This Sunday, May 3 is the Fifth Sunday in Easter. We will offer special prayers for all those affected by the earthquake in Nepal and for disaster and relief teams working to respond. Your donation to PWRDF will be accepted. All donations received by May 25 will be matched by the Canadian Government. More here
http://pwrdf.org/2015/pwrdf-providing-relief-after-nepal-earthquake/?
Harold will be away this Sunday, attending the ACPO (Advisory Committee on Postulants for Ordination) conference, an important step in the discernment process for persons seeking to enter the priesthood. We will welcome the Rev. Laurel Dykstra as our guest celebrant and preacher. Laurel is a leader in justice and environmental issues in the diocese. A brief bio of Laurel can be found here
http://wildgoosefestival.org/speakers/laurel-dykstra/
Our gardeners have already started working their plots in our Community Garden. If you would like a garden plot or need to renew your plot for another year, please contact Heather or the church office - office@stanselms.ca. The annual cost is $40 per plot.
Upcoming Events
Your Canonical Committee meets with Archdeacon Stevens at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, May 6th to review our Parish Profile prior to submission to Bishop Melissa.
Our next Messy Church is Saturday, May 9 at 3:30pm.
On Wednesday May 20 from 7 to 9 pm the Neighbourhood Ministry Annual Meeting will be held at St. Anselm's. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are currently involved in the program or are interested and would like to know more. You may bring a dessert to share.
Save the Date for Bishop Melissa’s visit on Pentecost Sunday May 24.