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April 17, Maundy Thursday, 7:00 pm
April 17, Maundy Thursday, 7:00 pm
April 18, Good Friday Worship, 7:00 pm
April 18, Good Friday Worship, 7:00 pm
April 20, Easter Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 am
April 20, Easter Sunday Worship Service at 9:30 am
Weekly Sunday Worship Services at 8:00 am and 10:15 am
Weekly Sunday Worship Services at 8:00 am and 10:15 am
View the Eastertide sermon series
9:15 am Discipleship 365 (Christian Education for all ages)
9:15 am Discipleship 365 (Christian Education for all ages)
Mark Your Calendar
Mark Your Calendar
April 17, 7 pm Maundy Thursday Worship "At the Table with Jesus"
April 18 7 pm Good Friday Worship "His Final Cry"
April 19, 11am Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
April 20, 9:30 Combined Celebration of Easter Worship Service
April 26, 1 pm Prayer Walk at the Farm
May 1, Prayer and Healing Service with a Church Grounds Prayer Walk
Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7:00 pm
Maundy Thursday, April 17, 7:00 pm
"At the Table with Jesus"
"At the Table with Jesus"
On Maundy Thursday, we gather around the table to reflect on what really happened inside the Last Supper. Through readings from Luke’s Gospel, music, and shared communion, we’ll explore three powerful moments from that night—Jesus’ love for His friends, His command to serve, and the shadow of betrayal. Our meal will conclude in silence as we strip the altar, preparing ourselves for the darkness of Good Friday.
Good Friday, April 18, 7:00 pm
Good Friday, April 18, 7:00 pm
"His Final Cry"
"His Final Cry"
On Good Friday, we come face-to-face with the cross. Through Scripture, song, and the ancient tradition of the congregation’s response, we will walk step by step through Jesus’ arrest, trial, crucifixion, and burial—the darkest day in human history, and yet the day when love won. This powerful, reflective service allows us to pause, grieve, and stand in awe at the depth of Christ’s sacrifice for us.
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt, April 19, 11 am
Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt, April 19, 11 am
Join us for a day of joy and fun at the St. Thomas Community Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, April 19 at 11am! We have an exciting lineup of activities including crafts, yard games, snacks, and of course, the egg hunt! To make this event even more special, we invite you to sign up on the bulletin board in the parish hall to volunteer your time or donate "kid-friendly" cookies, snacks, and water. This is a fantastic opportunity for us to showcase our church as a welcoming place for families and children. Be sure to invite friends to this community event--there are flyers on the table at the back of the church.
9:15 am New Adult Discipleship 365
9:15 am New Adult Discipleship 365
Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy
Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy
Distractions cause more harm than you might think. And they're all around us, all the time. They can disrupt our focus on what really matters, interfere with our true priorities, and divert our attention from the God who created us for his good purpose.
The bestselling author of Love Does, Bob Goff, has created a study to give you guidance in and joyful permission to:
• Identify the distractions in your life.
• Eliminate them so that you can recharge and refocus on your God-given purpose.
• Start living a less-distracted and more joy-filled and love-oriented life.
Distractions can get you stuck in the past, worried about the present, and frazzled by any future you could possibly fret over. It's time to discover how to get undistracted in all aspects of your life. View the series here
Children’s Lenten Bible-thon: The Road to the Cross
Children’s Lenten Bible-thon: The Road to the Cross
Join us for a special Children's Bible-thon to raise money for charity! Our kids will be reading Bible stories based on Biblical events leading up to the cross and completing worksheets to support a good cause. You can help encourage our youth by donating per worksheet page or making a lump sum contribution. For any questions, please reach out to Maria Mehlhoff. We will be sharing updates on the kids' progress, and we expect that they will complete 5 worksheets each week throughout Lent. If you pledge 25 cents per page, your total pledge for one child will be less than $10. Your generosity will make a difference in the lives of many. Thank you for supporting our young learners! Pledge sheets are on the table at the back of the church.
Prayer Walk at the Farm, April 26, 1 pm
Prayer Walk at the Farm, April 26, 1 pm
Join us on the farm in Wexford on Saturday, April 26th at 1 pm for a special celebration of the Spring season! Let’s welcome the warmer weather with joyful praises and gratitude. We will gather at the red barn and take a walk around the property, taking time to pray for the horses, riders, and therapists who are part of this amazing community. It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together and support this meaningful work. For more information and directions, please reach out to Amy Baier. We look forward to seeing you there! Kids are welcome to participate!
“Young Disciples” (The St. Thomas Youth Group)
“Young Disciples” (The St. Thomas Youth Group)
Did you know that last November, St. Thomas started a new youth group? So far, with the leadership of Jon Baillie and Diane Casavale, the youth group has met twice at the church and gone snow-tubing at Boyce Park. Meetings are held on the third Thursday of every month and include fun activities/games to help foster relationships among the youth in the church and to allow for a safe place to ask questions about the church and God. In order to continue providing fun activities, we need your help! Any youth in 5th grade and beyond, please join us for our next meeting on April 17. Please see Jon Baillie or Diane Casavale with questions.
Altar Flowers and Sanctuary Lamp
Altar Flowers and Sanctuary Lamp
2025 Price for flowers: $25.00
The calendar to sign up for the Altar Flowers and the Sanctuary Lamp is posted on the bulletin board in the parish hall. In order to be sure the flowers are ordered, please do all of the following at least 3 weeks before your scheduled week. If it is less than 3 weeks in advance, please call Carol because bulletins are often done 2-3 weeks early.
• Sign up on the 2025 Flower and Lamp calendar found on the bulletin board or online through the weekly email
• Complete the order form-found next to the calendar on the bulletin board or in the email and return it with your payment.
• Pay for the flowers using the envelope in your offertory envelopes or a blank envelope with “flowers” written on the outside or on your check
The cost of the flowers is $25.00 and the lamp is $5. If you donate both, the cost is $28.00. If you need assistance with signing up, please call Carol on her cell phone, 412-720-3129.
Prayer Requests
Prayer Requests
If you have a specific need or concern for which you would like to have someone pray, please email: PrayerRequests@SaintThomasAnglican.org We will be happy to share your confidential request with our Prayer Warrior Team . PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS EMAIL FOR ANYTHING BUT PRAYER REQUESTS.
In Our Prayers we pray for...
In Our Prayers we pray for...
THE DIOCESAN CYCLE OF PRAYER
4/20 Church of the Savior, Ambridge and The Rev. Bill Driscoll (Kimberley), The Rev. Dr. Linda Schlafer, The Rev. Myron Manasterski (Marianne)
4/27 Church of the Transfiguration, Elizabeth and The Rev. Karl Petterson (Sharon)
5/4 Epiphany Anglican Fellowship, Ligonier and The Rev. Bryan Jarrell (Beth)
5/11 Grace Anglican Church, Edgeworth and The Rev. Michael Hustead, The Rev. Dr. Bradley Roderick (Gretchen), The Rev. Krystal Hustead
ACNA CYCLE OF PRAYER
4/20 The Anglican Convocation in Europe, Bishop Andy Lines and his wife, Mandy; Bishop Tim Davies and his wife, Tanya; Bishop Lee McMunn and his wife, Vicky; Bishop Ian Ferguson and his wife, Heather; and Bishop Stuart Bell and his wife, Pru.
4/27 The Diocese of the Rocky Mountains, Bishop Kenneth Ross and his wife, Sallie; and Suffragan Bishop Benjamin Fischer and his wife, Brooke. Almighty Father, we pray that they may be faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ and empowered by your Holy Spirit to serve you in the world.
5/4 The Diocese of the Upper Midwest, Bishop Stewart Ruch and his wife, Katherine.
5/11 The Diocese of the Carolinas, Bishop Steve Wood, his wife, Jacqueline; Bishop David Bryan and his wife, Nancy; Bishop Terrell Glenn and his wife Teresa; and Bishop Thad Barnum.
PRAY FOR THOSE ON OUR PARISH PRAYER LIST
Norma Snyder; Nancy Davidson; Bill Johnson; Joe Kosarik; Paul and Jan Jay; Marissa Sharkey; Les and Gladys Carlyle; Linda DeRoner; Randy and Ginny; Bob and Mary Jane; Rita; Mark and Mary Garrison; Charles and Jane; Dee Dee; The Lytle Family.
PRAY FOR THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY
Chad D.; Mike B.; Mat B,; Ty W.; Stephen M.; Scott M.; Jesse W.; Chris R.; Heidi Jean; Richard; Omar; Todd; Brian; Sonja; Corey A.; Bene K.; Clifford M.; Jordan B.; Tristan Z.; Logan; Jackson S.; and Matthew D.; Tristin; Dakota; Caleb M.; Colton V.; Harley; Gabriel L.
Pastoral Needs
Pastoral Needs
Home Visits or Communion
For those hospitalized or unable to attend church, home visits or Communion can be arranged easily by contacting the church office at: 724-443-1963 or emailing: Admin@SaintThomasAnglican.org. Communion typically is taken to nursing homes and the homebound on the first Sunday of each month.
Pastoral Counseling
Pastoral/Spiritual counseling is available upon request. You may leave a message on the church voicemail, 724-443-1963 or call Fr. Jay, 412-977-7751, and arrangements will be made.
Pastoral Services
Please contact Amy Baier, 412-974-6497, if you or somebody you know in the congregation is in need of Pastoral Services such as meals or rides.
Fr. Jay’s Office Hours
Fr. Jay will be in the office on Wednesdays from 1 pm to 5 pm. You may pop in to see him, but giving him a little notice would be helpful for his planning purposes.
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