CANTERBURY TALES | March 2, 2023 | |
“The mission of St. Augustine of Canterbury parish is to grow closer to Christ and one another through worship, prayer, learning and service, and to dedicate our lives to serving Christ in the world through the power of the Holy Spirit.” | |
St. Augustine of Canterbury invites you to join us on our Lenten Journey! | |
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Morning Prayer
Make Morning Prayer part of Your Lenten Journey … Join us Monday through Friday at 8 am for Morning Prayer. Call this number to join: 339.209.4611. The Morning Prayer Rite II service lasts 20-30 minutes and is led by one of our Morning Prayer ministry leaders. Click here to download the full service booklet and weekly readings.
Contact: Marianne Rowan
Wednesday Evenings in Lent
Wednesdays in Lent, all are invited to come for a Potluck Dinner at 5:30 pm (March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29). Join us for some good food and great fellowship! No sign-up necessary - Just bring a favorite main, side or dessert dish.
After dinner, there will be a 30-40 minute time of teaching. We will do an overview of the New Testament for the first 2-3 weeks, and we will focus on evangelism for the last two weeks. There is a short book, "What Is Evangelism?: A Little Book of Guidance" that you can order on this topic that may be of interest. No requirement to read it, but those who like to read up on any given topic may find it helpful.
Sunday Morning Adult Christian Ed
On Sundays in Lent, we will have a series on "Jews and Christians: Getting our Stories Straight" that will run from March 5 - April 2. This group meets in the Parish Library, 9 - 9:45 am on Sundays. Details>
Lenten Walk in Riverside Park
Lent is a time for reflection, renewal and for striving towards positive change in our lives. If you have been wanting to be more active, consider joining me Thursday mornings at 9 am on the fitness trail in Riverside Park (Meet at the Fitness Trail sign near the Tennis Courts). I’m looking to improve my well-being and I’d love to have you join me on my Lenten Journey. Contact: Sally Munson, RN
Stations of the Cross
Join us for Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 2 pm, beginning Feb. 24 and running through Good Friday (April 7). Contact: Gene Tobey
Visit our Lenten Journey webpage>
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Come Shop the Flea Market!
Be sure to come to the Parish Flea Market, Saturday, March 4, 9 am - 1 pm in the Parish Hall and outside veranda. Proceeds will be donated to Our Father’s Table Soup Kitchen in Vero Beach.
Contact: Carol Paris
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New Outreach Partnership with Salvation Army
Beginning Sunday, March 5, we will have a collection box in the Parish Hall for the Salvation Army food pantry. At this time, we are only accepting three items: pasta, spaghetti sauce and peanut butter (at their request). We will be discontinuing the food collection box outside of the restrooms.
Thank you for helping our parish to serve local Vero residents in need of food. Ministry contact: Stuart Weismiller
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Understanding Dementia
The Health & Wellness Ministry and the Episcopal Church Women of St. Augustine Church invite you to a presentation entitled, "UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA: Ways to Support, Cope and Celebrate Moments of Joy" on Saturday, Mar. 11 at 10 am in the Parish Hall. The guest speaker will be Peggy Cunningham, executive director of the Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County. Snacks will be served. Be sure to invite a friend or family member!
Please sign up in the Narthex, as it is helpful in determining handout materials. Questions? Contact: Sally Munson, RN, Health & Wellness Coordinator.
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Come get your Irish on! The Episcopal Church Women will host a St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Saturday, Mar. 18 at 6:15 pm. A corned beef & cabbage dinner will be served up with a side of Irish Sing-Along in the Parish Hall, featuring the St. Augustine "Irish Crooners." Please sign up in the Narthex. A Good Will Offering to benefit parish ministries will be appreciated. Contact: Carol Paris | |
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Jews and Christians
Getting Our Story Straight
During Lent, our Sunday Morning Christian Ed series will focus on a book written by Rabbi Michael Goldberg called, “Jews and Christians Getting or Stories Straight.” We will meet 9 - 9:45 am, March 5 through March 19 and finishing on April 2, in the Library.
In this book, Rabbi Goldberg offers the idea that for Jews and Christians, while they share stories from the same Bible, there are essentially two “master Stories,” that shape our two faiths. For Jews, it is the Exodus, the historic intervention of God, to bring His people out of Egypt. For Christians, it is the promise of salvation through Jesus’ life, teachings, and sacrifice.
While this teaching could and actually does, take a lifetime, we have taken the stories down and lifted up some of the high points in the each of the two covenants, to enlighten our thinking, possibly in a different way, as we walk the Lenten path, which for us culminates in the Resurrection proclamation on Easter morning.
Here is our first topic to be considered:
March 5 — Moses in the bulrushes, being found by Pharoah’s daughter; Moses and the Burning Bush and his call to return to Egypt and lead his people.
You may purchase the Book here
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Sunday School
St. Augustine's Sunday School meets on all but the first Sunday of the month, during the 10 am service. Children in Kindergarten through 6th grade gather in our classrooms down past the Old Parish Hall, in the education wing of the church. On the first Sunday of the month, kids (who are willing and trained) may serve on the altar, and eventually as readers, ushers, etc. If you have kids, grandkids, neighbors, or anyone that might be interested in Sunday School, please call or text ministry leader Linda Jones at 772.538.9826. If they would like to help serve on the 1st Sunday, please contact Fr. Wes.
Christian Ed Party
Please keep our Sunday School team in your prayers as they plan a family gathering with fun & games for the children. Thank you, Linda Jones, for all your efforts in building our Sunday School program!
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Prayer Requests
Confidential daily prayers are offered by the Daughters of the King. Please leave your blue Prayer Request form in the Lockbox in the Narthex. Contact: Nancy Kelly
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Parish Prayer Group | Mondays at 1:30 pm|Christian Ed wing
Prayer Shawl & Knitting Ministry | Tuesdays, 1 - 3 pm | Parish Library
Healing Eucharist | Wednesdays at 10 am | Sanctuary
Bible Study with Fr. Wes | Wednesdays at 11 am | Conference Room
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
March is Colon Cancer
Awareness Month
Nancy Kelly LPN, the Colon Cancer Chick & Wellness Team Member
Imagine a cancer that can be cured BEFORE it becomes cancer. It is colon cancer!
In the United States colon cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed type of cancer.
Benign growths, or polyps, can develop in the large intestine. Polyps do not hurt, or bleed or give other symptoms. But if not removed, they often grow and become cancerous. More>
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“For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”
JOHN 3:16-17
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Come celebrate with us this Sunday!
St. Augustine of Canterbury invites you to join us for worship in person or at home this Second Sunday of Lent. Watch our Livestreamed service online anytime during the week. Interested in receiving Home Communion? Just call the church office (772-770-3494) and ask to be put on the Home Communion list.
Worship Schedule>
Download the Bulletin>
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Sunday Morning Fellowship
Please come join us Sundays for Coffee Hour after the 8 am and 10 am services in the Parish Hall. Enjoy the fellowship of your fellow parishioners. You never know who you might meet!
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Readers and Servers
This week's Readers and Servers will be ...
Saturday, 5:30 pm
Lessons: Carolyn Robinson
Psalm & Prayers of the People: Carolyn Robinson
Chalice Bearers: Carolyn Robinson
Sunday, 8 am
Lessons: Pat Waskow
Psalm & Prayers of the People: Tom Hall
Chalice Bearers: Pat Waskow
Sunday, 10 am
Lessons: Sharon Goldberg
Prayers of the People: Shelba Bobet
Chalice Bearers: Pam White & Jacinth Brown
Lay Eucharistic Minister: Sally Munson
Crucifer: Tucker Shields
Torches: Julianna & Jack Guancione
Ushers: Jo Stewart, Jackie Davis, Mary Rianhard
Livestream: Deb Kavanagh
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136 And Counting!
This Sunday, after the 10 am service, will be one of the last opportunities to get tech assistance with uploading Church Center, our new Parish Directory. Take advantage of this chance to get your picture included. Come by our Help Table in the Parish Hall and we'll be there, ready to assist you. Don't forget to bring your Apple ID or Login Password.
OR DIY ... Load the easy-to-install Church Center app for your cell phone or computer.
Ministry contact: Barbara McGowan
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OUTREACH
A Visit to United Against Poverty
The Outreach Ministry will make a site visit to United Against Poverty on Monday, March 6 at 10 am (1400 27th Street, Vero Beach). We plan to meet at the Information Booth by 9:55 am. As you walk into the main entrance the grocery is on the left and the Information Desk is in the middle. Please let us know if you are coming.
Ministry contact: Stuart Weismiller
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Men's Breakfast
Come to a St. Augustine of Canterbury Men’s Breakfast on Tuesday, March 21 at 9 am or any third Tuesday, at CJ Cannons (3414 Cherokee Drive, Vero Beach). Please sign up in the Narthex. Ministry contact: Al Glatz
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STEWARDSHIP
It's Not Too Late to Submit Your Pledge
Stewardship pledges are a key component in the planning of St. Augustine's budget and allocation of funds for ministry. Please submit your pledge card either in the Sunday plate or at the parish office. We encourage all to participate in the financial support of your church. Visit our Stewardship webpage>
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Mark Your Calendars for March!
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Saturday, March 4 - ECW Parish Flea Market, 9 am–1 pm
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Saturday, March 11 - Understanding Dementia, 10–11:30 am
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Saturday, March 18 - St. Patrick's Day Celebration at 6:15 pm
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Sunday, March 26 - Monthly Blood Pressure Screening, 11 am–12 pm
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Sunday, March 26 - “Ask The Dietician,” 11 am–12 pm
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Tuesday, March 28 - Caregivers Support Group, 2–3 pm
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This Week, We Celebrate
Birthdays
05 – Grace Miller, Jo Arminio
06 – Scott Kelley
07 – Lala Maresi, Jim Rott
08 – Olin R. Melchionna
Anniversaries
None this week
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This Week, We Remember
Departed
05 – Bill Frey (2013)
11 – Joan Bowers (2019)
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Prayer List
Please pray for ... For all who are threatened by conflict or natural disaster, and for Deanie, Edwin, Mary Beth, Michael, Nancy, Marie, Ivy, Clive, Levi, Joe, Nicola, Andy, Diane, Jesse, Vance, Lin, Anne, Shelba, Ginny, Gerry, Ronald, Gayle, Joanne.
Parish Prayer List Reminder!
The Parish Prayer List names are reviewed on a monthly basis. Names remain on the list as long as the Office is aware that they are to remain. Names of those we have not received updates are removed from the list unless the parish office is otherwise notified. Please let us know who is in the hospital and who is deceased.
Contact: Dana Clearwater at 772-770-3494.
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Updated 03/05/23.
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