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September 7, 2018- Vol 11, Issue 36
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Sunday Ministry Assignments
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Altar Guild
Beth Smith
Sandy McBeth
Ushers
Lectors
Presenters
Tom & Donna Cote
Eucharistic
Mini
sters
8 AM
Donna Young
10 AM Sandi Johnaon
Art Slocum
Greeters
Don & Gail Holm
Flower Guild
Louis Graham
Flower Delivery
Lynne Moughty
Coffee
8 AM Lorraine Crocker
10 AM Jeannie Muir. Gayle
Gurney, Dianne Wasmuth
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Birthdays September
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11 Brock Jones
Blair Farley
Sarah Heath
12 J. Victor Cloutier
14 Van McLaughlin
15 Steve Day
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Anniversaries September
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9 Sarah & Adam Pelletier
Don & Sandi Johnson
10 Richard & Sylvia Rollins
11 Tom & Donna Cote
13 David & Kathleen Bentley
Thomas & Cheryl McCarriston
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Rector's Reflections
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God Is Partial
Again and again throughout biblical history, God is partial to caring for the poor, the weak, and the outcast. Which is why, perhaps, Jesus' response to the Syrophoenician woman takes us by surprise: "Let the children be fed first, for it is not fair to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs" (Mark 7:27).
The Syrophoenician woman acts in faith. She engages Jesus with what she believes to be true about him: that through him God's mercy will extend even to her. Despite the distinctions that separate them (including race, gender, and religion), she believes Jesus is a Savior who has the power to heal all people and that she, although not a Jew, is a member of the household of God.
The second reading, from James, reminds hearers then and now that the Christian community's actions are to be shaped by God's partiality. God has chosen the poor to be rich in faith. While the world values the rich, the poor are God's own treasure, made honored guests and royal heirs through baptism. The community is called to a partiality based on God's values, not the world's. [Sundays and Seasons, 2018]
Beloveds, the waters of baptism wash away all distinctions. Like streams breaking forth in the desert, these waters surprise us with mercy in unexpected places. These waters open our eyes, unstop our ears, and loose our tongues to see, hear, and speak God's partiality for the poor, the weak, and the outcast. Baptized into Christ's death and resurrection, the Spirit fills us with faith-a faith active in showing and sharing mercy that knows no limits.
At All Saints all are invited to gather around the table, rich and poor, haughty and humble, saint and sinner to receive a feast fit for the family of God. All are honored and all are fed, because the Lord is the maker of us all and all are loved-no exceptions!
See you in worship,
Bill+
P.S. We welcome The Rt. Rev. A. Robert Hirschfeld, the Tenth Bishop of the
Episcopal Church of New Hampshire
back to
All Saints Wolfeboro
this Sunday. The last time he was here we put him in a bucket to bless our solar array. This year Bishop Rob will stay on terra firma as our celebrant and preacher for both 8:00 +10:00 am worship services.
Sundays Readings:
Psalm 125
- Those who trust in the Lord stand fast forever
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Responding to the Generosity + Hospitality of God
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Ministry Moments:
Responding to the Generosity + Hospitality of God
As we continue to be a community of love gathered by God, for the sake of the world, you are invited to reflect and commit how you will connect and share the
material goods, spiritual gifts, and time God has blessed you with through our shared ministry together. Please share your story by completing and returning the pledge form (available in the narthex lobby)
through the offering during worship or return to the church office (or offering plate) by September 9th.
Thank You!
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Reclaiming Jesus Bible Study and Discussion 9/12
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A group of Protestant and Roman Catholic leaders, including Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, have begun what they call a campaign to "reclaim Jesus" from those who they believe are using Christian theology for political gain. The group says the church's role is to change the world through the life and love of Jesus Christ, while the government should serve the common good by protecting justice and peace, rewarding good behavior while restraining bad behavior. "When that role is undermined by political leadership, faith leaders must stand up and speak out," the signers say, citing the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. who said the church is the conscience of the state, not its master or its servant.
We hope you will consider joining us as we open scripture and wrestle with these timely topics.
On Wednesday, September 12 at 5:30 pm in the Beck Library we gather for an hour of Bible Study and discussion about:
"Change the World Through the Life and Love of Jesus Christ"
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Red Cross Blood Drive This Saturday 9/8
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There is an urgent need for blood. Please consider making a donation.
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Bishop Rob at Both Services This Sunday
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he Rt. Rev. A. Robert Hirschfeld will be our Celebrant and preacher on
Sunday, September 9th and receive Newcomers
at both services.
If you plan to be received as a new member, please contact the church office to let us know you will be here on the 9th
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The loose offering during the visit will be given to the Bishop's discretionary Fund. This fund is a way for you to participate in the wider ministry of the Bishop and the Episcopal Church of New Hampshire.
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Wolfeboro Reads
Tuesdays 4:00-5:30 pm, September 11th, 18th, and 25th
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There are copies of Brene Brown's Rising Strong available for borrowing for Wolfeboro Public Library cardholders for the Wolfeboro Reads meetings in September. This includes one audio book. --Susan Fuller
Join us in the Gathering Space at First Congregational Church Wolfeboro to discuss Rising Strong by Brene Brown the #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write the ending. Social scientist Brene Brown has ignited a global conversation on courage, vulnerability, shame, and worthiness. Her pioneering work uncovered a profound truth: Vulnerability--the willingness to show up and be seen with no guarantee of outcome--is the only path to more love, belonging, creativity, and joy. But living a brave life is not always easy: We are, inevitably, going to stumble and fall. It is the rise from falling that Brown takes as her subject in Rising Strong. As a grounded theory researcher, Brown has listened as a range of people--from leaders in Fortune 500 companies and the military to artists, couples in long-term relationships, teachers, and parents--shared their stories of being brave, falling, and getting back up.
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New for September 9/13
"Capturing the Depth of the Psalms"
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Thursdays at 3:00 pm in the Beck Memorial Library starting Sept. 13th
Live under the protection of God Most High and stay in the shadow of God All-Powerful. Then you will say to the
Lord, "You are my fortress, my place of safety; you are my God, and I trust you." The Lord will keep you safe from secret traps and deadly diseases. He will spread his wings over you and keep you secure. His faithfulness is like a shield or a city wall. Psalm 91
We will explore the spirituality of the Psalms and how they relate to th
e seasons of our lives. We will use Walter Brueggemann's model of orientation-disorientation-new orientation, that explores how the genres of the Psalms can be viewed in terms of their function. Join us as we hear anew these readings of ancient songs that illumine our human condition and spiritual longing in all their bold realism.
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Church School Begins 9/16
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Church School Begins Sunday, September 16th
All Saints' Church School registration is now OPEN for the 2018-2019 program year. We ask that all students be registered. Please complete the registration form (click here) to enroll your youth (kids, grandkids, neighbor's kids) for Church School. If you encounter any problems with the form, contact the church office at:
allsaints@metrocast.net
or 569-3453. Thank you.
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ECW Meeting and Coporate Communion 9/19
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There will be a meeting of the Episcopal Church Women on Wednesday,
September 19 with corporate communion at
9:30 followed by a meeting in the church library. We will have a guest speaker from Families in Transition and Hope House. Please join us!
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Volunteers Needed - See all dates below
Thursday Evenings 3:00-6:00 pm
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Thank you All Saints Dinner Bell Volunteers: Donna Young, Linda Siracusa, Bree Schuette, Don and Gail Holm, Ian Whitmore, and Paul Vivian!
Volunteers are needed for the following dates: 2 for September 20th, 1 for September 27th, 1 for October 4th, 2 for October 25th, 1 for November 15th, 2 for November 29th, and 2 for December 6th. Please sign-up in the Parish Hall. Thank you!
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Wolfeboro Serves: Interfaith Youth Group 9/23
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Jointly sponsored by All Saints Episcopal Church, Brewster Academy, and First Congregational Church Wolfeboro, UCC, Wolfeboro Serves is an interfaith youth group with a focus on community service. Meeting monthly, we gather students of GWRSD and Brewster in an effort to make a difference in the greater community.
Meeting Sunday, September 23rd 2:00-4:00 pm at First Congregational Church Wolfeboro to assemble hygiene kits.
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Wicked Fit Run 9/29
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All Saints is creating a team for the "Wicked FIT Run". Most of the team members will be walking with a few runners participating also. We have 3 team members so far and are seeking more. There will be an information/sign up table between services every Sunday until the race on
Saturday, September 29th
. We will also be accepting donations/walker sponsors at the table. For more information or to join the team, contact Lynne Slocum, 569-6438, or
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Update on New Neighbor Connection
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Our American tradition of neighbor helping neighbor has always been one of our greatest strengths and most noble traditions. ~Ronald Reagan
There are more than 1,500 immigrant and refugee students being served by Manchester School District's English Learning (EL) programs. These new Americans and their families often have very limited resources and school social workers go to great lengths looking for creative solutions to meet these kids' needs. Based on the successful program in the Governor Wentworth Area School District in the Wolfeboro area, we are establishing a network to connect our new neighbors with people who might be willing to reach out and help.
In collaboration with the Organization for Refugee and Immigrant Success (ORIS) and social workers from the Manchester School District (including Amadou Hamady), we are excited to announce the formation of New Neighbor Connections!
How will this program work?
- A school social worker who identifies a need will pass this information along to our New Neighbor Connections coordinator at ORIS.
- New Neighbor Connections will send an email to our mailing list (no more than twice a month) with these requests.
- Any volunteers interested in fulfilling the request will respond to the contact person specified in the request.
- The identities of both donors and recipients will be kept confidential.
Here are some examples of ways in which you might be asked to help:
- Provide specific items of needed clothing (e.g. a winter jacket)
- Provide specific needed household items
- Provide guidance regarding higher education opportunities
- Contribute toward driver education class fees
- Contribute toward college testing and application fees
- Purchase gift certificates to grocery stores
All financial contributions will be tax deductible. (ORIS Tax ID #760826598)
- Financial donations can be made through the ORIS website refugeesuccess.org where you can donate via PayPal. (Click the yellow "donate" button and indicate "New Neighbor Connections" in the "add special instructions" field.)
- Checks can be mailed to: ORIS, 434 Lake Ave. Second Floor, Manchester NH 03103
New Neighbor Connections emails will be included in the All Saints E-News letter, so you do not need sign up to receive them directly. However, New Neighbor Connections is designed to create a network beyond our parish community. So, please invite other individuals and organizations whom you know who might want to participate to share their contact information. They should
email
newneighborconnections@gmail.com
to be added to this mailing list.
There are ongoing needs among new American families for items in good condition that may not be listed in NNC emails, such as: used laptop and flat screen-era desktop computers, bed linens, child items (e.g., baby chairs and strollers), household goods, and some furniture. If you have such items to donate, please also contact newneighborconnections@gmail.com
Finally, New Neighbor Connections hopes to develop an informal network of people who can help, from time to time, in bringing donated items from their local area to Manchester where they will be distributed to needy new American families. Please email newneighborconnections@gmail.com
if you are willing to be part of the informal transportation network.
Thank you for considering playing a role in making these New Neighbor Connections.
New Neighbor Connections Advisers
Mukhtar Idhow, Executive Director of ORIS
Ardo Mohamed, New Neighbor Connections Administrator at ORIS
Amadou Hamady, Manchester School District EL Program Social Worker
Sheryl Power, Kingswood Regional High School Social Worker
Marge Thomas-Mueller, Alton Resident
Warren Muir, Wolfeboro Resident
Sarah Nordstrom, Hanover Resident
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Needed Items for Hope House!
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Items that are always in need are toothbrushes fir various ages, mouthwash, floss, toothpaste(especially kid's protection), shampoo & conditioner, hair brushea, combs, hair dryers, body wash, shaving cream, disposable razors, cabinet safety locks for infants, band aids, outlet plug covers, cleaning supplies.
Items may dropped in the laundry basket located in the narthex.
Thank you for your continued support and contributions.
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Urgent Needs for Hope House!
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Sterilite 16 quart clear stacking storage containers, non-perishable food items (mac&cheese, oatmeal,granola bars, etc.), bean bag chairs, XL twin sheets, extra towels & face cloths, Tide Pods (regular & sensitive), High Chairs, forehead thermometers, Infants' Tylenol, Children's Tylenol, Advil.
Thank you for your continued support and contributions.
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Office Hours
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Monday - 9 AM - 5PM
Tuesday - 1 PM - 5 PM
Wednesday - 9 AM- Noon
Thursday - 9 AM - Noon
Friday - Closed
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September 9 - September 15, 2018
Calendar
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Schedule for Lord & Tailor; Food Pantry
Lord & Tailor
Thursday & Friday 10 AM - 3 PM; Saturday 10 AM - 1 PM
Food Pantry
10 AM - 1 PM; 5 PM - 7 PM
SUNDAY September 9
8:00 & 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist - Bishop Rob celebrant at both services
6-7:30 PM AA Meeting (PH)
6:30-8:00 PM (CC)
MONDAY September 10
AM Library in Use
10-2 PM Senior Meals/Activities Begin
1-4:30 PM Senior Bridge (L)
6:30 AM Women's
Worship (PH)
11-3:00 PM Wolfeboro Garden Club (PH/Kitchen)
1:30-4:00 PM Scrabble Club (L)
WEDNESDAY September 12
10-2:00 PM Senior Meals/Activities
1-3:30 PM Knitting Club (L)
6:30 PM Reclaiming Jesus Bible Study Discussion (L)
6:30-8:30 PM Choir
THURSDAY September 13
7:30 AM - Men's Bible Study (PH)
1:30 PM End 68 Hours of Hunger (L)
3-4:30 PM - Bible Study & Holy Eucharist (L)
5:00 PM Dinner Bell
7-8:30 PM Dist 16 AA (L)
FRIDAY September 14
10-2:00 PM Senior Meals/Activities
8-9:30 PM AA Meeting (PH)
SATURDAY September 15
10-11:30 AM AA Meeting (L)
8-9:30 PM AA (PH)
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All Saints e-News
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