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August 26 - September 4, 2022
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"Growing Love" Deliveries have begun! |
“Growing Love” deliveries have begun! This is a pastoral care project engaging children, youth, and their families in active ministry at Saint Paul’s. Our children and youth have spent the past two weeks painting pots and planting plants in them and are now delivering them to parishioners who unable to travel to church or who are dealing with illness or loss. This ministry engages our youngest members in the ministries of the church, connects and builds relationships between different generations, and these plants are a tangible reminder of God’s love and the love that we share at Saint Paul’s. ♥️
Deliveries will be happening over the next couple of weeks, and we look forward to more projects in the future.
Thank you, John Clemens, Meg Horton, Jim Hilliard, Linda Hilliard, Nancy Cercy, and Kitty Gordon for volunteering and investing in our children and youth through this project. If you would like to get involved with children and youth events, please contact Kim. |
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At the August Vestry meeting several upcoming events were highlighted along with exciting things being done by various committees. The upcoming fellowship dinners, Oktoberfest and Ironman are wonderful opportunities for the parish to gather and the Vestry is encouraging everyone to participate as they are able. Oktoberfest, in particular, will generate funds for outreach, while highlighting the fun of fellowship and German food culture. Check out this video below and get your tickets today!
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We heard an update on the upcoming Stewardship campaign and its theological underpinnings that will lead us all in prayerful support of our Church. We also engaged in an in-depth discussion about hiring an additional priest, acknowledging these topics as inter-related. Being adequately staffed, both clerically and administratively, is a priority of the Vestry and we will work with the Finance Committee to add to our staff and fund the Church in a financially appropriate way. A subcommittee was formed to assist Fr. Biddy in assessing the options for an assistant rector and in any future steps related to starting and executing a search. It is crucial to support our Rector and congregation in our shared ministries and we are excited about these initial steps being taken. We encourage you to review the aspirational budget details in the forthcoming stewardship material and make a financial pledge.
We continued to define the liaison relationships and responsibilities between Vestry members and their respective committees, and we are thankful for Fr. Biddy’s leadership in helping us execute our Strategic Plan goals.
The Vestry reviewed and approved the context material for the various components of the to-be relocated Polk memorial, which had been prepared by Mr. Tom Robertson. This project will now move to the practical stage of relocation and the preparation of the related content, with a goal to remove, relocate and install all at one time. We will have a better idea of the time frames once Mr. Robertson gets with our contractor and we are striving to have this complete as quickly as possible.
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IRONMAN WEEKEND SIGN-UPS SUNDAY |
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SIGN UP NOW
to serve at Ironman Weekend Activities
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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 blue 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.
Special Notes for Ironman Swim Gear Drop Team: This is an official Ironman volunteer opportunity, and you will need to sign up on the Official Ironman Volunteer Site. To sign up to volunteer for the Swim Gear Drop use the red button below and once on the Ironman Volunteer signup page and enter Password: SP2022.
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | August 28 |
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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 nursery is open 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. Connie, Jenna, and Katherine are all ready to welcome you Sunday mornings. |
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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
All three of our Sunday worship services are in-person.
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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 Bojangles Bo-Berry & Chicken Biscuits to our Continental Breakfast while we eagerly await the NEW Tyler Hall kitchen this winter.
Donations accepted.
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St. Nicholas Choir (age 5 - grade 2)
Canterbury Choir (grades 3-9)
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The Canterbury Choir (children in grades 3-9 and the St. Nicholas Choir (age 5 through grade 2) begin rehearsals 9:25 - 10:00 AM. This year there is no weekday rehearsal for the children’s choir; all rehearsals are scheduled on Sunday mornings to accommodate busy family schedules!
Singing in the choir gives youth and children a lifetime love for music and their own connection to worship.
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Sunday Forum
Sundays 9:30 AM, Berlin Room
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Join us as we begin a new formation series on 1 Corinthians. Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians shows Paul trying to pastor a young, gifted, divided church from afar. Drawing on some of the leading commentators on Paul, we’ll read together to see how he addressed problems and promise in Corinth, and how this might apply to us today. If you’re both talented and imperfect, or belong to a community that is talented and imperfect, this bible study is for you. |
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Sundae Sunday
Sunday, August 28, 10-10:45 AM, CMC
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Children and Youth Open House: Come on over to the Children’s Ministry Center for an ice cream sundae extravaganza. We will have an ice cream sundae station with ice cream, syrup, whipped cream, and ALL the toppings. You will have time to visit our classrooms, register your child, and hear about this exciting time in the life of Saint Paul’s. |
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EYC Kick-off (grades 6-12)
Sunday, August 28, 5-7 PM, the Butler Home
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EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) KICK-OFF: Youth (6th-12th) and parents are invited to the Butler home for supper and games on the lawn. We will have a chance to hear about the mission trip to Ecuador next summer and hear about plans for the year ahead. It has been a long hiatus, but we are back and excited to be together
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Oktoberfest by the River
Saturday, September 10th, 6:30 PM - 10 PM
is a fabulous, fun, festive event
featuring an oompah band and
German themed dinner
AND all proceeds benefit Saint Paul's Church Outreach Ministries.
Tickets $45 in advance - $50 at the door.
Get your ticket today!
Childcare will be available. (You must register with the Oktoberfest Committee in advance.)
The Oktoberfest auction booklet and bid sheets are currently being prepared. If you plan to donate an item or service, now is the time to email Marilyn Grau to get your donation listed in the booklet. If you have a photo of the item, please include that, with an estimated value. If you are offering a service, please send details, including dates of availability, if applicable.
Also, will the person who offered to donate sailing lessons please contact Marilyn again? Thank you! 🙂
For additional ticket information, please contact Melissa Friedman or by telephone at (443) 528-9149. |
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
Sundays, 5:30 PM
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Carl Purdy, violin, penny whistle, and pipes, is our guest musician this week. |
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EVENTS THIS WEEK| August 29 - September 4 |
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Join the Choir
Rehearsal Wednesdays, 7 PM
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The Saint Paul’s Choir (older teens and adults) begins rehearsals at 7 PM on Wednesdays.
Auditions are not required to join the choir. You don’t have to be a soloist or even a member of Saint Paul’s. If you can sing and blend with others, email Director of Music, Keith Shafer or call (706) 724-2485 ext. 215. |
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Compline
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM 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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Sit and Wait
Thursdays, 7-8 PM, Chapel
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“O tarry and await the Lord’s pleasure; be strong and he shall comfort your heart; wait patiently on the Lord.”
Psalm 27:18
Thursdays begin in the Chapel with a reading or other offering to enhance this space before the “Sit” begins. After the 20-minute Sit, an open discussion follows until 8:00 PM. This is an open group with no limit on the number of participants. Please email Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau or contact by phone at (706) 910-9331 for further information and/or to enroll in the sit. |
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Being Disciples
Tuesdays, Beginning September 6, 7:30 PM, ZOOM
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Our Tuesday evening book studies return September 6, 7:30 PM online on Zoom. Charlie Tudor and Fr. Eric will lead our reflections on Rowan Williams’ short book, Being Disciples, Essentials of The Christian Life.
From Rowan Williams, introduction to Being Disciples: “What we do, how we think and speak and act, how we grow in depth of relation with each other and God…I hope very much that [the topics in this book] may be a starting point for…growing in the life that Jesus shares with us so that we can become signs of life and hope in the world.”
Books are available in the Narthex Sunday and in the parish office during the week ($10 donation). Please sign up below to register for the class and for a book.
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MMM...Men's Monthly Meal
Wednesday, September 7, 6-7 PM, River Room
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Our next Men’s Monthly Meal (Mmm!) is scheduled Wednesday, September 7— (Men gather at 4 PM to cook, the parish gathers at 6 PM for dinner.) On the menu: Chicken and Waffles (chicken tenders and Eggos), sweet potato casserole, succotash, and mac n’ cheese. There are two sign-ups. Please RSVP for dinner and men, please sign up for this fellowship and cooking team (separate sign-up from dinner reservations). Donations welcomed. Contact Eric Friedman for more information. |
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Mid-Week Eucharist in the Chapel
Thursdays, 11:30 AM, beginning Sept. 8
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Beginning Thursday, September 8, we will offer a mid-day Eucharist in the Chapel at 11:30 AM. You are invited to lunch and a Brown Bag Bible Study in Tyler Hall following the service if your schedule allows. |
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Brown Bag Bible Study
Thursdays, 12 Noon, Beginning September 8
Tyler Hall
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Join us for lunch and a Bible study – we've made it easy!
This noonday Bible study will offer a tempting, light lunch as we focus on equally tempting lessons from Brian McLaren's We Make the Road by Walking. (This book is available on Amazon and other outlets but is not required for our study.)
McLaren’s teachings, which follow the liturgical calendar, offer new insights on “aliveness” in Christian living. Those new and not-so-new to the Christian walk can discover the beauty and joys of forging our journeys together.
You may bring your own lunch or share in the meal provided. Donations are requested to cover the cost of lunch each week.
The menu for September 8 will be a quinoa salad with grilled chicken and chopped veggies, bread and butter, banana pudding, tea and water.
Please use this link to sign up so we can prepare accordingly.
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Parents of College Students |
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 DOK President, Suzanne Pursley-Crotteau. |
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Sept.6 - Being Disciples ZOOM study begins
Sept. 7 - Men's Monthly Meal
Sept.8 - Brown Bag Bible Study Begins
Sept.10 - Oktoberfest by the River
Sept.17 - Manna Pantry
Sept.18 - Fall Reception Following Celtic
Sept. 19 - Vestry Meeting
Sept. 20 - Tuesday's Music Live begins
Sept. 21 - Wednesday Night Supper
Sept. 24-25 - Ironman Weekend
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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The Parish Office is updating our parish directory and has hired Alison Nesbitt to assist us in the collection of data. If you have not receive a call from her, please contact the parish office by email or by telephone at (706) 724-2485, so that we may update our parish records or add you to our records. . |
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Gathering Safely Plan Updated 03-17-21 |
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.
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: 139
93 Increase (23 new), 6 Decrease, 40 no change
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 08/24/2022
Offerings pledged this Week $12,981.00
Offerings received this Week $4,543.00
Operating Expenses to Date $548,924.53
Operating Income to Date 660,535.29
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