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Church of the Holy Comforter Weekly eNews | October 18
, 2018
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Worship Schedule
Sunday
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II
10:10 a.m. Adult Forum and Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Wednesday
7:00 a.m. Morning Prayer
Saturday
5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II
*childcare available
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Dear Friends,
We began the program year at Shrine Mont with our annual parish retreat celebrating the theme
"getting to know God, self, others." This theme has deep meaning for Episcopalians. We get to know God better through worship, through prayer, through singing, through scripture, and through ministry. We get to know ourselves better when we have time alone, a chance to reflect, attend to our dreams, and challenge ourselves -- failing and succeeding. We get to know others better, through shared ministry, through serving together, through each other's stories, and through prayer together. This knowing God, causes us to live lives that turn towards compassion and wisdom.
Over the next six weeks we will be inviting you to consider your relationship with God, self and others as we seek your support for our annual pledge. As a member of the parish, your annual pledge is both a spiritual practice of sharing in God's giving of all that we have and a critical means for Holy Comforter to be that sacred place that empowers us to know God, care for ourselves and serve others. There are 3 ways you can support the pledge:
- Fill out the pledge card and mail it back to the Church Office.
- Complete the pledge card and drop it in the collection plate on Sunday.
- Complete the online pledge form HERE.
On behalf of the Vestry and the staff, thank you for your continued commitment to our parish!
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The Vestry Needs You!
The Nominating Committee of the Vestry is currently soliciting nominations for Vestry membership. Please contact Senior Warden, June Harper if you are interested or would like to discuss your possible membership in this ministry, or if you would like to make a nomination. All nominees must be confirmed or received in the Episcopal Church.
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Save the Date and RSVP Today!
Sunday, October 28
4-6:30 p.m. at Rodman House
We invite all families to bring their pumpkins and join their Holy Comforter friends in a seasonal gathering. The event will start with with the carving and decorating of our Halloween pumpkins followed by prayer over a shared potluck dinner. Please bring your carving supplies and a dish to share. We'll provide the BBQ! Please RSVP to
Brynn Pacitti.
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It's Plastic Free October at Church of the Holy Comforter! We encouraging you to be more aware of your plastic use, to create a cleaner world for generations to come. Will you join us and give up single-use plastic this month?
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Every now and then, we have short-term projects in the parish. Can we call on you for help? This is NOT a big commitment! Can we call you -- maybe? Click the red button above to go to Time To Sign-Up!
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Check out the latest Ministry Center construction updates
HERE!
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Register Now!
Only One Opening Left!
Opening to Grace Retreat
Saturday, November 3; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
This is an opportunity for a small group of us to work together, and to enter into an indepth interactive "grace space" together for healing. Bring a dream, an issue, and your openness to whatever emerges during our time. Space is limited.
- Full Participant: $150
- Observer/Intercessor: $80
- Register online HERE.
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The Voce Chamber Singers
Make our Garden Grow:
Music of Bernstein and Sondheim
This Sunday, October 21; 4 p.m.
Voce joins the worldwide celebration of the 100th anniversary of Leonard Bernstein's birth in a program of the composer's best-loved hits from
Candide,
West Side Story, and more, alongside works of his friend and frequent collaborator, Stephen Sondheim. Join us for a joyful celebration of these two musical legends!
- $25 general admission
- $20 age 62+
- $10 student (18+)
- children under 18 free
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ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION
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Adult Forum:
Restraining Our Zebedee DNA
This Sunday, October 21
10:10 a.m. in St. Mary's Chapel
Parishioner Jon Wood will lead us in a discussion and exploration of Mark 10:35-45. Adults will identify their need for recognition like the sons of Zebedee and commit to restraining these desires in their lives of discipleship.
Link to scripture
HERE. Download the Resource Sheet
HERE.
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FACETS and Youth
On Sunday, October 14, seven youth joined the Facets team to help pack and deliver food and water to those in need. Read more
HERE.
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Calling All Youth
7th-12th Grade!
Youth Movie Night
This Sunday, October 21
4 p.m. at Rodman House
Come and see the movie
I can only Imagine, the story of how the famous contemporary Christian song was written. The movie will be shown in surround sound. Popcorn and snacks will be provided.
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Apply for Outreach Grants
Completed applications due by December 1
The parish Outreach Team is currently accepting applications for grant funding from organizations that serve God's people in need. We are particularly interested in assisting organizations with which members of our congregation work or volunteer. Our short 2018 Grant Application Form is available for download
HERE. If you know of an organization that would benefit from our parish's assistance, please feel free to share a copy of the Grant Application Form with them. Questions? Contact
Joni Langevoort.
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Pick Up Your Blue Box this Sunday
How can you show thanks and gratitude for daily blessings? How can you show support for the mission work of the Episcopalian community? How can you teach your children to be aware of their ability to help others? By making a daily offering in your Blue Box with thanksgiving, prayer, and generosity. Please give generously to allow the UTO to give much needed support to our Church and the world.
Pick up your Blue Box in the narthex this weekend. Return your Blue Box to church on Saturday and Sunday, November 3 and 4. Questions? Please contact
Judy Kilkenny.
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Donations Being Accepted for Britepaths Deliveries
Our next deliveries to Britepaths clients will take place on Sunday, November 18, when we will deliver groceries and household supplies to 30 area families in need. Please see the list of needed donations
HERE and in the Britepaths display in the narthex. We will also need many volunteers to help pack food, shop for needed items, make phone calls, and make deliveries on November 18. If you can help, please sign up in the narthex or contact
Susan McGuire. Thank you for your support of this ministry!
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Moms' Group Meeting
Friday, October 26
9:30-11:30 a.m.; Lillian Croy Room
Join the Moms' Group for coffee and fellowship as we share our joys and concerns. Childcare will be provided. During the meeting, we will clean and prepare dolls to be sold at Pennywise. If you have dolls, doll clothing, hair ties, bows, combs/brushes, or ribbons that you would like to donate to Pennywise, please bring them to this meeting. We will use them to dress and fix the dolls. The Moms' Group meets the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month and invites moms of all ages. If you cannot attend this week, you can join us at our next meeting on November 9 Please RSVP to
Amy Britton.
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Revenues from the Pennywise Thrift Shop fund a variety of ministries and activities within our parish as well as numerous community charitable programs and services. Volunteers do all of the work at the shop, and we always need volunteers:
- Desk/cashier
- Consignment
- Sorters
- Pricers
- Stocking racks and shelves
- Porch Patrol
Youth Service Opportunities: Students can earn service hours.
Jewelry donations are being accepted for both fine and costume jewelry!
To volunteer, please contact
Mary Coulombe. Want more information? See the Holy Comforter website
HERE. Find us on Facebook
HERE. Track special items on Craigslist
HERE.
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