This Sunday August 1 please join us:
8:00 a.m. | Communion, Rite I
10:00 a.m. | Communion with Music, Rite II
Preacher for this Sunday: The Rev. Duane Nettles
You can tune in to our live-streamed 10:00 a.m. service via YouTube!
Be sure to download your bulletin before livestream services;
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Tomorrow July 31 = Youth Pool Party!
Parents of rising 6th-12 graders: yes, you can still come to the pool party for GHTC youth on Saturday, July 31. Held from 5-7 p.m. at the home of Shelli Lord-Pawson and Todd Pawson, there’s plenty of outdoor activities (pool floats, a ping-pong table, spike ball, a bubble machine and more). Please bring a bathing suit and a towel if you want to swim, or just join other GHTC families during food and fun. Everyone can meet Kate Given and Kyle Bomar, our new staff members, plus visit with the Rev. Duane Nettles at this outdoor event for youth and their families.
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Photos & Senior Brunch is this Sunday Aug. 1
This Sunday, we’re celebrating seniors with brunch in the Parish Hall after the 10:00 a.m. worship service. You can meet the Rev. Duane Nettles , partake in Holy Communion, and hear Duane’s sermon, too.
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Masks are Back
Recently, the CDC changed its recommendations in response to growing concerns about the Delta variant of COVID-19. As of July 27, the CDC recommends that vaccinated persons wear masks indoors in public areas with high or substantial COVID-19 transmission rates. As of July 28 Chesterfield County has a substantial COVID-19 transmission rate. The City of Richmond and Henrico County are nearing a high rate as well. The CDC also recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, students, staff and visitors in schools, regardless of vaccination status. Guidance for unvaccinated people remains the same—wear a mask until fully vaccinated.
If the transmission rates rise, the Diocese of VA recommends requiring masking for all persons, whether vaccinated or unvaccinated, during worship, education, formation, outreach, fellowship and any other indoor group gathering. Whatever the transmission rate, the Diocese recommends universal indoor masking for all teachers, students, staff, visitors of any church school, Sunday School, after school programs or other group activity for children.
To care for the most vulnerable, beginning July 29 while in the building, the Vestry reminds you that our COVID guidelines are in accordance with the CDC. Vaccinated people can contract and spread the Delta variant, whether they have symptoms or not—so please, wear a mask so that everyone can be included.
When eating and drinking, masks may be removed.
During worship, we will continue to maintain social distancing (skipping
every other pew) in the nave.
Please remember to be respectful of everyone's personal health status as we try to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all. Your Vestry and Rector will continue to monitor local COVID numbers and adjust accordingly.
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7/31 | Pool party for Youth & Families at the Pawson home in Midlothian
8/1 | Senior Sunday Brunch in the Parish Hall at 11:15 a.m.
8/8 | Boxed Lunches for Youth & Families in the Parish Hall at 11:00 a.m.
8/22 | Nursery returns & Blessing of the Backpacks
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Aug. 22: Blessing of the Backpacks
As we celebrate young families, be sure to mark your calendar for Sunday, Aug. 22 when we hold a blessing of the backpacks during the 10:00 a.m. worship service. If you’re a parent, grandparent, or have a school aged child in your life, bring their backpack to church and receive a special blessing for the coming school year. Remember, Virginia’s tax-free holiday is Aug. 6-8 when school supplies, clothing, and certain emergency supplies may be purchased without paying sales tax. It’s a great time to shop and fill those backpacks!
Musical Interlude
If you haven’t yet been on the church’s Facebook page, this week's "Samples from Sunday" is the lively "Jubilee" (from "Suite in G for Organ") by the contemporary composer Carson Cooman. The piece is characterized by a "moto perpetuo" or "perpetual motion" with a driving energy. The playful melody is featured several times in the right hand over repeated G notes in the left hand. Be sure to check out our other musical offerings on our GHTC YouTube Music Channel!
Altar Guild Requests Silver Platters
The Altar Guild seeks a donation of two to three silver platters, under 19 inches, without handles and flat bottoms. Contact Jean DeShazo Jumet for more details.
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Youth & Parents Boxed Lunches on Aug. 8
If you have a family member that’s in middle or high school, be sure to join our new Youth and Formation Minister Kyle Bomar after worship on Sunday, August 8. Boxed lunches will be served. It’s your chance to chat with Kyle in a small setting, so be sure to contact Kyle today and let him know you’ll join him for lunch!
Kitchen Clean Up Postponed
Originally set for August 8 after the 10:00 a.m. service, the deep cleaning of the GHTC kitchen has been postponed. We’ll still need volunteers so keep an eye out for more details on this important project.
Nursery Care Returning Aug. 22
Beginning on August 22, the nursery will be open on Sundays from 7:45-11:45 a.m. The nursery will serve children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Those of you with children aged 4 and up, hang in there—our Sunday School programming will begin on September 12 (details forthcoming). Pre-registration will be available to secure your child’s spot each week; nursery attendance will be capped at twelve children. More details will be provided in the coming weeks. Per CDC guidance, all children age 2 and over will be required to wear a mask, and we ask that parents mask up to drop their children off or pick them up, also in accordance with the newly updated CDC guidelines. All nursery staff will be vaccinated and masked. For any questions, please feel free to contact Children and Young Families Minister Kate Given.
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Upstairs getting a make-over
Before we head back to our fall schedule (beginning September 12), be sure to walk through the upstairs of the church next time you’re in the building. The Vestry voted to make $150,000 in improvements to the 2nd floor for our children and youth. New lighting will be installed to brighten up the space, and long-overdue ceiling repairs and painting are on the list, too. Sorting, cleaning, preparing—there’s plenty more happening over these hot summer days. If you'd like to donate towards the work, you can drop a check in the offering plate or mail it to the church office. Mark "2nd floor reno" in the memo line.
Praying for Each Other
During the last few months the COVID call team and prayer lists have consolidated. To be added to the prayer list, email prayer@ghtc.org where your confidential request (seen by clergy) will be added to the list. Prayer requests last for four weeks unless otherwise specified. You can receive a copy of the prayer list by emailing.
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Red Door Ministry Clothing Closet
In addition to nutritious meals, the Red Door provides seasonal clothing--guests can “shop” from seasonal clothing such as short sleeve shirts and lighter weight pants. Men’s clothing plus socks and underwear are needed every week, along with travel-size shampoo and soap. You can drop off your donation at the church or make a donation online.
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