Collect Newsletter

2008

2008

April 2008: Prayers and Intercessions. Download issue.

March 2008: The Word: Hearing and Responding. Download issue.

February 2008: Gathering. Download issue.

January 2008: Preparation. Download issue.

2007

December 2007:
“Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?" Download issue.

November 2007: “Will you continue in ... the prayers?” Download issue.

October 2007: “[Will you] strive for justice and peace?” Download issue.

September 2007: “[Will you] love your neighbor as yourself?” Download issue.

July 2007: “[Will you] respect the dignity of every human being?” Download issue.

June 2007: “[Will you continue] in the breaking of the bread?” Download issue.

May 2007: “Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship?” Download issue.

April 2007: “Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior? ... Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love? ... Do you promise to follow and obey him as your Lord?” Download issue.

March 2007: “Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God? ... Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? ... Do you renounce all sinful desires that draw you from the love of God?” Download issue.

February 2007: "Whenever you fall into sin, will you repent and return to the Lord?" Download issue.

January 2007: "Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons?" Download issue.

2006

December 2006: Includes "Holy Waiting," information about Christmas at St. Thomas, a profile of Associate for Liturgical Arts Dent Davidson, book reviews, poems and reflections on Advent and Christmas, and more. Download issue.

November 2006: Includes "The Door Cannot Be Shut," details on our Hopelink Thanksgiving dinner, a reflection on death and resurrection, stewardship as storytelling, and more. Download issue.

October 2006: "The Secret of Giving," an invitation to the Ministry Fair, a reflection on the desert fathers and mothers, a challenge to all of us in ministry, and more. Download issue.

September 2006: Includes "The Body in Pain," updates on Tent City IV and the dental van, information on changes in parish nursing at St. Thomas, and more. Download issue.

July 2006: Includes articles on Benedictine and Franciscan spirituality, the search for a new bishop, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Download issue.

June 2006: Describes plans for St. Thomas School expansion, Ignatian spirituality and "Bilbo and Kermit: Vessels of the Holy Spirit?"  Download issue.

May 2006: Includes "A Talk with a Tall Priest," "Lilacs and Water," and a summary of the vestry retreat. Download issue.

April 2006: This issue's themes are Easter and National Poetry month. Read poems by parishioners, staff, and others. Download issue.

March 2006: Includes "Living in Hope: A Jerusalem Journey," "Chaplain's Report from the VA Hospital," "Saints – Companions for the Journey" and "The Mugwump." Download issue.

February 2006: Includes biographies of candidates for the Vestry and Annual Convention. Download issue.

January 2006: This issue's theme is Epiphany and transitions. Download issue.

2005

December 2005: Articles about Assisi, St. George's College in Jerusalem, the Fremont Public Association, and spiritual direction. Download issue.

November 2005:  This month's theme is "All Saints." Articles include "Kingdom Economics," "Finding Community in the Catacombs," "The Transforming Power of Icons," and updates from Tanzania and Uganda. Download issue.

October 2005: Articles include "Caring Connections: New Identity for Pastoral Care Network," "Improving Healthcare in Dar es Salaam," and "Strategic Plan for 2010 Revised." Download issue.

September 2005: What it means to practice the hospitality of God. Download issue.

May 2005: All about evangelism. Download issue.

April 2005:  Our April issue discusses Mystagogia. You'll have to read on to find out what it's all about. Download issue.

March 2005: Learn more about the many ministries of St. Thomas both within and outside our community. Download issue.

February 2005: "Helping Kids Catch the Faith," "Church is for All Ages," and spiritual cinema. Download issue.

January 2005: Celebrating Epiphany and making resolutions. Download issue.

Submitting to The Collect

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