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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
In-Person Services at
Christ Church Cathedral:
Sundays 10:00 AM
Virtual Services:
Sundays at 10:00 AM
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Growing in Relationships. Growing in Service. Growing in Christ. |
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The Weekend of October 22, 2021
The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
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Sometimes, when we least expect it, the rug is pulled out from under us. We misstep. Our feet fail us. Mine failed me last Sunday when I almost bit it during the closing procession. Somehow, I failed to connect to the bottom step from the chancel to the floor. I don’t know if I was thinking about what it feels like to walk down the steps to the carpet at St. Paul’s, or what, but suddenly I was stumbling like a drunken sailor. It was even caught on camera and saved for all time on the Cathedral’s YouTube channel if you’d like to have a giggle. What to do, then, with the stumble? Just keep walking like nothing happened, grateful most people were looking at the hymn in the bulletin and not me.
Stumbling can be a metaphor for all sorts of situations in our lives. We often refer to sins or mistakes as “stumbles” or “missteps.” Stumbles, however, are typically not our fault. They just happen. The truth is life is full of obstacles that make us stumble, and sometimes fall. Sometimes the rug gets pulled out from under us. When that happens, the important thing, I think, is to keep going. Recover, dust off, keep moving forward. That’s all I could do last Sunday.
Hurricane Ida pulled the rug out from under our community. Right now, the best thing we can do is try to regain some footing and keep moving forward. The path is still open, the journey of our lives of faith remain before us. That’s why we’re finding other ways to gather, other ways to worship, more ways to serve. These practices keep us moving forward, and keep us focused on carrying out our Christian mission. They also offer us wider perspective, and keep us strong and resilient. I hope you’ll find ways to keep connected with the St. Paul’s community while we recover, and maybe something in the announcements below will help.
As for me, one way I’m moving forward is to keep my annual commitment to the Covenant House Sleep Out to support at-risk youth who are experiencing homelessness in our community. You can join me in that effort by making a donation. Gifts of any size will add to the impact we can make in these young people’s lives. I’ve raised my goal to $5,000 this year. Together we can meet it, and help some other people whose circumstances have tripped them up. There’s more information and a donation link below.
I hope life’s not tripping you up too badly these days. Please reach out if it is, and let us support you in regaining your footing. Keep the faith, St. Paul’s.
God’s blessings,
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- We will not be able to worship in the church for several weeks to come because of the damage from Hurricane Ida. This Sunday, October 24, 2021, we invite you to join us for worship with Christ Church Cathedral, 2919 St. Charles Ave., at 10:00 AM.
- If you need an alternative to in-person worship, you can view the live stream on the Cathedral's YouTube channel HERE.
We encourage you to spend some time beforehand with the readings and Collect of the Day. Don't have a Book of Common Prayer for Sunday? Find it online HERE. |
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Blue Bucket Collection Continues!
Ways to help:
Drop off your bucket or donation at church on Sunday at Christ Church Cathedral or at the front office, Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 PM (2919 St. Charles Ave, wooden door closest to 6th Street)
If you are interested in volunteering to help build buckets, transport down to the Grand Bayou Community, or if you have any questions, please contact Betsy Stoner at estoner1@outlook.com
Thank you for your support of this very important ministry!
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I am giving up my bed for one night.
Sleeping Out helps ensure that youth facing homelessness can sleep safely and dream big at Covenant House.
Covenant House is more than just a shelter. Young people are welcomed 24/7 with relentless support, unconditional love, and absolute respect. They are provided with warm meals, educational opportunities, job training & placement, medical & behavioral health care, mental health & substance use counseling, legal aid, life skills, and more... essential services designed to help them transition from homelessness to independence - and realize their unique promise and potential.
You can be part of the solution for youth overcoming homelessness by making a donation to my Sleep Out.
CLICK BELOW TO GIVE.
Together, we are working towards a future where every young person has a safe place to sleep.
Thank you for your support!
Fr. Rob
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Our diocesan leadership have been hard at work identifying the many ways our diocese and region need assistance following Hurricane Ida. You can find ways to help by visiting the diocesan website. Click the button below. |
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An Invitation to "Make a Joyful Noise!" |
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Join us on Sunday, October 24th from 4:00-6:00 PM at the outdoor turf for some fun and fellowship! Bring your chairs and blankets and settle in for good conversation, music, and community. Children and youth can play on the playground. We'll have sweet treats and some drinks for you to enjoy.
Let's come together and enjoy our St. Paul's community!
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Join our own Chad Brown as he restarts our St. Paul's Men's Study Group. The focus of the next few weeks as we read through the book of Romans together: answering tough questions.
- Who am I?
- What are my personal gifts from God?
- What is my purpose specifically?
Can YOU truly answer these tough questions? Most can not, but there are ways that God is leading us to these answers, and to more abundant life (John 10:10).
This is NOT your usual Bible study, although we will be reading from the Bible, we will be reading for answers to put into action in our lives now.
Find the daily reading list HERE
-Wed. October 27, 2021
-6am - 7am Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits & Coffee
-Knights of Columbus Hall, 6254 Vicksburg St.
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Diocesan Youth Ministry: Saturday at Solomon! |
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"Saturday at Solomon" will be a fun day of games and activities at the Solomon Episcopal Conference Center outdoor pavilion (by the pool).
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 20th, 11am-6:30pm, for grades 9-12.
This will be an outdoor day-only event, with proof of vaccination required for adults and youth.
For Questions and More Information contact:
Mtr. Jane-Allison Wiggin, Diocesan Youth Coordinator
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During times of stress and anxiety, it can be easy to gloss over how we really feel. But, having a safe and supportive ear to process our normal worries and concerns can be immensely helpful. Dr. Jeanne, Director of the St. Paul's Center for Counseling & Education, is a valuable resource in our community. Whether you need to talk through a specific problem or discuss issues in general, Dr. Jeanne is ready and able to help. You can meet with her by phone and Zoom, and at an outdoor space that is both private and COVID safe. If you would like to set up a meeting with Dr. Jeanne, please call or text her at (504) 330-2549 or email her at jrobertson@stpauls-lakeview.org. |
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Grief, Loss, COVID, and Ida
An Article by Dr. Jeanne Robertson
So much has happened in the last year and a half. So much has happened to us all. It’s all different, yet much the same. We’ve all lost much, from small things like what’s available in the grocery, places we can go, to jobs and food and housing security, to loved ones we haven’t been able to be with, church as normal, social gatherings, and deaths. Some people realize the extent to which the lack of human connection has impacted them, perhaps especially the children. Others take a stiff upper lip approach to try to numb the pain, deny how hard it really is (I’m very good at that one!) And just as things were improving, seeming more normal, we were slammed with the Delta variant. AND now we have Ida! Not had, but have Ida, because we are living in the aftermath. Now we are separated yet again!
How are you, REALLY? There is a lot of grieving going on, whether you realize it or not....
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Michele, Barbara, Sally, Lee, Justin, George & Barbara, Cindy, Alice, Ozzie, Bill, The Williams Family, Mark & Joy, Tino & Lupe Navarro, Deborah & Ian Gage, Jimmy, Corey & family, Mallory, The Guerra and The Alfortish families, Henry, Jodee, Charlie, Matthew, Robert, Yasmeen, Betty, Pat, Joseph, Phil, Noah, Stephen, Harris, Ann, Gerald, Tom, Earlyn, Bryson, Clyde, Zina, Christina, Harlon, Jack, Jane, Mike, Kylie, Chad, Harold; Kay, Judy, Ruth, Helen, Devin, Phillip, Anna, Pam, Mary, Vic, Claire, Paul, Sue, Delores, Jean, Shelly, Judson, Chris, Robert, Ted, Stephanie, Audrey, Harvey, Jan & Ralph, Eugene, Nan, August, Patti, Nathaniel, Kathleen, Rosemary, Larry & Carl, Ingrid & Kris, Enamos, Bonnie, Erin, all those who are ill with COVID-19, the people of Haiti in the recovery efforts, the people of Afghanistan and those in harms way, and all victims of Hurricane Ida.
We pray for all those in the healthcare profession, especially Ranjit Chima, Lindsey Hill, Rob Ramirez, Laura Beth Ramirez, Bob Vieth, Stephanie Palmisano, Kelley Morel, Tommy Morel, Jasmine Bahd, Jeanne Robertson, Doug Bostick, Vicki Kennedy, Gene Antenucci, Melissa Carnall, Betty Lo, Chris Blaise, Jennifer Chamberlain, Michael Napoli, Alison Napoli, Jane Clayton, Alison Quayle, Ian Townley, Mike Santone, Mark Thomas, Jean Thomas, Nikki Wilder, Riley Sibley, Catie Brown, Catherine Courtney, Julie Rose, Amelia Martin, Jamie Fineran, and all others who care for those who are suffering in body, mind, or spirit.
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church
In-Person Services at
Christ Church Cathedral:
Sundays 10:00 AM
Virtual Services:
Sundays at 10:00 AM
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