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W EEKLY WORD M AY 22 - M AY 29 , 2016
This Week In the Life of the Parish
May 22 - May 29, 2016
The Church Calendar can be accessed on the
St. Matthew’s Website:
http://stmattsaustin.org/About/resources.html
Evening Prayer Daily at 6:00 pm
in the Cauley Bell Tower Chapel
Adult Sunday School
May 22 This Poetic Life: Fr. Christian sits down with our resident poets, Travis Helms and Christine Havens, to intro-
duce us to the world of ‘theopoetics.’ If you hated poetry in high school, this class will change your mind. If you’ve loved
poetry all your life, this class will make you smile, and if you want to grow closer to God, this class can show you the way.
May 29 God, Country, and Poetry: In the first half of this class, Jane Michael and Fr. Christian prepare us all for Memorial
Day as they explore our poetic desire to stay connected to something bigger and to honor those who have given their life for
the greater good. The second half of the class will be a POETRY OPEN MIC TIME, so if you have a favorite poem or
want to read an original work, this is about as safe an environment as you can find. Channel the Holy Spirit for a little cour-
age and step up to the mic to share your passion.
Come on out for a lively discussion and fresh coffee! Submitted by Christian Hawley
St. Matthew’s Hailey Nichols, 2016 Brotherhood of St. Andrew Scholarship Winner
The Texas Assembly of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew has announced that Hailey Nichols—a lifelong member of St. Matthew’s—is one of two 2016 Scholarship Winners. Texas A&M, Hailey's chosen university, will receive a check for $2,000 toward her college expenses.
Hailey's involvement with the St Matthew’s and Diocese of Texas youth programs, and her academic success and involve-ment at AISD's Anderson High School, met and exceeded the Brotherhood's criteria for this scholarship.
In Hailey’s submission to the Brotherhood, Susan Goodman, St. Matthew Family Minister, stated "Hailey is incredibly mature and is a strong leader. She is a fine example of service to others."
"I would like to thank the entire congregation of St. Matthew's who have supported me and my family since the day I was born. I could not ask for a better support system and family. All my love to my mom, dad, brother, and grandparents for their continued love and assistance throughout the ups and downs life has brought to me this far! God Bless y'all." - Hailey
Our rector, The Rev. Merrill Wade, commented that “we are very impressed that Hailey did the hard work of submitting her application to the Brotherhood. And she is so deserving of this support from the Episcopal Church. I offer thanks for Don Neely and members of the Brotherhood here at St. Matthew’s for partnering with the church staff in giving this opportunity to our students and offer happy congratulations to Hailey for earning this high honor and college support!”
On behalf of the Brotherhood, we extend our congratulations to Hailey, her parents Larry & Tracey and grandparents Jack & Rita Eccles. Submitted by the St. Matthew’s Chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Graduation Ceremonies at St. Matthew’s This Week Seminary Graduation, Tuesday, May 24, 10:00 am Day School Kindergarten Graduation, Wednesday, May 25, 11:00 am
The parish is invited to attend both events; we ask that you sit in the balcony, so that families may sit close to their students. Please no parking in the Mesa lot; there will be overflow parking available in the Westover Hills Church of Christ lot. Submit-ted by Christine Havens
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St. Matthew’s 2016 Graduates
Today we recognize our St. Matthew’s graduates. Congratulations to the Class of 2016 and their families!
Cassie Shannon will be graduating with an IB Certificate from Anderson High School, and will be attending UT Austin in the fall, majoring in Chemistry. Go Horns!
Cole Matkin, son of Anne & Doug Webster, will be graduating from Westwood HS in May. He will be attending Texas A&M University.
John Patrick Day, grandson of Margaret & Larry Carpenter, is graduating from Calhoun High School, Port Lava-ca, TX and has been accepted at Texas State for the fall semester.
Hailey Nichols will be graduating from Anderson High in May. She will attend Texas A & M in the fall. She is the daughter of Tracey and Larry Nichols and the granddaughter of Jack and Rita Eccles.
Andy Muhich, son of Jeri and John Muhich, will graduate with a Masters of Divinity from Gordon-Conwell Sem-inary on May 15 in Charlotte, NC.
Trevor Heim; Master of Music in Voice, University of Texas; music education job in Austin.
Jeff Vanderlee; Master of Music in Choral Conducting, Westminster Choir College; work on doctorate.
Clark McCollum will graduate from Westwood High School on June 3, and plans to attend the University of Mississippi in the fall.
Will Kirkgard is graduating from University of Texas at Austin, with a GIS degree (Geographical Information Systems).
Arianna Victoria Doughty, daughter of Laura Myers-Doughty, graduating from Bastrop High School. Arianna wants to pursue a career in film production and cinematography.
Bryce Maverick, grandson of Jill and Stanley Bacon, graduates from Anderson High school and will be going to ACC.
Austin Edward Ard, son of Lisa and Mike Ard, graduates from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bache-lor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering. He will be working for Emergent Space Technologies.
Eric Cauble, grandson of Pat and Jim Cauble, graduates from Marble Falls High School.
Thomas Wesley (Wes) Iley IV, grandson of Lucy Boyea, graduates from Baylor with a B.S. in Computer Sci-ence.
Kailey Davis, granddaughter of Ed and Betty Davis, graduates from Trinity University, San Antonio, with a Bachelors in Business Administrator and a Minor in Creative Writing.
Catherine Field, daughter of Gabrielle Field, will graduate from Hill Elementary School in June. Catherine will attend Murchison Middle School in the fall.
Christopher Fryer, graduating from Leander High School in Cedar Park, grandson of Jim and Linda Fryer.
Lauren Stork, graduating from Cedar Ridge High School in Round Rock, granddaughter of Jim and Linda Fryer.
Memorial Day Observance
In observance of Memorial Day, the church offices will be closed Monday, May 30. We will resume regular business hours
(8:00 am - 4:00 pm) on Tuesday, May 31. Submitted by Mickie Dunn
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The Soul of a Musician Series is an outreach to musicians and to those who appreciate and respect their craft. Each evening is a concert and a conversation with the artists. We gather Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm at Iron Cactus, 10001 Stonelake Blvd, and invite you to come early to enjoy fellowship, food, and beverages before the show. Here are the upcoming shows:
May 22 - Cilantro Boombox - http://www.cilantroboombox.com/
May 29 - no show, Memorial Day
June 5 - Mobley - http://mobleywho.com/
June 12 - Patrice Pike
June 19 - Tim Easton
A link to the Soul Series can be found on St. Matt’s website, http://stmattsaustin.org/ and on Facebook at Soul of a Musician Series. Submitted by Merrill Wade
May is Music, Music, Music!!
Mark your calendars for these great musical events in May!
Concerts here at St. Matthew’s Sanctuary:
Sunday, May 22 Balcones Community Orchestra 4:00 pm Jean Fuller, St. Matthew’s Music Director and Organist, will play Handel's Organ Concerto, Opus 4 in B flat, with the Bal-cones Community Orchestra. Our newly dedicated Johannus digital organ is one of the highlights of this concert! We invite to join us for a Sunday afternoon of musical relaxation--free admission!
Saturday, May 28 Chorus Austin 8:00 pm Sunday, May 29 Chorus Austin 4:00 pm
Submitted by Jean Fuller
Veterans Outreach in May
Tuesday, May 24 The Episcopal Veterans Fellowship meets again, this time down at St David’s, 1850-2000. It’s a great place for fellowship and compline.
Monday, May 29 Start off your Memorial Day with Morning Prayer as we join our brothers and sisters at St Mark’s Episcopal Church for this liturgy of memory and gratitude. Service begins at 8:30 am. Submitted by Christian Hawley
The Creed of St Athanasius
In place of the Nicene Creed today, we used excerpts from the creed of St Athanasius. This statement of faith is attributed to the foremost Nicene theologian, St Athanasius of Alexandria, although his actual authorship is somewhat doubtful. The creed dates to at least the 5th century and is a fuller statement of our Trinitarian beliefs. It was long used alongside the Nicene and Apostles’ creeds, but has fallen out of favor over the last couple of centuries. The Anglican Church no longer uses it in our liturgies, with Trinity Sunday being the only exception; however, we do still hold on to it as part of heritage. A full version can be found in the Historical Documents Section of our Book of Common Prayer, on page 864. Submitted by Chris-tian Hawley
Today!!
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Monday Noon Clergy Class
All classes start at noon sharp and end at 1:00 pm sharp
May 23 Addressing other Religions Part II: After a brief recap of part I, Fr. Christian will introduce the more recent theories of mutuality and acceptance. We’ll wrap up by talking about practical applications here in Austin and St Matthew’s role in IACT. Class has been moved to B-21.
May 30 No class in observation of Memorial Day.
Submitted by Christian Hawley
Registration for Men's Annual Retreat, June 3-6, 2016
“The Kingdom of God is within You … The Kingdom of God is among You”
All men of the parish are invited to attend the 2016 Men's Retreat, June 3-5, 2016, at the Well Spring Retreat Center, near Blanco, TX. Enjoy good fellowship and good food with the men of St. Matthew’s.
Travis Helms will lead the Retreat Program on “Living Into the Parables of the Kingdom.” Jesus’ parables concerning the kingdom of God are some of the most intriguing in all the Gospels. Variously described as yeast, a mustard seed, hidden treasure, a merchant searching for pearls, etc., what did the kingdom mean to Jesus; and what do his parables have to tell us about the Christian life today? Travis will take us through a close study of the texts to help uncover the deeper meaning be-hind the parables of the kingdom, and its significance for our lives and work.
Visit the Registration Table before or after Sunday 10:30 Services in May for information and registration, or access the Retreat Registration Brochure at http://s3.amazonaws.com/dfc_attachments/public/documents/3221846/St__Matthews_Mens_Retreat_Brochure_2016_v2.pdf. You can also submit questions by email, call, or text to Don Neely ([email protected], 512-507-5023) Submitted by Don Neely
A Big Thank You to Our Pentecost Kitchen Team!
A big thank you to our most helpful and professional kitchen team who worked on Sat. and Sunday before and after Pentecost Luncheon.
Chef Robert was on a much needed vacation so his assistant, Chef Kate, guided us through all the preparations. Also, a very special thanks to the Holy Smokers who cooked during the night under the Huffman Hall portico as it was pouring down rain last Saturday. The chicken was delicious!
Every task was accomplished and we even went home early! Thanks to all of you for your work for Pentecost Sunday’s luncheon. Submitted by Jean Fuller
Lou Galie Pat and Chuck Naeve Joyce Statz Don and Judy Neeley Marjorie Hooper Lee Gresham Maria Harp Armando Ruiz Jacki Ducharme
Patty O’Hara Richard Gresham Linda and Dale Vanhorn Alternate Team: Linda Fryer Martha Galie Susan and Woody Ledenham
Decorations and set-up: Gladys Valles Salma Valles Jean Fuller Jose Prado Money Takers!!! Lisa Ottenbacher Kristin Braun
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Feeding the homeless with your help
There are four ways you or your children or grandchildren can support the St. Matt’s Caritas outreach program:
Donate one non-perishable food item or a dollar a week—contact: Jane Baxter Lynn [email protected]
Volunteer at the Caritas North Pantry—contact: Nick and Linda Noy [email protected]
Join the Cooking for Caritas team or sponsor the cost of 1 month’s meal $200—contact: Frank Lynn [email protected]
Become a Caritas Food Basket bearer, a special role during Sunday service for young children—contact: Larry Richards [email protected]
If we, the 200 families who attend St. Matt’s every Sunday, bring to service one non-perishable food item for Caritas, we could give 10,000lbs of food this year to people whose lives have been diminished by poverty and homelessness in Austin.
If you weren’t able to bring an item this week and would like to contribute, you are welcome to place a $1.00 donation in the Caritas money box, near the collection baskets in the Sanctuary Commons, the proceeds from which are used to purchase food. You’re welcome to empty your pockets of any change too!
This week’s main needs for the Caritas Food Pantries are: canned ham, fruit cocktail and pineapple; cold cereals; hamburger helper-type meals, and dried pasta. The pantries could also use: shaving cream, tooth paste and tooth brushes. Please be sure
Feed My Sheep—Outreach in Action
Larry and I recently took the leftover food from the Pentecost luncheon to Casa Marianella. Casa serves as an emergency
homeless shelter for recently arrived men and women immigrants and asylum seekers. They are located in the Montopolis
area of Austin. The day we went there was a big volley ball game going on in the back yard with a middle school class who
had provided sandwiches for lunch. The two ladies in charge greeted us and were thrilled with our pans of brisket, sausage,
slaw, potato salad, beans, “poppers” and loaves of bread. There were no plans for provisions for dinner that night and St.
Matthew”s filled the need. Feeding Jesus’ sheep literally. Submitted by Margaret Carpenter
Remembrances Memorial Wall Discounts Drawing to a Close—8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. . .to the Goal of 40
If you have not yet purchased a tile for the Remembrances Memorial Wall, time is running out to get them with the $100 discount (4x8 tiles discounted to $150 and 8x8s discounted to $400).
In November 2015, the Vestry approved a proposal from the Memorial Garden Committee (MGC) to build a Remembrances Memorial Wall adjacent to the Common Urn slab, provided that the MGC sell 40 tile spaces first. The terracotta clay etched and fired tiles, either 4x8 or 8x8 inches are available to memorialize a person you wish remembered. The 4x8 tiles allow two lines of white, glazed text, while the 8x8 tiles allow four lines of the same.
For the near future, the MGC will have a table in the Commons to answer questions and sell tiles. Please contact Larry Richards, MGC Chair, at [email protected] for more information. Submitted by Larry Richards
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So, what’s happening with the basement floor?
One Sunday evening, about a month ago, someone left the water running in one of the sinks in the downstairs women’s bathroom. The sink overflowed and we ended up with ½ inch of water in the women’s bathroom and in the hallway between the choir room and the AED machine (across from the acolyte vesting room). There was water damage as far as inside the men’s bathroom, too.
When we discovered the water, we called Blackmon Mooring who came in and removed all the water and the wet carpets. They also drilled holes in the walls and ran heaters and dehumidifiers for a week. We have also filed an insurance claim and are making plans for fixing the damage.
We have delayed starting the repairs to the carpet and walls because it makes good sense (financially and logistically) to coordinate the repair work with the Gratitude Together renovations to the bathrooms. Jim Michael is finalizing the bidding from our contractor and we should have a tentative schedule for repairs in a few weeks. Submitted by Chris Schumacher
Our Prayer List
Do you ever wonder how some names are on the prayer list for quite a while and others seem to be on for a short time? The St. Matthew’s policy is to keep names on the prayer list for one month only unless some other period of time is requested. Please submit your prayer requests first to our receptionists, Mickie and Margaret, by phone call, email ([email protected]), or note. They are then sent on to Christine for publishing in the Weekly Word. Submitted by Mickie Dunn
Note from Your Treasurer—Outreach $$$
To complete the 2016 Lenten Outreach Project, St. Matthew’s sent $5,907 to Heifer International for farm animals here and abroad. Before we become too righteous about this amount, be it noted that this same project in 2011 sent $12,200 to Heifer.
St. Matthew’s monetary outreach flows through three channels: (1) the Episcopal Diocese of Texas requires payment of the parish assessment so we can have a vote and seat at the annual Diocesan Council—the assessment includes St. Matthew’s share to finance missions everywhere in the Diocese, (2) St. Matthew’s voluntary outreach is financed in the operating budget mostly through the Outreach Commission, and (3) St. Matthew’s conducts some off-budget outreach financing as voluntary special projects. The recent history of annual dollar disbursement amounts below is for these off-budget projects.
Project/Activity 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Good Faith Fund $32,000 $38,000 $45,000 $51,000 $56,000 Heifer (Lent) $12,200 $10,300 $10,600 $ 7,100 $ 6,800 Others $ 5,000 $ 3,300 $ 1,500 $ 5,300 $ 3,500 Garage Sale, Dedicated to Outreach $ 3,000
Classified under “Others” are El Buen Samaritano Thanksgiving, Christmas Perfect Gift, Caritas Cooking and Pantry, and Angel Tree—all of which have changed their arrangements over the years.
The point of this note is that encouraging and maintaining St. Matthew’s enthusiasm for episodic outreach giving seems to wax and wane over the years. The Good Faith Fund is a favorite and everyone is very thankful. Everyone is free to choose a favorite path to sharing God’s command to serve. Submitted by Jack Robertson ([email protected])
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Family Ministry News
Family Service Dates: May 22: Family Service May 29: Family Service (Memorial Day weekend) June 5: Family Service June 12: Family Combined Service, sanctuary—with Elizabeth McQueen!
St. Matt’s Summer Calendar
Does your group have a regularly scheduled time to meet at St. Matt’s? If so, and you will not meet during all or portions of the Summer months, please email me at [email protected] or call the church office at 512-345-8314 to update your schedule. Your last date to meet for the summer and projected first date back in the fall are needed. This helps to free up space for other requested events and also to properly schedule air conditioning and staff resources. Submitted by Mickie Dunn
The Mix End of the Year Celebration – 3rd, 4th and 5th graders
Join us for an afternoon of swimming with your St. Matthew’s friends. We will gather at Balcones Woods Neighborhood Pool (behind Seton Northwest) on Sunday, May 22, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Bring a towel, sunscreen, goggles and a friend or two. The more the merrier! Please RSVP to Susan Goodman at [email protected].
The Breakfast Club Continues Sunday Mornings, 9:00 – 10:15 am, Youth Center
Who: ALL parishioners and visitors
What: Come join us for breakfast…adults can come grab a quick bite of breakfast before Adult Sunday School OR families can swing by and drop kiddos off before Sunday School or stay together as a family for fellowship.
Where: Youth Center (2nd floor of the Day School - terra cotta bldg.)
When: Sunday mornings, 9:00 - 10:15 am
Why: Fellowship! We are offering a relaxed intergenerational offering for folks of all ages to gather together.
Each Sunday we will offer coffee, juice, fruit, tacos or pastries (gluten-free option every Sunday, too). Submitted by Susan Goodman
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Save the Date – R2F (Roots to Fruit) Summer Day Camp – August 16, 17, 18, from 1:00 – 4:00 for children K-5th grade and 6th-12 grade. St. Matthew’s has developed an age-appropriate and comprehensive ministry that helps children grow in their faith at every stage of their life. We call it Roots to Fruit! At the end of the summer, the Family Ministry Team will offer a 3-day creative offering for children to explore the many branches of the church. Each day we will focus on a particular limb of our faith community: Service, Formation, and Music. For more information, please contact Susan Goodman at [email protected]. Submitted by Susan Goodman
Colorful Prayers: Open to ALL ages:
Summer is rapidly approaching and we are hopeful that you will find some time to slow down, take a deep breath, and reset. Slowing down, being quiet and prayerful, can be so difficult in our busy lives—especially for kiddos. The Family Ministry Team will be offering Colorful Prayers on Tuesdays (June 7 - August 9) from 11:30 am- 1:30 pm. Bring your kiddos or come alone; bring your lunch . . . this time will be a non-stressful opportunity to pray and create a beautiful response. All supplies are provided and many mediums will be available…painting, coloring, clay work, tissue paper, etc. You are certainly invited to bring you own creative materials as well. We will gather in B-17 and you are welcome to come and go as needed. Invite a friend, neighbor, or loved one. It is a fantastic opportunity for parents, grandparents, children and all others to beat the heat and have fellowship with friends new and old. Questions? Please contact Susan Goodman at [email protected]. Submitted by Susan Goodman
Summer Family Activities
This coming summer, the Family Ministry team will be offering Beat the Heat: Summer Movies with a Message on Tuesdays (beginning June 7) from 2:00 – 4:00 pm in the Youth Center for parishioners and friends. Bring a blanket and come watch a G-rated movie, then discuss some Christian themes woven throughout that movie. We will also be offering a Family Fun Night every Thursday evening (beginning June 9) from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the Youth Center. We will trade off weekly playing games and watching a Movie with a Message. The schedule will come out soon and look for posters around the campus in mid-May. This will be a fun alternative for your family and a great way to meet new folks. For more information, please contact Susan Goodman, Family Minister at [email protected].
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VBS Registration Update!
VBS 2016 is full. We have filled over 200 spots…please email Susan Goodman, Family Minister at [email protected] to place your child on the waiting list. Please indicate child’s name and age/grade in the upcoming fall! Submitted by Susan Goodman
VBS Work Days We are already beginning to get backdrops ready, decorations pulled together, and projects started for our amazing VBS coming up on June 27! We need your help! Any age can help and we will offer childcare for the dates below. PLEASE come help us out. We have many projects to tackle and the more help makes the projects go quicker. NO SPECIAL SKILLS NEED-
ED. A large portion of our work is painting foam boards that are already drawn and designed. We supply all the materials, and you will have a blast meeting new folks from the parish. Consider helping out. Please contact Susan Goodman at [email protected] if you have any questions. May 22 (noon - 4:00 pm), B21 - childcare in B16 June 5 (noon - 4:00 pm), B21 - childcare in B16 June 12 (2:00 - 5:00 pm), B21 - childcare in B16 *more dates TBD*
VBS work has already started—jump on board! We are meeting today to knock out some projects in the basement from Noon - 4:00. Childcare offered in B16. Join us!
VBS News
VBS Wish-list
(this list will be updated on a regular basis)
Donations:
inflatable floats, rings, beach balls, sand toys, shells
kites, beach umbrellas, nets, boogie boards,
LOTS of colorful sponges (4.7in. x 3 in.)
Borrow:
surf boards , life rings/floats or anything fantastic from the beach
We will keep a container in the commons for drop off on Sundays. Thank you!!!
Need more info., please contact Susan Goodman at [email protected].
Today!!
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Youth Ministry News
May Youth Events — Please join us as we live into our new identity and leadership as S.O.S. Friends always welcome!
Sunday, 5/22 Youth Group. 6:00-8:00 pm in Youth Center.
Other events TBD!
S.O.S.—a letter from the Youth Group
Mission & Vision Statement: A community of fun and fellowship, exploring, growing and serving through the Power of Christ.”
Scriptural Motto: “Mightier than the thunder of the great waters, mightier than the breakers of the sea— the LORD on high is mighty” (Psalm 93:4)
On behalf of St. Matthew’s Youth Ministry, we, as elected “firsts among equals,” would like to take this opportunity to present our new Youth community name, logo and mission/vision statement.
After much prayer, discernment and conversation with Travis and the Youth Ministry Team, we have chosen the name “SOS” to represent our shared identity and beliefs.
The meaning of the name is two-fold. The primary significance harkens to the nautical abbreviation for "Save Our Ship,” and includes the alternative meanings of "Save Our Souls” and "Send Out Sustenance.”
The name is meant to suggest the circumstances in which many middle and high school students find themselves. Our world and schools can often seem confusing and chaotic. With the constant inundation of negative pressure from peers and social media, sometimes it feels difficult to stay afloat.
S.O.S. is a place where we stay spiritually buoyant and supported as a commu-nity. Through worship, formation and fellowship, we become equipped to deal with life’s challenges—and, if necessary—throw out a “life-preserver” to others in need.
A secondary meaning of our community also draws on Ephesians 6:17, which speaks of “the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God.” At S.O.S., we explore ways to let God’s Word inform and empower us as we make decisions (Additionally, there is the fact that we meet as 6th graders - 17 year olds, start our fellowship at approximately 6:17 after a few minutes of gathering for meetings (and, of course, always have “Snacks On Sundays”).
We would always be happy to tell any of you more about our community, and welcome any safeguarded adults to participate in our regular fellowship events and outreach projects.
With thanks and many blessings,
P.I.P.S.O.S. (“Princepes Inter Pares” — “Firsts among equals,” The Youth Leadership Team of S.O.S.)
Abbey Goodman Carsten Groos Libby O'Connell Mason Tappe Kate Upchurch Ian Webster
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In Our Prayers May 22 - May 29, 2016 This list is read aloud at daily Evening Prayer (6 pm, Charlotte Cauley Gray Bell Tower Chapel)
and is included on the Intercessory Prayer Network.
Clergy: Justin of Canterbury; Archbishop; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Andy, Dena, and Jeff, our Bishops; Merrill, Chris-tian, Chuck, Jerry, Jim, Dorothy, and Margaret, our clergy; and John and Carrie, our seminarians.
Lay Leadership: the Staff, the Wardens, Treasurer and Vestry, the Endowment Committee and the Memorial Garden Committee, and all the other commissions and councils of the Vestry of St. Matthew’s.
Our Outreach Partners and Ministries: Kairos, Habitat for Humanity, El Buen Samaritano, Good Faith Ministry, MPAC, Job Support, Care for the Caregiver, Heifer Project, Casa Marianella, Caritas, Capital Area Food Bank, Trinity Center, Wom-en’s Story Book Project, Hope House, Honduras Good Works, Interfaith Action of Central Texas (IACT), Prayer Shawl Ministry, Threads of Love, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Daughters of the King, the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, Community of Hope, and the Episcopal Veterans Fellowship.
Our men and women in the Armed Forces and others who serve our country at home and overseas.
Our brothers and sisters in Christ who are actively being persecuted for your name, and all of God’s children who know suffering at the hands of war, disease, natural disaster, injustice, and oppression. Remembering especially the churches in Syria, Egypt, and Iraq, and the people of Afghanistan, Ukraine, and the Holy Land; the people of Syria and all those around the world affected by terrorism and violence; all those in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, and elsewhere, affected by the wildfire.
The students, families and staff of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School and other schools and seminaries: General Theological Seminary and Seminary of the Southwest.
Those on our prayer list:
Jim Sparks Tom Hudson Alex Acosta Jane Bray Barbara Borden
Larry Nichols Glen Ellis Colette Torres Mike Wilson Sue DuMond
Dorothy Keys Rich Miller Howard Murphy Cressa Mast Jeffrey Seiler
Virgie Seiler Nancy Richards Suzanne Strocko Carlyn Erma Warhus
Harlan Stahlecker Mare Winter Reenie & Bill David & Charliss James & Glenda
Peggy S. Andrew & Amanda Bill & Doris Bill & Earlyne Stella & family
Robert Boyd Billie Stallsworth Linda Jones Laura Sarah
Margery Elskes the Shands family the Hogan family Steven Brooke James Goodman
Mary Jane Perry Julie & family Mandy Hubbard Neva Warren Bob Frank
Gabriel Lexi Woody Ledenham Susan Wolfram Christina
Marilyn Alec & Elizabeth Justin Reed Maureen Davis the Melton family
Dr. Harold Stephens Laurie Brown Allen Butler Joyce Toellner Erin Campbell
Colten Campbell Laurie Wells Matson Jamie McGillicuddy Jane Frances Rabil
Rev. Dorothy Robinson Mark Clifton & family Mike & Melissa Stokes
Jim & Martha Funderburgh baby Nelson & family the Von Wupperfeld family
Josephine Doughtery Aliza, Edward & baby John & Georgia Tabor
Laura Myers-Doughty Sue Burton & family Bob Pohlman & family
Lee & Carly & families John Branham & the Bedolli family Nancy & Joe Satterfield
the family of Mary Matthews
Patti Shannon & the Zepf family
Those who have died:
Elsie Bedolli, grandmother of John Branham
Judy Hogan, mother of David Hogan
Ann Pohlman, aunt of Ann O’Connell
Mary Matthews
Thomas Melton
Barbara Zepf, mother of Patti Shannon
Altar Flowers Dedications
Altar flowers are given to the glory of God, and by Ron & Lisa Ottenbacher
in celebration of their 17th anniversary.
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THE CHURCH OFFERS NURTURING AND EXPERIENCED CHILDCARE EVERY SUNDAY MORNING
8:30 - 11:30 am in Huffman Nursery for children 0-4 years old
Personal prayer teams are available during communion at the 10:30 service in the sanctuary. We have a prayer station on the west side in the gallery. All prayer requests and discussions are completely confidential.
Home delivery of communion is available if you are unable to come to church and would like Holy Communion brought to you on Sunday, please call the church office at 512-345-8314.
If you are unable to walk to the altar for holy communion today, please notify an usher and the communion elements will be brought to you where you are seated.
BE IN THE KNOW about parish events and news! You can subscribe to the St. Matthew’s email list by visiting our website at www.stmattsaustin.org and clicking the “Subscribe” button on our homepage.
All submissions, including prayer requests, for the Weekly Word must be received by the church office by Wednesday at noon in order to appear in the upcoming Sunday’s edition. Please send Weekly Word articles to Christine at [email protected] or [email protected];
prayer requests, send to Mickie at [email protected]
Church Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday, May 15: 8:00 am HE I, 33; 10:30 am HE II Combined Service, 399; 5:15 pm Contemplative HE, 5; 6:30 pm, Soul of a Musician, 121; Total: 558 Wednesday, May 18: 7:00 am, 5; 12:oo pm Service of Public Healing, 7;
3:00 pm, Westminster, 14; Total: 26 Vestry Persons of the Month for May: Janice Watkins & Mark Strickland
If we can assist you in any way, please contact the Church Office.
Rector: The Rev. Merrill Wade
Associate Rector: The Rev. Christian Hawley
Rector Emeritus: The Rev. Charles Huffman
Assisting Clergy: The Rev. Jerry Chapman, The Rev. Dorothy Robinson, The Rev. Jim Williams, The Rev. Margaret Waters
Director of Music/Organist: Ms. Jean Farris Fuller
Choral Director: Eric Johnson
Family Minister: Susan Goodman
Youth Minister: Travis Helms
Children’s Minister: Gloria Bankler
Seniors’ Minister: Lucy Boyea
Our Vestry: Senior Warden, Doug O’Connell; Junior Warden, Lisa Ottenbacher; Lise Harding; Debbie Simons; Jim Michael; Janice Watkins; Charlie Smith; Alison Street; Sandra Bravo; Alexis Bagshaw; Becky Casares; Lisa Hobbs; Barbara Haynes; Mark Strickland; Anne Webster; Treasurer, Jack Robertson
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 8134 Mesa Drive Austin, TX 78759
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ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
May 15, 2016 Sermon 10:30 am Sanctuary Service The Rev. Christian Hawley
http://tinyurl.com/holymischief
Readings for Sunday, May 29: 1 Kings 8:22-23 ,41-43
Psalm 96:1-9 Galatians 1:1-12
Luke 7:1-10
Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under
Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed
handgun.
Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed
under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun
that is carried openly.
