Upcoming Events!

• Courtyard Cleanup - March 18 9am to 12pm
• Cherish the Chalice - March 26 11am
• Celebration of New - Ministry May 10 6:30pm

IN THIS NEWSLETTER:

• A Transformed Life ~ The Way of Love in Lent~A Weekly Lenten Journey
• What Draws People to St. Thomas? What Does St. Thomas Provide the Community?
• Locally Haiti Fundraiser

Congratulations to Benny Samuels

Recipient of the 2023

Urban League of Metropolitan Denver

Madam C.J. Walker Award

A Transformed Life ~ The Way of Love in Lent

A Weekly Lenten Journey

The journey through Lent into Easter is a journey with Jesus. We are baptized into Christ’s life, self-giving, and death; then, we rise in hope to life transformed. This Lent, you are invited to walk with Jesus in his Way of Love and into the experience of transformed life. Each week, you are invited to reflect anew on the loving actions of God as recounted in the Easter Vigil readings.

Our weekly reflections will walk us through the depths of salvation history into the fullness of redemption. These reflections tie the Easter Vigil readings to the seven practices of the Way of Love. Drawing on the ancient practice of setting aside Lent as a period of study and preparation for living as a Christian disciple (known as the catechumenate), these reflections encourage you to reflect on salvation history; walk toward the empty tomb; and embrace the transforming reality of love, life, and liberation. They will lead us to Easter where we will stand with the three women at the empty tomb, we hear the call to go and live that transformed reality.

Miriam Stark will be coordinating a ZOOM reflection group on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 7:30. Please email her at [email protected] if you would like to participate.You also may do these reflections on your own or gather a small group to reflect together at another time.

What is your deepest prayer for the community of St. Thomas?

Thank you all for your responses to this last’s Sunday’s question (3/5/23) about your prayer for St. Thomas.

We received a wonderful array of prayers from those in the pews as well as some from Zoom participants.

Several themes came through. The most common theme was for peace, love, community, and unity within St. Thomas that could then be spread beyond the walls and steps of St. Thomas.

One person thought our Christmas Eve service reflected the unity others spoke to “The Christmas Eve service was such a blessing. Love so many who call St. Thomas home.”

Another prayed for “peace and kindness to each other, everywhere and in our small community in particular.”

The next most common theme related to prayers for growth in numbers, inclusion, in faith and in Spirit. One person’s prayer was for "St. Thomas to continue to be led by the Holy Spirit and grow in Christ.” Another wrote, “to continue to grow and be a beacon of Love in the Colorado community.” Still another wrote, “continue to be a safe, welcoming place of inclusion where all mean all, y’all.”

Other prayers also reflected the Bishop’s message and St. Thomas’ outreach and commitment to social justice. One person prayed that "the congregation recognize the gifts that St. Thomas gives to each other and the larger community.” Another prayed that “we be humbled and yield to the flow of life as it is and acts of social justice.” Several prayed to “strive for social justice.”

A couple of folks prayed for children, “that the children be anchored, held and known in God’s Love.” Another prayed that, “the children of East High know that they are LOVED and held dear by God and their community.”

Lastly, one parishioner wrote, “that it doesn’t end with prayer, that prayer is the beginning followed by doing something.”

Amen.

STEPPING OUT IN FAITH!

Zoom Audio Issues

We are making a concerted effort to improve the quality and consistency of the audio quality for those who attends our ZOOM services. To do that we need help from ZOOM participants. If the audio is not satisfactory, please provide details to the ZOOM Host during and after the services. We need to know exactly what the issues are from no sound, too loud, too quiet, too distorted, whatever you are experiencing. Please type the issue into chat and identify specifically which mic was being used and what part if the service was affected. Thanks!

Evening For Haiti

Inquirers Classes

Learn More About The Episcopal Tradition

On the second Sunday of each month, The Rev. Terri Hobart will lead Inquirers Classes for those who would like to learn more about the beliefs, history, worship, and practices of the Episcopal Church. Each class will cover a different aspect of the Episcopal Church. This series is ideal for those newer to the Episcopal Church, as well as anyone who has questions or would like to deepen their understanding of the Episcopal Tradition. Parishioners are invited to attend the whole series or just classes of particular interest. Those who are considering or who will participate in confirmation or reception should participate in all sessions or schedule a make up, if necessary.

Jenifer Gamber’s Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church, available online through Church Publishing Incorporated, is recommended as a companion to this series.

Prayer, Spirituality, Mission – March 12th

History and Polity - May 7th

Park Hill Neighbors for Equity in Education Event

On March 18th, author Pat Pascoe speaking at Park Hill Library about her book "A Dream of Justice".

Did you know that Park Hill was at the center of a Supreme Court case filed in 1969 that ordered the school board to desegregate the entire district “root and branch” in 1973? Join Pat Pascoe, author of "A Dream of Justice" to find out more. Following the presentation Park Hill Neighbors for Equity in Education will host an in-depth discussion.

Great Opportunity to Meet Fellow Parishioners

Serve As A Greeter and Usher

We need to build up our Usher ranks! Ushers welcome people to our worship services and manage the offerings and communion process. Would you be willing to in serve once a month. If you are interested in this relational ministry, please contact me at [email protected] for more information and any questions you have. Thank you for considering this opportunity.

Kathi Atkins

Script Program and Other Ways

to Support St.Thomas

Vehicles For Charity

“Vehicles for Charity” is managed by ARC. You go to their website, https://www.vehiclesforcharity.org/, type in St. Thomas Episcopal Church and fill out the online form. 

King Soopers' Script Program

Information coming Soon!

Cherish a Chalice—A Polishing Party

Embrace an ewer

Cherish a chalice

Ponder with a paten

Get chummy with a candlestick

Dear Siblings in Christ—

I could go on—but hearing the groans in the background—I won’t.

We, the St. Thomas family are holding a special party on Sunday, March 26th. A Polishing Party! As you all know, we are in the most holy season of Lent—we are preparing ourselves—and by extension—God’s house for Easter.

We will gather together in the Great Hall immediately following the service to start our party! All supplies will be furnished, including protective wear, i.e., aprons and gloves. Tables will be set-up, supplies laid out and polishing mentors will be available!

You may be saying, “But I’ve never polished silver!” Don’t worry, it’s never to late to start. OR, you may be saying, “I thought I was done polishing silver!” Give it another go, grandmother would be so proud.

Lunch will be “served.” As Sundays are feast days during Lent, it will be hearty!

As a special token of appreciation—at the end of the party there will be homemade Scottish shortbread or a loaf of communion bread (Tina’s special request) to take home.

Sign-ups for Coffee Hour and Flowers

Beginning in September, we would like to resume a regular coffee hour. As such you will find a sign-up sheet by the church door. We encourage you to find a partner and sign -up to host a coffee hour. All that is required is to come a few minutes early to make the coffee (instructions are provided) and help tidy up after coffee hour. Providing a snack is optional.

There is also a sign-up sheet to provide flowers for the altar. You have the options of making a donations so that we can order flowers or you can provide them. If you would like to donate flowers in memory or honor of someone, please email the office and we will include that in the weekly bulletin. 

None of This Would Be Possible Without Your Financial Support!

Thank You!

We Make Church Together

Many Hands Make Light Work



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What gifts do you have to offer?

Office Hours

Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:00 - 3:00