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October 11 - October 20, 2024 | |
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On Thursday, Saint Paul's wrapped up our two-week stint as the neighborhood's living room after Helene. The church was lucky never to lose power and, as best we could, put that fortune to work for the community with food, air conditioning, power for charging electronics, water, coffee, WiFi (when we had it), ice, and eventually pet food and baby formula and diapers donated by other churches and organizations and companies who were also doing everything they could to follow Jesus through a historic storm.
We've wrapped up the day shelter, but we aren't wrapping up our commitment to share what we have, in the name of God, with anyone who needs it. That commitment is about 275 years old for us and, I trust, is still just getting started. I am so grateful to the many parishioners and friends who made these two weeks go so well.
We did some things these last two weeks that we don't usually do. But we were able to rely on the same habits that we have built over many years of sharing, serving, loving, and relying on deep roots to let us be flexible in a new situation. We were able to do what we were able to do this fortnight because all of that work was an expression of who we are.
Folks remain in all kinds of levels of stress and distress as storm recovery efforts continue. Saint Paul's will continue serving our neighbors from the love of God as needs evolve. And when Hurricane Helene becomes something living in our memories like the ice storm from a years ago, Saint Paul's will still be living off of the same habits of loving and sharing and caring. These weeks were an intense display of who we have long been and are continuing to become. Thanks be to God. It is a joy to be Saint Paul's with you.
Eric+
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | October 13 | |
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Personal Hygiene Drive for
Hornsby Elementary
October 1-31
As part of our support for our partner neighborhood school, we are gathering personal hygiene items for the children at Hornsby Elementary during the month of October. Items requested include laundry detergent, underwear (all sizes), socks (all sizes), baby wipes/cleansing clothes, spray deodorant, travel-size deodorant, tampons, feminine pads, travel-size lotion. Baskets are located in the Narthex and Tyler Hall. Contact Barbara Coleman for more information.
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The Nursery will be open Sun, October 13
9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursery is open for children 6 months to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available this Sunday morning beginning at 9:00.
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Sunday Worship Schedule for 10/13/24
8 AM Rite I
11 AM Rite II
11 AM Facebook Live
11 AM YouTube Live
5:30 PM - Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion
No Compline + Sit and Wait This Week
All of our Sunday worship services are in-person.
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Continental Breakfast
Sunday, 9 - 10 AM Tyler Hall
Busy morning? Breakfast with your friends at Saint Paul's instead! We have continental breakfast this Sunday in Tyler Hall at 9 AM. Donations welcomed.
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Children's Choirs Rehearsals
Sunday, 9:25 - 10 AM
The Canterbury Choir (children in grades 3-9 and the St. Nicholas Choir (Pre-K through grade 2) rehearse Sundays, 9:25-10:00 AM. If you or any family or friends are interested in the choir program, please email Director of Music, Keith Shafer or call (706) 724-2485 ext. 215.
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The Sunday Forum
Sunday, October 13, 9:30 AM, Berlin Room
“Death and Resurrection” led by Fr. Biddy
2 of 5 sessions through November 5
What happens when we die? What do we mean when we pray that we believe in “the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting”? What does the Bible teach about death and resurrection?
At the Sunday Forum we begin a new series “Death and Resurrection” led by Fr. Biddy that will work from the Bible, Christian theologians, and the Book of Common Prayer to explore what the Church teaches and what we believe about death and resurrection.
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Godly Play (grades pk4-2)
Sundays, 10-10:45 AM
St. Francis' Room, CMC
Kim Butler and Sara Dimsdale will lead our younger children in the Saint Francis Room (Godly Play Room). If your child is in the Saint Nicholas choir, they will transition from choir to formation.
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Weaving God's Promises (grades 3-5)
Sundays, 10-10:45 AM
St. Patrick's Room, CMC
Kitty Gordon and Jackie Pingel will lead our older children. They will meet in the Saint Patrick Room (large classroom across from the office). If your child is in the Canterbury choir, they will transition from choir to the formation class.
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Middle School Formation Classes
Sundays, 10-10:45 AM
St. Benedict's Room, CMC
Our middle school formation (grades 6-8) meets Sunday morning in the St. Benedict Room (down the hall next to the women's restroom).
Mtr. Kimberly leads this class.
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
With Prayers for Healing
Sundays, 5:30 PM
Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion is a candle-lit service that emphasizes the contemplative side of worship, features some of Augusta’s best Celtic musicians, and offers prayers for healing for those attending, for others, and for the world. Come as you are and enter into a place of rest, prayer, and reflection.
Robyn and Don Macey are our guest musician this week.
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EYC at a special time (It's Pumpkin Time!)
Off-site, Saint Bart's
471 W Martintown Rd, North Augusta, SC
Sunday, 12 noon
Our friends at Saint Bartholomew's Episcopal Church have invited us to come help unload the pumpkin truck this Sunday 10/13 for their annual fundraiser. Plan to meet at St. Barts at noon. Contact Aubrey Hinkson or 803.508.1261 with questions.
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NO Sit and Wait this Sunday
Sundays, 6:30 PM, Chapel
Sit and Wait follows the Celtic Service Sunday evenings (6:30 PM). The service begins with a Service of Compline and will end with a twenty-minute sit. The people end in silence.
Please email Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau or contact by phone at (706) 910-9331 for further information.
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BUILDING BRIDGES: Saint Paul's in the Community | |
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Look for this listing of where Saint Paul's
is building relationships in Augusta and the CSRA.
This Week:
This week we were blessed by several visits by Saint Paul's Partners sharing their gifts to allow us to share with our community. We are deeply grateful for these unexpected gifts from these partners and many "friends of friends" many from other states who have sent gifts to our Rectors' Discretionary Accounts.
10/6-10 - Saint Paul's Resource Shelter Host
10/7 - Saint Paul's Episcopal Church-Newnan
10/8 - W.E.E.M. This Women's Ministry is always opened to the public.
10/9 - Community Meal in River Room
Next Week:
10/15 - Meeting with Pastor Luke First Presbyterian Church
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Water Delivery from Newnan, GA | |
St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Newnan, GA brought their prayers, water, and gifts. | |
Augusta Sports Council and Ironman Race partners brought supplies and water. | |
Camp Saint Christopher stuffed our freezer with the food for our parish dinner Wednesday Night. | |
And at the end of the week, Bishop Logue stopped in for a surprise visit to encourage the clergy and staff.
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | October 14 - October 20 | |
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Senior Lunch
3rd Wednesdays, Tyler Hall
October 16, 12 noon
Join us for our next Senior Lunch October 16, 12 Noon in Tyler Hall. While gearing to retirees, anyone is welcome. No agenda; just a relaxing social time. Lunch is provided but donations welcome. Please sign up in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or use the direct link below.
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Mid-Week Eucharist
Thursdays, 11:30 AM
A mid-week Eucharist in the Chapel begins at 11:30 AM. Lunch in Tyler Hall follows at 12 noon with a weekly Bible study (more information below.) Join us as your schedule allows: Come for Eucharist and lunch, lunch and Bible study, or stay for all three. (So that we may honor mid-day schedules, lunch is scheduled for 15 minutes and will continue through the Bible study conversations.)
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Lectio at Lunch
Thursdays, 12 Noon, Tyler Hall
Every Thursday in Tyler Hall you’ll find a lunch combo that can’t be beat! We offer a tasty meal with a generous helping of fellowship, plus a lively discussion arising from the Gospel of Mark. Our text is N.T. Wright’s Mark for Everyone which takes this Gospel in small bites, reflecting on each week’s reading with relevant and important insights. We finish promptly at 1:00 PM and invite you to join us as your schedule allows. You may bring your own lunch or share in the meal provided. Donations accepted.
Questions? Contact Kitty Gordon.
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Compline - ZOOM
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM
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Join Zoom
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Dial-In: (646) 876-9923
Password: Email the Parish Office to request.
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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Hornsby Teacher Appreciation Day
October 18
We are continuing to expand our ministry at Hornsby Elementary, serving as a sort of PTO for the school to provide support to teachers and staff. We would like to do special things for teachers/staff on holidays and teacher workdays. This might include special surprises to put in their box at school and refreshments in the teachers' lounge. This a wonderful pick me up for our friends at Hornsby and another great way to live out loving our neighbors. Parishioners could volunteer by baking or purchasing treats or volunteering to gather and package treat bags. Contact Barbara Coleman to join this ministry.
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Interfaith Dialogue
Sundays 4 PM, Berlin Room
Beginning October 20
This fall Saint Paul’s welcomes Sister Ellen Francis of the Order of St. Helena as she leads us in conversations about and with other faith traditions beyond Christianity. Beginning October 20, this class will meet at 4:00 pm on Sunday afternoons in the Berlin Room. Several of the sessions will feature guest speakers from other faiths for open dialogue, education, and relationship-building. Each session will end in time for participants to attend the 5:30 pm Celtic service.
Schedule: Oct. 20: Introduction; Oct. 27: Sikhism; Nov. 3: Judaism; Nov. 10: Hinduism; Nov. 17: Islam; Nov. 24: Conclusion
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November Dates for your calendar
November 3 - All Saints and All Soul's Sunday
November 3 - Baptism Offered
November 3 - Evensong and Reception
November 5 - Tuesday's Music Live
November 6 - Mmm..
November 9 - Walk For Water
November 12 - W.E.E.M.
November 16 - Quiet Morning
November 19 - Tuesday's Music Live
November 20 Senior Lunch
November 23 - Serve at Snack Pack
November 27 - Thanksgiving Eve Service
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Tuesday's Music Live
Tuesday, October 22, 12 Noon
The 36th season of Tuesday's Music Live begins with a concert by the ASMI Chamber Ensemble at 12:00 noon on October 22. The concert is free and lasts 30 minutes. Visit TuesdaysMusicLive.com for the season schedule.
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Caring Prayer
October 24, 3:30 PM
Caring Prayer is for anyone who wants to pray and needs support. We gather on the fourth Thursday of each month at 3:30 pm in the chapel to pray Evening Prayer together, check in with each other, and provide mutual support. The group remains appropriate for caregivers, and is also now open for anyone who is mourning, lives with chronic illness, has lost their job, or faces any kind of challenge that might be helped by love and prayer. Contact Fr. Eric for more information.
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Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 31, Hornsby Elementary School
Saint Paul’s will provide a trunk or treat event at Hornsby Thursday, October 31, 11am-2pm. Trunk or Treats give kids a safe, fun way to celebrate Halloween–especially in neighborhoods where trick or treating door to door may be difficult. We need more “trunks” on site and can take donations of more candy. Email Fr. Eric for details and to sign up, ebiddy@saintpauls.org.
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Save the Date: CSRA Walk for Water
November 9
The CSRA Walk for Water returns this year and once again Saint Paul’s is the midway point of the walk. We’re excited to support this event and invite you to join this important work.
In this season of Thanksgiving, the walk is a tangible way to increase gratitude for our many blessings and love for our neighbors. We will gather at the SRP Park on Saturday morning at 8:30 AM. We will walk with empty pails from the SRP Park baseball field in North Augusta to the Saint Paul’s parking lot. We will fill our pails and walk back to the park.
The Walk for Water puts a creative twist on the typical “fundraising walk.” This walk connects us with the trek billions make every single day to carry home untreated water for basic subsistence.
You can support this event by joining our walking team, volunteering to serve as hospitality at Saint Paul’s, or giving to our Saint Paul’s team. More details to come.
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Fall Program Guide Available
"A Church for the City -- A Church for You!
Our new Fall Program Guide is available here. A printed copy is available in the Narthex and in the rack outside the parish office. We invite you to browse this publication and look for ways that you can discover or rediscover where you belong, what you are called to do, and how we might grow together in God's Presence.
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Gifts to Saint Paul's Church | |
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"All that we are and all that we have comes from God. In gratitude, we honor him by giving of ourselves and our gifts to care for his world."
--Saint Paul’s Vestry Theology of Stewardship
Gifts can be made using the link below, on-line at saintpauls.org/giving, or by mail to Saint Paul’s Church, 605 Reynolds St., Augusta, GA 30901. Thank you for your generosity.
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