AUGUST 6, 2021 · 325 PARK AVENUE AT 51ST STREET 212-378-0222 · STBARTS.ORG
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A Word from the Staff
by Michael Collins,
Interim Coordinator of Stewardship & Development
It is a seemingly unusual path to get to where I am today. Starting with a philosophy degree from UC Berkeley, and following an intense interest in California wines, my first real job was working for a San Francisco fine wine merchant that eventually took me to New York as the director of the import wine division of a major distilling company. And it was here that I learned the most important lesson of my career—the importance of building personal relationships.
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JOIN US THIS SUNDAY
AUGUST 8, 2021
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An Ordinary Age: Finding Your Way in a World That Expects Exceptional
Writer Rainesford Stauffer reflects on the experience of young adults in contemporary society. How can they find satisfaction in the ordinary when they are constantly pressured to strive for something more? The Forum will be streamed on our website, Facebook Live and YouTube. Watch from home or join us in person to watch The Forum on the big screen in the Great Hall.
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”God just gives, to us, to you and me. I mean, look at us! Yikes. God keeps giving, forgiving, and inviting us back.”
Anne Lamott, Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers
The invitation to giving is a spiritual response to a God that keeps on giving to us. Yikes, indeed!
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for a list of groups meeting after church each week.
Newcomers welcome to all groups!
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Sunday, August 8 at 6:30 pm
Since we did not have an event in July, we are planning to meet twice in August. For the first of two events, join us for the 5 pm Sunday service at St. Bart's (The Reverend Peter Thompson will be preaching!) or meet us at approximately 6-6:15 pm outside the church and we will head to a nearby restaurant. The exact location will be determined the day of, based on our group size. Hope to see you there! RSVP.
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Begins Monday, August 9
2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 6-7 pm
Led by the Reverend Meredith Ward, Forward Together is a support group for people who are experiencing job insecurity, who are unemployed or under-employed, or who are considering a career change. Grounded in scripture and prayer, the group is a safe and confidential space to share experiences, get support, and express concerns about job insecurity. For questions or further information, contact the Reverend Meredith Ward.
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Saturdays, July 10-August 28, 10-11 am
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Thursdays, June 3-August 26, 7-8 pm
This summer, take a break from the serious study of dense theological texts and find God on the silver screen! In August, the discussion turns to OWN's Greenleaf (Amazon Prime, Netflix, YouTube, Apple TV). Ahead of the August 12 meeting, please watch Episodes 4-6, Season 1 of Greenleaf.
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Tuesdays, August 3-24, 7-8 pm
Theological Reflection begins with our lived experience and connects that experience to our Christian tradition. It can help us to gain insight on the meaning at the heart of our experiences. In this four-part class, led by the Reverend Meredith Ward, we will explore different methods of theological reflection and see how we can use these practices in our own lives. Register here.
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Wednesdays at 1 pm
Thoughtful reflection and lively discussion of the upcoming Sunday readings, hosted for the month of August 2021 by Interim Associate Rector the Reverend Meredith E. Ward. Please contact Liz Gillespie to be added to our weekly Bible study via Zoom.
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Are you looking to live into your faith more fully, to have faith connect more deeply with everyday life? What can the Bible teach us about the world today? Do you ever wonder what God is calling you to do? If you want to seek answers through study, reflection, and spiritual practice in community, EfM -- a four-year certificate program in theological education with a weekly in-person seminar format that starts again this fall -- may be for you. Learn more.
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If you are a morning person, we need you! Volunteers are needed to cook a delicious breakfast for our guests, serve the meal in go-to bags, or clean up after. Thanks to an exciting new partnership with Rethink Food, we are transitioning from serving a modest breakfast to offering hot meals on Saturday mornings. Perhaps you've not been up for the "crack of dawn" crews that serve our weekday breakfast? Well, this is a chance to get in the game at a more reasonable hour. The shift runs from 8:30 am to 11:00 am, and we need five volunteers each Saturday. Learn more and volunteer today.
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The Peace Book Club at St. Bart's
The Peace Book Club’s July session focused on a sermon by civil rights leader The Reverend William Barber II. Group member Dr. Elaine Olaoye prepared a PowerPoint presentation outlining the sermon’s key points, which is available here.
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St. Bart's Community Preschool is accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year. For over 40 years, our preschool has provided a warm, nurturing first school experience.
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Do you desire a few moments of peace at the end of each day? Join the St. Bart's community for Night Prayer each weekday evening at 8:30 pm. Clergy and lay officiants will lead brief services based on or inspired by the ancient office of Compline.
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