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Father Dunnam on Returns This Week
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Back from the United States
The Dunnams will return from the United States this Thursday, July 19.
Should any pastoral need or emergency arise in the absence of the Rector, please contact the parish office (055 29 44 17) or the Senior Warden, Timothy Chaplin (328 145 83 72).
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Children's Lending Library
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Summer Hours
During July, the Children's Lending Library is open by appointment only. Please call:
Karene - 3292092310
Dorothy - 055291528; or
Clara - 0557877211.
Closed in August.
The Children's Lending Library has a vast selection of books for children of all ages, from pre-reader through teenager. The Library has many activiteis during the year, including the annual Halloween, Christmas , and Easter parties, and bilingual book readings.
The next Library meeting will be on September 8. Anyone who likes literature and has a few hours to dedicate is encouraged to come join our committee.
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Visitation September 16
Our Bishop will be making his Visitation to St. James Church on Sunday, September 16. Anyone interested in being confirmed, please contact the Parish Office.
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Monthly Food Drive
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Where & When
Date: First Sunday of the Month
Time: 9:00 & 11:00
Location: Church
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Help the Hungry
On the first Sunday of every month, the St. James Foodbank is holding a food drive. Please support this important ministry by donating any of the following items: canned tomatoes, canned beans, 1 liter packages of long shelf life milk, 500 gram packages of pasta, 1 kilo packages of rice, 80 gram and 160 gram cans of tuna, coffee, crackers, small boxes of juice, merendine.
The shopping cart will be at the back of the Church, waiting to be filled!
Grazie di cuore!
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Outreach 2012 |
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Calling for Suggestions of Charities to Fund
Application forms for funding of charities within the Province of Florence are avaiable for Parishioners in the Office. The due date is no later than Sept. 30, 2012.
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St. James' Townhouse Available for Bookings
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Come Stay in the St. James' Townhouse
St. James' Town House, in the heart of Florence, is the perfect place to stay with friends or family. We are centrally located near the train station, the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and many other favorite places to visit. We accept reservations for a minimum of 1 week and a maximum of 3 months. Your stay with us is considered a donation to St. James Church. Contact us for availability and further information. Everyone is Welcome at St. James' Town House! St. James' Town House is a three story apartment with its own entrance on via Bernardo Rucellai, next to the church rectory and part of the parish complex. It is a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath apartment, furnished with antiques, including a beautiful 1826 John Broadwood fortepiano, and overlooking the church and the rectory garden. It is fully equipped with linens for both bed and bath, along with kitchen supplies. There is satellite television that includes many English language programs, a washing machine, microwave oven, and iron. The bedrooms and living room are air conditioned. Off- street parking within the grounds of the church for one car. |
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Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare in the Park
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Where & When
Date:July 13 - 21
(closed Monday)
Time: Gardens open at 19:00
Show at sunset
Location: Via il Prato 58
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FESTA - Florence English Theatrical Artists
It is the most romantic show of the summer 2012 in Florence. On a sweet summer night, in one of the most beautiful park of the city, the most romantic play of western literature: Romeo and Juliet.
The historical Corsini gardens (rarely opened to the public) provide the perfect backdrop for this breathtakingly romantic tragedy, featuring a cast of actors from around the globe! This will be a night to remember.
Audience members will have access to the gardens from 7:00 PM, to enjoy a pleasant picnic in the shade, and to taste fine wines produced by the Corsini Vineyards. Foods are available, or you are welcome to bring a picnic.
This event is in the historical center, in the Zone of Santa Maria Novella. It is around the corner from the American Church, an easy 10 minute walk from the train station.
Romeo and Juliet - Shakespeare in the Park In English with Italian Subtitles Monumental Gardens of the Corsini Palace Via il Prato 58 July 13 - 21st (closed Monday) Gardens Open 7 pm - Show at sunset
For more information:
[email protected]
Tel. 320 3115610
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Olympic Games Opening Ceremony
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Where & When
Date: Friday, July 27
Time: 20:30 - 1:00
Location: Harold Acton Library,
Lungarno Guicciardini
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Watch Live at the British Institute
Watch the Opening Ceremony for the Olympic Games 2012 in London at the British Institute's Harold Acton Library on Friday, July 27, beginning at 8:30 PM. There will be a quiz, pizza, and drinks. The cost is €15.
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The Church's one foundation is Jesus Christ her Lord; she is his new creation by water and the word: from heaven he came and sought her to be his holu bride; with his own blood he bought her and for her life he died.
Hymn 525. Words: Samuel John Stone (1839-1900).
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St. James Church, Florence
Via B. Rucellai, 9
Firenze, Italy
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Your personal information is processed in compliance with the Italian Privacy Law (D.Lgs.196/03). To consult, modify or cancel your personal data at any time click on the link below, or write to St. James American Church, via Bernardo Rucellai 9, Firenze (Florence) Italy, or email [email protected]. Under Italian law (D.Lgs 196/03), the client must be aware of the right to access to his/her own data.
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