May 3rd, 2026 5th Sunday of Easter

THIS SUNDAY SERVICES

THIS Wed May 6 from 8pm-9pm English Prayer Meeting (Link)

  • 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month

  • Zoom Meeting ID: 996 5736 5249 Password:3944

Funeral Service for Mr. Kai Bill Ko

  • Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026

  • Visitation: 9am-10am

  • Service: 10am-12pm

  • Location: Glen Oaks Funeral Home (3164 Ninth Line, Oakville)

  • Our parishioners are invited to attend the music memorial, either in person or online. Further details, including the online obituary, guest book, and livestream link, will be shared later.

Baptism on Pentecost Sunday (May 24 10:30am)

  • Our church will hold baptisms during the Joint Holy Communion Service on Pentecost Sunday (May 24). Children and adults who wish to receive baptism are invited to contact Rev. Leung so that an introductory session and rehearsal can be arranged.

Glockenspiel & Singing Class for Cantonese Seniors

  • Come join our fun class and learn something new.

  • Dates: June 11, 18, 25 and July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (8 Thursdays)

  • Time: 10:30am – 12:00noon

  • What we will do:

    • By learning to play the Glockenspiel ― helping with hand-eye coordination and a great sense of rhythm.

    • Enjoy Cantonese songs and learn life lessons and values together.

  • Venue: St. Elizabeth’s Anglican Church (聖公會頌主堂)
    (1051 Eglinton Avenue West, Mississauga, ON, L5V 2W3)

  • Who can join: Seniors who love music and singing are welcome!

  • (The class and activities are conducted in Cantonese)

  • Fee: $10 (Includes glockenspiel use and refreshments)

  • Registration / Enquiry: Please contact Angela Kwong (鄺姑娘)

  • Phone: (647)-507-1051

  • Email: info@stechurch.com

  • Website: www.stechurch.com

Pentecost Prayer Breakfast

  • Date & Time: Saturday May 23 from 10am to 12 noon

  • Venue: St. Francis of Assisi, Meadowvale

    • 6945 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle, Mississauga

  • Special Guest Speaker: Canon Susan Climo

  • Free will offering at door

  • Call 905 821 2752 for information

“Matteo Ricci Musical Live” Overseas Charity Screening and Sharing

  • Date: Monday May 25, 2026

  • Time: 2pm or 7pm

  • Location: P.C. Ho Theatre Chinese Cultural Centre Of Greater Toronto

    • (5183 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1B 5Z5)

  • Tickets: $30

  • fll.cc/en/matteoricci/

  • Screening & Sharing Session: 3hrs

  • Language of Dialogue: Cantonese / Italian (in parts) / Latin (in parts)

  • Language of Subtitles: Chinese / English / Italian (in parts) / Latin (in parts)

  • Tickets: $30

  • All net proceeds will go to Intercultural Dialogue Ltd. (Registered Charitable Institution in Hong Kong)

May - June Roster

  • The English and Cantonese worship rosters for May & June 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.

Our Church’s Community Garden Planter Assignments

  • Our church is currently inviting our members, Sunday school students, senior members of the Carefirst, students and teachers of Terry Fox Montessori School, and their parents to join this year’s planting activities at our Community Garden.

  • If you are interested, please first write your name on the reception desk sign-up sheet. You will be notified of your planter’s location after May 3. Planting can begin after your location has been assigned. If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Leung.

  • Important Notes:

  1. Our church has installed an automatic sprinkler system, which will water on a schedule every day. However, when the weather is very hot, gardeners may need to add extra soil moisture as needed.

  2. Please be careful when planting to avoid damaging the pipes of the automatic sprinkler system.

  3. Gardeners must bring their own planting tools. You should also add things like soil, fertilizer/nutrients, or other materials that help plants grow.

  4. All harvest belongs to the gardeners. You are welcome to donate extra produce to neighbors who need it.

  5. Please help keep the Community Garden clean and litter free

2026 Chinese Four Congregations’ Joint Summer Conference

  • 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.

  • 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.

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 old was Abraham when he died?

    • a. 115 b.175 c. 120

  • 2. Who were Abraham’s sons?

    • a. Zimran, Jokshan, Medan b. Midian, Ishbak, Shuah c. Isaac and Ishmael d. All of the above

  • 3. How long had Lazarus been dead when Jesus brought him back to life?

    • a. 3 days b. 4 days c. 1 week

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

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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