This Week At St. Matthew's
Sunday, September 9, 2018
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Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Sunday School and Christian Education*
10:30 a.m..
Holy Eucharist*
*Nursery provided in the
Christian Education wing
READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY :
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ST. MATTHEW'S DAY SUNDAY IS SEPTEMBER 23
and we're going to have very special services on that day. You won't want to miss it! We will be using liturgy from the earliest version of the
Book of Common Prayer, first published in 1549. Come experience this important piece of our ecclesiastical history.
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Sunday Morning Christian Formation Options
Several Adult Ed classes
are offered--there's something for everyone.
SUNDAY SCHOOL AND YOUTH CLASSES
SUNDAYS, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES FOR PRE-K THROUGH 5TH GRADE are held in the Christian Education wing.
The Nursery
is available for those under Pre-K age during the SS period.
YOUTH CLASSES, RITE 13 AND J2A (Journey to Adulthood) for middle and high school youth are held downstairs in the Undercroft classrooms (downstairs from the parish hall).
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St. Matt's Talent Show
Saturday, September 15
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HAVE YOU SIGNED UP TO PARTICIPATE YET?
Do you do something amazing?
Do you create something amazing?
WE WANT TO SEE IT!
Come and show us part of your personal story by sharing your talent!!
St. Matthew's, come and show us all how much amazing talent this church has.
We’re looking for
PERFORMANCE AND ARTISTIC ART/CRAFTS
for this year’s talent show.
TALENT FROM ALL AGES INVITED TO PARTICIPATE
To take part in the show, please speak to Liz Livermont by Sunday, September 9th.
phone: 770-367-2182 or
Silent Auction and Ice Cream Social
follows the performance.
Tickets On Sale Sundays and At the Door.
$10 Adult
$5 Student
$25 Family
All proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.
COME JOIN THE FUN!!
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ST. MATTHEW'S FALL 2018
WEEKEND PARISH RETREAT
"
Connecting Through Stories"
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Stone Mountain Park
October 19
th
, 20
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& 21
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Make Your Plans Now! You don't want to miss this fun weekend!
Terri Ingalls, Professional Storyteller, will lead featured workshops and campfire activities
Parish Sign Up
-- fill out a registration card at church so we can get a head count for meals and activities.
(You may pay the registration fee separately from registration. Make checks payable to St. Matthew's and note Retreat in the detail.)
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CHOIR PRACTICES HAVE RESUMED!
Come join the choir!
Cherubs, Children's, Epiphany, Bell Choir, or Sanctuary--there's something for everyone!
for information on dates and times.
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Youth Corner
YOUTH GROUP meets
Sunday, September 9 at 6:00 p.m
. in the Undercroft. ALL youth of the parish 6th - 12th grades are invited to be a part of this exciting year. For more information, contact
Holly Bond or
Amanda Livermont.
DIVE BIBLE STUDY FOR HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH
meets
Wednesday, September 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the Youth room (adjoining the large room downstairs). For more information on this dynamic Bible study please contact
Mother Liz or
Amanda Livermont..
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"Other Than Sunday" Offerings During the Week
Click the Icons below for more info:
Wednesdays With the Word
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Opportunities For Engagement
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Outreach
CAN YOU HELP?
St. Matthew's is doing a
BBQ dinner for the Snellville Police Dept on September 11 at 5:00 p.m.
David Geist is preparing and providing the meat for the dinner.
We need donations of side dishes*, canned drinks, desserts**, paper goods and utensils for approximately 32 officers.
All items would need to be delivered to St. Matthew's on Tuesday, 9/11 by 3:30 p.m. unless you are able to bring it directly to Snellville Police Department at 4:45 pm.
If you are dropping items off at church please label with Snellville Police Department. Please contact
Becky Olbon
at 678-464-8273
with any questions and to let her know what you are able to provide to help make our officers feel the love of St. Matthew's.
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Suggested sides
: baken beans, potato salad, cole slaw, cornbread, macaroni and cheese, individual bags of chips, fruit salad
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Desserts
should be individual treats.
Snellville Police Department
2315 Wisteria Drive SW
Snellville
Thank you to all--It's The People!
ST. MATT'S TALENT SHOW
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
See information included above in this publication.
SE GWINNETT CO-OP
Click here to learn more about the current needs at the co-op.
Click here to learn more about the SE Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry and its important work in our community--and how YOU can help!
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
ST. MATTHEW'S
CAR SHOW
Saturday, October 13, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
For Questions or to sponsor a trophy:
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Fellowship
BREAKFAST IS BACK AT 9:00 a.m. Thank you to those who have signed up to prepare and serve breakfast on Sundays thus far.
Is it time for your committee to volunteer again? Speak with
Nancy Drury to receive $75.00 towards the purchase breakfast supplies.
The Fellowship Committee is always looking for more members! If you love to plan fun gatherings to promote Christian fellowship, this is the place for you! Speak with
Oscar De Leon or
Nancy Drury if you think you might be interested.
Can you help with the Parish Retreat?
We will need help setting up, serving meals and clean up after meals, as well as help in other areas. Help make this special parish weekend happen!
Contact Oscar De Leon for more information.
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LUNCH BUNCH RETURNS TO THURSDAY
September Lunch Bunch will gather
Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 12 noon at
1910 Public House
107 Main Street
Old Town Lilburn
770-564-6911
Lunch Bunch is a monthly gathering of women and men who enjoy good food and lively conversation. All are invited. Reservations are not required. Come and join the Bunch! Please contact Gini Peterson if you have questions, or to let her know you will attend this month.
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GUYS NIGHT OUT - TRIVIA!
Wednesday, September 19
7:00 p.m.
Guy's Night Out meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at McCray's Tavern in Lawrenceville. All men of the parish are invited to come join in the fun, and bring a friend! For more information contact
Levi Livermont.
McCray's Tavern
100 N. Perry St.
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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What's Happening Around St. Matt's
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CHURCH LIFE -- UPDATE NOW TO THE NEW APP,
CONNECT - OUR CHURCH COMMUNITY
Get connected through our new App! Download the
Connect - Our Church Community to your phone from the same Log In page (
Create a new account and use invite code: “stmatthewssnellville”), and have access to the directory, connect with Ministry groups, Upload your photo and keep up with your Giving or make a Pledge.
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INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN ACOLYTE?
Our Acolytes are always welcoming new members. We invite anyone ages third- through twelfth grade who would like to serve as an acolyte and join us. If you are interested or want to learn more about the Acolyte Ministry, come and join us during an
information and orientation session after each of the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. service this Sunday, Sept. 9.
For more information, ask an acolyte, a M.O.M.S. (Many Offering Much Support) or contact Jay Jones,
dockjones@gmail.com, 404-217-8172.
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SAFEGUARDING GOD’S CHILDREN AND PEOPLE TRAINING
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An additional Safeguarding class has been scheduled for
next Saturday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
. This class is
mandatory
for vestry, staff, and anyone working with children or in ministry with adults
in the church. If you have never received this training or it has been three years since you have done so, please plan to attend this class. Please contact
Amanda Livermont
with questions.
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THERE ARE SEVERAL SWEATERS AND COATS
hanging on the coat rack in the hallway by the door. Please check to see if any of them are yours. Items not claimed by September 15 will be donated.
A HEARING AID
was found on the church campus. If it is yours, please contact the church office at 770-979-4210 during regular business hours.
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Diocesan Acolyte Festival At St. Philip's
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THE DIOCESAN ACOLYTE FESTIVAL
is scheduled for October 27, 2018, with check-in starting at 9:00 a.m. This exciting event will include Fun and Engaging Workshops and Acolyte Olympics: team building activities for acolytes of all ages.
The Rev. Canon C. John Thompson-Quartey will participate fully in the festival by leading special sessions designed to help acolytes develop their leadership skills. The Festival will conclude with the Festive Holy Eucharist, featuring dozens of acolytes serving in various roles.
Every carpool must have at least one adult that has completed the Safeguarding God’s Children certification within the past 3 years.
Registration is now open and closes on Friday, October 12, 2018.
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Events and Serving Schedules
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SERMON ON THE AMOUNT - AUGUST 2018
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St.Matthew's Episcopal Church | P770-979=4210 | stmatts@bellsouth.net | itsthepeople.org
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