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Greetings!
St. Thomas the Apostle is an Episcopal Parish in the Anglo-Catholic tradition. We are called by God to be a holy place where love is found, where all are named and where hearts are freed to change the world.
St. Thomas has a great respect for both the rich liturgical heritage of the church and for living the message of social justice proclaimed by Jesus Christ. Whether you are young or old, gay or straight, single, married or in a relationship, female or male, poor or wealthy, you are welcome at St. Thomas just as you are...a child of God and an inheritor of God's grace. |
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Update on Fr. Davies
Father Ian Elliott Davies continues to recover and his parents are overseeing his recovery regimen in consultation with his doctors. Fr. Davies remains on medical leave. We do not know how long the leave will be.
If you would like to contact Father please send correspondence via the office.
Please continue to contact the office if you have a pastoral need.
We have arranged for a rota of guest clergy for Sunday services.
- July 10 - Fr. James Maronde
- July 17 - Fr. William Ledbetter will Celebrate. Steven DeMuth, Postulant, will Preach.
- July 24 - Fr. William Ledbetter, will Celebrate. Shireen Baker, Postulant, will Preach.
- July 31 - Mo. Cindy Vorhees
- August 7, 14, 21 - Fr. Gabriel Ferrer
The Executive Committee and the Vestry are committed to providing as much information as we can to the Parish while respecting Father's privacy.
We ask that you keep Father, his parents and our parish in your prayers.
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Video Sermon
The most recent video is available at the Parish You Tube Channel:
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Parish Celebration
Our Patronal Feast on Sunday, July 3 was a wonderful celebration, lead by our beloved Bishop Mary Glasspool. Many thanks to all who participated in the Pot-Luck lunch, bringing a range of wonderful goodies to augment the burgers and dogs! In particular we thank Don Cumming, Bob Miller, Loni & Kelly Casey, Jeff Johnson & Joe Lopez, Susan Peacock and Marty Wolfe. |
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St. Benedict (Feast July 11)
 The Italian monk St. Benedict (ca. 480-547) was the founder of the monastic order known as the Benedictines. His "Rule" introduced practicality, order, and emphasis on community into monastic life in the West.
The political and social disorder that accompanied the end of the Roman Empire induced many people to turn away from society. The idea of an isolated ascetic life had developed in the East, particularly in Egypt, where St. Anthony inspired many. Some individual hermits began to form monastic communities, but for the most part the emphasis was still upon the private war between the spirit and the world.
The Rule, written during the years at Monte Cassino, was Benedict's foremost literary achievement; it was also the means by which he exerted such great influence on the history of monasticism, enabling the Benedictines to expand across Europe and dominate the religious life of the Middle Ages. Benedict's purpose was "to erect a school for beginners in the service of the Lord," and he promised his followers, "If then we keep close to our school and the doctrine we learn in it, and preserve in the monastery till death, we shall here share by patience in the Passion of Christ and hereafter deserve to be visited with Him in His kingdom."
Unlike the rigorously ascetic and solitary life that was the model for Eastern monasticism, Benedict's plan involved life in a community in which all members shared. Government was the responsibility of an elected abbot who ruled the monks as a father did his children. The details of daily life were set forward but were not "difficult or grievous." After 8 hours of sleep the monks got up for the night office, which was followed by six other services during the day. The remainder of the day was spent in labor and in study of the Bible and other spiritual books. A novice entered the community only after a probationary period, which tested him for the required virtues of humility and obedience.
Benedict believed that the life of the monk depended on his brothers in the community to which he was bound for life. The monk's daily duties and responsibilities were carefully outlined. He was to leave behind the world and grow to "greater heights of knowledge and virtue" in the seclusion of the monastery.
Benedict changed the monastic movement in the West. The chaotic pattern of isolated individuals or disorderly communities was transformed by a sense of organization and practicality. Men were brought together in communities ruled by discretion and moderation. In subsequent centuries the Rule of Benedict guided communities located over all of Europe.
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Organ Concert
JOHN WEST IN CONCERT
July 9, 2011 at 4pm
Second Saturday Series
Glendale City 7th Day Adventist Church
610 East California Avenue
Glendale, CA 91206
Works will include Anton Dvorak's Adagio from the New World Symphony, Aram Khatchaturian's Sabre Danse from the Gayne Ballet, and other well-known favorites. The second half of the program will feature the monumental Symphoanie VI by Charles Marie Widor. |
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Guibord Center Programs
101 Series
Sunday July 10th, 2011 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Sunday July 24th, 2011 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Please Join the Guibord Center as we learn of the following traditions from the inside out - from the heart: Sikhism, Buddhism, Indigenous Spirituality, and Hinduism. Our presenters for this series are members of the Advisory Council to The Guibord Center. Each name links to their photo and biography for additional information.
Indigenous Spirituality 101
Sunday, July 10th: Led by Cindi Moar Alvitre, Tongva Community Leader Hinduism 101
Sunday, July 24th: Led by Swami Saradevananda, Vedanta Society of Southern California All classes are open to everyone and free of charge. They will be held at St. John's Episcopal Cathedral, 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles, 90007 http://theguibordcenter.org/
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The Third Sunday After Trinity
Celebrant (8am & 10:30am)
The Rev. James Maronde
Sermon
The Rev. James Maronde
Deacon
The Rev. Walter S. Johnson
Assistant Organist
Thompson Howell |
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PRELUDE
Antiphon 5: How Fair And Pleasant Art Though
Marcel Dupre
POSTLUDE
Toccata in E-Minor
Johann Pachelbel
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LECTIONS
Genesis 25. 19-end
Psalm 119. 105 - 112
Romans 8:1-11
Matthew 13. 1-9, 18-23 |
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Ralph's
Many thanks to the following 38 households who used their Ralph's card and shopped at Ralph's between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2011. This quarter's contribution of $137.68 makes the total contributed by Ralph's since October 1, 2007 $2,998.
Amaral, Heather
Brkich, Robert
Brown, Josh
Coogan, Craig
Crowell, Scott
Davies, Fr. Ian Elliott
Davis, Evelyn
Davis, Lloyd
De Muth, Steve
Dunham, Ruth
Fox, Ellen
Gaal, George
Gaass, Howard
Heitz, Jane
Jackson, Laurence
Jensen, Richard
Johnson, Walter
Kennedy, Taffia
Koonce, Ken
Larson, Bruce
Martin, Doris
Mcconnell, Robert
Miller, Robert
Norcross, Barry
Palacios, Anthony
Peacock, Susan
Quanbeck, Janice
Rumsey, Charles
Schleif, John
Schomburg, Susan
Silva, Sri
Stanton, Gregory
Steelman, Amy
Thomson, Reece
Tracz, Richard Francis
Warren, Jopseph
West, Janet
Williams, Cynthia
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Flowers
Flowers will be provided at the altar on Sundays where there are sponsors. The Church is no longer able to provide flowers without sponsorship. It's just $125 per Sunday and is a wonderful way to commemorate an important day, a birthday, anniversary or to honor a loved one who has passed. Sign-up in the Parish Hall.
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Coffee Hour Sponsors
There are three ways to sponsor a Coffee Hour. No matter which you choose it's a wonderful way to support Parish Fellowship or to honor an important date in your life. You can also buddy-up with somebody and share the work/cost!
$25 - You bring it!
We give you a list of items (coffee, cups, etc.) and you shop and bring in the items and goodies. We'll set it up and clean it up.
$50 - Bring Goodies
We'll provide coffee, you provide cookies, snacks, whatever. We'll set it up and clean it up.
$75 - We do it all!
We'll do everything - coffee and snacks - yoWe'll set it up and clean it up.u just write the check!
SIGN UP IN THE PARISH HALL AFTER MASS!
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Mother Knows Best
On July 11 in 1533, Pope Clement VII excommunicates England's King Henry VIII for remarrying after his divorce. |
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Coming Soon...
Please join us for many Parish activities. Here's a sampling of upcoming events - a full list is available online
Homeless Feeding & Outreach
Newcomer Orientation
Homeless Feeding & Outreach
August 13 @ 7:00am
Homeless Feeding & Outreach
August 14 After Mass
Cell of Our Lady Coffee Hour: Blessed Brat Day |
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ePrayer
Prayer is at the center of our worship and binds us together as a community of faith. This week we commenced our electronic prayer chain email. A list of persons on the prayer list is sent weekly.
The prayer chain email is an opt-in list only - it will not be sent unless you sign up for it. If you'd like to be on this distribution list, please update your profile (please use link at the bottom of the email, customized with your email) or contact the office.
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