THIS Sun Mar 8 Daylight Saving Time Begins

Reminder that Daylight Saving Time will begin on early morning of THIS Sunday March 8 and clocks will need to be adjusted forward one hour. Please come to Sunday service according to the adjusted time.

THIS SUNDAY SERVICES

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

2026 Elections & Appointments from March 1 Vestry

Thanks to all those who attended our vestry on March 1.
Key Motions Passed
- Ministry Development Fund Description & Guidelines
- 2025 Report, Financial Statement & 2026 Budget
- 2026 Auditor: Ken Chong
- 2026 Honorary Legal Advisor: Derwin Wong
Elected:
- Parochial Tribunal Lay Members: Amy Chiu, Grace Liu
- People’s Warden: Paul Seto
- Lay Member of Synod: Joel Chiu
- Alternate Lay Member of Synod: Yvonne Zheng
Appointed:
- Rector’s Warden: Fenella Chiu
- Treasurer: Kenny Pang
- Other PAB Member: Michelle Zheng
Vacant at this time:
- Deputy Warden
Elections for English Ministry, Cantonese Ministry PAB Members postponed to special vestry on March 29, 2026
Vestry report, budget and financial statements are available on website: stechurch.com/vestry
- Page Password: (only included in the email distribution of St. E members)

2026 Special Vestry Meeting

Our Special vestry meeting will be held on March 29, 2026 (Palm Sunday). Please set aside time to attend. More details will be provided closer to the date.
Current effective documents are posted on the church bulletin board and available for download on website: stechurch.com/vestry

To promote sharing and fellowship among the four Chinese congregations, the four-church Joint Summer Conference, held once every three years, is being planned.
Registration is now open. Details and fees are posted on the registration form. The registration form is available at the reception desk or can be downloaded from our church’s website (Link).
Online Registration: https://stchris.ca/cn/joint-conference/
Here are the details:
- Date: June 27-28, 2026 (Saturday to Sunday)
- Location: Durham College, Oshawa
- Theme: Following Jesus and Renewing His Church
- Guest Speaker: Bishop Andrew Asbil (Bishop of the Diocese of Toronto)
- Program: The bishop will give three talks, and clergy will lead five Chinese workshops and two English workshops. There will also be children's workshops and activities.
Early Bird Deadline: April 5
Register by: May 3
Price Reduction for Family sharing a unit available
Note: The conference will arrange interpreters to assist with English-to-Cantonese and English-to-Mandarin translation.

THIS Wed Mar 11 from 8pm - 9pm 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 resume in April after Lent Bible Study series ends

The REVISED English and Cantonese worship rosters for March and April are available at the reception desk or on our website stechurch.com/roster
If you or your family members are not available to serve on certain days, please contact Fenella as soon as possible.

Lent Course from Bible Remixed and the Diocese of Toronto

“The Way of the Cross and a Crucified People: On the Ground in Palestine,” led by Dr. Sylvia Keesmaat with Bishop Andrew Asbil.
This journey to the cross will deeply ground us in Jesus' passion as seen in today's world. This is a free study, generously funded by the Diocese of Toronto.
This study will be held on Sunday evenings:
February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. EST.
To learn more and to register, visit www.bibleremixed.ca or register here.
Each session will run on Zoom for two hours, with a five-minute break halfway through. Each session will include Bible study, stories from current realities—particularly in Palestine but also in our wider context, liturgy, and questions for Lenten reflection.

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. How many bridesmaids brought enough oil for the wedding night and were considered wise?
- a. Five b. Seven c. Ten
2. Which Old Testament heroes appeared with Jesus as He was transfigured?
- a. Elijah and Elisha b. Moses and Elijah c. Moses and Aaron
3. How many loaves of bread did the disciples give to Jesus when he fed the four thousand men?
- a. Two b. Five c. Seven

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)

Sermons stechurch.com/sermons

Livestream or Recorded Services stechurch.com/services

Rosters stechurch.com/roster

March 8th, 2026 3rd Sunday of Lent