The Venerable Bill Clarke
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Our mission:
To welcome everyone into Christ's community,
to open hearts to the power of the Spirit and to be God's loving presence in our community and beyond. |
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Upcoming Events
St Thomas Parish Picnic & BBQ - Sunday, June 2
The sun didn't shine, but that did not stop over 75 people from enjoying the Parish Picnic & BBQ following the 10:00 am service. There was a delicious spread of hamburgers (including veggie burgers), hot dogs, salads and tasty desserts.
And of course what fun is a BBQ without 2 Bouncy Castles!! With some ingenuity, the small one was set up in the church hall, much to the delight of the children. As the weather improved, the large castle was set up outside.
The sun didn't shine, but that did not stop over 75 people from enjoying the Parish Picnic & BBQ following the 10:00 am service. There was a delicious spread of hamburgers (including veggie burgers), hot dogs, salads and tasty desserts.
And of course what fun is a BBQ without 2 Bouncy Castles!! With some ingenuity, the small one was set up in the church hall, much to the delight of the children. As the weather improved, the large castle was set up outside.
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May 12 - Mothers' Day Food Drive
We had donations of 42 Bags and 4 Boxes of food and sundry for the Partners-In-Mission Food Bank.
Thanks to Ken Gates for delivering it to the Food Bank.
We had donations of 42 Bags and 4 Boxes of food and sundry for the Partners-In-Mission Food Bank.
Thanks to Ken Gates for delivering it to the Food Bank.
Saturday, April 6 - St Thomas Coffee House - 25th Anniversary
Our first Coffee House was April 16,1994. It was a definite success and over the years there have been many more. They have been a source of entertainment, an opportunity to hear the musical talents of parishioners, as well as raising thousands of dollars for St Thomas'. On April 6, 2019, an enthusiastic crowd enjoyed an evening of musical entertainment at the 25th anniversary of the St Thomas Coffee House.
Our first Coffee House was April 16,1994. It was a definite success and over the years there have been many more. They have been a source of entertainment, an opportunity to hear the musical talents of parishioners, as well as raising thousands of dollars for St Thomas'. On April 6, 2019, an enthusiastic crowd enjoyed an evening of musical entertainment at the 25th anniversary of the St Thomas Coffee House.
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February 23 - Coldest Night of the Year Walk
Thanks for supporting the St Thomas' Trekkers on the Coldest Night of the Year walk. This year $2,446 was raised for Nightlight Kingston, a Christian based drop-in centre for adults embracing people in Kingston by offering a safe place to build meaningful relationships. |
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February 10 - St Thomas' Annual Meeting
The meeting was held following the 10:00 am service.
The reports can be viewed here:
The meeting was held following the 10:00 am service.
The reports can be viewed here:
Bishop Michael Oulton - December 16
Bishop Michael Oulton with Baptism, Confirmation Candidates and those Received into the Communion.
Advent Tea & Sale Saturday - December 1
The annual tea and sale was a great success. People came to browse, buy, have tea and goodies and visit with friends.
The annual tea and sale was a great success. People came to browse, buy, have tea and goodies and visit with friends.
Val & Kevin's Wedding - Friday, October 5
Many family members and friends were present to witness and celebrate the marriage of St Thomas' Choir Director Val Hamilton to Kevin Fredricks.
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Harvest Thanksgiving Service - Sunday, September 30
Parishioners brought their garden, or store-bought produce, flowers or non-perishable food items to decorate the Church for Harvest. The Altar Guild members did a wonderful job arranging all the gifts around the altar. This Harvest Offering was given to Kingston Interval House Women’s Shelter.
Then the land will yield its harvest, and God, our God, will bless us.
Psalm 67:7 NIV
St Thomas Nine & Dine - Sunday, July 15
The annual St Thomas Nine & Dine was held Sunday July 15 at the Landings Golf Course. It was a hot, sunny day for the golfers. Everyone who attended enjoyed the tasty barbecue of steak or chicken, which went well with the delicious salads and desserts.
The annual St Thomas Nine & Dine was held Sunday July 15 at the Landings Golf Course. It was a hot, sunny day for the golfers. Everyone who attended enjoyed the tasty barbecue of steak or chicken, which went well with the delicious salads and desserts.
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St Thomas Picnic - Sunday, June 17
The St Thomas picnic was held following the 10:00 am service. The weather was perfect! There was a feast of hot dogs, hamburgers, tasty salads and a lot of desserts. The fish pond was particularly popular with the little ones. A splendid time was had by all. Thanks to the chefs manning the BBQ's.
The St Thomas picnic was held following the 10:00 am service. The weather was perfect! There was a feast of hot dogs, hamburgers, tasty salads and a lot of desserts. The fish pond was particularly popular with the little ones. A splendid time was had by all. Thanks to the chefs manning the BBQ's.
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Seniors' Gathering - Friday, May 25
Our final Seniors’ gathering was a celebration of ten years of ministry to our St. Thomas seniors. The idea for this outreach was proposed by Phil and Marian Neatby. It was coordinated by them, Betty and Don Boone and Ken and Marian Gates for the first five years. The following five years were coordinated by Marg Milner with help from Sue Orgill and Heather McCormick.
John Perreault put together a slide show of pictures from our gatherings over the years which brought back fond memories of these events. Thanks to Phil, Marian and Marg for their dedication to this ministry.
John Perreault put together a slide show of pictures from our gatherings over the years which brought back fond memories of these events. Thanks to Phil, Marian and Marg for their dedication to this ministry.
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St Thomas Coffeehouse - Saturday, April 28
Another successful St. Thomas Coffee House with the usual wide variety of musical styles, fractured fairy tales, whistling, corny jokes and sartorial splendour!
Another successful St. Thomas Coffee House with the usual wide variety of musical styles, fractured fairy tales, whistling, corny jokes and sartorial splendour!
Seniors Fellowship - Friday, April 20
Tea and Tunes with Dave and Sue Orgill
Tea and Tunes with Dave and Sue Orgill
Easter Sunday
The Sunday School searched and found eggs valued at $5 each. They determined the money should be used to purchase a goat for a family, and be donated to Lunch-by-George and the Partners-In-Mission Food Bank.
The Sunday School searched and found eggs valued at $5 each. They determined the money should be used to purchase a goat for a family, and be donated to Lunch-by-George and the Partners-In-Mission Food Bank.
Maunday Thursday Potluck Dinner
A shared meal before our Maunday Thursday service.
A shared meal before our Maunday Thursday service.
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World Day of Prayer - Friday, March 2
Almost 100 people participated in the World Day of Prayer at St. Thomas'.
The focus was on Suriname this year, with guest speaker Judy Brown.
Almost 100 people participated in the World Day of Prayer at St. Thomas'.
The focus was on Suriname this year, with guest speaker Judy Brown.
Updated: June 5, 2019