Sunday, August 24 (Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost)
· 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion, followed by Coffee Hour
Sunday, August 31 (Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost)
· 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion, followed by Coffee Hour
Rev. Aaron Office Hours
Rev. Aaron’s office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Friday is his Sabbath Day. He can be reached at stmrector@gmail.com or the church phone: 780-437-7231. Messages will be checked often.
Homes for Heroes Fundraiser
As was discussed at the AGM, our fundraising project this year is going to be Homes for Heroes, with a fundraising goal of at least $10,000.
Their mission is to provide housing and support for homeless veterans. They provide housing, onsite caseworkers, counsellors, job training, and more.
See below for ways you can donate. Please make sure to note that the donation is for Homes for Heroes.
For more information, please see the display board in the foyer. To date we have raised $5663 – thank you!
Prayers for the Soul of Sharon Fraser
It’s with great sadness that we are letting you know that our sister in Christ, Sharon Fraser, passed away early afternoon on Wednesday, August 20. Please keep Sharon, her family and friends in your prayers. Details of a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Backpack Blessing August 31
Calling everyone headed back to school this September! You are invited to bring your backpack with you to church on Sunday, August 31 for a Blessing of the Backpacks!
Help with Chairs on Sunday, August 31 and Wednesday, September 3rd
On Sunday, August 31st we will need to stack the chairs in the Sanctuary to prepare for the carpets to be cleaned on September 2nd. Many hands make light work! Please stay after the 10:00 a.m. service to assist if you are able.
On Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:30 p.m. we need some people to help with unstacking the chairs and putting them back into rows. If you can help with this, please sign up on the sheet in the foyer. Thank you!
BBQ’s Needed for September 7th
We will be celebrating Back to Church Sunday on September 7th, and are looking for a couple of propane BBQ’s to borrow for a special lunch. If anyone has a BBQ and propane they would be willing to bring, please let Melanie know.
How to Donate
Cash or cheque – There is a plate at the back of the church.
PAG – Preauthorized Giving – Forms are available to authorize direct withdrawals from your bank account. Contact treasurerstmedm@gmail.com
E-Transfer to treasurerstmedm@gmail.com will be deposited to ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN
CHURCH. Please include your address and email in your first donation if you would like a tax receipt at the end of the year.
Canada Helps – The following is a link to our donation form on the Canada Helps page: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/100933