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E-NewsSt. Paul’s
Episcopal Church of Wilmington, North Carolina
December 11, 2013
The Third Sunday of Advent Isaiah 35:1-10 Canticle 15 James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11
(New items are marked in RED)
CHOIR PRACTICETonight, Wednesday, December 11, 7:30 p.m. in the choir room.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN (ST. AGNES GUILD)Tonight, Wednesday, December 11, 6:00 p.m. the St. Agnes/ECW evening group will meet next door to the Godly Play room. Topic: Homecoming. For further info, please contact Joan Rosko Miller at [email protected].
SUMMARY OF VESTRY MEETING - NOV. 20, 2013Treasurer’s Report: The Vestry approved an operating budget for 2013 in compliance with diocesan canons. The Endowment Committee will be asked to provide funds for new ministry initiatives and specific capital improvements not covered by the operating budget. Our new financial secretary, Carrie Skipper, began work on November 16.
Junior Warden’s Report: Signage has been installed directing people to the double doors at the handicap ramp as St. Paul’s main entrance during the week. The exterior light highlighting the rose window above the altar is repaired. Repairs on the Market Street entrance into the church are completed.
Neighborhood Groups: Ron Morgan reported his progress in reforming the neighborhood groups.
The Outreach Ministry Fair was a success this year, with several leaders of community agencies present to share information about their work. Ed Ablard was commended for the excellent event. A presentation was made by Bill Farris on Burnt Mill Creek. The Vestry considered the creek as an environmental focus for St. Paul’s. Bill was requested to formulate some first steps of involvement.
Rector’s Report: A recap of the past month was given reflecting many activities: Newcomer Dinner, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Youth Scavenger Hunt, Massing of the Colors, Stop Hunger Now, and more. Average Sunday attendance is 140. Wednesday 12:10 service continues to have an average of 15 attendees. Dena Bearl met with representatives of Wilmington Interfaith. After a tour of the buildings and discussion with them and the Vestry, it is agreed that St. Paul’s will continue to support Grace United Methodist in this ministry of hosting families who need shelter.
ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION(Every Sunday 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. in the parish hall)
During Advent we are going to examine and discuss ways in which we can prepare ourselves for the Christ child to come into our homes, hearts and lives.
SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH9:30 a.m. – 4 th grade through 12 th grade come to Youth Room on second floor, up the GREEN stairs by the kitchen. Will divide into groups.
10:15 a.m. – Pre-school through 3 rd grade – Godly Play classroom on second floor, up the RED stairs.
CHILD CARE NEEDEDWe are looking for child care volunteers. Anyone who is 13 years of age or older and enjoys young children is welcome. If you have an interest in helping or need further info, please contact Diana Wallace at [email protected] of (910) 256-3507 or Catherine White at [email protected] or (910) 619-2819.
EARLY BIRD BIBLE STUDYJoin us Tuesday mornings 6:45-7:45 a.m. – The book Four Gospels, One Jesus? will guide our study of the gospels. Led by Dena Bearl. Please join us! Bring your Bible and an open mind.
ADVENT DINNER & PROGRAMWednesday, December 18
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
This I Believe is an international organization engaging people in writing and sharing essays describing the core values that guide their daily lives. Over 100,000 of these essays, written by people from all walks of life, can be found on their website.
Sign up for our Advent Dinner to enjoy fellowship and a program presented by Dena Bearl and members of our congregation about their core beliefs about the meaning of Advent & Christmas.
A homemade meal will be prepared by Betty Richardson. Suggested donation for dinner: $8 per person or $20 per family.
A sign-up sheet is in the parish hall, or call the church office at (910) 762-4578 or email the church office at [email protected].
CHRISTMAS CAROLINGJoin us for Christmas caroling on Sunday, December 22, 4:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s. Carolers are invited to Ed Ablard’s and Alix Dorr’s home afterwards for refreshments.
FOOD FOR THE POOR“To the St. Paul Episcopal Church Family:
Food For the Poor wishes to thank you for the welcome you extended Father Moulton on his recent visit to your parish.
On behalf of our less fortunate brothers and sisters of Latin America and the Caribbean, we thank you for having shared in their lives. They, and you, are blessed by your generosity.
In Christ,The Food For The Poor Family”
YOGA CLASSYoga class will resume on Friday, December 13, at 9:45 a.m. Everyone is invited to participate. For further info, please contact Peg at [email protected].
THE SOURCEThe Source has temporarily moved to the Library to display the many treasures for purchase. There are beautiful bows for your wreaths and gifts, stocking stuffers and lovely ornaments, just to name a few. Be sure to stop in and see all the wonderful items. All profits go to our church. Hours are every Sunday from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
RED WAGON FOR MOTHER HUBBARD’S CUPBOARDDecember shopping needs are: All types of canned fruits, vegetables and soups.
WILMINGTON INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK (WIHN)
St. Paul’s will be the Interfaith support church for Grace United Methodist on Tuesday, January 21, and Thursday, January 23, 2014. Volunteers are needed for the following: cooks, overnight hosts, drivers and people to provide breakfast and lunch. A sign-up sheet for volunteers will be posted in the parish hall.
TheSoutheastern
OratorioSociety
Larry D. Cook, conductor
presents
A Christmas Concert
❅Monday, Dec. 16, 2013, 7:30 p.m.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Wilmington, NC
❅
Cantata 142 For Us a Child is Born J.S. Bach Cantata on From Heaven High I Come to You F. Mendelssohn
Gloria in D Antonio Vivaldi
Admission Free
TALLIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRAThe Tallis Chamber Orchestra will present the 4th annual Baroque Christmas Concert at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 16 North 16th Street, Monday, December 23, 7:30 pm. The event will benefit the Good Shepherd Center of Wilmington, NC. The concert will feature soprano, Sara Westermark and music by Arcangelo Corelli, Guiseppe Valentini, Christoph Bernhard, Henry Purcell along with traditional carols. The concert is free with donations accepted for the Good Shepherd Center. Please contact Philip Singleton (910) 620-7207 for more info. (See attached flyer.)
A “HELLO” FROM DRAZENKA“Hi St. Paul's people,
We moved to Natick, MA and there is everything we need if we can only find it. We go to the Home Depot almost every day while fixing and adjusting shower rods, etc. The living room will require new furniture since nothing that we brought matches it. My Dad is busy with assembling things and Mom is figuring out the kitchen where we need more cabinets to store food.
The Central street is the churches and fire fighters all lined one after another. The Episcopalian church is called St. Paul's. I’m sending you a picture of the local St. Paul's church. St. Patrick Catholic church is right across the street from St. Paul's.
Hope you are doing great. I'll send more news soon.
Drazenka”
St. Paul’s Church in Natick, MA
St. Mark’s church feeding the homeless with volunteers from St. Paul’s on Nov. 30!
MINISTRY SCHEDULE ON NEXT PAGE…
MINISTRY SCHEDULEMinistry Schedule – December 15
8:00 Lay Ministers Larry WrightBreakfast Chefs David Tousignant, Bill Anlyan
Altar Guild
Group 3Joann SummeyAnne FreelingGlenn Davis
Bread Bakers Jim EdwardsChildcare Diana Wallace
Flower Guild Don Baker
GreetersPat & John Whitehead
Clare ParsonsBob & Sandy Belaustegui
Hospitality BlueIntercessor Alice Calder
10:30Lay Ministers
Herb Gant; VergerMatt King
Harriet FowlerCleve Callison
Kathryn HedgepethCheryl Brainard
Keith Calder, Assisting LMUshers Don Bobo, Mark TedescoVestry Virginia Chiarello
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS AND MUSIC
If you would like to give FLOWERS and/or MUSIC donations for CHRISTMAS, please fill in the following and place in the offertory plate or bring to the church office NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15.
GIVEN BY:________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:_________________________________________________________________
PHONE NUMBER:__________________________________________________________
IN MEMORY OF:___________________________________________________________
IN THANKSGIVING FOR:___________________________________________________
DONATION (circle): FLOWERS MUSIC
AMOUNT$_____________ CASH CHECK#________DATE:________________________
