Love and Action Combined
Dear All,
In ten days, we will gather as a community for our Annual Parochial Church Meeting on Sunday, January 23rd at 11:30AM. With pandemic challenges in mind, the meeting will be held virtually via ZOOM; and in time-honored tradition will be a special date to take stock, take care of matters that reflect good governance of our resources, and good ordering of our shared life in Christ. It will also be an occasion to give thanks and to generate appreciation for all that we have been able to do this past year, in Christ’s name.
Here’s an extract from last Sunday’s sermon, given on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, that I believe is helpful to ponder as we prepare to gather in two Sundays' time:
So, today’s gospel is a story about Jesus’ identity and calling as the Beloved Son of God; it has the power to become our story, too. Jesus’ baptism and our baptism into the Body of Christ begs the question: what are we called to do?” From the Latin word vocare, call has implications for us all, as we continue to respond to the complex challenges and opportunities life presents to us. Interestingly, Jesus doesn’t hear the voice from heaven say, “Okay, now here’s what I need you to do, dear boy!” - it’s not that kind of call, even for Jesus. Rather, the voice, “the call” is very much about the delight of God in his beloved Son. I love the idea that delight and appreciation in our being precedes any notion of what we might be doing. God, in the baptismal call, simply loves and names: “You are my beloved; with you I am well pleased.” This is where it begins; this is the source of spiritual empowerment from which we are invited to gain perspective on what it means to live a good life in Communion with Christ.”
Onward in the Light and Love of Christ,
Gareth
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THIS SUNDAY
8:00AM Worship
in the Main Sanctuary
10:00AM Worship
in-person or online
Sunday School is suspended for the month of January.
All are welcome though we strongly encourage in-person attendees to be fully vaccinated and boosted. Masks are required. Please review our COVID protocols.
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Notice of Annual Meeting
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will be held virtually via ZOOM on Sunday, January 23 at 11:30AM.
Call For Committee Reports!
Committee Reports should be sent to Sue Stanley by this Monday, January 17 for inclusion in the Annual Report.
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Much Appreciated!
Many thanks from Sue, Donald and Ron for the Christmas gifts. Wishing all the St. B family a good year ahead!
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REPAIR: What Must We Do To Ensure a Healthy Planet for All?
Rising sea levels . . . deadly tornados and hurricanes . . . devastating wildfires—the signs of
accelerating environmental change are all around us, spurring citizen activism and
governmental mobilization around the globe. Yet environmental challenges have too often
been addressed through policies that victimize the most vulnerable communities—the poor,
the marginalized, and people of color.
Unless we tackle today’s crisis through the lens of environmental justice, no truly sustainable
solutions are possible.
Join REPAIR on Wednesday evening, January 19, when a remarkable panel of experts and
activists will lead a forum on environmental justice—what it means, what we must to do
achieve it, and how we can support it in our own communities. Our panelists will include:
- Anjali Sauthoff, an environmental health scientist who is working with Westchester
County government to create tools that powerfully communicate the impacts of climate
change on communities
- Paul Presendieu, outreach manager for the nonprofit consortium Sustainable
Westchester and a global ambassador for the UN Foundation’s sustainable development goal on climate action
- Delia M. Farquharson, a former Mt. Vernon city council member whose area of focus
included using the powers of local government to improve environmental quality for all
citizens
- Rev. Dr. Gregory Simpson, a Ph.D. in organic chemistry and pastor of Nauraushaun
Presbyterian Church in Pearl River, NY, who is co-founder of the Hudson Valley
Environmental Justice Coalition
If you’re worried about the kind of planet we will be leaving to our children and
grandchildren—and whether it will enable all human beings to enjoy healthy, productive
lives—this meeting of REPAIR is one you won’t want to miss.
Meeting Date: Wednesday, January 19
Meeting Time: 7:30PM
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Angel Tree Update
Many thanks to everyone who participated in The Angel Tree fundraiser that ran for four weeks over Advent and Christmas. In total $13,699 was raised from between IPC and St. B’s with Good Shepherd School and the Irvington Children’s Center also participating. The goal for the fundraiser was $7,500 with the end result of $5,699 raised in excess of the goal amount for the Refugee Resettlement Ministry. To-date, approximately 96% of the pledged amount has been received, with $500 still outstanding from a small number of individuals (implicit gentle reminder!). All in all a great outpouring of generosity in the spirit of Christmas! Thanks and Congratulations to Brittnee Crawford for orchestrating a truly fun fundraiser!
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Invitation to Benefit Exhibition
Jean Sears writes: A benefit photography exhibition, entitled, ‘America the Beautiful’, by Park Joon, a South Korean landscape photographer, in the tradition of Ansel Adams is being held at the Church of the Heavenly Rest, 1085 Fifth Ave NY NY 10128. All funds raised go to help child victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. You can find more information HERE.
The exhibition runs from January 11- February 12, 2022.
There are two receptions to meet the artist at the Church of the Heavenly Rest: Saturday, Jan 22 and Saturday, Jan 29 from 5:00-7:00PM. RSVP by Jan 15.
Your support by purchasing artwork or making a donation will be greatly appreciated. Full Vaccination is required for entrance.
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The Saint Barnabas Book Group will meet by Zoom on WEDNESDAY , February 9th, at 7:30 to discuss “Martin Dressler”, by Steven Millhauser.
Please note the change of day to Wednesday.
All are welcome!
If you have any questions, would like to be added to the Book Group email list, or simply want the Zoom link to this particular meeting, email Lea CarmichaelRichardson
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Adult Formation
Reading the New Testament
Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays
9:30AM - 10:30AM
Online Class -
Meeting ID: 336 690 2686
Passcode: 10533
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Giving
Please continue to make your pledges or contributions. Online payments may be made HERE, or on our website under the "Give" section, or by mail.
If you would like to contribute stock or wire funds, contact Cynthia Ferguson at (914) 922-1921.
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Contact
To schedule a meeting with the rector, call the Parish Office at (914) 591-8194 or email Sue Stanley. The rector's Sabbath (day off) is Monday.
For pastoral emergencies, call the Rev. Gareth Evans at (617) 930-3728.
If you have announcements for the weekly eNews, email Hope Durot by Tuesday.
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