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On Advent 1 (November 28, on the blacktop from 9:15-10:15 am) we'll be packing some supplies to support our friends at Church of the Common Ground. In response to what they've told us they need, we're collecting *warm* socks (work or wool socks, not athletic, in regular and large sizes) and chemical hand warmers.

You can bring donations by the church office during business hours, or on Sunday mornings, OR order directly from our Amazon Wish List and have them sent to church. We're hoping to assemble at least 100 bags with 2 pr of socks and a pair of handwarmers... can you help donate, and can you help us assemble them?

On October 10 we began our annual Pledge Campaign. Taking inspiration from St. Paul's words to the early church at Corinth, our theme this year is “I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave growth.” (I Cor. 3:6-7). Fourteen years ago, a small group of faithful servants planted St. Benedict's. Over the years, the parishioners of St. Benedict's have faithfully watered so that God could bless and grow our parish. Now is the season for us, as current parishioners, to continue this watering and partner with God as we grow into our next season together as a community. Over the next 5 weeks, please prayerfully consider a financial pledge for St. Benedict's in 2022, as well as the other resources of time and treasure you will offer to God in this place. To make your pledge, please use the button below.

TOTAL AS OF THIS WEEK: $320,060

Monty Johnson, our parish administrator extraordinaire, is taking some well-deserved vacation this week, from 11/14-11/21. While he's away, if you need help with church-related things, call our pastoral line at (678) 322-7866 to reach Mother Jenna, or send her an email at jenna@mysaintb.org. Pray for a restful, restorative and joyous break for Monty!

Deeply moving and laugh-out-loud funny, Mission: JOY is a documentary with unprecedented access to the unlikely friendship of two international icons who transcend religion: His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu. In their final joint mission, these self-described mischievous brothers give a master class in how to create joy in a world that was never easy for them. They offer neuroscience-backed wisdom to help each of us live with more joy, despite circumstances. Inspired by the New York Times bestseller The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World, the film showcases the exchange between these two Nobel Peace Prize winners that led to that book.

Screening dates will be November 19 – December 2.

We will once again be doing Angel Tree gifts for the children of our Path to Shine families. This is a wonderful opportunity for St. B families to provide Christmas joy for others. Because not everyone is coming to church we will once again have a Sign Up Genius form to sign up for gifting opportunities. If you are interested in signing up for a whole family please send a note to stbangeltree@gmail.com.

The St. B's Book Club is meeting Tuesday, November 30 online at 6:45 to discuss Never Turn Back by Atlanta writer Chris Swann, a longtime teacher at Holy Innocents. All are welcome. If you have questions, please email Kristine Anderson.

Passcode  994910

Join us in making lunches for the Church of the Common Ground. We will gather in the kitchen after the 8:00 service (around 8:45) on December 5 for sandwich making and packing lunch bags.

Contact Taylor Stukes with any questions.

The St. B's Ladies Social Group willl hold an ornament exchange on Sunday, December 12 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the home of Verdery Newell. RSVP to attend and if you can bring a bottle of wine or food. Robin Cubbage - robin.cubbage55@gmail.com

188 Covered Bridge Dr. SW, Smyrna, GA

Our monthly children and youth formation program, Building Faith Brick by Brick will have Sunday School, December 5 at 9:30 am. We’ll explore a Bible story with Lego and meet in the upper parking lot.

Questions? Email Mo. Jenna, Katie Loadholtes, or Laura Alexander.

Advent 1: All-Parish, All Ages, Advent Fun - 9:15-10:15 am outdoors!

Advent 2: Lessons & Carols - 10:30 am

St. B's needs lectors (readers) and intercessors (lead the prayers of the people) on Sunday mornings. It's so important that the assembly hears God's word read by people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, voices... reflecting the diversity of the body of Christ. This is a great ministry for folks looking to get more involved! Email Saralee Parker with any questions.

Acolyte training is postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date.

If you have any questions, please contact Victoria Patrick. patrickvictoria87@gmail.com or 404-234-2777.

We are excited to announce a newly formed Children’s Choir led by Ms. Judy Guard!

St. Cecilia Children's Choir (K - 2nd grade)

Wednesdays at 5:30 - 6:00 pm in the Upper Parking Lot

Are you interested in Holy Baptism? Please let Mother Jenna know! We'd love to prepare for this joyous sacrament.

January 9 - 8:00 am or 10:30 am (Baptism of Our Lord)

April 16 - 8:00 pm (Great Vigil of Easter)

April 17 - (Easter Day)

This fall the Women's Bible Study group will resume their discussion of the Gospel of John at 10:30 AM on Mondays. For now, because of the virulence of the Covid virus and especially the Delta variant, we will continue to meet via Zoom.

Password: biblestudy

Join the Men's Bible Study for fellowship and discussion of the Gospel of the week each Thursday at 7:30 am on zoom.

Contact Paul Stein for the link and with any questions.

November

Now that we are back in church for services please start wearing you name tag. If you don't have a name tag please contact Monty at monty@mysaintb.org to request a new one. Wearing name tags really is a help for Mo. Jenna and for each of us as we welcome new parishioners and visitors and maybe refresh our memories on old friends.

Be a part of making the nave beautiful for online worship. The Flower Guild is looking for volunteers to help with arranging flowers for the nave every week. If interested, contact Beth Tyler.

St. Benedict's is committed to the various care needs of its member families. A dedicated group of volunteers are continuing to offer their time to serve our church community within various pastoral care capacities, including prayer requests, transportation, meal delivery, Eucharistic visits with Diocesan-approved safe protocols, and more. Mo. Jenna is also readily available for prayers, calls and/or visits for those in need.

Do not hesitate to reach out to Kerry Thomas or Anna Best about Pastoral care needs for yourself, your family, or your friends. We are here to help and serve! 

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