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The Parish of St. Paul’s on the GreenA PROGRESSIVE, DIVERSE PARISH OF THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OFFERING
A RADICAL WELCOME TO ALL!
The Second Sunday of Advent – December 7, 2014
Changing and Being ChangedThe chaos and pain in our world is everywhere. It is both global and local. Ferguson, Staten Island, Syria, W. Africa – places where our brokenness, humanity’s brokenness is front and center. Places where persons hurt one another, where they are ravaged by illness or neglect, by the inequity of “the system” or the lack of dignity that is the God-given right of every human. It is into this world, our world, that Isaiah the Prophet and John the Baptist come this morning. And both are calling us to change our attitudes and actions, to evaluate our priorities, to alter our course, to prepare for the coming of Jesus.
Change is never easy, on any level. We humans like the security of the familiar. Yet change is something God seems to like, something God is always about, and always calling us to.
Can we affect change in the world? Can we be changed? Yes, say both John and Isaiah. Check our attitudes, our prejudices and align them with God’s priorities of love and justice and equality for all of God’s children.
Hard work, for sure. And yet most easily done in community, working with our brothers and sisters here at St. Paul’s to change the world and be changed by God. We’re glad you’re among us today. Welcome!
About Our WorshipIf you are here for the first time today, welcome! The style of our worship is Anglo-Catholic which draws upon ancient liturgical practices of the Christian Church. You’ll see graceful ritual and colorful vestments, hear chant and wonderful music, and even smell a little incense. We try not to make our worship stuffy or stodgy and, so, you might see our acolytes in sandals or sneakers! We hope that you will come
away refreshed and renewed – and that you’ll return often!
PhonesPlease turn them off.
Holy CommunionAll are welcome to receive the Holy Eucharist – toddlers, children, people of faith and those unsure of their direction, without regard to politics, race or orientation.Consecrated grape juice is available in the glass chalices.
KneelingThe majority of our congregation observes the ancient position of standing for prayer. Kneeling cushions are available in the back of the church.
ChildrenChildren through 3 years of age are welcome to find a safe space for play in the Nursery, which is staffed from 8:45AM to 12:15PM.
The Chapel of the Angels, located on the right side of the church, a safe and quiet space for infants and toddlers with their parents. “Busy bags” are available in the back of the church.
Children’s Sermon ActivityChildren ages 4-7 are invited to gather in the center aisle near the main door to listen to the Gospel and then follow the adult leader to the Guild Room where they will participate in a special worship activity.
They will return to the church at the Passing of the Peace.
RestroomsThrough double doors on left aisle, downstairs, and also in the Warner Center.
This WeekSunday, December 7 – Advent 28:45AM Nursery Care available until
12:15PM
9:00AM Solemn Eucharist10:10AM Adult Forum, SHR * 10:10AM Sunday School, WC #1 & #2 10:10AM Holiday Market, CHH *10:10AM Coffee Hour, PH 11:00AM Solemn Eucharist12:00PM Holiday Market, CHH *12:10PM Coffee Hour, PH5:00PM Advent Procession of Lessons &
Carols *9:00PM Compline
Monday, December 8Office Closed -- No 12:00PM Holy
Eucharist today9:30AM Staff Advent Retreat, off-site *
Tuesday, December 912:00PM Prayer Shawl Ministry, GR6:00PM Simple, Sung Eucharist 6:30PM Adult Forum: Meditations on
Isaiah, SHR *
Wednesday, December 1011:30AM Holy Eucharist, LC
Thursday, December 1110:00AM ElderHouse Service, off-site 6:00PM Celtic Eucharist
Saturday, December 139:30AM Vestry Meeting, GR 10:00AM Baptismal Prep Class, WC #4
Sunday, December 14 – Advent 38:45AM Nursery Care available until
12:15PM
9:00AM Solemn Eucharist10:10AM Adult Forum, SHR * 10:10AM Sunday School, WC #1 & #2 10:10AM Coffee Hour, PH 11:00AM Solemn Eucharist12:10PM Coffee Hour, PH9:00PM Compline
CHH – Chittim-Howell House; GR – Guild Room;LC – Lady Chapel; PH – Parish Hall; N – Nursery;
WC – Warner Center; SHR – St. Hilda Room* see inside for more details
Today’s LiturgyPrayers for the Episcopal Diocese of ConnecticutChrist Church, Bethany; St. Thomas’, Bethel; Christ Church, Bethlehem; Old St. Andrew’s, Bloomfield; The Bishops’ Fund for Children; all ministries for children at risk
Please consider including these persons in your prayers throughout the week
Prayers for HealingBill Carleen Dorothea EvaJennifer Johnny Mary CatherineMichael Steve Christine KevinJohn Bob Elizabeth DianaGeorge Robbo Barbara CamillaSusan Deneb Kaitlyn KittyNiles Henry Phoebe NancyAmanda Chris Frank BettyDoris Tom Charlie Kim
Prayers for BirthdaysDoris Smith (12/8)Darien Beyers (12/8)Audrey Cozzarin (12/9)
Mia DeJaeger (12/10)Hunter Slink (12/11)Carmine Magnoli (12/12)
If you have a birthday or anniversary which is not listed, please be in touch with Anne Watkins – [email protected] – so that we can update our records.
Altar Flowers – Advent Greens & the Presence Lamp
During Advent, the church is adorned with seasonal greens instead of flowers. Donations for Christmas flowers are welcome throughout Advent and will be posted for the Christmas services.
The Presence Lamp is the candle that burns continuously before the reserved sacrament in the Lady Chapel. Suggested donation is $10 per week. Call (203.847.2806) or email the parish office ([email protected]) to reserve your week for either.
ComplineA 20-minute candlelit service of Gregorian chant with prayers. Peaceful, private, meditative.
Pastoral Care
If you or a family member is seriously ill or in the hospital, our clergy and Pastoral Care Team would like to support you. Please contact Mother Kalemkerian at (203) 536-9259 or Lilian Revel at (203) 858-1243.
Why am I asked to make a Pledge?
♦ To allow you to partner with God in the sacred work of reconciliation, healing, and restoration in the world.
♦ To invest in the important work of this radically welcoming faith community.
♦ To help ensure that St. Paul’s will continue to be here for you and those not yet here.
♦ Because we are an inclusive community and we want everyone to have a place at God’s Table and enjoying the gift of giving.
♦ God has blessed us with your presence. Please bless us with your generosity.
No pledge is too small. No pledge is too large.
Music Notes
Handel’s great oratorio Messiah hardly needs any introduction or explanation. For nearly two and a half centuries this incomparable work has stirred millions of listeners with its thrilling choruses and brilliant arias. This morning, to
celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent, we are treated to the opening chorus, “And the glory of the Lord”. In the order of Messiah, however, a soloist is the first voice heard, taking the role of John the Baptist. Both the sublime recitative “Comfort ye, my people” and the dazzling aria “Ev’ry valley” are sung this morning by our own tenor virtuoso, Eric Barry.
Hosting Coffee Hour All of us share in the hospitality provided to ourselves and our guests. You may sign up for a particular week on the sheets at Sign-Up Central in the Parish Hall or wait to be assigned. Each household is asked to offer refreshments twice each quarter.
Next Week’s (12/14 – Donuts & Cheese /Crackers) Refreshments provided by: Kathy Apy, Heather & Victor Autore, Margaritta Baldie, Yvonne Baldie-Cotterell, Christopher & Lisa Barlett, Sherrie & Bill Beke, Patricia Bello, Leona Bissonette, Stephanie Boccuzzi, Gisella Foster, Erika Kitano, Gerry Krom & Greg Sheehan, Diana & Cliff Lea, Rob & Alex Marino, Dave & Jennifer Scarozza, Katherine Watt, Liz Wernqvist, Sara Bennett Wolfe
News and Upcoming EventsAdvent Procession of Lessons & Carols – Today at 5:00PM
A wonderful musical tradition featuring the music of Palestrina, Byrd, Distler, Taverner, Bruckner, Williams, Hallock, and Hancock.
A reception follows in the Parish Hall.
Adult Forum – Today at 10:10AM in the Saint Hilda Room Week # 2 in a 3-week series to look at some aspects of the seasons’ music, led by Peter Thompson. This morning will be a look at the Stories of Christmas Hymns Next week: King’s College, Cambridge: Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
Weeknight Adult Forum: Meditations on the “5th Gospel” – the Book of Isaiah – Tuesdays at 6:30PM
A 3-week series that provides a bit of quiet amid the sometimes chaotic seasonal preparations, led by Lilian Revel. Participants will read portions of the Book of Isaiah, examine parallels and major themes and meditate in the style
of Lecto Divina Those attending may also wish to worship at the 6:00PM Simple Sung Eucharist prior to the forum.
Doing Christmas Differently! An alternative way to give gifts that makes a real difference in our world! This year, we’re partnering with Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services (IRIS) to help sponsor a family. Choose an ornament from the Christmas tree in the Parish Hall and return with the item requested by Sunday,
December 21st and pick up gift cards announcing your gift in honor of someone on your list!
Holiday Market – Thank- You! Thanks to the many volunteers and shoppers who made our 2nd annual Holiday
Market the great success that it was. Kudos to organizers Ginny Green, Susan Leggitt, and Scott Kuykendall on a job well
done!
Seabury Academy of Music and the Arts - a 501(c)(3) corporation resident at St. Paul’s dedicated to promoting music and the arts within St. Paul’s and the wider Norwalk community, with its own separate finances and no strain on the church budget.
ARTWorks on the Green: The Gallery’s current Show: "Small Joys" is a retrospective of smaller works by some favorite artists from this and past years. The show runs through January 2.
Concert Series: Looking ahead, you’ll want to save Sunday, January 11 for CUATRO PUNTOS – Worldmusic Chamber Ensemble. The suggested donation for this concert is $15.00.
Holiday Cookie Sale – Next Sunday, December 14; 2 sizes available. Home-made, festively wrapped cookie plates, perfect for teacher’s colleagues, friends. Small - $10 / Large - $15; available at Cofee Hour in the Parish Hall.
Stew Leonard’s Cards – With the Christmas holidays upon us, now is a perfect time to support our the St. Paul’s Choristers by purchasing Stew Leonard’s cards for your shopping needs. We receive a percentage on each card sold and there is no additional cost to you since you’d be buying the groceries anyway! Stop by St. Paul’s Central today.
SEASONAL LESSONS & CAROLS -- SAVE THESE DATES
Christmas Lessons & Carols – Sunday, December 21 at 5:00pm featuring the works of Boles, Chilcott, Wood, Woodward, Jacques, and Willcocks.
Epiphany Lessons & Carols – Sunday, January 4 at 5:00pm featuring music by Mendelssohn, Titcomb, non Papa, Sjolund, and Cornelius.
Person2Person – Food Pantry Donations This coming week we ask for the Person2Person canned ravioli with a goal of 40 or more cans –
will you help? Donations of recycled plastic and paper bags are requested as well. Many thanks to all who donated over the last week.
THE PARISH OF ST. PAUL’S ON THE GREEN60 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851Chittim-Howell HouseMonday – Friday 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Phone 203-847-2806, Fax [email protected]
WEEKDAY WORSHIPMonday 12 NOON – Holy Eucharist (Sept – July)Tuesday 6PM – Holy Eucharist / Choristers (Sept – May)WEDNESDAY 11:30AM – Holy Eucharist (Year-round)Thursday 6PM – Celtic Eucharist (Sept – July)
CLERGY STAFFThe Reverend Nicholas G. LangRector, [email protected]
ASSOCIATE CLERGYThe Reverend Louise KalemkerianThe Reverend Holley B. Slauson, IIThe Reverend Peter D. Thompson, [email protected]
VESTRY OFFICERS & MEMBERSWardens: Kate Adamson, Jeff KollerTreasurer: Anthony Crisci Clerk: Bob GiolittoMembers: Jeanette Boccuzzi, Matt Brooks, Anthony Crisci, Rod Davis, Bob Giolitto, Ginny Green, Paul Hunter, Lynden Magnoli, Rick Muldowney, Ellie Nardelli, Shannon Spence, Louise Truax
PARISH STAFFDirector of Music: Vincent Edwards
[email protected] Scholar: Jake Street
[email protected] Librarian: Dwayne Best
[email protected] for Member Incorporation Anne Watkins
& Website: [email protected] Care: Louise Kalemkerian
[email protected] Revel
[email protected] Coordinator: Don Sileo
[email protected] Manager: Steve McCay
[email protected]: Ferbian SalkieHistorian Emeritus: Dorothea Williams
SEPTEMBER – JULY
OPEN: WED–FRI: 10AM-3PM, SAT: 10AM-1PM
SUN: 10-11:00AM, 12NOON-1PM
Contact Ginny Green, Gift Buyer, at [email protected] for further information.
9AM & 11AM SOLEMN EUCHARISTSCELEBRANT: (9AM) AND (11AM) Father Nicholas LangCON-CELEBRANT:(11AM) Father Holley SlausonPREACHER: (9AM) AND (11AM) The Reverend Nicholas LangDEACON: (9AM) AND (11AM) The Reverend Peter ThompsonSUBDEACON: (9AM) Patsy Rupp (11AM) Donna LewisMINISTER OF CEREMONIES: (9AM) Steve McCay (11AM) Lilian RevelCHILDREN’S WORSHIP LEADER: (9AM) Rob Marino
(11AM) Valentina CampilloTHURIFER: (9AM) Jeanette Boccuzzi (11AM) Natalie KikkenborgCRUCIFER: (9AM) Hernán Bohórquez (11AM) Christopher TovarSERVERS: (9AM) Rick Muldowney, Susan Murphy
(11AM) Gay Loudon-King, Alan BoothCHALICER: (9AM) Hernán Bohórquez
(11AM) Lilian Revel/Vince EdwardsSACRISTANS: (9AM) Ed Moran (11AM) Jo-Anne SchultzLECTOR: (9AM) Rosemary Dellinger (11AM) Jim SchillingINTERCESSORS: (9AM) Bob Giolitto, Barbara Bancroft, Eric Barry
(11AM) Rod Davis, Lynden Magnoli, Carol BurgessMINISTERS OF HEALING: (9AM): (E) Rosemary Dellinger, Bob Giolitto, Ellie Nardelli (P) Ed Moran, Sherrie Beke, Eileen Moreno(11AM) (E) Lynden Magnoli, Carey Dougherty, Carol Burgess
(P1) Nancy Hill, Ellen Turner, Sandy Bria(P2) David Garlock, Barbara McCabe, Jo-Anne Schultz
USHERS: (9AM) Taber Hamilton, Mary Roman (11AM) Gail Bindley-Taylor, Gisella FosterMINISTERS OF WELCOME: (9 AM) Carol Custus, Bill Murphy
(11AM) Genaro Hathaway, Anne WatkinsSUNDAY SCHOOL: Godly Play: Carey Hahn
Joyful Path: Carol Burgess
COFFEE HOUR (Festive Fare / Pot-Luck): Thank you to those who provided refreshments this week: Meghan Alfen, Julie Ann Alleyne & William Anthony Robson, Maritza Bonilla, Hillary Conley, Carol & James Custus, David Garlock & Greg Semkow, Taber Hamilton, Jennifer Hudson, Kagan Magnoli, Lauren & Bryan McBeth, Eileen Moreno, Susan & Bill Murphy, Fran O’Connor, Megan & Chris Preovolos, Ann Russell, Caitlin & Christopher Sheerhan, Deb & Carleton Slink, Emmeline Ternier, Jane Trehebunko, John Van Keuren, Nancy Vetare, Les & Sussie Walkes, Gabrielle Watson, Barbara Wilcox
ST. PAUL’S CENTRAL: (9AM) Shannon Spence (11AM) Lynden MagnoliCOUNTERS: Diane Drozd, Eileen Moreno, Liz WernqvistALTAR BREAD: Diane DrozdALTAR FLOWERS: Advent GreensPERSON TO PERSON FOOD DELIVERY: Mary Verel
9:00PM COMPLINE
SETUP & LIGHTING/GREETERS: Don Sileo, Rosemary Dellinger
Thank you to all who served and worshiped with us today.
