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ALL OF YOU!
at our Annual Parish Meeting This Sunday
It's almost time for our Annual Meeting! Your involvement is necessary - Your participation is critical - Your passion is essential!
9:00 - 9:30 -- Coffee and registration/voting for new vestry members begins.
9:30 - Annual Meeting begins (child care available)
One combined Eucharist immediately following the Annual Meeting
Brotherhood of St. Andrew's Annual World Famous Fish Fry follows the service
This year's novel Annual Meeting approach provides you with an opportunity to help choose key projects on which our parish will focus this year. All of them are from the over 100 suggestions provided to the Long Range Planning committee in May/June. All are ways in which we can grow our ministries, grow as Christians, and be a great neighbor to our surrounding community.
This is an exciting beginning to living out our Vision statement: St. Matthew's Episcopal Church is
"A vibrant community, inclusive of all people offering religious and secular ministries, bringing our community's diverse population together in the presence of God."
We heard you - now we need you to join with your fellow parishioners and be God's hands and heart here on earth!
Mother Liz, your Vestry and your Long Range Planning committee members look forward to seeing you this Sunday, Feb 12th. Don't miss it!
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THE FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE
PRESENTS
A SWEET HEART DANCE
Tomorrow
FEBRUARY 11, 2017
7:00 - 10:00 P.M.
in the Parish Hall
This will be a Family Friendly Event
Heavy hors d'oevures will be served
Tickets are $1.00
(Plus a donation of a pair of adult socks per person)
Casual attire suggested
Bring Your Dancing Shoes
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 THE BISHOP INVITES YOU TO
COME SPEND THE DAY WITH HIM
Called to Lead is a day of lay leadership development designed for parish vestries, wardens and treasurers. All lay leaders, including members of finance and stewardship committees, are invited to this workshop. Bishop Wright teaches the model of adaptive leadership and will focus on Purpose and Vision. Participants will also be equipped with tools for effective stewardship of people and other resources. This opportunity for Called to Lead will be held on Saturday, February 11th at St. David's, in Roswell from 9 am to 3 pm. Click
here to register.
FOR YOUTH
Bishop Wright will also teach at The Youth Leadership Retreat June 2-4 at the Lutheran Coastal Retreat Center in South Carolina, located on the Isle of Palms. The purpose of the retreat is to equip the next generation of young leaders to go out into the world and lead like Jesus. The deadline to apply for participation is March 12. Click
Steps to Lead for the application. For more information, contact Youth and Young Adult Missioner, Easton Davis
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Please join us this Sunday, February 12, 2017
One Service immediately after the Annual Parish Meeting
THE READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY ARE:
Sirach 15:15-20
Psalm 119:1-8
Matthew 5:21-37
NOTE: Please join us next Sunday Feb 19 at 8:00 a.m., and at 10:30 a.m. with The Epiphany Choir.
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IT'S TIME TO BRING IN YOUR PALMS
A basket is in the Narthex for your Palms. They will be burned on Shrove Tuesday following our Pancake Dinner to make ashes to the used on Ash Wednesday. Any questions, please contact Joan Kengla
jk2ridge@comcast.net
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It's Not Too Late to Join -
New Book continues tomorrow February 11th
Looking to explore your faith with like-minded individuals over breakfast on Saturdays? If so, Cafe Theology may be for you. Cafe Theology is a group book study on alternating Saturday mornings from 10-11:30. We explore our faith and our view(s) of God together through books. On January 14, we finish our current book study, "Surprised by Hope", by N.T. Wright.
The next topic for Cafe Theology is early church history.
- Did Jesus intend to found a church separate from Judaism?
- Who were the very first followers of Jesus?
- Was Peter the leader of the early church or was it James, the Lord's brother?
- What was the conflict between James and Paul?
The book that will guide us in finding answers is "From Jesus to the Church", by Craig A. Evans. The book covers the 40 year period from Jesus' entry into Jerusalem to the destruction of the temple in AD70. This book may be purchased from Barnes & Noble or on Amazon. It is available in hardback and on Kindle. This book study started on January 28. Come and be part of the discussion!
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A new block of Adult Christian Education Classes listed below continues Feb 19 and Feb 26. from 9:30-10:15 a.m., ( due to the Annual Meeting there will be no Christian Ed on this Sunday the 12th).
Scriptural Studies--Pastoral Letters
(Library): A small group study of Paul's pastoral letters (1 & 2 Timothy and Titus), written to encourage some of the first pastors of early Christian congregations in their leadership. What principles of leadership do they hold for us today?
NOTE: Current Events (Due to overwhelming response this class will now meet in the Undercroft):
Discussion of controversial world events and our response as Christians.
Parenting Group
(York Room): Support for parents of young children, as they seek to grow their own faith, as well as helping their children's spiritual growth. This group will be working through the book "Parenting Beyond Your Capacity" which is available as an e-book through Amazon.
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ACOLYTE INSTALLATION
Sunday,
February 12, 2017
An installation of new acolytes will take place during the service this Sunday, February 12. Congratulations to Krista Byron, Anna Couch, Lily Couch, Emelia Furman, Liam Furman and Ellie Jones, who will be installed on that day.
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Wednesday with the Word
Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. immediately following the healing Eucharist, for fellowship and Bible study. The group is currently exploring the psalms and each class looks at a particular group of psalms then invites reflection on one or more psalms. There is always room for one more!
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GUY'S NIGHT OUT
All men of the parish are invited to attend this fun evening on
Wednesday, February 15th at 7:00 p.m.
This group meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm at McCray's Tavern, 100 North Perry Street, Lawrenceville, GA for fellowship and trivia. Please contact Levi Livermont for more information.
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NEW FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY!!
St Matthews Restaurant Foyers
So, what exactly is
Foyers
?
Foyers is a fun and easy way for parishioners to gather together
on a monthly basis for purely promoting fellowship among members. The objective is to enjoy the company of other parishioners and to meet new members.
Foyers is also a means to develop new friendships and deepen old ones.
There's no agenda - just casual fellowship and a meal.
Come on out for some
adult fellowship
on the Third Friday of each month.
St. Matthew's Foyers
On
February 17, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
At
Three Blind Mice Restaurant
1066 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn
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ST. MATTHEW'S CAR MAGNETS NOW AVAILABLE
The Communications Committee is proud to introduce the new St. Matthew's Car Magnet, featuring our lovely stained glass window. For only $5.00 each you can purchase a colorful magnet to adorn your car or refrigerator at home, (or both!), and advertise your church home. All proceeds will help fund needed technology improvements throughout the parish.
The magnets will be available in the parish hall during and after the annual meeting Sunday. They will also be available in the church office.
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St. Matthew's Preschool & Kindergarten
will be hosting a Family Fun Night!
When: Saturday, February 25
th
Where: Parish Hall & Preschool
Time: 5pm-7pm
Come join us for a night full of games, prizes, crafts, pizza & Fun!
Admission is $5/person or $20/family
Includes pizza, a drink, and 6 game tickets.
You may request your tickets by filling out a form in the Preschool Lobby.
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COME CELEBRATE! CELEBRATE! CELEBRATE!
The Episcopal Church's World Mission Sunday
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Potluck Global Breakfast- between services
You are invited and encouraged to bring a dish to share from your home culture,
a culture you have visited or your "wannabe" culture.
You are also invited to dress in your global attire and
bring a flag or others to be displayed.
For more information or to volunteer please contact
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The 2017 Hunger Run/Walk is on Sunday, March 5th
It is a fun, family-friendly event aimed to fight hunger and bring hope to our community. The goal for the St. Matthew's Episcopal Church Hunger Walk Team is to raise at least $2,000 for the SE Gwinnett Co-op though team participation and donations.
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St. Matthew's & The Cathedral Bookstore
Presents it's First Visit of 2017
On
Sunday, March 12, 2016
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
In The Parish Hall
Great gifts for family and friends for The Easter Season
Come Shop for:
Books for Adults and Children
Music
Jewelry
Church Resources and more
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In Celebration of Valentine's Day:
"Love Your Neighbor" Clothing Drive
February 14 - March 15, 2017
Crossroads Community Ministries
is in need of business type clothing for men and women. These professional garments will enable homeless men and women to be properly dressed for job interviews and, hopefully, for their new jobs!
A clothing rack has been set up in the Old Narthex for your gently used items.
Please make sure that all items are clean, do not require mending, are ready to be used (no missing buttons, no torn seams, no totally worn out garments) and are appropriate as business wear.
To help ensure these items are ready to wear when they get to Crossroads, please hang all items on the clothing rack. Additional hangers will be available for your use.
Crossroads currently assists over 4,200 homeless men, women and children. These lovingly donated items well help those seeking work to gain employment and
hopefully break their homeless cycle.
If you have any questions, please contact Sylvia Campbell at either 770-972-3130 or at
soupab@comcast.net
THANK YOU!
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Tanner Family Portrait
Presents A
St. MattHEW'S Preschool Fundraise
r
Saturday, March 25th and Sunday, March 26th
The cost is $25 per family. Tanner will donate the sitting fee, and each family will receive an 11 x 14" family portrait, to be chosen by Tanner Photography. Multiple shots will be taken, and each family will have the opportunity to purchase more Images. You can sign up for your session by following the Family Portrait Fundraiser link via the preschool's Facebook page.
www.facebook.com/stmattspreschool
Thank you for your support!
Jennifer Schriver
Preschool Director
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Calendar of Activities
Week of
February 12, 2017
Sunday, February 12:
9:00 am Registration & Coffee
9:30 am Parish Annual Meeting begins
Immediately followed by Holy Eucharist
Followed by The Fish Fry
12:30 pm EfM Class in the Library
6:00 pm Youth Group
Monday, February 13:
7:00 pm Boy Scout Troop 553
Tuesday, February 14:
6:00 pm Centering Prayer
7:00 pm Al-Anon
7:30 p.m. AA
Wednesday, February 15:
9:45 am Children's Chapel
10:00 am Healing Service
11:00 am WWW Bible Study
3:30 pm Staff Meeting
5:30 pm Handbell Rehearsal
6:00 pm DIVE Bible Study
6:30 pm
Cherub Choir Practice
7:00 pm Sanctuary Choir
7:00 pm Guy's Night Out
Thursday, February 16:
10:00 am Knit, Purl & Pray
6:30 pm Girl Scout Meeting
Friday, February 17:
7:00 pm St. Matts Foyers - 3 Blind Mice
7:00 pm Al-Anon
7:30 pm AA
Saturday, February 18:
8:00 am Brotherhood
9:00 am Altar Guild
10:00 am Flower Guild
7:00 pm Cub Scout Pack Blue/Gold Mtg
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St. Matthew's
Episcopal Church
1520 Oak Rd.
Snellville, GA 30078
770-979-4210
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February Food Drive continues with
focus on collecting specific items for the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministries.
We will be collecting canned chicken and boxes of cereal (all kinds)
Beginning on Sunday, January 8th,
the Outreach Committee will be handing out bags with attached food list after both services, so please fill bag and return to barrel outside of the Parish Hall. All items will be promptly delivered to the Coop.
Please also note this message from the co-op: "The co-op will be closed until January 4th. We anticipate a busy day, with a full week of being closed and not being able to assist clients.
Thank you for your continued support of this critical source of help in our community. For more information on this ministry,
click here.
SE Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry
55 Grayson Industrial Pkwy
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Prayer and Meditation Links:
Episcopal Church Links:
Connecting
, and Bishop Wright's Weekly
For Faith
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