“The resurrection completes the inauguration of God’s kingdom. . . . It is the decisive event demonstrating that God’s kingdom really has been launched on earth as it is in heaven.”
― N. T. Wright
Dear Friends
We are continuing in-person worship, masks may still be worn. If you feel unwell or are uncomfortable coming to church, please join our Zoom as you are able.
My mask protects you and your mask protects me.
Zoom Service at 10:30 AM
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5805588254
Meeting ID: 580 558 8254 Passcode: Fellowship
Our website is up and running. Please check it out.
Website: stbenshr.church
‘So then, here we have people who failed to stand up to the Jews when Christ was alive, and yet no sooner was Christ dead and buried, than they take on the whole world. How can this be unless Christ rose from the dead, talked with them and put fresh heart into them?’ (John Chrysostom)
A Prayer for Ukraine:
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment, and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all we pray for your precious children, that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, Amen (Archbishop Justin Welby)
In our prayers this week let us give thanks for our many blessings, and continue to pray for our neighbours, friends and family.
Let us continue to pray for the post-flood restoration work in BC and particularly for the ministry of Christ Church, Hope, B.C.
May we remain mindful of the struggles and the conflicts in our own country and pray for wisdom in resolving them.
Let us also intentionally uphold in prayer the various crises in our world, that the Lord would redeem our brokenness through His love and bring healing to our world.
There are still some nasty germs around; Covid, flu and colds. Over the past few weeks some of our congregation have been stricken with one or the other. Please be careful and take the usual protective measures.
Announcements:
Church Roof: If you have driven by the church this week you will have noticed the roofing project. Very exciting!
Wednesday Mid-week service: Some interest has been expressed in resuming a mid-week service of Holy Communion. Please contact one of the Wardens if you would appreciate this. 10:30 AM service time.
Ladies Bible Study- Thursdays at 10am, in the church hall. Call Norma Schofield at 587 363 3634 for more info.
‘Prayer and Worship’ Thursday, May 19th 7pm. at Christ Church, Millarville. All are invited.
Prayer Chain requests welcome and updates appreciated and are of great encouragement. Contact Elaine at [email protected]
Rev Haydn continues to have office hours at the church Wednesday and Friday from approximately 10 AM to 3 PM. Helen is in the office from 10-12 on Wednesdays.
Please contact the Wardens with any concerns and good news!
Rector’s Warden: Liz Sutherland: 403 601 6952 C
People’s warden: Pat Reid: 403 652 2021
Church office: 403-652-2271 Email: [email protected]
Offerings by e-transfer via [email protected]
Website: stbenshr.church
“The message of Easter is that God’s new world has been unveiled in Jesus Christ and that you’re now invited to belong to it.” ― N. T. Wright
