August 2nd, 2026 10th Sunday After Pentecost

Written By St.Elizabeth's Anglican Church

THIS SUNDAY SERVICES

Alpha Course in Timothy Group

  • Starting in September 2026, we will begin an Alpha Course in Timothy Group every Sunday. This is an evangelical and faith-formation course, and we will be using the Alpha Youth series. We invite all youth to join Timothy Group and the Alpha Course. If you know anyone who is interested, whether they are believers or not, please encourage them to join us.

  • Timothy Group begins after the English Service at 11:30 AM.

  • In addition, we also study Gospel of Mark from time to time.

Adult Bible Study Class

  • Starting in September 2026, we will use the book Christian Foundations: A Grounding for a Life of Faith (Wycliffe College) as our study material. We invite all adults who are interested in deepening their faith to join us. Please contact Yvonne to purchase the book.

  • The Adult Bible Study Class begins after the English Service at 11:30 AM.

  • In addition, we also use Meditation and Reflection from the bulletin from time to time.

August Timothy Group/ Sunday School combine activities

  • Aug 2 Park trip

  • Aug 9 Game – Bible treasure hunt

  • Aug 16 No Sunday School

  • Aug 23 Mark 4:21-25 A lamp on a stand

  • Aug 30 Craft/Food party

Wed Aug 19 from 8pm-9pm English Prayer Meeting (Link)

  • No Prayer Meeting on Aug 5

  • 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month

  • Zoom Meeting ID: 996 5736 5249 Password:3944

Property Management Notice

  • Thanks to all who volunteered to help with gardening and clean up last Saturday.

  • The property management team will clean and maintain the inside and outside of the church on the Saturday listed below each month from 9 am to noon. We invite all church members to take time to participate in this activity. If possible, please bring your gardening tools. Interested parties please contact Paul Seto.

  • Now scheduled for the following dates:

    • August 15

    • September 26 (the 4th Saturday)

    • October 17

  • If it rains that day, it will be postponed to the next Saturday.

Condolences​

  • Rev. Dr. Stephen See King Lee passed away on Sunday July 19. He made many contributions to Chinese Christian faith throughout his life. May the peace of our Lord be with him and console his family during this difficult time. Please keep them in your prayers.​

  • Memorial Service in Canada​

  • Date: Sat Sep 12 Time: 2pm to 4pm​

  • Location: Richmond Hill Christian Community Church (9670 Bayview Ave. Richmond Hill, ON L4C9X9)​

St. Christopher's Anglican Church - 35th Anniversary

  • St. Christopher's Church would like to invite our parishioners to join its 35th Anniversary celebration on Sunday, September 20.

  • Address of St. Christopher’s Anglican Church: 459 Crosby Ave., Richmond Hill, ON, L4S 1T2

  • 3:30 PM Holy Communion & Thanksgiving service

  • 6:00 PM Fundraising banquet at Golden Palace Banquet Hall 金廷宴

    • (Located in: First Markham Place

    • Address: 3225 Hwy 7, Unit 1, Markham, ON L3R 3P3)

  • # Banquet tickets cost $90 each. If you’re interested in attending, please contact Fenella. Each banquet ticket will get $25 donation receipt.

Website Update Notice

  • Our church website is currently undergoing renewal. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For information about our worship services, the order of worship, and the latest updates, please refer to the emails we have sent, and the weekly bulletin distributed on Sundays. We expect the new version of our website to be available in August.

Q2 Financial Update

  • Total Revenue: Actual $131K, Budget $144K, Below Budget 9% ($13K)

    • Offerings: Actual $39K, Budget $56K, Below Budget 30% ($17K)

  • Expenses: Actual $142K, Budget $144K, Below Budget 1% ($1.7K)

  • Net DEFICIT: $11.5K

    • Main driver of deficit is that we missed target for Offering by $17K

  • Note: these are preliminary numbers as some items still need to be updated

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 did Jesus say that all men would recognize His disciples?

    • a. If they endure until the end b. If they obey His commands c. If they love one another

  • 2. Who asked Jesus, “what is truth”?

    • a. Herod b. Nicodemus c. Pilate

  • 3. Which of the languages was not included on the sign posted to Jesus’ cross?

    • a. Akkadian b. Greek c. Hebrew

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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