21 SEPTEMBER 2016


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Keith's Inkling
Sunday September 25, 2016
   9 AM Adult Discipleship Classes
   9 AM K-5 Sunday School (Upstairs)
10 AM Coffee Fellowship (Common Grounds)
10:30 AM Worship Service
11:45 AM Afterglow Coffee (Welcome Center)
12 PM Congregational Information Forum (Common Grounds)

Healing Service this Sunday in Morning Worship.

An Information Forum This Sunday
This Sunday after worship we will have a congregational information forum in Common Grounds to discuss the Session's emerging plans for adaptations to our Sunday morning schedule and worship format here at St. Giles.  An outline of our discussion is available at the church already.  Look for the yellow sheets.  Come and join in!
 
Suggesting Names For Elder Nominees
The Nominating Team will be meeting soon to prepare a list of nominees for consideration as Elders.  Do you see people in our church who would make good leaders, and whose lives demonstrate the gospel?  Please mention them to someone on the Nominating Team.  It would help, too, if you were to add a note about why you think that person is particularly qualified.

Give your suggestions to any of the Team members: Robin Edwards, Larry Harrison, Annette Irving, Emily Masloff, or Larry Yancey.  Please do not ask the person if he or she is willing to serve - that is the Nominating Team's job.  Thanks, and let's be praying for God's chosen leaders to be called forth!
 

Explore God: Week 3
We've been talking about it, planning, and praying, and now it's underway: Explore God.  Our seven week evangelistic outreach will continue through October 23.  The most exciting part is that we are partnering with 293 Richmond churches, taking up the same topics each week, and joining in cooperative publicity, specifically seeking to connect with young adults - i.e., lots of social media and billboards. 
Here are the remaining five topics we'll address in sermons and small groups:
  • Why does God allow pain and suffering?
  • Is Christianity too narrow?
  • Is Jesus really God?
  • Is the Bible reliable?
  • Can I know God personally?
What's your part?  Pray for those who don't know Jesus to meet him.  And bring someone with you to a small group or worship!  Whom might you invite?

Mrs. Sarah Marsh Schutte

 
 For those who missed the 
celebration of the marriage of 
     Sarah Marsh and Kevin Schutte          on  Saturday,  September 17, 
            please enjoy this picture of              the lovely Bride. 
More soon to follow!

A Note from the Family of Esten Shomo

The nieces and nephew of Esten Hollis Shomo wish to thank all of the clergy and congregation of St. Giles for the delivery of the beaufitul memorial service on Tuesday, September 6. The service gave comfort to our family listening to the words celebrating Esten's life on earth and blessing him to ethernal life in the heavens above.

We are sending a very special "Thank You" to the ladies of the church who prepared punch and all types of food goodies following the service. As a family we can all understand why Esten loved his church and congregation.

We appreciate the devotion shown to Estin during his years at the church and especially during his stay at Sun Rise. The only thing Esten did like about being at Sun Rise was seeing his church friends, neighbors and family.

May God bless you all.

Sincerely, Patricia F. Jennings, Hollis P. Spott, Lisa D. Forcke, Edmund W. Forcke, III.


TONIGHT!
Wednesday Night Dinner & Classes*
Dinner at 5:45 PM |  Classes from 6:30-7:30 PM

Menu Option #1: 
Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Chopped Salad, Pumpkin Spice Cake

Menu Option #2
Mixed Salad Greens, Chicken

Servers:
 Team #2: Evelyn Thomas, Sarah Hill, Tom and Karen Wild, Emily Masloff

Reminder: 
Please make your reservation on the Connection Card Sundays or 
NO LATER THAN NOON MONDAYS.

Cost: 
Adult $7.50, Child, $4.50, Family $18 maximum
 

Childcare and *Kids classes K-5 also on Wednesday night.

Calling all kids 
Kindergarten - 5th grade  

J oin us every Wednesday evening from
6:15 - 7:15 PM for 
Kid's Clubhouse
located in the loft in Patterson. 
Led, once again, by the wonderful Mrs. Sarah Hill , this is a place for  YOU to belong!  YOU can expect tons of fun, fellowship, and growth in Jesus all wrapped up together! Come for dinner  at 5:30  and then head upstairs and join our awesome club!

 (Moms, then you can head on over to room  #108 for some sweet fellowship and prayer with other moms:-) !!!

Questions? Contact Heather Agnello, Family Ministries Director, at 282-9763, ext. 14 or at hagnello@stgiles.org

Praying Moms this Fall...

Attention all moms and women with a mother's heart!!! Please come and join us after Wednesday night supper each week as we gather again at the feet of Jesus and find Him sufficient for all we need. We will be meeting 
this  Wednesday evening , September 14, from 6:30 - 7:30. We'll be back in Room #208 (just off the Commons Area, next to the kitchen). Childcare for infants through Pre-K will be available in the nursery, & Kid's Clubhouse will be meeting in the loft with children in Kindergarten- 5th grade. Questions? Contact Heather Agnello, Family Ministries Director, at hagenllo@stgiles.org or (804) 282-9763, ext. #14.

Upcoming Events
St. Giles Hosts the Richmond Center for Christian Study
Thursday, September 22 at 7 PM

St. Giles will host the Richmond Center for Christian Study, as they present        Os Guinness, a renowned Christian apologist. 
Tickets $15 in advance (before 9/20) $20 at the door. 

Reserve your ticket and get details on their website at    http://richmondstudycenter.org .
Chick-Fil-A Spirit Day
Thursday-September 22-ALL DAY!

Mention "Children's Garden Preschool" and we will receive a percentage of sales on   
Thursday, September 22. 

This is Chick Fil A-Parham Road location only.    

An Invitation from John and Sharon Phelps
Wednesday, October 12 at 9 AM
Please join us in attending the Franklin Graham Decision America tour as it comes to Richmond on October 12, 2016 at noon at the State Capitol Portico off Bank Street. Franklin Graham is traveling to all 50 states in 2016 to hold prayer rallies, and to challenge believers to take a stand and take action. He will be urging Christians to vote, to live out their faith in every part of their lives, and to pray for our nation just as Nehemiah cried out to God to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem and restore hope to His people. 

Climb on a comfortable bus supplied by James River Transportation, ride to the venue, join hundreds or perhaps thousands in PRAYER for America, and return to pickup  location. This will be a long day, with potentially a lot of standing, maybe some walking. If you like, bring a chair. Any questions, please contact  Sharon Phelps at john-sharon@cox.net or 804-932-3424.  Cost: $20 per seat.
Women's Fellowship  
Tuesday Morning Fall Bible Study
Tuesday Mornings at 9:30 AM

Join the St. Giles Women in their Fall, Tuesday Morning Bible Study as they focus on  The Lord's Prayer , led by Sarah Marsh Schutte. 
The St. Giles Women are Sponsoring Operation Christmas Child. 
We are inviting the Glenburnie neighbors to join us in filling a box for a needy child.
Boxes will be available for pick up in Common Grounds on 
Sunday, October 2 between 1-3 PM.
Filled boxes should be returned to the church office by November 1.
Questions, please call Cindy Burgess, or email church office at lthomas@stgiles.org. 
Children's Garden Preschool
Annual Raffle 2016 -  Children's Garden Preschool
A Romantic Experience at the Jefferson Hotel!

Package valued at over $500 includes:
  • Dinner for two at Lemaire Restaurant ($100 credit)
  • A luxurious double room
  • A Sunday brunch for two
  • Each activity can used on different days or all together on one visit
  • Winner to be announced in October
  • Each ticket is $20 (limit 15 tickets per person) 

Purchase tickets in the Church Office on weekdays or on Connection Card Sunday mornings. 

 For questions contact Art Mattox, 804-241-3316, artmattox@gmail.com.

 

Susan Chester, Director
804-282-0511
childrensgardenpreschool1@gmail.com
Community Events
Needle's Eye Luncheon
Thursday, September 29 from 12-1 PM at Westwood Club

This summer Brenda found out she has cancer.  Again.  Just a few weeks ago it forced her to retire early from the job she loved.  What could she possibly be thankful for? 

We're excited for you to join us for a delicious lunch at Westwood Club on Thursday September 29 from 12-1 PM to hear Former Executive Director of Virginia Women's Center, Brenda Burgess unpack one of Coach Tony Bennett's pillars for success in life- THANKFULNESS.  This is the second of our Five Pillars luncheons based on UVA Coach Tony Bennett's "Five Pillars for Success in the Game of Life"  on which he recently spoke for Needle's Eye. 

If you missed Coach Bennett's talk you can watch it HERE.

Cost: $11 through September 27th, $13 after September 27th
RegisterClick here to register!
 

 T.J. High School -  Feeding Future Leaders
Thursday Afternoons from September-November

We still need a 2-person team or individuals to 
VOLUNTEER  to help with Feeding Future Leaders at T.J. High School.  Each volunteer will serve 1-2 Thursday afternoons for a couple hours. This will serve all athletes participating in after-school programs (boys & girls) on Thursdays from September-November.  If you are interested please contact Bob Ruthazer 
bob@
stgiles.org   or Jane Harler. 

If you'd like to help you may also 
DONATE 
a box protein or granola bars or individual chips in the tote outside the church office, or with a check to St. Giles with notation "Mission RVA TJ Feeding". Thank you!

Pregnancy  Resource Center
of Metro Richmond
"HOT" Items Needed
September  2016

The PRC has an urgent need of the following items. If you'd like to donate, please place your items in the plastic container outside the Church Office:
 
PRAYER 
 
 ITEMS:
  • MATERNITY Clothing - X-Large & Plus Sizes (Inexpensive purchase at Goodwill)  ONLY Maternity items can be Used
  • Baby Bibs
  • Baby Powder- Baby Lotion & Wash
  • Baby Gowns
  • BOTTLES - 4oz & 8 oz
  • Diapers-  ALL SIZES
  • ONESIES - Boys, Girls& Neutral colors- ALL SIZES
  • Pacifiers - Boys & Girls
  • Baby Socks & Shoes
  • Sleepers - Lightweight
  • BABY TOWELS/ WASHCLOTHS
  • Individual Wipes ( OUT)
  • Vaseline
 
SNACKS
  • Fruit Snacks
  • Individual Bottled water
 
Ladies Toiletries: Deordorant, maxi pads
   
NO BLANKETS PLEASE***
 
Due to ever changing safety regulations and recalls, we are only able to accept NEW items.
Please place your items in the designated tub outside the church office. 
For questions, call Yolande Long,   320-0061.

Flash Mob
Dry-Run on Saturday, October 8 at 12 PM 
Official Event on Saturday, October 15 at 12 PM

As we mentioned in last weeks bulletin, we will be recreating the Pastor Hezekiah Walker's Every Praise Flash Mob. The date of the event is October 15 at 12 PM and we will have a dry-run on October 8 at 12 PM. Tolita, the Director of Dance for the City of Richmond is in the process of doing the choreography for us to learn the dance steps. The video will be put on You-tube and those of you who want to participate as dancers will receive the link when it is posted. If you have not already done so, please email Jo White at joeloisewhite@gmail.com  or call her at  (804) 937-6836  to let her know if you would like to participate, and if so, will you be joining us as a singer or a dancer/singer.  
St. Giles Fall 2016 Classes
Sunday Mornings 
On Sunday join us as we "Explore God"!



Adult Discipleship
Fall Classes


Facilitated by James Anderson
Meets in Patterson


Explore God
Perhaps you've seen the billboards or heard the radio ads? Now you can be a part of the conversation as St. Giles participates in the community wide initiative, Explore God.

September 25: Why Does God Allow Pain and Suffering?
October 2: Is Christianity too Narrow?
October 9: Is Jesus Really God?
October 16: Is The Bible Reliable
October 23: Can I Know God Personally?
Wednesday Nights  
On Wednesday nights, join us for dinner at 5:45 PM followed by class from 6:30-7:30 PM. Childcare for Nursery age kids and Kids Clubhouse for K-5 also on Wednesday nights.

The Gospel Embodied: Stories of True Greatness, Reprise

Facilitated by
 Evelyn Thomas & George Green

Meets in Common Grounds

This summer we studied individuals from Christian history who surrendered their lives to a higher purpose and made a significant impact on the world  around them. Our study was based on the books 7 Men and 7 Women by Eric Metaxas. It was so good, in fact, we want more. We'll be presenting two more biographies on the first two Wednesday nights of the season.

September 14: St. Maria of Paris
September 21: William Wilberforce

The Lord's Prayer

Taught by 
Sarah Marsh Schutte 

beginning September 28
Meets in Common Grounds

In the life of Jesus, prayer was the work and ministry was the prize. Having prayed, He went about ministry as an honor student might go to receive a reward, or as a marathon runner, having run the race, might accept the gold medal. Jesus' disciples watched Him and asked, "Lord, teach us to pray." In response He gave them The Lord's Prayer. The Lord's prayer covers everything we need to pray: God's person, program, purpose, provision, pardon, and protection. It is a blueprint for how to pray. Our study will include biblical, cultural, and historical background as well as theological reflection on this well-loved prayer which is central to our life as believers. Through practical application and interactive opportunities we trust the Lord will continue to "teach us to pray."


When God Doesn't Fix It: A Small Group Study for Women

Facilitated by Cindy Burgess

 beginning September 28
Meets in the Upstairs Adult Classroom
Join a group of sisters in Christ for Laura Story's study, When God Doesn't Fix It: Lessons You Never Wanted to Learn, Truths You Can't Live Without. Is it possible that good things can come out of broken dreams? Worship leader and recording artist Laura Story's life took an unexpected turn when her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Their lives would never be the same. And yet in struggling with God about how to live with broken dreams, Laura has found joy and a deeper intimacy with Jesus. Laura helps us understand we aren't the only ones whose lives have  taken unexpected turns. She examines the brokenness of some of the heroes of our faith, and shows how despite their flaws and flawed stories, God was able to use them in extraordinary ways. And it was not because of their faith, but because of the faithfulness of their God. God may not fix everything. In fact, although your situation might not ever change or get better, with Jesus you can.  Time together includes a video lesson, discussion, and opportunity to pray for one another.
Life Groups


Life Groups

Want to join or start a life group? 
Contact Ellen Andrusia at 
(804) 514-5649 or  egray4614@aol.com
 
A small group of people who are doing life together, growing in Christ through study, prayer fellowship, and service.
 
Sundays at 5:30 PM: Explore God for Everyone, led by 
Matt and Lindsay Sherrard in their home.

 

Sundays at 7 PM: Explore God for Everyone, led by 

Keith and Sarah Hill in their home.


 

Mondays at 6:30 AM: Prayer and Praise, led by 

Ellen Andrusia in the St. Giles Prayer Room.

 

Tuesdays at 6:30 PM: Explore God for Singles, led by 

Greg Erickson, location TBD.

Featured Artists in the Common Grounds Gallery

September/October: 
Focus  Group Camera Club 

November/December: Tuckahoe Artists Association

January/February, 2017:
Ramani Urbiztondo