April 15th, 2012 - Second Sunday after Easter with Adult Baptism and Confirmation

Easter Greetings

 

We are now in the Season of Easter. It was really great to see so many out on Easter Sunday. The "Sassy Sisters" decorating team really did a great job ot capturing the joy of Easter in the decorations. As we move into this season we will start by looking at stories of encounters with the risen Christ. This Sunday's encounter involves Thomas (you know - Doubting Thomas). What does Thomas' encounter with Christ tell us about doubt and faith. We also plan to welcome a "new" member into our congregation through profession of faith and baptism as an adult.

The readings are 1 John 1:1 - 2:5, Psalm 133, and John 20: 19-31.

 

I have titled the sermon: "I Doubt It!"

 

I look forward to seeing you,

 

Larry Wright

As well, please note the Important Dates, Alberta Election and the Youth Event below:

Important Dates

• Saturday, 21 April, 8:00 am - Men's Breakfast - Held in the lower Hall, the Breakfast is open to any man who wants to come. We usually collect $5 to cover supplies.
• Sunday, April 22, 10:30 - Earth Day and Baptismal Renewal Sunday - Come out to this special Service where we will be celebrating Renewal. Families who have had a Baptism at Spirit West are especially invited to attend. The Service will be followed by a luncheon where we will celebrate those who have been baptised in our church.

Alberta Provincial Election

• Elections Alberta will be using our Church as a Polling Centre for the upcoming provincial election. Advance polls will be held at the Church from Thursday, April 19 to Saturday, April 21.
• On election day, Monday, April 23, Spirit West United Church will be the site of Polling Stations 068 - 072.

Youth

• Future Quest Program for Youth 14-17, Aug 4-18, 2012 at Queen's School of Religion, Kingston ON.  For more information see the Pamphlet on the Info Table or http://www.queensu.ca/theology/leadership/futurequest/summer.html