Even the Dog for Heavenrsquos Sake

APOSTLE The

T he world in which we exist is angry and vituperative Maybe it has always been that

way But to me it just seems worse Nations threaten one another posturing for power Fear evidently makes us distrust almost everyone

In our own nation we remain in the ditch of racism As we came into being as a country we allowed slavery to remain and we continue to be oppressed by the oppression of an entire race of people And that is not the only arena in which fear incites such inappropriate anger and violent behavior

And it is true even for the dog ndash my dog

I take Drake for a walk every day It is good for both of us Except given how much he wants to attack and take down any other dog he sees it is also stressful I am constantly watching looking about for any other dogs so I either can change directions mdash-which is an avoidance tactic or grip his leash even tighter mdash which is an anti-lunging tactic

The other day as I maneuvered around yet another dog I thought about the world we live in and it occurred to me mdash oi vey even the dog is a mess Because the truth is that Drake is always on the look out for another dog to mess with Intentionally he is actively seeking an encounter to take down another one of his own kind

It is exhausting Thankfully we are in a retraining mode I now have some tactics to help him understand that other dogs do not require his aggression Especially when he doesnrsquot even know them It is beginning to work It will take time to retrain his instincts and desire I am a patient person but he is learning that I will not tolerate this kind of behavior

And just to be clear since misery loves company mdash he wants me to tell you that I will not tolerate it at church either mdash from anyone dog or human Nor should any one of us

I read a comic strip the other day called Pearls before Swine Pig was writing a note It said

Dear everyone

Do not be mean

But especially donrsquot be mean to people who are powerless to stop you

Thatrsquos just cruel

So at St Brsquos we will not be cruel It will be one place in this angry and vituperative world where we will love respect and care for one another It will be one place where we will assume that people are good and should be respected because we have (each and every one of us) been created in the image of God and therefore have stunning value It will be one place where God will prevail mercy will be abundant and we will relax trust and enjoy one another Because that is how God will have it mdash for heavenrsquos sake

(Continued on page 2)

And if Drake can learn how to behave better so can we And if we can then the world will have at least one place where Godrsquos Kingdom might just show up on occasion and we do not have to avoid others or have to tighten our grip to be in control Instead Godrsquos grace can control us To do so is certainly for Heavenrsquos sake

And then we can walk out the front door into the world with joy and delight leaving behind our instinct for aggression And in so doing we will be the presence that God desires us to be strong because we

(Continued from page 1)

are empowered to love clear because we know what God requires of us compassionate because we know how much God loves all she has created in herhis image and gracious because we are not afraid to show that love to a world in desperate need of it All for the sake of heaven

Now that will be a glorious walk

mdash Flo Ledyard Rector

Celebrate the Epiphany

Thank you

We celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany on Sunday January 6 at 800 and 1030 am

BCndashAD Shared by Janet Aldrich

T he St Bartholomewrsquos Handbell Choir rehearses on the 1st and 3rd Monday of

the month If you are middle school age or older come and join us for an

exciting year of ringing No prior musical experience is needed Contact Willis

Keeling at 410-947-5507 for more information

And if Drake can learn how to behave better so can we And if we can then the world will have at least one place where Godrsquos Kingdom might just show up on occasion and we do not have to avoid others or have to tighten our grip to be in control Instead Godrsquos grace can control us To do so is certainly for Heavenrsquos sake

And then we can walk out the front door into the world with joy and delight leaving behind our instinct for aggression And in so doing we will be the presence that God desires us to be strong because we

(Continued from page 1)

are empowered to love clear because we know what God requires of us compassionate because we know how much God loves all she has created in herhis image and gracious because we are not afraid to show that love to a world in desperate need of it All for the sake of heaven

Now that will be a glorious walk

mdash Flo Ledyard Rector

Celebrate the Epiphany

Thank you

We celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany on Sunday January 6 at 800 and 1030 am

BCndashAD Shared by Janet Aldrich

T he St Bartholomewrsquos Handbell Choir rehearses on the 1st and 3rd Monday of

the month If you are middle school age or older come and join us for an

exciting year of ringing No prior musical experience is needed Contact Willis

Keeling at 410-947-5507 for more information

BCndashAD Shared by Janet Aldrich

T he St Bartholomewrsquos Handbell Choir rehearses on the 1st and 3rd Monday of

the month If you are middle school age or older come and join us for an

exciting year of ringing No prior musical experience is needed Contact Willis

Keeling at 410-947-5507 for more information

Singing at St Brsquos by Ted Davis

D o you know someone who likes to sing

St Bartholomewrsquos is a dynamic singing community and the choirs of St Bartholomewrsquos especially embody the joy and fellowship that flourishes in a group that treasures singing together And the chances that you know someone who would benefit from learning about these groups are probably better than you think

Do you know an older youth or adult who likes to sing

The St Bartholomew Choir offers a variety of participation opportunities including short-term opportunities Regardless of your skill level or experience with choirs there is a place in the choir for you

The next short-term opportunity begins in January with practices on Thursday evenings and culminating with a Choral Evensong

service on a Sunday afternoon in late February or early March Tell someone you know who loves to sing about this fun opportunity We would love to hear from them (Information e-mail tedstbs-mdorg or speak to someone in a black robe)

Do you know a young person who loves to sing (Child or younger youth K through 8th grade)

The St Bartholomewrsquos Choristers always welcomes any young singer (or aspiring singer) to visit during any of our Sunday practices (beginning at around noon following the 1030 service) Choristers is a dynamic group with varying levels of music skills Not only do

children and youth learn music and build community but also learn essential singing and leadership skills all in a welcoming and encouraging environment

Also tell the young music lover you know about Choristers Bootcamp coming in January This is a fun-filled day of singing games pizza and ice cream Watch the weekly ldquoWhatrsquos Happeningrdquo for updates coming soon For more Information e-mail tedstbs-mdorg

mdash Ted is Organist and Choirmaster

Vestry Highlights

A t their December 18 2018 meeting the Vestry

Reviewed the budget process and a draft budget for 2019

Heard a Project Jigsaw update

Passed resolutions required according to by-laws to operate until the 2019 budget is passed

Heard an update on Children and Youth Ministry Programs

Received an update on continuing conversation regarding diversity and inclusion planning with the Gospel Justice Committee

Established a committee to research the purchase of new hymnals

The Vestry normally meets monthly on the third Tuesday of the month The next meeting scheduled January 15 will take place in the Parish House

A light supper is served at 615 pm and the meeting begins at 630 pm All Vestry meetings are open and all members and friends are welcome to attend

Thank You Classics by Glorius Sullivan

A t our Classics Christmas gathering on Wednesday December 12 we enjoyed coming together for fellowship good food and snacks singing Advent and Christmas hymns and a first-ever White Elephant

Gift Exchange There was another quieter event that happened that day that I am most appreciative for -- the generous donations that individual members of the Classics gave to the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center Amid the busyness of the season - gift shopping sending cards house decorating family and friends visiting baking ndash amid all of these things members kept in mind and opened their hearts to those less fortunate This gift totaled $70500 a generous sum to help enable us to continue to help those in need in our community On behalf of the Board of Directors Staff and Volunteers at the Center we want you to know that we are very grateful for your continued financial support and your prayers

mdash Glorius is Chair of the 40 West Board

Welcome

A lmost every week new faces come through the doors here at St Brsquos Some are visitorsmdashmembers of our extended families friends visiting from out of town even sojourning Episcopalians in Baltimore for a time

looking for a place to worshipmdashbut many become a more permanent part of our congregation Every few months we take the time to note those in our midst who are new here but have become active parts of our worshipping community We will also include in this list those who have returned to our community for example those who were raised at St Brsquos as children who have returned to us as adults This month we welcome

Ayodele House who has been attending St Brsquos for about a year was born in Freetown Sierra Leone and is a retired educator

Ayodelersquos daughter Danissa House had also been attending St Brsquos for about a year She is a licensed social worker with Child Protective Services in Washington DC Gary Alsten is a personal trainer in New York City often commuting to Baltimore for the weekend Danissa and Gary plan to be married at St Bs later this year

Prayer Shawls Group and Sewing Bees

by Jean Storrs

T he Prayer Shawls Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 700 to 900 pm

in the Parish House We craft shawls and prayer squares to give to parishioners and 40 West clients in need of comfort The shawls are a tangible hug folks

can keep with them all the timemdasha tangible reminder of our love and care for them and Godrsquos love and care for them Knitters and crocheters of any age and ability are welcome

S t Brsquos Sewing Bees meet on the 2nd Monday of each month from

200 to 400 pm at the Hardy home for crafting and fellowship Any sort of handwork is encouragedmdashknitting quilting cross-stitch scrapbooking etc

For information about the Prayer Shawls Group and the St Brsquos Sewing Bees please contact Jean Storrs at 410-869-7273 or aandjmindspringcom

2019 Womenrsquos Retreat led by Rosann Catalano

Friday January 25 to Sunday January 27 2019

Outrageous Guarantees Through Jesus of Nazareth God offers us both as individuals and as a community of believers outrageous guarantees regarding the most fundamental needs and temptations of the human heart

Explore both the nature and the meaning of these outrageous guarantees along with the many ways in which we do and do not give God permission to enter our hearts and transform our lives

We will be staying at the Inn at Claggett 3035 Buckeystown Pike Adamstown MD 21710

Single and double rooms are still available each with its own bathroom

Single Rate $275 Double Rate $230 Commuter $125

Save your space Sigh up ASAP

Scholarships are available Please speak to Flo

SIGN UP NOW AND PLAN TO BE WITH US

Name

Phone number Email

Single Room

Double Room (Roommate )

Commuter

An Update on the Childrenrsquos Word Classes

and having really fruitful conversations about what

Scripture reveals to us By grounding the stories in

their historical context they are becoming more

empathetic and informed readers

Moving forward it turns out that often in our lives

God has different plans than we envision and in that

context I am sad to inform you that Miss Keighlee

will be leaving the Childrenrsquos Word program

sometime early in the new year She emphasizes that

she has really enjoyed teaching her Kangaroos and

being a part of our worship community but for

several reasons will not be able to continue much

longer We are extremely grateful for the time we

have had with Miss Keighlee and wish her the very

best as she finishes her Masters work in Theological

Studies at Loyola University in Baltimore

The Christian Education Task Force has begun the

process of finding a new Elephant leader and the

Childrenrsquos Word program will continue uninterrupted

as we enter the new year Please let us know if you are

interested in becoming a parent volunteer (whether

or not you are a parent) to help in the classroomsmdashit

is a fun and rewarding experience and wersquod love to

involve more of you And as always ALL children

ages 3-11 are welcome and encouraged to join the

program at any time

mdash Steve is and a member of the Vestry and the Christian Education Task Force

by Steve Miller

D ecember is here and our new Childrenrsquos Word

program continues to go well though an

important transition will occur in January as will be

described later in this update Kangaroo and Elephant

leaders Miss Ebony and Miss Keighlee along with

their parent volunteers have been busy preparing

their charges for Advent

Miss Ebony reports that

her Kangaroos have had

fun this month making

Advent wreaths and

preparing for the

Christmas Pageant in

addition to learning Godrsquos

Word

Miss Keighlee reports that

the past few weeks have

offered the Elephants

many opportunities for

growth and renewal With

the dawn of a new

liturgical year they have

discussed what it means

to be made new in the

waters of Baptism and the significance of the

beginning of the Advent season and the approaching

new calendar year They have enjoyed doing crafts

and playing games which have helped them to

practice patience and persistence in creative ways as

well as diving even deeper into the weekly readings

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

Welcome

A lmost every week new faces come through the doors here at St Brsquos Some are visitorsmdashmembers of our extended families friends visiting from out of town even sojourning Episcopalians in Baltimore for a time

looking for a place to worshipmdashbut many become a more permanent part of our congregation Every few months we take the time to note those in our midst who are new here but have become active parts of our worshipping community We will also include in this list those who have returned to our community for example those who were raised at St Brsquos as children who have returned to us as adults This month we welcome

Ayodele House who has been attending St Brsquos for about a year was born in Freetown Sierra Leone and is a retired educator

Ayodelersquos daughter Danissa House had also been attending St Brsquos for about a year She is a licensed social worker with Child Protective Services in Washington DC Gary Alsten is a personal trainer in New York City often commuting to Baltimore for the weekend Danissa and Gary plan to be married at St Bs later this year

Prayer Shawls Group and Sewing Bees

by Jean Storrs

T he Prayer Shawls Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 700 to 900 pm

in the Parish House We craft shawls and prayer squares to give to parishioners and 40 West clients in need of comfort The shawls are a tangible hug folks

can keep with them all the timemdasha tangible reminder of our love and care for them and Godrsquos love and care for them Knitters and crocheters of any age and ability are welcome

S t Brsquos Sewing Bees meet on the 2nd Monday of each month from

200 to 400 pm at the Hardy home for crafting and fellowship Any sort of handwork is encouragedmdashknitting quilting cross-stitch scrapbooking etc

For information about the Prayer Shawls Group and the St Brsquos Sewing Bees please contact Jean Storrs at 410-869-7273 or aandjmindspringcom

2019 Womenrsquos Retreat led by Rosann Catalano

Friday January 25 to Sunday January 27 2019

Outrageous Guarantees Through Jesus of Nazareth God offers us both as individuals and as a community of believers outrageous guarantees regarding the most fundamental needs and temptations of the human heart

Explore both the nature and the meaning of these outrageous guarantees along with the many ways in which we do and do not give God permission to enter our hearts and transform our lives

We will be staying at the Inn at Claggett 3035 Buckeystown Pike Adamstown MD 21710

Single and double rooms are still available each with its own bathroom

Single Rate $275 Double Rate $230 Commuter $125

Save your space Sigh up ASAP

Scholarships are available Please speak to Flo

SIGN UP NOW AND PLAN TO BE WITH US

Name

Phone number Email

Single Room

Double Room (Roommate )

Commuter

An Update on the Childrenrsquos Word Classes

and having really fruitful conversations about what

Scripture reveals to us By grounding the stories in

their historical context they are becoming more

empathetic and informed readers

Moving forward it turns out that often in our lives

God has different plans than we envision and in that

context I am sad to inform you that Miss Keighlee

will be leaving the Childrenrsquos Word program

sometime early in the new year She emphasizes that

she has really enjoyed teaching her Kangaroos and

being a part of our worship community but for

several reasons will not be able to continue much

longer We are extremely grateful for the time we

have had with Miss Keighlee and wish her the very

best as she finishes her Masters work in Theological

Studies at Loyola University in Baltimore

The Christian Education Task Force has begun the

process of finding a new Elephant leader and the

Childrenrsquos Word program will continue uninterrupted

as we enter the new year Please let us know if you are

interested in becoming a parent volunteer (whether

or not you are a parent) to help in the classroomsmdashit

is a fun and rewarding experience and wersquod love to

involve more of you And as always ALL children

ages 3-11 are welcome and encouraged to join the

program at any time

mdash Steve is and a member of the Vestry and the Christian Education Task Force

by Steve Miller

D ecember is here and our new Childrenrsquos Word

program continues to go well though an

important transition will occur in January as will be

described later in this update Kangaroo and Elephant

leaders Miss Ebony and Miss Keighlee along with

their parent volunteers have been busy preparing

their charges for Advent

Miss Ebony reports that

her Kangaroos have had

fun this month making

Advent wreaths and

preparing for the

Christmas Pageant in

addition to learning Godrsquos

Word

Miss Keighlee reports that

the past few weeks have

offered the Elephants

many opportunities for

growth and renewal With

the dawn of a new

liturgical year they have

discussed what it means

to be made new in the

waters of Baptism and the significance of the

beginning of the Advent season and the approaching

new calendar year They have enjoyed doing crafts

and playing games which have helped them to

practice patience and persistence in creative ways as

well as diving even deeper into the weekly readings

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

Prayer Shawls Group and Sewing Bees

by Jean Storrs

T he Prayer Shawls Group meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 700 to 900 pm

in the Parish House We craft shawls and prayer squares to give to parishioners and 40 West clients in need of comfort The shawls are a tangible hug folks

can keep with them all the timemdasha tangible reminder of our love and care for them and Godrsquos love and care for them Knitters and crocheters of any age and ability are welcome

S t Brsquos Sewing Bees meet on the 2nd Monday of each month from

200 to 400 pm at the Hardy home for crafting and fellowship Any sort of handwork is encouragedmdashknitting quilting cross-stitch scrapbooking etc

For information about the Prayer Shawls Group and the St Brsquos Sewing Bees please contact Jean Storrs at 410-869-7273 or aandjmindspringcom

2019 Womenrsquos Retreat led by Rosann Catalano

Friday January 25 to Sunday January 27 2019

Outrageous Guarantees Through Jesus of Nazareth God offers us both as individuals and as a community of believers outrageous guarantees regarding the most fundamental needs and temptations of the human heart

Explore both the nature and the meaning of these outrageous guarantees along with the many ways in which we do and do not give God permission to enter our hearts and transform our lives

We will be staying at the Inn at Claggett 3035 Buckeystown Pike Adamstown MD 21710

Single and double rooms are still available each with its own bathroom

Single Rate $275 Double Rate $230 Commuter $125

Save your space Sigh up ASAP

Scholarships are available Please speak to Flo

SIGN UP NOW AND PLAN TO BE WITH US

Name

Phone number Email

Single Room

Double Room (Roommate )

Commuter

An Update on the Childrenrsquos Word Classes

and having really fruitful conversations about what

Scripture reveals to us By grounding the stories in

their historical context they are becoming more

empathetic and informed readers

Moving forward it turns out that often in our lives

God has different plans than we envision and in that

context I am sad to inform you that Miss Keighlee

will be leaving the Childrenrsquos Word program

sometime early in the new year She emphasizes that

she has really enjoyed teaching her Kangaroos and

being a part of our worship community but for

several reasons will not be able to continue much

longer We are extremely grateful for the time we

have had with Miss Keighlee and wish her the very

best as she finishes her Masters work in Theological

Studies at Loyola University in Baltimore

The Christian Education Task Force has begun the

process of finding a new Elephant leader and the

Childrenrsquos Word program will continue uninterrupted

as we enter the new year Please let us know if you are

interested in becoming a parent volunteer (whether

or not you are a parent) to help in the classroomsmdashit

is a fun and rewarding experience and wersquod love to

involve more of you And as always ALL children

ages 3-11 are welcome and encouraged to join the

program at any time

mdash Steve is and a member of the Vestry and the Christian Education Task Force

by Steve Miller

D ecember is here and our new Childrenrsquos Word

program continues to go well though an

important transition will occur in January as will be

described later in this update Kangaroo and Elephant

leaders Miss Ebony and Miss Keighlee along with

their parent volunteers have been busy preparing

their charges for Advent

Miss Ebony reports that

her Kangaroos have had

fun this month making

Advent wreaths and

preparing for the

Christmas Pageant in

addition to learning Godrsquos

Word

Miss Keighlee reports that

the past few weeks have

offered the Elephants

many opportunities for

growth and renewal With

the dawn of a new

liturgical year they have

discussed what it means

to be made new in the

waters of Baptism and the significance of the

beginning of the Advent season and the approaching

new calendar year They have enjoyed doing crafts

and playing games which have helped them to

practice patience and persistence in creative ways as

well as diving even deeper into the weekly readings

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

2019 Womenrsquos Retreat led by Rosann Catalano

Friday January 25 to Sunday January 27 2019

Outrageous Guarantees Through Jesus of Nazareth God offers us both as individuals and as a community of believers outrageous guarantees regarding the most fundamental needs and temptations of the human heart

Explore both the nature and the meaning of these outrageous guarantees along with the many ways in which we do and do not give God permission to enter our hearts and transform our lives

We will be staying at the Inn at Claggett 3035 Buckeystown Pike Adamstown MD 21710

Single and double rooms are still available each with its own bathroom

Single Rate $275 Double Rate $230 Commuter $125

Save your space Sigh up ASAP

Scholarships are available Please speak to Flo

SIGN UP NOW AND PLAN TO BE WITH US

Name

Phone number Email

Single Room

Double Room (Roommate )

Commuter

An Update on the Childrenrsquos Word Classes

and having really fruitful conversations about what

Scripture reveals to us By grounding the stories in

their historical context they are becoming more

empathetic and informed readers

Moving forward it turns out that often in our lives

God has different plans than we envision and in that

context I am sad to inform you that Miss Keighlee

will be leaving the Childrenrsquos Word program

sometime early in the new year She emphasizes that

she has really enjoyed teaching her Kangaroos and

being a part of our worship community but for

several reasons will not be able to continue much

longer We are extremely grateful for the time we

have had with Miss Keighlee and wish her the very

best as she finishes her Masters work in Theological

Studies at Loyola University in Baltimore

The Christian Education Task Force has begun the

process of finding a new Elephant leader and the

Childrenrsquos Word program will continue uninterrupted

as we enter the new year Please let us know if you are

interested in becoming a parent volunteer (whether

or not you are a parent) to help in the classroomsmdashit

is a fun and rewarding experience and wersquod love to

involve more of you And as always ALL children

ages 3-11 are welcome and encouraged to join the

program at any time

mdash Steve is and a member of the Vestry and the Christian Education Task Force

by Steve Miller

D ecember is here and our new Childrenrsquos Word

program continues to go well though an

important transition will occur in January as will be

described later in this update Kangaroo and Elephant

leaders Miss Ebony and Miss Keighlee along with

their parent volunteers have been busy preparing

their charges for Advent

Miss Ebony reports that

her Kangaroos have had

fun this month making

Advent wreaths and

preparing for the

Christmas Pageant in

addition to learning Godrsquos

Word

Miss Keighlee reports that

the past few weeks have

offered the Elephants

many opportunities for

growth and renewal With

the dawn of a new

liturgical year they have

discussed what it means

to be made new in the

waters of Baptism and the significance of the

beginning of the Advent season and the approaching

new calendar year They have enjoyed doing crafts

and playing games which have helped them to

practice patience and persistence in creative ways as

well as diving even deeper into the weekly readings

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

An Update on the Childrenrsquos Word Classes

and having really fruitful conversations about what

Scripture reveals to us By grounding the stories in

their historical context they are becoming more

empathetic and informed readers

Moving forward it turns out that often in our lives

God has different plans than we envision and in that

context I am sad to inform you that Miss Keighlee

will be leaving the Childrenrsquos Word program

sometime early in the new year She emphasizes that

she has really enjoyed teaching her Kangaroos and

being a part of our worship community but for

several reasons will not be able to continue much

longer We are extremely grateful for the time we

have had with Miss Keighlee and wish her the very

best as she finishes her Masters work in Theological

Studies at Loyola University in Baltimore

The Christian Education Task Force has begun the

process of finding a new Elephant leader and the

Childrenrsquos Word program will continue uninterrupted

as we enter the new year Please let us know if you are

interested in becoming a parent volunteer (whether

or not you are a parent) to help in the classroomsmdashit

is a fun and rewarding experience and wersquod love to

involve more of you And as always ALL children

ages 3-11 are welcome and encouraged to join the

program at any time

mdash Steve is and a member of the Vestry and the Christian Education Task Force

by Steve Miller

D ecember is here and our new Childrenrsquos Word

program continues to go well though an

important transition will occur in January as will be

described later in this update Kangaroo and Elephant

leaders Miss Ebony and Miss Keighlee along with

their parent volunteers have been busy preparing

their charges for Advent

Miss Ebony reports that

her Kangaroos have had

fun this month making

Advent wreaths and

preparing for the

Christmas Pageant in

addition to learning Godrsquos

Word

Miss Keighlee reports that

the past few weeks have

offered the Elephants

many opportunities for

growth and renewal With

the dawn of a new

liturgical year they have

discussed what it means

to be made new in the

waters of Baptism and the significance of the

beginning of the Advent season and the approaching

new calendar year They have enjoyed doing crafts

and playing games which have helped them to

practice patience and persistence in creative ways as

well as diving even deeper into the weekly readings

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

An Update on St Brsquos Youth

by Brigit Molony

mdash Brigit is a member of the Vestry and a Youth Leader

Faith Forum

O lder youth and adults are invited on Sunday mornings to gather at 915 to learn about God through an array of intriguing topics Learning about God is a life-long process and when we take the time to do just

that our faith grows which is a good thing for everyone So make a new yearrsquos resolution to come join us And if you have smaller youngsters the Cribbery is open for them with wonderful creative activities just for them

So for January consider the following

January 6 STRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY

2018 has been a difficult year for our country but no doubt also for some of us mdash for many reasons As we begin another calendar year how do we start this new journey with optimism enthusiasm and faith Helping us find strength for whatever journey awaits us will be The Reverend Christine McCloud Canon for Mission for the Diocese of Maryland

January 13 CEASEFIRE

St Brsquos has been involved in the Ceasefire Movement for a while now This is a wonderful grassroots enterprise to challenge the need and presence of violence in our city mdash and in our own neighborhood Since we participate regularly we invite you to come and learn about what Ceasefire is and perhaps be encouraged to join the next event Brigit Molony who watches over our involvement will lead our conversation

January 20 THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH

The Episcopal Church is pretty awesome with some exceptional ideas and notions about faith and the church The more you know about the Episcopal Church the more meaningful and interesting it is The Reverend Carol Burnside will be with us to share some interesting info This is a good opportunity for those new to St Brsquos or even life-long members who could use a refresher What donrsquot you know

January 27 STAY TUNED

This is the weekend of the womenrsquos retreat so we delight annually in focusing on something led by Joe Twist and Derek Olsen It is always a wonderful conversation Stayed tuned for this yearrsquos topic

Upcoming Bible Study Paulrsquos Letters to the Corinthians

by Thelma Smullen

T

Upcoming Bible Study Paulrsquos Letters to the Corinthians

by Thelma Smullen

T

Project Jigsaw Update

by Dave Murray and Nancy Nicaise

mdash Dave and Nancy are Co-Chairs of Project Jigsaw

Financial Position as of November 30 2018 mdash Financial information is provided by John Schroeder Treasurer

The Angels Thank You

by Daphne Cover

T

mdash Daphne is the Outreach Committee Angel Tree Coordinator

A Hope Harbor Holiday Gathering

by Sheila Camm

T

mdash Sheila is the Hope Harbor Family Outreach Worker

Angel Tree Gifts and a Meal for 40 West Families

so many times the ldquoBless Yourdquo or ldquoThank Godrdquo was said with a catch in their voice I felt such joy in being one of those who called the family to tell them to come on that special Tuesday We never know if the gift will be from ldquoSantardquo or Mom or Dad or Grandparents but what we do know is that each child will have a gift to unwrap and each family will have a good meal to share and each parent or guardian will know that they have been blessed by Godrsquos children mdash all of you mdash sharing your love for one another

With full and grateful hearts on behalf of our Staff

Volunteers and Clients we Thank You

mdash Glorius is Chair of the 40 West Board

by Glorius Sullivan

Tuesday December 18 was a wonderful day for many families at 40 West Thatrsquos the day all those precious gifts so many of you gave so carefully chosen and brightly wrapped and placed under the Angel Tree were given to parents and guardians to make this Christmas a happier time for all the family

St Brsquos parishioners and those of Hunting Ridge Presbyterian Church The New Hope Christian Baptist Church and St Agnes Catholic Church and many neighbors and friends have all joined together in providing at least 131 children new toys and gifts this Christmas In addition the 50 families of these 131 children received a turkey and a box of food provided by 40 West Assistance and Referral Center Inc

Our clients are so grateful for your generosity When told they would be receiving gifts for their children or the grandchildren or other children they are raising

Good Work Continues at 40 West

Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets enabled families to enjoy holiday meals together and more than 100 children found gifts under their trees

Your donations of food time clothing gifts and dollars have enabled 40 West to do more

The past year was not without its challenges but your continued partnership and efforts enabled us to accomplish all of these things Through the efforts of many volunteers and because of you we end the calendar year having

assisted a record number of our neighbors We thank you for your efforts for all of our 40 West clients and families

mdash Sandy is the Director of the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center

by Sandy Woodcock

ldquoThank you for helping us make it through We are truly grateful for what we receive and blessed each dayrdquo reads the note in a Christmas card received at 40 West this holiday season We are blessed at 40 West to be supported in such a wide variety of ways Together we have done a lot of good work

Through the end of November 40 West had provided assistance to more than 4600 clients in a variety of ways Food assistance programs mdash the Pantry The Emergency Food Assistance Program our monthly fresh food Pantry on the Go DSS Emergency Food Boxes and Grocery Cards were distributed to more than 3500 families Other assistance programs served more than 1000 families with utility bill assistance eviction prevention transportation tokens and more

Special programs were especially well received Children were provided jam-packed book bags to begin their school year well-provisioned

MLK Day of Service Join us on Monday January 21st to honor Dr Kingrsquos Legacy

by Charles Flexner and Glorius Sullivan

I n appreciation for the life of service exemplified by Dr Martin

Luther King Jr more and more people have decided to make MLK Day a day ON rather than a day off a day dedicated to serving their communities

In this spirit St Brsquos parishioners have participated in service projects on MLK Day for the past several years and we will do so again this year As we have done for the past 7 years we will be sponsoring a Food Drive for the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center at St Brsquos

The cold weather months are always very busy for 40 West helping our neighbors by providing food funds for energy assistance (BGE turn-off notices) eviction prevention and help for prescription drug and pharmacy costs Food from the pantry is available to all their clients and by January the shelves are in need of replenishing to continue to provide for those in need

We are inviting you and our neighbors in Hunting Ridge Ten Hills Westgate and other nearby communities and churches to help by donating non-perishable food items such as peanut butter tuna fruit macaroni and cheese chili beef stew vegetables cereal instant oatmeal maple syrup and other canned jars or boxed food To invite our neighbors list serve messages are being sent out The flyer for the Food Drive will also be available in the Tower Room and will be distributed in the community beginning this month Our neighbors will be asked to leave non-perishable food donations on their porch or steps on MLK Day January 21 and to flag it with the MLK Day Flyer Brown bags will be delivered in the neighborhoods after the 1030 AM church service on January 13th and can also be picked up in the Tower Room if needed Donations

should be set out by 1000 am on January 21st and will be collected between the hours of 1000 am and 100 pm by volunteers from St Brsquos

The Outreach Committee is asking for help from both adults and youth We need volunteers to help us deliver bags to the front porches of houses in our local neighborhoods after the 1030 am church service on January 13th Then on MLK Day January 21st we need adults to drive vehicles and older children (ages 9 and up) and youth to collect the items from porches to bring to the vehicles for delivery back to 40 West 40 West staff and volunteers will receive the donated items at the 40 West Office at the Church to organize and store

The hours of service for the Food Drive are from 1000 am to 100 pm Volunteers please meet at 40 West at 930 am Let us know how you can help by signing up in the Parish House You may also contact the Outreach Committee Contacts (listed below) by phone or e-mail subject line ndash MLK Day Food Collection In case of inclement weather (significant snow or ice) the pick-up will not take place although food can still be brought by individuals directly to 40 West during office hours (Monday Wednesday and Friday from 1000 am to 100 pm)

Outreach Committee Contacts include Charles Flexner (410-746-8204 or flexjhmiedu) and Glorius Sullivan (410-644-8110 or chglverizonnet) or call the church office at 410-945-7263 Thank you so very much for your support We hope

to see you all on Monday January 21st

mdash Charles and Glorius serve on

the Outreach Committee

Angel Tree Gifts and a Meal for 40 West Families

so many times the ldquoBless Yourdquo or ldquoThank Godrdquo was said with a catch in their voice I felt such joy in being one of those who called the family to tell them to come on that special Tuesday We never know if the gift will be from ldquoSantardquo or Mom or Dad or Grandparents but what we do know is that each child will have a gift to unwrap and each family will have a good meal to share and each parent or guardian will know that they have been blessed by Godrsquos children mdash all of you mdash sharing your love for one another

With full and grateful hearts on behalf of our Staff

Volunteers and Clients we Thank You

mdash Glorius is Chair of the 40 West Board

by Glorius Sullivan

Tuesday December 18 was a wonderful day for many families at 40 West Thatrsquos the day all those precious gifts so many of you gave so carefully chosen and brightly wrapped and placed under the Angel Tree were given to parents and guardians to make this Christmas a happier time for all the family

St Brsquos parishioners and those of Hunting Ridge Presbyterian Church The New Hope Christian Baptist Church and St Agnes Catholic Church and many neighbors and friends have all joined together in providing at least 131 children new toys and gifts this Christmas In addition the 50 families of these 131 children received a turkey and a box of food provided by 40 West Assistance and Referral Center Inc

Our clients are so grateful for your generosity When told they would be receiving gifts for their children or the grandchildren or other children they are raising

Good Work Continues at 40 West

Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets enabled families to enjoy holiday meals together and more than 100 children found gifts under their trees

Your donations of food time clothing gifts and dollars have enabled 40 West to do more

The past year was not without its challenges but your continued partnership and efforts enabled us to accomplish all of these things Through the efforts of many volunteers and because of you we end the calendar year having

assisted a record number of our neighbors We thank you for your efforts for all of our 40 West clients and families

mdash Sandy is the Director of the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center

by Sandy Woodcock

ldquoThank you for helping us make it through We are truly grateful for what we receive and blessed each dayrdquo reads the note in a Christmas card received at 40 West this holiday season We are blessed at 40 West to be supported in such a wide variety of ways Together we have done a lot of good work

Through the end of November 40 West had provided assistance to more than 4600 clients in a variety of ways Food assistance programs mdash the Pantry The Emergency Food Assistance Program our monthly fresh food Pantry on the Go DSS Emergency Food Boxes and Grocery Cards were distributed to more than 3500 families Other assistance programs served more than 1000 families with utility bill assistance eviction prevention transportation tokens and more

Special programs were especially well received Children were provided jam-packed book bags to begin their school year well-provisioned

MLK Day of Service Join us on Monday January 21st to honor Dr Kingrsquos Legacy

by Charles Flexner and Glorius Sullivan

I n appreciation for the life of service exemplified by Dr Martin

Luther King Jr more and more people have decided to make MLK Day a day ON rather than a day off a day dedicated to serving their communities

In this spirit St Brsquos parishioners have participated in service projects on MLK Day for the past several years and we will do so again this year As we have done for the past 7 years we will be sponsoring a Food Drive for the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center at St Brsquos

The cold weather months are always very busy for 40 West helping our neighbors by providing food funds for energy assistance (BGE turn-off notices) eviction prevention and help for prescription drug and pharmacy costs Food from the pantry is available to all their clients and by January the shelves are in need of replenishing to continue to provide for those in need

We are inviting you and our neighbors in Hunting Ridge Ten Hills Westgate and other nearby communities and churches to help by donating non-perishable food items such as peanut butter tuna fruit macaroni and cheese chili beef stew vegetables cereal instant oatmeal maple syrup and other canned jars or boxed food To invite our neighbors list serve messages are being sent out The flyer for the Food Drive will also be available in the Tower Room and will be distributed in the community beginning this month Our neighbors will be asked to leave non-perishable food donations on their porch or steps on MLK Day January 21 and to flag it with the MLK Day Flyer Brown bags will be delivered in the neighborhoods after the 1030 AM church service on January 13th and can also be picked up in the Tower Room if needed Donations

should be set out by 1000 am on January 21st and will be collected between the hours of 1000 am and 100 pm by volunteers from St Brsquos

The Outreach Committee is asking for help from both adults and youth We need volunteers to help us deliver bags to the front porches of houses in our local neighborhoods after the 1030 am church service on January 13th Then on MLK Day January 21st we need adults to drive vehicles and older children (ages 9 and up) and youth to collect the items from porches to bring to the vehicles for delivery back to 40 West 40 West staff and volunteers will receive the donated items at the 40 West Office at the Church to organize and store

The hours of service for the Food Drive are from 1000 am to 100 pm Volunteers please meet at 40 West at 930 am Let us know how you can help by signing up in the Parish House You may also contact the Outreach Committee Contacts (listed below) by phone or e-mail subject line ndash MLK Day Food Collection In case of inclement weather (significant snow or ice) the pick-up will not take place although food can still be brought by individuals directly to 40 West during office hours (Monday Wednesday and Friday from 1000 am to 100 pm)

Outreach Committee Contacts include Charles Flexner (410-746-8204 or flexjhmiedu) and Glorius Sullivan (410-644-8110 or chglverizonnet) or call the church office at 410-945-7263 Thank you so very much for your support We hope

to see you all on Monday January 21st

mdash Charles and Glorius serve on

the Outreach Committee

Good Work Continues at 40 West

Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets enabled families to enjoy holiday meals together and more than 100 children found gifts under their trees

Your donations of food time clothing gifts and dollars have enabled 40 West to do more

The past year was not without its challenges but your continued partnership and efforts enabled us to accomplish all of these things Through the efforts of many volunteers and because of you we end the calendar year having

assisted a record number of our neighbors We thank you for your efforts for all of our 40 West clients and families

mdash Sandy is the Director of the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center

by Sandy Woodcock

ldquoThank you for helping us make it through We are truly grateful for what we receive and blessed each dayrdquo reads the note in a Christmas card received at 40 West this holiday season We are blessed at 40 West to be supported in such a wide variety of ways Together we have done a lot of good work

Through the end of November 40 West had provided assistance to more than 4600 clients in a variety of ways Food assistance programs mdash the Pantry The Emergency Food Assistance Program our monthly fresh food Pantry on the Go DSS Emergency Food Boxes and Grocery Cards were distributed to more than 3500 families Other assistance programs served more than 1000 families with utility bill assistance eviction prevention transportation tokens and more

Special programs were especially well received Children were provided jam-packed book bags to begin their school year well-provisioned

MLK Day of Service Join us on Monday January 21st to honor Dr Kingrsquos Legacy

by Charles Flexner and Glorius Sullivan

I n appreciation for the life of service exemplified by Dr Martin

Luther King Jr more and more people have decided to make MLK Day a day ON rather than a day off a day dedicated to serving their communities

In this spirit St Brsquos parishioners have participated in service projects on MLK Day for the past several years and we will do so again this year As we have done for the past 7 years we will be sponsoring a Food Drive for the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center at St Brsquos

The cold weather months are always very busy for 40 West helping our neighbors by providing food funds for energy assistance (BGE turn-off notices) eviction prevention and help for prescription drug and pharmacy costs Food from the pantry is available to all their clients and by January the shelves are in need of replenishing to continue to provide for those in need

We are inviting you and our neighbors in Hunting Ridge Ten Hills Westgate and other nearby communities and churches to help by donating non-perishable food items such as peanut butter tuna fruit macaroni and cheese chili beef stew vegetables cereal instant oatmeal maple syrup and other canned jars or boxed food To invite our neighbors list serve messages are being sent out The flyer for the Food Drive will also be available in the Tower Room and will be distributed in the community beginning this month Our neighbors will be asked to leave non-perishable food donations on their porch or steps on MLK Day January 21 and to flag it with the MLK Day Flyer Brown bags will be delivered in the neighborhoods after the 1030 AM church service on January 13th and can also be picked up in the Tower Room if needed Donations

should be set out by 1000 am on January 21st and will be collected between the hours of 1000 am and 100 pm by volunteers from St Brsquos

The Outreach Committee is asking for help from both adults and youth We need volunteers to help us deliver bags to the front porches of houses in our local neighborhoods after the 1030 am church service on January 13th Then on MLK Day January 21st we need adults to drive vehicles and older children (ages 9 and up) and youth to collect the items from porches to bring to the vehicles for delivery back to 40 West 40 West staff and volunteers will receive the donated items at the 40 West Office at the Church to organize and store

The hours of service for the Food Drive are from 1000 am to 100 pm Volunteers please meet at 40 West at 930 am Let us know how you can help by signing up in the Parish House You may also contact the Outreach Committee Contacts (listed below) by phone or e-mail subject line ndash MLK Day Food Collection In case of inclement weather (significant snow or ice) the pick-up will not take place although food can still be brought by individuals directly to 40 West during office hours (Monday Wednesday and Friday from 1000 am to 100 pm)

Outreach Committee Contacts include Charles Flexner (410-746-8204 or flexjhmiedu) and Glorius Sullivan (410-644-8110 or chglverizonnet) or call the church office at 410-945-7263 Thank you so very much for your support We hope

to see you all on Monday January 21st

mdash Charles and Glorius serve on

the Outreach Committee

MLK Day of Service Join us on Monday January 21st to honor Dr Kingrsquos Legacy

by Charles Flexner and Glorius Sullivan

I n appreciation for the life of service exemplified by Dr Martin

Luther King Jr more and more people have decided to make MLK Day a day ON rather than a day off a day dedicated to serving their communities

In this spirit St Brsquos parishioners have participated in service projects on MLK Day for the past several years and we will do so again this year As we have done for the past 7 years we will be sponsoring a Food Drive for the 40 West Assistance and Referral Center at St Brsquos

The cold weather months are always very busy for 40 West helping our neighbors by providing food funds for energy assistance (BGE turn-off notices) eviction prevention and help for prescription drug and pharmacy costs Food from the pantry is available to all their clients and by January the shelves are in need of replenishing to continue to provide for those in need

We are inviting you and our neighbors in Hunting Ridge Ten Hills Westgate and other nearby communities and churches to help by donating non-perishable food items such as peanut butter tuna fruit macaroni and cheese chili beef stew vegetables cereal instant oatmeal maple syrup and other canned jars or boxed food To invite our neighbors list serve messages are being sent out The flyer for the Food Drive will also be available in the Tower Room and will be distributed in the community beginning this month Our neighbors will be asked to leave non-perishable food donations on their porch or steps on MLK Day January 21 and to flag it with the MLK Day Flyer Brown bags will be delivered in the neighborhoods after the 1030 AM church service on January 13th and can also be picked up in the Tower Room if needed Donations

should be set out by 1000 am on January 21st and will be collected between the hours of 1000 am and 100 pm by volunteers from St Brsquos

The Outreach Committee is asking for help from both adults and youth We need volunteers to help us deliver bags to the front porches of houses in our local neighborhoods after the 1030 am church service on January 13th Then on MLK Day January 21st we need adults to drive vehicles and older children (ages 9 and up) and youth to collect the items from porches to bring to the vehicles for delivery back to 40 West 40 West staff and volunteers will receive the donated items at the 40 West Office at the Church to organize and store

The hours of service for the Food Drive are from 1000 am to 100 pm Volunteers please meet at 40 West at 930 am Let us know how you can help by signing up in the Parish House You may also contact the Outreach Committee Contacts (listed below) by phone or e-mail subject line ndash MLK Day Food Collection In case of inclement weather (significant snow or ice) the pick-up will not take place although food can still be brought by individuals directly to 40 West during office hours (Monday Wednesday and Friday from 1000 am to 100 pm)

Outreach Committee Contacts include Charles Flexner (410-746-8204 or flexjhmiedu) and Glorius Sullivan (410-644-8110 or chglverizonnet) or call the church office at 410-945-7263 Thank you so very much for your support We hope

to see you all on Monday January 21st

mdash Charles and Glorius serve on

the Outreach Committee

Your prayers are requested for members and friends of St Brsquos

Anne Prince Lucy Marshall Doris Haughey Vince Marsiglia Mavis Neil Don and MacKenzie Yeager Ray Zeigler Donna Cartwright Janet Churchill

David Schneider Tiger Watts Yasmin Gill Shirley Nathan Pulliam Ron Lett Willis Keeling Lenora Patterson Wyvetta DuPree Tony Creek Saville

Janney-MacDonald Marilyn Smith Paula Rothman Mercedes Hill Sean Brady Jayne Vanderwaart 40 West Assistance and Referral Center Clients

Hope Harbor partner families Sarah Porter Stepano and Emma Otto LaRue Kleintop Heidi Theresa Thomas Meg and Shaun Kathy and Andy Nolte Sue Fralic Mary Warren Jennifer Strachan Freya Malcarney and family

Lauren Hennessey Marian Edmonds William Edmonds Adelio Zunio Anna Williams Pushpa Sokhey James Cooper Henry Green Terry Wilson

families that are separated those who are lost and have not yet found their way those in our midst who are unndash or under-employed amp the homeless

St Bartholomewrsquos Episcopal Church 4711 Edmondson Avenue Baltimore Maryland 21229-1440 office phone 410-945-7263

Sunday Worship amp Formation

Holy Eucharist at 800 am and 1030 am

Sunday Christian Formation

Faith Forum for Older Youth and Adults 915mdash1015 am in the Parish House (During Faith Forum the Cribbery will be open for children up through grade 5)

Childrenrsquos Word for Children Age 3 (by 0901) mdash Grade 1 during the 1030 am service meet in the Chapel

Childrenrsquos Word for Children Grades 2mdash5 during the 1030 am service meet in the Parish House

Youth Group for Grades 6mdash12 Meet in the Youth House on Sundays from 500mdash630 pm

During Sunday Worship childcare is available for children up to age 5 in the Parish House from 1000 am-1215 pm

Weekday Worship amp Formation

Noonday Prayer is said every weekday and Saturdays at 1200 noon in the Chapel

An interfaith Christian meditation group meets Mondays in the Chapel at 730 pm

For more information about our worship or programs please contact us at 410-945-7263 or officestbs-mdorg or visit wwwstbartholomewang-mdorg

St Bartholomewrsquos Episcopal Church 4711 Edmondson Avenue Baltimore Maryland 21229-1440 office phone 410-945-7263

Sunday Worship amp Formation

Holy Eucharist at 800 am and 1030 am

Sunday Christian Formation

Faith Forum for Older Youth and Adults 915mdash1015 am in the Parish House (During Faith Forum the Cribbery will be open for children up through grade 5)

Childrenrsquos Word for Children Age 3 (by 0901) mdash Grade 1 during the 1030 am service meet in the Chapel

Childrenrsquos Word for Children Grades 2mdash5 during the 1030 am service meet in the Parish House

Youth Group for Grades 6mdash12 Meet in the Youth House on Sundays from 500mdash630 pm

During Sunday Worship childcare is available for children up to age 5 in the Parish House from 1000 am-1215 pm

Weekday Worship amp Formation

Noonday Prayer is said every weekday and Saturdays at 1200 noon in the Chapel

An interfaith Christian meditation group meets Mondays in the Chapel at 730 pm

For more information about our worship or programs please contact us at 410-945-7263 or officestbs-mdorg or visit wwwstbartholomewang-mdorg