MAY 13, 2022 · 325 PARK AVENUE AT 51ST STREET · 212-378-0222 · STBARTS.ORG

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Word from the Staff

An Event You Won't Want to Miss

By Dr. Paolo Bordignon

Organist and Choirmaster


On Tuesday, May 24th at 7 pm, St. Bartholomew’s Conservancy will present the Philadelphia Orchestra in a gala concert featuring our celebrated pipe organ. There are so many reasons that this is an event you won’t want to miss. The Philadelphia Orchestra is one of the great orchestras of the world and, although they were directed by past St. Bartholomew’s Organist and Choirmaster Leopold Stokowski for many years, this is their first appearance at St. Bart’s.  

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Strategic Plan Update 


In the fall of 2021, the Vestry of St. Bart’s approved a strategic plan to guide the work of the parish from 2022 to 2025. The plan aims to further the parish’s mission of Transforming Lives, Transforming the Church and Transforming the World by ensuring stewardship of our building and financial resources and by creatively investing in the growth and development of our vibrant faith community.    

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The Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 15

Join us in person at 8 am, 9 am, 11 am, or 5 pm. Find our Covid-19 Safety protocols for in-person worship here


Join us online at 11 am. Download our service leaflet to follow along with us as we live stream Sunday morning worship from the church on our website, Facebook and YouTube. Join our virtual coffee hour after church.  



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The Forum: The Great Organ of St. Bartholomew’s

Sunday, May 15 at 10 am

Days before a St. Bart’s Conservancy Gala Concert featuring our celebrated Great Organ, Dr. Paolo Bordignon, Organist and Choirmaster, outlines the history and characteristics of the instrument and reflects on how it enhances the music-making and worship life of St. Bart’s.


Please post your questions for our speaker in the YouTube or Facebook comments section or email the Reverend Peter D. Thompson, Vicar, at pthompson@stbarts.org.



Legacy Giving

For it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pleasure.

—Philippians 2:13


On June 9 at 12 noon St. Bart’s will celebrate its Mosaic Society members. To learn more about the luncheon and to notify St. Bart’s of your planned gift via your will or estate, please contact Jama Toung at jtoung@stbarts.org or 212-378-0278.

 

2022 Stewardship 

It takes a village and your gifts help support and sustain St. Bart’s children, youth, and family ministries. Your financial gifts support children's curriculum and nursery care for our youngest saints, our wonderful youth group led by Julie and Steve Ross, which includes acolytes, leadership development, and spiritual support for our teens, and resources for parents, such as the newly formed St. Bart's Parents' Circle. Please make your 2022 Pledge today. For information on ways to give (IRA distribution, stock, DAF, etc.) contact Jama Toung at jtoung@stbarts.org or 212-378-0278. Thank you! 

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The Peace Book Club

Sunday, May 15, 1:30 - 2:30 pm

At their next meeting the Peace Book Club will focus on Chapter 1 of a new book: Norman Wirzba’s This Sacred Life. All are welcome. Register here.


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20s/30s May Happy Hour

Sunday, May 15 at 6 pm

Adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to join our 20s/30s group for Happy Hour on Sunday, May 15 following the 5 pm service at Clinton Hall on East 51st Street (outside in their back patio, weather permitting).


This Sunday's Virtual and In-Person Gatherings


10 am • Youth @ The Center

12:30 pm • Virtual Sermon Talk Back

1:30 pm • Peace Book Club

2 pm • LGBTQ+ Community Brunch

3 pm • Living Christ Sangha

6 pm • 20s/30s May Happy Hour


Newcomers welcome to all groups!

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Living Buddha, Living Christ

Saturdays, May 14-June 18, 10 - 11 am

The Saturday morning discussion group explores

Living Buddha, Living Christ, Thich Nhat Hanh’s

meditation on the connections between Buddha and

Jesus and how the similarities they share can enhance our understanding of the faith traditions they inspired. Register here.


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Virtual Film Screening of Racially Charged: America’s Misdemeanor Problem

Wednesday, May 18 at 7 pm

St. Bart’s is teaming up with interfaith partners across New York for a virtual film screening and panel discussion that will provide an overview of why so many innocent people plead guilty to misdemeanors and the proposed "Challenging Wrongful Convictions Act." We hope you will join us to learn more about this abuse of power rooted in our country's history of racial injustice. Register here. 


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Crossroads’ Together Again

Spring Benefit: A Chef’s Tasting Brunch

Saturday, May 21, 12:30 pm - 3 pm

Join Crossroads at Inside Park restaurant for a

delectable tasting brunch created by master chefs

Peter Betz of the New York Hilton Midtown, and Ruben Ruggier of the Intercontinental New York Barclay. Click here to learn more, donate and become an sponsor.


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Bishop's Visitation

On Sunday, May 22, the Right Reverend Mary D. Glasspool, Bishop Assistant of the Episcopal Diocese of New York, will visit St. Bart's. She will preside and preach at our 9 and 11 am services and speak at The Forum at 10 am. At the 11 am service, Bishop Glasspool will confirm members of St. Bart’s, receive members of St. Bart’s into the Episcopal Church, and offer members of St. Bart’s the opportunity to reaffirm their baptismal vows.


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The Forum: Bishop Mary Glasspool

Sunday, May 22 at 10 am

The Right Reverend Mary Glaspool, Bishop Assistant of the Episcopal Diocese of New York, reflects on what it means to be a Christian and an Episcopalian in the contemporary moment.


Please post your questions for our speaker in the YouTube or Facebook comments section or email the Reverend Peter D. Thompson, Vicar, at pthompson@stbarts.org.



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St. Bartholomew’s Conservancy Gala Organ Concert

Tuesday, May 24 at 7 pm

St. Bartholomew’s Conservancy presents a Gala Organ Concert with The Philadelphia Orchestra and features the monumental St. Bart’s pipe organ. The concert will be led by the celebrated conductor, David Robertson, and spotlights Organist Paolo Bordignon, and Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, courtesy of The Metropolitan Opera. Proceeds will benefit the restoration of the St. Bart’s West Facade, including the magnificent Triple Portal. For tickets and information, please visit: stbconservancy.org.


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Eastertide Classes:




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Women in the Bible Part 2

Tuesdays, May 31, and June 7, 7 - 8 pm

What was life like for women in biblical times? Why do we hear so little about women in our Bible stories? In this four-class series led by the Reverend Meredith Ward, we will explore what the stories of women in the Bible have to tell us, and consider the parts of their stories that the Bible leaves out. All are welcome.

Register here.


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Summer Explore Class (Online)

Wednesdays, June 8, 15, 22 from 6 - 7 pm

This three-week series for newcomers offers an introduction to the Episcopal Church and an orientation our community at St. Bart’s. The next Explore Class will be held on Wednesday nights, June 8, 15, and 22 on Zoom. Register here. 



Parent's Circle: Wind Down Wednesday

Wednesdays at 8:15 pm

All parents and guardians of children and teens are invited to gather with the Reverend Zack Nyein Wednesday nights on Zoom. Grab a favorite beverage and come for a relaxed time of fellowship, reflection and support at the close of day. We will frame our conversations using Amelia Richardson's book, The Hopeful Family: Raising Resilient Children in Uncertain Times, which you are encouraged but not required to read. Learn more at St. Bart's Kid's.


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Kyler Simon Composition Featured on WQXR

Congratulations to youth group member and longtime chorister Kyler Simon! WQXR in partnership with the New York Philharmonic is showcasing music by seven extraordinary young composers, including Kyler. Participants in the NYP's Very Young Composers program are all in Grades 8-11. The compositions are performed by the O Kwarteto string quartet and were recorded at The Greene Space at WQXR. Learn about Kyler and listen to the recordings here.


Ongoing Opportunities



Weekly Bible Study: On hiatus this week, returns on May 25.

St. Bart’s Night Prayer: Each weekday evening at 8:30 pm via Zoom.

Centering Prayer:  Fridays at 9 am.

Forward Together: 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month at 6 pm. A support group for people who are experiencing job insecurity. 



St. Bart's Community Preschool News

St. Bart's Preschool is very happy to announce that Playgroup will resume for the 2022-2023 school year! The Playgroup provides a time and place for toddlers to gather with a parent or caregiver for their first school experience. Enrollment into Playgroup is on a first-come, first-serve basis and space is limited! Please visit our website for more information or contact Mary Ponce at 212-378-0238 or mponce@stbarts.org.


Registration is Open for Summer Camp

Summer Camp at St. Bart’s offers something for everyone ages two through six! Every day campers ages three to six learn how to swim onsite in our indoor heated pool! All of our campers ages two through six, participate in a variety of activities which include sports in the full-sized gymnasium, outdoor play on the rooftop, arts and crafts, dance and movement, and free play in the classroom! Learn more.



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Last Sunday, May 8 -- The Fourth Sunday of Easter

Livestream of the 11 am Service

Sermon by Casey Lamb

Photo Gallery


A Celebration of the Life of Millie Brinn

Thursday, May 12




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