Jesus and the Ten Lepers, James Tissot, French, 1836-1902, Brooklyn Museum

The Reverend Kip Ashmore, Celebrant

Deacon Mark Klamer, Homily

October 9

Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost

+The Holy Eucharist+

Rite I 8 a.m. | Rite II 10 a.m.

Masks are optional.

8:30 - 11:30 a.m. - child care in the nursery.

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite One

9:00 a.m. - Choir Rehearsal | Confirmation/Reception Class

9:15 - Adults - Morning Prayer & conversation in Pearson Hall

10:00 a.m. - Church School, Lower Level

10 a.m. service in person & streamed via Facebook Live.

Coffee hour and survey discussion following the service

Sunday Readings

• 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c
• Psalm 111
• 2 Timothy 2:8-15
• Luke 17:11-19

During October, Stewardship Month, Deacon Mark Klamer will be asking us to be thinking about stewardship versus generosity and their relationship to being faithful, grateful, and obedient to our Christian values. He began with last Sunday's homily (link) and will continue through the next three Sundays in October. Stewardship month will come to closure on Sunday, November 9, when parishioners will be asked to place their pledge in the collection plate to be blessed. 

An excerpt from the Deacon's last Sunday's homily: "Our faith, our life in God, is not a hobby. We are created for a life with and in God through our lord and saviour Jesus Christ. That’s true in the fullness of time, but why wait? We are created for that abundant, joyful, life in Christ . . . right now. 

If that’s true, and it is, the only sane response is to give first to this prime directive. To give first fruits of our time, our talent and our treasure. 

This is what I want, hope and pray for us this month. That we give of our first fruits, that we steward our resources, and that we find it thrilling."

Make Your Offering!

• Online: standrews-edwardsville.com/stewardship/
• Mail: Send your check to St. Andrew's Treasurer, at 406 Hillsboro Avenue, Edwardsville 62025.

UTO Fall Ingathering Ends October 9

UTO envelopes are available in the Narthex. Parishioners wishing to contribute may also mail to the office checks payable to St. Andrew’s with UTO in the memo line or make an online contribution.

The Week of October 9

• Today, October 9 at 11:15 a.m. - parish meeting, discussion of surveys.
• Monday through Friday - Daily 8 a.m. morning prayer and 5:30 p.m. evening prayer in the chapel.
• Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. - Charlie's Lunch Bunch at Sugo's.
• Friday - 7 a.m. - AA Meeting in Pearson Hall.

Looking Ahead

• Sunday, October 16, 11:15 a.m., Vestry meeting in the nave
• Sunday, October 16 - Relay for Life Book Sale at Parkfest
• Friday, October 21, 3 p.m., Diocesan Music Workshop
• Friday & Saturday, October 21-22, Synod Meeting, Diocese of Springfield
• Sunday, October 23, 11:15 a.m., second all parish meeting re surveys.
• Saturday, October 29, community Halloween Walk.
• Thursday & Friday, November 4 - 5 - Fall Book Fair

Surveys:  After the 10 a.m. service, there will be a congregational meeting to review and discuss the results of the Parish Life survey that was completed last month. The Vestry will use the information from the survey, and from the meetings, in identifying and calling our next Rector. All members are encouraged to attend the meeting, even if they did not complete the surveys. A second meeting is planned for October 23, to accommodate people who may not be able to attend tomorrow.

[Note: Watch for an email later today with a link to the Parish Life survey data document. Bring your phone or another device to tomorrow's meeting to reference the survey items.]

The information from the "Clergy Characteristics" survey is still being prepared in a final format, and may not be available for discussion tomorrow. However, we plan to have that information by the date of the second meeting, and the results will be made available to members of the Parish. 

Edwardsville Halloween Walk:

St. Andrew's is registered as a participating organization in the Edwardsville Halloween Walk, to be held at the City Park (Library), on Saturday, October 29, from 10:00 to noon. We have participated for each of the last two years, and have found that it is a good way to bring the Parish to the attention of the community. As in past years, we are asking parishioners to contribute Halloween candy. A basket for that purpose has been placed in the Narthex.

We are also looking for volunteers to staff the display. Setting up the display/tables takes about twenty minutes, with somewhat less time for take-down. The entire time commitment is about 3 1/2-4 hours. We currently have four members volunteering; it would be nice to have two or three more. Please contact me if you are interested. 

Blessing of the Animals:

The Blessing of the Animals last Sunday went well, with good behavior being exhibited by members of all species. Thirteen people and seven dogs were in attendance. Thanks to Father Boase for officiating. 

 Kevin Babb, Senior Warden

Senior Warden's Meeting with the Parish: October 3 Zoom Meeting Summary

Jane Weingartner requested that the Vestry find a cadre of volunteers to report attendance at the 10 a.m. service. This had been the responsibility of the ushers prior to COVID.

The church’s five-year lease of the office copier is coming to an end. Marian Smithson was in contact with a Marco representative who suggested extending the lease 2 to 3 years and adjusting it for the decreased volume of copies being produced (1200 pages/month as opposed to 2500 pages/month earlier).

Marilyn Strangeman indicated she prints 85 bulletins/week on 8 x 14 inch paper. She/Marian recommended the next paper order should be around Thanksgiving.

Several boxes of books have been cluttering the office by the second-floor elevator for months. Kevin agreed to ask Fr. Ben whether he knows anything about them. A notice about them will also appear in the newsletter.

Marian Smithson told Senior Warden Babb that she wanted to give parishioners an update on how Fr. Ben is faring at Nashotah House. Kevin said he has been in touch with Fr. Ben and he is enjoying his work. Fr. Ben hasn’t been able to find a home to purchase so is living on campus.

Carl Slaughter reported on several matters. He has ordered a lock for the dumpster, which should be installed this week and will add $10 to the monthly bill for trash pickup. He anticipates having multiple sets of keys, which will be available to the sextons and parishioners. He also reported on several of the repairs that were in last week's newsletter.

Edwardsville Halloween Walk in City Park on

Saturday, October 29

St. Andrew's will be participating in the Community Candy Walk on Saturday, October 29, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The Walk takes place in City Park (adjoining the Edwardsville Library). Trick-or-treaters will move through the park collecting goodies from local businesses and non-profits. As a participant, we will need a supply of candy, possibly 1000 pieces, to hand out. Please consider volunteering to pass out candy or, at minimum, donate candy. A collection basket will be in the narthex on Sundays and near the elevator during the week. Let Kevin Babb know if you can help at our site on Saturday or email info@standrews-edward. Here's to a Happy Halloween!  

Support Parish Ministries

Become a Lector/Reader

Are you interested in becoming a lector/reader for Sunday services? Parishioners approved to serve as readers are scheduled about three weeks in advance of each quarter. Each lector tells Marilyn Strangeman, who prepares the schedule, their available dates for the upcoming quarter then he/she receives a detailed schedule that indicates the services at which he/she will read the lessons and psalm. The lessons and psalm for each service are cited in the schedule. No ministry license is required for this ministry.

Lectors do not need to vest/dress when they serve in this capacity and usually just step forward from their seats in the pews to read from the pulpit. Persons interested in serving as lectors should contact Deacon Mark. Marilyn Strangeman can also answer questions regarding service as a lector but approval of those serving as Lectors must come from the Senior Warden and Deacon Mark.

Good Samaritan House Thanks St. Andrew’s and Increases Services to Families in Need

Recent parish donations to Good Samaritan House were very appreciated. Service to homeless mothers and children by Good Samaritan increased in the 2022 fiscal year over 2021 fiscal-year totals. The number of mothers served grew from 34 to 49, while the number of children served increased from 33 to 94. St. Andrew’s generosity and confidence in the work of Good Samaritan helped make this possible.

These figures and the excerpts below are from a thank you note from Executive Director Angela Barnes, a portion of which is below.

• "Thank you for your generous giving of the much-needed supplies to Good Samaritan House. The supplies were very timely as we currently have a full house! Your donation is very important to us as it allows us to further our mission to provide a place of refuge, healing, and strength while enriching the lives of mothers and their children who are facing the challenges of homelessness….
• Good Samaritan House is much more than a shelter. We offer referrals to counseling, housing support, life skills, parenting support and guidance. Thank you for helping families make a fresh start."

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, October 2

Thanks to Fr. Boase for blessing our animal friends this past Sunday and complementing all at St. Andrew's, including our furry family members, for good behavior!

Parish News and Notes

• Saint Andrew's has received a detailed obituary for Sarah Turner from her son, George. It indicates that the initial service for Sarah will take place in California but in the spring a service will occur at St. Andrew's with burial in Edwardsville following. Click here to read the full obituary.

• Habitat for Humanity is seeking volunteers to help with a fundraiser chicken dinner at the Edwardsville Moose Lodge on October 16, 10 to 4. Signup online here or call Todd at 618-560-9646.

• Glen-Ed Pantry: The Pantry needs donations of cleaning supplies and personal care products as well as other items. Items can be placed in the basket in the foyer of Pearson Hall, across from the soda machine.