~ the eSPIRE Newsletter ~
October 18, 2020
The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
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No printed inSPIRE this week |
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10:30 Service Will Be Streamed LIVE This Sunday! |
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The Vestry of St. Philip's Church is pleased to announce that all needed components for a successful livestream are now in place in the sanctuary––we will be broadcasting the 10:30 a.m. service live this Sunday!
Those who are still worshipping from home may visit our YouTube channel Sunday morning or use this direct link to the video to watch. The link will go live at about 10:00 a.m., and the video itself will begin at about 10:25 with the prelude. The recording will remain available at the same link after the stream ends for viewing at your convenience, and it will also be uploaded to our Vimeo page later in the day.
If you experience any technical difficulty with the direct link, you may access the stream through the main St. Philip's channel link below.
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~ Reservations for In-Person Worship ~
Childcare now open to infants and children up to three years old
Reservations for worship this Sunday (8:15 and 10:30 services of Holy Communion) and childcare (10:30 only) open Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. You may register at the link below or call the church office at (843) 722-7734 to reserve space.
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Wednesdays Alive! Services to Return October 28
Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. beginning October 28 (no supper)
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Beginning Wednesday, October 28, Wednesdays Alive!, our midweek, come-as-you-are service of Holy Communion, is back! Further details about the service will be coming soon.
While we won't be gathering for supper afterwards, we will be offering two class/fellowship options later in the evening––one via Zoom and one in person. The Rev. Brian McGreevy's new C.S. Lewis class, "Mere Christianity," (time to be confirmed) will meet on Zoom, while College Fellowship (for young adults college-aged and up), which has already begun meeting, will continue to meet in the Youth Room of the Parish House at 7:00 p.m. Stay tuned for more info!
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Armed with Gloves:
St. Philip's Workday at St. Christopher
by Bob Kunes, St. Philip's Vestry
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It began with a simple question to Martha Freshley, the Senior Warden of St. Philip's Church, from parishioner Dr. Heather Dawson. “With the struggles that St. Christopher is having as a result of the pandemic, would the Vestry consider having a St. Philip's workday at St. Christopher?”
Martha brought the question to the Vestry at our September meeting. I serve on the St. Christopher board, so I volunteered to explore the idea with Father Bob Lawrence, the Executive Director of St. Christopher. After the Vestry meeting, Vestrymen Todd Brown and Robby Marion approached me and indicated they would be glad to donate an afternoon to go out to do "yardwork" at St. Christopher. I called Bob Lawrence to discuss the idea and then put Robby Marion in touch with him to schedule a time for Robby and Todd to go to St. Christopher.
Robby and Todd, along with vestryman Sam Robinson, went out one Thursday early in September, and Todd wrote a humorous and entertaining email thread about their experiences, leading other Vestry members to comment that they wished they had been able to go! Their interest led me to propose the idea of a “Vestry led” workday at St. Christopher, and we put an invitation in the weekly eSPIRE newsletter so all St. Philippians could join. Others signed up to participate and agreed to bring equipment they had, and David Gilbert, the youth minister at St. Philip's, offered to recruit a number of the youth to join.
Early in the week leading up to the big day, October 10, the weather forecast for Saturday was abysmal; however, God had other plans and turned the day absolutely perfect with temperatures in the upper 70s. Thirty-eight of us gathered at the porch at Susanna's house at St. Christopher at 10 o'clock on Saturday morning. After an opening prayer, the four folks with chainsaws, the three folks with push lawn mowers, the two folks with riding mowers, the three folks with weed eaters, the folks with blowers and with loppers, and the rest of us armed only with gloves and a willingness to work spread out across the St. Christopher campus.
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The workday was not without its tense moments. Pictured above is "Big Mama," one of St. Christopher's resident reptiles, who raises the pulse of anyone who lays eyes on her. And the lawnmower race between Robby Marion and the Rev. Jeffrey Miller, Rector, was a nail-biter. |
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LAMB, one of St. Philip's world missions partners, is a Christ-centered, multifaceted ministry based in Tegucigalpa, Honduras. LAMB seeks to share the hope found in Christ Jesus as they care for, educate, protect, and empower those suffering extreme poverty, abuse, and exploitation in Honduras. LAMB was founded in 1999 by lifelong missionary Suzy McCall as a training school for Hondurans called to world mission. |
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Weekly Webinar for Grandparents
Presented by the Legacy Coalition
Mondays at 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
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Grandparents have an important spiritual role to play.
Culture says:
- It's time to take it easy and enjoy spoiling your grandchildren, but the Bible calls grandparents to a greater level of influence.
As a Christian Grandparent:
- You are important to your grandchildren.
- You are in a unique position of influence.
- You have a biblical role to fulfill.
- You can build and grow relationships with your family.
Upcoming Webinar Topics
- October 19: "Touchy Areas of Grandparenting - How Grace Comes to Our Rescue," presented by Tim and Darcy Kimmel
- October 26: "God Bless You! Pronouncing God's Favor on Your Grandkids," presented by John Coulombe
- November 2: "Grandparenting through the Thanksgiving Holiday," presented by Larry Fowler
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Questions about this webinar series or about Generations, the grandparents' ministry at St. Philip's? Contact Lynn Dayton at (843) 343-1001 or lland312@gmail.com.
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Blessing of the Preschool Students |
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Last week, St. Philip's Preschool parents and students donned their masks and gathered on the basketball court for refreshments, fellowship, and a blessing by the Rev. Justin Hare. May the Lord continue to bless them as they continue their school year! |
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St. Philip's Supporting Those in Need!
Another Successful School Supply Drive
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Thank you to everyone who heard the call for school supplies and participated in this community outreach with Tricounty Family Ministries! From donating and collecting items at church to packing individual backpacks with supplies and participating in the give-out day, St. Philip's was spreading joy and sharing the love of Christ every step of the way. Tricounty and St. Philip's Home Missions volunteers were able to pass out 149 backpacks filled with supplies and every single children's Bible on hand to 67 families in need!
A Facebook post from our partners at Tricounty the day after the distribution said this:
"Our dedicated partners at St. Philip's Church have been so patient with us when we had to postpone our give away, and so incredibly willing to come and help us with our distribution. We truly would not have been able to accomplish all of this without their support."
Thank you, St. Philippians! Be on the look out for more ways to give in November and December!
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Diaper and Wipe Drive is Coming Soon!
In Partnership with Lowcountry Pregnancy Center
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Drop-off: Sunday, November, 1 at church OR Monday, November 2, 9:00-10:00 a.m. in front of the church office |
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Lowcountry Pregnancy Center provides support to pregnant women in the lowcountry with free medical and other pregnancy-related services. To help mothers and fathers prepare, LPC offers parenting classes along with free baby items each month. Let's help our mission partner by stocking their shelves with diapers and wipes! Larger sizes (3, 4, and 5) are in greater demand.
Can't make it Sunday or Monday? You may drop your items off at the church office the week before (beginning October 26).
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Rector's Bible Study on Zoom Tomorrow!
Thursdays at noon via Zoom
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It's great to see everyone (on the computer screen) each week at the Rector's Bible Study! Newcomers and regulars alike are invited to join in tomorrow as the Reverend Jeffrey S. Miller continues his study of the Gospel of Matthew. |
If you're unfamiliar with Zoom and would like assistance, reply to this email and someone will reach out. |
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Let Us Welcome the Recently Baptized! |
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Baptism is not only a sign of profession, and mark of difference, whereby Christian men are discerned from others that be not christened, but it is also a sign of Regeneration or New-Birth, whereby, as by an instrument, they that receive Baptism rightly are grafted into the Church; the promises of the forgiveness of sin, and of our adoption to be the sons of God by the Holy Ghost, are visibly signed and sealed; Faith is confirmed, and Grace increased by virtue of prayer unto God.
––Article XXVII “Of Baptism,” The Book of Common Prayer
Pandemic restrictions have kept our congregation from witnessing several recent baptisms, so we are sharing the happy news here! Let us welcome into Christ’s one holy catholic and apostolic Church these children who have been recently baptized:
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Elinor Sydney Yoho, daughter of Andy and Emily Yoho, was baptized on August 1 by the Rev. Matt Rusch at Triple Falls in DuPont State Forest in Hendersonville, NC. |
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Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy Spirit you have bestowed upon these your servants the forgiveness of sin, and have raised them to the new life of grace. Sustain them, O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give them an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works. Amen.
Do you have baptism news to share? Click here to email a picture to Lea Andrews.
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Would you like to be a part of the team that prepares the glorious gifts to God that grace the altar each week? You're in luck––the ladies on the team want you to be a part of their team, too! No flower-arranging experience is necessary. Contact Sarah Stuhr at sarahstuhr@bellsouth.net or (843) 991-3250. |
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Would You Like to Bless New Mothers? |
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The ECW is looking for a few volunteers to serve on the New Mothers Committee. This committee helps women transition from “expecting” to “mothering” by providing a meal, prayers, and encouragement. If you would like to help, please contact Gigi Dobbins. |
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Youth of Charleston, you're invited! |
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Middle School Youth Group (6th-8th grade): Fridays 6:00-8:00 p.m.
High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Sundays 6:00-8:00 p.m.
The St. Philip's Youth Group is open to the youth of St. Philip's and the surrounding community.
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Connect with St. Philip's Youth Group on Instagram! |
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College Fellowship TONIGHT at 7:00 p.m.!
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room, 2nd Floor of the Parish House
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No, it's not all about the cookies. But ... just look at them.
College-aged (and beyond!) St. Philippians and friends, join your peers and the Rev. Justin Hare for food and conversation tonight at 7:00––bring a pal! Questions? Call/text Justin at (843) 478-3443 or click below to email him.
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Daily Devotions from the Clergy of St. Philip's |
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Last Thursday, the Rev. Andrew O'Dell offered a practical guide for making Jesus the cornerstone of your life. Yesterday, the Rev. Brian McGreevy explored the theology of the text of "Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation" and shared some of the story of John Mason Neale, the translator who managed quite a remarkable feat. Click the images above to watch!
Devotions are posted to the news section of our website at 7:00 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Click the top link below if you've missed any and need to catch up; click the bottom link if you'd like the devotions delivered to your email inbox and haven't yet signed up.
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I, the Reverend Jeffrey S. Miller, publish the Banns of Marriage between Grant Phillips Eversmann and Tara Kate Mahoney. If any of you know just cause why they may not be joined together in Holy Matrimony, you are bidden to declare it. This is the third and final time of asking. |
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Would You Like Someone to Pray With You? |
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To pray WITH someone:
Call Juanita Orvin, who will connect you with a prayer minister who will pray for your concerns over the phone.
To ask for prayer FOR someone:
Call Suzanne McCord, head of the prayer chain, and she will pass your request on to members of the chain.
Both options are always confidential.
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Connect With Your St. Philip's Family on Social Media!
Start by following St. Philip's on Instagram and liking our page on Facebook. You'll receive lots of suggestions for connecting with other St. Philippians!
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Save the Date
October 15 ~ LAMB's Party With a Purpose (virtual)––Register here.
October 28 ~ Wednesdays Alive! services resume (no supper)
November 1, 2 ~ Diaper Drive for Lowcountry Pregnancy Center.
November 7 ~ 13th Annual Lowcountry Walk for Life––Learn more.
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Membership Directory
Are you looking for a fellow parishioner's contact information? Our directory is online! Click the "My St. Philip's" button on our homepage, stphilipschurchsc.org, to log in or sign up for an account. And for easy access on your phone, download the Church Life app!
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We pray for the sick: Dotsy Boineau, Kelsey Brockbank, Katie Burris, Brian Cook, Elizabeth Flowers, Mary Forbes, Abigail Golde, Robert Gould, Janet Hanger, Jonathan Hanger, Dan Kohn, Mac Leppard, Joe Livesay, Doug McAdams, Deborah Pollak, Mason Paul, Elaine Pendarvis, Charles Truluck, Mike Walsh, and Lindsey Wing.
We pray for protection for Becca Baird, Chris and Julia Beasley, Graham Blunt, Henry Clayton, Ben Colyer, David Daughtridge, Hayes Fair, George Hoefer, Andrew Kane, Horry Kerrison, Charles Kirkman, Frazier Kulze, John Mason, Philip Middleton III, Jackson Miller, Ned Montgomery, Edward Pritchard, and David Scott serving in our Armed Forces.
We pray for our home missions: Star Gospel Mission, Tricounty Family Ministries, Lowcountry Pregnancy Center, St. John's Chapel, and the Open Door Ministry.
We pray for our world missions: For Suzy McCall and LAMB, for the medical missions to Honduras, for ministry to victims of genocide and AIDS in Rwanda, for 10/40 Tribal Commission, for Water Mission, and for St. Jean Baptiste, our sister church, and the schools in Haiti.
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Collect for Sunday:
Almighty and everlasting God, who in Christ hast revealed thy glory among the nations: Preserve the works of thy mercy, that thy Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of thy Name; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen..
Readings for Sunday:
- Malachi 3:6-12
- Romans 12:1-2
- Matthew 22:15-22
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ST. PHILIP'S CHURCH
142 Church Street | Charleston, SC 29401
Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday | 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday
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