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13 Nov 2009
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The eClarion
A Weekly Publication of
Christ Episcopal Church of Puyallup |
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November is Stewardship Month here at CECoP!
Financial Commitment cards were mailed out on the 4th. If you didn't receive one, extras will be available in the church or at the office. Please consider your gift prayerfully and bring your completed card with you on Christ the King Sunday, November 22nd, for the ingathering and blessing. Thank you for your generous support of our community!
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This Sunday
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November 15th
The 24th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28)
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to
be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark,
learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our
Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
1 Samuel 1:4-20
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25
Mark 13:1-8
8am: Holy Eucharist
Our early service is unaccompanied by music and usually lasts about 50 minutes. Coffee and fellowship are offered before the service begins in the parish hall, while the sanctuary is available for quiet prayer. Another coffee hour follows the service.
9am: Sunday School
In addition to Nursery care for children under three, there are two classrooms of Godly Play offered from pre-school through 2nd grade. 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders are invited to their own classroom where they'll study the Episcopal Prayerbook and Catechism in a pre-confirmation type class. One the first Sunday of most months, a special Children's Chapel event is offered for all kids. This year is brand new for us, so come early (or stay late of you're an eight O'clocker) and join us!
10am: Holy Eucharist
Our late morning service is accompanied by organ music, congregational singing, and the offerings of our adult mixed choir. On the first, and occasionally second, Sunday of each month, Soul Purpose, our contemporary music band, accompanies the liturgy. Nursery care is available for our youngest members and guests. A festive coffee hour for children and adults follows the Eucharist.
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Next Week at Christ Church
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November 16th through 21st
Monday
Cornerstone Office Closed
Wednesday
Eucharist& Lunch, 12:05pm, Church
Thursday
Men's Group, 7pm, Trackside Pizza
Friday
Youth Cafe, 7pm, Youth Room
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Announcements
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Upcoming Events
A Christmas
Mailing for the Troops will take place This Sunday, November 15th, between the services.
Items that have been requested are: beef
jerky, Chap Stick, Nature Valley bars, wrapped candy (including
chocolate), DVD's and CD's (movies or music), Starbuck's coffee, Sudoku
puzzles, and microwaveable coffee mugs (no metallic trim). These boxes will be
going to an all-male unit of 1000, with a total of 5000 in the area. Whatever
is sent will be needed, used, and appreciated! Spotlight
Players present ' Divorce, Southern Style!' at Christ Episcopal Church. Shows will
be Friday and Saturday evenings November 13 & 14, 20 & 21, 27 & 28
at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees, November 15, 22, 29th at 2 pm.
Tickets are $ 14 for adults, and $ 10 for seniors (55+) and youth under age 15.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at Brownpapertickets.com; keyword
'Divorce'.
Wine
in-gathering on Christ the King Sunday, November 22nd.
Christian Brothers Ruby Port is the wine we use for Communion each Sunday.
Please bring a small bottle to restock the Altar Guild's supply for worship. Men's Group meets:
Thursday evenings November 19th at 7 pm at
Trackside Pizza in downtown Puyallup. All men are welcome.
Thanksgiving Eve service: Wednesday, November 25th at 7
pm.
Church Office closed: Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th, for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Santa's Seconds Sale: will be held on Saturday, December 5 from 10 AM to
3 PM. Setup will be on Friday, December 4, starting at 10 AM. We
need volunteers! A light lunch will be served on both days. For the past two years, profits from the sales have been higher
than ever before. This was due to the high quality of the donations and taking
the time to display them in an appealing manner. Things that always sell well
include jewelry, stationery, greeting cards, Xmas decorations, clothing with a
Christmas motif, linens, pictures, knick-knacks, candles, toys, games, and
current books. Items should be in good repair. Old pieces of luggage; single,
unmatched glasses and coffee mugs; and old computers and accessories do not
sell well. Please donate them to local thrift shops. Donations may be
left in the basement of the Cornerstone or on the back of the stage in the
Parish Hall during the week before the sale. If you have questions, please call
Stephanie Roberts at 253/840-4370 or email: whixers6@yahoo.com. Thank you!
Don't Miss this Sale! St Francis House's First
Annual "Books and Treasures" Sale includes, Books: new, used, religious, children's, all
kinds; Antiques: furniture, jewelry, dishes; Gifts:
leather coats and other GREAT gifts
Sale
items were generously donated to support the mission of St Francis House.
Saturday, November 14th from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at
Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall.
Giftmaker's
Toys: will be collected on
Sunday, November 29th, to be distributed to local families.
Suggestions to make this year's gift giving a success: toys, books, and games
for children 4-14; sporting equipment such as basketballs, volley balls, soccer
balls, plastic bats and balls; infant and preschool toys; holiday stockings and
stocking stuffers. Because of the difficult economic times for many families,
the need is even greater this year than ever. Monetary donations are also
appreciated since no school district money can be used for this project.
Advent
Fair: will be Sunday, November 29th
after both services. If you would like to reserve a table to sell your crafts
and goods, please call the Office. There is no charge for the tables, but please
tithe to the church from your sales.
Come
and get a start on your Christmas shopping!
General Announcements
Knitting
Ministry needs small (stuffed) animals. Last Sunday there were 43 prayer shawls, fleece, and knitted blankets
for foster care blessed. We need small stuffed animals, 5 ½-7" to attach to the
foster care blankets. Larger ones are difficult to attach. Please no Christmas
or Easter animals. We have ordered teddy bears that are $ 10.20 per dozen. If anyone is
interested in donating animals or money to buy more, this would be very much
appreciated.
New
coffee mugs with church logo are here! Some will
be in the church kitchen to use for coffee hours, and the rest are for sale to use
at home. If you would like to purchase one (or more) they are $ 6 apiece. There
will be an envelope for money collection in the box of mugs, on the stage, in
the Parish Hall. Please help yourself.
November is 'Thanksgiving Fixin's Month' for the Food Bank. Thank you for your generosity!
Forward
'Day by Day' devotionals for November, December and January are in the Parish Hall on the table
by the name tag board.
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Treasurer's Report
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by Sue Golden
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Our Financial Health
October's Numbers*
Pledge and Plate Budgeted: $18,700 Pledge and Plate Budgeted Actual: $15,000 Behind/Ahead: $3,700 Behind Expenses Budgeted: $19,800 Expenses Actual: $21,300 Over/Underspent?: $1,400 Overspent Year to Date Numbers* Pledge and Plate Budgeted: $192,700 Pledge and Plate Budgeted Actual: $177,800 Behind/Ahead?: $14,900 Behind Expenses Budgeted: $202,500.00 Expenses Actual: $195,900,00 Over/Underspent?: $6600.00 Underspent *Numbers rounded to nearest hundred
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