by the Reverend Peter Thompson, Associate Rector

We now find ourselves definitively in late July and so at the height of vacation season. COVID-19 continues to make going on a vacation tricky, but people are still heading out of town. If you’re not on vacation at the moment, you likely know someone who is.

We have resumed in-person worship at St. Bart’s on Sundays at 9 am, 11 am, at 5 pm, with congregational singing and St. Bartholomew's Choir participating at the 11 am service. We no longer require advance registrations to attend worship. Please join us.

Rami Elhanan and George Sa’adeh, who both lost daughters in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, share their stories and reflect on the importance of dialogue, reconciliation, and peace. Rami and George are both members of The Parents Circle—Families Forum, a joint Israeli-Palestinian organization composed of over 600 families who have lost a member in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Forum will be streamed on our website, Facebook Live and YouTube. Watch from home or join us in person to watch The Forum on the big screen in the Great Hall.

The Right Reverend Dean E. Wolfe, Rector, will preach. Download our service leaflet to follow along with us as we Livestream Sunday morning worship from the church on our website, Facebook and YouTube. Read our tips and tricks for worship online.

“We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give.” — Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

The Saturday morning discussion group reviews Karen Armstrong’s classic overview of the Abrahamic faiths over the months of July and August. Please read Chapter 3 ahead of the next session on Saturday, July 24. Register here.

This summer, take a break from the serious study of dense theological texts and find God on the silver screen! In July, the discussion turns to the British show Grantchester (Amazon Prime, PBS Passport). Ahead of the next meeting, please complete season 2 of Grantchester.

Continue to learn about systemic racism and its devastating effects through a webinar series presented by the Reparations Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of New York and a companion set of discussions intended just for members of the St. Bart’s community. Click here.

Theological Reflection begins with our lived experience and connects that experience to our Christian tradition. It can help us to gain insight on the meaning at the heart of our experiences. In this four-part class, led by the Reverend Meredith Ward, we will explore different methods of theological reflection and see how we can use these practices in our own lives. Click here.

Thoughtful reflection and lively discussion of the upcoming Sunday readings, hosted by the Right Reverend Dean E. Wolfe. To join our Weekly Bible Study online, please contact Liz Gillespie.

Mondays at 7 pm, Wednesdays at 5 pm, and Fridays at 9 am. Experience a few moments of peace and comfort through the contemplative practice of centering prayer. Newcomers welcome! To join our email list to receive updates on centering prayer, contact Manny Rodriguez-Leach.

Are you looking to live into your faith more fully, to have faith connect more deeply with everyday life? What can the Bible teach us about the world today? Do you ever wonder what God is calling you to do? If you want to seek answers through study, reflection, and spiritual practice in community, EfM -- a four-year certificate program in theological education with a weekly in-person seminar format that starts again this fall -- may be for you. Learn more.

Crossroads holds its first "Summer Cleanup Day" this Saturday, July 24, and needs a few strong volunteers to help clear out store rooms. It involves lifting cases of canned food and other heavy materials. If you're looking for some exercise and are free Saturday, consider coming for one or both of our shifts: Shift 1: 10 am to 1 pm; Shift 2: 1 pm to 4 pm. You don't have to stay for a whole shift, and snacks and drinks will be served! If you'd like to volunteer, send an email to: volunteer@crossroadsnyc.org and note when you can come.

Summer Camp at St. Bart's is open for registration! Children 2 through 6 years old will enjoy a wide variety of activities at our day camp, from games and athletics, music and movement, and arts and crafts, to science experiments, yoga and drama for the older campers. Our shaded rooftop playground and newly renovated 26,000 square foot gym provide the setting for hours of fun under the supervision of our experienced camp counselors. Each session is two weeks. 10% sibling discount.

St. Bart's Community Preschool is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 school year. For over 40 years, our preschool has provided a warm, nurturing first school experience.

Do you desire a few moments of peace at the end of each day? Join the St. Bart's community for Night Prayer each weekday evening at 8:30 pm. Clergy and lay officiants will lead brief services based on or inspired by the ancient office of Compline.

Episcopal Charities of the Diocese of New York welcomed the Reverend Kevin VanHook as their new Executive Director. Learn more about Reverend Van Hook, and about the work of Episcopal Charities in their latest newsletter.

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