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Spiritual Adventures at
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
July 31, 2011
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Greetings!
Please enjoy this edition of Spiritual Adventures, our weekly e-newsletter. Please check your e-mail each week to read about the news and events in our common life at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Thank you, and God bless! |
Busy Preparing for Our Episcokids!
 This year our children will continue to "Weave God's Promises" in Sunday School. Last year, in focusing on our faith, we covered the story of our salvation, our redemption by Jesus, and how we as individuals fit into the story. The overall theme was "God's Love for Us." The New Testament lessons focused on the Gospel of Matthew. Lessons in the spring also focused on our Anglican tradition and faith. This year "Weaving Together the Family of God" will cover the story of how we become God's people and part of the household of God, the Communion of Saints. The overall theme will be "We are God's People." The New Testament lessons focus on the Gospel of John and later lessons focus on the "Easter people," the saints in the church up to the present time.
Stay tuned for more Episcokid updates!
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Wacky Wednesdays with the Children's Choir!
 Mark your calendars, because on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17, we will begin WaCkY WeDnEsDaYs with the Children's Choir. Sign your family up for supper on Wednesday nights and then plan for your children (ages 4 years through 5th grade) to participate in Children's Choir. This will be a great opportunity for your children to fellowship, celebrate, and worship together while learning the elements of music and the "ins and outs" that make our Episcopal faith unique. We traditionally follow the school calendar and meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30. The children also participate in the 10:30 worship service several Sundays throughout the year.
Keep your eyes peeled for WaCkY updates!
Submitted by Erin Redden, Children's Choir Director, episcokids@stthomascolumbus.org |
Seeking Volunteer Sunday School Teachers
 Ever thought about becoming a Sunday School Teacher? Teaching Sunday School is one of the most rewarding services you can provide to God and your church. We are blessed with many "veteran" teachers, but we are always looking for new volunteers. You don't need any special background in theology or education; we will provide you with training, curriculum, and support, and we try to have two teachers in each classroom every Sunday. We also schedule teachers for units of about two weeks on and one Sunday off, so you can still attend worship regularly. We can use your help at any grade level, and we are particularly looking for elementary teachers.
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Confirmation Date Set for October 9, 2011
 Have you been Confirmed in the Episcopal Church? The next Confirmations and Baptisms will be held on Sunday, October 9, with the Bishop Keith Whitmore presiding. The next Confirmation classes to prepare for this sacrament will begin in August. If you would like to join these classes, please contact the church office at office@stthomascolumbus.org or 706-324-4264.
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Music Notes
This Sunday, we welcome Isiah Harper as soloist at the Offertory, singing a medley of spirituals. Isiah is the Head of Fine Arts and drama teacher at Northside High School. He is a member of the St. Thomas Choir, and the director of Infusion, a servant leadership-based program in which students from diverse backgrounds engage community by study, reflection, and direct interaction around issues of social justice. Thanks for sharing your many talents, Isiah!
Submitted by Rick McKnight. |
Mid-Year Update on Parish Membership
 During the first two quarters of the year, January-June 2011, St. Thomas was blessed with 15 new members! These members joined our parish family by means of Baptism, transfer of membership from another parish, or declaration of membership. We extend a warm welcome to our new members:
By Baptism: Hallie Colon, Collin Dockery, Athena Fuller, Ava Fuller, Franklin Fuller, Ramsey Greathouse, Annelise Morpeth, Cash Morpeth, Erin Morpeth, Seraphina Thomas
By Transfer In: Lauren Kent, Lewis Kent, Lori Kent, Ty Thornton
By Declaration: Rick Sendelbach
During this time (Jan-Jun 2011), we have also bid a fond farewell to six members who have departed due to death or transfer. Please hold these former members in your memories and prayers:
By Death: Roscoe Duncan, Noel Howell, Ruth Peckham, Janice Taunton
By Transfer Out: Michael Murphy, Natalie Smith
If you have been attending St. Thomas, but have never joined our formal membership records, please contact the church office at 706-324-4264 or office@stthomascolumbus.org. The process requires no work on your part once you have made the decision to join! |
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Farewell Celebration for Fr. Martindale at Trinity
On Sunday, July 31, Trinity Episcopal Church will host a farewell reception to celebrate the ministry of Fr. Rich Martindale (pictured). Fr. Martindale is resigning after almost six years at Trinity. The reception will begin at about 11:30 a.m., following the 10:30 a.m. service. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. All are welcome, no RSVP is required. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 1130 First Avenue, Columbus, GA, phone 706-322-5569. |
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St. Nicholas Episcopal Church's Ninth Annual Lobsterfest
 The historic Sweet Home Plantation in Pine Mountain, GA, is the site for St. Nicholas's Ninth Annual Lobsterfest on Friday, September 30 from 6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Lobsterfest features fresh 1½ pound Maine lobster dinners at $50 each, beef tenderloin dinners at $40 each, and $5 children's meals. A beer and wine bar will be available. Only 200 dinner reservations will be sold.
Lobsterfest is also hosting a CASH RAFFLE, SILENT AUCTION, and LIVE MUSIC. The CASH RAFFLE features a $3,000 cash first prize, a $500 cash second prize, and eight $50 third prizes with the winning tickets drawn the night of Lobsterfest. You need not be present to win. Only 200 raffle tickets will be sold. The SILENT AUCTION includes vacation home getaways, handmade jewelry, original artwork, and handcrafted clothing. LIVE MUSIC will be provided by Tim Davis. All proceeds from the 2011 Lobsterfest benefit the ministries of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church.
For information, visit www.stnicholashamilton.org. For reservations call 706-663-7356. For raffle tickets call 706-628-7272. Reservations for tables of eight are available. Raffle tickets may be purchased through September 29, 2011. To accommodate ordering deadlines, all dinner reservations must be received no later than September 15.
Submitted by Drucye Price Robinson, Communications Chair for Lobsterfest. |
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