Notices at a Glance
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1. Instructed Eucharist: Sun., Oct. 18 at 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
2. Wonder Church Sun., Oct. 18 at 4 p.m.
3. Music Ministry
4. Looking for a 12 cup used coffee maker in good condition
5. Thank you to Arden, Dory and Kevin
6. All Saints Church-Community Centre is looking for blankets and new underwear
7. Organ recital at St. Nicholas, Birch Cliff
8. Diocese celebrates women’s ordination, Oct. 18
9. Youth Group Night
10. Celebration of Murray’s Ordination: Sunday, Nov. 1 at 4 p.m.
11. Rule of Life Workshop
12. Karaoke Party! Saturday, November 7
13. Calendar of Events
14. Announcements
15. Live Streaming at 10:30 a.m., Order of Service
1. Instructed Eucharist: Sun., Oct. 18 at 8:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Have you ever wondered why we do what we do during the liturgy? Join us on Sun., Oct. 18 at either the 8:30 am or 10:30 am service for an Instructed Eucharist. Throughout the service, the celebrant will pause at key moments to offer brief commentary and insights into the history, meaning, and symbolism of our liturgical traditions, prayers, and vestments. Whether you are new to the church, exploring faith, or a lifelong parishioner looking to deepen your worship experience, all are warmly welcome.
2. Do you like puppets, music and prayers? Join us for Wonder Church Sun., Oct. 18 at 4 p.m. If you are able to help by bringing peanut/tree nut free goodies, greeting and/or moving pews, please speak with Elizabeth.
3. Music Ministry: On a sad note....our dear Michael Pirri will be leaving St. Aidan's in November for sunny Spain. We will be celebrating Michael's creative contributions to our community on Sunday, November 15, after the 10:30am service. Please direct any gift contributions to: donations@staidansinthebeach.com and state it's for Michael Pirri's gift.
4. We are looking for a donation of a 12 cup used coffee maker in good condition for use in the downstairs kitchen.
5. Thank you to Arden, Dory and Kevin for a successful start to the fall Euchre season with a meal of smoked brisket this past Tuesday. All are welcome to play on Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Parish Hall. $5 to play.
6. All Saints Church-Community Centre is looking for blankets and new underwear for their drop-in guests. Please bring your contributions to St. Aidan’s, leave them in the container provided in the narthex, and we will deliver them to All Saints. Thank you.
7. St. Nicholas Anglican Church, Birch Cliff, presents an organ recital on Sat., Oct. 17 at 2:00 p.m., featuring Christine Hanson, Director of Music at St. Nicholas, with guest organist Deborah Park of Trinity-St. Paul's United Church. The program ranges from Buxtehude and Bach to Widor and Canadian composers, and includes a duet for organ four hands with both players at one console. Admission is free with a freewill offering. A high tea follows from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, $25 per person, in support of the parish Christmas party for families in need. Tickets: coffeehour@stnicholasbirchcliff.com. 1512 Kingston Road, Scarborough.
8. Diocese celebrates women’s ordination: The Diocese of Toronto is marking the milestone 50th anniversary of women’s ordination to the priesthood in the Anglican Church of Canada. On Oct. 18 at 4:30 p.m., there will be a joyful celebration service of Evensong at St. James Cathedral open to all, with a light reception to follow.
9. Youth Group Night: Youth (grades 6 and up) are invited to join us on Oct. 23 from 7-9 p.m. for youth group. We will be making pies together. Please RSVP to Elizabeth (children@staidansinthebeach.com) by October 21 so that we can plan accordingly.
10. Celebration of Murray’s Ordination: Sunday, Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. With great joy and thanksgiving, we announce the upcoming ordination of Murray to the Sacred Order of Deacons. Bishop Kevin Robertson will preside. The service will take place on Sun., Nov. 1 at 4 p.m. at St. Aidan’s in the Beach. All are warmly invited to attend and support Murray with our presence and prayers as he takes this step in holy orders. A reception will follow the service; further details will follow in the coming weeks.
11. Rule of Life Workshop: Nov. 7, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. St Nicholas Birch Cliff Anglican Church, call 416-691-0449 to register. A Rule of life is not a list of “rules” but a support for growth in your Christian life – rather like a trellis that supports a plant and allows it to flourish and flower. Sister Connie, Sisterhood of St. John the Divine, leads this workshop. Please bring your own lunch. Coffee and snacks will be served. This workshop is free and open to all. For more information, please see flyer in the narthex.
12.
Karaoke Party! Saturday, November 7
Get ready to sing your heart our - or just listen. It's going to be a blast! Check the song list here: https://www.karafun.com/karaoke-song-list.html
13. Calendar of Events
· Beach Interfaith Outreach lunches: Next – Tues., 11 a.m., Oct. 27 and Nov. 10.
· We support the Calvary Grace Food Bank: Your weekly donations (to the basket by the church office) are gratefully received.
· Euchre: Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., Parish Hall, $5 to play
· Wednesday Eucharistic Service: 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel
· Busy Bees Drop In: Thursdays 10 -11:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall
· Meditation: Thursdays 7:30 – 8:15 p.m. All ages and stages of experience welcome.
14. Please submit new announcements for the weekly notices to Mary at office@staidansinthebeach.com by Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
15. Live Streaming at 10:30 a.m., Order of Service: The service will be live-streamed on YouTube, which can be found through the following link. The service may be viewed live or at anytime later through our YouTube channel.
https://staidansinthebeach.com/live