First reading and Psalm
Acts 9:1-20
Psalm 30

In KC this week, we’ll be learning about Naaman and the servant girl who saved him.

There’s a lot to think about in this story - forgiveness, humility, trust and healing.

We grieve today the death of Hilliard "Boots" Cooper who passed away at the age of 90.

Boots was a member of the 8am community for many years until health issues kept him away. 

He still loved to make it out to Simple Suppers and special events to spend time with his church family.  

Join us at St A's on Saturday the 3rd to celebrate World Labyrinth Day.

Our Labyrinth is only in it's infancy but we are going to have a walk round and envisage what it will be like as it develops year on year.

If you are free, we look forward to seeing you.

Have you ever felt harried and overcome by the needs of life?

Do you find yourself longing for a moment to pause the treadmill of the world and step off for a second?

Are you seeking space to step back and reconnect with God and pray for your own needs and those of others?

Retreat

There is a long history in our Christian spiritual tradition of making a retreat for just these reasons.

A "retreat" is a 'going back', a moment to be still, a moment to release all the things you are engaged in to be refreshed and encouraged.

First, find a space to retreat to.

• a nature space.
• a place food and needs will be taken care of for you.
• a place you will turn off your phone.
• Go on your own, or find a group to retreat with.

Next, set aside the time.

• Take care of business, family, and other practical needs so that you can truly step away.
• Plan what you need to be well and undistracted while on retreat.

By now, you are most of the way there!  This 'setting aside' work is critical to the work of retreat.  The rest is about engaging the space and content of the retreat while you are there.  Enjoy the food.  Take in the world and sounds and song of the forest.  Pray and trust God.

The St. A's Spiritual Retreat

The St. A's Spiritual Retreat has been an institute of the parish since the 1980s.  Each year a small group of folk pool funds to step back together.  Often it is the rector of the parish who leads the retreat process and content, occasionally, others have been brought in.

A typical schedule is this:

7pm Friday - settle in and gather for a retreat introduction.  Go to bed in silent prayer.

Saturday morning - breakfast, morning prayers, and a first meditation followed by silent reflection time.

Lunch

A second meditation and reflection time

A late afternoon Eucharist and healing service.

Supper

Social time

Night prayers and sleep

Sunday Morning breakfast and a last meditation with reflection time

mid-morning Eucharist.

Lunch, final debrief, and departure

Details this Year

If any of this draws you in please contact Joanne Hoch, Pat Jameson, or send an email to office@staugustinesedmonton.com.

Space is limited, so please jump at the chance and let us know before May 11 to confirm your attendance.

St. A's Spiritual Retreat
May 30th-June 1
Strawberry Creek Lodge (a beautiful log-built lodge near Calmar AB)
Bedding, food, content, and good company is provided.  Shared washrooms, solo rooms.

COST: The total cost of the lodge is shared and, depending on attendance, cost will be between $200-$400.  Financial assistance is available.  So, bring a friend at it will be cheaper for you!

The Diocese of Edmonton is pleased to announce that the Executive Council has approved a diocesan workplan that will guide our actions as co-workers of God over the next 18 months. We are planning four great events for you to see the plan and know what we are doing.

The first is our Launch Party to reveal the plan and the logo. We will provide information about the plan, as well as live music and food.

What: Diocesan Workplan Launch Party

Where: Wildroots Coffeehouse at St Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church, 6110 Fulton Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6A 3T3.

When: Thursday, May 15, at 6 pm. RSVP by May 9 to https://synodoffice.breezechms.com/form/0872f8

The other three events are Zoom meetings where you can hear members of the Executive Council present about the plan and answer questions.

What: Zoom Information Sessions about the Diocesan Workplan

Where: On Zoom. Find the link on our website – edmonton.anglican.ca

When:

• Thursday, May 22, 7pm: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87297688658
• Saturday, May 24, 10am: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9398831523
• Monday, May 26, 7pm: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89268082958

CLICK HERE for more info

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce his intention to ordain, God willing, Mr. Fred Matthews to the Holy Diaconate; and the Rev. Helen Chan Bennett and the Rev. Jordan Giggey to the Sacred Priesthood on Pentecost Sunday, 2025, 7 PM, at All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral, Edmonton. Members of the clergy are invited to vest, the colour is red. All are welcome! *Please note: Additional postulents for ordination may be announced closer to the date.

The Hanley Home Group meets on Monday nights, 6:45 - 8:15 pm, at 10735 52 Street.

We discuss scripture, share our lives, and pray for each other. Families are welcome!

If you'd like to check us out, please email John at john@mjhanley.net.

Administration, address updates, etc: Cheryl at office@staugustinesedmonton.com, 780-466-5532