St. Andrew's E-News

Greetings!

From the Search Committee

The Search Committee’s work has intensified through the fall. After receiving a healthy

number of applications from candidates in September, the Search Committee interviewed the

most qualified candidates via videoconferences in October. We were blessed to have the

opportunity to meet several really excellent candidates, and it was difficult to narrow down

our choices. After prayerful consideration, the Search Committee has invited a small number

of candidates for in-person interviews, which will take place over the next few weeks. During

these visits, we will be using parts of the church building to meet with the candidates, and will

put up signage requesting privacy to protect the confidentiality of the priests involved.

Our search process is proceeding as planned and on schedule, and we hope to be able to

complete the search before Christmas. The starting date of the new Rector will then be

determined by the priest and the Vestry, and will of course depend on the priest’s current

work and family obligations. We ask that you continue to hold the Search Committee and the

candidates in your prayers.

Worship Announcements

New Member Liturgy, November 24

Next week, in both our service, we will formally welcome those of you who started attending

St. Andrew’s in the last year. Please come forward on November 24 during the peace for a

special welcome and prayer.

Advent Lessons and Carols, December 8

Our traditional Advent Carol Service of sacred Word and music will be led by our adult choir,

organist and guest oboist, Dr. Ashley Barret. During the 10 am service, scripture readings are

interspersed with choral presentations and hymns, all of which recall mankind’s longing for

liberation from sin and death, and our hope and expectation for the coming of Christ the

Lord.

Christmas Gift Ministry, December 8

As in past years, St. Andrew’s will participate in a Christmas gift ministry and celebrate the

Feast of St. Nicholas with a visit from this well-loved saint during worship on Sunday,

December 8, as we present and give gifts and offerings for children in foster care. Beginning

Sunday, November 17, we will post Christmas wish lists for parishioners to pick up and fulfill

during a 3-week period ending on December 8. Don’t forget to bring your gifts, unwrapped

and with the original tag, to church or the church office on or by December 8.

Service AnnouncementsReverse Advent Calendar

Have you ever used an Advent calendar to count down the days till Christmas? We’ve got a

new idea for community service this year. How about adding a grocery item to a box each day

of Advent, creating a gift of food for a hungry family? It’s called a Reverse Advent Calendar

and its very simple— set aside a box and add one food item to it each day from December 1 to

Christmas Eve. Then bring it to church as a gift for the baby Jesus. We provide the list and

you provide the love! We’ll start distributing the list on November 17. This project is IN

ADDITION TO your regular participation in the maroon bag donation program.

United Thank Offering

The United Thank Offering envelopes are hanging on the back of the pews for donations on

Sunday. Please consider making a donation and put the envelope in the collection plate. The

UTO Board awards grants to young adults, seminarians, parishes and dioceses in the

Episcopal Church. The grants are for one-year projects designed to support transforming and

innovative ministries. They need our support.

Fellowship and Christian Formation Announcements

EYC (Episcopal Youth Community)

The EYC will meet Sunday, November 17 from 5:30-7 in the Parish Hall. The youth will have

fun taking part in a Lighted Christmas Ball workshop.

A film called "Emanuel: The Untold Story of The Victims and Survivors of The

Charleston Church Shooting"

THE THURSDAY NIGHT PROGRAM preceding the first day of the Annual Convention is an

event traditionally attended by those arriving early for Convention. This year's program

focuses on an event of deep emotion and impact, and we hope all who have an interest in

racial justice and healing will come and be a part of it.

Join us for a special showing of the film, "Emanuel: The Untold Story of The Victims and

Survivors of The Charleston Church Shooting" on Thursday, November 21 at 7:15 p.m. at the

Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem. Produced by Stephen Curry and Viola Davis, this

heartbreaking and inspiring documentary powerfully weaves together the history of race

relations in Charleston, the significance and impact of the mass shooting at Mother Emanuel

Church, and the hope and forgiveness that emerge in the aftermath. The film will be followed

by panel discussion, featuring Polly Sheppard, a survivor of the shooting. Due to its difficult

content, the film contains disturbing images and is designed for mature audiences only.

Registration at Convention is not required, nor is there a cost to attend this event. Admission

will be on a first-come, first-served basis until the room reaches capacity. For more

information, contact the Rev. Ginny Inman. This event will not be livestreamed, nor will

there be a recording offered following the event.

Deck the Halls19 Days and Counting to December 7

Please stop by the table in the Parish Hall to order your wreath, centerpiece, drop off

your wine donation, get a ticket for Cruisin' the Hills and so much more.

Baked Goods Donations

It’s not too early to think about your contribution to our baked goods sale. Last year we

sold out of gingerbread houses, so get your order in early. Mrs. Claus needs you!

Wine Pull Donations

Wine Pull donations are still needed to get us to our goal of 120 bottles. It was a great

success last year and goes far in raising much-needed funds for Mission and

Outreach. Y our donation of a bottle, or two, valued at $10-$12 will help us reach our

goals.

Poinsettia Pre-order

Poinsettia sales are going strong! Colors this year are red, white, and pink. These

beautiful plants are not your Walmart variety. Orders can be taken during Coffee Hour

or on-line at the website. Last day for ordering is November 24.

Ed's Article is called "Which Are You"

Based off scripture reading from Luke 23:33-43, Ed has written an article about the Feast of

Christ the King. Click here to read the article.

Last Week’s FinancesIncome: $4,878 – Expenses: $13,976 = Balance: ($9,098)

St. Andrew’s has now used $50,000 of the reserve fund to cover the deficit.

If you haven’t been able to give your 2020 pledge, it’s never too late.Please feel free to drop it in the offering plate or mail it.

**Need a charitable gift for 2019 taxes?

Please consider St. Andrew’s for an additional donation. **

Ways You Can Give

Those Serving Sunday

Eucharistic Ministers:8:30- Ann Herman;10- Mark Courtright,Steven Loch

Readers: 8:30- LindaCummer; 10- NormaBullock, Joe Graves,Jennifer Jones

Acolytes: Alexis Obimma,Gift Obimma, EmmanuelObimma

Verger: Dana Gaspar

Greeters: 8:30 – JudyHackett; 10– LoisWashburn, Fran Swan

Newcomer Hosts:Bonnie Holland, FranSwan

Godly Play: Anna Taylor,Amy Ruth McGraw

Kids of the Kingdom:Brenda Swearingin

Altar Guild: Carolyn

We Pray For

Mary Stalter, Anna Stalter,Ella Janssen, Jeff Cummer,Judy Wells, NormaBullock, MoiraErmentrout, HughMcLawhorn, Doug Scott,Laurie Simon Queen,Albert Madden, BonitaBeshears, Bruce Adkins,Charles and RebeccaGoodrum, Dee Dee Fulton,Judy Stancil, Xavier andSue, Maria Wilmoth,Barbara Sherer, Leslie,Johnetta Shablack,Dorothy Cook, Julia Testa,Jenna Cottrill, JeanWestervelt, Lloyd Kerley,Jimmye Olivey, Erin,Karen Hall, Ann Clark,Debra Koltai, Don Lowe,Lynn Palmgren, JamieSmith, Larry Phillips, Vik,Faye Shane, Greg and AmyChambers, Paula Pile

Our Military: WesDurham, Tom Stauffer,Paul Zeigler, StephenJohnson, Michael Hens,

Upcoming Calendar

Sun., Nov. 17: Holy Eucharist,

8:30 am Holy Eucharist, Chapel

10 am Holy Eucharist, Sanctuary

Godly Play(PreK – 2nd grade)

Kids of the Kingdom(grades 3rd – 5th)

11:30 am Adult Formation Class,Chapel

5:30pm EY C, Parish Hall

Tues., November19: Vestry meeting, 7 pm,Cloister

Wed., November 20: Staff Meeting, 10 am,Office

Hackett, Judy Hackett,Rebecca Gray, Anne Jones,Linda Van Ormer, GailWalters, Beth Gobble

Ushers: Rob Moore,Louise Perry, Mary Hanna-Wilcox, Tim Wilcox

Kitchen Team: FranSwan, Geoff Swan, JudyPlatt, Lois Washburn

Vestry Person of theMonth:

Eric Revell

Worship

Benjamin Phillips, KennethGearhart, Alex Reyes,Raymond Harrison

Birthdays: Rocky Long,Susan McMullen, DougSanecki, Dirk Siegmund,Jon Anderson, Jane Bunch,Anna Taylor, Claudia MaeFeifs, Bettye Milligan,Lauren Gaspar, Auden MaeRich-Minardo, WarrenKessler

Anniversary: Kathy andBob Mills, Brenda and VicGanim

The Altar Flowers aregiven to the glory of Godby Judy Hackett inthanksgiving for allvolunteers of St. Andrew’s.

Newcomers

Mid-week service, noon,Chapel Choir rehearsal, 7:15 pm,Sanctuary

Thurs., Nov. 21: Hearing the Gospel, 10:30am, Library

Sun., Nov. 24: Holy Eucharist, NewMember Liturgy

8:30 am Holy Eucharist, Chapel10 am Holy Eucharist, Sanctuary

Godly Play(PreK – 2nd grade)

Kids of the Kingdom(grades 3rd – 5th)

Ministries

Sincerely,

Kimberly RathburnParish Administrator

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church2105 West Market Street

Greensboro, North Carolina 27403336-275-1651