Poised for New Beginnings - St. Paul's Parish

The Sword of The Spirit
January 2013
Saint Paul’s Church www.saintpaulsbrookfield.com (203) 775-9587
Transforming
Lives
Through
Jesus
Poised for
New
Beginnings

How We Will Engage God’s Mission
“They will call him Emmanuel"
--which means, "God with us." (Matthew 1:23)
Vol. LIX-No. 1
The Sword of the
Spirit was started
in 1954 by the Rev.
A. Pierce Middleton
Dear Friends in Christ:
e are poised for new beginnings at St. Paul’s, as God’s mercies are new every morning and
W great is His faithfulness (Lam. 3:23). One may ask in this regard, “Wonderful! But where
do we go from here” As your pastor, I believe I know.
Robert Webber, in his book, Ancient-Future Time: Forming Spirituality Through the Christian
Year, writes: “How do you deliver the authentic faith and great wisdom of the past into the new
cultural situation of the twenty-first century The way into the future, I argue, is not an innovative new
start for the church; rather, the road to the future runs through the past.” I agree, and as our parish
mission is “Transforming Lives Through Jesus Christ,” so we look to the changelessness of Christ
(Heb. 13:8) for everything in this season of new beginnings.
Remember the names that were given to Christ at His birth: Emmanuel (a Hebrew name that means
"God-with-us") and Jesus (or Yeshua), a name
that means "God saves.” Together, these names
mean the "God-with-us-who-saves." God the
Son, the Second Person of the Trinity, humbled
Himself to become human. Therefore, because
Jesus experienced the essentials of being human
(experiencing suffering, betrayal, abandonment,
death), He is now fully qualified to understand us
-and is fully qualified to save us. May God in
Jesus meet us afresh in this season of Epiphany.
Here is a voice from the past that still speaks
today as we follow Jesus: “He appeared as one of
the sheep; yet, He still remained the Shepherd.
He was esteemed a servant; yet, He did not
renounce the Sonship. He was carried in the
womb of Mary, yet was arrayed in the nature of
His Father. He walked upon the earth, yet He filled heaven”- Melito of Sardis, 2nd century Bishop.
Yes, voices from the past shine light upon the path ahead.
Our Cover
Drew Crocker
took this photo
from the back of
the church with a
telephoto lens on
Advent 1.
We as a parish will be offering the Alpha Course starting in January. This is how we as a
community will engage God’s mission before us. I encourage you to attend, to invite others and to
rediscover the power of Jesus Christ in your life. This is an innovative new start for our parish, yet one
that looks to the past and centers all attention on the
One who came among us in great humility, our Lord
Jesus Christ.
Epiphany Light to you all,
St. Paul’s Church
174 Whisconier Road
Brookfield, Connecticut 06804
(203) 775-9587
www.saintpaulsbrookfield.com
The Rev. Joseph Shepley, Rector
Beth Miller, Parish Office Coordinator
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The Alpha Course
All welcome!
Dates: Jan 9 - Mar 20, 2013
Time: Wed 6:30-9pm
Where: St. Paul's Church
Dinner included
Call the church office to
register 203-775-9587
Admission: Free
All money to be credited to your 2012 account MUST be in the Parish Office by December
30th. Any money received after December 30th will be credited to your 2013
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† This Date on the Church Calendar
ohn, the son of Zebedee, with his
J brother James, was called from being
a fisherman to be a disciple and “fisher of
men.” With Peter and James, he became one
of the inner group of three disciples whom
Jesus chose to be with him at the raising of
Jairus’ daughter, at the Transfiguration, and
in the garden of Gethsemane.
John and his
brother James are recorded
in the Gospel
as being so hotheaded
and impetuous that
Jesus nicknamed them
“Boanerges,” which
means, “sons of thunder.”
They also appear
ambitious, in that
they sought seats of
honor at Jesus’ right
and left when he
should come into his
kingdom; yet they
were faithful companions,
willing, without
knowing the cost, to share the cup Jesus was
to drink. When the other disciples responded
in anger to the audacity of the brothers in
asking for this honor, Jesus explained that in
his kingdom leadership and rule takes the
form of being a servant to all.
If, as is commonly held, John is to be
identified with the “disciple whom Jesus
December 27th
St. John, Apostle & Evangelist
† This Week at St. Paul’s
loved,” then he clearly enjoyed a very special
relationship with his Master, reclining close
to Jesus at the Last Supper, receiving the care
of his mother at the cross, and being the first
to understand the truth of the empty tomb.
The Acts of the Apostles records John’s
presence with Peter on several occasions: the
healing of the lame man at the Beautiful Gate
of the Temple, before
the Sanhedrin, in
prison, and on the mission
to Samaria to lay
hands upon the new
converts that they
might receive the Holy
Spirit.
According to tradition,
John later went to
Asia Minor and settled
at Ephesus. Under the
Emperor Domitian, he
was exiled to the island
of Patmos, where he
experienced the visions
recounted in the Book
of Revelation. Irenaeus, at the end of the
second century, liked to recall how Polycarp,
in his old age, had talked about the apostle
whom he had known while growing up at
Ephesus. It is probable that John died there.
He alone of the Twelve is said to have lived
to extreme old age and to have been spared a
martyr’s death.
Thu., Dec. 27 -
St. John, Apostle & Evangelist
Fri., Dec. 28 - Holy Innocents
Sat., Dec. 29 - 7:30 am - Men’s Prayer Breakfast, Parish Hall
Sun., Dec. 30 -
First Sunday after Christmas
8:00 am - Traditional Eucharist
9:15 am - Young Adult Bible Study, Youth Lounge
10:30 am - Contemporary Eucharist
Tue., Jan. 1 - The Holy Name
Happy New Year - Parish Office Closed
Wed., Jan. 2 - 10:00 am - Holy Eucharist and Healing
Thu., Jan. 3 - 7:30 pm - Property Committee, Upper Classroom
7:30 pm - Mission Committee, Guild Room
7:30 pm - Music Night, Sanctuary
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O utwardly
W itnessing
the
N ews!
ey Youth! Has all this talk about the Alpha course got you wondering what the big
H deal is Are you thinking about going to Alpha, but can’t commit to another
weeknight event
Starting Sunday, January 6th, our regular Youth Group time will be transformed into the
Youth Alpha program. We’ll go through the same content as the adult version of the course,
but we make sure it’s relevant to you, and you have the chance to ask the questions you want.
How is this different from Youth Group It’s not really all that different - but, it’s a great
way to invite a friend who you’ve been wanting to ask to come to Youth Group. The
program runs for about three months, so your friends can feel safe knowing that they aren’t
‘locked-in’ to a new program.
In order to get the most out of the next few months, we encourage you to re-commit to
Youth Group during the Youth Alpha program. You get more out of the program when
you’re there regularly. So, mark your calendars for 4:30 on Sundays and we’ll see you then!
Quilt Raffle!
ongratulations to the Williams family! Fr. Joe drew the winning raffle ticket last
C Sunday after the 10:30 service. Rumor has it that Tim was looking for one last gift
to wrap for under the tree, little did he know that he would find it at church that morning!
A huge thank you to everyone who supported the
Mission Trip through this raffle, we raised $550 from
the quilt. We want to say an extra special thank you to
all the ladies who lovingly made and donated the
quilt to this cause.
Fundraising Update!
We’re just about half way through the school
year, and we’re happy to report that we’re
more than half way to our Mission Trip goal!
We want to thank everyone who has supported
us so far. With the $550 raised from
the quilt raffle, plus a significant private
donation, we’ve raised just under $5,500 so
far!
St. Paul’s OWN
Dec 30 th - NO Youth Group
Jan 6 th - Youth Group 4:30-7 pm
Jan 13 th - Youth Group 4:30-7 pm
Jan 20 th - Youth Group 4:30-7 pm
Jan 27 th - Youth Group 4:30-7 pm
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† Your Prayers Are Requested For…
t is such an intimate time when praying for the health and well being of others and
such a privilege. The people that we lift up to The Lord are part of our hearts for all
time. Please pray for…
…..Dot Blake, convalescing from a stroke at Filosa in Danbury.
…..Marvin Self, healing of his kidneys.
…..St. Mark’s, Bridgeport; St. Mark’s, Bridgewater; St. John’s,
Bristol.
…..Doug Azzarito, healing of blood cancer.
…..Peace in Bethlehem and Jerusalem.
…..Joan Kirner, complete healing and strength.
…..Cy Dennerlein, recovering from a fall.
…..Barbara Kast, continued healing of her back.
…..Randy A., healing of blood clots.
…..Tom Balash, strength and mobility.
…..A job for Mary Ellen.
…..Fr. Crocker, healing from recent skin surgery.
…..For soup kitchens and food pantries in parishes; especially St. John’s in Sandy Hook, St.
Thomas in Bethel and St. James’ in Danbury, each supported by our food donations.
…..Ralph D., successful acceptance of his heart transplant.
…..Ginny Beck for healing for bulging neck disc and relief from pain.
…..David Wilson, strength, peace and a miracle of healing as he battles brain cancer.
…..Bill Mayers’ daughter, for recovery from a heart condition.
…..Walter B., a miracle of healing & the Lord's loving presence to surround him and his
family.
…..The spread of the gospel in northern Yemen where church are not currently allowed.
…..Kelly & Tim Malloy, their children & their team, safety in their ministry in Nigeria.
…..Quick recovery for Carol.
…..Kay Tucker, thanksgiving for her healing to date.
…..An increase in business for Walter.
…..Michael for protection in Sudan with the UN peacekeeping service.
Hebrews 10:23 " Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering. He who
promised is faithful.
O n December
20th a group of
St. Paul’s Parishioners
dropped in on Walter
Biscardi to wish him a
merry Christmas and
sing him some carols.
† Happy Birthday to You!
iane Hannah celebrates Today! Friday is the big day for Sylvia Biscardi.
D Alesia Smalls, Joan Boehm, Linda Cavagna & Michael DeAnzeris will
be expecting your card on Saturday. David Greeley & Michelle Crisalli will be
another year older and wiser on Monday. Joseph Letizia will ring in the new year
on Tuesday. Chin Okwuka, Darin Crocker, Drew Crocker & Richelle Burr
will be opening presents on Wednesday. Have a blessed day each one of you!
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† Scholarly Speaking
Some Thoughts on our Calendar
A little more than sixty years ago I began using Forward Day by Day* as a
devotional guide. During this time I have usually found it profitable and when I
haven’t I either dropped it for a time and then returned to it, or mentally argued against the
proffered meditations as an alternative way of responding to them. I mention all this
because I still remember something I read there on a December 26 th soon after I first started
following those meditations.
The writer simply noted the glaring contrast
between the great festival of Christmas itself and the
two ‘blood-red’ days which followed soon after: St
Stephen, the Church’s first martyr, on the 26 th , and
Holy Innocents, marking the slaughter of the children
of Bethlehem, on the 28 th . If anything this contrast is
heightened by the observance on the 27 th of St. John,
the one Apostle for whom there is no tradition of
martyrdom. In more recent years our Calendar has also
restored a medieval observance, the equally bloody
martyrdom of Thomas of Canterbury on the 29 th .
Rembrandt: Stoning of St. Stephen
Stephen was the first of seven members of the
Jerusalem Christian Church chosen to assist the Apostles (Acts 6-7). They came to be
known as Deacons, and provided a model for the order of deacons as that developed, but
they are not given that title in Acts. The word is used, however, as a verb (with the literal
meaning of ‘to serve’) to describe their functions. Stephen also took on a role as an
Evangelist, a preacher of the Gospel, and, perhaps because of his success in this ministry,
aroused the anger of the religious authorities. He was brought before the Sanhedrin and
convicted (apparently based on false testimony) of blasphemy, and was stoned to death. We
are told that Saul (whom we know as Paul) was present and held the
coats of those who did the actual stoning - was the seed of his later
conversion planted then
The only First century account of the slaughter of the Holy Innocents
is found in Matthew’s Gospel (2:13-18) and its historicity is sometimes
questioned for this lack of corroboration. Some later Christian traditions
estimate that more than 14,000 infants were killed - some even go as
high as 144,000 - but in a small village like Bethlehem even fourteen
would probably be a stretch, and this would be rather insignificant
compared to some of Herod’s other documented atrocities including the
killing of his own sons when he thought they threatened his rule. † One
of my Seminary Professors put it neatly: “If Herod didn’t slaughter the
children of Bethlehem it was only because he didn’t think of it!”
The story of Thomas’ death is familiar to many of us through Eliot’s
Murder in the Cathedral, and Anouilh’s Becket. The murder did take
place on December 29 th and grew out of a long struggle between Thomas
and Henry II over the relationship between the Church and the State. In
his play, Eliot provides the Archbishop with a Christmas sermon in
which he reflects on Christmas as a time of mourning (because the
celebration of mass is seen as a reenactment of Christ’s passion and
death), and of rejoicing (because we celebrate the mass to remember his
birth). He notes that we have the same contradiction whenever we
celebrate a martyr, and ends by predicting his own martyrdom.
10 th century illuminated manuscript
English Illumination, 13 th c.
(Continued on page 9)
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(Continued from page 8)
The observance of feasts for St. Stephen and the Innocents at this time of year
occurs both in the Eastern and Western churches (not always on the exact dates)
suggesting that the association with Christmas is a very early one. The West also observed
St. John at this time quite early on, but in the East his feasts are kept in May and/or
September. It thus seems likely that these martyr feasts were deliberately associated with
Christmas - and, of course, the Holy Innocents are naturally linked with our Lord’s birth. I
would suggest that there is a deeper link between these bloody days and the Nativity: I
believe that keeping them at Christmas time is the best possible reminder of the kind of
world into which Christ was born, and of the need for him to be born into it. Nor, sadly,
can we say that we still do not need Christ’s presence in the world. The events in Sandy
Hook are particularly touching with so many children involved, and coming as they did just
as we were preparing to celebrate Christmas.
o you have a question you
D would like answered by our
Scholar-in-Residence Send your
ecclesiastical, liturgical, doctrinal,
historical or other inquiries to:
Stpaulsswordpoints@gmail.com.
- Fr. Bill Loring, Scholar in
Residence
* These daily meditations, usually based
on one of the lectionary readings for the
day, have been offered by Forward
Movement, an official but largely
independent agency of the Episcopal
Church for nearly eighty years. The
meditations, a guide to their many other publications, an up-to-date version of the Church’s Calendar,
and useful forms of Morning and Evening Prayer (full text with User-selectable options) can all be
found at their website:
† This Date on the Church Calendar
December 28th
The Holy Innocents
erod the Great, ruler of the Jews, appointed by the Romans in 40 B.C., kept the
H peace in Palestine for 37 years. His ruthless control, coupled with genuine ability,
has been recorded by the Jewish historian Josephus, who describes him as “a man of great
barbarity towards everyone.” An Idumaean, married to the daughter of Hyrcanus, the last
legal Hasmonean ruler, Herod was continually in fear of losing his throne. It is not
surprising that the Wise Men’s report of the birth of an infant King of the Jews (Matthew 2)
caused him fear and anger. Although the event is not recorded in secular history, the story of
the massacre of the Innocents is totally in keeping with what is known of Herod’s character.
To protect himself against being supplanted by an infant king, Herod ordered the
slaughter of all male children under two years of age in Bethlehem and the surrounding
region. No one knows how many were killed, but the Church has always honored these
innocent children as martyrs. Augustine of Hippo called them “buds, killed by the frost of
persecution the moment they showed themselves.”
† Sermon Shorts
T
his sermon emphasizes the spiritual battle we
face daily and how Christ as our Good
Shepherd provides for all our spiritual needs as we
face daily difficulties. The Book of Micah is the text
within this message.
To replay or watch Fr. Shepley’s sermon, follow
this link for The Sunday Sermons or click on the
photo to the left.
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† This Date on the Church Calendar
January 1st
The Holy Name of our Lord Jesus Christ
T
he designation of this day as the Feast of the Holy Name is new to the 1979 revision
of the Prayer Book. Previous Anglican Prayer Books called it the Feast of the
Circumcision. January first is, of course, the eighth day after Christmas Day, and the
Gospel according to Luke records that eight days after his birth the child was circumcised
and given the name Jesus.
The Law of Moses required that every male child be circumcised on the
eighth day from his birth (Leviticus 12:3); and it had long been the custom
to make of it a festive occasion, when family and friends came together to
witness the naming of the child.
The liturgical commemoration of the Circumcision is of Gallican origin,
and a Council in Tours in 567 enacted that the day was to be kept as a fast
day to counteract pagan festivities connected with the beginning of the new
year. In the Roman tradition, January first was observed as the octave day
of Christmas, and it was specially devoted to the Virgin Mother.
The early preachers of the Gospel lay stress on the name as showing that Jesus was a
man of flesh and blood, though also the Son of God, who died a human death, and whom
God raised from death to be the Savior (Acts 2:32; 4:12). The name was given to Jesus, as
the angel explained to Joseph, because he would “save his people from their sins” (Matthew
1:21). (The word means “Savior” or “Deliverer” in Hebrew.)
Then as now, people longed to be freed from evils: political, social, and spiritual. The
name of Jesus calls to mind the true freedom which is ours through Jesus the Christ.
The Alpha Course is scheduled to begin January 9th
through March 20th on Wednesday evenings.
As a part of the fellowship associated with this
course, a light meal of soup and salad will be
served before the lesson each week. We are
looking for people who want to serve the
Lord by serving the meal to attendees
on Wednesday evenings, and people
willing to make a pot of their favorite
soup, a pasta dish and/or salad for the
meal. Many hands make light work, so please
consider how you would like to participate.
Contact Robin Powell at: Robin6408@att.net or 203-775-4266 (home) or 203-969-
4394 (cell).
† Transforming Stewardship
“Beloved, see what love the Father has bestowed on us that we
may be called the children of God.” (1 John 3:1)
uring this season of giving, let’s also remember the gifts
D that God has given to us, including the gift of making us
His children. Are we as grateful for that wonderful gift as we are
for all the material gifts we have received How do we show our
gratitude to God for the gifts He gives to us all year
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† This Sunday’s Readings
Christ Is The Word
Isaiah 61:10-62:3
n our Hebrew Bible reading the prophet joyfully responds on behalf of all God’s
people to the Lord’s promises for a redeemed Jerusalem. He is a messenger to those
who are poor and have suffered many troubles. New he feels himself clothed in salvation
and integrity, like a bridegroom or bride. In the sight of all people, this nation shall become
like a fresh garden. The prophet will not keep silence until the deliverance of
Jerusalem is known throughout the world.
In the beginning was the
Psalm 147:13-21
A hymn of praise to the Lord, who rules over nature and has shown
Word, and the Word was
faithfulness to Jerusalem and God’s people Israel.
Galatians 3:23-25;4:4-7
with God, and the Word
In this epistle lesson Paul explains what the role of the law has been and
was God.
how, in our new relationship of faith, we have become sons and heirs of the
Father. Before the coming of Christ and justification by faith we were like small
children who had to be closely watched. God’s own Son was born a subject of the law.
Through him we now are given the status of sons coming into their maturity. We are
enabled, through the Spirit of his Son, to call upon God with the same Aramaic word for
Father that Jesus is remembered to have used, Abba.
John 1:1-18
The gospel opens with a hymn to God’s Word, the expression of God’s very being and
the creative power of all life, who has now become flesh and lived among us. The Word is
the light of all humankind, and was witnessed to by John the Baptist. Although the world
made by the Word did not recognize the Word, those who did believe in the Word have
been given the right to become children of God. The law came through Moses, but grace
and truth come through the only Son, who makes the Father known.
† Pick Up Your Copy Today!
Synthesis CE Study Guides for each weeks readings
will be available at the back of the church.
† Photo Contest for February Sword of the Spirit
C
alling all photographers! We are looking for a cover photo for
our next monthly Sword. The February Sword covers Ash
Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. Be creative. The deadline is January
25th. Send your pictures to stpaulsswordpoints@gmail.com.
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Speaker’s Forum
Sunday ~ February 10, 2013
“Helping Kids to Love Their Lives”
Join us for Tea & Fellowship in the Guild Room at 4:30 p.m.
More details to follow - All are welcome
† Corn State Broccoli Bake
Directions:
Ingredients:
1 8 oz. package crushed Chicken
in a Biskit crackers
½ c. butter or margarine, melted
1 10 oz. package frozen chopped
broccoli, thawed
1 15 oz. can whole kernel corn,
drained
1 15 oz. can cream-style corn
Combine cracker crumbs and
butter. Reserve a bout ½ cup
for topping. In a bowl
combine broccoli, both types
of corn and remaining crumbs.
Transfer to a greased 1 quart
baking dish. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. Bake
uncovered at 375º for 25-30 minutes until lightly browned.
Recipe shared by Lorinne Hodge.
1 Joseph Letizia
2 Chin Okwuka
Darin Crocker
Drew Crocker
Richelle Burr
3 Danielle Falci
4 Catherine Shrull
Heidi Pinheiro
5 Kimberly Stein
7 Michael Richmon
Nicholas Janofsky
9 David Franklin
11 Brendan Connors
David Chadwick
Ella Wanzer
Renee Castronova
14 David Carli 24 Christopher Gardner
Lauren Emmett 25 Noah Swanson
Nathaniel Hill 27 Allison Kraft
Selma Lindsay 29 Anthony Arcamone
16 Matthew Barackman
17 George Franklin
18 Maria Silva
21 Erin Williams
George Crocker
Kenneth Kumerle
22 Oby Okwuka
Please pray for each of the parishioners
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Please call the Parish Office, 203-775-9587, with any additions or corrections to the above list.

January Lay Schedule 2013
Lectors, Intercessors, and Lay readers, please remember to
check in before the service in the Vesting Room. Thank You!
January 6, 2013
8:00 AM
Welcoming: Doug Melody/Pat Brought
Acolytes: Sarah Shepley
Lector: Isaiah 60:1-6 Ray Ferro
Intercessor: Linda Pendergast
Lay Reader: Don Winkley
Lay Reader: Harlan Jessup
10:30 AM
Welcoming: Vito Barbieri
Acolytes: Stephanie Bernardo
Lector: Isaiah 60:1-6 Sandy Chaleski
Intercessor: Betty Gardner
Lay Reader: Jim Castronova
Lay Reader: Mike Chengeri
January 20, 2013
8:00 AM
Welcoming: Vinnie & Barbara Cappiello
Acolytes: O’Hara Girls
Lector: Isaiah 62:1-5 Sandy Chaleski
Intercessor: Linda Pendergast
Lay Reader: Michael Kirner
Lay Reader: Don Winkley
10:30 AM
Welcoming: Tim & Marie Williams
Acolytes: Audrey Powell
Lector: Isaiah 62:1-5 Phil Hannah
Intercessor: Betty Gardner
Lay Reader: Mike Chengeri
Lay Reader: Ray Ferro
January 13, 2013
8:00 AM
Welcoming: Doug Melody/Pat Brought
Acolytes: Rachel & Lauren Melody
Lector: Isaiah 43:1-7 Ingrid Pruss
Intercessor: Michael Kirner
Lay Reader: Patricia Jennings
Lay Reader: Susan Howell
10:30 AM
Welcoming: Preston and Jack Powell
Acolytes: Audrey Powell
Lector: Isaiah 43:1-7 Rose Barrett
Intercessor: Phil Hannah
Lay Reader: Joe Bernardo
Lay Reader: Jim Castronova
January 27, 2013
Healing Sunday
8:00 AM
Welcoming: Rich & Joyce Emmett
Acolytes: O’Hara Girls
Lector: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Ingrid Pruss
Intercessor: Michael Kirner
Lay Reader: Ray Ferro
Lay Reader: Patricia Jennings
10:30 AM
Welcoming: Denise McCormack/Vito Barbieri
Acolytes: Stephen Werneburg
Lector:Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Betty Gardner
Intercessor: Phil Hannah
Lay Reader: Harlan Jessup
Lay Reader: Joe Bernardo
Mail…..Send us photos and info about your travels, your home group, your pets, your
sports teams to stpaulsswordpoints@gmail.com.
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
Parish Office
Closed
2
10:00 AM Holy
Eucharist and Healing
3
7:30 PM Mission
Committee
7:30 PM Property
Committee
4 5
7:30 AM Men’s
Prayer Breakfast
7:30 PM Music Night
6 Epiphany
8:00 AM Traditional Eucharist
9:15 AM Young Adult Bible
Study
9:30 AM. Rector’s Forum
10:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Contemporary
Eucharist
4:30 PM Youth Group
6:00PM Vespers
7:00 PM Young Adult Program
7
4:30 PM Christian
Caring
7:00 PM Stephen
Ministry
8
9:15 AM Ladies Bible
Study
7:00 PM Grief Group
9
10:00 AM Holy
Eucharist and Healing
6:30 PM Alpha
10
1:00 PM Dorothy Day
Ministry
7:30 PM Music Night
11 12
7:30 AM Men’s
Prayer Breakfast
13 1 Epiphany
8:00 AM Traditional Eucharist
9:15 AM Young Adult Bible
Study
9:30 AM. Rector’s Forum
10:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Contemporary
Eucharist
4:30 PM Youth Group
6:00PM Vespers with Communion
14
Annual Reports
Due
6:30 PM Staff Meeting
7:30 PM Vestry Meeting
15
9:15 AM Ladies Bible
Study
16
10:00 AM Holy
Eucharist and Healing
6:30 PM Alpha
17
7:00 PM Healing Team
7:30 PM Music Night
18 19
7:30 AM Men’s
Prayer Breakfast
10:00 AM St. Paul’s
Quilters
2:00 PM House of
Prayer
20 2 Epiphany
8:00 AM Traditional Eucharist
9:15 AM Young Adult Bible
Study
9:30 AM. Rector’s Forum
10:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Contemporary
Eucharist
4:30 PM Youth Group
6:00PM Vespers
7:00 PM Young Adult Program
21
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day
Parish Office Closed
7:00 PM Stephen
Ministry
22
9:15 AM Ladies Bible
Study
7:00 PM Grief Group
23
10:00 AM Holy
Eucharist and Healing
6:30 PM Alpha
24
7:30 PM Music Night
25 26
7:30 AM Men’s
Prayer Breakfast
27 3 Epiphany
Healing Sunday
8:00 AM Traditional Eucharist
9:00 AM Annual Parish Meeting
9:15 AM No H.S./Y.A. Bible
Study
10:30 AM Sunday School
10:30 AM Contemporary
Eucharist
4:30 PM Youth Group
6:00PM Vespers
28 29
9:15 AM Ladies Bible
Study
30
10:00 AM Holy
Eucharist and Healing
6:30 PM Alpha
31
7:30 PM Music Night
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Just For Fun !
(And Christian Fellowship)
Click on the picture above for A Kids View of the Christmas Story.
† It Takes An Editorial Board
Contributors to this Weeks Sword Points:
Chris
Barrett,
Drew
Crocker,
Lynne Donnelly,
Carol Gurski, Bill
Loring, Heather
Melody, Beth
Miller, Patrick
O’Connors, Lori
O’Hara, Linda
Pendergast,
Kirsten Peterson,
Robin Powell, Joe
Shepley, Tara
Shepley, David
Szen & Pam Szen
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