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Trumpet Blast
Newsletter
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December 21, 2016 |
And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." (Luke 2:8-10)
Dear St. Paul's,
I hope you are relishing the Advent Season, as you prepare for the coming of Jesus. Being that it is the Feast of St. Thomas today, I hope that all of your Christmas shopping (and wrapping) is done so you can enjoy some peaceful moments before the big day.
The story of the Nativity of Our Lord takes my breath away. So beautiful and simple. I'm thinking especially of the shepherds "keeping watch over their flocks by night." Shepherds were not highly regarded in First Century Israel. Somehow, from the time of their revered shepherd ancestor Abraham, to their shepherd king David, to the time of the Roman occupation, shepherding as an occupation fell into disfavor. Caring for sheep was seen as low class. And yet the Good News of the birth of the Messiah was first announced to whom? Shepherds! God loves all people from every walk of life.
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Coco Robbins after a bath
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Today we have a special place in our hearts for shepherds. What would a Christmas pageant be without them? When you love Jesus, he gives us his love for those who are ignored by the rest of society. And just like good shepherds, we love our animals. This Christmas, the Robbins family is giving extra tender loving care to Coco, our rat terrier Chihuahua mix. She is now 16 years and in declining health. She has brought us so much joy, and every day we have with her is precious.
So this Christmas, remember the shepherds. Give special attention to those whom the rest of the world may regard as "low class." Offer tender loving care to those in need. Share the joy of the Savior. 
Merry Christmas!
Gratefully in Christ,
Pr. Jon
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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Saturday, Dec. 24, 4:00 PM -
"Lessons & Carols" Christmas Eve Program
Sunday, Dec. 25, 10 AM - Christmas Day Service
Sunday, Jan. 1, 10 AM - Morning Prayer Service -
led by Jon Day - sermon title:
"Why Pray for Jerusalem?"
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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO
DONATED CHRISTMAS GIFTS TO THE CHILDREN
AT CHILDCARE RESOURCES IN VERO BEACH.
Blessing the gifts for the kids at the Walker's home.
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A BIG THANK YOU
to all who gave toward the Staff Christmas Gifts!
All are very much appreciated.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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CHRISTMAS PARTY PICTURES
See all of the Christmas Party photos
on our FaceBook page.
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Sunday Morning Bible Study
St. Paul's Church launched a new adult Fall Bible study series with an in-depth exploration of the Old Testament Book of Ruth. The class, entitled
Wonder Women of the Bible: Esther the Rescuer, is led by Bill Proctor and meets at the Garden Club at 9:00-9:50 AM. Honest discussion and even debate are encouraged - and all are welcome!
Note: the class will not meet on Sunday Dec. 25 or Jan. 1.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
The Wednesday evening Bible study will resume on January 25th. The study will focus on the Old Testament prophecies of the Messiah. Dean Sparks will facilitate the study.
Men's Ministry -"Promise Keepers
"- Fridays
Come join us for "Promise Keepers" men's ministry which meets at C.J. Cannon's at the Vero Beach Regional Airport, 3414 Cherokee Dr., Vero Beach, 32960, every Friday 8:00 - 9:30 AM. We will share breakfast together and read the inspiring "Game Plan for Life" by Joe Gibbs, 3-time Super Bowl and NASCAR Champion. Very informal. No homework required. Great friends, food and fun! Note: the group will not meet on Dec. 23 or 30.
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WOMEN'S PRAYER GROUP 
Ladies of all ages meet for fellowship and prayer every Thursday morning at 10:00 AM. They are currently meeting at the home of Sally Wyer, 950 Regency Square #317-E, VB, 32967, ph#778-1255. Please join us!
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LATEST PICTURES FROM THE
FLAMEVINE CHURCH PROPERTY
12/8/2016
12/16/2016
12/20/2016
See our Facebook page for more pictures.
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2017
Your box of 2017 offering envelopes are available for pick up this coming Sunday. (Even if you don't use them, we have to order them.) Please save us the postage and pick yours up. Thank you.
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* SAVE THE DATE *
Women's Seminar
Saturday, February 18, 2017
"Further UP - Further IN"
Living in the greatest story ever told
Leigh McLeroy, guest speaker, writes and speaks with a passion
for
God and a
keen eye for His presence in everyday life.
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Building Faith. Transforming Lives.
Campaign Update
As of December 21, we have received Building Fund pledges totaling $629,000, representing 25 family units, toward our goal of $1,350,000. Thank you so much to everyone who has given so generously thus far.
Fortunately, the Internal Revenue Code provides some real tax breaks for charitable giving, in addition to donation deductibility for those who itemize.
For example, donations to St. Paul's Church property, such as stocks, bonds, real estate and the like, held for more than one year, which has appreciated in value over the years, may escape both capital gains and estate taxes.
For more info, please contact the church office or Dean
Sparks 772.234.2398.
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JAMAICA MISSION TRIP
"Thank you for supporting our Mission outreach to St. Monica's Children's Home in Jamaica. We provided 26 Christmas gifts for the children and their caregivers. Amanda Robbins accompanied the team from Holy Sacrament Church in Pembroke Pines to help deliver the gifts, and share the love of Jesus."
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UPDATE FROM CROSSROADS CHURCH
Dear Friends,
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Dave Petty leading worship |
After a recent Crossroads 5 PM service, a 3rd year student at UVA (named John) said:
"Crossroads feels more like a real church
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John is right. Crossroads does feel more like a real church! We can all tell the difference.
We moved our evening "living room" gatherings into the sanctuary that our neighborhood M
ennonite church has so graciously provided. As the winter nights get longer and colder, the warm
and well-lit space, invites us all in. It's a welcoming place to meet.
If you're like me, you've received many end-of-the-year requests for financial support. Well, as I'm
sure you've guessed, this is no exception. Our Anglican fellowship is too small to financially
sustain itself. To repeat myself, "growing a church takes time." We have a vision for this area that is
filled with a sense of mission. Will you please join with us to support this work with prayer and
financial support? There is nothing like Crossroads in this City of Charlottesville. We are accessible, biblical and
Anglican with hearts full of anticipation for what Jesus can do!
In this season of Advent, let our hearts be full of anticipation for Jesus' arrival and what He has done and will do when He gets here!
"O come let us adore Him, Christ the Lord!"
Gratefully His, Gratefully yours,
Rev. Dave Petty
772.205.9155
Please write your check to:
Titus Institute for Church Planting
with "Crossroads" in the memo line.
Mail to:
Titus Institute, P.O. Box 1711, Centreville VA 20122
..and Thank You!
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Dec 9 Christmas Party
Dec 9-11 Jamaica Mission Trip
Dec 10 Farmer's Market Booth
Dec 17 Water Bottle Ministry
Dec 24 "Lessons & Carols" Christmas Program
Dec 25 Christmas Day Service
Jan 1 Morning Prayer Service
Jan 11 Family Movie Night
Jan 18 Wed. Bible Study Begins
Jan 21 Water Bottle Ministry
Jan 29 Annual Meeting & Vestry Organiz. Mtg.
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BIRTHDAYS
04 Sue Fritz
06 Jen Robbins
08 Estelle Thompson
09 Wyatt Falardeau
13 Kayla Holland
15 Matt Hoder
17 Dean Sparks
18 Greg Cook
18 Jim Crockett
21 Ray Flanagan
24 Pam Proctor
27 Norma Ashburn
27 Sally Wyer
31 Helen Pierson
ANNIVERSARIES
04 Kemp & Fritzi Byrnes
21 Jon & Marianne Day
(Please call the church office if your birth date or
wedding anniversary is not included.)
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