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This Sunday's readings feature two stories of hospitality: Abraham welcoming the Lord to his tent near the oaks of Mamre and Martha and Mary welcoming Jesus to their home as a stopover on his way to Jerusalem. We'll wrestle with these stories this weekend, but here I want to use them as a gimmick to invite you to our new home on Saturday, July 30. That day we'll host a drop-in housewarming party from 9:30 to noon, with a house blessing liturgy at 11:00. We now live at 137 Broad St in Augusta (that's Olde Town).
We don't usually make a big announcement when someone at Saint Paul's buys a house. I'm aware of the strangeness of doing it for us. But it is a little different when it's the priest--somehow, my family buying a home in the community is a sacrament of our partnership in ministry. To an unusual degree, Saint Paul's is all tied up in our living here. This house won't fully be home for us until you and we together have laughed and prayed in it.
I can't promise to give you a calf, as Abraham does to his visitors, or to sit at your feet for hours on the 30th as Mary does for Jesus. But I can promise that our housekeeping will make you feel better about your housekeeping, and that laughing and praying together at home will draw us closer together in the love of God. Please let us know that you're coming!
Eric+
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | July 17 |
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Saint Paul's Nursery is OPEN
Sundays 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursey is open for children 6 months to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available on Sunday mornings beginning at 9:30 a.m. to allow parents to attend formation. If you have any questions about the nursey, please contact the parish office. Miss Connie and Miss Jenna are all VERY EXCITED to welcome you back! |
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Hornsby School Supply Drive
Through August 7
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It is time to get ready! We will be gathering school supplies for the children at our partner neighbor school, Hornsby. We will have labeled containers in the narthex and the church office starting this Sunday until Sunday, August 7th. Thank you in advance for helping our students start off on a good foot.
Supplies Needed: Crayons, pencils, pens, colored pencils, paper, glue sticks, child-sized scissors, notebooks, and folders.
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Sunday Forum
Sundays 9:30 AM, Berlin Room
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Join us for our summer formation series on the Apostles Creed. Each session is independent of the next, so you do not need to have been at the last session to join.
This Sunday at 9:30 we continue our series on the Apostles Creed by talking about monotheism and politics, a topic that is both more exciting and less scary than it sounds.
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8 AM Rite I - In person
11 AM Rite II - In person
5:30 PM - Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
All three of our Sunday worship services are in-person.
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
Sundays, 5:30 PM
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Laura Tomlin is our guest musician this week. |
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EVENTS THIS WEEK| July 18 - July 24 |
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Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner
Wednesday, July 20, 6-7 PM, River Room
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Join us for our monthly fellowship dinner, Wednesday, July 20, 6-7 PM catered by Cordially Invited. On the menu: mixed green salad, creamy Cajun chicken with andouille sausage, loaded mashed potato casserole, green beans, and strawberry and peach cobbler. (P, B, & J and Mac and Cheese available.) Please RSVP using the link below. Donations accepted. |
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Saint Paul's Weekday Greeter for the Church
Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 3 PM
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The Church is open daily from 9 AM-3 PM for prayer and quiet reflection. To do that well in our neighborhood, we could use some volunteers who are on hand to greet people. Bring a book or your journal, or just enjoy the quiet time to reflect & pray yourself, and then welcome guests as they arrive. Please sign up using the link below. We're suggesting that volunteers work in teams, but that is not necessary. Contact the parish office with any questions. |
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"Oktoberfest by the River"
Saturday, September 10th, 6:30 PM - 10 PM
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Tickets are now available!
Tickets purchased in advance are $45/ person which is a savings of $5 per ticket. For additional information, please contact Melissa Friedman or by telephone at (443) 528-9149.
Please support the Oktoberfest fund raising efforts by purchasing tickets and contributing to the silent auction or live auction items with all proceeds to support our community outreach efforts
Please contact Marilyn Grau for any donations or ideas. All proceeds will be used for our various Outreach Ministries. |
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Compline
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM Social time follows worship on Zoom.
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Dial-In: (646) 876-9923
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Compline is a beautiful, simple, and quiet service to end the day together in prayer with God. This service is led by members of the parish using an on-screen bulletin so everyone may pray together.
Following the prayers, those who gather through Zoom have an opportunity for a mid-week visit.
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Manna Pantry
Saturday, July 23
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Our next Manna Pantry is still scheduled for Saturday, July 23. We’ve made a few changes to our process for this month only, so please contact Melissa Friedman for more information. |
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Caregivers' Support Group |
The Caregivers' Support Group is scheduled for Thursday, July 28. Due to the rising COVID cases locally, even among those vaccinated, we are cautious about in-person attendance for those who care for vulnerable individuals. We will be reaching out to those who attend to determine if a Zoom meeting is an option. If you attend this support group, please contact Fr. Biddy to share your thoughts. |
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Housewarming Party & Home Blessing
July 30, 9:30 AM - 12:00 noon
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The parish and friends are invited to a drop-in housewarming party at the Biddy family home, Saturday July 30, 9:30 AM to noon, with a house blessing liturgy at 11:00 AM, 137 Broad St. in Augusta (that’s Olde Town).
Please RSVP using the Link below.
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OPEN Sunday for Altar Flowers
July 31 and August 21
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July 31 and August 21 are open Sundays for altar flowers. If anyone would kindly like to sponsor one of these Sundays in honor or memory of someone or "many" someones please contact the parish office. The normal charge is a minimum of $100. What a lovely way to remember or honor someone and contribute to the Flower Guild at the same time. |
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July 18 - Vestry Meeting
July 20 - Wednesday Night Supper
July 23 - Manna Pantry
July 28 - Caregivers' Support Group
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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New Forward Day by Day Available |
The new Forward Day by Day issue for August, September, and October has arrived and is available in the Narthex and in the rack outside the parish office. If you would like to have one mailed to you, please contact the parish office. Forward Day by Day is a booklet of daily, “page-a-day,” inspirational meditations, each reflecting on a specific Bible passage from the daily lectionary readings of the Episcopal Church. The meditations are rich in substance and offer a wide range of witness and experience. These meditations are also available online at the Forward Movement website. |
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Sign up for EfM (Education for Ministry)
at Church of the Good Shepherd
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Are you interested in the Education for Ministry program? More than a Bible study, EfM takes a fresh look at life events in the light of church tradition and 21st century culture. Participants study, worship, and engage in theological reflection together in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. The Church of the Good Shepherd is welcoming new participants to their two classes and encourages those interested from all parishes to join.
Sign up is in July! EfM groups begin meeting in late August.
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The Saint Paul’s Choir began their summer break on June 12. On the summer Sundays when the choirs are on vacation, special music is provided by guest instrumentalists or singers. If you’d like to donate the music on these Sundays, please email Director of Music Keith Shafer or call him (706) 724-2485 ext. 215 for further information and cost. |
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The Parish Office is updating our parish directory and has hired Alison Nesbitt to assist us in the collection of data. If you have not receive a call from her, please contact the parish office by email or by telephone at (706) 724-2485, so that we may update our parish records or add you to our records. . |
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Gathering Safely Plan Updated 03-17-21 |
The Vestry has approved a plan for gathering safely. This plan is available using the link below and on our website. Clergy, vestry, and regathering committee members will continue to monitor the situation and publicize precautions and changes. |
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From the Stewardship Chair
Lord, we give faithfully, and in our giving, we honor you,
the source of all our blessings, our daily bread, and all the gifts in our lives.
The Finance Committee and the Vestry are beginning the work of preparing the 2022 budget. Your pledge allows them to prepare a more accurate budget. If you have not yet completed a pledge card, please prayerfully consider your pledge to a momentous year. Pledge cards are available in the Narthex and by contacting the parish office. You may also pledge online using the link below.
Pledge Cards Received: 139
93 Increase (23 new), 6 Decrease, 40 no change
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 07/13/2022
Offerings pledged this Week $12,981.00
Offerings received this Week $5,946.00
Operating Expenses to Date $471,412.01
Operating Income to Date $548,558.22
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