Greetings!
On Sunday, The Rev. Canon Dr. Victor Austin spoke between the services about his book, 'Losing Susan,' which chronicles the death of his wife. He also preached at the 9am and 11am services about the parable of the ten bridesmaids. He said that Matthew’s Gospel both begins and culminates with this command that we should keep watch and be vigilant to do what Jesus has taught us—to be wise, and not foolish. What do you think wisdom means, and how can we identify and follow it?
The Rev. Canon Dr. Victor Austin's
Sermon
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Periodically updates will be given about our Shaping Our Future projects. This first update is about our Columbarium/Memorial Garden Space:
With the money generously provided by the Capital Campaign, our first step in creating the Columbarium/Memorial Garden Space is evaluating the existing conditions of the space. The first goals will be to create a defined area the same level as the exit on the southeast side of the church, and to plan surface treatments within that space as well as exterior privacy walls.
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Vestry Nominations
The Vestry Nominating Committee consisting of Curtis Burlbaw, Bob Wood, Johnnie Sorrells, and Sue McNaughton will submit a slate of names for election at the Annual Parish Meeting on January 28, 2018. Please submit names of potential candidates to any of the committee members prior to December 10, 2017. The committee will determine each candidate’s eligibility and contact each person to ascertain his or her willingness to serve. The Committee thanks you in advance for your help in this very important matter.
Johnnie Sorrells, Committee Chairman
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Christmas Angels Posted in the Narthex!
We have over 100 angels to adopt from Burks Elementary and Community Lifeline Center. We are also asking for toys and parent gifts, so there are several ways to share Christmas joy. Please note there are some important changes this year: Children gifts must be unwrapped. Please provide 1 new roll of wrapping paper and tape per child. The
Christmas Angel Reception
will be on Tuesday,
Dec. 12
, from 5 - 7:30 p.m. Contact Lynn Christensen at 206-235-2431 or
nannycs4@yahoo.com
with any questions.
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Thanksgiving Dinner with Refugees
Gateway of Grace Ministries needs your help in
celebrating their 7th Thanksgiving Dinner with Refugees!
Whether it’s donating food, gift cards or volunteering to serve, there is a way for you to help many refugee families experience their first Thanksgiving Day Dinner. Find out more info and sign up
here
or contact Mtr. Kathy with questions at
kheitmann@stpetersmckinney.com
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Advent Sermon Series
The early church encouraged us to expect Christ's coming. We will be studying their words of encouragement throughout Advent, the season of our great hope.
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Advent Event - November 29
Come have dinner and make an Advent wreath to use at home. We will talk abo
ut how to prepare for Christmas with prayer. The meal will be spaghetti, a showdown between the family recipes of Fr. Perry and Mtr. Kathy. And instead of paying for dinner, we will collect gloves, hats, and scarves for the people at The Gathering. If you or your family wants to make an Advent wreath, pay $20 online, at the church, or at the door. Register for the event
here. Come and enjoy a great family evening at the church!
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Undie Sunday Thank You
We collected 400 pair of underwear with $200 in donations! Thank you for supporting Undie Sunday! Clean underwear for those who need it offers the blessing of dignity. For outreach questions contact Jamie St. Clair at
jstclair@stpetersmckinney.com
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1st Bowl Making Event for Empty Bowls McKinney 2018
Last Tuesday evening, over 50 people and artists came to a sold out bowl making event at our church in the Parish Hall. Over 120 bowls were made for the Empty Bowls McKinney 2018 event which will be held at the MPAC on Thursday, May 3, from 6 - 8pm. For more information contact Jamie St. Clair at
jstclair@stpetersmckinney.com. Register for the next bowl making event
here.
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Thanks to Girl Scout Troop #1161
A big thank you to Sonya Riley's Girl Scout Troop for providing a fun breakfast bar last Wednesday night!
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Young Families Dinner Thank You
Thank you so much to Judy & Tom Shaw and Ben Shaw & Grace Bai-Shaw for hosting the young families dinner at Cardinal Ranch! We enjoyed a hay ride complete with all kinds of farm animals and feasted on chicken stew, hot dogs & s’mores! If you have children ages 4 & under and would like to attend the next gathering, please contact Georgia at
gthompson@stpetersmckinney
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RUMP: Retired, Unemployed, Motivated Parishioners
Thank you to Carroll and Teena Baylow Alexander for hosting the RUMP tailgate party this past Saturday! If you are interested in participating in RUMP events, just RSVP to the next one or contact Richard Dill at 972-529-0436 or Diane Dill at 214-578-3206 for more information.
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Wednesday Night Dinner, Formation & Fun!
The Youth will be cooking and serving sloppy joes, tater tots, salad, and banana pudding tomorrow night! Dinner starts at 5:45pm. $5 per adult, $3 for children, $20 max per family.
For more info about:
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Ladies' Paint Night Out This Thursday!
Join us at Fair & Square on the McKinney Square for Paint Night this Thursday, November 16 from 6-8pm. Canvas, brushes, and all supplies included. Participants will be able to choose from several designs to paint or paint what they like! Drinks & dinner will be provided. Cost is $20. You can sign up and pay directly to Fair & Square:
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Work Day at St. Peter's This Saturday!
Sue McNaughton and Tad Murley have organized a work day for this Saturday, Nov. 18. Thank you to the Men of St. Peter’s for providing breakfast! The breakfast we be at 8 am and the work party will end around noon. If you have any questions, contact Sue at
suemcnaughton59@gmail.com
and Tad at
tad.murley@modetransportation.com
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Ren's Hens - Monday, Nov. 20
Women of the parish gather the 3rd Monday of each month to eat and enjoy one another's company at San Miguel Grill at 6:30pm. If you have any questions, contact Georgene Wood at
mgw@gardengraphicsinc.com
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Believe! 2017
Join us over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend on Saturday, November 25th, in downtown McKinney for the 12th annual race benefiting Holy Family School. Register early and reserve your race shirt at
www.playtri.com/believe.
Or sign up to volunteer
here.
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Holy Family Open House
Holy Family School invites you to join them for their Open House on Saturday, November 25th, from 8:30 - 11am. Tour the school, meet the staff, and enjoy a warming breakfast break during and after the Believe! 2017 race.
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Manger Scene Display
On Dec. 3, in the Parish Hall, mangers will be displayed from 9am until 1pm. Be a part of this beautiful display by offering your favorite and loved mangers to share.
Sign up here to bring a manger scene or contact Carolyn Hewitt at 214-215-5129 or Joan Cotter at 224-567-2893 for more information.
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December Parents' Night Out
Children ages 6 weeks through 5th grade are invited to join us for a Parents' Night out on December 9 from 5-8pm. Chickfila nuggets, fruit and cookies will be provided for dinner. Feel free to bring extra food, drinks or snacks for your child. The cost is $5 per child. To reserve a spot, contact Georgia at
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Christmas Cheer
Spread Christmas cheer on Sundays by wearing pajamas on December 3, festive socks on December 10, and Christmas sweaters or ties on December 17! All are welcome to enjoy special treats in the Parish Hall. A hot chocolate bar will be provided on December 3. If you are planning to bring cookies on Dec. 10 or sweet treats on Dec. 17, contact Tammy
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Shaping Our Future Donations
Parishioners are welcome to fulfill their pledges anytime from now through the end of 2020. To make sure donations to the Shaping Our Future campaign are processed correctly, please put "SOF" in the memo line. Also, please review the periodic contribution statements and your online giving information to make sure that your donation was processed in accordance with your wishes. If there are any questions, please contact Mariana Pearson at
972-562-1166 or
mpearson@stpetersmckinney.com.
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St. Peter's Community Cupboard
Our free community cupboard, available to anyone in need, is located outside of the Terrill House on Lamar St. We are now a well known community stop. Please help us continue to make this cupboard a year round stocked pantry. We would like to continually have water, toilet paper and paper towels available. Other helpful items include pop top canned food. Please bring bulk items to the church office so the cupboard can be restocked as needed or put any donations in the church donation bin. You can always place items directly in the cupboard at any time! Contact Kaye Woolery Moreno at 972-571-1156.
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