We are a worshiping community where everyone matters, everyone is loved, and everyone belongs. Everyone!
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Dear Friends,
For most churches, the months of October and November are focused on the topic of Stewardship. The Steward in our scriptures was a person who managed the household or property of another. They were entrusted to care for their surroundings – both the material items and the people. We hear about faithful stewards (and some dishonest ones) in the stories Jesus tells. We are also encouraged to expand our understanding of a steward in the New Testament Letters. In 1 Peter 4:10 we are encouraged to use our gifts to serve others - Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. And in 1 Corinthians 4:1-2, Paul encourages us to be good stewards of God’s revelation saying - This, then, is how you ought to regard us: as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with the mysteries God has revealed. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.
I love the broadened definition of a steward given to us in the writings of Peter and Paul. They remind us that we have been entrusted with sharing the Good News of Jesus through our time and our talent. Our time and our talent combined with our financial blessings help to spread the life changing love of Jesus Christ.
By being faithful stewards of our church, St. Nicholas and of your life of faith, we are sharing the love of Jesus and have been able to accomplish some pretty wonderful things together. Throughout this past year we have had offerings for families and our community that included a Pancake Supper and Talent Show, a Multi-generational VBS, a Halloween Costume Blessing and Party, a fantastic Pet Blessing – just to name a few events. We have also had amazing Sunday Worship throughout the year with talented musicians, hardworking volunteers, and a hard-working tech crew to keep us online. We have also had great celebrations in Christmas and Easter. We have been able to add the sprinkler system in the future Sunday School room and offices. We have also, just this week, been able to reseal and restripe our parking lot.
All these things can’t happen without you. They can’t and won’t happen without your time, talent, and treasure. So, first and foremost, thank you. Thank you for your presence, your gifts, and being good stewards as you have shared your life with us. And second, I pray we all continue to discern wisely and give of ourselves to build the Kingdom of God in Bulverde and Spring Branch. We have so much beautiful work to do… so much love to share with the world around us...
Please take some time over this next month to pray about what God would have you do or share here at St. Nick’s or in our community. What does God want to entrust you with as we move closer to the start of a new church year together? Are you being called to give financially? To start a new ministry? To learn through a bible study or formation time? Participate in a current ministry? Create something for the sake of our Bulverde/Spring Branch community that meets a growing need?
Here is a prayer for guidance from our Book of Common Prayer (pg. 832) to guide you.
O God, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and light rises up in darkness for the godly: Grant us, in all our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what You would have us do, that the Spirit of wisdom may save us from all false choices, and that in Your light we may see light, and in Your straight path we may not stumble; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
God calls each of us to be good stewards of our life of faith. We are called to recognize in ourselves our giftedness, our passions, and our love for Jesus our Savior. I pray God’s Spirit will come upon each and every one us this “Stewardship Season” and help us to see how we can share the love of Jesus with great abandon and great joy!
God’s Peace, Love, and Blessings,
Beth+
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Join us this Saturday, October 15, for Musik in the Park
Mish Mash will begin playing at 7pm. Food is available for purchase by Roosters, Dirty Dawgs and Our Sweet Life. We are offering free face painting to the community. Have artistic talent – join us! Want to just come and hang out and enjoy the company of cute dogs and great friends – join us! We are setting up at 6:00pm. See you Saturday!
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Animal Blessing - Thank You! |
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Thank you to all who joined us for our Pet Blessing on Saturday, October 8th. We were blessed with lots of new friends – four-legged creatures and two-legged ones too! It was a sweet time of crafting, eating, loving on pets, and spending time together! Thank you to our hard-working volunteers who helped set-up, clean-up and with all the activities. You are a blessing! |
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Sunday, October 16: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Collect for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost:
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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Men's Lunch Group
Thursdays, 11:30am
Our Men's Lunch Group returns this week! Bring your own brown bag lunch, or grab lunch at a local eatery and join in fellowship with other men from our St. Nick's community!
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Women's Bible Study
Thursdays, 1-2pm
Contact Rev. Beth for the zoom link to study this week's Gospel reading. All women are welcome to join in the study.
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Musik in the Park
Saturday, October 15
6:30pm
Join us this Saturday for Bulverde's Musik in the Park.
St. Nick's offers free crafting, face painting and activities for the kids at Musik in the Park. It's a great way to meet our neighbors and spead a little St. Nick's love and joy.
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Sunday Worship
Invite your friends, family, and neighbors! All are invited to worship with us.
8:30am - Outdoor Worship
9:30am - Indoor Worship
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Sunday Book Study
September 18th - October 23rd
We will study the book Bittersweet by Susan Cain. You can contact Kathie Jinks or Rose Marie Jundzilo for more information.
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No Bible Study next week
No Bible Study on Tuesday, October 18.
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Praying in Color
Wednesdays, 9:30am
This small group meets to study scripture together. If you are interested in a Lectio Divina study that combines art, conversation and study - this group is for you!
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No Holy Hangout next week
No Holy Hangout on Wednesday, October 19.
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Dinner Church
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm
Come and join us for conversation, laughter, and lots of food!
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Bible Journaling
Thursdays, 9:30am
Beginning October 20th at St. Nicholas, Bible Journaling will resume. Come and read the passages of the week and journal in your Bible. Color your thoughts as you discuss the scriptures and how to apply them to your life.
Contact Missy Denney for more info at 210-262-3664.
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Halloween Party &
Costume Blessing!
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Sunday, October 30
Pick up your goodie bag invites at St. Nicholas and invite your friends and family to come and join in on the fun of our annual Costume Blessing Worship service and Halloween Party. Come to the 9:30am worship and see what crazy costumes are at church this year! Come and enjoy the food, the fun, the friendship, and all things pumpkin!
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Church Administration and Volunteer Information |
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Realm is our online directory and support for you as we grow as a church family. Realm will make it easy for our church family to connect with each other, keep up with what’s going on, and grow as a connected community of faith.
How to Participate:
- Contact Rev. Beth for an invite to Realm.
- Create your Login – after receiving an invite to join Realm, you will receive an email with a link and instructions about how to create your login. After you are logged in, take a few minutes to upload your own profile picture, update your personal information, choose your privacy settings, notifications settings, and more.
- Notice that we are starting to communicate on Realm Connect too! So fun to see pictures from Dinner Church and be reminded about events and ministries.
- You can see Rev. Beth, Jeremy, or Emily for help with Realm after the 9:30am worship or make an appointment during the week to help get connected. You can text Beth at 214-213-0739 to make arrangements.
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Sign - up for Sunday Morning Ministries! |
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The sign-up sheet for our Sunday Morning ministries can be found online or on the welcome table at St. Nicks. We would love to have some greeters and people who are willing to bring cookies or treats for our coffee hour after church. Again, you can sign-up here or on the sign-up sheets on the welcome table at St. Nicks. If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Beth. Remember - children and youth are welcome to participate in these ministries as well. We want to live into our call to be a vibrant intergenerational church!
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2265 Bulverde Rd.
Bulverde, TX 78163
Phone: 214-213-0739
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