WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – April 28th – Fr. Thomas
After careful examination, the doctor said to his patient, “Upon looking at the test results, I’m sorry to tell you that you have only a short time to live, perhaps only days. Is there anyone else you would like to see before you go?” “Yes,” said the patient, “I’d like to see another doctor.”
Even though we’re not ready to die, hopefully from a spiritual point of view, we’re prepared for whatever comes our way. God’s plan for our salvation required a sacrifice for our sins. Seeing the Risen Christ was enough for the women who went to the tomb and his disciples. They didn’t need to see anyone else.
When the world sees us, does it see the Risen Christ? Are we mirrors of God’s love to this sinful and broken world – like the mirror of Christ’s image that was left for Veronica on the cloth along the Way to the Cross? Not everyone is called to build bridges, but all can help narrow the gap. Jesus said to Thomas and to all of us, “Come, touch my wounds – and believe.” “Blessed are those who have not seen, but believe.”
NOTICES:
Weekly Offering for Week Ending 4/22/2023. Total $3,735.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference ($911.00)
Bunco. Our post-Easter Bunco party will be on May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! Bring a dish to share – and we will have someone to watch the little ones. $10 per person, with 3 separate cash prizes – even if you lose! Honestly, where are you going to find that?! Hope to see you there!
Father Thomas’ Brunch Celebration is scheduled immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, June 4th at the Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen at her email lscohen520@gmail.com or text or call her cell 561-252-9828.
Sandwiches for St. George’s. Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot each Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Prayer Books. There are large print Prayer Books in the narthex for your use during church service. Please return them after service.
Women’s Bible Study weekly meeting today at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.
Bible Study. Beginning on Sunday, May 7th at 9:15 a.m. we will be beginning a Bible Study that is open to everyone of all ages. We are going to be studying the Gospel of John. The Gospel of John is considered the most symbolic, but also the most evocative (and sometimes, provocative) of the Gospels. So please stay after the 8 a.m. service or come early before the 10:00 a.m. service and join us as we dive into John’s words and discuss what they mean to us today. If you have any questions, please contact Jay Webber at jwebber@comcast.net.
Raffle Tickets. Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex. Drawing on Sunday, May 21st.
MUG SUNDAY! Bring a mug to church on Sunday, April 30th to donate for coffee hour. We are going green and this will help get us to be more environmentally friendly. There will be a basket in the narthex to collect the mugs. Thank you for your donation.
Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old. We are looking for volunteer Sunday school teachers, anyone interested can contact Erin Thomas to learn more details, or contact the church office.
Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 8:30 a.m.
Sunday’s Worship – We are open for live worship on Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. We also “live-stream” our 10 a.m. service.
Video Viewing Options for Sunday’s mass. There are three different ways to view our videos: 1) our church website; 2) our Facebook page; and 3) our YouTube channel. See the links listed below.
Opportunities for Giving – there are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations: electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards; personal checks delivered by USPS; and our favorite through joining our giving family online through our website or at https://www.myEoffering.com with our secure vendor Church Envelope Budget Company, who provides you with yearly offering envelopes. Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Adrian, Alice, Amanda, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: Ella Falco, Donna Halle. For anniversary celebration: Charles and Jenifer Elmore. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany
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