February 8th, 2026 5th Sunday after Epiphany

THIS SUNDAY SERVICES

THIS Sun Feb 8 Burning of Palm Branches

  • We will hold a Burning of Palm Branches ceremony THIS Sunday (February 8) to prepare for the Imposition of Ashes to be held on the First Sunday of Lent on Feb 22. The ceremony will take place after the English service and before refreshments. Please take note of this.

  • Liturgy for the Burning of the palm branches is attached

THIS Sun Feb 8 from 11:30am – 12:30pm Women’s Group Meeting

  • Women’s group will meet after “Tea-time” on Feb 8 in the old worship hall.

NEXT Sun Feb 15 10:30am Joint Holy Communion Service & Lunch Fellowship

  • We will host a Lunar New Year Lunch Fellowship on February 15, after the joint English and Cantonese service. Everyone is welcome to invite family and friends to celebrate the Lunar New Year together. We encourage you to wear traditional clothing to enhance the festive atmosphere. Starting today, you can purchase lunch tickets in advance.

  • Cost: $12 per person (Children 12 or under eat for free)

Mar - Apr Roster Planning

  • We are in the process of preparing the English and Cantonese rosters for worship in March and April. If you or your family members are unavailable to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

Sun Mar 1, 2026 Vestry

  • Our next annual vestry to be held on Sun. March 1, 2026 after 10:30am Joint Service

  • Please set aside time to attend. More details will be closer to the date.

English Faith Formation Announcement

Wednesday Night Lent Bible Study (Link)

  • A 4-part series led by Rev. Leung starts on March 4. We will meet on Zoom using the same link as the English prayer meeting.

    • Zoom Meeting ID: 996 5736 5249 Password:3944

  • Books of Study: 1 John, 2 John, and 3 John.

  • Session Dates: March 4, 11, 19, and 26.

  • Please contact Yvonne to sign up and join the accompanying WhatsApp Discussion Group.

  • NOTE: English Prayer Meeting will be cancelled from Feb 18 due to Ash Wednesday and will resume in April after Lent Bible Study series ends

Thursday Fever (相約星期四)—Cantonese program

  • We are holding a program called “Thursday Fever” for seniors to make their Thursdays fulfilling. Here are the details:

  • Part 1: Joyful Music

    • Learn to play drums and other instruments. Enjoy music and improve the coordination of hands, eyes, and mind.

  • Part 2: Alpha Course

    • Watch videos and talk about faith and life. Learn about Christian beliefs.

  • Part 3: Delicious Meals

    • Share a meal together and enjoy good food.

  • Welcome to join “Thursday Fever” and enjoy all three parts!

  • Dates: February 26; March 5, 12, 19, 26; April 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7 (a total of ten meetings)

  • Time: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

  • Who Can Join: Cantonese-speaking Seniors interested in music and exploring Christian faith

  • Cost: $30 for the entire program (includes use of drums and lunch)

  • Registration and Inquiries: Please contact Angela Kwong or Rev. Leung

Weekly Bible Trivia

  • Sunday School students can share their answers with Yvonne Zheng and receive a sticker for each correct answer (one answer equals one sticker). After accumulating 12 stickers, students can earn a special gift. Additionally, you can ask Yvonne for tips.

  • We encourage all our Sunday School students to participate in this activity and deepen their knowledge of the Bible.

  • 1. Which of Jesus’ twelve disciples was the brother of John?

  • a. James b. Andrew c. Matthew

  • 2. What city heard prophet Jonah’s preaching and turned to God?

  • a. Jerusalem b. Rome c. Nineveh

  • 3. What did Satan tell Jesus to turn into bread?

  • a. A scroll b. A stone c. A wheat

Good Stewardship Program (PAR Giving)

  • Our "Good Stewardship Program" allows you to support the church's growth and needs by setting up automatic monthly donations. The Pre-Authorized Remittance (PAR) is easy, reliable, and helps you develop a good habit of giving on time. If you want to join or have questions, please contact the church wardens or email par@stechurch.com.

  • “Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in my house, and thus put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts; see if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you an overflowing blessing.” (Malachi 3:10)

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