O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Serving on Sunday (Jan 3rd):
* Greeter: David T * Host: Lather
* Readers: Rich K, Judi S
* Psalm & Prayers: Marge B
* Chalice: Judi S, Leslie B * Announcements: Jon C * Counters: Kathy D, Bev B
NEW Verger List Sunday assignments through December
Lessons Appointed for Sunday, Second Sunday after Christmas
Announcements – January 3, 2016
A Special Thank You – Thank you so much for your very generous gift this Christmas Season. We are unsure exactly how this gift will be used in the coming year. We are overwhelmed by your generosity!
Discretionary Fund Reminder – This Sunday the loose offering will be donated to the Parish Discretionary Funds that allow us to reach out to those around less fortunate than ourselves. Please be as generous as possible.
Laying on of Hands – This Sunday - Please gather at the Baptismal Font immediately after you have received communion.
The New Verger Schedule is available. A few printed copies can be found in the narthex. This online version of the new verger schedule is available at this link.
Annual Meeting Reports due January 13 - Please submit your reports for the Annual Reports to Paula Stevens in electronic format by January 13. Annual Meeting is Saturday, January 23. Thanks, Scott and the Vestry.
The Warming Shelter at The Haven is open. If you are interested in being part of a Sunday Lunch ministry, simple hot meal of either soup or casserole with bread in our parish hall please contact Jon Chaffee or Diana Collins. Following the meal we would assist our guests to other warm locations in the area.
It is not too late to return your Stewardship Pledge! – Help us plan better for next year by submitting your pledge as soon as possible. Thank you.
United Valley Interfaith Project
Would you like to be a Five Minute Friend? Do you wish to learn more about Car Title Lending and the negative impact this has on our economic structure and our community? Are you a senior and you wish to share your story with others?
If you are interested in learning more about the United Valley Interfaith Project (UVIP), there is now an internal UVIP Team at St. Paul's Church. The newly formed St. Paul's UVIP Team consists of Sally McFarlin, Eva Moss and Diane Root. We plan to work closely with our church community on various campaign issues, informing you of upcoming events and provide material relevant to these campaigns. Please check the United Valley Interfaith Project Bulletin Board, located in the hallway. Sally, Eva and Diane are available to chat with you any time concerning these issues or any other issue that is important to you. Look forward to sharing, listening and above all caring. Sally R McFarlin
Shawl Outreach Ministry - We have been given a large supply of yarn toward our Shawl Outreach Ministry. If you or a friend or neighbor would like to make mini shawls, regular shawls, or scarfs, we will provide the yarn and directions. More shawls are needed as are more people who can knit or crochet. If you want more information or have questions, please contact Holly.
Caring Ministry Meeting- anyone who helps with Pastoral Care, Prayers, or Healing Ministries, please come to our next meeting January 17th, 11:45 in church Chapel. If you are not able to attend, please let Fr. Scott or Holly know.
Brookside Nursing Home Service - Out next service is January 10th. Volunteers meet at Brookside at 1:45 and service is 2-2:30.
Ongoing Reminders
Leadership Team Meeting – every Wednesday 9:30-11:30am
Worship Team meets – 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Church Library at 4pm, all are welcome to attend.
Vestry meets - third Tuesday of the month in the Parish House at 6:30pm. All are welcome to attend.
Brookside Nursing Home Church Services – Brookside services are second Sunday of the month September- July. Our next services are January 10th and February 14th. For more information, please contact Holly.
Knit and Purl Fellowship – first and third Mondays of the month at the Parish House, 6:30pm. In January, we will meet January 4th and 18th.
Listen Community Dinners 2016 – - In 2016, St. Paul's dinners begin March 21st. Other dates are; May 16th, July 18th, Sept. 19th and Nov. 21st. Listen does not serve dinners on Holidays which is the reason we are not serving a meal Jan. 18th.
St. Paul's Fun Google Group – Join our group that we use to invite parishioners to come together for a fun activity. If there's a movie that you'd like to see, a hike you'd like to go on, or any kind of fun event you would like company to, this is the place to put out the word. These activities build our connection with one another and strengthen our community! Email Jill Fischer at jill@positivecouples.com to be added to this list.
Scott’s Schedule:
Monday, January 4: Office Hours 9-12
Tuesday, January 5: Office Hours 9-12
Wednesday, January 6: The Epiphany, 5:30 PM Holy Eucharist
Friday, January 8, Sabbath Day
Saturday, January 9, Sabbath Da
Upcoming Events
Please send event and prayer updates to announcements.spc@gmail.com
Monday, January 4 – 6:30pm Knit and Purl Fellowship
Wednesday, January 6 – 5:30 PM – The Epiphany – Holy Eucharist and hymns
Sunday, January 10 – 2:00pm Brookside Service
Sunday, January 17th – Caring Team Meeting
Monday, January 18 – 6:30pm Knit and Purl Fellowship
Saturday, January 23 – Annual Meeting of the parish