SUMMER FORMATION
A History of Christianity (video & conversation) Clergy led
- Part 3 of 10
Sundays Thru August 13, 9:30-10:30 AM, Berlin Room,
(Children and Youth Formation resumes August 20)
Join our ongoing discovery of our faith's surprising history as we enjoy the next installment of Diarmaid MacCulloch's A History of Christianity followed by conversation generated from your questions, observations and insights.
THIS Sunday: how did a religion of the poor and powerless that emerged from the life of one Jewish peasant who taught humility and non-violence become THE religion of the most powerful military empire in the western world? Come and see.
Interesting tidbits from last Sunday: 1) some of Islam's ubiquitous prayer practices emerged from Eastern Christian influences and Muslims believe Jesus will return as God's prophet; 2) Christians in the Islamic and Chinese East were second class citizens who had no political or military power, and yet they thrived and expanded by wielding peaceful influence and developing intellectual and rhetorical skill.
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Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion
with Prayers for Healing
Sundays, 5:30 PM
This Sunday's guest musician is Laura Tomlin.
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The Longest Day: Music for Meditation and Our Shared Stories
Wednesday, June 21, 10:30 AM - 1:30
PM
The Longest Day is all about love. Love for all those affected by Alzheim
er's disease. On the longest day of the year, thousands of people around the world
are teaming with the Alzheimer's Association by selecting an activity they love-- or an activity loved by those affected-- to help end Alzheimer's. On Wednesday, June 21, Dr. Rob Foster will play solo flute meditations at Saint Paul's, interspersed with moments of silence for prayer and times for sharing our stories. We invite stories from the family, friends, and caregivers of people suffering from Alzheimer's to share their stories on this day. Please contact Marilyn Grau to add your name to this program.
The public is invited to stop by to listen, meditate, pray, and make donations to the Alzheimer's Association.
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 Saint Paul's Book Club
Thursday, June 22, 10 AM, Tyler Hall
The Saint Paul's Book Club meets Thursday, June 22, 10
AM in Tyler Hall to discuss The Whole Town's Talking: A Novel by Fannie Flagg. The book club meets the 4th Thursday of each month and welcomes new members for one book or the entire season. Come and enjoy delicious food and the fellowship of this fun group.
Contact Anita Tanner for more information.
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Master's Table Soup Kitchen
Saturday, June 24, 9:00
AM
- 10:45
PM
The Master's Table Soup Kitchen at 702 Fenwick Street will be staffed and sponsored by Saint Paul's Church volunteers Saturday, June 24. The Prep Team works from 9:00 - 10:45
AM
. This is a great opportunity to get to know other parishioners while chopping, stirring, and preparing lunch.
Contact Marilyn Grau for more information or to volunteer.
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Bishop Benhase Annual Visit to Saint Paul's
Next Sunday, June 25
The Annual Episcopal Visitation is next Sunday, June 25. Bishop Benhase will preside at the Holy Eucharist with the rite of Confirmation and Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows for all members.
All parishioners are invited to a conversation with the Bishop during the Forum in the Berlin Room at 9:30
AM
.
There will be NO 8
AM
service on the 25th; however, the Celtic Evening Prayer, Healing and Communion service is at 5:30
PM next Sunday
.
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Donate summer music
The Saint Paul's Choir begins its summer vacation on July 9 and beginning on that Sunday and continuing through September 3rd we will have guest musicians participating in our services. Summer music is made possible by gifts in celebration of something or someone or as a memorial. The cost is $150. Please contact Director of Music, Keith Shafer, or by call 706-724-2485 extension #215. |
Open Sundays for Altar Flowers
July 23, August 20, and September 3, 10, 24 are open for altar flowers. If you would like to sponsor the flowers in thanksgiving or memory of someone special, please
contact the parish office
.
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Independence Day Celebration
July 2, 11:00
AM Service
July 2, at our 11:00 AM service, we will begin our Independence Day celebration. Our scripture readings, prayers, and music will help us give thanks for the blessings of liberty with which we have been entrusted.
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 Independence Day BBQ Parish Dinner
July 2, Following the 11:00 AM Service
Save the Date: July 2, following the 11
AM service. Calling all pit masters! Come share with the members of Saint Paul's your finger-licking good BBQ; pork, chicken, or beef, it's all welcome! For those whose specialty falls outside the smoker or grill, no worries. Bring your favorite side dish to share. Celebrate our country's independence and share in the fellowship of our faith community!
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Star Spangled Fourth
July 4, 7:30 PM, Saint Paul's Church
This year's Star Spangled Fourth features New York City tenor, Daniel Rodriguez, a retired Brooklyn police officer who almost lost his life on 9/11. Officer Rodriguez, whose stirring rendition of "God Bless America" became a regular feature at Yankees games in the years following 9/11, has also made guest appearances at patriotic celebrations held at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. He will be joined by the 100-member Independence Day Chorus & Orchestra under the direction of Keith Shafer. Tickets are available at www.RiverwalkSeries.com or by calling the Box Office, 706-722-3463. Please do not request tickets from the church office. They are available only through the sponsoring organization, The Riverwalk Series, Inc.
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 Time to enroll in EfM.
EfM is equal parts study and spiritual reflection. If you are curious about how to faithfully engage questions about the Bible, our history and traditions, and our ever-changing understanding of God, then you are encouraged to enroll in the Episcopal Church's Education for Ministry program, affectionately known as EfM. Contact Saint Paul's EfM leaders, Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau and Fr. John Jenkins for more information.
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 Follow in Paul's footsteps
April 11-21, 2018
The Saint Paul's Choir is going to Greece next April 11-21, visiting important places in the life of the Apostle Paul. The choir will sing at St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral in Athens and at the amphitheaters at Ephesus and Epidaurus. Other sites to be visited include Corinth, Delphi, and the islands of Mykonos, Crete, Santorini, and Rhodes. A 5 day 4 night cruise on the Celestyal Crystal is part of the tour. Click here for a brochure and further information, call Keith Shafer in the Music Office at (706) 724-2485 #215.
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NEW QUARTERLY OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
Spring Quarter (April - June)
The new Quarterly Outreach Opportunities is available here. Mark your calendar with these April - June 2017 service opportunities. We invite you to join us as often as you are able.
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