The OCTOBER 2021 Connection
St. James Episcopal Church
Amesbury, MA
The Rev. John A. Satula
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Joint Outside Service at All Saints'
Outside Service & Blessing of Animals:
This Sunday, October 3, 10 am
All Saints', 895 Main St., West Newbury
All are invited to a service with Holy Eucharist. We will follow all Diocesan and state safety protocols, including physical distancing and the wearing of face covers. Bring a chair and hand sanitizer.
And, if you'd like, bring your pet (leashed or caged), a photo, or a favorite stuffed animal for a special blessing as we celebrate the feast of St Francis!*
* The 8 am service will still be held at St. James this day.
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Welcome back to St. James!
Worship services every Sunday at 8 am and 10 am
The 8 am service is the Holy Eucharist: Rite I and the 10 am service is the Holy Eucharist: Rite II. Please join us for coffee hour in the Parish Hall directly following the 10 am service.
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Our office at 120 Main Street is now open from 9:00-1:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Vestry Meeting
St James' Vestry will meet virtually on October 14, at 7pm.
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New Administrator and Organist
Please welcome Catherine Barkley and Bob Acorn.
Catherine lives in Amesbury with her husband, three kids, and two dogs. After taking time off working to raise her kids, she is excited to be back to it and to be part of the St. James community. Her previous work experience is in marketing and administration for non-profit organizations and small businesses.
You probably recognize Bob from All Saints'. We so enjoyed working with him during the lockdown that we asked Bob to come onboard at St. James. He will be taking the reins of the organ and piano at St. James. Welcome Bob we are blessed you are here.
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Upcoming Baptism
Please join us for the baptism of Mary Evelyn Morrissey, daughter of Nicole and Sean Morrissey, on Saturday, October 9th at 2 pm at Moseley Woods in Newburyport.
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October birthday greetings and blessings:
Logan Pittorino, Greg Bettencourt, The Rev. Dee Woodward, Ron Jones, Sandra Courschesne, Laurie Veal, Shayla Cassidy, Max Janik, Andrew Dawe, Anna Tessmer, Pat Dubus, Chiara Mastrangelo, Paul Fenner, Maureen Champagne, Ken Harrop, Cheyanne Saboo
October wedding anniversary greetings and blessings:
Kate & Jason Mignone, Bonnie & Duncan Noyes, Bill & Betty Moren
Congratulations to Susan and Andy Olsen on the birth of their grandson, Ansel James Laughlin!
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Building News
- On Friday, September 24th, the church was deep cleaned using green products.
- On Wednesday, October 6th, the large tree in the corner of the parking lot will be removed. Unfortunately, the tree is dead and now poses a danger to the entire area. Removing the tree is not inexpensive and any help is greatly appreciated. Please write "tree removal" in the memo line if you choose to donate.
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Free Treadmill Available
Pro-Form Crosswalk Caliber Elite treadmill in excellent condition with arm pulls and a heart monitor is available free to a good home. It is already assembled. If interested, please call Paulette at 978-918-4359.
Online guide is available here.
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Please send your prayer requests to the office. Let us pray together.
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St James is a strong and loving community
that welcomes, encourages, and empowers all
to grow in Christ and to do God's work in the world.
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