St. Peter's
Episcopal Church
Milford, Connecticut
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November 14, 2021
The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost
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“No one, however weak, is denied a share in the victory of the cross. No one is beyond the prayer of Christ.” - Leo the Great (400-461)
This past Wednesday, the church remembered the life and witness of Leo the Great, bishop of Rome. He served the body of Christ at a tumultuous time. He negotiated peace with the Visigoths, and negotiated some protection for the city of Rome from the Vandals. (No, not the punk band.)
What struck me about Leo's life and witness was his gift for preaching about the nature of Christ. Fully Human, Fully Divine. His teaching was so profound that it is the basis for our catechism's teaching on the natures of Christ. Christ's full humanity puts us in relationship with a God who knows our pain and loves us through it. His full divinity assures us that none of us is beyond reach.
I pray that you feel the full reach of Jesus this week, knowing that Christ our mediator and advocate sees you, loves you, and is praying for you today, tomorrow, and always.
Matt +
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This week at St. Peter's
8:00 a.m. Holy Communion in the church and online via livestream.
10:00 a.m. Holy Communion in the church
10:00 a.m. Sunday School is meeting in the Parish Hall at 10.
They will rejoin us for Communion.
Wednesday 12 noon Eucharist with healing service in the church
(This service is also livestreamed)
(See below for details.)
Please keep in mind that with the current warnings about the Delta Variant of the Covid virus, masks are to be worn for all services to protect the most vulnerable among us. Thanks for your patience, and for wearing your mask.
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The Readings for Sunday,
November 14, 2021
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Happy Birthday and congratulations to
Susan Moore, Abigail Thomas,
Gabriel Thomas, and Joe Randazzo,
and all who are celebrating
birthdays this week!
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We continue our study of Hebrews.
Our final session "Approaching Zion"
Hebrews 12-13.
This study will focus on a couple of chapters at a time, and expound on the themes of the chapters with world renowned scholars, Harold Attridge and David Bartlett.
Each week will begin at 7:00 PM with a short video,
followed by discussion among the group.
While the resources are available any time, the discussion is where things get good, and where the "rubber meets the road". Join us! Questions?
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An invitation from Maureen,
our Youth Director
"You are Invited! We are once again inviting you to volunteer with us at with Christian Community Action in New Haven to pack Thanksgiving meal supplies for families in need throughout New Haven. Last year during the pandemic we packed for 1,300 families and had a blast doing it!
The packing event will be Saturday November 20 from 12:00 - 1:45 at Casa de Oracion Y Adoracion, 555 Columbus Ave, New Haven. All CDC guidance will be followed.
A few housekeeping items:
-masks are required over mouth and nose
-participants must have their own transportation
-this is appropriate for older elementary aged students (like third grade-ish) if supervised
-sign up is required- each participant must claim a space- check in with me if you need a last minute add on to see if there's room. We can probably add you in!
Not able to volunteer? CCA Is also looking for donations of turkeys! They will need to be brought to the center in New Haven on Monday 11/22. Please contact Maureen if you'd like to donate one! Anyone who wants to help but can’t volunteer or donate an actual turkey- A donation of $30 would cover the turkey.
If this is the best option for you, please email Maureen, and she would be happy to point you in the right direction!
**If you have any symptoms of illness the day of the event, please be sure to stay home**
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The Bishop's visitation
The Rt. Rev. Ian Douglas, Bishop Diocesan of the Episcopal Church in Connecticut, will be visiting St. Peter's for the 10 a.m. service on Sunday, November 21. His visits are always an occasion of joy, and we hope many of you will be here to greet him. Put it on your calendar!
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Training for Worship Participants |
Training to both welcome and train new members into Service Ministries, and to brush up skills and procedures for those already serving in these ministries, will be held on Saturday, December 4.
Since our return to in-person service, some of the duties and responsibilities have changed, so this is an opportunity to brush up our skills, learn new skills and to train new participants.
The schedule is
10:00a.m. for Ushers and Greeters and
10:45 for LEMs and Acolytes.
We welcome and very much need new members to participate in these important ministries herr at St. Peter's. Come find out what it's all about to see if this is a way you can serve. Please contact Dee Green to let her know if you can make this training. |
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After a year away due to the worldwide pandemic we are happy to announce that we are planning to return to Juarez in 2022 for our annual mission trip For the past 5 years St. Peter's Church has partnered with Casas por Cristo to build a home for a deserving family. This partnership has led many families to Christ and deepened participants' connection with God. No skills are required, just a desire to share your love of Jesus Christ. If you would like to hear more contact Dee Green at deirdregreen61@gmail.com or 203-687-8660.
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We thank you for your pledge!
Your contributions are vital as we faithfully continue living into our God's call to us to Share the Gospel, Prepare Disciples, and Care for our Community.
Please pray about how you might be able to support our mission and ministries in this season of gratitude.
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Save the Date!
The next Meeting to learn more about Refugee Resettlement will take place at
Trinity Lutheran Church, on Tuesday, November 16 at 7:00 PM.
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Note: These offerings are for your Calendar. More info to come on each activity, and how to get connected...Keep Watch!
November 28: Advent Wreath Workshop after the 10:00 am service
Weekly Advent Study: 7:00 PM on Zoom. Starts Dec 1.
#Adventword Daily Advent Reflections via Facebook and Instagram.
December 5: St Nicholas Visits the Sunday School at 10:00 am.
December 11: Advent Quiet Day with Jen Fournier at St. Peter's 9:30-12:00 pm
December 12 and 19 Pageant Rehearsal in Sunday School
December 19 at 4 pm The Pageant at St. Peter's.
December 24, Christmas Eve.
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Your prayers are requested this week for Jackie, Elaine, Dick W., Jack, Sophie, Corrine, Matt, Donald, Jim, Emma, Ronald, Bennett, Rick, David, Ray, Paul, Gail, John, Susan, Nancy, Gabriel, Gretchen, Nicole, Ashley, Pat, Judy, Dorothy, Doug and Corliss, Claire and her family, Kate, Carolyn Martin, Richard, Patricia and Jim, Mike, Helene, Jan, Ruth, Carol, Mark, Ginny, Peggie, Roger, Bob and Connie, and Alice.
+ Pray for those who have died, and for all those who are bereaved.
+ Pray for those who are frightened, anxious, or lonely, especially the sick.
+ Pray for continued wisdom and discernment in our leaders in government and the church alike.
+Pray for the unemployed and underemployed; for all who suffer from addictions; for all who suffer chronic illness, and for all caregivers;
+ Pray for support and strength for health care workers, first responders, hospice chaplains, palliative care teams, funeral directors, and all who attend to end-of-life care.
+ Pray for all communities impacted by climate change and severe weather events.
+ Pray for all who will be persecuted for their faith.
+ Pray for renewal in our church, that the Holy Spirit might bless us with the endurance to run the race before us, and to do so with joy.
+In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer this week, we pray for The Anglican Church of Australia and in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer we remember St. Paul’s, Windham; Grace Church, Windsor; St. James’, Winsted; and All Saints’, Wolcott.
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