This Week At St. Matthew's
Sunday, August 26, 2018
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Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost
8:00 a.m.& 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist*
Rev. Canon Liz Hendrick Celebrant and Preacher
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
(nursery provided for children under 2)
*Nursery provided in the
Christian Education wing
for the 10:30 service
READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY :
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UPCOMING FAMILY SERVICE
Please note that on Sunday, September 2nd there will be a family service at 8 and 10:30 am with children sermon at 10:30 a.m.
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Sunday School
9:30 a.m.
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Adult Forum
General Convention
Deputy Presentation
Click here
to register online or to print out a registration form for children and youth classes.if you have not already done so.
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New! Children's Choir Begins This Week!
Wednesday, August 29
6:30 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.
All Third - Sixth Graders Invited
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St. Matt's Talent Show
Saturday, September 15
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Do you do something amazing?
Do you create something amazing?
WE WANT TO SEE IT!
Come and show us part of your personal story by sharing your talent!!
St. Matthew's, I’m calling you to come and show us all how much amazing talent this church has.
We’re looking for
PERFORMANCE AND ARTISTIC ART/CRAFTS
for this year’s talent show.
TALENT FROM ALL AGES INVITED TO PARTICIPATE
To take part in the show, please speak to Liz Livermont by September 9th.
phone: 770-367-2182 or
Silent Auction and Ice Cream Social
follows the performance.
Tickets On Sale Soon and At the Door.
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ST. MATTHEW'S FALL 2018
WEEKEND PARISH RETREAT
"
Connecting Through Stories"
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Stone Mountain Park
October 19
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, 20
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& 21
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Make Your Plans Now! You don't want to miss this fun weekend!
Parish Sign Up -- fill out a registration card this weekend at church.
Reduced ticket cost through September 1!
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The Summer Choir
sings for the last time this Sunday, August 26
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Many thanks
to all who contributed to this welcome addition to our summer worship, and hope those who are able will join the Sanctuary Choir!
CHOIR PRACTICES RESUME
THIS WEEK
NEW! Junior Choir will meet for the first time on Wednesday, August 29 from 6:30 p.m. - 7:10 p.m. in the choir room. All children from third through sixth grade are encouraged to take part in this new music ministry at St. Matthew's. Come make a joyful noise for the Lord! Contact
Kyle Osborne or
Sharon Ferrell for more information.
Join the Sanctuary Choir! Practice begins Wednesday evening, August 29th, from 7:20 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.. in the choir room, located in the Christian Education wing. Contact
Kyle Osborne for more details.
music@stmatthewssnellville.org.
All ages are invited to participate,
Hand bells resumed practice August 22 and practice weekly at 5:30 p.m. in the in the choir room, located in the Christian Education wing. If you are interested in playing hand bells please contact
Sharon Ferrell
Cherub Choir practices Sunday mornings from 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. in the Christian Education wing. All children ages three through second grade are encouraged to join this energetic group. Cherubs sing approximately once per month at the 10:30 service. Contact
Laura Starratt for more information.
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Sunday Morning Christian Formation Options
FORUM - GENERAL CONVENTION DEPUTY PRESENTATION
August 26th - Guest Presenters
Several Adult Ed classes
are offered--there's something for everyone.
"Other Than Sunday" Offerings During the Week
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EFM PROGRAM AT ST. MATTHEW’S
Members of the church are invited to participate in the EFM program which is offered here at St. Matt’s each Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00:p.m. commencing on the first Sunday after Labor day.
If you have graduated from the program you may register for any year curriculum to delve deeper into the subject matter.
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CAFÉ THEOLOGY RETURNS
on September 8 from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. in the library.
All are welcome! Back by popular demand, Café Theology focuses its third year on Anglican Theology. We will start the fall series with the book, ‘
Dancing with God: Anglican Christianity and the Practice of Hope’
, by Jay Emerson Johnson.
The class meets twice per month on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.: Sept 8, 22: October 6; October 13 (off-site):; November 3, 17; December 1, 15. You can purchase the book on Amazon
here
, or at Barnes and Noble.
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Opportunities For Engagement
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Outreach
ST. MATT'S TALENT SHOW
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
See information included above in this publication.
SE GWINNETT CO-OP
Donations to the Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministries can be placed in the barrels in the main hallway outside the parish hall door. They will be delivered promptly to the co-op. Thank you!
Click here to learn more about the current needs at the co-op.
Click here to learn more about the SE Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry and its important work in our community--and how YOU can help!
PLEASE KEEP THE FOLLOWING Snellville Police officers in your prayers this month. August Birthdays:
- Communications Officer Alicia Bailey, August 5
- Officer Jacob Callaway, August 19
- Officer Austin York, August 21
- Officer Mario Handley, August 27
If you would like to provide a homemade or store bought treat for the officers for the birthdays please contact Becky Olbon at
beckyolbon@yahoo.com or by calling 770-923-9186.
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Fellowship
BREAKFAST IS BACK AT 9:00 a.m. Thank you to those who have signed up to prepare and serve breakfast on Sundays thus far; is it time for your committee to volunteer again? Speak with
Nancy Drury to receive $75.00 towards the purchase breakfast supplies.
The Fellowship Committee is always looking for more members! If you love to plan fun gatherings to promote Christian fellowship, this is the place for you! Speak with
Oscar De Leon or
Nancy Drury if you think you might be interested.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
ST. MATTHEW'S
CAR SHOW
Saturday, October 13, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine!
Questions:
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What's Happening Around St. Matt's
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SAFEGUARDING GOD’S CHILDREN AND PEOPLE TRAINING
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An additional Safeguarding class has been scheduled for
Saturday, September 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
. This class is
mandatory
for vestry, staff, and anyone working with children or in ministry with adults in the church. If you have never received this training or it has been three years since you have done so, please plan to attend this class. Please contact Amanda Livermont with questions.
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INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN ACOLYTE?
Our Acolytes are always welcoming new members. We invite anyone ages third- through twelfth grade who would like to serve as an acolyte and join us. If you are interested or want to learn more about the Acolyte Ministry, come and join us during an information and orientation session after each of the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. service on Sept. 9.
For more information, ask an acolyte, a M.O.M.S. (Many Offering Much Support) or contact Jay Jones,
dockjones@gmail.com, 404-217-8172.
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F YOU ORDERED T-SHIRTS FROM THE Youth Fundraiser
, you may pick them up in the parish hall. Please see Holly Bond or Amanda Livermont.
NANCY DRURY IS COLLECTING
worn out or outdated men’s ties, any style or fabric. A collection box will be in the Old Narthex. Thank you.
THERE ARE SEVERAL SWEATERS AND COATS
hanging on the coat rack in the hallway by the door. Please check to see if any of them are yours. Items not claimed by September 15 will be donated.
A HEARING AID
was found on the church campus. If it is yours, please contact the church office at 770-979-4210 during regular business hours.
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Diocesan Acolyte Festival At St. Philip's
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THE DIOCESAN ACOLYTE FESTIVAL
is scheduled for October 27, 2018, with check-in starting at 9:00 a.m. This exciting event will include Fun and Engaging Workshops and Acolyte Olympics: team building activities for acolytes of all ages.
The Rev. Canon C. John Thompson-Quartey will participate fully in the festival by leading special sessions designed to help acolytes develop their leadership skills. The Festival will conclude with the Festive Holy Eucharist, featuring dozens of acolytes serving in various roles.
Every carpool must have at least one adult that has completed the Safeguarding God’s Children certification within the past 3 years.
Registration is now open and closes on Friday, October 12, 2018.
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Events and Serving Schedules
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SERMON ON THE AMOUNT - JULY 2018
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St.Matthew's Episcopal Church | P770-979=4210 | stmatts@bellsouth.net | itsthepeople.org
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