1. Mon. Dec. 2 – Belleville Choral Society- 6-9:15 pm
2. Tues. Dec. 3 – Stitchers & Knitters Potluck 10:30 – 2:30 pm
3. Tues. Dec. 3 – Youth Choir – 5:30 – 7 pm
4. Tues. Dec. 3 – Toastmasters Meeting – 7 – 9:15 pm
5. Wed. Dec. 4 – Search Committee Mtg – 9:30 am
6. Wed. Dec. 4 – Piano lessons – 6 -7pm (loft)
7. Thurs. Dec. 5 –Communion at Arabella – 10:30 am
8. Thurs. Dec. 5 – Chancel Choir Rehearsal – 5:15 – 7:15 pm
9. Fri. Dec. 6 – Community & Visions Networking Christmas Party – 9am – 4pm (Parish Hall)
10. Fri. Dec. 6 – Cubs & Beavers – 6-8 pm
Coming events/ Activities
1.St. Thomas’ Christmas Market:
It is with great pleasure that the Christmas Market planning committee would like to announce the final total of $11570.13 raised at this year’s market.
A huge thank you to all who helped make this year’s Christmas Market such a huge success.
2. Volunteer Job Fair Today, Sunday December 1st, at both the 8:00 and 10:30 am services, there are tables set up with information on how you can help with volunteering at St. Thomas’. Whether you have a couple hours a month or an occasional few hours, there is something for you to lend a hand in keeping St. Thomas’ the wonderful place you know.
Meet new people and learn new skills, join the team!
3.CHRISTMAS SHARING –
Carl and Linda are looking for someone to work along side of them this year with the goal of having someone take on the work of coordinating this wonderful outreach program in the future. They have coordinated it for a number of years and it is now time for others to come on board. Please consider this request and give them a call to see what is involved.
The congregation of St. Thomas’ will be participating in the Christmas Sharing Program. 45 Families will have food and gifts for children delivered the week before Christmas through your generosity.
***Signup sheets for Christmas Sharing packing(Dec.18) and delivery(Dec.19) are on the bulletin board by kitchen.
For the past couple of years, the congregation has been asked to make monetary donations to this outreach program through their church offerings. This method has been successful and will be used again. By purchasing sales and bulk items we have been able to get better value for our money. Gifts for the children will also continue in this same method.
We ask that you consider making a donation in the near future. The cost of supplying food for this program has risen and we hope you will be able to give to the best of your ability. For additional information contact Linda or Carl Matchim 613-966-6790
Thank you for participating in this wonderful Outreach Program.
4. SOUP & SCONE LUNCH (with Apple Crisp) – Sunday, December 8th after the 10:30 am service. Come and join us! Everyone is welcome!
5. Library Book Giveaway
Members of the Library Committee are reorganizing the St. Thomas’ Library collection. This has included discarding a significant number of books. Books that are out-of-date, in poor condition or duplicate were removed. Over the next weeks, these books will be available for giveaway at a table in the church hall on Sundays. Please take any that appeal to you.
6. On 10 December, International Human Rights Day, join with people around the world for Amnesty International’s annual Write for Rights. Write a letter or sign a card in support of human rights. Drop in any time from 11 to 5 p.m. at the Belleville Public Library, 3rd floor, 254 Pinnacle St., Belleville. Sponsored by Amnesty International Quinte Group 111. For more information, call Anthea at (613) 968-7368 or Mieke at (613) 921 4772.
7. A PEACEFUL WALK downtown on Saturday 14 December at 4:30 PM in recognition of the devastating situation in Gaza over the past year. The walk will begin from the Islamic Society of Belleville, located at 33 Moira St W, and will proceed through downtown Belleville, including a two-minute silent vigil, and ending at the starting point. Participants are encouraged to bring a small light or use their phones during the vigil to symbolize hope and solidarity. This event invites individuals from all walks of life to stand together for peace and remembrance. For more information, please contact Shahid at 613-210-9823 or via email at shahid@live.ca.
Upcoming December Events at St. Thomas’
1. December 1 – Job (Volunteer) Fair after the services
2. December 8 – Soup & Scone lunch after 10:30 am service
3. December 15 – Pageant at 10:30 am service
4. December 18 & 19 – Christmas Sharing (sorting & delivery)
5. December 24 – Christmas Eve services –
6:30 pm & 9 pm
6. December 29 – Christmas Lessons & Carols service
