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The Weekly News
March 22, 2017
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Greetings!
In this issue of the Weekly News:
- Visit of our Bishop-Elect
- Order Butter Braids by March 26
- First Annual Pod Pickup Day
- Note New Date for Last Class of Faith and Practice
- Youth Update Meeting (Not Just for Parents)
- Introduction to Contemplative Prayer
- GPS for March
- Lenten Services
- Easter Memorials and Thanksgivings
- Construction Project Affecting Travel on Main Street
- Dates for Your Calendar
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Visit of Our Bishop-Elect
Sunday, March 26
Please join us to welcome our Bishop-Elect, The Rev. Jennifer Baskerville-Burrows. She will be with us for both the 7:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Eucharists.
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Sunday, March 26
Last Day to Order
The Kitchen Crew will be taking orders for Butter Braids pastries at Coffee Hour and in the Narthex after each service on Sunday. Payment by cash, check or credit card must accompany orders. Orders will be available for pickup after April 11. Proceeds from the sale will be used to replenish kitchen supplies and purchase needed items.
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Announcing St. Christopher's
First Annual Pod Pickup Day
Ladies, gentlemen, and children of all ages! Our fearless Field of Dreams leader, Tom Pizzuti, has declared Saturday, March 25, "St. Christopher's Regional Pods Pickup Day." Due to the number of pods that have fallen from our locust trees, we can use as many folks as possible to pick up the banana shaped devils covering our landscape and parking lot. The more folks we have, the less time we will need to spend cleaning up our grounds. Please gather in front of the Education Building at
9:00 a.m. Hope
fully we will be finished by
11:00 a.m. Br
ing your work gloves and a rake! We'll supply the trash bags.
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Please Note New Dates for
"Faith and Practice (aka E
piscopal 101)
Father Steve's class for people learning about the Episcopal Church and the Christian faith will meet for its next session on Sunday, March 26 a.m. Then, the final class will be held Sunday, April 30. These classes will meet in the Choir Classroom at 11:15 a.m., immediately after the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist.
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Youth Update Meeting
(Not Just for Parents of Youth)
Tuesday March 28, 7 p.m.
The Vestry invites all interested parishioners to attend a Youth Update meeting in the Parish Hall.
Who should attend?
- All parents of youth fifth through twelfth grades
- Any parishioners who have previously worked with the youth
- Any parishioners who are interested in helping with this important ministry
We will update you on the progress of the three groups that have been set up: confirmation, service, and formation. We also will talk through the next steps in the youth planning process. Finally, we have the survey results to share. We hope that you will join us for this important update. Thank you for all your help, volunteer efforts, and patience during this time of transition!
Kate Bender and Anne Long
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"Introduction to Contemplative Prayer"
Mondays through April 10, 6:00 p.m.
In the Andres Library
This group is focusing on various practices of silence and stillness, deepening our spiritual lives and receiving the multitude of health benefits associated with meditation. Enjoy the support of a safe and open group atmosphere, experiential learning, and education about these contemplative practices. Gina Mercurio-Brown is facilitating this class, which is open to both youth and adults. Join at any time.
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GPS for March
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Grant a Wish: Deep Cleaning of the Sanctuary (estimate $1,125)
Support a Program: Adult Formation and Confirmation ($450)
Pay a Bill: Little Bill - Repair exhaust/baffle on tractor ($184); Big Bill - Plumbing Repairs ($1,919)
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How to Give for GPS
GPS envelopes are available on the large table in the Narthex. You also can give electronically through our Online Giving page by using the button below. If you are not in a position to pay either a Little Bill or a Big Bill, but would like to donate funds toward either of these. you can do so. Just note your amount and select the purpose when you donate online.
Thanks for helping St. Christopher's meet these needs.
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Lenten Services
During Lent, the services listed below will be offered in addition to the regularly scheduled Sunday and Wednesday services of Holy Communion.
Morning Prayer in the Andres Library
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. through April 6
Members of the staff will lead these devotions.
Holy Eucharist in the Chapel
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. through April 6
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Donations for Easter Altar Flowers
and the Music Fund
Would you like to make a donation for flowers or the music fund during the Easter season. If so, please pick up an envelope from the round table in the Narthex. Be sure to let us know the name or names of the individuals in whose memory you are donating. You also may make a donation in thanksgiving for individuals or blessings in your life. Make checks payable to the Altar Guild OR the Music Fund. Return your envelope and donation by Sunday, April 2.
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City of Carmel Construction Project
Eastbound Lane on Main Street Between
Guilford to 4th Avenue SW
The City of Carmel has announced an ambitious list of construction projects that will continue throughout 2017. There is one project which may change your travel from St. Christopher's. Construction will affect eastbound traffic on Main Street from Guilford to 4th Avenue SW for about three weeks (weather permitting). Westbound traffic will not be affected. Detours to other streets will be posted. Copies of the construction project list will be available in the Narthex. To receive emails and alerts related to road closures, subscribe to CarmelLink.com.
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Dates for Your Calendar
The Save the Date page of St. Christopher's website is updated weekly. Check this resource for new information. You also may want to review the insert in the
Sunday bulletin, as it provides the schedule for the coming week.
Saturday, April 22 | Liturgy to Celebrate the Life and Ministry of Bishop Cate
Sunday, April 23 | Spring Goodwill Clothing Drive Begins
Saturday, April 29 | Ordination and Consecration of the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Indianapolis (Clowes Hall at Butler University)
Sunday, April 30 | Goodwill Clothing Drive Ends
Church office hours
Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to noon. If you plan to visit the office during the hours of 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., please call ahead for availability. Closed on Friday.
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