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Ordinary Time |
July 1, 2012 |
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Spiritual Adventures at
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
News and Events
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Dear St. Thomas friends,
Please enjoy this issue of our E-NEWSLETTER! Please check your e-mail each week to read our news and events. To read more information, you can now find us on Facebook! |
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How to share, save, spend
Dear Friends,
These are tough times economically, and none of us seem to be able to do all that we would like to do with our money. All of us would like to spend more wisely, share more generously, and save more for our future needs and wants.
A steering committee of your St. Thomas friends wants to offer four evenings of conversation about these issues, using the very popular and well-regarded series, Share, Save, Spend.
This program is endorsed by the Diocese of Atlanta, and has been used by a number of colleges and non profit groups. It is designed to help us think of our own money habits in light of our own values and to facilitate meaningful conversation about money without being invasive.
This program will not try to sell you anything (other than the $11 curriculum). It is a chance to look in faith at this big reality in our lives: money.
The one hour programs will be Wednesdays after supper, July 11 through Aug. 1. They will start at 6:45. Various parishioners will facilitate conversation. No one person is an expert; we will all bring our wisdom.
Please respond with your interest in this class so we can order our curriculum.
Share, Save, Spend Steering Committee: David Brandenburgh; Ray Capo; Matt Landreau; Roger Redden
Malinda Shamburger; Chris & Patty Slembarski; and Gary
Wortley.
--Fr. Doug |
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 Bishop Alexander named dean
of the School of Theology
Bishop of Atlanta J. Neil Alexander will become the next dean of the School of Theology at Sewanee: The University of the South, it was announced Tuesday by John McCardell, vice chancellor of the university. Alexander will assume the role of dean on Aug. 1 but will remain bishop of Atlanta until his successor, the Very Rev. Robert C. Wright, is ordained Oct. 13. Alexander succeeds the Very Rev. William S. Stafford, who retires June 30, after serving in that position for seven and one-half years.
Read the full story here.
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Wright to be ordained
at MLK Chapel , Morehouse
The ordination of the Rev. Rob Wright as the 10th bishop of Atlanta has been moved from the Cathedral of St. Philip to the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel on the campus of Morehouse College.
The decision was made after consultation with Bishop Alexander, the diocesan Standing Committee and Transition Committee.
Bishop-elect Wright said he is grateful for the Cathedral's hospitality, noting that the decision to move the service was made only after it became clear that more seating will be needed than the 1,500 people the Cathedral holds.
Click here to read the full story from the Diocese of Atlanta. |
VBS descends on St. Thomas!
 
The week of June 18 found St. Thomas transformed by the presence of 83 youngsters for Vacation Bible School. This year's theme was "Wade in the Water." Kudos to Erin Redden, Children's Ministry Director, and countless volunteers, for leading this great effort! |
How to join the Summer Choir
All are invited to be a part of the Summer Choir. Under the direction of organist and choirmaster Rick McKnight, the Summer Choir gathers for a brief rehearsal at 9:50 a.m. every Sunday. No auditions necessary!
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 Where in the world is St. Thomas Parish?
As you travel this summer, many of you will worship in other places. It is a joy to see the diversity of our wonderful Church. Drop us an email about any church you visit between Memorial Day and Labor Day, and we will start an ongoing list of links to the places we have encountered God.
Recent visits include Kanuga Chapel and Zion Church in Talbotton.
Click here to see some of the other places we've been, and also learn how Episcokids can send their vacation photos. |
 Wednesday suppers
Join these smiling faces! Everyone is invited to Wednesday dinner at 6 p.m. in the parish hall. Cost is $7 Adults/Youth; $4 Children; $20 Family maximum. Reservations are needed by Monday afternoon. You may call the church office: 706-324-4264 or e-mail office@stthomascolumbus.org |
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Jay Howell promoted
Congratulations to St. Thomas member Jay Howell on his recent promotion! A change of command ceremony took place June 22. Jay is the father of Annabelle and Charlie. |
 Summer reading list is here! Running out of good reads for the summer? The St. Thomas Readers group has compiled a list for you to devour. Happy page-turning!
--Sonya Boyd |
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Day School has second summer camp
St. Thomas Day School has its second summer camp July 9-13. This is a "Time for Travel" camp. Call 706-324-1268 for more information, including cost. |
 Hymn requests sought
What is your favorite hymn in the Episcopal Hymnal 1982? Let me know and I'll be sure to schedule it sometime this summer. Contact me via email music@stthomascolumbus.org, cell 706-575-8900 or drop a note in the collection plate.
This Sunday, April Jacob's sings Moses Hogan's setting of "Somebody's knockin' at yo' door." April is a Master's in Music Education candidate at CSU assisting our own Constantina Tsolainou. She is a member of the parish and will be wed here in August.
The communion hymn was requested by new member Pam Feagle. It is "How Great Thou Art." While this hymn is not included in Epsicopal Hymnal 1982 it is in one of our alternative hymnals Lift ev'ry voice and Sing. Click here to read more.
-- Rick McKnight |
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 Birthdays this weekWe celebrate the following St. Thomas members who have birthdays between Friday and July 6: Chuck Griffin (Friday); Elizabeth Brown (Saturday); John Page and Cassie Unwin (Sunday); Kendrick Barlow and Carlene Pawlowicz (Monday); Chuck Gantner and David Brandenburgh (Tuesday); Chris Slembarski (Thursday); and Janet Mapel and Jennifer Gray (Friday). Happy birthday, all! |
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St. Thomas Episcopal Church
2100 Hilton Avenue
Columbus, Georgia 31906
Office of the Rector,
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
706-324-4264
office@stthomascolumbus.org
Weekly Services:
Sundays at
8:00 and 10:30
Wednesdays at
5:30 p.m. |
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