SSPC 2-Week Newsletter - July 28, 2022

July 28, 2022

2-Week Newsletter

Dear friends,

I’m writing this right after I met with the Deacons "Pastoral Care Coordinating Team" of Molly MaCauley. Anne Aspinwall, and Coco Bujold, which means my head is swimming from all I learned they and you do to care for each other.

With Kate Buckley’s call to full time mother and wife I’ve been a “little” anxious about how we fill the space she left. While nothing can fill her “Kateness” the commitment from so many of you to care for each other more than fills the need.

For that to happen going forward I need from you a favor and commitment. Certainly, if you want to serve this way please get in touch with Molly MacCauley. BUT…what we really need from you is to be the eyes and ears for us in the congregation to let us know who needs a call, flowers, muffins, visit, prayer, etc…even if it’s you!

Annie and I are committed to provide ordained pastoral presence when needed but please note that in the Kingdom of God, it is not the professionals who do this work, but you, as the body of Christ. Of all the churches I have served, St. Simons leads the way in showing what this looks like.

Gratefully,

Rev. Dr. Steve Goyer

Interim Pastor

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Sunday Worship

July 24, 2022

Musical Notes

Remember the days of video and outdoor worship? The worship order constantly changed and we were just happy to be together with masks on under a tent or trees regardless of jets and birds flying overhead and cars whizzing by. It’s comforting to be in the sanctuary together, some with masks and some not. The choir, director, and organist are certainly happy to be back in their loft. Some years ago, we started leaving out a third hymn in our worship service. In talking with Steve, we’re going to experiment the next couple of Sundays by adding that back, but during the Preparation for Prayer. You will stay seated and prepare your hearts for prayer by singing a hymn together. All church work is pretty much experimental anyway because we continually find new ways to worship and serve God. So, let’s try it.

The next two weeks bring back part of the Chancel Choir on July 31st and Bluegrass Sunday on August 7th. This year has flown by and here we are ready to start another school year.

The Chancel Choir will be singing “The Majesty and Glory of Your Name” by Tom Fettke. It’s a favorite of theirs. If you would like to try singing with us, we will meet right before the service to practice at 9:00 am. We welcome new visitors to the loft!

Bluegrass Sunday is still under construction at the writing of this article, but as long as we have the basic instruments, it’s a go! Be ready to dress down and tap your toes - it’s always an exciting Sunday! Y’all come back now, y’hear?

Love & Gratitude,

Rhonda