A Note
​-Fr. Dean

I'm away this weekend, so weekend notes are a little early with a couple of changes to be aware of.

*First, we now have an alternate Zoom link for Sunday Services for occasions such as this.
Meeting ID: 416 985 1369
Passcode: 222222

The phone numbers are the same as usual:  647-374-4685; 647-558-0588

The computer link can be found here:  https://stpl.ca/services.html

It will be needed this week and weekend for Morning Prayer, Thursday to Saturday and Monday (7.30 a.m.) and for Evening Prayer, Sunday at 6.00 p.m..

*Secondly, there is no Bible study on Zoom this Friday, resuming next Friday, June 9 - Lesson 13, Acts 13.
*Thirdly, the recording of the 8.00 a.m. service be not be available this weekend.

Pentecost Weekend
Sincere thanks to all those who contributed to Saturday evening's tribute to Annette Brownlee, and Sunday's Pentecost celebration: the dancers, the young dramatic readers, the pans and U4(ia) - the next generation!  With delicious receptions on both occasions and wonderful music from the Agincourt Salvation Army Brass and Children's Choir.  And to top it off, proceeds from Saturday evening helped us surpass our promised support of $5000 in our Refugee Sponsorship Program.

A beautiful tribute to Annette on Saturday evening by Anne Burnett is reprinted below at the conclusion of these weekend notes.

A New Book from Arthur Boers: Arthur's coming-of-age and coming-to-faith memoir has just been published! Shattered: A Son Picks Up the Pieces of His Father's Rage (Eerdmans), explores being the child of immigrants and learn English as a second language, a vivid Christian faith already as a child, and his father's dangerous PTSD that eventually focused dangerously on Arthur. If you would like to order one, you can email Arthur at info@arthurboers.com. You can specify whether you'd like it signed or personalized in some way. Arthur is selling the book for the Amazon-busting price of $25.

An Evening With Fr. Arthur Boers
Join us on Friday evening, June 17 for a presentation by Fr. Arthur Boers about his new book, hosted by the Family Ministries Program.

Swing into Summer Concert - Saturday, June 24, with the St. Paul's Steel Pan Orchestra and Gemini Pan Groove.

Grad Sunday - Sunday, June 25 - a combined service of the English, Tamil and Chinese congregations when we honor our high school, training school, college, and university graduates.

Summer Hours for the English Sunday Services - 8.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m., Sunday, June 25, through Sunday, September 3.

The International Food Fair is Back!
After a 3 year hiatus, the International Food Fair is returning on Saturday, July 15. This is a wonderful opportunity to taste foods of the world, prepared and presented by our own members.  Please share the news with friends and relatives. Countries already participating are Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent and Zimbabwe. If you would like to participate in this exciting event, please contact either Anne Burnett or Keith Morris. All funds raised support activities within the Outreach program.

A Note from the Outreach Team: Calling all walkers. It's that time again to get your walking shoes on and get into shape for our annual walk. Like last year we will have an actual walk on September 24, 2023,  meeting at the church at 8:30 for a 9:00 start.  If you still wish to maintain distance you can do your own walk at your pace in your favourite space. Pledge sheets will be available on line, from the office or on the table outside the office. Your love and support of our Outreach projects is greatly appreciated.  Happy walking.  Blessings, Kathy and the Outreach team.

Young Adult Fellowship - Saturday mornings.
The next meeting is Saturday, June 10.  For more information, contact Fr. Dean.

Interested in Volunteering with St. Paul's?  Have a passion for teaching the word of God to children?  We're looking for Sunday School teachers.  Have great hospitality and organizational skills?  We're on the hunt for a Kitchen Coordinator.  For more information, please email Sarah at stpl@stpl.ca

2022 Income Tax Receipts Now Available
The 2022 Income Tax Receipts are now available.

2023 Envelopes Now Available
The 2023 church envelopes are now available at the church. A reminder that any envelope will do so long as it is marked with your name and Church Envelope #.

Friday Night Bible Study of the Acts in person and on Zoom The study is on the Acts of the Apostles, the 2nd half of Luke's Gospel, using the study guide by N. T. Wright.  Copies are available from Fr. Dean for $13.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/830877703
Telephone: 647-374 4685, or 647-558 0588; Meeting ID: 830 877 703

Please note: Bible study is cancelled on Friday, June 2, resuming on Friday, June 9.

Regular Sunday Hours:
 8.00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist
 9.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 11.00 a.m. - replay on Zoom of 8.00 a.m. service
 11.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 1.00 p.m. - Chinese service
 3.00 p.m. - Tamil service
 6.00 p.m. - Evening Prayer (in person and online)

Office Hours:
 Tuesday - 10.00 am to 12.30 noon
 Wednesday to Friday - 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 noon

Steel Pan Practice - Saturdays, 12.30 noon.

St. Paul's Teen Basketball Clinic - Mondays, 6.00 p.m., L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute - back in the double gym

St. Paul's Children's Basketball Clinic - Tuesdays, 6.00 p.m., L'Amoreaux Collegiate Institute

Congratulations to St. Paul's Steel Orchestra and Gemini Pan Groove
A great performance last Saturday at the Praise on Steel city-wide pan concert at the Malvern Christian Assembly, with nearly a dozen bands and solo performances.  St. Paul's Steel Orchestra and Gemini Pan Groove made us proud in front of a very happy crowd.  You won't want to miss the Spring into Summer Steel Concert on June 24.

Congratulations to Youth String Program
Thanks to all our young musicians and director Hayley Kim for another great season which featured performances at Anniversary Sunday, playing with the Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra at the Holiday Concert, a performance on Black History and Easter Sunday, and last Saturday's performance at Maytime Melodies.  The program resumes in the Fall.

Adult Choir - practices, Saturdays, 4.00 p.m.

African Caribbean Dance & Movement Program - Saturday Mornings 10:30 - 11:45 am.  Come and move your bodies in worship to the Lord.  All ages welcome.  For more information, contact Sarah at splcyouthministry@gmail.com

Adult ESL - now on break until the Fall.

Altar Guild Members who attend the 11:15am service and are interested in joining the Altar Guild, please contact Valerie W.

Mission Trip & Safari to Tanzania: July 2023 - Fr. Kim Beard, leader.
July 4-22, 2023. The Tanzania experience will include five days visiting and connecting with Anglicans in Tarime and Zanzibar, the chance to see and participate in a variety of development projects, safaris to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro National Park, and a week exploring Zanzibar island.  If you would like more information please contact: the Reverend Canon Kim Beard at beard3300@rogers.com.

A Single "Church Service" Zoom Link for all church services
This new link applies to all English church services which are streamed on Zoom, for the replay of the Sunday recording, and including Evening Prayer on Sundays at 6.00 p.m. and Morning Prayer, Monday through Saturday:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86566347435?pwd=WnhpMDJQRkxjMEV3d2pMU0FCa0JuUT09
By Phone:
Meeting ID: 865 6634 7435
Passcode: 501805
647-374-4685
647-558-0588
Alternate Church Service Zoom Link?
(Used on occasions when the primary link is not available.)
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4169851369?pwd=TUhNYm5CenNhTDNrM1FybTMxdWlQUT09
By Phone:
Meeting ID: 416 985 1369
Passcode: 222222
647-374-4685
647-558-0588

War in Ukraine
For those wishing to contribute to refugee relief, The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations to support those displaced by the war in Ukraine, here:
www.toronto.anglican.ca/news/pwrdf-accepts-donations-for-ukrainian-refugees/. Our Outreach Committee donated $2000 to refugee relief program.

Online Calendar
The full schedule of in-person and online services and programs can be found on the online church calendar - www.stpl.ca/calendar.html - or here: www.stpl.ca/services.html.

S.P.Y. - St. Paul's Youth - Friday nights at 7 pm.  Contact Sarah for more information: splcyouthministry@gmail.com.

Thank you for your Faithful Gifts and Offerings - St. Paul's is a strong parish and remained so throughout 2022 due to everyone's faithful support at a time when never has it been more important.

Gifts can be dropped off at the church or sent by mail. Kindly ensure that your name and envelope number is included. Or, members may wish to sign up for the Pre-Authorized Giving Program (contact the office). Members who use online banking can now make E-transfers (instructions here: www.stpl.ca/give.html). Gifts can also be made at our website through CanadaHelps: www.stpl.ca/give.html

NOTE: Of the various means for online giving, we recommend The Pre-Authorized Giving Program. It is regular, matching the regular responsibilities of the parish, and once initiated all it takes is a phone call or quick e-mail note to increase, decrease, or cancel the donation. The monthly amount is withdrawn on the 20th of each month, and the cost to the church is 50 cents per transaction, irrespective of the amount of the gift. This makes the PAG the most economical of all methods of giving.

Contact - The clergy of St. Paul's are permitted once again to visit in homes. Don't hesitate to call or write.
Website: www.stpl.ca; Church phone: 416-499-1545; Email: stpl@stpl.ca;
Fr. Dean Mercer: deanmercer@hotmail.com;
Rectory phone: 416-497-6352.

 *****

Tribute to The Rev'd Dr. Annette Brownlee
by Anne Burnett
Delivered at the Tribute Concert, Saturday, May 27

Good evening ladies and gentlemen.  This is a bitter sweet moment as we bid farewell to our pastor and friend Rev'd. Dr. Annette Brownlee.

What an incredible journey it has been for her here at St. Paul's, for almost fifteen years. It has truly been an honour for our congregation to witness Annette's faith, dedication, and strong commitment in sharing her love of Christ with others in an exemplary fashion. These are just a few of her exceptional highlights.

Her journey started with us in (2008) as an Associate Priest, our Pastor and friend.  On Sunday mornings our congregation had the pleasure of hearing Annette preach.  She has graced us with her ability to communicate the Gospel message in a unique and exuberant style that is all her own – with uplifting sermons that encourage and motivate us to use the word of God to guide us in our daily lives.

In addition to this duty, she supported the pastoral care visitation.  I can personally attest to her sincere and authentic nature in providing pastoral care and reaching out in friendship.  I recall a time when I had knee surgery and while hospitalized Annette visited me.  What touched me deeply was she not only prayed for my healing, but included my roommate in the prayer session, for someone whom she had never met.  You're awesome Annette.

Annette has served as the Chaplain of Wycliffe College, Professor of Pastoral Theology and Director of Field Education.   She has a genuine warmth, compassion, and positive attitude that extends beyond the doors of St. Paul's. 

Our church has been blessed by wonderful students sent our way via Rev. Annette.  These include Fr. Theadore and Donethia Hunt and we at St. Paul's are very much aware and appreciative of their contributions to our church.  Currently Fr. Theadore is the Incumbent at St. Stephen's Downsview.  And most recently we've enjoyed the additions of  Carol Shih and Rajini Lyman. Carol has recently been ordained as Deacon and will be serving at St. Timothy's Anglican Church, North Toronto effective June 1.  And Rajini has recently been accepted as a Postulant (an applicant for holy orders) in the Diocese of Toronto.

I reached out to Fr. Theadore, Carol and Rajini and here are their reflections on their time with Annette.

Fr. Theadore Hunt:  "I felt very welcomed here at St. Paul's and do appreciate Rev'd. Annette's pastoral sensitivity and keen instincts in what Donethia and I needed at the time, and we have maintained a beautiful friendship over the years".

The Rev'd Carol Shih:  "Rev'd. Annette Brownlee was my supervisor as Chaplain in the Wycliffe Founders' Chapel and, more importantly, my precious friend. She gave me much support and guidance not only for the Chapel but also for living and life. She listened to, encouraged, comforted, navigated, and loved me. She also taught me English slang. I cherished our time together. I cannot say it in just a few words but want you to know you are my very precious friend and a remarkable person in my life.  Annette, in the way God leads, may you continue blessing others as you have always done".

Rajini Lyman:  "Rev'd. Annette is one of the professors who helped me the most in my theological studies at Wycliffe and in my spiritual discernment. She is a great blessing not only to me but to many students.  She goes over and beyond to assist her students.  She encouraged me to focus on my Master of Divinity in place of Master of Theological Studies. Under her direction I learned how to do pastoral care in the proper manner. Now that I have been chosen as a Postulant, I am looking at her as someone whom God sent to fulfill His will in my life. She is loving, caring and very helpful to all the students at Wycliffe. I wish her well."

In conclusion, we have been truly blessed to have Annette serve as our pastor, priest, and friend for almost 15 wonderful years. She has been a bright and effervescent light that has shined so brightly, along with her radiant and beautiful smile!! She has left an indelible mark.  We are genuinely sorry to see her go.   She is truly one of a kind and will be dearly missed. On behalf of St. Paul's, we wish her all the very best in her retirement and future endeavours. May God continue to bless you, Annette.

The Lord is Risen. He is Risen indeed. Happy Easter
A Prayer for Mother’s Day
Loving God, You have loved us with an everlasting love (Jer 31:3). You have loved us even more as a mother loved her child. Today, we give you thanks and praise for the gift of mothers. We pray for the mothers-to-be, who are just beginning to be the bearers of new life in them, may they welcome their forthcoming child with loving anticipation and joy. We pray for the young mothers, may they cherish their child with tender care and unconditional love. We pray for the mothers who are separated from their children because of war, poverty, conflict, violence and for any other reasons. Comfort them, strengthen their hope, and let them feel your loving embrace that wipes every tear away. We pray for all Mother-figures, those who have loved, surrounded and shaped us with motherly care and compassion. We especially pray for our own mothers who have nurtured and cared for us. Their sacrifices and care gave us a glimpse of the extent of your love for us. Thank you for them. Grant health, blessings, and well-being for those our mothers who are still alive. We also remember those mothers who are no longer with us. While they live forever in our hearts and memory grant them eternal rest and reward of their labours. Amen.
Wycliffe Student Rajini Lyman is preaching, with tokens of affection for all our mothers, grandmothers, godmothers and aunties. Happy Mother’s Day.
Praise on Steel City wide pan concert, Saturday May 20, at the Malvern Christian Assembly, 6705 Sheppard Avenue, East. Featuring eight bans and including Gemini Groove and the St. Paul’s Steel Band. Tickets: Seniors/children - $20. Adults - $35 pre-ordered or $40 at the door.
A Service Honoring Annette Brownlee and Supporting our New Friends - Saturday, May 27 - featuring the Salvation Army Brass of the Salvation Army Agincourt Community Church. Tickets: Adults: $15; Families: $25. Children - 12 and under free.  Join us for a very special evening honoring Annette Brownlee and supporting our Refugee Sponsorship Program.
The Feast of Pentecost - Sunday, May 28 - with the Pans leading at 9.15 am and Annette preaching.
Easter Food Drive - Agincourt Community Services
Monetary gifts are being received now and through the Feast of Pentecost, May 28, for the Agincourt Community Services Food Bank. We encourage everyone to give generously.
Thank you, Annette
The Rev’d Dr. Annette Brownlee is retiring at Wycliffe College this year and, with that change, will be stepping back at St. Paul’s as of Pentecost Sunday, May 28. She has served here since 2009 and will be greatly missed. Join us on the evening of Saturday, May 27, and on Pentecost Sunday, May 28, when we will honor Annette for her dedicated service at St. Paul’s.
Youth Retreat, June 9-11 at Fairhavens Retreat Centre. Open to ages 13 to 18. Invite a friend and family! May 26 is the deadline for applications. For more information, email Sarah, splcyouthministry@gmail.com or register online at linktr.ee/splcyouth.
Swing into Summer Concert - Saturday, June 24, with the St. Paul's Steel Pan Orchestra and Gemini Pan Groove.
Grad Sunday - Sunday, June 25 - a combined service of the English, Tamil and Chinese congregations when we honor our high school, training school, college, and university graduates.
Summer Hours for the English Sunday Services - 8.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m., Sunday, June 25, through Sunday, September 3.
The International Food Fair is Back!
After a 3 year hiatus, the International Food Fair is returning on Saturday, July 15. This is a wonderful opportunity to taste foods of the world, prepared and presented by our own members. Please share the news with friends and relatives. Countries already participating are Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent and Zimbabwe. If you would like to participate in this exciting event, please contact either Anne Burnett or Keith Morris. All funds raised support activities within the Outreach program.
A Note from the Bursaries and Scholarship Committee: York-Scarborough Area Council 2023 Student Bursary are now available for students attending St. Paul’s Church L’Amoreaux. The applications should be submitted by the deadline Friday May 19th 2023 electronically and duly signed by Incumbent. Please contact the Church office (stpl@stpl.ca) for application form and details.
A Note from the Outreach Team: Calling all walkers. It’s that time again to get your walking shoes on and get into shape for our annual walk. Like last year we will have an actual walk on September 24, 2023, meeting at the church at 8:30 for a 9:00 start. If you still wish to maintain distance you can do your own walk at your pace in your favourite space. Pledge sheets will be available on line, from the office or on the table outside the office. Your love and support of our Outreach projects is greatly appreciated. Happy walking. Blessings, Kathy and the Outreach team.
Young Adult Fellowship - Saturday mornings.
The next meeting is Saturday, May 27. For more information, contact Fr. Dean.
A New Book from Arthur Boers: Arthur’s coming-of-age and coming-to-faith memoir has just been published! Shattered: A Son Picks Up the Pieces of His Father’s Rage (Eerdmans), explores being the child of immigrants and learn English as a second language, a vivid Christian faith already as a child, and his father’s dangerous PTSD that eventually focused dangerously on Arthur. If you would like to order one, you can email Arthur at info@arthurboers.com. You can specify whether you’d like it signed or personalized in some way. Arthur is selling the book for the Amazon-busting price of $25.
Interested in Volunteering with St. Paul’s? Have a passion for teaching the word of God to children? We’re looking for Sunday School teachers. Have great hospitality and organizational skills? We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Coordinator. For more information, please email Sarah at stpl@stpl.ca
2022 Income Tax Receipts Now Available
The 2022 Income Tax Receipts are now available.
2023 Envelopes Now Available
The 2023 church envelopes are now available at the church. A reminder that any envelope will do so long as it is marked with your name and Church Envelope #.
Friday Night Bible Study of the Acts in person and on Zoom The study is on the Acts of the Apostles, the 2nd half of Luke’s Gospel, using the study guide by N. T. Wright. Copies are available from Fr. Dean for $13.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/830877703
Telephone: 647-374 4685, or 647-558 0588; Meeting ID: 830 877 703
Regular Sunday Hours:
8.00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist
9.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
11.00 a.m. - replay on Zoom of 8.00 a.m. service
11.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
1.00 p.m. - Chinese service
3.00 p.m. - Tamil service
6.00 p.m. - Evening Prayer (in person and online)
Office Hours:
Tuesday - 10.00 am to 12.30 noon
Wednesday to Friday - 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 noon
Steel Pan Practice - Saturdays, 12.30 noon.
St. Paul’s Teen Basketball Clinic - Mondays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute - back in the double gym
St. Paul’s Children’s Basketball Clinic - as of October 17, Tuesdays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute
SPARC - Thursdays, 4.00 - 5.45 pm.
After School Tutoring Program, in Math and English, at 4 pm on Thursdays for children ages 6-12. Registration is at the Thursday classes. For more information, contact Kathy B.
Congratulations to Youth String Program
Thanks to all our young musicians and director Hayley Kim for another great season which featured performances at Anniversary Sunday, playing with the Scarborough Philharmonic Orchestra at the Holiday Concert, a performance on Black History and Easter Sunday, and last Saturday’s performance at Maytime Melodies. The program resumes in the Fall.
Adult Choir - practices, Saturdays, 4.00 p.m.
African Caribbean Dance & Movement Program - Saturday Mornings 10:30 - 11:45 am. Come and move your bodies in worship to the Lord. All ages welcome. For more information, contact Sarah at splcyouthministry@gmail.com
Adult ESL - Thursday and Saturday at 4.30 pm.
Altar Guild Members who attend the 11:15am service and are interested in joining the Altar Guild, please contact Valerie W.
Mission Trip & Safari to Tanzania: July 2023 - Fr. Kim Beard, leader.
For anyone interested (including families) in joining a group traveling to Tanzania from July 4-22nd, 2023. The Tanzania experience will include five days visiting and connecting with Anglicans in Tarime and Zanzibar, the chance to see and participate in a variety of development projects, safaris to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro National Park, and a week exploring Zanzibar island. If you would like more information please contact: the Reverend Canon Kim Beard at beard3300@rogers.com.
A Single "Church Service" Zoom Link for all church services
This new link applies to all English church services which are streamed on Zoom, for the replay of the Sunday recording, and including Evening Prayer on Sundays at 6.00 p.m. and Morning Prayer, Monday through Saturday:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86566347435?pwd=WnhpMDJQRkxjMEV3d2pMU0FCa0JuUT09
By Phone:
Meeting ID: 865 6634 7435
Passcode: 501805
647-374-4685
647-558-0588
War in Ukraine
For those wishing to contribute to refugee relief, The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations to support those displaced by the war in Ukraine, here:
www.toronto.anglican.ca/news/pwrdf-accepts-donations-for-ukrainian-refugees/. Our Outreach Committee donated $2000 to refugee relief program.
Online Calendar
The full schedule of in-person and online services and programs can be found on the online church calendar - www.stpl.ca/calendar.html - or here: www.stpl.ca/services.html.
S.P.Y. - St. Paul’s Youth - Friday nights at 7 pm. Contact Sarah for more information: splcyouthministry@gmail.com.
Thank you for your Faithful Gifts and Offerings - St. Paul’s is a strong parish and remained so throughout 2022 due to everyone’s faithful support at a time when never has it been more important.
Gifts can be dropped off at the church or sent by mail. Kindly ensure that your name and envelope number is included. Or, members may wish to sign up for the Pre-Authorized Giving Program (contact the office). Members who use online banking can now make E-transfers (instructions here: www.stpl.ca/give.html). Gifts can also be made at our website through CanadaHelps: www.stpl.ca/give.html
NOTE: Of the various means for online giving, we recommend The Pre-Authorized Giving Program. It is regular, matching the regular responsibilities of the parish, and once initiated all it takes is a phone call or quick e-mail note to increase, decrease, or cancel the donation. The monthly amount is withdrawn on the 20th of each month, and the cost to the church is 50 cents per transaction, irrespective of the amount of the gift. This makes the PAG the most economical of all methods of giving.
Contact - The clergy of St. Paul’s are permitted once again to visit in homes. Don’t hesitate to call or write.
Website: www.stpl.ca; Church phone: 416-499-1545; Email: stpl@stpl.ca;
Fr. Dean Mercer: deanmercer@hotmail.com;
Rectory phone: 416-497-6352.

The Lord is Risen.  He is Risen indeed.  Happy Easter
​

A Prayer for the King on Coronation Day
Almighty God, the fountain of all goodness, bless our Sovereign Lord, King Charles, and all who are in authority under him; that they may order all things in wisdom and equity, righteousness and peace, to the honour and glory of your name and the good of your Church and people; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.  (The Church of England)
Upcoming
*Maytime Melodies - this evening (Saturday, May 6) at 6.30 pm.  Our annual recital of parish musicians with some wonderful new treats.  Admission by donation - in support of the Outreach Program.
*This Sunday - the visit of The Rev’d Carol Shih before she begins her curacy at St. Timothy’s, North Toronto.
*Mother’s Day, May 14, Rajini Lyman preaching.
*Praise on Steel City wide pan concert, Saturday May 20, at the Malvern Christian Assembly,   6705 Sheppard Avenue, East.  Featuring eight bans and including Gemini Groove and the St. Paul’s Steel Band.  Tickets: Seniors/children - $20.  Adults - $35 pre-ordered or $40 at the door.
*Saturday, May 27 - A Service Honoring Annette Brownlee and Supporting our New Friends - featuring the Salvation Army Brass of the Salvation Army Agincourt Community Church.  Tickets: Adults: $15; Families: $25.  Join us for a very special evening honoring Annette Brownlee and supporting our new friends, Sanaz and Aliezra, whose reunion in Canada we have co-sponsored.
*The Feast of Pentecost - Sunday, May 28 - with the Pans leading at 9.15 am and Annette preaching.
Hope is in the air this Easter Season at St. Paul’s.
Easter Food Drive - Agincourt Community Services
Monetary gifts are being received now and through the Feast of Pentecost, May 28, for the Agincourt Community Services Food Bank. We encourage everyone to give generously.
Thank you, Annette
The Rev’d Dr. Annette Brownlee is retiring at Wycliffe College this year and, with that change, will be stepping back at St. Paul’s as of Pentecost Sunday, May 28.  She has served here since 2009 and will be greatly missed.  Join us on the evening of Saturday, May 27, when we will honor Annette for her dedicated service at St. Paul’s.
Youth Retreat, June 9-11 at Fairhavens Retreat Centre. Open to ages 13 to 18.  Invite a friend and family!  For more information, email Sarah, splcyouthministry@gmail.com or register online at linktr.ee/splcyouth.
A Note from the Bursaries and Scholarship Committee: York-Scarborough Area Council 2023 Student Bursary are now available for students attending St. Paul’s Church L’Amoreaux. The applications should be submitted by the deadline Friday May 19th 2023 electronically and duly signed by Incumbent. Please contact the Church office (stpl@stpl.ca) for application form and details.
A Note from the Outreach Team: Calling all walkers. It’s that time again to get your walking shoes on and get into shape for our annual walk. Like last year we will have an actual walk on September 24, 2023,  meeting at the church at 8:30 for a 9:00 start.  If you still wish to maintain distance you can do your own walk at your pace in your favourite space. Pledge sheets will be available on line, from the office or on the table outside the office. Your love and support of our Outreach projects is greatly appreciated.  Happy walking.  Blessings, Kathy and the Outreach team.
What Comes Next? - an invitation to young adults in the parish to a study of What Comes Next? By Bishop Tom Wright on building a mature foundation for the Christian life - Saturdays at 10am in the Boundy Room. For more information, contact Fr. Dean.  Next meeting: May 13.
A New Book from Arthur Boers: Arthur’s coming-of-age and coming-to-faith memoir has just been published! Shattered: A Son Picks Up the Pieces of His Father’s Rage (Eerdmans), explores being the child of immigrants and learn English as a second language, a vivid Christian faith already as a child, and his father’s dangerous PTSD that eventually focused dangerously on Arthur. If you would like to order one, you can email Arthur at info@arthurboers.com. You can specify whether you’d like it signed or personalized in some way. Arthur is selling the book for the Amazon-busting price of $25.
Interested in Volunteering with St. Paul’s?  Have a passion for teaching the word of God to children?  We’re looking for Sunday School teachers.  Have great hospitality and organizational skills?  We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Coordinator.  For more information, please email Sarah at stpl@stpl.ca
2022 Income Tax Receipts Now Available
The 2022 Income Tax Receipts are now available.
2023 Envelopes Now Available
The 2023 church envelopes are now available at the church. A reminder that any envelope will do so long as it is marked with your name and Church Envelope #.
Friday Night Bible Study of the Acts in person and on Zoom The study is on the Acts of the Apostles, the 2nd half of Luke’s Gospel, using the study guide by N. T. Wright.  Copies are available from Fr. Dean for $13.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/830877703
Telephone: 647-374 4685, or 647-558 0588; Meeting ID: 830 877 703
Regular Sunday Hours:
 8.00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist
 9.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 11.00 a.m. - replay on Zoom of 8.00 a.m. service
 11.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 1.00 p.m. - Chinese service
 3.00 p.m. - Tamil service
 6.00 p.m. - Evening Prayer (in person and online)
Office Hours:
 Tuesday - 10.00 am to 12.30 noon
 Wednesday to Friday - 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 noon
Steel Pan Practice - Saturdays, 12.30 noon.
St. Paul’s Teen Basketball Clinic - Mondays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute - back in the double gym
St. Paul’s Children’s Basketball Clinic - as of October 17, Tuesdays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute
SPARC - Thursdays, 4.00 - 5.45 pm.
After School Tutoring Program, in Math and English, at 4 pm on Thursdays for children ages 6-12.  Registration is at the Thursday classes.  For more information, contact Kathy B.
Adult Choir - practices, Saturdays, 4.00 p.m.
African Caribbean Dance & Movement Program - Saturday Mornings 10:30 - 11:45 am.  Come and move your bodies in worship to the Lord.  All ages welcome.  For more information, contact Sarah at splcyouthministry@gmail.com
Youth Music Program:
African Dance Program - Saturdays at 10.30 a.m..
Pan practices - Saturdays at 12.30 noon.
The string program - Saturdays, at 4.30 pm. 
For more information, contact Sarah M., Sylbert G., or David Mc.
Adult ESL - Thursday and Saturday at 4.30 pm.
Altar Guild Members who attend the 11:15am service and are interested in joining the Altar Guild, please contact Valerie W.
Mission Trip & Safari to Tanzania: July 2023 - Fr. Kim Beard, leader.
For anyone interested (including families) in joining a group traveling to Tanzania from July 4-22nd, 2023. The Tanzania experience will include five days visiting and connecting with Anglicans in Tarime and Zanzibar, the chance to see and participate in a variety of development projects, safaris to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro National Park, and a week exploring Zanzibar island.  If you would like more information please contact: the Reverend Canon Kim Beard at beard3300@rogers.com.
A Single “Church Service” Zoom Link for all church services
This new link applies to all English church services which are streamed on Zoom, for the replay of the Sunday recording, and including Evening Prayer on Sundays at 6.00 p.m. and Morning Prayer, Monday through Saturday:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86566347435?pwd=WnhpMDJQRkxjMEV3d2pMU0FCa0JuUT09
By Phone:
Meeting ID: 865 6634 7435
Passcode: 501805
647-374-4685
647-558-0588
War in Ukraine
For those wishing to contribute to refugee relief, The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations to support those displaced by the war in Ukraine, here:
www.toronto.anglican.ca/news/pwrdf-accepts-donations-for-ukrainian-refugees/. Our Outreach Committee donated $2000 to refugee relief program.
Online Calendar
The full schedule of in-person and online services and programs can be found on the online church calendar - www.stpl.ca/calendar.html - or here: www.stpl.ca/services.html.
S.P.Y. - St. Paul’s Youth - Friday nights at 7 pm.  Contact Sarah for more information: splcyouthministry@gmail.com.
Thank you for your Faithful Gifts and Offerings - St. Paul’s is a strong parish and remained so throughout 2022 due to everyone’s faithful support at a time when never has it been more important.
Gifts can be dropped off at the church or sent by mail. Kindly ensure that your name and envelope number is included. Or, members may wish to sign up for the Pre-Authorized Giving Program (contact the office). Members who use online banking can now make E-transfers (instructions here: www.stpl.ca/give.html). Gifts can also be made at our website through CanadaHelps: www.stpl.ca/give.html
NOTE: Of the various means for online giving, we recommend The Pre-Authorized Giving Program. It is regular, matching the regular responsibilities of the parish, and once initiated all it takes is a phone call or quick e-mail note to increase, decrease, or cancel the donation. The monthly amount is withdrawn on the 20th of each month, and the cost to the church is 50 cents per transaction, irrespective of the amount of the gift. This makes the PAG the most economical of all methods of giving.
Contact - The clergy of St. Paul’s are permitted once again to visit in homes. Don’t hesitate to call or write.
Website: www.stpl.ca; Church phone: 416-499-1545; Email: stpl@stpl.ca;
Fr. Dean Mercer: deanmercer@hotmail.com;
Rectory phone: 416-497-6352.

The Lord is Risen.  He is Risen indeed.  Happy Easter
ITEMS
by Fr. Dean
*A bad cold knocked out the editor on Sunday, but better late than never for the news because it was a great week at St. Paul’s.
*On Friday morning, a lovely wedding for Pauline and Lascelles.  Saturday morning marked the glorious homecoming for Lance Bloomfield and, fittingly, a day to pay tribute to the faithfulness and dedication of his wife and family.  In both cases it was moving for me to watch the parish offering its full support, long before and long after each occasion.
*On Saturday night was the African Sounds of Praise service, hosted by the three parishes of Nativity Malvern, St. George Yonge Street, and St. Paul L’Amoreaux.  In all three congregations we have new friends from the African diaspora.  For its own sake, an Easter festival of praise with an African accent was planned.  But also, a chance for us to see and explore what opportunities the Lord may be opening, individually and together.  It was a thrilling evening, with wonderful singing, dancing, testimonies and preaching.  As a first effort, I thought it was realistic to expect about 90 people.  Over 120 came, and together we experienced the joy of Africa and the hope for what’s to come.
Specifically, at St. Paul’s this has already flowered in the West Indian/African Dance and Movement program - who performed in spectacular style on Saturday night - and the continuation of the monthly Immigrant Support Program renamed in loving memory of Timothy and Tervor Adzua seeking to build on their legacy of kindness and service to new immigrants.
And together, the three congregations are committed to two more African Praise services in the other two churches with thoughts already turning about the formation of an African Diaspora Choir.  We wait and see where the Lord will lead.
*On Sunday, a happy morning as the parish welcomed the newly weds and marked a very special birthday.
*And a glorious climax at the Cathedral for the ordination to the diaconate of Carol Shih, which can be viewed here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrvbecwSSJE
Happily, she will be attending and participating at St. Paul’s at 9.15 a.m. and 11.15 a.m. this coming Sunday, May 7.
*And once you’ve finished that video, here’s another one to enjoy - a well done recording of last weekend’s Easter Bajanai by our Tamil Congregation, :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NE7y3qDEygA
With these notable events in the month to come:
*Maytime Melodies, our annual springtime parish recital, this Saturday, May 6, at 6.30 pm.  Admission by donation.  All proceeds to the Outreach Program.
*The visit of The Rev’d Carol Shih next Sunday, May 7.
*Mother’s Day, May 14, Rajini Lyman preaching.
*Praise on Steel City wide pan concert, Saturday May 20, at the Malvern Christian Assembly,   6705 Sheppard Avenue, East.  Featuring eight bans and including Gemini Groove and the St. Paul’s Steel Band.  Tickets: Seniors/children - $20.  Adults - $35 pre-ordered or $40 at the door.
*Saturday, May 27 - A Service Honoring Annette Brownlee and Supporting our New Friends - featuring the Salvation Army Brass of the Salvation Army Agincourt Community Church.  Tickets: Adults: $15; Families: $25.  Join us for a very special evening honoring Annette Brownlee and supporting our new friends, Sanaz and Aliezra, whose reunion in Canada we have co-sponsored.
*Sunday, May 28 - Pentecost - with the Pans leading at 9.15 am and Annette preaching.
Hope is in the air this Easter Season at St. Paul’s.
 *****
Easter Food Drive - Agincourt Community Services
Monetary gifts are being received now and through the Feast of Pentecost, May 28, for the Agincourt Community Services Food Bank. We encourage everyone to give generously.
Thank you, Annette
The Rev’d Dr. Annette Brownlee is retiring at Wycliffe College this year and, with that change, will be stepping back at St. Paul’s as of Pentecost Sunday, May 28.  She has served here since 2009 and will be greatly missed.  Join us on the evening of Saturday, May 27, when we will honor Annette for her desdicated service at St. Paul’s.
Youth Retreat, June 9- 11 at Fairhavens Retreat Centre. Open to ages 13 to 18.  Invite a friend and family!  For more information, email Sarah, splcyouthministry@gmail.com or register online at linktr.ee/splcyouth.
A Note from the Bursaries and Scholarship Committee: York-Scarborough Area Council 2023 Student Bursary are now available for students attending St. Paul’s Church L’Amoreaux. The applications should be submitted by the deadline Friday May 19th 2023 electronically and duly signed by Incumbent. Please contact the Church office (stpl@stpl.ca) for application form and details.
A Note from the Outreach Team: Calling all walkers. It’s that time again to get your walking shoes on and get into shape for our annual walk. Like last year we will have an actual walk on September 24, 2023,  meeting at the church at 8:30 for a 9:00 start.  If you still wish to maintain distance you can do your own walk at your pace in your favourite space. Pledge sheets will be available on line, from the office or on the table outside the office. Your love and support of our Outreach projects is greatly appreciated.  Happy walking.  Blessings, Kathy and the Outreach team.
What Comes Next? - an invitation to young adults in the parish to a study of What Comes Next? By Bishop Tom Wright on building a mature foundation for the Christian life - Saturdays at 10am in the Boundy Room. For more information, contact Fr. Dean.  Next meeting: May 6.
A New Book from Arthur Boers: Arthur’s coming-of-age and coming-to-faith memoir has just been published! Shattered: A Son Picks Up the Pieces of His Father’s Rage (Eerdmans), explores being the child of immigrants and learn English as a second language, a vivid Christian faith already as a child, and his father’s dangerous PTSD that eventually focused dangerously on Arthur. In the near future, we will schedule times for Arthur to sell his books at church. If you would like to order one, you can email Arthur at info@arthurboers.com. You can specify whether you’d like it signed or personalized in some way. Arthur is selling the book for the Amazon-busting price of $25. Arthur says this is his best, most important, and most beautiful book yet. As you might imagine, it’s filled with stories.
Interested in Volunteering with St. Paul’s?  Have a passion for teaching the word of God to children?  We’re looking for Sunday School teachers.  Have great hospitality and organizational skills?  We’re on the hunt for a Kitchen Coordinator.  For more information, please email Sarah at stpl@stpl.ca
2022 Income Tax Receipts Now Available
The 2022 Income Tax Receipts are now available.
2023 Envelopes Now Available
The 2023 church envelopes are now available at the church. A reminder that any envelope will do so long as it is marked with your name and Church Envelope #.
Friday Night Bible Study of the Acts in person and on Zoom The study is on the Acts of the Apostles, the 2nd half of Luke’s Gospel, using the study guide by N. T. Wright.  Copies are available from Fr. Dean for $13.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/830877703
Telephone: 647-374 4685, or 647-558 0588; Meeting ID: 830 877 703
Regular Sunday Hours:
 8.00 a.m. - Holy Eucharist
 9.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 11.00 a.m. - replay on Zoom of 8.00 a.m. service
 11.15 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Sunday School
 1.00 p.m. - Chinese service
 3.00 p.m. - Tamil service
 6.00 p.m. - Evening Prayer (in person and online)
Office Hours:
 Tuesday - 10.00 am to 12.30 noon
 Wednesday to Friday - 8.30 a.m. to 12.30 noon
Steel Pan Practice - Saturdays, 12.30 noon.
St. Paul’s Teen Basketball Clinic - Mondays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute - back in the double gym
St. Paul’s Children’s Basketball Clinic - as of October 17, Tuesdays, 6.00 p.m., L’Amoreaux Collegiate Institute
SPARC - Thursdays, 4.00 - 5.45 pm.
After School Tutoring Program, in Math and English, at 4 pm on Thursdays for children ages 6-12.  Registration is at the Thursday classes.  For more information, contact Kathy B.
Adult Choir - practices, Saturdays, 4.00 p.m.
African Caribbean Dance & Movement Program - Saturday Mornings 10:30 - 11:45 am.  Come and move your bodies in worship to the Lord.  All ages welcome.  For more information, contact Sarah at splcyouthministry@gmail.com
Youth Music Program:
African Dance Program - Saturdays at 10.30 a.m..
Pan practices - Saturdays at 12.30 noon.
The string program - Saturdays, at 4.30 pm. 
For more information, contact Sarah M., Sylbert G., or David Mc.
Adult ESL - Thursday and Saturday at 4.30 pm.
Altar Guild Members who attend the 11:15am service and are interested in joining the Altar Guild, please contact Valerie W.
Mission Trip & Safari to Tanzania: July 2023 - Fr. Kim Beard, leader.
For anyone interested (including families) in joining a group traveling to Tanzania from July 4-22nd, 2023. The Tanzania experience will include five days visiting and connecting with Anglicans in Tarime and Zanzibar, the chance to see and participate in a variety of development projects, safaris to the Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro National Park, and a week exploring Zanzibar island.  If you would like more information please contact: the Reverend Canon Kim Beard at beard3300@rogers.com.
A Single “Church Service” Zoom Link for all church services
This new link applies to all English church services which are streamed on Zoom, for the replay of the Sunday recording, and including Evening Prayer on Sundays at 6.00 p.m. and Morning Prayer, Monday through Saturday:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86566347435?pwd=WnhpMDJQRkxjMEV3d2pMU0FCa0JuUT09
By Phone:
Meeting ID: 865 6634 7435
Passcode: 501805
647-374-4685
647-558-0588
War in Ukraine
For those wishing to contribute to refugee relief, The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations to support those displaced by the war in Ukraine, here:
www.toronto.anglican.ca/news/pwrdf-accepts-donations-for-ukrainian-refugees/. Our Outreach Committee donated $2000 to refugee relief program.
Online Calendar
The full schedule of in-person and online services and programs can be found on the online church calendar - www.stpl.ca/calendar.html - or here: www.stpl.ca/services.html.
S.P.Y. - St. Paul’s Youth - Friday nights at 7 pm.  Contact Sarah for more information: splcyouthministry@gmail.com.
Thank you for your Faithful Gifts and Offerings - St. Paul’s is a strong parish and remained so throughout 2022 due to everyone’s faithful support at a time when never has it been more important.
Gifts can be dropped off at the church or sent by mail. Kindly ensure that your name and envelope number is included. Or, members may wish to sign up for the Pre-Authorized Giving Program (contact the office). Members who use online banking can now make E-transfers (instructions here: www.stpl.ca/give.html). Gifts can also be made at our website through CanadaHelps: www.stpl.ca/give.html
NOTE: Of the various means for online giving, we recommend The Pre-Authorized Giving Program. It is regular, matching the regular responsibilities of the parish, and once initiated all it takes is a phone call or quick e-mail note to increase, decrease, or cancel the donation. The monthly amount is withdrawn on the 20th of each month, and the cost to the church is 50 cents per transaction, irrespective of the amount of the gift. This makes the PAG the most economical of all methods of giving.
Contact - The clergy of St. Paul’s are permitted once again to visit in homes. Don’t hesitate to call or write.
Website: www.stpl.ca; Church phone: 416-499-1545; Email: stpl@stpl.ca;
Fr. Dean Mercer: deanmercer@hotmail.com;
Rectory phone: 416-497-6352.