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A Letter from the Senior Warden |
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Dear People of Saint Paul’s:
Our Independence Day celebration this past Sunday was inspirational and beautiful. The music and choir were perfect; it was as though they never stopped singing. Thank you to everyone who made this celebration of faith and freedom special.
This week will mark another milestone in our return to our evangelistic lives: our Eucharistic team will again be receiving the sacraments at the end of the 11:00 A.M. service so that they may share communion with those unable to attend in person. While we continue to pray for all our congregants, being able to share physically God’s gifts with everyone is an extraordinary ministry.
Now that we are back to our coffee and visits between services, it seems like a good time to share that the River Room is OPEN and available for hospitality! Our beautiful space, where memories are made, can be rented without any restrictions. Please think of us when planning your events and holiday parties, and please remind your friends to consider the River Room (and Saint Paul’s!). For more specific information about the River Room, please contact Hannah Gosney at HGosney@Saintpauls.org or at call (706) 724-2485.
Yours,
Ashley Wright
Senior Warden
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | July 11 |
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Saint Paul's Nursery is OPEN
9:30 AM -12:30 PM
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We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursey has reopened 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 Katie Gullette or the parish office. Miss Connie, Miss Jenna, and Miss Leila are all VERY EXCITED to welcome you back! |
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Sunday Forum - NO FORUM THIS WEEK
Sundays, 9:30 a.m. | Berlin Room
Led by Fr. Dolen
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The Sunday Forum will return July 18.
TOPIC: Reclaiming Holy Scripture
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A CUP OF JOE - New Adult Formation Class
Sundays, beginning July 11, 10 a.m.
The Chapel of St. Peter and St. Paul
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Why do we Episcopalians make the sign of the cross? When do we do it? How do we do it?
If those and other questions about our rituals, rites and liturgy keep you awake at night then plan to meet with Fr. Joe Sunday, July 11 at 10 a.m. for the answers.
Coffee will be provided!
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Second Sunday Birthday Celebration
Sunday, July 11, 10:30 - 10:45 AM
In the Churchyard
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This Sunday Birthday Returns. And we have celebrating to catch up! ALL are invited to our brief, but joyful celebration for all whose birthdays fall in June and July, Sunday, July 11, 10:30-10:45 AM, in the churchyard. Come, sing, and share a cupcake with your parish family. |
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8 AM Rite I - In person
5:30 PM - Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion
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All 3 of our Sunday worship services are in-person with no requirement to sign-up. Welcome Back! |
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An Invitation to Join a Parish Ministry |
It takes a lot for our Sunday worship and so many other things at Saint Paul’s. There will be information in the Narthex about all of the many things you can get involved with and who to contact if you are interested. Please check it out. |
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | July 12 - July 18 |
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Noonday Prayer
Monday and Wednesday, 12:05 p.m.
Meeting ID: 595 177 454
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Noonday Prayer is a short and simple service which allows prayer to enter into the midst of our daily work or other activities, whil e joining our prayers to the ongoing prayer of the Church around the world. It may also be observed in private and is found online here and on p.103-107 in The Book of Common Prayer (BCP) or in the simplified version for daily devotions on page 138. |
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Sacred Space at Saint Paul's
Tuesday and Friday, or by appointment
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Sacred Space is an opportunity for you to be in your church’s sacred space to rest and pray. You will be provided with a simple Order of Service to guide your prayers, but pray according to your practice and however fulfills your needs for your own sacred time and space.
Please use the calendar below to reserve a time just for you, or contact the parish office if you'd like a different time not listed. |
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Compline
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 p.m. 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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Manna Pantry Distribution
Saturday, July 17
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Additional people are needed for this month’s Manna Pantry Distribution Saturday, July 17, 9-11:30 a.m. in the east parking lot to distribute the food. Many of our "regulars” are out of town. This is an excellent opportunity to share time with our Augusta neighbors and your Saint Paul’s family. Manna Pantry is a ministry that provides food to 150 families and individuals on odd-number months throughout the year. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, July 17, 9-11:30 a.m. in the east parking lot to distribute the food. Contact Melissa Friedman for more information and to sign up. |
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Back to the Creek Retreat for Youth
Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 1| Honey Creek
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For youth in Grades 6-12, this "Back to the Creek Retreat" will allow our young people to take a break at Honey Creek before their school year begins. The cost is $125. Participant numbers will be limited for this event to enable everyone to spread out in the dorms and during worship and other activities. Registration opens next week. Please contact Canon Joshua Varner for more information. |
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Education for Ministry (EfM) program
TIME TO ENROLL
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CALLING THE CURIOUS: Are you curious to explore the meaning of Holy Scripture, the history and traditions of Christianity, and our ever-changing understanding of God that you may more deeply live your faith? Then it is time to consider the Education for Ministry (EfM) program. EfM is a small-group study and spiritual growth program open to ALL people and begins each August. Contact Saint Paul's EfM mentor, Alan Andrews or Fr. Joe Bowden to have a full conversation about it. WE LOVE EfM! |
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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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.
Received as of 5/12/21 for the Year 2021
137 Pledge Cards representing $610,801.00
If you have not completed a pledge card, please complete this year’s annual stewardship appeal and return it to the church as soon as possible, or pledge online on our website at saintpauls.org/pledge-card/. If you did not receive a pledge appeal in the mail or have simply misplaced yours, please email the parish office or contact by telephone at (706) 724-2485 ext. 225.
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 6/30/21
Offerings pledged this Week $11,650.02
Offerings received this Week $10,382.68
Operating Expenses to Date $419,141.50
Total Income Received to Date $424,161.07
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OPEN Sundays for Altar Flowers |
If you would like to sponsor a Sunday in honor or memory of someone or “many someones,” please contact the Parish Office. The normal charge is a minimum of $100. What a lovely way to remember or honor someone and contribute to the Flower Guild at the same time.
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Donate to the Summer Music |
On the summer Sundays when the choirs are on vacation, special music is provided by guest instrumentalists or singers. If you’d like to donate the music on these Sundays, please email Director of Music Keith Shafer or call him, (706) 724-2485 x 215 for further information and cost. Gifts can be made as thanksgivings or memorials.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Registration |
Eligible individuals, including those ages 12 and older, can now register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Registration must be completed in advance on the AU Health website.
South Carolina residents who are eligible can also register to receive the vaccine at Aiken Technical College through the AU Health website.
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