Facilities Rental:
The lower church hall (kitchen facilities, seats 80) is available for rental by arrangement with the Rector, and in accordance with Diocesan regulations (no smoking or alcohol).

Rector The Rev. Neil Gordon

Assistant The Rev. Lori Calkins

Honorary Assistant The Rev. Bruce Aylard

Parish Secretary Judy Purkis

Holy Baptism
The celebration of the rite of Holy Baptism is the welcoming of a person or persons into the body of Christ. The rite requires preparation by both the community and the candidates, and services of baptism typically take place four times a year, during special seasons of the Church.

Confirmation
These classes are held periodically and address all aspects of the Christian faith as practiced in the Anglican tradition. Confirmation is for those 14 years and up (including adults) interested in reaffirming their baptismal vows.

Marriage
A ministry of preparation for those contemplating marriage within the Anglican Church is available through St. Thomas’. Weddings may be performed by arrangement with the clergy, and additional features, such as choir or worship band, may also be requested.

Funeral Services
Anglican funeral rites are available at or through St Thomas’, by arrangement with the clergy. St. Thomas’ works closely with funeral directors in the area to facilitate the planning of funerals and the care of those who mourn.

Cemetery
St. Thomas’ has its own cemetery at Colchester, currently a quiet rural area four miles south of Sherwood Park. Please direct inquiries about our cemetery to the church office.

Leadership Committees
Corporation 2006-07:
(see also http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/pdf/canon59.pdf)

Corporation is made up of the Rector, the Rector’s Warden and the People’s Warden. This body is responsible for proper conduct of regular parish worship, management of parish finances, maintenance of parish property and interaction with the Bishop and Diocese. The Deputy People’s Warden may meet with Corporation but may not vote on any matter required to be decided by Corporation. Corporation is accountable to and must report to Vestry.

Members for (May) 2006-07 are
* Rector’s Warden: David Holehouse
* People’s Warden: Linda Campbell
* Deputy People’s Warden: Betty Hopfner

Vestry:
(see also http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/pdf/canon59.pdf)

Vestry consists of the Rector and associate clergy, the Wardens, lay delegates to Diocesan Synod, and any other members as directed by parishioners. Vestry’s job is to advise and direct Corporation on matters relating to the functioning of the parish, except where exceptionally large expenditures would require referral to a meeting of parishioners for a decision. Vestry supports and assists the Rector and other staff in their duties, and ensures an annual budget is presented to parishioners for approval. From September to June, Vestry meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month, and are open to parishioners who wish to observe.

Members for (May) 2006-07 are Clergy, Corporation and
* Synod Delegate: Lesley Tarrant Belcourt
* Synod Delegate: Pat Poscente
* Synod Delegate: Jim Tyerman
* Synod Delegate: Gordon Weighell
* Synod Delegate: (Alt) Laureta Blondin
* Treasurer: Dorothy and Franklin Foster
* Maintenance Chair: Gene Miskiw
* Stewardship Chair: Ruth Ramey
* Vestry Clerk: Judy Purkis

Parish Treasurer
(see also http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/pdf/canon59.pdf)
The Parish Treasurer is a position required by Diocesan law. Duties are to assist the Wardens in the handling of offerings and contributions, to keep parish accounts, and to assist with related financial matters.