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We are now in a kind of mini-Advent. Each year, forty days after Easter Sunday and ten days before Pentecost, the Church celebrates Ascension Day, when the resurrected Jesus returns to the Father. In Luke's gospel, Jesus instructs the disciples to stay in Jerusalem, waiting for the delivery of God's promise. Then "he led them out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands, he blessed them. While he was still blessing them, he withdrew from them and was carried up into heaven. And they worshiped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy; and they were continually in the temple blessing God."
It's still Easter. We are still celebrating. But there's a shift in these ten days before Pentecost. Even as we continue to celebrate (to "bless God"), we are waiting for what comes next. Ascensiontide is a gap in the church year that is filled with a joyful anticipation. These ten days are an elongated threshold. It is a rich time for anyone or any group that is between. But that doesn't mean that it's easy or comfortable. Surrounded by uncertainty, unsure of what comes next, Ascensiontide calls us to turn towards God in expectation and trust. We do not know what will come next, but we know that God will not leave us comfortless. O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before. Amen.
Eric+
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | May 29 |
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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 nursey 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. Miss Connie and Miss Jenna are all VERY EXCITED to welcome you back! |
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Sunday Forum
Sundays, 9:30 AM, Berlin Room
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The Christian Year: Ascensiontide
Join us Sunday at 9:30 for a meditation, reflection, and bible study on the "mini-Advent" of the days between Ascension Day and Pentecost. What are we in between? What has God promised us, and what does waiting for that look like?
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Godly Play (grades PK - 1st)
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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ALL children inherently know God, but it is up to us to give them the language of the Christian faith so they can grow to make meaning of our faith in their own lives. Godly Play is a profound method rooted in Montessori principles that forms child spirituality by attending to their natural gifts for wonder and discovery. Children are greeted at the door of the Godly Play room by the "door person." It is VERY important for parents to respect the boundary of the door threshold by not entering the children's sacred space--their Godly Play room. We cannot wait to welcome your children each Sunday!
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Spark: (grades 2-3)
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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Our older children will again immerse themselves in SPARK, where they will work with the same themes and Scripture that we all encounter in common worship. Every lesson follows a four-part pattern: Gather, Open the Bible, Activate Faith, and Send. Week after week, the children and their leaders gather together, explore the Scriptures, enjoy one another's company, pray, and discover God's presence in their midst.
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Spark: (grades 4- 6) "Look at the Gospels”
9:30 AM -10:30 AM
In the Children's Ministry Center
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Our older children will continue to "Look at the Gospels” of Jesus’ life and ministry. His parables, miracles and teachings are displayed with posters, colored drawings, and miniature models. They are also studying the many wonders of the Old Testament through the first seven books of the Bible.
Each Sunday using the Spark Curriculum we follow a five-part pattern: gather, read the scriptures, discuss its meaning, pray and play “Who dat?” (“Who dat” is a game of Bible trivia based on what they have already learned).
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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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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
Sundays, 5:30 PM
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Keith Shafer is our musician this week. |
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EVENTS THIS WEEK| May 30 - June 5 |
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Parish Office Schedule
Memorial Day
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The Parish Office will be closed Monday, May 30, in observance of Memorial Day. |
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Mmm! Men's Monthly Meal
Wednesday, June 1, River Room
Men arrive 4 PM for cooking & fellowship
Parish arrives 6-7 PM, for dinner
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The Men’s Monthly Meal ( Mmm!) is the first Wednesday of each month, this month, Wednesday, June 1. (Men gather at 4 PM to cook, the parish gathers at 6 PM for dinner.) This month the Men of Saint Paul’s will be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers and creating picnic sides for the parish. There are two sign-ups on our website and direct links below. Please RSVP for dinner and men, please sign up for this fellowship and meal team (separate sign-up from dinner reservations). Donations welcomed. Contact Eric Friedman for more information. |
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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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Baptism Offered
Sunday, June 5
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The Prayer Book notes Holy Baptism is especially appropriate on four dates: at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All Saints' Day or All Saints' Sunday, and on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord.
We will celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, June 5. All who wish to be baptized are invited to contact Fr. Eric. |
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Pentecost Picnic
Sunday, June 5, following the 11 AM service
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Wear red and bring a dish to share to the Parish Picnic for Pentecost Sunday (comfortably scheduled in the River Room) June 5, following the 11 AM service. We’ll spill out onto the terrace with music and games. This is a good opportunity to invite friends to share time with your parish family. The church will provide chicken. Please bring a side, salad, or dessert to the River Room kitchen before the 11 AM service. As always, we need help with set up and clean up! Please sign up on the website; a direct link is available below. |
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OPEN Sundays for Altar Flowers
June 26, July 17, and July 31
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June 19, July 17, and July 31 are open Sundays for altar flowers. If anyone would kindly like to sponsor one of these Sundays 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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The Saint Paul’s Choir will begin their summer break on June 12. 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 ext. 215 for further information and cost. |
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Small and Medium Vases Needed |
The Flower Guild is seeking small and medium vases for their pastoral ministry. Following Sunday’s services, the altar flowers are rearranged and delivered to people on our prayer list and to our homebound. If you have unused vases you’d like to donate, please deliver them to the parish office. For more information about this ministry contact Barbara Register. |
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We will from time to time be placing pictures of parish events on our website, in the Weekly Postings email, and on social media. We will not identify any person or persons in a picture without their permission. If you would prefer that we not use your picture or those of your family, please contact the parish office by email or by telephone at (706) 724-2485. |
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"Oktoberfest by the River"
Saturday, September 10th, 6:30 - 10 PM
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More details coming soon! Save the Date!
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June 1 - Mmm! Men's Monthly Meal
June 5 - The Day of Pentecost
June 12 - Birthday Sunday
June 13 - Vestry Meeting
June 15 - Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner
June 18 - Quiet Morning
June 25 - Master's Table Soup Kitchen
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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.
The Finance Committee and the Vestry are beginning the work of preparing the 2022 budget. Your pledge allows them to prepare a more accurate budget. If you have not yet completed a pledge card, please prayerfully consider your pledge to a momentous year. 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: 138
92 Increase (23 new), 6 Decrease, 40 no change
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 05/25/2022
Offerings pledged this Week $12,981.00
Offerings received this Week $6,342.23
Operating Expenses to Date $342,521.93
Operating Income to Date $458,560.78
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