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Sunday Services
7:30 am
8:30 am
10:45 am
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This Week at Chapel of Our Saviour
October 7, 2018 - Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost
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Things
are
Cookin' !
One of the many things that the members of Chapel of Our Saviour do well is get together and eat. The many parishioners who attended the Pignic last Saturday can attest to this from first-hand experience. The array of dishes, desserts, and beverages provided by our congregation was a veritable feast.
As always the pig was cooked to delicious perfection, thanks primarily to Birdie Lowery. This year his culinary skills were enhanced by the addition of a large, extraordinary, self-constructed smoker. If you have not had the chance to check out this impressive grill, please see the attached photo or wander over to the west side of the parish house and check it out for yourself. It was conceived, designed, materials procured, and constructed by members of this parish at essentially no cost to the church. Many thanks to Guy Theriot, Birdie Lowery, and Chris Ploegsma for their significant efforts in making this dream reality (and for the hearty feast it produced!). Be sure to say thanks when you see them for their commitment to this parish.
Your vestry
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Fall Community Dinners
The Fall Stewardship Campaign will be kicked off with a series of fun dinners. Every member of the congregation will be invited to one of the dinners, to be held in the homes of the Stewardship Committee, the Vestry, the Finance Committee.
All the dinners will be held in October, to coincide with the Stewardship Campaign, and to be completed by November 7, the Celebration Day to end the campaign.
Invitations will come along at random intervals as we complete dinners and as we make sure that everyone can attend. Be assured that you will have a place at the table.
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Welcome Mary Bach
Hi! My name is Mary Bach and I’m very excited to be a part of Chapel of Our Saviour; from what I know so far, I can tell it’s a close community of wonderful people.
I attended St. John’s Cathedral in Denver for as much of my childhood as I can remember. Growing up in the Episcopal church, I was raised on a steady diet of Godly Play and weekly youth group.
I completed the Colorado Youth Leadership Initiative (COYLI), and attended the bi-annual Quest retreats, both of which helped to form my faith and Episcopal identity. I have also attended and worked at the Episcopal camps up at Cathedral Ridge for as long as they’ve been around (circa 2012) and before.
From flash mobs in front of the Bishop, to tie-dye (my personal passion),
to waking up
at 3am
to the fire alarm going off because it needed new batteries, nothing has been more important to my life and my faith than Cathedral Ridge. This summer, I was given the opportunity to be the camp director, and work alongside Mother Krista and a wonderful staff of counselors and CITs to make camp happen for a new group of young Episcopalians.
Currently, I am a sophomore at Colorado College and work as an intern in the Chaplain’s Office, where I help to plan events primarily focused around interfaith text studies and interfaith prayer. While I haven’t decided on a major, I’m thinking of pursuing either religion or foreign languages, or maybe a dangerous combination of the two. In my free time, I love hiking, reading, and learning new languages (I’m currently working on Spanish, Latin, Hebrew, and ASL). I am thrilled that my faith journey has led me to Chapel of our Saviour and I can’t wait to meet everyone!
I hope you will join me in welcoming Mary this Sunday.
She will be working with us this fall to further enhance and strengthen our growing children and youth ministry programs. Welcome Mary! -David
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The 131st Annual Convention
of the Episcopal Church in Colorado
On October 26 and 27, Chapel of Our Saviour will send 5 delegates and 1 alternate delegate to attend the 131
st
Annual Convention of the Episcopal Church in Colorado.
At this year’s convention, the 11
th
Bishop of Colorado will be elected. More information about the bishop candidates is included below.
Our delegates to the convention are Meagan Cheney, Deborah Lowery, Susan Garsoe, Jack Sterling and Birdie Lowery. Guy Theriot is our alternate delegate in the event that one of our delegates cannot attend. These delegates were appointed, in accordance with the bylaws of the parish, by the Priest-in-Charge. In so doing Rev. Dill, in consultation with our Senior Warden Jack Sterling, sought delegates that would represent a broad cross-section of the congregation: early service attenders as well as later; families and empty nesters; long time members and newer members; male and female; and all of them active and vital participants in the many ministries ongoing here at Chapel. David and Krista will also attend the convention as clergy delegates and will also vote in the bishop election.
Between now and the convention, we hope that you will take some time to connect with all of those who will be taking part in the convention and election and share with them your questions and prayerful thoughts about what the next bishop might bring to our congregations.
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Bishop Candidate
Walkabout Schedule
Walkabout meetings will be your chance to personally meet the bishop search candidates, ask questions, and see them in action. The Walkabout will start Sunday, October 7, and will conclude at the end of the day on Friday, October 12. The Standing Committee urges every delegate and member of the clergy to attend a meeting as part of your discernment of who leads us in the next phase of our spiritual journey. All are welcome to attend any of these walkabout events.
Sunday, October 7, 2:00 to 6:00 pm
High Plains Region Visit
Monday, October 8, 5:00 to 8:00 pm
Front Range Region Visit
Tuesday, October 9, 5:00 to 8:00 pm
Northwest Region Visit
Wednesday, October 10, 5:00 to 8:00 pm
Southwest Region Visit
Thursday, October 11, 5:00 to 8:00 pm
Southwest Region Visit
Friday, October 12, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Sangre de Cristo Region
Volunteering
We are seeking those who would like to donate time to support the Walkabout Meeting in Denver on October 7 at Saint John's Cathedral. Volunteers are needed to provide directions and ensure guests feel welcome. Volunteers are needed from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm (3 hour shifts).
Sign up online to volunteer
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A Prayer for the Search Process
Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a bishop for this Diocese, and those in discernment with us,that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Chapel of Our Saviour and TESSA
to Host Athletic Directors Luncheon
**DATE CHANGE** Wednesday Oct. 24
Volunteers Needed to Bring Food
October 24th
Sign Up
HERE
Chapel of Our Saviour's Human Trafficking Survivor ministry led to a wonderful relationship with TESSA. Together, we are inviting Colorado Springs athletic directors to discuss ways that they can educate their young people about and prevent relationship violence. Please consider signing up to bring food for our luncheon on
October 24th
(click link above). Contact Krista for more information at
[email protected]
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Children's and Youth
Programs Have Started
for more information
SAVE THE DATE!
Upper Elementary Fall Party!
October 28 at 4 p.m. in the Upper Elementary room. More details coming soon!
Parent and Youth Dinner
Sunday, Oct. 14 from 4-5:30 pm. (more details to follow))
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Adult Formation - Fall 2018
Join us for Sunday Morning Adult formation groups at 9:40 am
This fall three simultaneous small group discussions will be offered every Sunday.
Each of these groups will meet in one of the classrooms or meeting spaces in the parish house during the regular 9:40-10:30 am Sunday formation time.
You are invited to attend a different discussion every week, or pick one to attend regularly.
Please join us and invite a friend.
All are very welcome.
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Encounters at the Well
Oct. 7 – Inspired Collages – Cindy Long
Join leader Cindy Long as we are use one of today’s readings to create an inspired collage of magazine images and words.
Upcoming Encounters...
Oct. 14 - Group Praying In Color Project – Michele Engle
Michele Engle will be leading a group Praying In Color exercise for both youth and adults.
Oct. 21 – Make Your Own Artistic Journal – Susan Garsoe
We’ve learned a bit about Spiritual Journaling, now its time to make our own artistic journals with creative materials and guidance provided by Susan Garsoe
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Oct. 28 - Santos Art Interpretation & Appreciation – Christopher Keith
Christopher Keith is an authority on Santos Art. Join us in Casey Hall as he explains the symbolism of etchings of over one dozen saints.
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Gateway to Presence
Each Sunday participants will be introduced to and invited to practice a different "gateway" to Contemplative Prayer.
Oct. 7
- Chanting as an entry into prayer
Oct. 14
- (Tentatively) - Taize worship
Contact Jan or Michael Lundy:
Parents of Young & Young-ish Children
Being a parent is one of the most profound practices of love we may experience. It is also one of the most challenging experiences life may bring. The support of a church community full of other parents helps us grow as individuals and provides support in this holy life work. This small group will be a time to reflect with other parents and grow in prayerful community.
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Family Promise/IHN Update
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**NEW volunteers*** that will have direct contact with families must attend one of two trainings on Thursday October 11.; either 10 am or 5 pm in Casey Hall. Training will last approximately one hour. Background information forms will be filled out at that time. Contact: Patty Smith
[email protected]
Chapel of Our Saviour will host area homeless families for the second time this year October 28-November 4 in our Parish House classrooms and offices. We will offer a warm place to sleep, nutritious meals, comfort, and lots of love. Approximately 50 parishioners are needed to care for and feed our guests. Please prayerfully consider opening your hearts to the last and the least of our community. Volunteer opportunities include making and serving meals, spending time in the evening with families, sleeping over, doing laundry, setting up and dismantling bedrooms. Sign up will begin in early September.
The Family Promise Day Center is always in need of housewares and linens. After successfully completing the program, families either move into transitional or permanent housing, and need household staples to make their house into a home. The Day Center, located at 519 N. Tejon St., will graciously accept your gently used goods.
Thank you all, for the myriad ways in which you are God's hands on earth, in our community.
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WEEKLY & MONTHLY STUDY GROUPS
Weekday Wednesday Bible Studies
(Parish House)
7:00am
A study in Luke
9:45am
Bible study resumes Oct. 17. Topic to be determined.
Thursday Book Group
10:00am
"God Of Love: A Guide to the Heart of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam" by Mirabai Starr
Chapel Reading Guild
Third Tuesday of the Month 6:30 pm
(Dining Room)
October 16:
"
Educated
," by Tara Westover.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Read the monthly
Thrift House Newsletter
(Volume 1, Number 3)
HERE!
DOK Afternoon Tea
Save the Date!
Our Chapter of the Daughters of the King invite you to an afternoon tea, Sunday,
October 14 at 2 p.m
in the dining room. Ladies of any age are welcome. Come and enjoy refreshments and find out about Daughters Of The King.
Questions? Call Deborah Lowery
(719)648-9602
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Chapel Chamber Players Autumn Production of
“What the Masque Reveals”
October 20
th
, 2018 at 2:00 pm
Chapel Sanctuary
This production features the Chapel Chamber Players strings, singers and readers, with the words of Foote, Leroux, Piave and Shakespeare. CCP presents a dramedic masque of solos, duets, trios and quartets. There will be an audience sing-along from The
Wizard of Oz,
musical selections from
The Phantom of the Opera
,
Rigoletto
and
Wicked
and instrumental music of Khachaturian, Ravel, Respighi and Geminiani Attend the Reception afterwards in Casey Hall. Information: (719) 471-7637 or [email protected]
8@6 Dinners
What’s 8@6? It is an evening of fellowship with others from Chapel of Our Saviour. It is an opportunity to enjoy a pot luck dinner with about 8 participants at 6 pm on a Saturday evening in a home. Those who enjoyed these dinners last year asked if we could plan four dinner this year, so here are the dates:
November 3, January 12, March 2, and May 4.
We need a few hosts for each evening, who will plan the dinner and provide the main course. They will get in touch with those who will join them. Others will bring an appetizer, salad, or dessert. While the food is always delicious, the fellowship is even more delightful. These dinners are a wonderful way to get to know other parishioners in a social setting. We especially encourage those who are new to Chapel to join us for the opportunity to meet others.
There is a sign-up sheet for the November 3 dinner in the narthex of the church. Those who sigh up can expect a call the Sunday or Monday before the dinner. Please come and join us!
Questions? Please call Linda Rowe 459-8698.
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Music Notes
- Children's Choirs: Wednesdays 5:30-6:15 pm for Pre-K, K, and 1st graders. 6:30-7:15 for 2nd through 5th grade. We meet at Broadmoor Community Church. All are welcome; bring a friend! It's not too late to participate.
- Other musical opportunities: We can always find a place for you to participate, either as a solo or in a group. Talk with Bonnie about sharing.
- Once-a-Month Choir: Oct. 14. Anthems are Seek to Serve and Taste and See.
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Thursday Morning Eucharist -Saint Mary Chapel @ 7 am
Join us at every Thursday for Eucharist followed by breakfast and lively conversation. All are welcome.
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VOLUNTEER & SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
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OUTREACH
Visit the Outreach web page for more information or contact Mary Beth Shively, to discuss how you can help to make a difference in the lives of our less fortunate neighbors
Outreach Meeting
You are all welcome to come to the next Outreach Committee meeting on
Wednesday, October 10 at 1:30
pm in the Dining Room of the Parish Hall.
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The Thrift House
Volunteers are needed to work at the Thrift House during the first 2 weeks of the month. To volunteer, please contact Teri Orthwein at: [email protected] or call (719)375-0502. Shoppers and donations of gently used items are greatly appreciated!
Read the monthly Thrift House Newsletter (Volume 1, Number 3)
HERE!
B Street Food Pantry -Bring a Can
On Sunday, please put your donation in the basket by the baptismal font. Otherwise, the little red wagon will be just inside the main door of the Parish House and donations may always be dropped off there.
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The Lord’s Dinner October 7
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!
Can you come help prepare, serve, or clean up on Sunday, October 7th? Lord's Dinner is Chapel's opportunity to serve the homeless by preparing and serving a meal three times a year. We meet at the Parish Hall behind Sacred Heart Church on the corner of West Colorado Avenue and 21st Street. Preparation of the meal occurs from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and serving and clean up from 6:00 to 7:30pm. Everyone is welcome! If you can only come for part of the time, that's fine too. Please contact Liz Nichol, (719) 578-9061, so she has a feel for how many cooks, servers and bottle-washers she'll have. If you are under the age of 18, you will need a signed parental consent form and release of liability. Hope to hear from you!
Training Opportunity for the Lord’s Dinner
On October 1, 2018, from 4:00 -5:30 pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, there will be a gathering for fellowship and Lord’s Dinner updates. Also, Diane Verlinde will teach a class on the unique nutritional needs of people experiencing poverty. Please RSVP to
[email protected]
and
[email protected]
if you want to attend.
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Responding to Hurricanes
Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) invites you to partner with them as they support dioceses that are preparing to respond to hurricanes and other tragic storms. ERD responds to storms in the United States through partnerships with Episcopal dioceses. Their US Disaster team offers resources and training to help people prepare for disasters and provide emergency support so those most impacted can make a sustained recovery after the storm. The benefit of partnership with Episcopal churches is that these congregations are already deeply integrated within their communities - they are there before responders arrive and will remain long after the news cameras have gone. On Friday, September 14, Hurricane Florence made landfall. More than 35 inches of rain fell in parts of North Carolina. Major flooding continues throughout the Carolinas and southern Virginia. In North Carolina, local officials believe tens of thousands of homes have been damaged so far, with weeks of challenges on the horizon. ERD is responding in a variety of ways. For example, ERD partnered with the Episcopal Diocese of East Carolina, the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina and the Episcopal Farmworker Ministry, to provide emergency assistance to migrant and seasonal farmworkers including water, food, cleaning supplies, hygiene kits, clothing and transportation to safe locations in two counties in eastern North Carolina. Please continue to pray for those impacted by Hurricane Florence. Donations to the Hurricane Relief Fund will help Episcopal Relief & Development respond to this crisis. Your donation will meet urgent needs by providing critical supplies such as food, water and other basics and will help ERD to provide long-term assistance as needed.
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FELLOWSHIP
This Sunday's Fellowship will be provided by
Daughters of the King (DOK)
Next Sunday's Fellowship will be provided by
Choir and Bell Choir
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Senior Staff
Vestry
Jack Sterling, Sr. Warden * Cliff Wieger, Jr. Warden * Barbara Lewis, Treasurer,
Betsy VanderWerf, Clerk * Tammy Boettner * Katherine Brennan * George Hammond
Sarah Hogan * Patti Marrison * Miles Mathieu * Christine Owino * Mary Beth Shively
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