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A Letter from the Senior Warden |
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Dear People of Saint Paul's Church:
The Diocese of Georgia has again lessened the restrictions related to COVID-19 practices at church! In this case, the directive is that the individual churches may dictate what steps are appropriate to protect the congregation and community. The Vestry voted to rescind all of the restrictions save one: we will not yet share a common chalice during communion. Instead, the celebrant will continue to intinct the wafer for those who choose to receive both the Body and Blood of Christ. Therefore, we welcome you back to the church with no seating charts, no blocked pews, no reservations and no masked singing (but the choir is still celebrating summer vacation)! (Masks are still welcome; they are not required.) You will notice a difference in the offering process: at this time, we are not actively passing the collection plates; instead they will remain in position in the back. This is not based on COVID practices; it is due to the fact that our usher team is currently smaller than it used to be. (Please contact Nick Uros if you are interested in joining this team.)
This Sunday, we will present one last Conflict Transformation Report. The Rev. Becky Rowell will join us in the River Room through the magic of Zoom. All those over 18 years and who are known to the church are welcome to join the meeting at 9:45 a.m. You are not required to register to attend in person. If you wish to receive a Zoom link to join electronically, please contact the Church office in advance. Please sign up using this link. We will send a Zoom link on Saturday, June 26 to all those who have signed up.
Yours truly,
Ashley Wright
Senior Warden
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New Pastoral Care Team Forming |
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Have a Minute?
As we finally return to life as we knew it, we are learning about members of our church family who are experiencing difficulties that impede their return to a full life. Perhaps a family member is hospitalized or another isn’t as mobile as he or she once was. What a wonderful gift if we could ease someone’s burden by providing a meal or maybe driving another to a doctor’s appointment.
As a parish family, we are called to support those among us who need help maybe temporarily or maybe longer. If you would be willing to cook a meal or provide some other form of support, please consider joining our team, the Pastoral Care Team at Saint Paul’s.
Please call us today. We could use your help now! Email Barbara Coleman or contact her by telephone at (706) 495-1884 . |
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | June 27 |
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Conflict Transformation Liturgy & Report
Sunday, June 27, 9:45 a.m.
Zoom & Zoom Broadcast in the River Room.
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As our lives are busy, not everyone who wanted to attend the Conflict Transformation Liturgy & Report was able to be present during that time. For that reason, we have scheduled another Zoom report to occur with the Rev. Becky Rowell. This session, which is open to all persons "known to the church" who are over 18, will occur Sunday morning, June 27 at 9:45 a.m. Rev. Rowell will be present via Zoom; this will be a hybrid presentation so that others may be present in person in the River Room at the church.
Even if you already have attended a report presentation, you are welcome to join this one. Please sign up below. We will send a Zoom link on Saturday, June 26 to all those who have signed up. If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact the office or Senior Warden, Ashley Wright. |
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Saint Paul's Nursery is OPEN
9:30 AM -12:30 PM
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We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursey has reopened for children 6 months to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available on Sunday mornings beginning at 9:30 a.m. to allow parents to attend formation. If you have any questions about the nursey please contact Katie Gullette or the parish office. Miss Connie, Miss Jenna, and Miss Leila are all VERY EXCITED to welcome you back! |
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Sunday Forum - NO FORUM THIS WEEK
Sundays, 9:30 a.m. | Berlin Room
Led by Fr. Dolen
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8 AM Rite I - In person
5:30 PM Celtic - In person
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All 3 of our Sunday worship services are in-person with no requirement to sign-up. Welcome Back! |
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Coffee and Conversation
Sundays, 10:30 - 10:45 a.m. | Tyler Hall
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Grab a cup of coffee and join us IN PERSON before the 11 a.m. service to chance to catch up with your Saint Paul's family. (Our continental breakfast will return in fall.) |
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | June 28 - July 4 |
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Noonday Prayer
Monday & Wednesday, 12:05 p.m.
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
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Noonday Prayer is a short and simple service which allows prayer to enter into the midst of our daily work or other activities, whil e joining our prayers to the ongoing prayer of the Church around the world. It may also be observed in private and is found online here and on p.103-107 in The Book of Common Prayer (BCP) or in the simplified version for daily devotions on page 138. |
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About Your Sermon: Conversations on Sunday's Sermon
Mondays, 12:05 - 1 p.m.
Led by Fr. Bowden
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
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Every Monday we invite you to gather for and discuss the Good News of Jesus Christ proclaimed in Sunday’s sermon from the 11 a.m. service. We begin with Noonday Prayer at 12:05 p.m. and then jump into discussion to explore your questions and interests, theological themes, and implications. We end promptly at one o’clock for those joining during a lunch hour.
The video of the service is available on our Facebook page immediately following Sunday’s 11 a.m. livestream. The sermon usually begins at about 25 minutes into the service, to which you can advance the video. |
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Sacred Space at Saint Paul's
Tuesday and Friday, or by appointment
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Sacred Space is an opportunity for you to be in your church’s sacred space to rest and pray. You will be provided with a simple Order of Service to guide your prayers, but pray according to your practice and however fulfills your needs for your own sacred time and space.
Please use the calendar below to reserve a time just for you, or contact the parish office if you'd like a different time not listed. |
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Compline
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 p.m. Social time follows worship on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Dial-In: (646) 876-9923
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Compline is a beautiful, simple, and quiet service to end the day together in prayer with God. This service is led by members of the parish using an on-screen bulletin so everyone may pray together.
Following the prayers, those who gather through Zoom have an opportunity for a mid-week visit.
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NO Celtic Evening Prayer
Sunday, July 4
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Because of parking and traffic logistics in downtown Augusta, we will not celebrate Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion next Sunday, July 4. |
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Parish Office Hours
Monday, July 5
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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. |
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Manna Pantry
Saturday, July 17
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Mark your calendars for Manna Pantry Distribution Saturday, July 17. More details for this date to follow. Contact Melissa Friedman for more information. |
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Back to the Creek Retreat for Youth
Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 1| Honey Creek
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For youth in Grades 6-12, this "Back to the Creek Retreat" will allow our young people to take a break at Honey Creek before their school year begins. The cost is $125. Participant numbers will be limited for this event to enable everyone to spread out in the dorms and during worship and other activities. Registration opens next week. Please contact Canon Joshua Varner for more information. |
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Education for Ministry (EfM) program
TIME TO ENROLL
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CALLING THE CURIOUS: Are you curious to explore the meaning of Holy Scripture, the history and traditions of Christianity, and our ever-changing understanding of God that you may more deeply live your faith? Then it is time to consider the Education for Ministry (EfM) program. EfM is a small-group study and spiritual growth program open to ALL people and begins each August. Contact Saint Paul's EfM mentor, Alan Andrews or Fr. Joe Bowden to have a full conversation about it. WE LOVE EfM! |
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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From the Stewardship Chair
Lord, we give faithfully, and in our giving, we honor you,
the source of all our blessings, our daily bread, and all the gifts in our lives.
Received as of 5/12/21 for the Year 2021
136 Pledge Cards representing $605,801.00
If you have not completed a pledge card, please complete this year’s annual stewardship appeal and return it to the church as soon as possible, or pledge online on our website at saintpauls.org/pledge-card/. If you did not receive a pledge appeal in the mail or have simply misplaced yours, please email the parish office or contact by telephone at (706) 724-2485 ext. 225.
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 6/23/21
Offerings pledged this Week $11,650.02
Offerings received this Week $2,013.90
Operating Expenses to Date $339,674.85
Total Income Received to Date $412,748.39
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OPEN Sundays for Altar Flowers |
If you would like to sponsor a Sunday in honor or memory of someone or “many someones,” please contact the Parish Office. The normal charge is a minimum of $100. What a lovely way to remember or honor someone and contribute to the Flower Guild at the same time.
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Donate to the Summer Music |
On the summer Sundays when the choirs are on vacation, special music is provided by guest instrumentalists or singers. If you’d like to donate the music on these Sundays, please email Director of Music Keith Shafer or call him, (706) 724-2485 x 215 for further information and cost. Gifts can be made as thanksgivings or memorials.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Registration |
Eligible individuals, including those ages 12 and older, can now register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Registration must be completed in advance on the AU Health website.
South Carolina residents who are eligible can also register to receive the vaccine at Aiken Technical College through the AU Health website.
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