



Events
You can view our complete calendar HERE for all scheduled events and activities.
FEBRUARY
Sunday, February 16 - Celebrating the Feast of Absalom Jones
At morning worship St. Peter's will celebrate the Feast of Absalom Jones, the first black priest in the Episcopal Church and the founder of The African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas in Philadelphia. In the spirit of Absalom Jones and his legacy, we will take up a special collection for the Absalom Jones Fund, which helps support Episcopal Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Contribution envelopes will be available at the church entrances on Sunday. Make checks payable to St. Peter's with "Absalom Jones donation" on the memo line. Click HERE to donate electronically and to learn more about Absalom Jones' life and legacy.
Sunday, February 16 - Adult Forum
Parishioner Deborah Way MD will discuss "The What's and How's of Advance Care Planning" this Sunday, Februray 16, at 11:30 in the Parish Hall. She will also provide basic tools for participants to use in their own planning. Until her retirement in 2023, Deborah served as the Director of Palliative Care at the Philadelphia VA.
Wednesday, February 19 - Lunch Club
The next Lunch Club gathering is scheduled for Wednesday, February 19 at 11 a.m. in the Parish Hall. For more information and to RSVP, contact Kate Boyce at yellowkab1@gmail.com. Lunch Club is St. Peter's monthly luncheon, where we enjoy delicious meals and fellowship. A free-will donation for the meal is greatly appreciated.
Saturday, February 22 - Trivia Night
Enjoy a night of teamwork and educated guessing, on multiple categories from music to sports. Sign your team up to win amazing prizes. Pick a theme and look the part! Bring your own snacks and drinks (alcohol limited to beer and wine only). Mark your calendars and make sure to secure your teams' table at this event. The costs are $20 per person or $150 per table. Proceeds will go toward growing our church ministries. Click HERE to register your team. If you have any questions, please contact the event organizer, Tim Voit at tvoit@thomastonmills.com.
Sunday, February 23 - Health Care Check-in
The pastoral care team is offering a free health-check forum run by certified health professionals on February 23, following morning service. You will be able to have your blood pressure screened (and bring your home cuff and compare it with our manual cuff to ensure accuracy). You can also bring in your medications (including over-the-counter and supplements) to be assessed by our team. They can review them with you for safety and effectiveness.
MARCH
Tuesday, March 4 - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and Talent Show
Prepare for Lent during our annual pancake dinner and talent show on Tuesday, March 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Make Lenten resolutions, eat pancakes, and enjoy parishioner performances. Click HERE to sign up if you wish to participate in the talent show, volunteer to be a pancake flipper, or be program helper. Suggested donations are: $10.00/adult, $5.00/children, or $20.00/family and will be collected at the door. Proceeds will benefit parish programming.
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, May 10 - Charlie Zahm Concert
Charlie Zahm, known for his traditional Irish and Scottish Celtic music, will be performing along with Tad Marks on the fiddle at St. Peter's on May 10 at 7:00 p.m.. Details to follow. Learn more about Charlie Zahm HERE.