WHAT’S HAPPENING!
June 8th, 2014
Annual Spring BBQ Today
To celebrate the
warmer weather
we invite the
children to enjoy
some carnival
games after the
services today.
Parents, bring your children to Cody Hall and
try out our games. There
are prizes for everyone.
After the 11 a.m. service
stay for lunch and enjoy a
delicious barbeque in the
Courtyard for just $5 per
person.
Monthly Outreach
In Support Of
Women’s Shelters
Until the end of June
St. Paul’s is collecting
donations of toiletries to
benefit two Toronto women’s shelters.
Like last year and the year before, we are
providing donations to the North York Women’s
Shelter. But this year, those donations will be
shared with Mary’s Home, a women’s shelter run
by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul.
Children’s Ministry spent last Sunday gardening in the
green space in front of the church. They learned about
the amazing wonder and beauty of God’s creation!
“We have an existing connection with the North
York Women’s Shelter,” explained David Kirk
McCleary, Outreach Pastor. “And now we are
establishing a more local connection with Mary’s
Home.”
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Mary’s Home is a 38 bed emergency shelter that
offers accommodation to women in crisis.
“We have a responsibility as a church to help the
neighbourhood understand that we’re really there
for them,” said David Kirk. “It’s not just about us at
St. Paul’s, it’s about making an impact in the larger
community that surrounds the church. It’s important
to help others understand they’re loved and cared
for because they are also created in the image of
God.”
The North York Women’s Shelter offers 30 beds and
is at capacity almost every day of the year. Many
of the women who visit the shelter are survivors of
domestic abuse.
“It can be dangerous for women to leave their
abusers,” said Abby Wong, Volunteer and
Fundraising Coordinator at the Shelter. “At times
we have women who show up at our doors with
nothing more than the clothes on their back.”
Upon arrival women are provided with a care
package, containing essential toiletries such as soap
and shampoo.
“It can be a very emotional time and we want
to make sure she and the counsellor have the
opportunity to work on those issues,” explained
Abby. “We don’t want her worrying about trying to
find a toothbrush. That first night is about letting
her know she made a great choice. It’s a huge step.”
The shelter depends entirely on donations for the
contents of their care packages.
“Many times they’re leaving their homes with
nothing, none of the things that provide them with
comfort,” said David Kirk. “These items help them
re-establish a sense of normalcy.
“Small acts of kindness can make the biggest
difference to somebody. It’s something that we as a
community ought to do to help these women heal.”
Help us collect donations for women in need.
Place your donations of unopened toiletries
in the box in the Atrium.
Last Sunday our Youth Group held their end of
year party at Centre Island. They had a barbeque
and celebrated another great year.
Introduction of Candidates
Today we are
introducing those
who are preparing to
take a step of faith
and commitment next
Sunday, June 15th.
Some people have
decided to publicly
confirm their faith to
show they are committed to following Jesus. Some
are parents who wish to bring up their children to
be followers of Jesus and so are bringing them for
baptism. Others are adults, who while baptized in the
past, are now saying they want to make St. Paul’s their
spiritual home. Please take time after the service to
welcome them and pray for them this coming week.
Candidates for Baptism
Caroline Vida Celita JeanBaptiste
Kate Mackenzie Boland
Jackson Dyer Cox
Isaac Solomon Hope
Amelia Grace Ing
Madeleine Kay Jelley
Craig MacLennan
Abigail Elizabeth Yi-an Ney
Daniel David Si-yun Ney
Isabelle Olivia Mei-in Ney
Srijana Panthee
Bryan William Rae
Alisha Subedi
Marilyn Rose Sewell
Kai Spalding-Williams
Danning Zhang
New Members
Mary Akintan
Peter German
Pallavi Armoogum
Susan Haldenby
Brian Bagley
James Haldenby
Sarah Barry
Craig MacLennan
Muriel Beard
Michael Waterston
Francine Bramford
Small Group Questions
Below are discussion questions that will help you dig
deeper into the sermon. Watch for them every week
in the What’s Happening! If you want to hear the
sermon again, go to stpaulsbloor.org/sermons
Read Genesis 1:1-2, 2:7, Acts 2:1-15, 29-42
and John 20:19-23.
1. Jesus appears to the disciples after His
resurrection. Why were they afraid and
meeting behind locked doors?
2. How would you describe what takes place
in the interaction between Jesus and His
disciples?
3. What do you think is the significance
of the authority which Jesus gives to the
disciples? What can we learn about the Holy
Spirit from these 3 passages?
4. In Acts 2:12 the people asked in
amazement, “what can this mean?” What do
you think is the meaning of these events?
5. How do we see the Holy Spirit at work in
the lives of believers today?
6. “Pentecost” was the Jewish feast of weeks
(now called Shavuot) being 50 days after
Passover. The first fruits of the corn harvest
were presented and in later times the giving
of the Law to Moses was commemorated.
Consider how appropriate this time was for
the Holy Spirit to come into the disciples’
lives and initiate the Christian church.
Summer Art
Program For
Children
Our current Sermon Series Hidden In Plain Sight:
The Parables of Jesus was developed by St. Paul’s
Youth Group. Join us as we explore the Parables
together. Catch up with the series online at
stpaulsbloor.org/parables.
Join us this Summer
on Sunday mornings
at 9:30 a.m. and
11 a.m. for our fun art and activity program for
children, I am…Exploring the Amazing Power of
Jesus. Nursery and Preschool care also available.
This Week At St. Paul’s
Sunday, June 8th
Worship Services
8:15 a.m. | Chapel Of The Good Shepherd
9:30 a.m. the bridge | Great Hall
11:00 a.m. | Main Sanctuary
Nursery - beginning at 9:15 a.m. | 2nd Floor
Children’s Ministry - 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. | 2nd Floor
Youth Group - 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. | Youth Room
Prayer Time - 10:20 a.m. | Room 7
Children’s Carnival Games - 10:30 a.m. & 12:15 p.m. | Cody Hall
Prayer Time - 10:50 a.m. | St. Paul’s Chapel
Spring BBQ - 12:15 p.m. | Courtyard
Monday, June 9th
ESL Café - 7:00 p.m. | Great Hall
Tuesday, June 10th
Winchester Group - 10:00 a.m. | Library
Holy Communion - 12:10 p.m. | Chapel Of The Good Shepherd
ESL Café
Desperately
Needs
Volunteers
This dynamic
ministry is a
great way to get involved and give back at
St. Paul’s. Every Monday and Wednesday
evening approximately 150 students gather
with our volunteers to enjoy community and
practice speaking English. We would love for
you to experience the challenge and joy of
serving others by simply volunteering as a
Conversation Facilitator. Contact
David Kirk McCleary, Outreach Pastor at
ext. 237 or dkmccleary@stpaulsbloor.org,
or register to volunteer at
stpaulsbloor.org/volunteer-esl-cafe
Wednesday, June 11th
Wednesdays With God - 12:10 p.m. | Dalton Room
ESL Café - 7:00 p.m. | Great Hall
Wednesday Night Youth Group - 7:00 p.m. | Youth Room
Thursday, June 12th
Snack Program - 5:15 p.m. | Atrium
Florence Deacon Memorial Service - 6:00 p.m. | Main Sanctuary
Choir Practice - 6:30 p.m. | Music Room
Marriage Preparation Course - 7:00 p.m. | Cody Hall
Sunday, June 15th - Baptism and Membership Sunday
Worship Services
8:15 a.m. | Chapel Of The Good Shepherd
9:30 a.m. the bridge | Great Hall
11:00 a.m. | Main Sanctuary
Nursery - beginning at 9:15 a.m. | 2nd Floor
Children’s Ministry - 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. | 2nd Floor
Youth Group - 9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. | Youth Room
Prayer Time - 10:20 a.m. | Room 7
Prayer Time - 10:50 a.m. | St. Paul’s Chapel
Community Lunch - 12:15 p.m. | Great Hall
Next Sunday’s Scripture Passage
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Monthly Outreach:
Women’s Shelter
Care Packages
Until the end of June we
are accepting donations
of women’s shelter care
packages to benefit a
local shelter. Place your
donations of new and unopened moisturizers,
shampoos, conditioners, and more in the box
in the Atrium.
Community Lunch
Spring BBQ - $5
Please join us in
the Courtyard at
12:15 p.m. for a BBQ.
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