Golden Threads That Bind Us
We will celebrate All Saints' Day this Sunday, even though it is not a movable feast. We are, however, permitted to transfer it to the following Sunday, which is a fine compromise given the pastoral dimension to worship on this occasion. All Saints’ in our tradition invites us to remember collectively family members, fellow communicants and friends, both recently and long departed, before the throne of Christ, so gloriously depicted for us in our East Window. The feast also has a special liturgical resonance, as we gather for Holy Communion, mindful that we belong to the Communion of Saints on earth as well as in heaven. This sentiment is captured so perfectly in the transcendent processional hymn, “For All the Saints,” written by the English Bishop William Walsham How in 1864. My favorite verse is the last one:
From earth’s wide bounds, from ocean’s farthest coast,
Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host,
In praise of Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,
Alleluia! Alleluia!
Perhaps like me, you’ll be remembering church friends, recently departed and those dear to you, whose anniversaries fall at this time. Please send along the names of any, whom you would like to be remembered during this Sunday’s liturgy, to Barbara Wright HERE, in her role as keeper of the intercessions list.
Onward in Hope
Gareth
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This Sunday
10:00AM Worship
in the Church & Online
Followed by coffee outdoors
Dress warmly for church as we are still leaving the windows and doors open.
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4:00PM Worship
on the back lawn
with Sunday School outdoors
and Connected Parenting after the service
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Daylight Savings
Don't forget to set your clocks back this Saturday night before bed!
Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, November 7
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Christ Our Bridge
This year’s campaign, “Christ our Bridge,” is inspired by a verse from John’s Gospel: “And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.” (12:32). Jesus Christ draws all people to himself through his death and resurrection and is our "bridge over troubled waters" during these challenging times; by extension, we are called to be the same for each other. Therefore, may this stewardship season reflect our collective desire to be a bridge for the spiritual well-being of one another and connect us to the lively acclamation, “For all things come from Thee, O Lord, and of Thine Own have we given Thee.” Amen
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Stewardship Campaign 2022 video |
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Behind the scenes and look back video |
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Sunday School
Children meet outdoors on the front lawn during the 4pm Worship Service this week.
This Sunday
November 7 at 4:00PM
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Confirmation Class
This class for 8th/9th/10th graders runs for eight weeks, with confirmation on December 12.
This Sunday
November 7 at 3:00PM
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Connected Parenting
Parents of children of all ages are invited to the rectory porch for conversation and reflection, as well as supper.
This Sunday, November 7
5:00PM to 6:30PM
Childcare provided.
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Memorial Exhibit: Book Arts by Edwin Holmgren
There will be a showing of the late Edwin Holmgren's work (journals, portfolios, boxes) at Kendal on Hudson.
This Saturday, November 6
11:00AM to 3:00PM
Priscilla will be there to welcome you and share the history behind his creations. The exhibition space is a short walk down the hall from the main foyer. Admission free. Please wear masks.
Read about Holmgren (1934-2020) here.
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Clothing Sale! This Week!
Doors to the sale will open to the public this Wednesday, November 10. Donors may shop on Tuesday, Nov. 9. (No more donations at this point.)
We need volunteers!
Please help us during sale hours (on the pink flyer above), if you are comfortable being inside. We all wear masks. The setup team has done an amazing job but we now need help to welcome our guests for the sale.
Please come to support this important outreach and recycling effort. We need you!
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Rivertowns for Refugees
The kickoff meeting of the IPC/StB's for Refugees was held on Tuesday.
IPC/StB's group extends an invitation to an upcoming fundraiser. Tickets are available via the links in the poster below (double-click!), or at this link.
For more information about this group, please contact Fran Bean.
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Thanksgiving Food Drive
Sunday, November 21
The Community Food Pantry serves local families who are hungry and in need of food. During the Covid pandemic, the number of families served doubled and the increase in need has persisted. The Community Food Pantry anticipates serving 500 families (about 2,000 people) in November. You can help make the holiday a little nicer for a local family in need by donating food or making a contribution toward the purchase of food.
Items most needed by the pantry are: healthy cereal (plain Cheerios), oatmeal, peanut butter, jelly (plastic jars), 2 lb. bags of rice, canned & dried beans, pasta & pasta sauce, shelf stable milk, tuna & sardines. Non-perishable dessert items for the holiday (cake mix, pudding mix, etc.). Diapers (all sizes). Please note that the pantry cannot accept expired food.
Funds to purchase food can be donated directly to the pantry HERE. The pantry is run entirely by volunteers. Every dollar given goes directly toward purchasing food. If you wish to volunteer to help with this event or a future food drive, please contact Barbara Mahoney.
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Women’s Group
Fran Bean leads this group on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. All welcome! Contact Fran with questions.
This Wednesday, Nov. 10
10:45AM-12:00PM
This is a hybrid event. The meeting will take place on the rectory front porch and also at this Zoom Link.
Meeting ID: 336 690 2686
Passcode: 10533
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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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Book Group
The Saint Barnabas Book Group will meet via Zoom on Tuesday, Nov. 30, to discuss
“Deacon King Kong” by James McBride.
If you would like to have your name added to our email list, would like the Zoom invite for this meeting, or have any questions, contact Lea Carmichael Richardson
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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 914-631-7188.
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Connect
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 Friday.
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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