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The Epistle November 19, 2014
Newsletter of St. Aidan's Episcopal Church, Alexandria, Virginia
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St. Aidan's Youth at AGAPE
EYC youth, Olivia and Fiona Ireland visited the Agape program at Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church last Friday to lead an art activity after the meal. It was a great night of sharing fellowship and creativity around making spirit dolls. The soft flexible wire proved a great material for shaping and re-shaping and many participants invented new variations including moving limbs and animal shapes for their creations. Thanks to Morris and Emily for supporting this outreach and to Rebecca DiMidio, intern at Art at the Center, for organizing the activity.
The Agape program is centered around sharing a meal followed by activities to build community. St Aidan's was well represented with our team two cooking volunteers led by Barbara Cotter. It felt like every time I looked up I saw another familiar face coming out of the kitchen.
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
DAY SCHOOL CHAPEL - Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m.
Lots of music and fun in Chapel this morning! Parents and caregivers are always welcome.
GODLY PLAY (pre-k through 3rd, meets in the new education room in the Church)
This Sunday, the kids will hear the story of the Ark and the Temple, the next stage in the people's way of worshiping when they carried the Best Ways around with them as they traveled to the Promised Land.
EYOA (4th through 8th, meets in the far corner room in the parish hall)
This Sunday, the group will discuss and enact environmental stewardship. Wear clothes for some outdoor work!
EYC (7th through 12th, meets in the parish hall from 11:30 am - 1 pm)
Don't forget to check out the gorgeous new loft space!
Scripture as Myth
We are still exploring themes in the Abraham/Sarah journey. Last Sunday we spent the session focused on "Hospitality." This Sunday we will move on to the sacrifice of Isaac. Join us at the 9:30 morning or 5:30 evening session.
See you Sunday!
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More Silence
We have added some evening sessions to our usual Tuesday and Friday morning silent prayer and meditation offerings. The sanctuary will be open with a candle lit for silence at 7:30 pm tonight, then on Tuesday, November 25th, Wednesday, December 3rd and Tuesday, December 9th. All are welcome to come share the space and open time with others who have come to share the stillness and presence of God.
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Area Thanksgiving Worship at St. Luke's
This year's Thanksgiving Eve service will be held at St. Luke's on Wednesday evening, the 26th at 7:30 pm. Parishioners from St. Luke's, Nativity Lutheran, Heritage Presbyterian and St. Aidan's have been meeting together on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving for many years. Join others from our community for this holiday service.
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Turkeys for Belle View Elementary Families
St. Aidan's has agreed to provide 25 turkeys for families at Belle View Elementary who might not otherwise have Thanksgiving dinner this year. If you can help out and want to provide a frozen turkey (under 12 pounds), we need them at the church by Monday, November 24th, and it would help if you e-mail us to let us know you are planning to participate.
We have received confirmation on 8 (out of 25) turkeys so far. We can also accept a cash (or check) donation to be put towards purchasing the few remaining turkeys needed!
E-mail Thanks
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Beginning Set-up for the Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale
The 5th Annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale is upon us! We need your help as we prepare for the biggest fundraiser at St. Aidan's! If you can help with either of these activities, please RSVP to Holden and Ted.
Lunch & Christmas Tree Fence Building
THIS Saturday Nov 22nd 12:00pm-4:00pm
We need your help setting up the temporary fence to hold 450 trees. Similar to last year, we need to place 35-40 posts between the circular patio and the street (Riverside Road). Supporting cross beams and supports will be nailed into place. If we have 15-20 volunteers like last year, we should be able to complete the project in less than 3 hours. Please feel free to bring children who can help with the project. We will order pizza for lunch once we have a solid headcount.
Christmas Tree / Wreath Setup
THIS Sunday Nov 23rd 12:00pm-4:00pm
We take delivery of 450 trees, 300 wreaths and 800 feet of garland some time after church on Sunday. We would like to unload the truck efficiently by setting up the trees directly along the fenceline and the wreaths/garland directly onto the wall hooks. We would appreciate 20 volunteers to make the setup go quickly and efficiently. Beverages will be provided.
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Calling All Christmas Angels
St Aidan's is partnering with Rising Hope to provide 75 Christmas gifts for families in need this season. Please help by choosing one or more angels from the tree in the narthex, sign the form indicating which angels you have, grab an instruction sheet, and bring your wrapped gifts back to church by Sunday December 7. If you have any questions,
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Need Volunteers for Rising Hope Christmas Shop
Rising Hope UMC needs volunteers to help with their big Christmas gift event, Dec. 15 - 19. Rising Hope has a free "Christmas Shop" open to families to choose toys, clothing, home goods, etc. They need 45 volunteers to help with the following activities. Last year they distributed 1450 gifts.
December 15 -- Set up tables of donated goods at Rising Hope UMC for their Christmas Shop 9 AM - 3 PM
December 16, 17, 18 -- Assist families with their shopping -- Shifts are 9:00 AM - 12:00; 12:00 - 4:00 PM
December 19 -- Clean up
This is a WONDERFUL way to really get into the Christmas Spirit! If you would like to volunteer for this worthwhile mission activity, contact Mary Hamilton at
703-360-1976, or mhamilton@risinghopeumc.org.
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ART AND SPIRITUALITY -
A growing connection at St. Aidan's
After a period of discernment, parishioner and art educator, Kathryn Horn Coneway has decided to move her base of operations here at St. Aidan's. We are looking forward to this growing connection between art and spirituality. Kathryn has been and will continue to be a wonderful resource for the Church and Day School. You can read Kathryn's announcement here.
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IRISH REVELS this Winter!
Join a St. Aidan's group for the show on Fri, December 12th at 7:30 pm at Lisner Auditorium at GWU. Youth 18 and under $26 pp, Adult $40 pp
Contact Ian Roberts by December 5 at templerian@aol.com!
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Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed!
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Do you enjoy the coffee and snacks following the 10:30 service? If so, please consider signing up to host the coffee hour this fall. Snacks, juice, and coffee making are all that you need - even kids can help. If you sign up you'll receive instructions (be sure to put your email on the signup list) and you can even be paired with an experienced coffee hour host if that will help convince you to volunteer. Please sign up today on the list during coffee hour, or email Brenda Foos (bfoos@cox.net). The sign up sheet is located in the Narthex.
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St. Aidan's Newcomer's Bread Ministry
Part of St. Aidan's welcome to newcomers is to deliver a loaf of bread. We are looking for more St. Aidanites to help with this important ministry. Home-made bread-making is not required. Please contact Karen Offringa at koffringa@yahoo.com or 703-216-4879.
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UCM & Rising Hope Food Collection
We collect food for both Rising Hope and UCM. Rising Hope, also, needs clean in-season clothing in good condition and small household items. Volunteers are needed to deliver donations on the first and third Sunday of each month.
UCM collection (food items only) is the first Sunday of the month. Food can be delivered during the week. Hours of delivery are: Sundays 10:30am-1:30pm, Mondays-Fridays 9:30am-12:00pm and 1:30pm-4pm. Their phone number is 703-768-7106 x 343.
Rising Hope collection (food and seasonal clothing) is the third Sunday of each month. Food, seasonal clothing and household goods can be delivered Tuesdays-Fridays during the week. Hours of delivery are: Tuesdays-Fridays 10:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-4pm. Thursdays they are open late until 8:00pm. Their phone number is 703-360-1976.
The sign-up sheet is in White Hall. If you have any questions, contact our coordinator, Mario Costantino at (703)577-9672 or MarioKarenand3@aol.com.Thank you for your help.
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Next Steps Juice Ministry Looking for Volunteers
If you would like to Volunteer to purchase and deliver $30 worth of juice for distribution to homeless families in Fairfax County, please contact Leslie Aitcheson at skiswithsnails@aol.com.
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From the Treasurer
Operating Income Received this week 4,680
Budgeted weekly income 5,576
Received for 2014 224,348
Budgeted for 2014 253,420
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This Week at St Aidan's
Thurs, Nov 20: 7:00 pm Karate
7:30 pm Choir rehearsal
Friday, Nov 21: 8:00 am Silent Prayer
Sunday, Nov. 23: 8:30 am Service
9:30 am Sunday School
10:30 am Service
5:30 pm Service
6:30 pm Scripture as Myth - Evening session
Mon, Nov 24: 7:00 pm Scouts
Tues, Nov 25: 8:00 am Silent Prayer
9:30 am Woman's Book Group
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Who's Serving this Week:
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Sunday: November 23, 2014
8:30 a.m. Reader: Rose DuPont
10:30 a.m.
Lesson: Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 Karen Offringa
Epistle: Ephesians 1:15-23 Preeta Nasir
Chalice: Beverly Bell, Elizabeth Drembus
Ushers: Bill White, Carolyn White
Acolytes: Samantha White, Kyra Renaud
Godly Play Storyteller: Amy Smith
Godly Play Doorkeeper: Lauren Jonas
Coffee Hour: Manley Williams
Flowers: Wynne & Greg Kelch
Altar Guild: Nancy Greer, Richard Hart, Lianne LaFleur, Nancy Hammer.
Vestry Person of the Month - Caitlin Garvey (caitlingarvey@cox.net)
Sign-up sheets to provide altar flowers and coffee hour are on the bulletin board in White Hall.
**Please Note: During Coffee Hour the sign up sheet is in the Narthex.
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