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September 29 - October 8, 2017
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Dear Fr. Muir,
I wanted to take a minute to express my appreciation and sincere gratitude to the people of Saint Paul's Church for the warm embrace my husband and I experienced this past weekend while we were in town for Ironman Augusta. This was our first time in Augusta and my husband's first Ironman event. The relaxed atmosphere of the spaghetti dinner on Saturday night was something we enjoyed very much. The meal was simple and tasty, perfect for the night before a big endurance event. During dinner, we enjoyed talking with other athletes and their families as well as an extended conversation with Cobbs (whose granddaughter happens to attend the same high school as our daughter here in Charlotte, NC!). Sunday morning, I walked past the front of the church about 5:30 AM and the front doors of the church were wide open and the sanctuary was brightly lit, welcoming all who sought a few quiet moments. Once my husband returned from setting up his transition area, we took advantage of your hospitality once again with bagels and coffee and "indoor plumbing" until shortly before his swim start. I am a lifelong Episcopalian, and we are members at St. Peter's in Charlotte. What we experienced this weekend at Saint Paul's, as a nervous first time Ironman participant and an anxious wife was truly an embodiment of the old sentiment "The Episcopal Church Welcomes You." Thank you for seeking to serve others through this outpouring of love and support for athletes and their families. I found deep comfort while being there.
Sincerely,
M. H.
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Dear Saint Paul's Family,
Wow, what a weekend! We had dozens of parishioners from age 5 to 80+ participate in our Saint Paul's Ironman Weekend. Thank you for welcoming athletes and their families and supporters to Saint Paul's and to the Augusta community through cooking, setting up, serving, cleaning, organizing, encouraging, giving directions, cheering, and demonstrating love and hospitality to our guests. Special thanks to our team captain this year: George Barrett with Swim Gear Drop, Susan Muir and Martha Scroggs with decorating and set-up, Eric Friedman with the Pasta Dinner, Ranie Neislar with the Cheer Station, and Anita Tanner with Hospitality and Cookie Baking and thank you to all the parishioners who worked so hard and demonstrated such love and kindness. Next year will be the 10 year anniversary of the Augusta Ironman 70.3 and we are already looking forward to a special celebration!
Thank you,
Kim Butler
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| Our Schedule This Sunday |
October 1 |
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8:00
AM
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Holy Eucharist Rite II (no music) |
8:30 - 9:30 AM
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Continental Breakfast Tyler Hall
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9:30 - 10:30 AM
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Christian Formation for all ages |
10:30 - 10:45 AM
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Coffee & Conversation
Tyler Hall
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11:00 AM
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Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Saint Paul's and Canterbury Choirs
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Following 11:00
AM Service
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Lemonade on the Lawn
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4:00 PM
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Blessing of the Animals
Churchyard
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5:30 PM
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Service of Commemoration
for the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation
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5:30 - 7:15 PM
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EYC at Saint Paul's
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Philippians 2:1-13; & Matthew 21:23-32.
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| Rector's Discretionary Fund
1st Sunday Offering - Your generous non-pledged offerings (cash and designated checks) on the first Sunday each month support our clergy's Discretionary Account. Frs. Muir and Jenkins use these funds to meet urgent needs within our community, to further the ministries of the church when other funds are not available, and to support community programs and institutions that serve those in need.
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 Adult Formation: A Life of Grace for the Whole World
Beginning this Sunday, 9:30-10:30 AM, Berlin Room
What are the connections and implications between environmental realities and core issues of Christian faith, morality, and spirituality? Join this seven week program of prayerful inquiry and discernment for ourselves and our church.
A workbook ($9) accompanies this program. Two meeting opportunities weekly: Sunday 9:30-10:30
AM & Wednesdays Noon-1:00
PM.
More information included in this email.
Contact Rev. Jenkins
with questions.
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The Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 1, 4 PM, The Churchyard
In the spirit of Saint Francis, bring your feathered, furry, multi-legged, or scaly friends for a celebration and blessing Sunday October 1, at 4
PM
in the Churchyard. The Saint Paul's Blessing of the Animals is cosponsored by The Augusta Humane Society. Please consider an optional donation of one of the following items to The Augusta Humane Society: paper towels, bleach, Dawn detergent, 13-gallon garbage bags, or a cash donation. All animals must be on a leash or in a carrier.
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 EYC (Episcopal Youth Community, grades 6-12)
Sunday, 5:30 - 7:15
PM
P
lease note the time.
EYC will attend an ecumenical service of several area churches hosted at Saint Paul's beginning at 5:30
PM. Youth will sit together! Discussion and dinner will follow the service in the Berlin Room, and we will wrap up around 7:15
PM. If you have questions, please
contact Ranie
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 Service of Commemoration for the 500th Anniversary of the Protestant Reformation
Sunday, October 1, 5:30 PM, Saint Paul's
Sunday, October 1 at 5:30
PM Saint Paul's Church will host a service of commemoration for the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. This service brings together congregations throughout the CSRA who represent a broad range of Protestant Churches in our community.
Plan to join together as we commemorate this anniversary.
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| Next Week |
October 2- October 8 |
 Welcome to Saint Paul's For Newcomers and Visitors
Sunday, October 8, 10 AM, The Parlor
New to the Saint Paul's community? Please join us at an informal gathering for newcomers and visitors, Sunday, October 8, 10
AM, in the Parlor. Get your questions answered and meet some of our staff and parish leaders in an informal gathering in the parlor.
RSVP to Elisabeth in the Parish Office. If this time is not convenient, we are always happy to meet at another time. Please contact us!
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 Coat Drive Begins Sunday, October 8
Coats for Kids at Craig-Houghton begins next Sunday. PLEASE help keep our young friends warm this winter!
Fall is officially here although it may not feel like it yet! Many students at Craig will NEED coats and jackets when the weather cools off. We can use heavy coats, lightweight jackets, fleece jackets, sweatshirt jackets, boys and girls coats, gloves, mittens and hats too. All sizes are needed, children's size 6-16 and adult sizes S, M & LG, new and gently used are accepted. Great places to pick up a coat or jacket are Target, Old Navy, Costco and TJ MAX. Cash donations are happily accepted also! Donation boxes are located in the Narthex and Tyler Hall.
Questions please contact Kathy Enicks.
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 Second Sunday Birthday Celebration
Sunday, October 8, 10:30
AM, Tyler Hall
Next Sunday, October 8, is Birthday Sunday. Join us during "Coffee and Conversation" (10:30 - 10:45
AM) in Tyler Hall. ALL are invited to our brief but joyful celebration for all whose birthdays fall in October.
See who's celebrating in October!
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Senior EYC (grades 10-12)
Saturday, October 7, 3 PM
Saturday, October 7, Senior EYC (grades 10-12) will gather together for Paintball at 3
PM! After two hours of play we will head downtown for dinner together at Nacho Mama's and finish up by 6:30
PM. $40 per person, including dinner! Invite a friend, or two!
Email Ranie with questions.
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 Episcopal Relief & Development Hurricane Relief Fund
Episcopal Relief & Development works closely with church partners after disasters, equipping them to meet needs of those most vulnerable in their communities. Currently, our staff is responding to areas devastated by multiple Hurricanes, and watching developing tropical storms. Because of our strong diocesan partnerships, Episcopal Relief & Development is ready to assist in the recovery of the impacted areas for as long as necessary. You can help provide critical relief to affected communities by donating to our Hurricane Relief Fund. To donate and read the latest updates, visit episcopalrelief.org/hurricanes2017.
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The Saint Paul's Choir needs basses
The Saint Paul's Choir needs basses. Could this be your contribution to our worship? Please contact Director of Music, Keith Shafer, and let him know of your interest. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings from 7-8:30
PM and Sunday mornings at 10
AM.
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 Tuesday's Music Live
Tuesday, October 10, 12 noon
Tuesday's Music Live, 30th season continues Tuesday, October 10, at 12 noon, with a free concert by the Mark Valenti, pianist. Lunch, catered by It's Official, is available after the concerts by advance reservation. The cost is $12 per person. The full schedule including lunch menus is available at
www.TuesdaysMusicLive.com
. Advance lunch reservations, $12 per person, required. Private tables are available for parties of 4 or more, and large groups can be accommodated. More than 150,000 music-lovers have attended the series since it began. The concerts are often standing-room-only with 200 staying for the elegant catered lunch in the River and Berlin Rooms.
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 Second Wednesday Fellowship Dinner
Wednesday, October 11, 6-7 PM, Tyler Hall
Join us for our monthly fellowship dinner, Wednesday, October 11, catered by Janet Ferguson, owner of It's Official Events Unlimited. On the menu: ham, collard greens, mac and cheese, and dessert. $5 per person; $15 max per family. A reservation is not required; however, if you know you plan to attend, please
RSVP to Todd Shafer so that we can be the best hosts.
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 Fall Primetime Party
Sunday, October 15, 6-8 PM
Save the Date for the Fall Primetime Party (Adults 50+) Sunday, October 15, at the home of Millie and Steve Whitney. Details to follow.
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 Saint Paul's Church Night on the River
Friday, October 27, 6:30 - 9 PM
Come celebrate God's good creation with an evening of locally sourced music, food, drink, and fellowship! Let's share our passions for God's creation, our connection to it and each other, and explore our role as caretakers of creation. We'll consider the ties between faith and the environment, and discuss how we can pursue care of creation in our community. This celebratory evening, sponsored by the Creation Care team, complements "A Life of Grace for the Whole World" formation class which begins this Sunday, October 1.
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Open Sunday for Altar Flowers
November 19 & November 26 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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News from our Neighboring Parishes
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| First Annual Oyster Roast - Vestry Fundraiser
Saturday, October 7, 4-6 PM, Church of Our Savior
Oysters on the half shell & low country boil - $35;
Crab legs, oysters, and low country boil - $45;
Crab legs and low country boil - $35.
All meals include low country boil: potatoes, smoked sausage, corn on the cob, and shrimp: slaw and rolls. Tickets available from Vestry members and the Parish Office (706) 863-1718. For more information,
Flyer Posted Here.
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Are we missing your birthday?
Our "Second Sunday"
Birthday Celebration
will be October 8. Please Join us.
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