St Paul's Church
Second Sunday of Easter
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Sun., April 28
9:30 am Holy Eucharist
9:30 am Church School/Nursery Care during service
11:00 am Coffee Hour
12:00 pm NLM Services in Church
This Week at St. Paul’s
Daily
8:00 am-7:00 pm The Church is open for prayer
Mon.-Fri.
8:30 am-12:30 pm Parish Office is open
Mon., April 29
4:00 pm Newcomers Meeting in the Parish House
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Tues., April 30
10:00 am Sherburne Commons Worship
6:30 pm Handbell Practice in the Parish House
7:00 pm NLM in the Gardner Hall
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Wed., May 1
8:30 am Holy Eucharist Service
9:30 am Staff Meeting
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Thurs., May 2
11:30 am Bible Study
4:30 pm Fellowship Meeting
Fri., May 3
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Sat., May 4
9:00 am Centering Prayer in Parish House
10:00 am Youth Choristers Rehearsal in Parish House
4:00 pm Choir Rehearsal in Parish House
7:00 pm NLM in Church and Gardner Hall
Sun., May 5
9:30 am Holy Eucharist
9:30 am Church School/Nursery Care during service
11:00 am Coffee Hour
12:00 pm NLM Services in Church
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Hospital or Home Visits
If you or a loved one is in the hospital or home bound, please let us know if you would like a visit. Please notify Father Max at 508-228-0916 ext. 11 or 302-542-5587.
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A Summary of Vestry actions taken on April, 2019
Treasurer’s report
The Treasurer’s report was sent to the Vestry by email before the meeting. There were no questions about the report so a motion was made, seconded and approved unanimously to approve the Treasurer’s report.
Parochial report
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Frank Robinson
As the previous Treasurer, Frank Robinson presented the Parochial report for the year 2018 which had been sent to the Vestry before the meeting. A motion was made, seconded and approved unanimously to approve the report and to allow minor changes, if necessary, before it is submitted
Financial review of 2018
– Frank Robinson
A motion was made, seconded and approved unanimously to engage Burke & Lamb to conduct a review of the financial operations and results for 2018 at a cost not to exceed $4,000.
Buildings and Grounds report
– Robert Inglis, David Dick and Luke Thornewill
A report on the current work on the tower was presented by Luke Thornewill. Work was begun on the west wall by the crew from Florentine Renaissance Masonry on April 1
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and is expected to conclude by mid May. The west gable wall has the same issues as the tower, deteriorating bedding and pointing mortar, but to a lesser degree because the exposure to severe weather has been less than the tower. A significant crack between the tower and the gable face was discovered and has been filled. Several loose stones are being held in place by wooden wedges until the bedding mortar can be replaced. The tower inner core is still very wet and could take as long as ten years to dry out, but the repairs made last year are effective. A preliminary survey of the other walls of the church showed that the east and north walls will also need work to replace the deteriorating mortar, but the south wall is in reasonably good shape. There was a discussion about how to pay for the repairs to the remaining walls, which will be addressed in 2020 and 2021 if the funds can be made available. It was also decided to get a second bid for the painting work on the Rectory. David Dick reported on his work to find the best acoustical material for the ceiling in Gardner hall. One company, Acoustical Services Inc., has a good product but the shipping cost is quite high. David will continue to investigate other suppliers.
Priest-in-Charge Comments
– Max Wolf
Max reviewed the many services and activities coming up in Holy week. These include the contemplative Eucharist and supper, the Maundy Thursday supper and service, the Good Friday service, the Easter vigil and the Easter service.
Fellowship committee report
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Libby Tracey
Libby Talked about the plans for the dinner on Maundy Thursday and the luncheon the committee is planning at Sherburne Commons on May 15
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. Church members also will be invited to the luncheon.
Warden’s reports
– Lou Genaro
Lou reviewed the Diocesan process when a Priest-in-Charge comes to a parish. The first phase is devoted to the priest getting to know the parish and vice versa. The second phase is for planning and goal setting and to facilitate this phase, the Vestry will meet on April 6
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to develop some short-term goals for the next 6 to 12 months. The final phase, the discernment process, will lead to a decision about permanent placement.
Other Business
Libby Tracey asked about the confirmation classes and Max said there will be five sessions of about 90 minutes each and they will begin after Easter. A number of people have already indicated they want to be either confirmed or formally accepted into the Episcopal church.
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Looking for Donations
Daffodil Weekend can be a party time but if Spring Cleaning kept you busy you may have discovered old, unwanted treasures. Please think about bringing these treasures or donations to St. Paul’s for the summer Fair.
We are collecting for the following areas;
The Gift Chalet
China, crystal, silver, fine linens, antiques,
Small elegant furniture, art work
Basically high-end boutique items
Hodgepodge
Housewares, tabletops, linens, sporting goods,
Tools, gently used toys, games and puzzles
Costume jewelry
Basically yard sale items
Books
Beach reads, fiction, non-fiction, biographies,
Children’s books, high-end paperbacks are acceptable.
All must be in good condition
All items should be suitable for resale. We are not accepting electrical appliances, clothing, large furniture or stuffed animals. All donations can be placed on the bench in the Parish House.
If you have questions, need help or need a pick up, please call Christine at the Church Office, 508-228-0916. Leave your name and number or email address and you will be contacted.
Thanks for your help.
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St. Paul’s Rug 2019
While the winds are blowing and the ferries not going, our loyal and hardworking needle pointers have been busily stitching away on this years St Paul’s Rug. This yearly project is an important component of the fundraising for St. Paul’s Church.
Its success is very much improved by the generous underwriting support from our parishioners. Please consider supporting us. Please make notation on your check for “the needlepoint rug project”.
Thank you so much.
This years amazing Stitchers are Yvette St. Jean, Penny MacIntyre, Meryl Renwick, Sheila Daume, Jeanette Fowlkes, Bay McClure, Nancy Bills, Martha Johnson, and Caroline Ellis.
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Inquirers Class Forming
Father Max is gathering a group for an Inquirers class series. Those interested in learning more about The Episcopal Church, and those preparing for Confirmation or Reception during Bishop Gates’ island visitation on June 8-9, please inform Christine in the office or Father Max. We will strive to set meeting times that are convenient for most. Sister Susanna and Father Max are also working on preparing our youth for Confirmation. Please let us know if you are aware of community teenagers who would be interested.
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
Wednesday, May15,
Luncheon at Sherburne Commons hosted by the Fellowship Committee. Special invitees will be the residents of Sherburne Commons and for our parishioners there will be sign-up sheet in the church on May 5th and May 12th.
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Christian Education Opportunities
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Thursday Bible Study
Based on lectionary
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readings from Scripture appointed to be read the following Sunday.
St. Paul’s Bible Study Group meets on Thursdays, 11:30am - 1pm in the Parish House.
or email Lucy Bixby, bixbyphoto@gmail.com. All are welcome!
Centering Prayer Group
Saturdays, 9am -10am
Parish House
Led by Sister Susanna Margaret
This weekly group includes an opening prayer or meditation, a 20-minute practice of Centering Prayer (silent sitting), a scripture reading, and a time for discussion.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness
For support, education, and advocacy for mental illness, please contact Nantucket’s Program Coordinator Suzanne Fronzuto at
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We pray for:
Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Alan, our Bishop; Gayle, our Suffragan Bishop; Max, our Priest; and Susan, our Deacon.
We pray for
: Eddie,
Ben, Peter, Schuyler, Mary-adair, Mary, Bay, David, Blair, Doris, Paul, Howard, Priscilla, Beverly, Jenn, Marianne, Felix, and June.
The Anglican Cycle of Prayer
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The Most Rev. Nathaniel Makoto Uematsu, Primate of The Nippon Sei Ko Kai and Bishop of Hokkaido.
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The Diocesan Cycle of Prayer:
St. John’s Chapel, Groton School, Groton; St. Michael’s Church, Holliston; St. Paul’s Church, Hopkinton; St. Luke’s Church, Hudson; Episcopal Church Women.
We pray for:
The men and women serving in our Armed Forces; easing of discord in our country; those with mental illness and their families; healing and peace among peoples and nations throughout the world; the President of the United States, the United States Congress, the Supreme Court and all in authority; our brothers and sisters of other faiths; our Companion Church: San Juan Evangelista, in Vertientes, Cuba; our local Food Pantry, the Rental Assistance Program and Laundry Love.
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Thank you to
Penny Macintyre
and
members of the St. Paul’s Choir
for providing the refreshments for Coffee Hour.
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By-Laws
St. Paul's By-Laws (2002) are posted on the St. Paul’s website in the About Us section.
P.O. Box Discontinued
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