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Dragon Tales E-News
October 16, 2019
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Dragon Tales will soon be distributed through Realm. We will still post a link to it on our website (under Quick Links at the bottom of the homepage), but it will be emailed through Realm and not through Constant Contact. To request to get into Realm, email Laura@st-margarets.org.
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A Note from Patti
I’M TOO BUSY!!!
Wow…there is sooo much going on. I can hardly catch my breath. This is what I was thinking this morning as I walked to the sanctuary to put away some vestments last week. The sun was warm. The sanctuary was still, quiet. Whew.
I sat down for a minute. “I don’t have time for this,” I thought…gotta keep moving…there’s a lot on my list today…but this is important, something inside me said. So I stayed there, just breathing, quiet. The whirring gears in my head began to slow down. The tension in my neck began to ease. “Thank you, Lord, for all of this. For this place, these people, my being here.”
We DO have time for this, if we only decide to make it happen. We give so much, it seems, that there is sometimes little left for this kind of thing. But this is precisely the kind of thing that should be at the very top of our list each day. Our day doesn’t make sense if we don’t recognize God’s presence with us, around us before we get ensnarled in “the day.”
So do yourself a favor…make the time, just a few minutes in the morning. Maybe again at midday, or while you’re driving or standing in a line somewhere. Slow the gears down, breathe more deeply, thank God for
all your blessings.
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Compline Service Next Week
One way to "let God in" during this busy season is at our next
Compline service next Tuesday, Oct. 22, at 7:30 p.m.
This contemplative service is 25-30 minutes in length and is comprised of prayers, lessons, psalms and collects, all chanted to ancient and timeless unison plainchant and a cappella choral repertoire.
Any adult singer or one in high school is welcome to sing for Compline. Rehearsals take place prior to each service at 6:30 pm.
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Al Todd on the importance of supporting the campus at St. Margaret's.
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Current Pledge Information (10/16/19)
$369,150
Current # of Pledges: 80 Current Amount Pledges $369,150
31% of goal 40% of goal
Just like giving of your time and talents, whether it be attending a service, participating in a missions program, or taking part or even leading a formation class, regularly giving funds to the church is also very important to the St. Margaret's community. We have tried to make that effort as easy as possible. Now we are in need of
all
members/families of the church
to provide our leaders with an estimate of what you will be giving in total next year so that we can present a budget for 2020. The Stewardship Committee is challenging parishioners to increase their giving 7% from last year.
If you would like to see what you pledged last year and where your current amount of giving is, you can use Realm if you have logged in. Just go into your account and click the "Giving" tab.
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Realm: Get Connected.
We are asking all parishioners to join Realm to foster efficiency and communication at SMC. You need to be invited by us which will take you to a sign-in site. To ask for an invite (or another one), just email laura@st-margarets.org. If you need help getting started, call the church office and we will schedule a time you can come in with your laptop.
TAKE NOTE: Dragon Tales will be distributed through Realm starting October 30.
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PLEASE NOTE:
Due to unexpected circumstances, staff may not have the ability to set up for coffee hour or other events for a few months. Anyone that can show up a bit early and help set-up please do so. Coffee hour takes 5-6 round tables and chairs.
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THIS SUNDAY'S FORUM
Tanzania Information Session - 10:20am - Fellowship Hall
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Voices in Praise Youth Choir
Visits St. Margaret's on Sunday, Oct. 27
Based out of Friendship United Methodist Church, the group is open to all youth in grades 6 -12 who have a desire to sing and a willingness to make the commitment to the group. The choir sings a range music from classic choral pieces, to toe-tapping spirituals and gospel tunes, as well as contemporary anthems. They will be performing during the 9:00 & 11:15 a.m. services. Please make them feel especially welcomed.
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Shenandoah Run in Concert
Nov. 2, 2019, 7pm, @St. Margaret's
This nine-piece band pays tribute to both vintage Americana and contemporary folk, playing covers and some originals and occasionally including a song from the worlds of bluegrass, country or foreign lands. Expect top-notch musicianship and soaring harmonies that will lure you in for that irresistible sing-along.
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All Saints' Mass on Nov. 3
9:00 & 11:15 a.m. Services
St. Margaret's will once again host a New-Orleans inspired All Saints Mass on Sunday, Nov. 3. You'll hear favorites like "Shall We Gather at the River" to "When the Saints Go Marching In" with special guests, the Peabody Ragtime Ensemble.
NECROLOGY LIST
Do you have a friend or family member who died this year? We will add them to our Necrology list and prayers for our All Saints Mass. Send the information to
Laura@st-margarets.org by Monday, Oct. 28.
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Between War and Here
Forum Preview on Nov. 3
Concert on Nov. 10 at 4:00 p.m.
Between War and Here
is a powerful new collaboration between journalists and musicians exploring honor, courage, loss and hope.
Ensemble Galilei
is teaming with award-winning National Public Radio foreign correspondents Neal Conan and Anne Garrels
for a November U.S. Tour that includes St. Margaret's on Sunday, Nov.10 at 4 p.m.
Ensemble Galilei
founder and poet as well as SMC parishioner Carolyn Surrick created this show from her recent poetry collection titled
Between War and Here.
She will provide a preview for parishioners on Sunday, Nov. 3, 10:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Tickets for the concert can be purchased at
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and White Elephant Sale
Sponsored by St. Margaret's Women's Guild
Saturday, November 23 * 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*Vendors *Crafters *Raffles *Food
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Do you have items to donate to the Guild's White Elephant (yard sale)? Bring them to the Fellowship Hall between 5 & 7 p.m. the night before on Nov. 22nd.
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A SMDS Spizzico/Froyo fundraiser at Bay Hills Center will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 5:00 to closing. Tell the staff you are there for SMDS and the school will receive a portion of the earnings.
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On November 14 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., the Day School is sponsoring "Bringing Up Resilient Kids" a program from specialist Dr. Duane M. Isava of Halcyon Wellness Center. All are welcome. The program is free, with light refreshments and childcare provided! Go to
www.stmargaretsdayschool.org for more info.
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On Nov. 15, the school will sponsor a recycling day for small tech components. St. Margaret's parishioners are welcome to bring any of these kinds of items and place in a designated box in the Formation building foyer on Nov. 17 and 24. They're collecting cellphones & accessories, computer pieces, speakers and keyboards, digital cameras, GPS systems, ink cartidges, laptops, MP3 players, tablets, and toner cartridges.
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Latest Youth News
St. Margaret's Youth Lock-in will be held Nov. 1-2
. Students should be dropped off at the church at 6 p.m. and picked up Saturday morning by 8:00 a.m.
Bishop Unplugged on Nov. 23
St. Philip's in Annapolis will hold this annual fall event on November 23, 2:00-4:00 pm. Cost is $5. (For grades 6-12). Participants will spend the afternoon with Bishop Sutton in fellowship and fun. No registration required, but for questions contact Kate Riley at
kriley@episcopalmaryland.org
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Youth-led Sunday service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 12th.
A MLK Day youth event
through the Diocese will take place on January 19-20th. More details to follow.
Youth Happening #13
will take place for students in
grades 9-12 at the Claggett Center
near Frederick, MD. Participants should arrive Friday at 7 p.m. with parent pickup on Sunday at 3 p.m. Cost is $95 due by Jan. 23. Scholarships available.
New Beginnings diocesan program for grades 6-8
will be held April 26-28 at Camp Wright in Stevensville, MD. Cost is $75. Scholarships available. Deadline is April 18 for registration.
End-of-Year Lock-in will be held at St. Margaret's on Friday, June 15th
. Look for more registration in the future.
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Faith & Fellowship Mondays
The
NEW
Schedule for Faith & Fellowship is:
5:15 to 6:00 p.m.- Spirit Singers Kindergarten through second grade and third grade to fifth grade - Meet in Formation Building Classrooms B & C
5:30-6:15 p.m.- Youth Chorale (grades 6-12) - Choir Room
5:45-6:15 p.m.- Acolyte practice - Sanctuary
6:00-6:15 p.m.- Arts and Crafts - Parish Hall
6:20-6:45 p.m.- Fellowship Dinner - Parish Hall
6:45-8:30 p.m.- Youth Group - Classroom D
7:00-8:30 p.m.- Adult Formation -Formation Building
7:00-8:30 p.m.- Motet Ensemble Rehearsal - Choir Room
Adult Formation Schedule:
Monday Evening Book Study
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Our Monday adult formation class is studying the riveting story of seeking safety in another land. The book is a gripping journey of loss, alienation, and belonging. Author Karen Gonzalez recounts her family’s migration from the instability of Guatemala to making a new life in Los Angeles and the suburbs of south Florida. In the midst of language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the tremendous pressure to assimilate, Join us!
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Join the Thursday AM Book Study
Our Thursday morning book study is held in Classroom E from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. of the Formation Building. The group will discuss the C.S. Lewis book "
Mere Christianity." All are welcome. Childcare for ages 0-4 is available in the church nursery.
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Endowment Grants Program for 2020
The 2020 St. Margaret's Church Endowment Grants application is
now available on the church website
. New this year: the committee will award one multi-year grant to a deserving organization. Applications are due by November 30, 2019. Pass this along to your favorite non profit!
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Endowment Grants Celebration on
Oct. 27
St. Margaret's will hold a celebration of its 20th year of Endowment grants from a financial gift from Ed and Zoe Hall on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 10:20 to 11 a.m. We will also be honoring former Grants Administrator Izzy Winn who coordinated the entire grants process for many years.
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Cursillo Ministry Commissioning
This Sunday, October 20, St. Margaret’s Church welcomes the team serving on Maryland Episcopal Cursillo Weekend 115. During the 11:15 service the Rev. Patti Sachs will commission the team.
MD 115 will be held November 8-10 at Claggett Center and at least six members of St. Margaret’s Church expect to attend this Cursillo Weekend. Another six members of St. Margaret’s Church are serving on the team for including Mike Winn who is weekend leader (lay rector), three members of the Third Sunday Band — Al Todd, Ernie Tucker, and Norm Mayfield, and two discussion (table) leaders — Izzy Winn and Teresa Todd.
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Mental Health First Aid Classes
The Many Rivers Behavioral Health Group of St. Martin’s-in-the-Field, is offering a Mental Health First Aid Class on October 29 and November 5 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. This course will teach participants about mental health and substance-use issues. The cost is $30 which includes materials and dinner. Payment will be collected at the class.
Registration required by October 23
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Chapter Y PEO Sisterhood Holiday Auction
at St. Margaret's on Nov. 14
All are invited to the Annapolis PEO chapter for their annual auction to be held at St. Margaret's on Thursday, Nov. 14, beginning at 1 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information, email
jane.houser@verizon.net.
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Church Clergy/Staff
The Rev. Peter W. Mayer, Rector
peter@st-margarets.org
The Rev. Patti Sachs, Asst. Rector
patti@st-margarets.org
Elizabeth Radley, Director of Operations
elizabeth@st-margarets.org
Jim Douglas, Director of Music
music@st-margarets.org
Laura Tayman, Communications Asst
laura@st-margarets.org
Jeff Conover, Youth Ministries Leader
jeff@st-margarets.org
Teresa McCorkle, Bookkeeper
office@st-margarets.org
Tricia McVeigh, Day School Director
tricia@st-margarets.org
Judy Hall, Churchyard Adm.
churchyard@st-margarets.org
Christine Feldmann, Grants Adm.
missions@st-margarets.org
Jim Bowersox, Facilities/Operations Asst.
Quick Links
To give to St. Margaret's online, click here:
To give through text, then text GIVESMC to 73256
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Service Participants
THIS Sunday, Oct. 20
EM @ 7:30: Ben Tolley
Lector @ 7:20: Ben Tolley
EM @ 9:00: Katy Strother, Elizabeth Bowers
Lectors @ 9:00: Barbara Marder, Karyn Sproles
Acolytes @ 9:00: Ella Tomko, Julia Morgan, Anna Morgan, Gabby Smith
Children's Chapel: Cory Greene, Zack Greene
EM@11:15: George Saroch, Sue Snyder
Lectors@ 11:!5: Gibby Edson, Sue Snyder
Acolytes@ 11:15: Caroline VanArsdall, Peter Saroch, Emily Bontempo
Altar Guild: Charlie Lang, Teresa Todd, Susan Byrom, Robert Thomas
Coffeehour Hosts: Jan Little, Carol Williams, Sarah Layman,
NEED MORE
Next Sunday, Oct. 27
EM @ 7:30: Jim Barnett
Lector @ 7:30: Susan Roberts
EM @ 9:00: Beth Knorr, Al Todd
Lectors @ 9:00: Al Todd, Sandra Goldthwait
Acolytes @ 9:00: Sunny Bowers, Anna Morgan, Julia Morgan, Caroline Viscardi, Molly Rose Svendsen
Children's Chapel: Sarah Balcom, Froggi Jackson
EM@11:15: Janis Brewer, Jim Weekley
Lectors@ 11:!5: Robert Thomas, Janis Brewer
Acolytes@ 11:15: Grace Feldmann, Conor Feldmann, Emily Bontempo
Altar Guild: Jeanne Nardi, Jan Little, Mary Lesster, Kim Morrow
Flower Guild: Ann Lallande
Coffeehour Hosts: Kathy and Charlie Lang, Laurie and Toby Tomko,Molly Horton
Go to our scheduling system to request a replacement or sign up where needed.
(Bulletins are usually printed
on Wednesdays each week.)
Church Office Hours
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Mon - Thurs
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St. Margaret's Church
Office Phone: 410-974-0200
Emergency Pastoral #: 443-837-5463
info@st-margarets.org
www.st-margarets.org
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