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: LEARN. In The Very Good Gospel (now being read and discussed by Adult Forum), author Lisa Sharon Harper differentiates between “thin vs. thick faith”. A thin faith “lacks deep roots in the Scriptures and Christian tradition. . .To overcome thin faith, Christians need to study Scripture in light of the writers’ historic and cultural contexts, the original meanings of words, and the biblical text in the context of the teachings of church fathers and mothers. It requires serious study and reflection.” How can you “thicken” your faith? What do you need from your parish to help you do so?
Thank you to all leading today’s worship —Many thanks to all assisting with today’s worship: Samantha Martinez (cantor), Helen Stowe (flute), Bob Knowlton (reader) and YOU! Many thanks to Linda Liversidge-Daley, Kit Hensler, Bill Merrick, Ralph Nardi, Tim Rowe, and Joe Sholtes for tech support.
Youth Group - Our final youth group meeting of the school year will be next Sunday, May 16th. We will meet at the Abbate’s home from 2:30-4:00. We’ll eat pizza and s’mores and play games! Contact Miss Frances if you would like to join us.
Church School - Our final church school module for the year – Explore the Marvels of God’s Creation! – continues. We will meet at the Wallingford Walking Trail at Fresh Meadows at 1:00 PM today. We will also meet next Sunday, 5/16. This module will conclude with a (rescheduled) Earth Day Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, May 23! Contact Miss Frances with any questions.
Regathering (Good!) News – We’re thrilled to resume in-person worship on the North Lawn Next Sunday, May 16, at 9:30AM, weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair and dress according to the weather. For your safety and well-being, face masks and all physical distancing measures in our Regathering Covenant will be observed. Sign-up here or by calling the parish office at (203) 269-5050 (leave a message). This service will be livestreamed and recorded for those unable to attend. You should have received a letter or email (or both) this week with more information about our Regathering plans. Please see the Rector or Senior Warden Chuck Maynard with any questions.
Companions in Mission Ministry Webinar - Join the Companions in Mission Ministry Network on this Tuesday, May 11 from 7-8:30 p.m. for the webinar, Bringing Hope: To the Local. Come hear about the hope being brought through local mission during these challenging times. Carrie Amos, President, Jericho Partnership will share the hope that strengthens the organization's plans for the future. Jericho Partnership is an affiliation of laypeople and church groups which follow Jesus in word and deed to serve the at risk community in Danbury, Connecticut. Learn more and register online.
Adult Forum news - **Note: class will begin at 7:30PM THIS week, May 12th** - In May and June, we will read and discuss The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Right, by Lisa Sharon Harper, an African-American writer, speaker, activist, and playwright. In the book, Harper explores the concept of “shalom” which she believes is at the core of the “good news” of the Bible. The Forum meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. (this week class begins at 7:30PM) via Zoom, which can be accessed by computer, phone, tablet, or landline. For our next meeting on May 12th, please read Chapters 2-3. If you would like to join in for this session and/or need help ordering the book, please contact the office.
Wear RED on Pentecost Sunday, May 23 – We’re looking for folks to help proclaim the Pentecost Gospel in different languages on the North Lawn and for our livestream. Please contact the Rector to get the translation and other details. Thank you!
The Memorial Garden Committee is looking for two persons to join our group to help maintain this small area. No green thumb required. Some duties are: attending work parties as needed, watering during the season, weeding, attending committee meetings as needed, assigned weeks to do these chores, and most importantly maintaining the integrity of Saint Paul’s Sacred Ground. Please contact the office if interested
St. Paul’s Sacred Trust Committee -The Committee will be reviewing college student Honorarium requests. All requests should be submitted to the Parish Office no later than Sunday, June 13. Please contact Ralph Nardi at ralph.nardi@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Welcome back home to Camp Washington! - Camp Washington is taking registrations for camp sessions in July and August, using safe protocols. Details are available on their website. St Paul’s parishioners are welcome to apply for “camperships” to assist with camp fees by contacting us no later than Sunday, June 13th.
Morning Prayer is being offered Tuesday Mornings at 7:30 via Zoom. We will meet for the duration of April and May. Please contact the office if you are interested, so that I can get the Zoom link to you. --Helen Stowe
"Forward Day by Day” for May – July 2021 now available — Please pick up your daily devotional during Wednesday public office hours, or request that it be sent or dropped off to you, indicating whether you prefer regular or large-print.
Parish Office Hours -The Parish office will be open on Wednesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (or by appointment). Wearing face masks and observing other physical distancing measures will be required while visiting the office. As always, you can contact the office here.
Thank you to all leading today’s worship —Many thanks to all assisting with today’s worship: Samantha Martinez (cantor), Helen Stowe (flute), Bob Knowlton (reader) and YOU! Many thanks to Linda Liversidge-Daley, Kit Hensler, Bill Merrick, Ralph Nardi, Tim Rowe, and Joe Sholtes for tech support.
Youth Group - Our final youth group meeting of the school year will be next Sunday, May 16th. We will meet at the Abbate’s home from 2:30-4:00. We’ll eat pizza and s’mores and play games! Contact Miss Frances if you would like to join us.
Church School - Our final church school module for the year – Explore the Marvels of God’s Creation! – continues. We will meet at the Wallingford Walking Trail at Fresh Meadows at 1:00 PM today. We will also meet next Sunday, 5/16. This module will conclude with a (rescheduled) Earth Day Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, May 23! Contact Miss Frances with any questions.
Regathering (Good!) News – We’re thrilled to resume in-person worship on the North Lawn Next Sunday, May 16, at 9:30AM, weather permitting. Bring a lawn chair and dress according to the weather. For your safety and well-being, face masks and all physical distancing measures in our Regathering Covenant will be observed. Sign-up here or by calling the parish office at (203) 269-5050 (leave a message). This service will be livestreamed and recorded for those unable to attend. You should have received a letter or email (or both) this week with more information about our Regathering plans. Please see the Rector or Senior Warden Chuck Maynard with any questions.
Companions in Mission Ministry Webinar - Join the Companions in Mission Ministry Network on this Tuesday, May 11 from 7-8:30 p.m. for the webinar, Bringing Hope: To the Local. Come hear about the hope being brought through local mission during these challenging times. Carrie Amos, President, Jericho Partnership will share the hope that strengthens the organization's plans for the future. Jericho Partnership is an affiliation of laypeople and church groups which follow Jesus in word and deed to serve the at risk community in Danbury, Connecticut. Learn more and register online.
Adult Forum news - **Note: class will begin at 7:30PM THIS week, May 12th** - In May and June, we will read and discuss The Very Good Gospel: How Everything Wrong Can Be Made Right, by Lisa Sharon Harper, an African-American writer, speaker, activist, and playwright. In the book, Harper explores the concept of “shalom” which she believes is at the core of the “good news” of the Bible. The Forum meets on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. (this week class begins at 7:30PM) via Zoom, which can be accessed by computer, phone, tablet, or landline. For our next meeting on May 12th, please read Chapters 2-3. If you would like to join in for this session and/or need help ordering the book, please contact the office.
Wear RED on Pentecost Sunday, May 23 – We’re looking for folks to help proclaim the Pentecost Gospel in different languages on the North Lawn and for our livestream. Please contact the Rector to get the translation and other details. Thank you!
The Memorial Garden Committee is looking for two persons to join our group to help maintain this small area. No green thumb required. Some duties are: attending work parties as needed, watering during the season, weeding, attending committee meetings as needed, assigned weeks to do these chores, and most importantly maintaining the integrity of Saint Paul’s Sacred Ground. Please contact the office if interested
St. Paul’s Sacred Trust Committee -The Committee will be reviewing college student Honorarium requests. All requests should be submitted to the Parish Office no later than Sunday, June 13. Please contact Ralph Nardi at ralph.nardi@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Welcome back home to Camp Washington! - Camp Washington is taking registrations for camp sessions in July and August, using safe protocols. Details are available on their website. St Paul’s parishioners are welcome to apply for “camperships” to assist with camp fees by contacting us no later than Sunday, June 13th.
Morning Prayer is being offered Tuesday Mornings at 7:30 via Zoom. We will meet for the duration of April and May. Please contact the office if you are interested, so that I can get the Zoom link to you. --Helen Stowe
"Forward Day by Day” for May – July 2021 now available — Please pick up your daily devotional during Wednesday public office hours, or request that it be sent or dropped off to you, indicating whether you prefer regular or large-print.
Parish Office Hours -The Parish office will be open on Wednesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (or by appointment). Wearing face masks and observing other physical distancing measures will be required while visiting the office. As always, you can contact the office here.
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