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November 3- November 12, 2023 | |
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This Sunday we'll celebrate the Feast of All Saints, with baptisms at 11:00 and Evensong at 5:30. On All Saints we remember all of the saints of the church, known and unknown. But of course we are not simply honoring a whole host of exemplary people for their own sake. Part of why we remember them is captured in the almost child-like hymn, I sing a song of the saints of God: "I sing a song of the saints of God, patient and brave and true . . . [the hymn then lists a bunch of professions and stations in life before saying] they were all of them saints of God, and I mean, God helping, to be one too." We remember the saints across time and across professions, partially, so that we might follow their example.
I know that you're too modest to try for sainthood. But then again, modesty is one of the first job requirements for sanctity and none of us does it alone. Come together this Sunday as we renew our commitment to our calling and welcome three new members into the communion of saints in heaven and on earth.
Eric+
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EVENTS THIS WEEKEND | November 4 | |
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Hospitality Team for Evensong
Sign up Below
Our memorable receptions are made possible by a combination of delicious foods and motivated individuals wanting to extend hospitality to all those who walk through our church doors! The Hospitality Committee invites you to make or purchase a finger food or beverage for the Fall Evensong reception immediately following the Evensong service at 5:30 PM, Sunday, November 5.
You may drop off your food items in the River Room kitchen between morning services or after the 11 AM service on November 5. We ask that you deliver your items on disposable serving ware, and we will plate the items for service.
If you prefer to make a monetary donation, please make your check payable to Saint Paul's Church and annotate it for the "Evensong Reception." Questions, contact Eric Friedman.
As always, we also need teams to help set up, serve, and clean up. Please sign up to bring items and/or serve below.
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Fall Floral Arranging Presentation
Saturday, November 4, 9:30 AM, Tyler Hall
Margaret Brown Flowers presents a free
🍁🌻 Fall Floral Arranging Presentation🌻🍁
All women and men of the Church are invited. Margaret will teach us how to make beautiful fall floral arrangements for our home using grocery store flowers. You will leave with a “how to” list. No experience required. Refreshments served. Come join the fun.
Please register. Sponsored by the Flower Guild. For more information contact Pam Uros.
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EVENTS THIS SUNDAY | November 5 | |
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Daylight Saving Time Ends
Daylight Saving Time ends next Sunday. Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you go to bed on Saturday.
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Clergy Discretionary Fund
Your generous non-pledged offerings (cash and designated checks to Fr. Biddy’s discretionary and Rev. Kimberly’s discretionary) on the first Sunday each month support our clergy’s Discretionary Account. These funds are used to meet urgent needs within our community, to further the ministries of the church when other funds are not available, and to support community programs and institutions that serve those in need.
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Sunday Worship Schedule
8 AM Rite I
11 AM Rite II
11 AM Facebook Live
11 AM YouTube Live
5:30 PM - Evensong (This Sunday only)
6:30 PM - Compline + Sit and Wait (Chapel)
All of our Sunday worship services are in-person.
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Biscuits for Breakfast
Sunday, 9:00 AM, Tyler Hall
| Busy morning? Breakfast with your friends at Saint Paul's instead! We've added McDonald's Biscuits to our Continental Breakfast. Donations accepted. | | | |
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The Nursery will be open Sunday, Nov. 5
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursery is open for children 6 months to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available this Sunday morning beginning at 9:30 A M.
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St. Nicholas Choir (age 5 - grade 2)
Canterbury Choir (grades 3-9)
Sundays, 9:25 - 10:00 AM
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The Canterbury Choir (children in grades 3-9) and the St. Nicholas Choir (age 5 through grade 2) will meet this week as scheduled.
If you or any family or friends are interested in the choir program, please email Director of Music, Keith Shafer or call (706) 724-2485 ext. 215.
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The Way of Love
9:30 AM, The Berlin Room
Our series in the Sunday Forum continues: The Reverend Deacon Kimberly Dunn leads The Way of Love.
The Way of Love is a way of life. More than a program or curriculum, it is an intentional commitment to a set of practices. It’s a commitment to follow Jesus: Turn, Learn, Pray, Worship, Bless, Go, Rest. We will learn what this commitment and way of life looks like through loving others as Jesus exemplified and God commands. For more information, contact the Rev. Deacon Kimberly Dunn.
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For All the Saints
Children's Formation (grades pk4-8)
Sunday, 10-10:45 AM
St. Francis' Room, CMC
| This Sunday, we will learn about the saints that came before us and the saints among us. Dress as your favorite saint! At the 11 a.m. service, our saints are invited to process in at the beginning of the service. All children are encouraged to join us around the font for baptisms. For more information contact Kim Butler. | | | |
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Confirmation Classes begin
Sundays, 12:30 PM, Tyler Hall
If you’ve been baptized but not confirmed, or were confirmed elsewhere and now consider the Episcopal Church your home, join us to take the next step of Confirmation or Reception. Confirmation classes are also a wonderful opportunity if you have questions and just want to know more. Signal your interest by emailing Fr. Eric. Classes begin Sunday, October 15, 2023, 12:30 PM.
YOUTH CONFIRMATION:
Students in grades 9-12 who have not been Confirmed are encouraged to contact the clergy to let them know of your interest.
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EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)
Grades 6-12
Sunday, 5-7 PM, Tyler Hall and Youth Room
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We've made a few edits to the fall EYC calendar. This Sunday, EYC will meet at Saint Paul's for food, fun, and formation. Get ready for the games!
For more information, contact Alison Nesbit or The Rev. Deacon Kimberly Dunn .
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Evensong (in place of Celtic Evening Prayer)
Sunday, November 5, 5:30 PM
Reception Following in the River Room
Evensong will be sung by the Saint Paul’s Choir on All Saints’ Sunday, November 5, at 5:30 PM. Music of Heathcoate Statham, George Elvey, and Randall Kempton. A reception follows the service in the River Room.
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Sit and Wait Meditation Group
Sundays, 6:30 PM, Chapel
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Sit and Wait has moved to Sunday night with a new format beginning on September 3, 2023. This service will follow the Celtic Service at 6:30 PM. The format will follow An Order for Compline from the Book of Common Prayer (page 127-135). The focus of the service will be the appointed Rule of Benedict for the Day. At the end of Compline, a twenty-minute sit will follow, and everyone will leave in silence.
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EVENTS NEXT WEEK | November 6 - November 12 | |
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ZOOM Book Study
Tuesdays, 7:30 PM,
Grateful: The Subversive Practice of Giving Thanks led by Barbara Coleman.
“Every day there are reasons not to be grateful. Terrible, distressing, painful, and awful things happen all the time. Yet gratitude is a defiance, of sorts, the defiance of kindness in the face of anger, of connection in the face of division, and of hope in the face of fear. Gratefulness does not acquiesce to evil–it resists evil.”
Books are available in the Narthex on Sunday and in the parish office during the week. $20 donation. Sign up on the website, so that we can forward class schedules and updates.
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Compline - ZOOM
Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM Social time follows worship
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Meeting ID: 595 177 454
Dial-In: (646) 876-9923
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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Mid-Week Eucharist
Thursdays, 11:30 AM
| A mid-week Eucharist in the Chapel begins at 11:30 AM. Lunch in the Berlin Room follows at 12 noon with a weekly Bible study (more information below.) Join us as your schedule allows: Come for Eucharist and lunch, lunch and Bible study, or stay for all three. (So that we may honor mid-day schedules, lunch is scheduled for 15 minutes and will continue through the Bible study conversations.) | | | |
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Lectio at Lunch
Thursdays, 12 Noon, Tyler Hall
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Join us for a delicious and engaging Bible study!
Every Thursday in Tyler Hall you’ll find a lunch combo that can’t be beat! We offer a tasty meal with a generous helping of fellowship, plus a lively discussion arising from the Gospel of Mark. Our text is N.T. Wright’s Mark for Everyone which takes this Gospel in small bites, reflecting on each week’s reading with relevant and important insights. We finish promptly at 1:00 PM and invite you to join us as your schedule allows. You may bring your own lunch or share in the meal provided. Donations accepted.
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Meet Saint Paul's
Children grades pk4-8
November 12, 10:00 AM
November's Meet Saint Paul's welcomes Carolyn Dolen as our special guest. We will learn about two worship ministries, our Verger and LEM ministries.
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Second Sundays with Creation Care
November 12, 4:30 PM, Berlin Room
This month: Campbell Vaughn, UGA Extension Agent, Agriculture & Natural Resources
Join us for an enlightening discussion with Campbell Vaughn about how we can minimize environmental impacts in our home gardens and learn about the wide-ranging research the UGA Extension is doing in our backyard. We’ll also hear about the many programs that are available to CSRA residents. Come armed with your questions! For more information, contact Jennifer McKee.
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Dates for your Calendar
November 22- Thanksgiving Eve Service
December 3 - First Sunday of Advent
December 3 - Creation Care Tree Sale
December 10 - Creation Care Holiday Wrap Exchange and Party
December 16 - Ordination
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Tuesday's Music Live
November 14, 12 Noon, Nave
Tuesday’s Music Live 35th season continues Tuesday, November 14, at 12 noon, with a free concert by Ronee Boyce, Piano. More information by calling the Box Office, (706) 722-3463 or tuesdaysmusiclive.com.
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Senior Lunch at Saint Paul's
November 15, 12 Noon, Tyler Hall
New at Saint Paul's: Our 3rd monthly lunch for seniors. Just a relaxing social time. Come join us on Wednesday, November 15 at 12 Noon in Tyler Hall. Lunch is provided but donations welcome. Please sign up in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or on our website using the link below.
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Manna Pantry
Saturday, November 18, 8:15-11:30 AM
Tyler Hall and West Parking Lot
We’re looking for extra hands for our next Manna Pantry which coincides with the Walk for Water, Saturday, November 18, 8:15-11:30 AM in Tyler Hall.
Manna Pantry provides a box of food six times a year to those in our community who need this supplemental assistance. With your help we will unload the groceries from Golden Harvest, pack food boxes, reload the truck, and deliver all food boxes on Saturday. Sign up for the Manna Pantry Team using the link below. For more information contact Melissa Friedman .
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Walk for Water
November 18, 2023, 9 AM
CSRA Walk for Water returns this year and once again Saint Paul's is the midway point of the walk. We're excited to support this event and invite you to join this important work. More information can be found on our website here.
The Walk for Water puts a creative twist on the typical “fundraising walk.” On the morning of Saturday, November 18, we expect six hundred people to walk, carrying empty buckets, from the SRP Park baseball field in North Augusta to Saint Paul’s parking lot by the River Walk, where they will fill their buckets and begin the return trek along the river. This walk connects us with the trek billions make every single day to carry home untreated water for basic subsistence.
You can support this event by creating a walking team, volunteering to serve as hospitality at Saint Paul's, or giving to our team. For more information contact Elisabeth Price.
This year provides an extra challenge: Manna Pantry will also be working Nov. 18, so extra hands will be very welcome!
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OTHER RESOURCES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS | |
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The new Day by Day issue for November, December, and January has arrived and is available in the Narthex. If you would like to have one mailed to you, please contact Hannah in the parish office. Forward Day by Day is a booklet of daily, "page-a-day," inspirational meditations each reflecting on a specific Bible passage from the daily lectionary readings of the Episcopal Church. The meditations are rich in substance and offer a wide range of witness and experiences. These meditations are also available online on the Forward Movement website. | | | |
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Saint Paul's Faithfulness
as of 11/1/2023
Offerings Pledged this Week $13,942.31
Pledged Offerings Received this Week $16,993.90
Total Operating Expenses to Date $832,802.76
Total Income Received to Date $888,714.05
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