This Week At St. Matthew's
Sunday, September 2, 2018
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Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
10:30 a.m..
Family Eucharist Service
with Children's Sermon
*Nursery provided in the
Christian Education wing
for the 10:30 service
READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY :
The loose plate collection on the first Sunday of each month is designated to the Rector's discrectionary account. Please give generously as you are able.
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Please note: the church office will be closed Monday, September 3, for the Labor Day holiday.
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NO Sunday School
or
Adult Forum
This Sunday
Due to the Labor Day Holiday
See you next week!
Click here
to register online or to print out a registration form for 2018/2019 children and youth classes.if you have not already done so.
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St. Matt's Talent Show
Saturday, September 15
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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, I’m calling you to 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 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
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ST. MATTHEW'S FALL 2018
WEEKEND PARISH RETREAT
"
Connecting Through Stories"
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Stone Mountain Park
October 19
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, 20
th
& 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!
for information on dates and times.
Come join the choir!
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Youth Corner
YOUTH RETREAT WAS AWESOME!
August 3 - 5 the Junior and Senior high youth stepped back from cell phones and Ipads and spent a weekend together at Camp Tugalo in Toccoa as they reconnected with friends, grew in relationship with God and each other, and prepared for the school year. Many thanks to Holly Bond, Sheri & David Chandler, Morgan Fletcher, Mara DiGiovanni, Levi Livermont, Michael Chapman, John Byron, and Mother Liz for providing this awesome weekend for the youth, and to the many folks who worked behind the scenes to make it happen. Our youth are amazing, and so are you folks for making this happen for them! Thank you!
YOUTH GROUP ACTIVITIES gear up again next
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
begins
Wednesday, September 5 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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Sunday Morning Christian Formation Options
Several Adult Ed classes
are offered--there's something for everyone.
"Other Than Sunday" Offerings During the Week
Click the Icons below for more info:
Wednesdays With the Word
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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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Opportunities For Engagement
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Outreach
ST. MATT'S TALENT SHOW
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
See information included above in this publication.
SE GWINNETT CO-OP
Donations to the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministries can be placed in the barrels in the main hallway outside the parish hall door. They will be delivered promptly to the co-op. Thank you!
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
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.
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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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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SAFEGUARDING GOD’S CHILDREN AND PEOPLE TRAINING
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An additional Safeguarding class has been scheduled for
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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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 on 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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F YOU ORDERED T-SHIRTS FROM THE Youth Fundraiser
, you may pick them up in the parish hall. Please see Holly Bond or Amanda Livermont.
NANCY DRURY IS COLLECTING
worn out or outdated men’s ties, any style or fabric. A collection box will be in the Old Narthex. Thank you.
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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