All events for next week are subject to change.
Thank you for your prayers, patience and perseverance during this time.
Thank you for your prayers, patience and perseverance during this time.
The Way of Love: Following Jesus and Changing the World –This week’s word is: BLESS. “The gifts we treasure most over the years are often small and simple. In easy times and in tough times, what seems to matter most is the way we show those nearest us that we've been listening to their needs, to their joys, and to their challenges.” - Mr. Fred Rogers
Thank you to all leading today’s worship —Many thanks to all assisting with today’s worship: Samantha Martinez (cantor), Mary Ellen Connell (8:00 reader/intercessor), Kristin Liu (9:30 reader/intercessor), and a very special visit made possible by Whitman Liu! Many thanks to our Tech Team for their continued support.
Advent devotional booklets –There are a limited number of hard copies of the Advent devotional booklet, “Living Well Through Advent: Practicing Patience with All Your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind” at each entrance; or download here to use electronically (or print out at home). For a simpler approach, pick up or download a copy of the one-page AM/PM Advent Prayers (“Numbering the Days of Advent”) offered by our Rector.
Cookies, Cocoa and . . . yes, Coffee TODAY Sunday, December 5th, in honor of St. Nicholas – we invite you to our first coffee hour in 20 months. Please join us following the 9:30 service in Wilkinson Hall for cookies, cocoa and coffee (tea, too!) and fellowship with friends as we celebrate the Season of Advent. (See bulletin page 12) for more details about Holiday for Giving!)
Lighting the Advent candles – One of the ways we mark the four expectant weeks of Advent is by lighting the candles on the Advent wreath. If you would like to do this during one of the four weeks of Advent, call the parish office (leave a message) or email. Single folks, empty-nesters and families welcome! The remaining Sundays in Advent are December 12 and 19th. Thank you to Shawn & John Winberg (8:00) and Debi & Rob Page (9:30) for lighting the candles today.
Memorial Service for George Richardson will be held here at St. Paul’s on Monday, December 6th at 11:00AM with interment following at St. John’s Cemetery. Calling hours will be held at Wallingford Funeral Home today, Sunday, December 5th from 2:00-5:00PM
Advent Morning Prayer – Would you like to join an online group for 7:30AM Morning Prayer the remaining three Thursdays in Advent: December 9, 16 and 23? Call or email to request the Zoom link – remember, you can join by old-fashioned landline as well as electronic device!
Christmas Memorials - Our altar will be adorned with poinsettias in memory of our loved ones. If you would like to make a donation to the Christmas Memorials, please mail your check to the church, payable to St. Paul’s Flower Fund, in the amount of $25.00 along with the names of those you would like remembered. Or, you can drop off your donation and names at the church office on Wednesdays between 11:00 and 1:00 or at the Drive-Thru on Saturday, December 11th. The deadline is December 19th. Please be sure to include your name, address and phone number. If you have any questions, please contact Sharon Rogalski at 203-678-4824 or srogal156@comcast.net.
Adult Forum The Book of Ruth - We’re reading the biblical book itself and Finding God in the Margins, by Carolyn Custis James to explore ways in which this ancient story speaks to us today. Please read up through Chapter 7 for our next Zoom meeting on Wednesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm. All are welcome. If you would like to join in, please contact the church office for Zoom information.
Volunteers Needed at St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, to sort and price items, on Wednesdays from 10am to noon. Anytime you have to give is appreciated. We also need volunteers to work at the Thrift Shop Thursday, Friday or Saturday from 10AM -1PM. Training provided! Please call or email the office for more information.
Church School - This December in St. Paul’s Church School we will be learning about the birth of Christ. We will also be practicing for this year’s Christmas Eve Pageant! Whether or not your child chooses to participate in the pageant, all are welcome to join us during this festive time of year. Church School meets weekly in Wilkinson Hall starting at 9:30. Kids in Kindergarten – Grade 5 are welcome. Contact Miss Frances with any questions.
Youth Group - Youth Group meets today, 12/5, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Wilkinson Hall. We will learn the story of Abraham and Sarah and enjoy some games. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, 12/19. Contact Miss Frances if you would like to join us
El Porvenír- El Porvenir has a special Thanksgiving edition of their Blog. Hear directly from some of the families that have personally benefitted from your support. El Porvenir's "Celebrations of Appreciation" features quotes from partners who greatly appreciate all that has been given to El Porvenir and how that has changed their lives for the better. Please check El Porvenír’s website, for more information on the organization and ways to help.
THANK YOU for your Pledge – whether it’s already in or about-to-be-received! Many thanks to everyone who has already turned in a Pledge Form for 2022 or pledged online. Thank you for those who are doing so today. If you’ve not yet had a chance to complete a form, please note that there are Pledge Forms available at each entrance. You may also pledge online. We will get your special thank-you gift to you one way or another! Thank you for everything you do to help us all STAY CONNECTED IN GOD’S BLESSINGS!
Season of Giving – This is the time of year when many of us make charitable contributions. Please remember your parish home as you do so. It’s also the time to catch up with our pledges for the year. Thank you.
Parish Office Hours -The Parish office will be open to the public on Wednesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (and by appointment). Wearing face masks and observing other physical distancing measures will be required while visiting the office. As always, you can reach the office at (203) 269-5050 or office@stpaulswallingford.org.
Thank you to all leading today’s worship —Many thanks to all assisting with today’s worship: Samantha Martinez (cantor), Mary Ellen Connell (8:00 reader/intercessor), Kristin Liu (9:30 reader/intercessor), and a very special visit made possible by Whitman Liu! Many thanks to our Tech Team for their continued support.
Advent devotional booklets –There are a limited number of hard copies of the Advent devotional booklet, “Living Well Through Advent: Practicing Patience with All Your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind” at each entrance; or download here to use electronically (or print out at home). For a simpler approach, pick up or download a copy of the one-page AM/PM Advent Prayers (“Numbering the Days of Advent”) offered by our Rector.
Cookies, Cocoa and . . . yes, Coffee TODAY Sunday, December 5th, in honor of St. Nicholas – we invite you to our first coffee hour in 20 months. Please join us following the 9:30 service in Wilkinson Hall for cookies, cocoa and coffee (tea, too!) and fellowship with friends as we celebrate the Season of Advent. (See bulletin page 12) for more details about Holiday for Giving!)
Lighting the Advent candles – One of the ways we mark the four expectant weeks of Advent is by lighting the candles on the Advent wreath. If you would like to do this during one of the four weeks of Advent, call the parish office (leave a message) or email. Single folks, empty-nesters and families welcome! The remaining Sundays in Advent are December 12 and 19th. Thank you to Shawn & John Winberg (8:00) and Debi & Rob Page (9:30) for lighting the candles today.
Memorial Service for George Richardson will be held here at St. Paul’s on Monday, December 6th at 11:00AM with interment following at St. John’s Cemetery. Calling hours will be held at Wallingford Funeral Home today, Sunday, December 5th from 2:00-5:00PM
Advent Morning Prayer – Would you like to join an online group for 7:30AM Morning Prayer the remaining three Thursdays in Advent: December 9, 16 and 23? Call or email to request the Zoom link – remember, you can join by old-fashioned landline as well as electronic device!
Christmas Memorials - Our altar will be adorned with poinsettias in memory of our loved ones. If you would like to make a donation to the Christmas Memorials, please mail your check to the church, payable to St. Paul’s Flower Fund, in the amount of $25.00 along with the names of those you would like remembered. Or, you can drop off your donation and names at the church office on Wednesdays between 11:00 and 1:00 or at the Drive-Thru on Saturday, December 11th. The deadline is December 19th. Please be sure to include your name, address and phone number. If you have any questions, please contact Sharon Rogalski at 203-678-4824 or srogal156@comcast.net.
Adult Forum The Book of Ruth - We’re reading the biblical book itself and Finding God in the Margins, by Carolyn Custis James to explore ways in which this ancient story speaks to us today. Please read up through Chapter 7 for our next Zoom meeting on Wednesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm. All are welcome. If you would like to join in, please contact the church office for Zoom information.
Volunteers Needed at St. Paul’s Thrift Shop, to sort and price items, on Wednesdays from 10am to noon. Anytime you have to give is appreciated. We also need volunteers to work at the Thrift Shop Thursday, Friday or Saturday from 10AM -1PM. Training provided! Please call or email the office for more information.
Church School - This December in St. Paul’s Church School we will be learning about the birth of Christ. We will also be practicing for this year’s Christmas Eve Pageant! Whether or not your child chooses to participate in the pageant, all are welcome to join us during this festive time of year. Church School meets weekly in Wilkinson Hall starting at 9:30. Kids in Kindergarten – Grade 5 are welcome. Contact Miss Frances with any questions.
Youth Group - Youth Group meets today, 12/5, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM in Wilkinson Hall. We will learn the story of Abraham and Sarah and enjoy some games. Our next meeting will be on Sunday, 12/19. Contact Miss Frances if you would like to join us
El Porvenír- El Porvenir has a special Thanksgiving edition of their Blog. Hear directly from some of the families that have personally benefitted from your support. El Porvenir's "Celebrations of Appreciation" features quotes from partners who greatly appreciate all that has been given to El Porvenir and how that has changed their lives for the better. Please check El Porvenír’s website, for more information on the organization and ways to help.
THANK YOU for your Pledge – whether it’s already in or about-to-be-received! Many thanks to everyone who has already turned in a Pledge Form for 2022 or pledged online. Thank you for those who are doing so today. If you’ve not yet had a chance to complete a form, please note that there are Pledge Forms available at each entrance. You may also pledge online. We will get your special thank-you gift to you one way or another! Thank you for everything you do to help us all STAY CONNECTED IN GOD’S BLESSINGS!
Season of Giving – This is the time of year when many of us make charitable contributions. Please remember your parish home as you do so. It’s also the time to catch up with our pledges for the year. Thank you.
Parish Office Hours -The Parish office will be open to the public on Wednesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (and by appointment). Wearing face masks and observing other physical distancing measures will be required while visiting the office. As always, you can reach the office at (203) 269-5050 or office@stpaulswallingford.org.
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