Upcoming Events
See further down for our list of announcements.
Christmas at St. Thomas
We’re excited to share our full schedule of Christmas services and special events happening this month! From family gatherings and candlelight services to moments of quiet reflection, there’s something for everyone as we prepare to celebrate the hope and joy of Christmas.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Christmas Caroling Hay Ride – December 19, 6PM
You're invited to join us on Friday, the 19th for a joyful evening of Christmas caroling on a hayride through the streets of Brooklin! Bundle up, bring your singing voice, and help us spread Christmas cheer throughout our community. Please see the sign-up sheet in the Gathering Space.
We’re now on Instagram!
Follow us at @stthomasbrooklin for photos, updates, and a closer look at life in our community.
Not on Instagram? Don’t worry — we’ll still be sharing here on Facebook too!
Instagram is just another great place to stay connected!
Christmas Flower Dedications
If you are interested in donating towards Christmas Flowers. Donations can be given in memory or in thanksgiving of loved ones. Please pick an envelope from the Gathering Space and make a donation by cash cheque or e-transfer (treasurer.stthomasbrooklin@gmail.com) to St Thomas Anglican Church. Please note for e-transfers, to include your dedication in the note section.
Our Fall Food Drive Continues!
Our Fall Food Drive has been in full swing for several weeks, and we’re grateful for the generosity shown so far. As we give thanks for the many blessings we enjoy during this season, we invite you to continue remembering those in our community experiencing food insecurity. Last year we collected an impressive 110 bags of food during October and November—let’s keep the momentum going and see if we can meet or even exceed that total this year! Reusable bags and lists of most-needed items are available in the Gathering Space. Please consider taking a bag, or using one from home, filling it with non-perishable food or hygiene items, and returning it to the church. All donations will support the All Saints’ Deacon’s Cupboard Food Bank in Whitby. Thank you for helping make a difference in our community!
Announcements
The Newest Edition of the Grapevine!
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Office Hours
Mondays: CLOSED
Tuesdays: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fridays: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Our office is closed on most statutory holidays, including: New Year’s Day, Family Day, Easter Monday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, August Civic Holiday, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
Has Your Information Changed?
We are currently working on updating our parish list. If you’ve moved, have a different e-mail address or phone number you’d like us to use. Please call, (905) 655-3883, or email the office.
Mabel’s Labels Fundraiser
We have a new ongoing fundraiser with Mabel’s Labels. They provide customs for clothing, school supplies, etc. Select “St Thomas’ Brooklin” before you make your purchase and 20% will be donated back towards the church. You can shop here.
Altar Flower Dedications
If you would like to dedicate flowers in memory or thanksgiving of loved ones, envelopes labelled as Altar Flowers can be found in the Gathering Space of the church. Please complete the dedication and enclose $60. Once completed, the envelopes can be placed in the offering plate or dropped off at the office.
Volunteers Wanted!
As we continue to re-boot ministries, there are several volunteer opportunities for which we’re looking for parishioners to become involved:
Sides-people & greeters
Hosting coffee hour
Chancel guild (setting up for Sunday worship)
Readers & intercessors
Singing in the choir
And many others!
Please phone or email the office if you’d like to get involved in one of the above roles. If there’s another area you’d like to become involved, you can contact the office and Fr. Douglas will follow up with you.