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September 1- September 10, 2023
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A Prayer for Labor Day
When I lived up north, Labor Day marked the end of summer. This was pretty much true both for the weather and for the cultural calendar—as determined, of course, by the schools. But down here it isn't the end of summer in either of those respects: schools have been in session for weeks, and goodness knows we're a long way from brisk autumn air. The loss of this cultural resonance, though, may let us rediscover what the holiday was originally about.
Notice that I said "holiday," and not "holy day." This is a civic holiday, but as with Independence Day and Thanksgiving, the church over time has decided that it has something to say on Labor Day. Here's the Collect for Labor Day: Almighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
There's nothing here about the change of seasons or the start of school. It is entirely a theology of mutuality, a recognition of how our lives are interwoven with each other. This is true in the world and, of course, true in the church as well. God has set us into communities and ecosystems of interdependence and we can only finally do what we can do together. That's not always the myth we live by, but thanks be to God for the ways we depend on each other, and on those we have not met.
Eric+
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | September 3 |
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Rectors' Discretionary account |
Your generous non-pledged offerings (cash and designated checks) on the first Sunday each month support our clergy’s Discretionary Account. Fr. Eric and Rev. Kimberly use these funds to meet urgent needs within our community, to further the ministries of the church when other funds are not available, and to support community programs and institutions that serve those in need. |
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8 AM Rite I
11 AM Rite II
5:30 PM - Celtic Evening Prayer with Communion
6:30 PM - Compline + Sit and Wait (Chapel)
All of our Sunday worship services are in-person.
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The Nursery will be open Sunday, Sept. 3
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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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 9:30 A M. |
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Breakfast
Tyler Hall, 9 AM
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Busy morning? Breakfast with your friends at Saint Paul's instead! We've added McDonald's Biscuits to our Continental Breakfast. Donations accepted. |
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No Formation or Choir Rehearsal
for Children and Youth
Sunday, September 3 only
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Please note this schedule change. The Saint Nicholas and Canterbury choirs will not have rehearsals this Sunday and Children and Youth formation classes will not meet. |
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The Epistle to the Romans
Sundays, 9:30 AM, Berlin Room
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Join us Sunday at 9:30 AM in the Berlin Room for a study of St. Paul's Epistle to the Romans.
Someone reading St. Paul’s Epistle to the Romans has repeatedly been a turning point in Christian history: whether it’s Augustine becoming a Christian through hearing Romans, Martin Luther starting the Protestant Reformation after teaching a class on Romans, or John Wesley feeling his heart “strangely warmed” while dropping into a bible study on Romans. This fall we’ll have our own encounter with Romans, reading the whole book over nine weeks. For more information contact Fr. Eric. |
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
with Prayers for Healing
Sundays, 5:30 PM
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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 will be our musicians this week.
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Sit and Wait Meditation Group
Sundays, 6:30 PM, Chapel
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Sit and Wait has moved to Sunday night with a new format beginning on September 3, 2023. This service will follow the Celtic Service at 6:30 PM. The format will follow An Order for Compline from the Book of Common Prayer (page 127-135). The focus of the service will be the appointed Rule of Benedict for the Day. At the end of Compline, a twenty-minute sit will follow, and everyone will leave in silence.
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EVENTS THIS WEEK| September 4 - September 10 |
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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. |
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Book Study
Speaking of Sin by Barbara Brown Taylor
ZOOM beginning Tuesday August 15, 7:30 PM
Led by the Rev. Kimberly E. Dunn
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Barbara Brown Taylors brings a fresh perspective to the language Christians use to identify and talk about the condemnation sin. "Sin," according to Barbara Brown Taylor, an Episcopal priest, "is our only hope, the fire alarm that wakes us up to the possibility of true repentance." She contends that sin can be "a helpful, hopeful word" that can move us from "guilt to grace." Taylor motivates and empowers Christians to talk about sin in a way that is necessary for understanding and accepting salvation, as well as how it could be translated into our daily lives.
There is one book still available. $15 donation. Sign up using the link below. The class schedule and zoom link will be emailed by the leader to class participants.
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A Low-Country Boil MMM
(Men's Monthly Meal)
Wednesday, September 6, 6-7 PM, The River Room
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The Men's Monthly Meal returns with a Low-Country Boil. Join us Wednesday, September 6, 6 PM. The Men of Saint Paul’s will gather at 4 PM in the River Room to prepare the meal for the parish. Men, please sign up for cooking and clean up teams and everyone PLS. RSVP for dinner below. Donations welcomed. For more information contact Eric Friedman. |
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Compline Following Parish Dinner
Wednesday, September 6, 7 - 7:15 PM Chapel.
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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 with a one sheet bulletin so everyone may pray together. Join us in the Chapel following the parish dinner. |
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Compline - ZOOM
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM Social time follows worship
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Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Dial-In: (646) 876-9923
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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Mid-Week Eucharist
Thursdays, 11:30 AM
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A mid-week Eucharist in the Chapel begins at 11:30 AM. Lunch in the Berlin Room 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
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Join us for a delicious and engaging Bible study!
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.
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Calling all Acolytes (Ages 9+)
Training and Lock-in Sept. 8
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Anyone ages 9 and up interested in becoming an acolyte is encouraged to contact Meg Horton. Acolytes help guide the service in the processions and assist the clergy at the altar. Training and a Lock-in will be held September 8. More details to come. |
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Veterans' Ice Cream Social
Sunday, September 10, 2:45 - 3:45 PM
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Dish and serve ice cream and cookies at our quarterly Veteran’s Social September 10, 2:45-3:45 PM. We’ll meet at the GA War Veterans’ Nursing Home located at 1101 15th Street to share a dessert and then spend much-appreciated time visiting. All ages are welcome to participate. For more information contact Gene Helmich. |
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Second Sundays with Creation Care
Elliott Price, Vineyard Giving Farm
September 10, 4:30 PM, Berlin Room
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Join the Creation Care team as we talk with Elliott Price about his sustainable community farm at the Vineyard Church. This affiliate of the University of Georgia Extension and Golden Harvest Food Bank produces organic, nutritious food for those less fortunate. We’ll meet in the Berlin Room at 4:30 PM before the Celtic service. We hope to see you there!
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Sept 19 - Tuesday's Music Live Begins
Sept. 23 - Manna Pantry
Sept. 23-24 - Ironman Weekend
Sept. 30 - Flower Guild Breakfast & Meeting
Sept. 30 - Hymn Festival
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Celtic Cross Clean-up and Beautification
September 16, 10 AM, 6th Street Parking Lot
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Join Saint Paul's Creation Care Committee, the Coalition for Action in Downtown Augusta, and the Colonial Dames as we clean and refresh the Fort Augusta monument—at the Celtic cross—in time for Arts in the Heart, Ironman weekend and other events that are taking place downtown this autumn. We'll also beautify the area surrounding the cross.
Come show your pride of place, love of history and respect for the Earth. The monument cleanup is part of Creation Care's newest initiative, Sustaining Sacred Sites. All materials will be provided except for gardening gloves.
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Tuesdays Music Live Begins
Tuesday, September 19, 12 noon
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Tuesday’s Music Live 35th season begins Tuesday, September 19, at 12 noon, with a free concert by Con Brio string quartet. More information by calling the Box Office, (706) 722-3463 or tuesdaysmusiclive.com. |
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Something New at Saint Paul's
Senior Lunch
September 20, 12 Noon, Tyler Hall
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Something new at Saint Paul’s: We are launching a monthly lunch for seniors. While gearing to retirees, anyone is welcome. No agenda; just a relaxing social time. Donations welcome. Come join us beginning on Wednesday, September 20, at 12 Noon in Tyler Hall. Please sign up in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or using the link below. |
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Ironman Weekend
Saturday & Sunday, September 23-24
SIGN UP NOW to serve
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Sunday is our Ironman Volunteer Kickoff. Sign up on the Portico this Sunday following the 11 AM service or online using the link below to help with cooking/prep for the pasta dinner, hospitality in the River Room, the cheer station, or the swim gear drop. We have volunteer opportunities available starting at 5 AM and running until 5 PM. Drop in for a while or stay all day! There are opportunities for every age and ability. Our main objectives are to love our neighbors by providing encouragement, support, and our Saint Paul’s hospitality to all. We also plan to have a really great time together. For more information, contact Kim Butler. |
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Book Drive for Hornsby
August and September
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Through September we’ll continue a book drive for Fourth and Fifth grade students at Hornsby Elementary, our partner school. We’re collecting new and gently read books especially for the intermediate readers in 4th and 5th grades at Hornsby. The books will be used in the school’s book vending machine, the library, and in the classroom reading centers. A list of suggested books is available in the Narthex.
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Parents of College Students |
The Daughters of the King have requested addresses for our college students so that they may send notes and small surprises to them during the year. As your children register for housing for the fall semester, please forward updated mailing addresses to the Parish Office. For more information, contact Louise Phinizy or Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau. |
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Buy a Raffle Ticket
Recteq Wood Pellet Smoker Grill
Funds benefiting Saint Paul's Outreach Programs
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Raffle tickets for a Recteq RT-590 Wood Pellet Grill ($10) are available from any Outreach Committee member and in the Parish Office (see Hannah Purvis). Most folks pay $971 ($899 + tax) for this grill -- but it could be yours for only $10.Drawing will be held September 23. Proceeds benefit Saint Paul’s Outreach Ministries.
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 8/30/23
Offerings Pledged this Week $13,942.31
Pledged Offerings Received this Week $5,398.90
Total Operating Expenses to Date $618,194.51
Total Operating Income Received to Date $707,663.25
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