We are a worshiping community where everyone matters, everyone is loved, and everyone belongs. Everyone!
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Dear Friends,
Thank you for a wonderful celebration this past Sunday. It was great fun to celebrate and bless our children, teachers, and parents as they head back to school. It was also great fun to celebrate our journey together and give God thanks for a year in our new space…
Stewardship is our response to God’s generosity through our sharing of time, talent, and money. Stewardship is a way we make God’s love known as we share our gifts, talents, time, and treasure.
Often when we talk about stewardship, it is limited to funding the church and building up the Kingdom of God through pledges and financial giving. It is, of course, very important to keep buildings open, lights on, staff, paid, and vital outreach ministries running. But stewardship is also how we choose to use our passions, skills, and gifts to build up the kingdom of God.
At the end of the sermon on Sunday, as I watched the video of the work done on our facility and shared the words from the prayer written by Emily (who took ideas, thoughts and hopes from parishioners), I thanked God for the stewardship expressed in the care of our building and grounds. I also thanked God for the gift of words, of prayers, of hopes and ideas expressed through Emily and others. I thanked God for the work of Stacey, Billy, Janice, Diane, Missy, Steve, Billy Jr., and all the other helpers, as they offered food, drinks, and activities for our day. Thank God for the skills, love, care, and talents that give us opportunity to eat together, create together and build our friendships!
I was especially moved by the love expressed by our musicians. We have been blessed by the ministry of Darren, Elizabeth, Mike, and (most recently) Kevin. Their stewardship of musicianship and joy have led us and enhanced our worship to praise God with not only joyful noises but also joyful hearts. I was also in awe as Darren presented me with an artist’s representation of the Sanctus he had written especially for St. Nicholas. He took his talent with music and wrote something specifically for our use! What a gift to us and to God!
Thank you for sharing yourself and caring for God’s Kingdom through St. Nicholas. What a blessing you are to me, to your church community and the world around us! We have a lot of work as we continue to share God’s love in our communities and with one another. The world is in need, and we will always have plenty of opportunities to respond to those needs.
I hope and pray that we can remember that all the love and care shared is vitally important in our life together. I hope and pray that we celebrate our efforts and thank God for all the opportunities to be good stewards of our church, of our lives, of our communities. I hope and pray God will stir up within each and every one of us, a desire to make a difference in our world and all for the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for the Love of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
God's Peace, Love, and Blessings,
Beth+
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Small Groups at St. Nick's |
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Are you excited about connecting with one another and our community? Do you have a heart for book or bible studies? Love dinner groups? Want a small group of people to work with on wellness or hiking? Want to work with a small group of people volunteering at a local food bank or organization?
Consider becoming a small group champion for this new year of life at St. Nicholas. Wondering where to begin or how to start? It's as simple as contacting Rev. Beth at 214-213-0739. Share your idea or ideas with her. Next steps are communicating your small group, connecting with people in order to remind them of time and place, and trusting that God is with us, growing us in friendship and faith. Small groups are a great way to connect with one another, connect with God, and learn something about the world around us.
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Sunday, September 4: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Collect for the 13th Sunday after Pentecost:
Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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Sunday Worship
Invite your friends and family! All are invited to worship with us.
9:30am - Indoor Worship
Outdoor Worship at 8:30am returns on Sunday, September 11.
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Prayer Group
Wednesdays, 9:30am
Come pray in color with us! This is a time of prayer and contemplation through words and art on the page.
Contact Hillys Lewis for information on where to meet.
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New Exciting Ministries and Program Year Starts September 11th |
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Mark your calendars for our return to our regular schedule on September 11th with some beautiful additions to our new ministry year.
Sunday Worship and Formation
8:30am outdoor worship
9:30am worship and live stream
11:00am St. Nick's Art and Socials (SNAS) days - The 2nd Sunday of every month
11:00am Book Study - begins September 18th
Small Groups and Bible Studies
Tuesday - 7-8pm Bible Study @ St. Nick's
Wednesday - 9:30am Praying in Color
Wednesday - 4:30-5:30pm Holy Hangout Create and Learn with Rev. Beth for children and youth
Wednesday - 5:30pm Dinner Church
Thursday - 1:00pm Women's Bible Study via zoom
Special Events
September 17th - Musik in the Park
October 8th - Blessing of the Animals
October 15th - Musik in the Park
October 30th - Costume Blessing and Halloween Party
November 5th - Musik in the Park
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Beginning September 11th - Outdoor worship starts up again at 8:30am. You can also join us indoors at 9:30am or connect via live stream at 9:30 on Facebook or Youtube.
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Join Rev. Beth for a Bible Study from 7-8:15pm on Tuesday evenings at St. Nick's. We will be studying the Gospel of Matthew. After our time of study, we will end our time together with compline - a short evening prayer service. |
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This small group meets on Wednesdays at 9:30am to study scripture together. If you are interested in a Lectio Divina study that combines art, conversation and study - this group is for you. You can contact Hillys Lewis for more information on joining the group. |
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Children and Youth are invited to join Rev. Beth in the sanctuary from 4:30-5:30 before Dinner Church on Wednesdays. We will learn and create together as we learn about God, our Episcopal tradition, and all things holy. Join in for a Holy Hangout time with Rev. Beth! |
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Dinner Church begins on September 14th. This is a weekly gathering time of prayers, conversation, and food. It is a pot-luck style dinner where all are welcome to attend. If you are looking for a time to invite friends or neighbors to church - Dinner Church is the perfect activity. |
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Interested in studying the Bible with other women? Join us on zoom from 1-2pm on
Thursdays beginning September 15th. We study the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday. You can use your bible or enjoy the information on the screen. You can contact Rev. Beth for the link if you are interested in joining the class.
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Beginning September 18th through October 23rd, we will study the book Bittersweet by Susan Cain. We will look at the author's insights on longing and yearning as we also discuss how these themes resonate with our lives of faith. You can buy the book here or just show up to the class for a vibrant discussion on the stories from the book. You can contact Kathie Jinks or Rose Marie Jundzilo for more information. |
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Church Administration and Volunteer Information |
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Sign - up for Sunday Morning Ministries! |
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It's that time again! People of all ages are encouraged to sign-up for a Sunday Morning Ministry. You can read, help with Altar Team, AV/Tech team, greeting, hospitality, and counting the offertory. You can sign-up here and contact Rev. Beth with any questions regarding the ministries. Remember - children and youth are welcome to participate in these ministries as well. We want to live into call to be a vibrant intergenerational church!
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Diocesan Festival of Fellowship and Revival |
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Last day to register for "We Will Continue - And How!," a diocesan festival of fellowship and revival taking place September 16 and 17 at the San Marcos Convention Center. Join together with friends from all corners of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas for two days of Good News, worship, music, workshops, exhibits, and celebration, featuring the Rev. Becca Stevens of Thistle Farms as keynote speaker and guest preacher.
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2265 Bulverde Rd.
Bulverde, TX 78163
Phone: 214-213-0739
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