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This Week

WARDEN'S FORUM THIS SUNDAY

There will be a mid-year Warden's Forum this Sunday in St. Bede's Chapel, at which time the Vestry will report on our plans for the rest of the year and respond to questions and suggestions from all in attendance. The meeting will commence after the 10 AM service. Light refreshments will be provided.

SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Our summer liturgy schedule is in effect through August 19. Sunday services are Rite 1 at 8 AM in the Nave, Rite I at 10 AM in the Nave (with light incense) and Rite II at 5 PM in St. Bede's Chapel. Our Wednesday evening Healing Service will be held throughout the summer at 6 PM in St. Bede's Chapel.

PALMER SUMMER HOURS REMINDER

Church office hours have changed to our summer schedule, Monday -Thursday 9 AM - 3 PM and Fridays 9 AM - noon.

Upcoming Palmer Events

LUNCH & LEARN SERIES

The Palmer Older Adults Ministry invites you to join us for our "First Thursday of the Month Lunch & Learn Series" on June 7 at 12 PM in St. Bede's Chapel. Palmer Parishioner Fran Wallis will discuss - "Getting to Know Your Smart Phone". Fran, a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, retired from the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine in 2003 . Don't forget your lunch - we will provide the drinks!

SAFEGUARDING GOD'S CHILDREN CLASS

The next Safeguarding God's Children Certification class will be Saturday, June 9. All adults must have an active Certification to participate in ministry to children or youth. This includes VBS. There is a new online recertification option for those who are currently certified and up for renewal. Please contact [email protected] to start your certification or learn more about the recertification process.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE VERY BIG STORY

Welcome to Narnia! Aslan Is On the Move! Palmer's 2018 Vacation Bible School will be July 16-19 from 6 to 8 PM. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a fantasy story presented by C.S. Lewis "as an unconscious preparation of the imagination" to explore the deep power of faith and belief. As we enjoy the story, we relate personally to the despair of Lucy at not being believed; to the wretchedness of Edmund, who takes pleasure in bullying younger people; to the faith and commitment of the Beavers who never lose hope that Aslan will return Spring to Narnia; and to the White Witch, who strives to control all outcomes in Narnia. You can register now by clicking here.

PALMER IS CELEBRATING RAMADAN WITH OUR TURKISH MUSLIM FRIENDS

Our Turquoise Center friends have invited us again this year to celebrate Ramadan at an Iftar Dinner they will serve at Palmer on June 10. Iftar is the breaking of the fast at sundown every evening during the month of Ramadan. The program/dinner will begin at 7 PM in the Parish Hall. Please RSVP to Kathy Herrin if you have any questions or would like to attend. Seating is limited to 70 Palmers. All ages are welcome! Kathy can be reached by email at [email protected] .

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE ANNUAL PARISH RETREAT

Palmer's Annual Parish Retreat at Camp Allen is scheduled for Nov. 9-11 and we want YOU to join us for a special weekend of formation, fellowship and fun! The Rev. Lisa Fishbeck, Vicar at The Advocate Church in Chapel Hill, NC will serve as the keynoter for the Saturday morning adult program. Click here for her full bio. This parish weekend is for people of all ages. New this year will be the opportunity to come up just for the day on Saturday. Situated on 1,100 acres in the serene piney woods of the Navasota area, Camp Allen provides a place to relax, refresh, and refocus. More information to come over the next few months.

Announcements

CALL FOR ART

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A new art exhibit, "Textiles, Tapestries, and Treasures," is planned for June 25 - September 30. Though all 2D media are welcome and will be considered for display, special priority will be given to textile arts. Please contact Sherry Byrd at [email protected] or Jackie Campbell at [email protected] for information on how to submit your entries. Deadline is June 21 for submissions.

DONATIONS REQUESTED FOR COSTA RICA MINISTRY

Palmer's mission trip to Costa Rica has been postponed to 2019, but we are planning to send financial donations. Please consider contributing to the Palmer International Mission fund with checks/cash or online with the designation "International Mission Fund". You may direct questions about donations to Jessica Evans. We will begin plans for the 2019 Costa Rica Mission trip this October. Anyone wishing to participate in the planning, contact Fr. David at [email protected]

PRIDE HOUSTON VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Join your fellow Palmeranians as Houston Pride 2018! This year, Palmer will both have a float in the parade and a table at the Festival, two great ways to share the good news of Jesus Christ and show our support for a community that has had a complicated relationship with Christianity. Whether you want to decorate the float, be in the parade, or spend time talking to passers-by at the Festival, we are looking for volunteers! So put June 23 on your calendar and join us! If you are interested in getting involved with the parade, contact Jenn Vaughan ([email protected]) and if you are interested in getting involved at the Festival, contact Roger Hutchison ([email protected]).

CALL FOR USHER VOLUNTEERS

The usher crews need volunteers for the 11 AM service. The assignments are scheduled on a rotating basis so you will always know which week you will be needed. Joining an ushering team will be a rewarding experience and you will be assimilated into the program with experienced volunteers who will show you the procedures as you go along. Ushering is a great way to get involved with the services and meet other Palmers. Please contact Kirk Waldron at [email protected] or 281-831-5980 if you're interested.

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