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Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost (10/16/11)
GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
WEEKLY UPDATE: October 14, 2011 |
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PLEASE REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS
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Janet, J Charles Drumm, Thomas Humeston, Bob and Donna Weber, Yasso Herath, Peter Lubeck, Catherine Lubeck, Al Lalli, Fred Hudson, Roberta Mathsen, Dave, Eloise, Raymond, Bill Owen, Julia Lochner, Julia Marason, Tasha, Jill F, Jim McClure, Pat Decker, Dolores Lentz, Peggy Lehrecke, Sue Lindsay, Jo Ann Winter, Barbara Harris, Vera Collins, Deborah Federico, James Buckout
The prayer list is refreshed monthly please call the office to add a name, or to request that a name be carried forward. There is a book in the narthex where -- before the service begins -- you may add names to be read during the Prayers of the People for the day.
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REST IN PEACE:
Elizabeth Smith, mother of parishioner Sondra Holt, died on October 11. There will be a service for Elizabeth at 11:00am on Saturday, October 22 at Grace Church. Condolences may be sent to:
Sondra Holt, 62 North Greenbush Road, West Nyack, NY 10994. |
COLLECT OF THE DAY
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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A nineteenth-century teacher in the Celtic world, Alexander Scott, used the analogy of royal garments. Apparently in his day, royal garments were woven through with a costly thread, a thread of gold. And if somehow the golden thread were taken out of the garment, the whole garment would unravel. So it is, he said, with the image of God woven into the fabric of our being. If it were taken out of us, we would unravel. We would cease to be. So the image of God is not simply a characteristic of who we are, which may or may not be there. . . . The image of God is the essence of our being. It is the core of the human soul. We are sacred not because we have been baptized or because we belong to one faith tradition over another. We are sacred because we have been born.
But what does it mean to be made in the image of God? In part, it is to say that wisdom is deep within us, deeper than the ignorance of what we have done or become. It is to say that the passion of God for what is just and right is deep within, deeper than any apathy or participation in wrong that has crippled us. To be made in the image of God is to say that creativity is at the core of our being, deeper than any barrenness that has dominated our lives and relationships. And above all else, it is to say that love and the desire to give ourselves away to one another in love is at the heart of who we are, deeper than any fear or hatred that holds us hostage. Deep within us is a longing for union, for our genesis is in the One from whom all things have come. Our home is in the Garden, and deep within us is the yearning to hear its song again.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15
9:00am - 2:00pm Celebrating 150 Years of Grace - Blessings of Grace
4:00pm Private Baptism (Memorial Garden)
8:00pm Matthew Baier & Friends Concert
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16
8:00/9:30/11:00am Holy Eucharist
9:00am Parish Choir
10:10am Parish Forum: The Search Process
2:00pm Fall Parish Hike
2:00pm AGC! Youth Troupe rehearsal (Memorial Hall)
6:30pm Senior Youth Group (Fenton Room)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 17
3:30 - 6:30pm Amazing GraceCircusSchool (Memorial)
7:00pm RPCC Meeting (Patterson Hall)
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18
10:00am Staff Meeting (Patterson Hall)
3:30 - 6:30pm Amazing GraceCircusSchool (Memorial)
7:00pm Boy Scouts (Memorial Hall)
7:30pm Vestry (Patterson Hall)
8:00pm Choir
WEDESDAY, OCTOBER 19
3:30 - 6:30pm Amazing GraceCircusSchool (Memorial)
7:00pm Confirmation Class (Patterson Hall)
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
3:30 - 6:30pm Amazing GraceCircusSchool (Memorial)
7:30pm ASF Book Group: "Franny and Zooey"
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
1:30pm RPCC Toddler Group (ChurchSchool Area)
3:30 - 6:30pm Amazing GraceCircusSchool (Memorial)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22
8:00am NSN Tag Sale (Outdoor Playground)
10:00am Confirmation Acolyte Training
10:00am ASF/DNY Sharia Presentation (Memorial/Patterson)
11:00am Requiem for Elizabeth Smith
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23
8:00/9:30/11:00am Holy Eucharist
10:10am ChurchSchool Classes/Adult Refreshments
Parish Forum: Marriage in the Episcopal Church
1:00pm Enquirers Class (Please let us know if you plan to attend)
2:30pm Amazing Grace Youth Troupe (Memorial Hall)
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PARISH FORUMS - between the 9:30 and 11:00am services
Join us Sundays from 10:10 to 11:00am to learn more about our faith, our church, our diocese, and our communion. Each week features a different topic led by members of the congregation and/or invited speakers.
THIS SUNDAY (10/16) The Search - learn about the process the parish will follow as we search for our next rector.
NEXT SUNDAY (10/23): Marriage in the Episcopal Church
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COUNTING OUR BLESSINGS...AND CELEBRATING 150 YEARS OF GRACE Join us on Saturday, October 15, in Memorial Hall from 9:00am. to 1:00pm for Blessings of Grace. We will break into small groups to create individual expressions of what Grace means to each of us. Each group will have a leader and focus on a different medium, from collages to baking bread for Eucharist to word montages to hanging wind messages. Or bring your own ideas for expressing how you feel blessed by being a part of the Grace community and its history. Then we'll all join together for a soup lunch and a chance to share our creations. And... on that Sunday, October 16, the Church School classes will participate in related activities.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO GRACE!
On Saturday, November 5 we commemorate the 150th anniversary of Grace Church, starting with a special anniversary service with Bishop Sisk and confirmation at 3:00 pm. A reception honoring the confirmands and our anniversary will follow. The celebration continues that evening from 7:30 - 11:00pm! Come and toast our anniversary and enjoy soup-to-dessert hors d'oeuvres, live music by the CoverUp Band and great company! Tickets for the evening party are $50 per person. RSVP to the church office with payment (cash, check or credit card) by October 20.
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ANNUAL FALL HIKE
The annual Grace Church Fall Hike will take place this year on Sunday afternoon, October 16. We will meet at 2:00pm at the barn at St. John's-in-the-Wilderness, take a short drive to a trailhead, and enjoy an easy walk through the autumn woods of Harriman Park. We'll then return to the cozy barn for a potluck supper in front of the big stone fireplace. Besides fall colors, we may see native American rock shelters, signs of Revolutionary War history, old iron mines, streams and ponds, and interesting wildlife. This is Win Perry's 46th year as leader. While walking and talking, you will get to know another side of your fellow parishioners. Great for the entire family!
If you go:
* Palisades Parkway to Exit 14; left on Willow Grove Road; follow it for 3 miles.
* After crossing two branches of Lake Welch, turn left at Episcopal Church sign and look for barn on left.
* Allow a half hour from Nyack. Meet at the barn at 2pm
* Bring something to share for supper.
* If you have questions, call Win at 358-0552
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HAVE YOU MADE YOUR 2012 PLEDGE YET?
Thank you to everyone who has already made their commitment for the coming year. Can't find your pledge materials? The pledge card is also available online (CLICK HERE); just print it out and mail to us, for place in the offertory plate on Sunday.There's also a very helpful Question & Answer sheet that answers many of the questions we receive concerning pledging, and, for those who would like to make their pledge payments via scheduled credit card payments or electronic bank debits (e-pledge), the authorization forms are also on line. This year more than ever, every pledge counts.
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ASF BOOK GROUP MEETS ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20
The ASF Book Group at Grace Church will discuss J.D. Salinger's "Franny and Zooey" on October 20 at 7:30pm at church. There are lots of copies available in the library system and they're easily reserved. New members always welcome. Hope to see you !
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ADULT ENQUIRERS CLASS - ONE MORE CHANCE
For adults who would like to consider being confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church when Bishop Sisk is here on November 5, and for those who would just like to know more about the Church, we will have an additional Enquirers Class on Sunday, October 23 from 1:00 tto 4:00pm. Attendance does not obligate you to become a member of the Episcopal Church, however if you do wish to be confirmed or received, it is required. If you're interested, please call the office to register so that we have enough material on hand.If you'd like to know more, please speak with Fr. Gressle (358-1297.)
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ALL SAINTS ENVELOPES AVAILABLE IN THE NARTHEX
Memorial names will be read at the 8:00am service on Sunday, November 6 - please note that there is no 11:00am service that day. The All Saints offering thi year will benefit the St. Benedict fund, which offers very modest emergency aid to those in pressing need.
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MATTHEW BAIER RETURNS
A Recital Of Original Compositions by Composer/Guitarist Matthew Baier will be presented at 8:00pm on Saturday, October 15 here at Grace. Works include: Songs On Sonnets by Shakespeare No. 2, electronic poem - Transmigration No. 2., Songs On Hebrew Texts, Duets For Oboe & Guitar and others. Performances by: Marigene Kettler, Melissa Alexander, Russ Ashley, Chris Cardona, Jacqui Drechsler, Jennifer Grahm & Ben Carriel. Admission is $15.00; tickets at the door.
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ADULT SPIRITUAL FORMATION COMMISION AND
THE DIOCESE OF NEW YORK
TO HOST PRESENTATION ON ISLAM, SHARIA, AND REFORMATION
October 22 9:30am - 2:00pm
On Saturday, October 22, Professor Mark Welton of the Episcopal Muslim Relations Committee of the Diocese of New York will lead a presentation , entitled Islam, Sharia, and Reformation: Understanding the Current Revolution in the Muslim World. The program will offer a comparative perspective that recognizes the important differences between Islamic and Western history and culture - but also highlights important similarities, centered on the law -both the Sharia and the rule of law - that may be helpful in understanding the Islamic world and its current revolution, and perhaps help form a foundation for common understanding and future dialogue. Open to all, the program costs $10, which includes coffee and a light lunch. For information or to reserve a place: 845-359-1297 ext. 10 or parishoffice@gracechurchnyack.org.
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GRACEMUSIC presents
New York Polyphony: "Tudor City"
Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 4:00pm
"A stunning tour through chant, polyphony and renaissance harmonies" (Minnesota Public Radio), a compelling synthesis of ancient and contemporary vocal music performed by this preeminent male vocal quartet, their "Tudor City" CD featured on All Things Considered and on Billboard's Classical top 10. Tickets $15; Seniors $10; Students $5 Available at the Door Meet-the-artists receptions follow the concert. For more on the artists, check their website: http://www.newyorkpolyphony.com/
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PEOPLE TO PEOPLE PLEA
People to People, our local food bank, is desperate for food donations. They have specifically requested the following items: cereal and oatmeal, canned vegetables & juices, chili, beef stew, individual servings fruit snacks, dry and canned soups & beans, mac & cheese boxes, flour, rice, sugar, tomato sauce and puree, tuna, mayo, oil, peanut butter, jelly and powdered milk. Please try to bring something with you whenever you come to church - there's a basket in the narthex for your donations.
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There is a marvelous story of a man who once stood before God, his heart breaking from the pain and injustice in the world. "Dear God," he cried out, "look at all the suffering, the anguish and idstress in your world. Why don't you send help?" God responded, "I did send help. I sent you."
David J. Wolpe in Teaching Your Children About God. |
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GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH.130 First Avenue.Nyack.New York.10960.845-358-1297
The Reverend Richard L. Gressle, Rector
The Reverend Emily Sieracki, Assistant to the Rector
Robert Barrows, Organist & Choirmaster
www.gracechurchnyack.org |
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