June 13, 2021 3rd Sunday after Pentecost

  1. Property Management Notice

    • We are going to give our church garden the first clean-up of the season and laying the sprinkler hose on Saturday, June 26th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. If you have gardening tools at home, please help us out by bringing your own. Those who want to help out, please contact Paul Seto, our property manager

  2. May Offering Summary Report: Click here

  3. St. E YouTube Channel

    • We moving our weekly service recordings from OneDrive to St. E’s YouTube Channel (link) to help reach out to a wider group of people and allowing for easier access to our videos

    • Recordings of services will continue to be linked on our stechurch.com website like those we’ve posted over the past year

    • Only those who are speaking during the service will have their image recorded alongside the service slides.

    • If you have been recorded accidentally, please inform the meeting host to have the videos edited or email: AVteam@stechurch.com

    • If you are on our roster serving in speaking roles in worship and do not wish to have your image recorded, please let Fenella know to arrange for alternative options such as recording audio only.

  4. English Lectionary Discussion with Rev. Maria

    • There will be NO Lectionary Discussion on Monday, June 14, 2021.

    • We will resume on Monday, June 21, 2021 at 7:30pm.

  5. Youth Bible Study and Discipleship

    • There will be a Youth Bible Study and Discipleship programme led by Jason Kong and assisted by Rev. Maria and/or Carol starting on Monday, July 5 at 4:30pm by Zoom. All youth are welcome. For more information, please contact info@stechurch.com

  6. Reading Together resume on Tuesday June, 15 at 7:30pm

  7. Inviting St. Elizabeth to VBS Hosted by All Saints’ Markham Anglican Church

    • Kids Summer Camp Registration Form: Click Here

    • 1100 Denison Street., Markham, ON L3R 0Z4, 905-946-1637

    • Climb Aboard and Have Fun with Us

    • Aug 3– Aug 6, 2021

    • Tuesday thru Friday on Zoom/maybe In-person

    • 10:00am – 2:30pm

    • Registration Fee $45.00/child

    • Includes T-shirt & supplies

    • Should it be in-person and you cannot attend, full refund will be given

  8. “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” Young Adults Interactive Forum Hosted by St. John’s Willowdale

    • Join an interactive forum (in English) for young adults hosted by St. John’s Willowdale to discuss:

      • Stress, depression, anxiety

      • How to support your loved ones’ mental health

    • Wednesday June 16 at 7:30pm on Zoom: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 882 1199 3950

    • Passcode: 280665

    • Contact Rev. Andrew: andrew.stjohnwillowdale@gmail.com

    • stjohnwillowdale.com

  9. Meeting Schedule for Cantonese Bible Study Group for June 2021

    • Monday June 14: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 21: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

    • Meeting ID: 925 1299 3695 Password:159691

  10. Infirmed Prayer Requests

    • Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  11. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  12. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  13. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  14. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

June 6, 2021 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Youth Bible Study and Discipleship

    • There will be a Youth Bible Study and Discipleship programme led by Jason Kong and assisted by Rev. Maria and/or Carol starting on Monday, July 5 at 4:30pm by Zoom. All youth are welcome. For more information, please contact info@stechurch.com  

  2. No Reading Together on Tuesday June 8

    • There will be no Reading Together on Tuesday, June 8. We will resume on Tuesday June, 15 at 7:30pm

  3. Inviting St. Elizabeth to VBS Hosted by All Saints’ Markham Anglican Church

    • Kids Summer Camp Registration Form: Click Here

    • 1100 Denison Street., Markham, ON L3R 0Z4, 905-946-1637

    • Climb Aboard and Have Fun with Us

    • Aug 3– Aug 6, 2021

    • Tuesday thru Friday on Zoom/maybe In-person

    • 10:00am – 2:30pm

    • Registration Fee $45.00/child

    • Includes T-shirt & supplies

    • Should it be in-person and you cannot attend, full refund will be given

  4. “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” Young Adults Interactive Forum Hosted by St. John’s Willowdale

    • Join an interactive forum (in English) for young adults hosted by St. John’s Willowdale to discuss:

      • Stress, depression, anxiety

      • How to support your loved ones’ mental health

    • Wednesday June 16 at 7:30pm on Zoom

    • Contact Rev. Andrew: andrew.stjohnwillowdale@gmail.com

    • www.stjohnwillowdale.com

  5. Companionship Project

    • Our intern, Carol Shih, will launch a Companionship project in June till August for the first phase.

    • Targets: As the project requires significant commitment and will lead to in-depth sharing, it is for parishioners over 22 years old and who are willing to seek God’s words with someone together. One can pair with another of the same gender or their partner. You can also ask the church to pair up someone for you.

    • Characteristics: flexibility (date, time, place, formality, material and plan), constancy (weekly), commitment (rules, time and readings) and the centre on God’s words.

    • Apply now to June 7. You can find more details and frequently asked questions here: (PowerPoint pdf file). If you are interested, please fill in and return the enrollment form (enrollment form file). For queries, please feel free to email Carol at carol.shih@mail.utoronto.ca.

  6. 2019 & 2020 Financial Statements Re-issued for Adjustments

    • Error in the balance of the remaining loan due to be paid back to Diocese

      • Repayment to Diocese at end of 2019 was double counted in beginning of 2020

      • Balance at end of 2020 should be $450,000 not $440,000

      • Auditor has re-issued the statements and they are being reviewed by finance team. It will be shared to parishioners in coming weeks

      • Revised statements to be re-approved in next vestry Feb 2022

    • Year-end balance of the rectory fund from statement provided to us by the Diocese was overstated in 2020 by about $7000

  7. Theme Song – Set us Aflame

  8. Meeting Schedule for Cantonese Bible Study Group for June 2021

    • Monday June 14: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 21: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

    • Meeting ID: 925 1299 3695Password:159691

  9. Thanksgiving

    • Lisa Cheng is recovering well since being discharged from hospital.

    • Lee (Enoch's Mother) is recovered well from the surgery. We hereby give thanks.

    • Carol Shih who will be trained as a seminary student for the next two years. Give thanks that she passed the seminary interview for the Diocese of Toronto.

  10. Infirmed Prayer Requests

    • Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  11. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  12. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  13. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  14. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

May 30, 2021 Trinity Sunday

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. This Sunday May 30 Trinity Sunday 11am Joint English & Cantonese Online Morning Prayer Service

    • We will have a joint service for Trinity Sunday at 11am on Sunday, May 30. Our preacher for that day will be Wilson Loo who will preach in Cantonese and give a summary in English.

    • As there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

    • There will not be English Children’s Online Sunday School

    • English Bulletin (PDF) is attached

    • Chinese Bulletin (PDF) is attached

    • Zoom Click here at 11am Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 Password: 494353

  2. 2019 & 2020 Financial Statements Re-issued for Adjustments

    • Error in the balance of the remaining loan due to be paid back to Diocese

      • Repayment to Diocese at end of 2019 was double counted in beginning of 2020

      • Balance at end of 2020 should be $450,000 not $440,000

      • Auditor has re-issued the statements and they are being reviewed by finance team. It will be shared to parishioners in coming weeks

      • Revised statements to be re-approved in next vestry Feb 2022

    • Year-end balance of the rectory fund from statement provided to us by the Diocese was overstated in 2020 by about $7000

  3. Theme Song – Set us Aflame

  4. Meeting Schedule for Cantonese Bible Study Group for May and June 2021

    • Monday May 31: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 14: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 21: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

    • Meeting ID: 925 1299 3695Password:159691

  5. Chinese Anglican Churches of Toronto: Seminar for Hong Kongers Moving to Canada (PDF Click Here)

    • The 4 Cantonese Parishes are organising a seminar for those in HK thinking of moving to Canada in particular to the GTA.

    • This Zoom event will take place on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 8-9:30pm (HK time).

    • If you have family and friends who are thinking of immigrating to Toronto, please share this poster with them.

  6. Thanksgiving

    • Lisa Cheng is recovering well since being discharged from hospital.

    • Lee (Enoch's Mother) is recovered well from the surgery. We hereby give thanks.

    • Carol Shih who will be trained as a seminary student for the next two years. Give thanks that she passed the seminary interview for the Diocese of Toronto.

  7. Companionship Project

    • Our intern, Carol Shih, will launch a Companionship project in June till August for the first phase.

    • Targets: As the project requires significant commitment and will lead to in-depth sharing, it is for parishioners over 22 years old and who are willing to seek God’s words with someone together. One can pair with another of the same gender or their partner. You can also ask the church to pair up someone for you.

    • Characteristics: flexibility (date, time, place, formality, material and plan), constancy (weekly), commitment (rules, time and readings) and the centre on God’s words.

    • Apply now to June 7. You can find more details and frequently asked questions here: (PowerPoint pdf file). If you are interested, please fill in and return the enrollment form (enrollment form file). For queries, please feel free to email Carol at carol.shih@mail.utoronto.ca.

  8. Theological Education Fund

    • The Theological Education Fund at St. Elizabeth’s is a special restricted fund established in 2007 to promote theological education, especially among parish members of St. Elizabeth’s Anglican.

    • This year the fund committee has met and approved to grant Carol Shih funding of $1255 to support her Master of Divinity studies at Wycliffe College.

    • Note: Prior approval from recipient was sought and received before disclosure of name to public

  9. April Offering Summary Report: Click here

    • For 2021, the vestry approved the new account structure to have all 3 ministries as separate accounts along with an operating account for general shared purposes. Please note that as of April 2021 any offerings received that do not specify which ministry or special restricted fund (i.e. English Ministry - Regular, Cantonese Ministry - Regular, Mandarin Ministry - Regular, Special, etc.) the offering is directed to, it will be classified automatically for the general operating use in our Operating account.

    • If offering through our online form (stechurch.com/donate), please designate by selecting from the “Fund” dropdown box.

    • If offering through cheque, please make note in the memo section of the cheque.

    • If offering through cash, please indicate by using the appropriate envelope assigned with your donation envelope number, or mark on the envelope.

    • Thank you for your support.

  10. IDMC 2021 Conference

    • Last year, St. Christopher’s had 7 members attended the International Disciple Making Churches (IDMC) conference and found it very helpful. This year the conference will be held on Fri. June 4 at 8 pm and Sat. June 5, 3 pm – 10 pm. The topic is “Getting Into The Word” by Rev. Edmund Chan. A very dynamic speaker will present in English and Cantonese. $60/person. For details, please visit https://cccowe.ca/idmc2021/. Over 10 people, we can get a group rate.

  11. Infirmed Prayer Requests

    • Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  12. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  13. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  14. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  15. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

May 23, 2021 Day of Pentecost

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Theme Song – Set us Aflame

  2. Meeting Schedule for Cantonese Bible Study Group for May and June 2021

    • Monday May 31: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 14: 3:30pm to 5:30 pm

    • Monday June 21: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm

    • Meeting ID: 925 1299 3695 Password:159691

  3. Chinese Anglican Churches of Toronto: Seminar for Hong Kongers Moving to Canada (PDF Click Here)

    • The 4 Cantonese Parishes are organising a seminar for those in HK thinking of moving to Canada in particular to the GTA.

    • This Zoom event will take place on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 8pm (HK time).

    • If you have family and friends who are thinking of immigrating to Toronto, please share this poster with them.

  4. Thanksgiving

    • Ms. Lee (Enoch's Mother) is recovered well from the surgery. We hereby give thanks.

    • Carol Shih who will be trained as a seminary student for the next two years. Give thanks that she passed the seminary interview for the Diocese of Toronto.

  5. Companionship Project

    • Our intern, Carol Shih, will launch a Companionship project in June till August for the first phase.

    • Targets: As the project requires significant commitment and will lead to in-depth sharing, it is for parishioners over 22 years old and who are willing to seek God’s words with someone together. One can pair with another of the same gender or their partner. You can also ask the church to pair up someone for you.

    • Characteristics: flexibility (date, time, place, formality, material and plan), constancy (weekly), commitment (rules, time and readings) and the centre on God’s words.

    • You can find more details and frequently asked questions here: (PowerPoint pdf file). If you are interested, please fill in and return the enrollment form (enrollment form file). For queries, please feel free to email Carol at carol.shih@mail.utoronto.ca.

  6. Theological Education Fund

    • The Theological Education Fund at St. Elizabeth’s is a special restricted fund established in 2007 to promote theological education, especially among parish members of St. Elizabeth’s Anglican Church.

    • This year the fund committee has met and approved to grant Carol Shih funding of $1255 to support her Master of Divinity studies at Wycliffe College.

    • Note: Prior approval from recipient was sought and received before disclosure of name to public

  7. April Offering Summary Report: Click here

    • For 2021, the vestry approved the new account structure to have all 3 ministries as separate accounts along with an operating account for general shared purposes. Please note that as of April 2021 any offerings received that do not specify which ministry or special restricted fund (i.e. English Ministry - Regular, Cantonese Ministry - Regular, Mandarin Ministry - Regular, Special, etc.) the offering is directed to, it will be classified automatically for the general operating use in our Operating account.

    • If offering through our online form (www.stechurch.com/donate), please designate by selecting from the “Fund” dropdown box.

    • If offering through cheque, please make note in the memo section of the cheque.

    • If offering through cash, please indicate by using the appropriate envelope assigned with your donation envelope number, or mark on the envelope.

    • Thank you for your support.

  8. Next Sunday May 30 Trinity Sunday 11am Joint English & Cantonese Online Morning Prayer Service

    • We will have a joint service for Trinity Sunday at 11am on Sunday, May 30. Our preacher for that day will be Wilson Loo who will preach in Cantonese and give a summary in English.

    • As there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

    • Zoom Click here at 11am Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 Password:494353

  9. IDMC 2021 Conference

    • Last year, St. Christopher’s had 7 members attended the International Disciple Making Churches (IDMC) conference and found it very helpful. This year the conference will be held on Fri. June 4 at 8 pm and Sat. June 5, 3 pm – 10 pm. The topic is “Getting Into The Word” by Rev. Edmund Chan. A very dynamic speaker will present in English and Cantonese. $60/person. For details, please visit https://cccowe.ca/idmc2021/. Over 10 people, we can get a group rate.

  10. Infirmed Prayer Requests

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  11. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  12. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  13. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  14. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

May 16, 2021 7th Sunday of Easter

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Theme Song – Set us Aflame

    • Our church’s theme for 2021 is “Revive, Restore, and Renew”.  We will be using “Set us Aflame” as our theme song , and we will sing the song for the first time in our online worship services on Pentecost Day (May 23).  Our Music Director, Joanne Loo, invites you to listen to the recordings and read the lyrics before Pentecost. 

    • English version – video | audio | lyrics

    • Cantonese version – video | audio | lyrics

    • Mandarin version – Production in progress

  1. April Offering Summary Report: Click here

    • For 2021, the vestry approved the new account structure to have all 3 ministries as separate accounts along with an operating account for general shared purposes. Please note that as of April 2021 any offerings received that do not specify which ministry or special restricted fund (i.e. English Ministry - Regular, Cantonese Ministry - Regular, Mandarin Ministry - Regular, Special, etc.) the offering is directed to, it will be classified automatically for the general operating use in our Operating account.

    • If offering through our online form (www.stechurch.com/donate), please designate by selecting from the “Fund” dropdown box.

    • If offering through cheque, please make note in the memo section of the cheque.

    • If offering through cash, please indicate by using the appropriate envelope assigned with your donation envelope number, or mark on the envelope.

    • Thank you for your support.

  2. Q1 Financial Update

    • Offerings: Actual $21K, Budget $25K, Below Budget 13%

    • Total Revenue: Actual $40K, Budget $46K, Below Budget 13%

    • Expenses: Actual $37K, Budget $41K, Below Budget 9%

    • Net Income: Actual $2.7K, Budget $5K, Below budget 47%

  3. English Ministry - Reading Together

    • Join Rev. Maria on Tuesdays from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the month of May for "Reading Together".

    • We will begin with Henri J.M. Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son". Please obtain your own copy in bookstores or online. Please register via priest@stechurch.com for the Zoom link. This will be in English.

  4. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  5. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  6. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  7. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  8. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

May 9, 2021 6th Sunday of Easter, Mother's Day

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Happy Mother's Day

    • Blessings to you all on this Mother’s Day. Let us give thanks to God for all the mothers and caregivers in the world.

  2. Q1 Financial Update

    • Offerings: Actual $21K, Budget $25K, Below Budget 13%

    • Total Revenue: Actual $40K, Budget $46K, Below Budget 13%

    • Expenses: Actual $37K, Budget $41K, Below Budget 9%

    • Net Income: Actual $2.7K, Budget $5K, Below budget 47%

  3. Carol Shih’s Summer Internship

    • St E’s Corporate Team is pleased to announce that Carol Shih will be serving as Lay Ministry Intern for her Wycliffe College Summer internship and will be employed on a part-time basis. She will report to the Priest-in-Charge and the Churchwardens. While she will serve the whole church, her focus from May 1 – August 31, 2021 will be on the Cantonese Ministry. She will also carry out administrative tasks as assigned by the Churchwardens.

  4. Follow up and group discussions on the two Retreat Talks

    • We are thankful that our online retreat " Revive, Restore, Renew" of the Cantonese congregation was successfully completed on Tuesday April 10. Upon parishioners' request, the Faith formation ministry will be organizing 2 follow up and group discussion sessions on the two retreat talks.

    • The first session on Rev. SK Lee's talk will be held on Tuesday April 27 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Wilson Loo.

    • The second session on Bishop Patrick Yu' talk will be held on Tuesday May 11 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Billy Ng.

    • Regardless of whether you have attended the retreat on April 10, you are welcome to join the two follow up sessions. Interested parishioners can contact Margaret for registration. Please listen to the recordings of the two talks now posted on the St. E website before attending the two follow up and discussion sessions. sessions.

    • Retreat Talks Recordings https://www.stechurch.com/retreat-2021

  5. Lectionary Discussion with Rev. Maria: Click Here

    • From May 3, 2021 and every Monday following, at 7:30pm those interested to study the Lectionary Readings for the following Sunday are invited to a discussion with Rev. Maria. All you need is your Bible. If you don't have one, please let Rev. Maria (priest@stechurch.com)

    • Meeting ID: 985 4725 9051

    • Passcode: 650075

  6. English Ministry - Reading Together

    • Join Rev. Maria on Tuesdays from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the month of May for "Reading Together".

    • We will begin with Henri J.M. Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son". Please obtain your own copy in bookstores or online. Please register via priest@stechurch.com for the Zoom link. This will be in English.

  7. Cantonese Prayer Meetings

    • Faith Formation announcement: Starting from April, an online Cantonese prayer meeting will be held on the first and the third Tuesday of each month, from 8:00pm to 8:45pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

    • Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    • Passcode: 105101

  8. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  9. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  10. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  11. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  12. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

May 2, 2021 5th Sunday of Easter

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. 5/8 (Sat) at 10am PAB Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 992 5232 3954 Passcode: 105101

  2. Carol Shih’s Summer Internship

    • St E’s Corporate Team is pleased to announce that Carol Shih will be serving as Lay Ministry Intern for her Wycliffe College Summer internship and will be employed on a part-time basis. She will report to the Priest-in-Charge and the Churchwardens. While she will serve the whole church, her focus from May 1 – August 31, 2021 will be on the Cantonese Ministry. She will also carry out administrative tasks as assigned by the Churchwardens.

  3. Rev. Maria on Vacation

    • Maria will be away on vacation leave from April 26 - May 2 (included). In case of any concerns please contact the Churchwardens and if it a pastoral emergency, please contact the Rev. Jim Woolley at (416) 450-7249

  4. Follow up and group discussions on the two Retreat Talks

    • We are thankful that our online retreat " Revive, Restore, Renew" of the Cantonese congregation was successfully completed on Tuesday April 10. Upon parishioners' request, the Faith formation ministry will be organizing 2 follow up and group discussion sessions on the two retreat talks.

    • The first session on Rev. SK Lee's talk will be held on Tuesday April 27 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Wilson Loo.

    • The second session on Bishop Patrick Yu' talk will be held on Tuesday May 11 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Billy Ng.

    • Regardless of whether you have attended the retreat on April 10, you are welcome to join the two follow up sessions. Interested parishioners can contact Margaret for registration. Please listen to the recordings of the two talks now posted on the St. E website before attending the two follow up and discussion sessions. sessions.

    • Retreat Talks Recordings https://www.stechurch.com/retreat-2021

  5. Lectionary Discussion with Rev. Maria: Click Here

    • From May 3, 2021 and every Monday following, at 7:30pm those interested to study the Lectionary Readings for the following Sunday are invited to a discussion with Rev. Maria. All you need is your Bible. If you don't have one, please let Rev. Maria (priest@stechurch.com)

    • Meeting ID: 985 4725 9051

    • Passcode: 650075

  6. May-June Worship Rosters

    • Attached are the English, Cantonese and Mandarin rosters for May & June worship and they are also available on our website: stechurch.com/roster

    • The rosters are based on our current situation and arrangements for worship, if there will be any impacts to services due to changes in the COVID-19 restrictions. The rosters will be adjusted accordingly.

    • If you or your family members are not available to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

  7. English Ministry - Reading Together

    • Join Rev. Maria on Tuesdays from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the month of May for "Reading Together".

    • We will begin with Henri J.M. Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son". Please obtain your own copy in bookstores or online. Please register via priest@stechurch.com for the Zoom link. This will be in English.

  8. Cantonese Prayer Meetings

    • Faith Formation announcement: Starting from April, an online Cantonese prayer meeting will be held on the first and the third Tuesday of each month, from 8:00pm to 8:45pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

    • Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    • Passcode: 105101

  9. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  10. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  11. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  12. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  13. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

April 25, 2021 4th Sunday of Easter

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Carol Shih’s Summer Internship

    • St E’s Corporate Team is pleased to announce that Carol Shih will be serving as Lay Ministry Intern for her Wycliffe College Summer internship and will be employed on a part-time basis. She will report to the Priest-in-Charge and the Churchwardens. While she will serve the whole church, her focus from May 1 – August 31, 2021 will be on the Cantonese Ministry. She will also carry out administrative tasks as assigned by the Churchwardens.

  2. Condolences

    • Rt. Rev. Michael Bedford-Jones passed away on Sunday April 18. May light perpetual shine upon him. Please also continue to pray for his wife Bonnie and the rest of the family.

  3. Rev. Maria on Vacation

    • Maria will be away on vacation leave from April 26 - May 2 (included). In case of any concerns please contact the Churchwardens and if it a pastoral emergency, please contact the Rev. Jim Woolley at (416) 450-7249

  4. Follow up and group discussions on the two Retreat Talks

    • We are thankful that our online retreat " Revive, Restore, Renew" of the Cantonese congregation was successfully completed on Tuesday April 10. Upon parishioners' request, the Faith formation ministry will be organizing 2 follow up and group discussion sessions on the two retreat talks.

    • The first session on Rev. SK Lee's talk will be held on Tuesday April 27 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Wilson Loo.

    • The second session on Bishop Patrick Yu' talk will be held on Tuesday May 11 from 7:45 pm to 9 pm. This session will be led by Billy Ng.

    • Regardless of whether you have attended the retreat on April 10, you are welcome to join the two follow up sessions. Interested parishioners can contact Margaret for registration. Please listen to the recordings of the two talks now posted on the St. E website before attending the two follow up and discussion sessions. sessions.

    • Retreat Talks Recordings https://www.stechurch.com/retreat-2021

  5. Lectionary Discussion with Rev. Maria: Click Here

    • From May 3, 2021 and every Monday following, at 7:30pm those interested to study the Lectionary Readings for the following Sunday are invited to a discussion with Rev. Maria. All you need is your Bible. If you don't have one, please let Rev. Maria (priest@stechurch.com)

    • Meeting ID: 985 4725 9051

    • Passcode: 650075

  6. May-June Worship Rosters

    • Attached are the English, Cantonese and Mandarin rosters for May & June worship and they are also available on our website: stechurch.com/roster

    • The rosters are based on our current situation and arrangements for worship, if there will be any impacts to services due to changes in the COVID-19 restrictions. The rosters will be adjusted accordingly.

    • If you or your family members are not available to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

  7. English Ministry - Reading Together

    • Join Rev. Maria on Tuesdays from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the month of May for "Reading Together".

    • We will begin with Henri J.M. Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son". Please obtain your own copy in bookstores or online. Please register via priest@stechurch.com for the Zoom link. This will be in English.

  8. March Offering Summary Report: Click here

  9. Cantonese Prayer Meetings

    • Faith Formation announcement: Starting from April, an online Cantonese prayer meeting will be held on the first and the third Tuesday of each month, from 8:00pm to 8:45pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

    • Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    • Passcode: 105101

  10. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  11. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  12. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  13. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  14. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

April 18, 2021 3rd Sunday of Easter

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Carol Shih’s Field Education & Internship

    • We thank Wycliffe College for placing Carol Shih with us for her Field Education this semester. We appreciate her involvement in ministry and we hope she has learned new things and gained experience of ministering in the Canadian context. We are happy to present Carol with a love gift as a token of our appreciation. The good news is that Carol will be doing her Summer Internship with us beginning May 2.

  2. Lectionary Discussion with Rev. Maria: Click Here

    • From May 3, 2021 and every Monday following, at 7:30pm those interested to study the Lectionary Readings for the following Sunday are invited to a discussion with Rev. Maria. All you need is your Bible. If you don't have one, please let Rev. Maria (priest@stechurch.com)

    • Meeting ID: 985 4725 9051

    • Passcode: 650075

  3. English Ministry - Reading Together

    • Join Rev. Maria on Tuesdays from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the month of May for "Reading Together".

    • We will begin with Henri J.M. Nouwen's book, "The Return of the Prodigal Son". Please obtain your own copy in bookstores or online. Please register via priest@stechurch.com for the Zoom link. This will be in English.

  4. Maria on Vacation

    • Maria will be away on vacation leave from April 26 - May 2 (included). In case of any concerns please contact the Churchwardens and if it a pastoral emergency, please contact the Rev. Jim Woolley at (416) 450-7249

  5. March Offering Summary Report: Click here

  6. April 10 (Sat) Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” Retreat

  7. Cantonese Prayer Meetings

    • Faith Formation announcement: Starting from April, an online Cantonese prayer meeting will be held on the first and the third Tuesday of each month, from 8:00pm to 8:45pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

    • Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    • Passcode: 105101

  8. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Bishop Michael Bedford-Jones and his wife Bonnie who had been hospitalized with Covid-19.

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  9. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  10. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  11. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  12. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

April 11, 2021 2nd Sunday of Easter

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Cantonese Prayer Meetings

    • Faith Formation announcement: Starting from April, an online Cantonese prayer meeting will be held on the first and the third Tuesday of each month, from 8:00pm to 8:45pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

    • Join the Zoom Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    • Passcode: 105101

  2. April 10 (Sat) 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” Retreat

    • Thanks to all who attended the retreat and we especially thank Bonny and the organizing team for planning and preparing this retreat

  3. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Bishop Michael Bedford-Jones and his wife Bonnie who had been hospitalized with Covid-19.

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  4. Christopher’s Public Workshop

    • On Saturday, April 17, 2:30-4:30 pm, St. Christopher’s has invited Alan Fung to give a talk on “How to improve sleep quality and maintain emotional health during the pandemic – common sleeping problems; insomnia; Sleep Apnea; control stress; common emotional problems (diagnosis and treatment)”. Dr. Alan Fung specialized in psychiatry, University of Toronto Mount Sinai Hospital Wellness Centre Chief Medical Doctor and research professor at Tyndale University. The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.

    • Please register early at stchris.ca or 905-918-2205 before Tuesday, April 13. The Zoom link will be sent to you afterwards.

  5. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  6. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  7. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  8. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

April 4, 2021 Easter Sunday

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. This Sunday - April 4 Easter Sunday – 11am Joint Easter celebration will be by Zoom (Click Here). It will be a bilingual service and our preacher will be Rev. Maria with translation into Cantonese.

    • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

    • English Bulletin (PDF) is attached

    • Chinese Bulletin (PDF) is attached

    • Phone 647 374 4685

    • Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 #

    • When it asks for participant ID just press #

    • Password: 494353 #

  2. Cantonese Prayer Meetings : Click Here

    1. Starting April 6

    2. 1st & 3rd Tues of each month 8-9pm

    3. Meeting ID: 981 8987 6958

    4. Passcode: 105101

  3. St. Christopher’s Public Workshop

    • On Saturday, April 17, 2:30-4:30 pm, St. Christopher’s has invited Dr. Alan Fung to give a talk on “How to improve sleep quality and maintain emotional health during the pandemic – common sleeping problems; insomnia; Sleep Apnea; control stress; common emotional problems (diagnosis and treatment)”. Dr. Alan Fung specialized in psychiatry, University of Toronto Mount Sinai Hospital Wellness Centre Chief Medical Doctor and research professor at Tyndale University. The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.

    • Please register early at www.stchris.ca or 905-918-2205 before Tuesday, April 13. The Zoom link will be sent to you afterwards.

  4. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Registration deadline: March 28

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • To register please email retreat@stechurch.com with your:

      • Name:_____________

      • Number of participants in your household:____

      • Number of devices (Phone/Computer/Tablet) for connecting to retreat: ______

  5. Jan Feb Offering Summary Report: Click here

  6. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Mrs. Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  7. Links to Other Programs on Zoom

  8. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  9. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  10. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

March 28, 2021 Palm Sunday

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Upcoming Services

    • March 28 Palm Sunday at 11am – We will have a joint service for. Our preacher for that day will be Billy Ng who will preach in Cantonese and give a summary in English. Please join us for this meaningful service.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

      • English Bulletin (PDF) is attached

      • Chinese Bulletin (PDF) is attached

      • Phone 647 374 4685

      • Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 #

      • When it asks for participant ID just press #

      • Password: 494353 #

    • April 1 Maundy Thursday – no zoom services but a web recording will be posted for all to view

    • April 2 Good Friday – 10:15am English and 11:15am Cantonese we will meet via Zoom to observe the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join either the English or Cantonese services instead

    • April 4 Easter Sunday – 11am Joint Easter celebration this year will be by Zoom. It will be a bilingual service and our preacher will be Rev. Maria with translation into Cantonese.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

  2. St. Christopher’s Public Workshop

    • On Saturday, April 17, 2:30-4:30 pm, St. Christopher’s has invited Dr. Alan Fung to give a talk on “How to improve sleep quality and maintain emotional health during the pandemic – common sleeping problems; insomnia; Sleep Apnea; control stress; common emotional problems (diagnosis and treatment)”. Dr. Alan Fung specialized in psychiatry, University of Toronto Mount Sinai Hospital Wellness Centre Chief Medical Doctor and research professor at Tyndale University. The workshop will be conducted in Cantonese.

    • Please register early at www.stchris.ca or 905-918-2205 before Tuesday, April 13. The Zoom link will be sent to you afterwards.

  3. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Registration deadline: March 28

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • To register please email retreat@stechurch.com with your:

      • Name:_____________

      • Number of participants in your household:____

      • Number of devices (Phone/Computer/Tablet) for connecting to retreat: ______

  4. Jan Feb Offering Summary Report: Click here

  5. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Mrs. Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  6. Links to Other Programs on Zoom

  7. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  8. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  9. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

March 21, 2021 5th Sunday of Lent

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Upcoming Services

    • We will have a joint service for Palm Sunday at 11am on Sunday, March 28. Our preacher for that day will be Billy Ng who will preach in Cantonese and give a summary in English. Please join us for this meaningful service.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

    • Maundy Thursday – no zoom services but a web recording will be posted for all to view

    • On Good Friday April 2, we will meet via Zoom to observe the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ at 10:15am English and 11:15am Cantonese.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join either the English or Cantonese services instead

    • April 4 Our Joint Easter celebration this year will be by Zoom at 11am. It will be a bilingual service and our preacher will be Rev. Maria with translation into Cantonese.

      • as there will not be Mandarin service, please join the joint service instead

  2. Jan Feb Offering Summary Report: Click here

  3. Welcome Newborn Jonah So

    • Ernest, Carol and Adeline So in our English Ministry would like to introduce you all to Jonah So, born 6lbs 3oz. Thanks be to God! May He continue to bless this family.

  4. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her speedy recovery from her surgery.

    • Lisa Cheng and Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Mrs. Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

    • Please pray for Pastor Carol Shih’s mother. May God keep her, reduce her pain after surgery, and strengthen her to recover speedily.

  5. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • To register please email retreat@stechurch.com with your:

      • Name:_____________

      • Number of participants in your household:____

      • Number of devices (Phone/Computer/Tablet) for connecting to retreat: ______

  6. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  7. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  8. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  9. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  10. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  11. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

March 14, 2021 4th Sunday of Lent

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Daylight Saving Time Begin

    • Just a friendly reminder that Daylight Saving Time will start this Sunday.  Since we need to push our clocks forward by an hour, please join the service on time this coming Sunday.

  2. Mar 18 (Thu) 7:30pm Cantonese Ministry Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 956 0333 0595 Password: 105101

  3. Welcome Newborn Jonah So

    • Ernest, Carol and Adeline So in our English Ministry would like to introduce you all to Jonah So, born 6lbs 3oz. Thanks be to God! May He continue to bless this family.

  4. Prayer Requests

    • Please pray for Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) and Lisa Cheng for their speedy recovery from their surgeries.

    • Vanky So’s health and recovery.

    • Grace Krist’s father in Vancouver, who is not well.

    • Mrs. Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

    • Please pray for Pastor Carol Shih’s mother. May God keep her, reduce her pain after surgery, and strengthen her to recover speedily.

  5. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • To register please email retreat@stechurch.com with your:

      • Name:_____________

      • Number of participants in your household:____

      • Number of devices (Phone/Computer/Tablet) for connecting to retreat: ______

  6. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  7. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  8. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  9. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  10. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  11. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

March 7, 2021 3rd Sunday of Lent

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Prayer Requests

    • Sister Lisa Cheng was admitted to the hospital because she was not well, so please prayed for God to protect her and recover soon.

    • Please pray for Pastor Carol Shih’s mother. May God keep her, reduce her pain after surgery, and strengthen her to recover speedily.

  2. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • To register please email retreat@stechurch.com with your:

      • Name:_____________

      • Number of participants in your household:____

      • Device for connecting to retreat: (Phone/Computer/Tablet)

  3. 2021 Elections & Appointments from Vestry

    • Thanks to all those who attended our vestry on Sunday Feb 21. The minutes of the meeting will be posted in the coming weeks.

    • Appointed:

      • Rector’s Warden: Fenella Chiu

      • Deputy Warden: Chivas Chu

      • Treasurer: Kenny Pang

    • Elected:

      • People’s Warden: Paul Seto

      • Cantonese Ministry Chair: Wilson Loo

      • English Ministry Chair: Michelle Zheng

      • Mandarin Ministry Chair: Bao Zhong Xing

      • Lay Member of Synod: Joel Chiu

      • Alternate Lay Member of Synod: Paul Seto

      • Parochial Tribunal Lay Members: Amy Chiu, Tali Wong

  4. Donation Tax Receipt

    • Thanks to those who stopped by the church to pick up their receipts on Wed Feb 24. Those who have not picked up their receipts will receive them through standard mail in the coming days.​

    • Contact info@stechurch.com if your mailing address has changed in the last year. ​

    • Online donations through our website should have already received their receipts immediately through your registered email at the time of you submitting the donation. If you have not received it, please also contact us through above email for further assistance​.

  5. Bishop Jenny’s Message

    • We received a letter from Bishop Jenny last week. You can read it from the link here or posted on our website

    • Thanks to all those who contributed to Bishop Jenny’s farewell gift.

  6. Mar-Apr Worship Rosters

    • Attached are the English, Cantonese and Mandarin rosters for March & April worship and they are also available on our website: stechurch.com/roster

    • The rosters are based on our current situation and arrangements for worship, if there will be any impacts to services due to changes in the COVID-19 restrictions. The rosters will be adjusted accordingly.

    • If you or your family members are not available to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

  7. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  8. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  9. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  10. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  11. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  12. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

February 28th, 2021 2nd Sunday of Lent

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. 2021 Elections & Appointments from Vestry

    • Thanks to all those who attended our vestry last Sunday. The minutes of the meeting will be posted in the coming weeks.

    • Appointed:

      • Rector’s Warden: Fenella Chiu

      • Deputy Warden: Chivas Chu

      • Treasurer: Kenny Pang

    • Elected:

      • People’s Warden: Paul Seto

      • Cantonese Ministry Chair: Wilson Loo

      • English Ministry Chair: Michelle Zheng

      • Mandarin Ministry Chair: Bao Zhong Xing

      • Lay Member of Synod: Joel Chiu

      • Alternate Lay Member of Synod: Paul Seto

      • Parochial Tribunal Lay Members: Amy Chiu, Tali Wong

  2. March 6 (Sat) at 10am PAB Meeting: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 992 5232 3954 Passcode: 105101

  3. Bishop Jenny’s Message

    • We received a letter from Bishop Jenny this week. You can read it from the link here or posted on our website

    • Thanks to all those who contributed to Bishop Jenny’s farewell gift.

  4. Donation Tax Receipt

    • Thanks to those who stopped by the church to pick up their receipts on Wednesday. Those who have not picked up their receipts will receive them through standard mail in the coming days.​

    • Contact info@stechurch.com if your mailing address has changed in the last year. ​

    • Online donations through our website should have already received their receipts immediately through your registered email at the time of you submitting the donation. If you have not received it, please also contact us through above email for further assistance​.

  5. April 10 (Sat)​ 9:30am – 12:30pm Cantonese Online “Revive, Restore, Renew” ​Retreat

    • Two talks by Rev. Dr. Stephen SK Lee and Bishop Patrick Yu

    • Registration details will be announced later

  6. Mar-Apr Worship Rosters

    • Attached are the English, Cantonese and Mandarin rosters for March & April worship and they are also available on our website: stechurch.com/roster

    • The rosters are based on our current situation and arrangements for worship, if there will be any impacts to services due to changes in the COVID-19 restrictions. The rosters will be adjusted accordingly.

    • If you or your family members are not available to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

  7. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  8. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  9. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  10. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  11. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  12. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

February 21st, 2021 1st Sunday of Lent

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Vestry Meeting

    • Our annual vestry to be on this Sun Feb 21, 2021 at 1:30pm

    • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

    • Meeting ID: 990 7874 3606

    • Passcode: 1051

    • Vestry report and draft financial statements is available on website: stechurch.com/vestry

    • Page Password (only included in this email distribution of St. E members)

    • The vestry name list of those parish members who are eligible to vote and be voted is posted on locked vestry webpage above.

    • Church members must meet with conditions stated in the Diocese Canon to be eligible to vote in Vestry Meeting. According to the Diocese Canon 14, voting members need to declare the following: "I solemnly declare that I have been a member of the Anglican Church of Canada and of this congregation for at least three (3) months, that I have attended regularly scheduled services of worship with this congregation at least three (3) times in the past year, that I am of the full age of sixteen (16) years and that I have not voted as a member of any other vestry during the previous three (3) months, nor do I intend to vote in any other vestry during the ensuing year". For any errors and omissions found in the list, please contact Rev. Maria or the churchwardens.

    • On Dec 17, 2020, Diocesan Council passed motion to address that “regularly scheduled services of worship” shall include any service conducted by conference call or virtual meeting platforms whether live-streamed or pre-recorded, for the period since March 13, 2020 and on a continuing basis until Diocesan Council declares otherwise.

  2. Bishop Jenny’s Online Farewell Party Feb 21 at 4pm

    • Thanks to all those who contributed to Bishop Jenny’s farewell gift.

  3. Donation Tax Receipt

    • Can be picked up at church on Wed Feb 24 from 10:30am to 3pm

  4. Infirmed

    • Ms. Lee (Enoch’s mother) for her health

    • Mrs. Tsang has been discharged from hospital and returned to Yee Hong. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang’s recovery and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  5. Condolences

    • Jin-Cun Liao (Anne Liao’s father, Angie & Jeremy’s grandfather) passed away on Feb 9 in China. Due to the pandemic, Sunny is not able to go back to China for the funeral. Please pray for him, Anne and their family.

  6. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  7. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  8. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  9. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  10. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  11. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

February 14th, 2021 Last Sunday after Epiphany, Lunar New Year

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Wear Red or Traditional Clothing this Sunday Feb 14 for Lunar New Year Service

    • To welcome the new lunar year, let’s celebrate together by wearing red or traditional clothing when you join our service this Sunday Feb 14

  2. Ash Wednesday Feb 17 at 8pm English Online Service

    • Join us for an evening prayer service on Ash Wednesday Feb 17 at 8pm

    • Reminder: prepare a little olive oil to be used during the service

    • Same link as usual Sunday services: Click here (meeting room opens 7:45pm)

      • Phone 647 374 4685

      • Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 #

      • When it asks for participant ID just press #

      • Password: 494353 #

  1. Farewell Gift for Bishop Jenny

    • As a parish that is much loved and supported by Bishop Jenny, we would like to show our deep appreciation of her episcopal leadership and ministry in the YCV area.

    • If you are able, please share in the special gift the area churches are giving her for her farewell by via an online contribution (stechurch.com/donate)

    • or by sending a cheque payable to “St Elizabeth’s Anglican Church”

    • Note or memo line indicating “Gift for Bp Jenny”

    • Please notify Corporate (info@stechurch.com) of your donation amount if you are sending a cheque.

    • Deadline is Wednesday, Feb 17.

  2. Infirmed

    • Mrs. Tsang had a fall at Yee Hong Monday Feb 8 and was admitted to hospital. Now undergoing surgery. Please pray for Mrs. Tsang's situation and pray for her family as well. Thank you.

  3. Condolences

    • Jin-Cun Liao (Anne Liao’s father, Angie & Jeremy’s grandfather) passed away on Feb 9 in China. Due to the pandemic, Sunny is not able to go back to China for the funeral. Please pray for him, Anne and their family.

  4. Pre-Vestry and Vestry Meetings

    • Vestry report and draft financial statements is available on website: stechurch.com/vestry

    • Page Password: included in this email distribution of St. E members

    • The vestry name list of those parish members who are eligible to vote and be voted is posted on locked vestry webpage above.

    • Church members must meet with conditions stated in the Diocese Canon to be eligible to vote in Vestry Meeting. According to the Diocese Canon 14, voting members need to declare the following: "I solemnly declare that I have been a member of the Anglican Church of Canada and of this congregation for at least three (3) months, that I have attended regularly scheduled services of worship with this congregation at least three (3) times in the past year, that I am of the full age of sixteen (16) years and that I have not voted as a member of any other vestry during the previous three (3) months, nor do I intend to vote in any other vestry during the ensuing year". For any errors and omissions found in the list, please contact Rev. Maria or the churchwardens.

    • On Dec 17, 2020, Diocesan Council passed motion to address that “regularly scheduled services of worship” shall include any service conducted by conference call or virtual meeting platforms whether live-streamed or pre-recorded, for the period since March 13, 2020 and on a continuing basis until Diocesan Council declares otherwise.

    • Our next annual vestry to be on Sun Feb 21, 2021 at 1:30pm

    • Pre-Vestry online meeting on Thu Feb 18, 2021 at 7:30pm for anyone with questions to help the leadership prepare for Vestry

    • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

    • Meeting ID: 990 7874 3606

    • Passcode: 1051

  5. Cantonese Lenten Bible Studies

    • The Cantonese ministry has prepared a Lenten Bible study series for our members. In concert with the 2021 theme for the church, the focus of the present series will be on “ Revive, Restore and Renew”

    • Starting on Ash Wednesday (Feb 17), the series will be published once every Sunday, for a total of 6 weeks ( up to Mar 21). For each week, there will be

    • (1) a Psalm – both sung (providing a link to the website) and written. It is encouraged that you read it as you listen, and while doing so, meditate on what the psalm is speaking to you.

    • (2) one or more Bible passages, selected by Rev. Maria Ling. It is hoped that you can read it through many times and please read it slowly. Please reflect on the relationship of the passage with the church and its 2021 theme.

    • (3) A short reflection, with a view to generate your interest to write down your thoughts during the Lenten studies. As a retreat is being planned for in April, your thoughts can be shared during the retreat then.

    • stechurch.com/lent

  6. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  7. Bishop Jenny’s Online Farewell Party Feb 21 at 4pm

    • As you know, in a few weeks, Bishop Jenny will be leaving the YCV Episcopal Office to take up her new position as Rector of St Paul, Bloor Street. Before she officially departs there will be an Area farewell party by Zoom on Sun Feb 21 at 4pm.

    • Register for the party (click here) by Fri Feb 12 and encourage others to register, too. Just click on the underlined words to reach the registration page. A zoom link will be sent to you the week before the event.

  8. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  9. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  10. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  11. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

February 7th, 2021 5th Sunday after Epiphany

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. Wear Red Next Sunday Feb 14 for Lunar New Year Service

    • To welcome the new lunar year, let’s celebrate together by wearing red or traditional clothing when you join our service next Sunday Feb 14

  2. Ash Wednesday Feb 17 at 8pm English Online Service

    • Join us for an evening prayer service on Ash Wednesday Feb 17 at 8pm

    • Same link as usual Sunday services: Click here (meeting room opens 7:45pm)

      • Phone 647 374 4685

      • Meeting ID: 971 0493 5659 #

      • When it asks for participant ID just press #

      • Password: 494353 #

  1. English Faith Formation Ministry:

    • We invite everyone to participate in fun and meaningful activities at home during Lent. The resource material we have chosen is by Illustrated Ministry which consists of a series of weekly activities starting on Ash Wednesday until Easter. The theme for this Lenten season is Reflections on the Heart. Through exploring Gospel passages about treasures and matters of the heart, families will reflect on what kind of treasure matters to us, why we store treasures, and the power these treasures have in our lives. Each weekly session will have a scripture, reflection, discussion questions, activity, colouring page, and prayer.

    • The material will be emailed to each family. Those who need paper copies can contact Yvonne or Rev. Maria at info@stechurch.com

  2. Condolences

    • Connie Tuen Muk’s father, Ka Yau Tuen Muk passed away on Fri Jan 29 at Scarborough Yee Hong Centre. Please pray for her and her family.

  3. Get to know your priest

    • Want to find out more about Rev Maria? Join her on Zoom and ask her anything!

    • English session on Saturday Feb 6 at 10am

    • Cantonese session on Sunday Feb 7 at 2pm

      • Those present can help with translation.

      • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

      • Meeting ID: 937 4798 4833

      • Passcode: 555356

    • Mandarin session to be scheduled separately

  4. Pre-Vestry and Vestry Meetings

    • Our next annual vestry to be on Sun Feb 21, 2021 at 1:30pm

    • Vestry report and draft financial statements will made available about a week prior

    • Pre-Vestry online meeting on Thu Feb 18, 2021 at 7:30pm for anyone with questions to help the leadership prepare for Vestry

    • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

    • Meeting ID: 990 7874 3606

    • Passcode: 1051

  5. Bishop Jenny’s Online Farewell Party Feb 21 at 4pm

    • As you know, in a few weeks, Bishop Jenny will be leaving the YCV Episcopal Office to take up her new position as Rector of St Paul, Bloor Street. Before she officially departs there will be an Area farewell party by Zoom on Sun Feb 21 at 4pm.

    • Register for the party (click here) by Fri Feb 12 and encourage others to register, too. Just click on the underlined words to reach the registration page. A zoom link will be sent to you the week before the event.

  6. Links to Online Services and Other Programs on Zoom

  7. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  8. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  9. Rosters stechurch.com/roster

January 31st, 2021 4th Sunday after Epiphany

This and prior weeks' announcements are posted on this webpage:  https://www.stechurch.com/announcements

  1. This Sun Jan 31, 2021

  2. Condolences

    • Connie Tuen Muk’s father, Ka Yau Tuen Muk passed away on Fri Jan 29 at Scarborough Yee Hong Centre. Please pray for her, her father and her family.

  3. Wycliffe College student, Carol Shih

    • We will hold a commissioning service for Carol during this Sunday’s 11am joint service.

    • We are happy to welcome Carol Shih, who is a 2nd year MDiv student at Wycliffe College, who will do her Field Education here at St E. She will be worshipping with us and also learning about pastoral ministry and serving God here in Canada. Rev. Maria will be supervising her during her time with us. Please reach out to her and welcome her.

  4. Get to know your priest

    • Want to find out more about Rev Maria? Join her on Zoom and ask her anything!

    • English session on Saturday Feb 6 at 10am

      • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

      • Meeting ID: 920 5264 4351

      • Passcode: 696572

    • Cantonese session on Sunday Feb 7 at 2pm

      • Those present can help with translation.

      • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

      • Meeting ID: 937 4798 4833

      • Passcode: 555356

    • Mandarin session to be scheduled separately

  5. Pre-Vestry and Vestry Meetings

    • Our next annual vestry to be on Sun Feb 21, 2021 at 1:30pm

    • Vestry report and draft financial statements will made available about a week prior

    • Pre-Vestry online meeting on Thu Feb 18, 2021 at 7:30pm for anyone with questions to help the leadership prepare for Vestry

    • Zoom Meeting Link: Click here

    • Meeting ID: 990 7874 3606

    • Passcode: 1051

  6. Bishop Jenny’s Online Farewell Party Feb 21 at 4pm

    • As you know, in a few weeks, Bishop Jenny will be leaving the YCV Episcopal Office to take up her new position as Rector of St Paul, Bloor Street. Before she officially departs there will be an Area farewell party by Zoom on Sun Feb 21 at 4pm.

    • Register for the party (click here) by Fri Feb 12 and encourage others to register, too. Just click on the underlined words to reach the registration page. A zoom link will be sent to you the week before the event.

  7. Bishop Patrick Yu teaching theology courses online

    • He will be teaching 3 courses on Zoom at Ming Hua Theological College, the Anglican Seminary in HK. Courses will run from March to May. Lectures in Cantonese, written work in English. There is a fee to join each course. If you need financial assistance or would like further information, please contact info@stechurch.com

  8. Alpha comes to St. Elizabeth’s in the New Year

    • Why am I here? What is my purpose? Who is Jesus? Bring your questions and your friends to Alpha, where we will watch a video together online and discuss it in small groups afterwards. Alpha will be hosted via ZOOM (in collaboration with St. John’s Willowdale) on Thursday evenings, 7:30 – 8:30 pm, starting Jan. 21 (ending Feb. 25). All are welcome.

    • If you are interested in volunteering as a small group facilitator, please contact Rev. Maria Ling at priest@stechurch.com .

    • Zoom Meeting Link: Click Here

    • Meeting ID: 898 0390 4309 Passcode: 365059

  9. Seminar on Apostles’ Creed (by CGST) & Follow up discussion & Prayer meeting (by St. E. Faith Formation)

    • Our Faith Formation Team would like to encourage parishioners to join the online seminar on “Apostles’ Creed” by CGST (Hong Kong China Graduate School of Theology) – a total of 8 weekly lectures, starting from Jan. 19 to Mar. 17. (no class for the second week of Feb.) Please see the following for details and for registration,

    • www.cgst.edu/hk/cht/wol_online_intro

    • Faith Formation suggests you consider to register for the “21A90A92” session  (Hong Kong Time Wed 9-10am) (that is, Toronto time Tue 8-9pm)

    • Deadline for registration:  Hong Kong Time: Wed. Jan 6

    • Faith formation will hold a follow up discussion and prayer meeting (conducted in Cantonese) on Tue after each lesson on “Apostles’ Creed”, at about 9:00pm to 9:30pm. For those parishioners who would like to join this discussion and prayer meeting, please inform Margaret Loo (info@stechurch.com), so that the appropriate Zoom link can be provided.

  10. Links to Other Programs on Zoom

  11. Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

  12. Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

  13. Rosters stechurch.com/roster