Weekly
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news & events
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January 29 - February 7, 2021 |
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A Final Letter from Fr. Muir |
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To the Community of Saint Paul’s Church,
As I write my last reflection as priest-in-charge of Saint Paul’s Church I will be brief. It has been a blessing for Susan and me to be a part of this community of faith for these past eight years. Words cannot express the love we have for so many of you as you have welcomed us into your lives.
As we move forward, know that you will remain in our prayers, and pray that the mission of Christ’s church, through you, will grow in grace and the knowledge of God’s abiding love.
So, let me simply say “Thank you.” May the blessings of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be with us all this day, and forever.
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Purse Contribution for the Muirs |
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In gratitude for the work that Fr. George Muir has performed at Saint Paul’s Church over the past eight years, parishioners who wish to contribute to a purse in his honor may do so by sending a contribution earmarked for the Muirs to the Church office. Surely such a gift is a small token of our appreciation for his efforts and service over the years. |
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A Notice of Annual Meeting |
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The 271st Annual
Parish Meeting
Sunday, January 31, 2020
12:30 p.m. on Zoom
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Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Passcode: SPCgather
One tap mobile: +16468769923,,595177454#
Please make note of the following information:
- Our parish Annual Meeting will be held online via Zoom and will follow a modified timeline due to the pandemic.
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In consultation with our parish chancellor, the Vestry adopted the following plan at its December meeting to conduct our parish business which includes:
- Voting to fill 3 vestry positions and 1 warden
- Receiving financial and ministry reports.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact a member of your Vestry or Clergy.
From The Book of Common Prayer, 12. For a Church Convention or Meeting:
Almighty and everliving God, source of all wisdom and understanding, be present with those who take counsel in our parish’s Annual Meeting for the renewal and mission of your Church. Teach us in all things to seek first your honor and glory. Guide us to perceive what is right, and grant us both the courage to pursue it and the grace to accomplish it; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Watch the first session of the Parish Annual Meeting held on January 10 |
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | January 31 |
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Godly Play - Children through 5th grade
K-2nd grade, 9 - 9:40 a.m.
3rd-5th grade, 9:45 - 10:30 a.m.
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 366 090 592
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We take children and their relationship with God seriously and seek to provide both space to foster encounters with God and the language necessary to make meaning of those experiences. Within the Godly Play classroom, the Biblical narrative is lovingly presented to children using beautiful materials with an invitation to step into each story with awe and wonder. Children are then allowed time to respond to and reflect on their experience of the story.
The Godly Play class sends weekly emails on Saturday morning. If you have children K-5th grade and would like to receive this email, please contact Maddy Elledge.
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"I sing a song of the saints of God…and I want to be one too" | AKA: Foundations of Christianity, Inquirer’s Class, Newcomers
For Whom: welcoming all seekers and those who desire to be Confirmed, Received, or Reaffirm their faith; also for well seasoned Episcopalians interested in shoring their foundations.
What: conversation about the foundations of Christian life
When: Sundays, 9 a.m.
Leader: Fr. Jenkins (Fr. Bowden will continue this series after 2/14)
Meeting ID: 893 0981 4467
Passcode: SPGgather
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All are invited to this series of conversations about the foundation of Christian life. Each week we reflect on content from two sources:
1) one half of a chapter in Julia Gatta’s "Life in Christ."
More details from the orientation session are available here.
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Coffee and Conversation
Sundays, 10:35 a.m.
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 860 972 849
OR phone-in: (646) 876-9923
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We miss seeing you! Grab a cup of coffee and join us on Zoom before the 11 a.m. service for a few moments of fellowship! |
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Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 31, 12:30 p.m.
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 595 177 454
OR phone-in: (646) 876-9923
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See above for more information. |
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | February 1 - February 7 |
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Noonday Prayer
Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:05 p.m.
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 595 177 454
OR phone-in: (646) 876-9923
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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, while joining our prayers in 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 daily devotions on page 138.
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About Your Sermon: Conversations on Sunday's Sermon
Every Monday, Noon - 1 p.m.
12:05 - 12:10 p.m. Noonday Prayer
12:10 - 1 p.m. Conversation about Sunday’s sermon
Facilitator: Sunday’s preacher
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 595 177 454
OR phone-in: (646) 876-9923
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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. If you would like any help, contact Maddy Elledge.
No reservation is required. If you need any help learning how to join a Zoom meeting, contact Maddy Elledge.
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Sacred Space at Saint Paul's
Tuesday and Friday
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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 note that during this time, we ask that everyone sign up to attend as each time is limited in the number of participants. You will be required to submit your email address for contact tracing.
Masks are kindly required by all individuals at all times. You will receive a follow up email with more details on additional guidelines.
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Compline – Facebook Live and Zoom
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 p.m., social time follows worship on Zoom.
OR from Zoom App, Meeting ID: 595 177 454
OR phone-in: (646) 876-9923
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, which are streamed on Facebook Live, those who gather through Zoom have an opportunity for a mid-week visit.
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UPCOMING FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES |
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Read the Gospel of Mark
Now through February 16.
Epiphany 2021
Other resources:
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LOVE IS THE WAY: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times
Postponed until Eastertide
This Easter season, the Racial Healing Ministry of our diocese will host a diocesan wide reading group of Bp. Curry’s Love is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times; therefore, we will postpone our study until then. 12 Copies are available ($20 per) in the parish office, so please reserve yours today.
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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 1/20/21 for the Year 2021
137 Pledge Cards representing $606,401.00
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 1/27/21
Offerings pledged this Week $12,396.00
Offerings received this Week $38,828.90
Operating Expenses to Date $56,514.11
Total Income Received to Date $101,621.37
Stewardship Campaign:
Pledge Cards Received to Date for the Year 2021: 137 representing $606,401.00
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Questions for Parish Accountant?
If you have any questions regarding giving or financial statements, please contact Parish Administrator Elisabeth Price by email or at (706) 724-2485 ext. 225. |
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