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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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Sermons
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Did you know that all of the Sermons from March 2011 on are available online at our website and on our YouTube channel?
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Easter Music
Last weekend the Vestry approved a proposal that would allow part of the organ to be playable for Easter! This Easter, we'll have organ, piano, and a brass quartet!
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Lenten Series
The Lenten Series, which follows the Wednesday 7pm Low Mass and will feature selections from Prof. Diarmaid MacCulloch's acclaimed series "A History of Christianity, the First Three Thousand Years," continues during Lent. The class is led by Fr. Davies.
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE TODAY: Diocesan Ministry Fair
The Diocesan Ministry Fair will be held at Campbell Hall (4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Studio City) on Saturday, 24 March from 8:15am to 3pm under the theme, "What's Next for You?"
The day's agenda was shaped by a planning team of diocesan clergy and lay leaders. The Parish of St. Thomas the Apostle is encouraged to send a team of participants.
A variety of workshops will be offered in two sessions. Among the topics are:
- Treasurers' & Administrators' Workshop: Workplace Safety & Workers' Compensation Insurance
- Fresh Start for Leadership in Transition
- Vestry/Bishop's Committee 101
- Missional Ministry in the Grace Margin
- Presentation with Bp. Bruno's Executive Secretary, Abigail Urquidi and Secretary of Convention, Janet Wylie
- Disaster Preparedness 101
- Black Ministries Session
- Communication for Today: Text, Tweet, and Maximize the Digital Faith Community
- Two People with Jesus: Spiritual Direction with Mary Bruno & Canon Malcolm Boyd
- Diocesan Youth and Pilgrimage
For workshop descriptions and other information, and to register, click HERE! Cost is $10, to be paid at the time of registration (includes a box lunch).
Our Parish representative, Scott Crowell, is available for additional questions at (310) 540-3087 or scottc4746@aol.com.
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Latin Class
 Are you interested in Church Latin? Catechumen Walter Tanner will be offering an introductory weekly class continuing on Tuesday, 20 March in the Large Parish Hall following the 7pm Mass using John F. Collins' A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin. For further information or to sign-up, contact Walter Tanner at (818) 539-1486 or walter.tanner@gmail.com. |
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1 April - Palm Sunday
7:30am - Morning Prayer
8:00am - Low Mass & Blessing of Palms
9:45am - Holy Rosary
10:30am - High Mass with Procession & Blessing of Palms
4:30pm - Evening Prayer
2-4 April - Mon-Wed in Holy Week
7:30am - Morning Prayer
6:00pm - Confessions
6:30pm - Evening Prayer
7:00pm - Low Mass Followed by a Light Soup Supper
5 April - Maundy Thursday
7:30am - Morning Prayer
6:30pm - Office of the Triduum
7:30pm - Mass of the Institution of the Lord's Supper, Mandatum, Stripping of the Altar, and All-Night Vigil Before the Blessed Sacrament in the St. Damien Chapel
6 April - Good Friday
7:00am - Meditation on the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary
7:30am - Office of the Triduum
12:00pm - Stations of the Cross Followed by Holy Rosary
6:00pm - Confessions
6:30pm - Office of the Triduum
7:30pm - Mass of the Pre-Sanctified & Veneration of the Cross
7 April - Easter Eve
7:30pm - Pontifical High Mass of the Vigil of the Most Holy Feast of the Resurrection with Bishop Sergio Carranza
8 April - Easter Day
7:30am - Morning Prayer
8:00am - Choral High Mass of the Most Holy Feast of the Resurrection
9:45am - Holy Rosary
10:30am - Choral High Mass of the Most Holy Feast of the Resurrection
4:30pm - Evening Prayer
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"Lent"
A poem by George Herbert
(1593-1633)
Welcome deare feast of Lent: who loves not thee,
He loves not Temperance, or Authoritie,
But is compos'd of passion.
The Scriptures bid us fast; the Chruch sayes, now:
Give to thy Mother, what thou wouldst allow
To ev'ry Corporation.
It's true, we cannot reach Christ's fortieth day;
Yet to go part of that religious way,
Is better than to rest:
We cannot reach our Saviour's purity;
Yet are bid, Be holy ev'n as he.
In both let's do our best.
Who goeth in the way which Christ hath gone,
Is much more sure to meet with him, than one
That travelleth by-ways:
Perhaps my God, though he be far before,
May turn, and take me by the hand, and more
May strengthen my decays.
Yet Lord instruct us to improve our fast
By starving sin and taking such repast
As may our faults control:
That ev'ry man may revel at his door,
Not in his parlor; banqueting the poor,
And among those his soul.
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Monday of Holy Week
BREATHING IN AND BREATHING OUT
Tuesday of Holy Week
EMPTYING TO BE FILLED
Wednesday of Holy Week
HEARING GOD'S DRUMBEAT
Maundy Thursday
THE GREAT MANDATE
Good Friday
THE CRUCIFIED GOD
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The Guibord Center presents "Dual Belonging" panel discussion with Mo. Karen MacQueen, Fr. James Fredericks and Ryan Bell
Sunday, 25 March 1:30pm
St. John's Pro-Cathedral
514 West Adams St.
Is it possible to fully embrace more than one faith tradition at the same time? Waht do you call yourself if you do? Many people find themselves drawn to particular aspects of more than one faith. The panelists will each explore their personal journey of faith that embraces the essence of two traditions. Find out more about the panelists, and make plans to attend this event that promises to be a fascinating and enlightening experience. Refreshments will be served. Your RSVP assists in the planning of hospitality.The Guibord Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to bring people together to challenge assumptions, unleash The Holy and affirm the faith that transforms the world.
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Easter Flowers
If you would like to contribute toward the cost of Easter flowers and decorations, please fill out the pink form, which will be provided in the Order of Service, and return it with your donation to the offering plate of Parish Office no later than Palm Sunday, 1 April 2012. The suggested donation is $25. You may also contribute via PayPal. Please provide your dedication ("In memory of..." or "In thanksgiving for...") in the special instructions section of you PayPal payment.
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The Parish of St. Thomas the Apostle's weekly eNewsletter was the winner of the All Star Award for the second consecutive year in a row!
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Laetare Sunday
Lections
Numbers 21:4-9
Psalm 107:1-9
Ephesians 2:1-10
St. John 3:14-21
Celebrant (8am & 10:30am)
Choir Master & Pianist
Jim Keltner
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PRELUDE
"Prelude" from 2nd Solo Suite in D minor
by J.S. Bach
COMMUNION SOLO
"Sarabande" from 2nd Solo Suite in D minor
by J.S. Bach
GUEST ARTIST
Sixto Franco Chorda
There are no postludes in Lent which is symbolic of the abstinence of the Season. The Monstrance containing the Blessed Sacrament will be placed on the Altar following the High Mass, and Congregants are invited to meditate in silence, prayer, and contemplation. Please be aware that other Congregants are praying at this time, and allow them peace and quiet as they make their devotions See the announcement about The Organ Project online! |
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Stations of the Cross
On Fridays during Lent following the 7pm Low Mass, Stations of the Cross takes place in the Parish Church. Parishioners are strongly encouraged to avail themselves of this seasonally penitential service.
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On Sunday, 18 March, the LA Marathon is scheduled to occur. Please see the organization's MAP and plan your route to church accordingly. Note: No freeways will be closed.
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Semiannual Church Cleaning
Beginning at 9am on 24 March, volunteers are requested to help in the semiannual church cleaning. Supplies and lunch will be provided!
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On This Day in Church History
On this day in 1620, St. John Sarkander, who was tortured as a traitor because he refused to divulge what was said in confession, died in an Olomouc prison.
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Please join us for many Parish activities. Here's a sampling of upcoming events - a full list is available online
17 March @ 10:30am
Newcomer Orientation Series
22 March @ 7:30pm
Vestry Meeting
24 March @ 7:30am
Homeless Feeding & Outreach
24 March @ 5:00pm
LASchola sings the Mass
26 March @ 9:30am
County-USC AIDS Clinic Feeding Program
14 April @ 7:30am
Homeless Feeding & Outreach
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Our annual Easter Breakfast will be held between 8:30am and 10:00am on Easter Day in the Parish Hall.
To insure that the right amount of food is ordered (and to prevent any waste), a sign-up sheet is available in the Large Parish Hall. Please sign up if you're interested in the breakfast. Please see Donald Cummings for more information.
At the door on Easter, a donation of $10 to cover costs is requested. Anybody who is unable to pay the requested amount, please see Fr. Davies or Randy Oglesby.
Once again, this year's delectable breakfast will be provided by the consummate chefs at Capers Catering!
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On Easter Day at approximately 9:15am, there will be an Easter Egg Hunt! Kids, bring your own Easter Basket and meet at the gate to the back garden of the Rectory.
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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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