Weekly
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news & events
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February 25 - March 6, 2022
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Brad and Bradly Sandbach rewired and replaced the light over the altar window this week. |
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When you're next here for an evening service you'll find a much brighter east parking lot. |
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VESTRY UPDATES FROM THE SENIOR WARDEN |
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Dear People of Saint Paul's:
The Vestry met this week for its monthly meeting. As Fr. Biddy was out of town, we met via Zoom. Happily, this will not be our norm. While we reviewed the responses received so far about the Memorial Policy and the Strategic Plan, since the comments phase for the Policy is still open, we took no action. Fr. Biddy is planning a retreat for the consolidated vestry (incoming and outgoing members). We hope that this will assist with the vestry's transition and allow these important conversations to continue within the vestry so that the Vestry’s conversations with the Church remain open.
We continue to celebrate the connections that we share with each other. Episcopal evangelism is relational. We grow and share through personal relationships with each other which allow us to deepen our faith commitment. We have many people supporting the pastoral needs of our Church and want to deepen our ability to support each other. We are exploring our chances to grow these opportunities.
At Saint Paul’s, we understand hospitality! This weekend, Evensong will be followed by an outdoor reception. We are currently planning for an indoor Shrove Tuesday meal. Many of our guests first encounters include a reception in the Tyler Hall or River Room. Exciting renovations are coming to the Tyler Hall kitchen, which will soon be inviting, open and modern. We are working on upgrades to our technology, which will include addressing the issues currently experienced by viewers of the Facebook live streamed services on Sunday morning; allowing multiple streams simultaneously (such as on YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo); and the creating the ability to simulcast the service to the River Room in the event of an overflow crowd. There are more projects related to the Capital Campaign on the horizon. Please look for more specific details from the Buildings and Grounds Committee.
Yours,
Ashley Wright
Senior Warden
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | February 27 |
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Bring your Palms for the
Burning of the Palms on Shrove Tuesday
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Each year on Palm Sunday our palm crosses mark our remembrance of Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. By now those crosses are dried and perhaps you too wonder what should become of these symbols which are blessed. You're invited to bring your palms to the church to be transformed into the ashes for Ash Wednesday. Please drop them off in the Narthex on Sunday or in the parish office before Tuesday. |
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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 has reopened 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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Sunday Forum - Series Conclusion
“Women of the Bible: Exploring Difficult Stories and Their Significance Now.”
Sunday, February 27, 9:30 AM
Berlin Room
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The Daughters of the King will lead a four-part series for Christian Formation during Epiphany, February 13, 20, and 27th at 9:30 AM. “Women of the Bible: Exploring Difficult Stories and Their Significance Now” will read and study these difficult Biblical texts as they relate to current reality for women in 2022. Please join us. |
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Godly Play (grades PK - 1st)
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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ALL children inherently know God, but it is up to us to give them the language of the Christian faith so they can grow to make meaning of our faith in their own lives. Godly Play is a profound method rooted in Montessori principles that forms child spirituality by attending to their natural gifts for wonder and discovery. Children are greeted at the door of the Godly Play room by the "door person." It is VERY important for parents to respect the boundary of the door threshold by not entering the children's sacred space--their Godly Play room. We cannot wait to welcome your children each Sunday!
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Spark: (grades 2-3)
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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Our older children will again immerse themselves in SPARK, where they will work with the same themes and Scripture that we all encounter in common worship. Every lesson follows a four-part pattern: Gather, Open the Bible, Activate Faith, and Send. Week after week, the children and their leaders gather together, explore the Scriptures, enjoy one another's company, pray, and discover God's presence in their midst.
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Spark: (grades 4- 6) "Look at the Gospels”
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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Our older children will continue to "Look at the Gospels” of Jesus’ life and ministry. His parables, miracles and teachings are displayed with posters, colored drawings, and miniature models. They are also studying the many wonders of the Old Testament through the first seven books of the Bible.
Each Sunday using the Spark Curriculum we follow a five-part pattern: gather, read the scriptures, discuss its meaning, pray and play “Who dat?” (“Who dat” is a game of Bible trivia based on what they have already learned).
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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
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All three of our Sunday worship services are in-person with no requirement to sign-up. |
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Evensong
(in place of our usual Celtic service)
Sunday, February 27, 5:30 PM
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The Saint Paul’s Choir will sing Evensong at 5:30 PM on Sunday, February 27. The music includes works by William Smith of Durham, Philip Moore, and David Hogan. Mr. Hogan was a passenger on board TWA Flight 800 which exploded off the coast of Long Island on July 17, 1996, killing all 230 passengers and crew. Formerly a tenor in the choir of the Washington National Cathedral, Mr. Hogan was a gifted composer whose setting of the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis was dedicated to his choir and will be included in our upcoming Evensong. The rector will officiate, Mark Dickens will be the guest organist, John Robertson will be cantor, and the music will be directed by Keith Shafer. A reception follows the service and childcare will be offered beginning at 5 PM. |
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Reception for Evensong
Sunday, February 27
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A reception in the churchyard follows Evensong next Sunday. We anticipate being able to gather indoors again soon, however until such time, you can help by making a monetary contribution to the parish life and hospitality fund online using the link below or by annotating your check for the “Evensong Reception” and by serving on our set up and clean up teams. Please sign up below. For more information contact Eric Friedman. |
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | February 28 - March 6 |
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, March 1, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, The River Room
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The men of Saint Paul’s will host this year’s Pancake Supper, Tuesday, March 1, 6-7:30 PM. RSVP for dinner using the link below, and Men, please sign up to volunteer your services. Volunteers are needed to assist in the setup, cooking and clean up for this event. This is a great time for the men of Saint Paul's to catch up and for everyone to enjoy dinner with our church family. Email Eric Friedman with questions. |
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Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, March 2, 12:00 noon & 7:00 PM
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Ash Wednesday Services will be offered at 12 Noon and 7 PM, Wednesday, March 2. The Nursery will be available for the 7 PM service. |
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Compline
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 p.m. 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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EYC Paint Night
(Episcopal Youth Community, grades 6-12)
Sunday, March 6, 4-6:30 PM
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EYC (Episcopal Youth Community, grades 6-12), join your friends at the Church of the Good Shepherd for Spring Paint Night. Pizza and paint supplies provided, No cost, but please RSVP to Roger Speer. |
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Oktoberfest Auction Items Sought |
Maybe the throw pillows no longer match your new sofa. Or you’re painting a room, and now the area rug just doesn’t work. Whether you’re redecorating or simply spring cleaning, if you have good, clean items that you’re not using, why not donate them as auction items for the September 10 Oktoberfest fundraiser by Saint Paul’s Outreach Committee? Contact Marilyn Grau. |
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Tuesday's Music Live Continues
Tuesday, March 8, 12 Noon
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Tuesday’s Music Live continues its 33rd season Tuesday, March 8, with a free concert by Moscow Nights. Contact TuesdaysMusicLive.com for more information or call the Box Office at (706) 722-3463. |
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New Formation Opportunity
Tuesdays, beginning March 8, 7:30 PM
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A new, small-group study of Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again by Rachel Held Evans is offered during Lent. Our eight-week reading schedule begins Ash Wednesday; and we will begin meeting Tuesday evenings beginning March 8, online via Zoom.
The author, who died in 2019, wrote of this book when it was published "Perhaps more than any other book I’ve written, Inspired is intended to be read, wrestled with, discussed, debated, and creatively engaged with in the context of community. And that’s precisely because the Bible invites us to do the same."
This book selection is the 1Book1Diocese selection for Lent. Bishop Logue said, "Rachel was a thoughtful Christian whose books remain as a testament to the deep, authentic faith of a woman who had a way with God’s word offering a healing balm to those who most needed Jesus’ love." He added, "I have heard her called the C.S. Lewis for the post Baby Boom generations and I find that not hyperbole, but naming rightly the importance of her work."
Register for this group using the link below. Books available in church office late February, $20 (donation). Email Kitty Gordon with questions. |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR OKTOBERFEST
Saturday, September 10, 6:30 -10 PM
The River Room
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Save the date for Oktoberfest by the River, Fund Raising Outreach Event, featuring an oompah band with German theme dinner.
More details to follow.
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March 19 - Manna Pantry
March 22 - Tuesdays Music Live Season Finale
March 27 - Rose Sunday Concert
April 10 - 16 - Holy Week
April 16 -The Great Vigil
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FROM THE STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE |
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During the Annual Meeting we distributed an invitation to join the work of the strategic plan for Saint Paul's. If you haven’t had a chance yet to complete the form, please take a minute now. |
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The attached form lists six goals that the strategic planning committee believes will revitalize the church and help us to do to the work that God has given us to do. We anticipate the entire church deepening in ministry through these goals, but if you are especially drawn to one of
them, we want to know!
After prayerful consideration, please fill out this form, check the goal(s) that most speak to you, and return it to the office or place it in the collection plate on Sunday, so that we can make sure you are included in further visioning and implementation. Thank you for being a part of the Saint Paul’s family!
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Gathering Safely Plan Updated 12-29-21 |
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: 134
89 Increase (22 new), 5 Decrease, 40 no change
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 02/02/2022
Offerings pledged this Week $12,159.00
Offerings received this Week $43,834.67
Operating Expenses to Date $58,195.01
Total Income Received to Date $94,142.03
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COVID-19 Vaccine Registration |
Eligible individuals, including those ages 5 and older, can now register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Registration must be completed in advance on the AU Health website.
South Carolina residents who are eligible can also register to receive the vaccine at Aiken Technical College through the AU Health website.
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