September 9, 2018 | 16th Sunday after Pentecost
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Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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Lord Jesus Christ,
who hast built thy Church
upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets:
mercifully grant that building upon thee, the chief
cornerstone, with beauty and substance,
we may raise here at St Timothy's a
faithful people and a holy temple to thy glory.
May we and generations yet to come learn to praise thee
more and more in spirit and in truth.
Amen.
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From the Rector | In Touch
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Although it is not new, I recently discovered the online ordering feature of the Starbucks app. My tolerance for weak coffee is low and I have discovered that I function best when I’ve had a grande bold coffee as soon as mass is over in the mornings. In the past, I would take off my vestments and scoot on down to Oakwood and buy one. But now, I can pull up my app and place my order whilst I’m still in the sacristy. When I arrive it is prepared and paid before just waiting on me to pick it up. As much as I love it, I quickly discovered that I missed the conversation with the baristas. One of our choral scholars was a barista before he moved in Indiana and I enjoyed a brief chat every morning, especially since we rarely had a chance to talk on Sundays. I rarely speak to bookstore employees about recommendations because, of course, I have Amazon. Jimmy John’s delivered my sandwich on a busy day this past week, ordered again, online. We can go through an entire day, still enjoying the conveniences of life, and never interact with another human being, and I think we are the worse for it.
I have a theory that romanticism is a desire for contact without a filter. The more steps or filters we place between persons or things, contact gives way to convenience. For instance, romantics like writing letters more than email, not because email is wrong, but putting pen to paper means you are putting yourself in the correspondence, your style, the pressure of the pen, etc. It’s personal contact.
One of the great powers of liturgy traditionally celebrated is that it brings in all of our senses, it demands a response from the whole person, and thereby puts the whole person in contact with our worship of Jesus Christ. We can livestream our liturgies for the greater good and we can offer all sorts of virtual formation offerings, and we will. But these are all supplements to the direct contact we receive in the Holy Eucharist.
Often times I’ll hear some say that traditional liturgy creates a barrier between the Christian and Christ. I could not disagree more. I think it removes all the barriers that we work hard to erect and puts us in direct contact with Our Lord. And maybe that is why it is sometimes uncomfortable.
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Starting this Sunday: Earlier Announcements
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Starting this Sunday, all masses will begin
right on time! Therefore, announcements will be made approximately 6-7 minutes before the liturgy begins. Come a bit early, find your pew, say a prayer of preparation, and listen to the important work of this parish.
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Adoration: Liturgy, Prayer, & Devotion
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Looking to Sunday September 9, 2018
The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Preacher: Fr Steve Rice
Celebrant: Fr DJ Griffin
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Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament is, at its core, a simple devotion. It extends from the Christian belief that Jesus Christ is sacramentally present in the Consecrated Bread and Wine. Since this is the Sacramental Presence of Our Lord, he is to be adored.
Benediction includes the singing of traditional hymns, a collect (prayer), the blessing of the people with the Sacred Host (consecrated bread) in a monstrance, followed by the Divine Praises and Psalm 117. Benediction is one of the more inclusive of the Church’s liturgies in that everyone can participate and adore the Sacramental Presence of Jesus Christ.
It is a beautiful devotion that often follows Evensong and is a beautiful and powerful end to Sunday. After we have received Christ in the Sacrament at mass, we quietly adore his Presence at Benediction.
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From the Choir Loft | Christin Barnhardt
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Arrive early for mass this Sunday because we will begin the first hymn at 9am and 11am. The opening voluntary and announcements will begin at 8:50am and 10:50am. At 8:50am this Sunday, Jeremy Rouse will play J.S. Bach's Invention No. 14 in B-flat Major on the xylophone. He will also play Bach's Invention No. 13 in A minor during communion. Thank you, Jeremy, for sharing your musical gifts in worship! As always, contact me if you would like to play your musical instrument or sing in mass.
Voluntaries:
Invention No. 14 in B-flat Major, J.S. Bach, Jeremy Rouse, xylophone
Sonata in E Major, K. 380, Dominico Scarlatti, Robert Matthews, piano
Fugue in C Minor, BWV 847, J. S. Bach, organ
Hymns:
Thou, whose almighty word, No. 371
When Christ was lifted from the earth, No. 603
Humbly I adore thee, No. 314
Father, we thank thee who hast planted, No. 302
O for a thousand tongues to sing, No. 493
The choir will sing John Rutter's anthem "God Be in My Head." We all sang this text last Sunday during communion: Hymn 694, " God be in my head, and in my understanding." The text is from
Sarum Primer, 1514, a prayer book collected by the Salisbury Cathedral clergy. "Sarum" is the abbreviation for "Sarisburium," Latin for "Salisbury," both a city and a diocese in southern England.
God be in my head, and in my understanding;
God be in mine eyes, and in my looking;
God be in my mouth, and in my speaking;
God be in my heart, and in my thinking;
God be at mine end, and at my departing.
Friendly reminder that the Parish and Schola choirs have resumed mid-week rehearsals - Tuesdays at 6pm - and we are welcoming new singers. Contact me at christin@sttimothys.ws or 336-406-0134 with questions or to express your interest.
See you Sunday,
Christin
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Formation: Sunday Morning
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Sunday is our Small Group kick-off for the season! We have four small groups that meet here at St. Timothy’s between the 9 and 11 Masses. Small Groups are 6-12 people who meet regularly to build deeper relationships with other Christians based on sincere conversations and study. These groups are based on discussions of the weekly Sunday Lessons, prayer for one another, and care for one another.
For more information, please feel free to get in touch with Father D. J. (frdj@sttimothys.ws) or one of our small group leaders:
Beth Morphis (bmorph@aol.com) - Drake Hall
James Connolly (jamestconnollyjr@gmail.com) - Drake Hall
Adrienne Beauchamp (adriennebeauchamp8@gmail.com) - Small Gribbin Conference Room
Kelly Hines (khines72@hotmail.com), Jeremy Rouse (rouseja@wfu.edu) - Large Gribbin Conference Room, G0
New Coffee Hour
In addition, as a new venture, each small group is taking turns hosting an open coffee hour in ECW Hall each Sunday at 10:15. If you are interested in joining a small group, but not sure how to jump in, please come to any of these open coffee hours and try it out, no strings attached. If it clicks for you, you can follow your small group to their regular meeting place the next week.
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) and all children’s formation begins Sunday! We welcome children ages 3 (and potty-trained) through Kindergarten to join us beginning at 8:45 AM in the Atrium for Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. We will join parents in the Nave at “the Peace.” During the 10:00am formation hour, the Atrium will host Level II Catechesis of the Good Shepherd for children ages Kindergarten through 3rd grade.
Many thanks to all who attended last week’s orientation session for Catechesis of the Good Shepherd in our new Atrium! We welcome parents of children ages 3 through 3rd grade and their children to join us tonight (9/9) from 6-7pm for another chance to get a sneak peek of this lovely space and to learn more about the methodology behind this beautiful work. The former PreK Nursery (C-2) has been transformed into a space for our children and adults alike to grow in God’s love. This evening will be our last scheduled orientation, but we are always happy to give anyone or group a tour of the room. Children will begin in C-3 (former Godly Play space) and parents will meet in C-5 and come together in the new Atrium by the conclusion of the gathering. Orientation sessions last about 45 minutes. Let Emily Ball know if you have any questions - emilynball@gmail.com or 704-996-5762.
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Children and Youth Formation Schedule
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The Nursery
Who: Infants through Age 3 & potty trained
When: Open from 8:45am - 12:30pm
The Atrium - Level I Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (formerly C-2)
Who: Ages 3 & potty trained through 5K/Readiness
When: Open from 8:45am - “The Peace” of the 9am mass when children will join parents in the Nave
The Discovery Room (formerly C-4)
Who: Ages 3& potty trained through 5K/Readiness
When: 10:15am - 11:00am
The Atrium - Level II Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (formerly C-2)
Who: Ages Kindergarten through 3rd grade
When: Open from 10:00am to 11:30am (Children may come and go as needed depending on which mass their family attends.)
Advanced Godly Play - Wonder Room (formerly C5)
Who: Ages 4th & 5th grade
When: 10:15am - 11:00am
Middle School EYC - Youth Room
Who: Ages 6th-8th grades
When: 10:15-11:00am
High School EYC - Gribbin Commons
Who: Ages 9th-12th grades
When: 10:15-11:00am
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Every single day we pray for those on our parish prayer list. You are welcome to add names each Sunday to the list in the narthex or you may do so online by clicking
here. Please note this list is not a request for pastoral care. To speak to a member of the clergy and/or request counseling, visits, and/or a sacrament, please call or email Fr Steve Rice or Fr DJ Griffin directly.
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The
altar arrangements
are given to the Glory of Almighty God and in honor of Joel & Laura Weston, Julian & Eileen Weston, David Weston, and Tom & Caroline Stopyra by Claudette Weston.
The
Our Lady of Walsingham Lamp
is given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of my sisters, Sylvia Fisher and Dot Rigsbee by Linda Skarzynski.
The
Sanctuary Lamp
is given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Kathi Roberts by Megan & Brian Farrell.
The
St. Timothy Shrine Lamp
is given to the Glory of God and in memory of Antonia Revilla Davila
by Ted & Oralia Johnson.
The
St. Michael the Archangel Lamp
is given to the Glory of God and with prayers for the protection of LTC Graham Green and all those in our armed forces by the women of St. Timothy’s.
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Our altars in the Church and Chapel are adorned weekly with flowers beautifully arranged by St. Timothy’s Flower Guild. Frequently the flowers are given in honor and/or memory of loved ones. The suggested donation to sponsor the flowers is $60. Is there a date coming up when you would like to honor someone or remember someone with a flower dedication? If so, please contact Ellen Turner at ellen@sttimothys.ws.
Also, are you interested in assisting the Flower Guild in arranging the flowers? If so, please contact Lea Thullbery at lea@sttimothys.ws.
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Hospitality for Officers on Sunday Mornings
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Please help welcome our Winston Salem police officer to services on Sunday mornings. Follow the link below to sign up to provide a snack. The officers enjoy homemade baked goods or breakfast items such as bagels, muffins, or pastries. If items contain nuts please label them. Snacks should be delivered to the basket at the welcome counter in the narthex on Sunday mornings. If you have questions please contact Megan Farrell at mrfarrell@triad.rr.com or 336.408.7779. Thank you for extending a warm welcome to our officers!
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Why do we report giving and attendance?
Following Jesus Christ is about faith and not figures. However, figures do shed some light on how we are living out our faith. There are many places in the Gospel where Jesus makes the connection between one's spiritual health and their relationship with monetary wealth. Generosity is a gift of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5.22). By reporting the giving, we shed light on the practicalities of supporting ministry and mission and these numbers remind us of our responsibility in generously giving to the spread of God's kingdom. The same is true with attendance. We have to be present to receive the Sacraments. Our priorities are best demonstrated by our bodies. If we want to see what matters the most to a person - we look at where their spend and where they stand.
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This new portal is easier to use and, once you create an account, you can keep up with your giving history. You can also give via check online.
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Give by Text -
336-697-6543
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This is amazing. I never have cash or a check, but I always have my phone. You can now give to the work of St Timothy's just by texting. Here's how it works:
1. Text an amount to
336-697-6543
2. You will be sent a link to set up your debit/credit card (take a few seconds)
3. Once complete, your transaction will go through and you number will always be associated with the card.
Plus, you can text "Funds" to see a specific fund. If you want to sponsor a lamp, you can text "25 st timothys" and it will go the St Timothy's Lamp, etc. If the fund isn't recognized, you'll get a list of all the funds and you text back the number of the fund you wish to give to
PS: This is not connected to your phone bill. It it connected to a card of your choice.
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