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WEEKLY E-NEWS
AUGUST 31, 2023
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SEPTEMBER 3
8:00 Holy Eucharist Rite I
9:00 Coffee time in the parish hall
10:00 Holy Eucharist Rite II Enriching Our Worship
Don't forget, Monday is a holiday, building closed!
First Sunday of the month-don't forget that loose offerings are designated for the clergy discretionary fund used by our priests to assist those in need. If you don't carry cash or a check, you may donate online using a credit card. To do that visit our website giving page and select Special Gifts.
Emmanuel Calendar Link
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Dear Fellow Emmanuel Parishioners,
I write you today to share that it has been and continues to be a joy to serve on your Vestry. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity. In this, my third year of service, I have been reflecting upon how much Emmanuel means to me, and upon how glad I am that I took the leap and said "yes," when the opportunity to serve presented itself. In addition to the opportunity to know our wonderful spiritual leaders in a new way, it feels good to know I've done what I can to participate in making thoughtful decisions on questions presented to the Vestry. I and all members do so with the best interest of this parish, both short and long term, at heart. I've had the distinct pleasure of getting to know more parishioners in this capacity of service which has been particularly fulfilling, as well as the opportunity to better know others who have served or are currently serving on the Vestry. I value all these relationships. Our fearless leader, Valori, makes the work both joyful and efficient. When the monthly meetings roll around, I look forward to them. All this to share that the commitment of my Vestry service is a delight, and when my three year term ends in January, at the Annual Meeting, I will miss it.
I hope that some of you are curious and might ask me, or any member of the Vestry, about our experience. Vestry service is done out of love for Emmanuel Church and the people in it. It is fulfilling in terms of both spirit and heart, and I cannot recommend it more highly. In coming weeks our Nominating Committee will be formed. If you would like to serve on this committee or on the Vestry, please make your interest known by letting me or Valori, or any Vestry member know. You would not regret an expression of interest.
In God's love,
Elizabeth Kaul
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Choir resumes Wednesday, September 13
Adult choir rehearsals resume Wednesday, September 13 at 7:30 pm in Rehkopf Hall. The choir's first Sunday back from the summer will be Homecoming Sunday, September 17, which will feature special music.
The choir is open and welcome to all.
Interested / questions? Contact Jae Park at jpark@emmanuelepiscopal.org
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNERS!
For those of you newer to us, we have a tradition of doing intergenerational dinners on Wednesday nights in the fall and we'll resume those dinners on September 20.
Dinner starts at 6 pm and the suggested donation is $5/person and a max. of $20 for families. The dinner time allows for kids to eat and then go to children's choir rehearsal at 6:30 pm. And adult choir rehearsal starts at 7:30 pm.
The meals are community style, meaning everyone pitches in to clean up and greet each other! And anyone can provide a dessert. Check out the Baker's Guild sign up!
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The Baker's Guild was established several years ago to supply dessert for dinners. Want to bring the occasional brownies, cookies or bars? Great, sign up here! | |
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Acolyte Training
Sunday, September 10
at 11:15 am
Open to all Emmanuel Youth
5th-12th Grade.
The parish recognizes the valuable contribution many of you have made over the past year as acolytes during worship services. A number of good questions have been raised by some of the newer acolytes, and the more experienced youth have served as encouraging guides. These exceptional youth who enhance worship each week will meet for an annual refresher of the different roles: torch bearer, crucifer, and captain on September 10 at 11:15 in the Parish Hall.
If you're curious about being an acolyte, but not sure if this is the ministry for you, come ask questions from others. If you are a seasoned acolyte, please attend.
P.S. A huge thank you to our acolyte ministers: Stephen Knapp, Amy Ryan, Brian Stephenson, Brian Weiland. And a huge thank you to Pam Belloli, head of the MCs who is helping the MCs coordinate with acolytes, and to Kevin MacBryde who is lending his acolyte expertise after leading the ministry for LOTS of years!
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Women of Emmanuel (WOE)
Women supporting women, the women's gathering is shaping up to be super fun! We'll gather at 6 pm on Wednesday, September 6 for a salad type meal. And to 'break the ice' our own Donna Erickson has crafted some "Mental Blocks" for you to choose the one that speaks to you! There is no cost for the meal or the "Mental Block", but we are asking for free will donations that will go toward clergy discretionary funds.
Join the sisterhood and bring yourself, your daughter, sister, aunt, friend, neighbor! Let us know soon if you need childcare (on the rsvp). Questions? Contact Donna Erickson RSVP? Contact Katie Gregston or click here for the RSVP form.
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Homecoming this year is Sunday, September 17. After the 10 am service we will host a Bring You Own picnic on the side lawn. Bompart will be blocked off so kids are safe and there will be a Kona Ice truck for everyone to enjoy! We have 30+ chairs, but you are encouraged to bring your own, with a cup holder!
We will also host a Ministry Fair. There will be people to answer your questions or sign you up for Choir, FaithQuest, Faith in Action, Pastoral Care, Parish Life activities, Liturgical positions and more! We hope you will share your gifts with us!
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CORE VALUES & SPIRITUAL INVENTORY
Last week, Valoriโ sent information regarding the whole parish discerning what gifts God has brought into our parish community through the people here now. That involves filling out online two tools to track results. Those tools are Core Values and Spiritual Inventory.
As we discern what Godโs purpose is for Emmanuel in this moment, knowing who brings what gifts enables the church leadership to focus resources and attention on those areas where the gifts are most present. God has brought those gifts to us for a purpose. The church and ministry leadership reflect on the spiritual gifts that rose up in highest quantity and work to ensure that there are institutional structures available to enable expression of these gifts.
We ask that you complete the online tools by Wednesday, September 13 in order to tally results in time for Homecoming. At Homecoming we will have a Ministry Fair where you can find ways to put your spiritual gifts to work!
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The Alliance for Interracial Dignity invites you to join them Tuesday, September 12 for a shared learning opportunity with leaders from Peace UCC. Peace UCC sold their building and are partnering with St. Louis County to develop affordable housing for seniors.
Meet from 5:15 to 6:15 pm in the WG public library meeting room 31 to see architectural renderings, ask questions, and start building support for this much-needed housing. If you can't make it, learn more about the planned development here: https://www.peaceuccstl.org/our-plan-for-affordable-senior-housing/ And please consider offering your feedback in their survey. This project does not include a for-profit developer -- the entire mission is to support senior citizens at risk of being forced out of their neighborhoods.
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