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The Epistle December 31, 2014
Newsletter of St. Aidan's Episcopal Church, Alexandria, Virginia
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MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Sunday School for all ages will begin again this Sunday, January 4.
GODLY PLAY (age 4 through 3rd grade meets in the education room near the coat closet in the Church)
The story this Sunday is about Epiphany - it recaps the nativity story with a focus on the wise magi traveling from afar that we remember on Epiphany. The kids will get a chance to see real frankincense and myrrh and think about what gift they would bring to Jesus.
EYOA (4th through 8th grade meets in the last room on the left through the first office door in the parish hall)
Fireside Chat: This Sunday and next, Carol Horn will lead this group in thinking about and discussing a Bible story in a new way, using an interesting Socratic Method.
EYC (middle and high school youth group)
The youth group meets from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. for food, discussion and fun. Contact Morris to get on the group list to receive information.
Adult Forum
The Adult forum returns with a look at our need for stories, what they mean in our lives and why they are so necessary. We will talk about the story tellers in our families, the story tellers who draw us in, and the ones who challenge us. Why do some stories get told over and over again? These questions will get us back into the discussion of myth as we look once again at sacred story.
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We have now received about 58 pledges for a total of $182,330.
Please send or bring your part of the picture
along with your pledge for 2015 as soon as possible to support
the mission and ministry of St. Aidan's.
If you would like to pledge by contacting the treasurer, email Don.
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New Selection for Women's Book Group
The January choice for the Women's Book Group that meets on Tuesday mornings is
The Fly in the Ointment: The Mysteries of Mary Magdalene, written by Jennifer Smith, daughter of St. Aidan's member Lynda Smith. You are invited to meet for discussion weekly at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, or read it independently, knowing that after completion of the book, there will be a question/answer session with the author along with a book signing and reception at St. Aidan's on a Sunday afternoon (date to be determined).
The book is available on Amazon.com. Call Peggy Trumbo with questions, 703-780-4098.
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Book discussion for January and beyond...
Would you like to try being part of a community of practice centered in creativity and contemplation for 12 weeks? All are welcome! We will will use this book as a guide to reflecting on our own creative and contemplative practices. The book is Artist's Rule: Nurturing Your Creative Soul with Monastic Wisdom by Christine Valters Paintner.
Read more about the book and author here. We will meet for discussion Thursdays at 10:30 am beginning January 8 and continuing for 12 weeks. Contact Kathryn kathrynconeway@gmail.com if interested or to learn more.
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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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VIC-HOP is short for
Ventures in Community Hypothermia Unit
That is an important bit of information at this time of year because you will be hearing a lot about VIC-HOP. As in past years, St. Aidan's is helping with the overnight shelter and feeding the 25 residents who will be staying in out of the cold. We are responsible for four nights in February and March. David Lounsbury has taken on the leadership of this important ministry. He has set set up a Sign-up Genius site to help us staff our weeks. We need four people to stay overnight each week and someone to provide food. Daria Bergen-Hill will be heading up the food ministry. Please click here to check the schedule see when you might be able to volunteer.
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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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From the Treasurer
Operating Income Received this week 28,945
Budgeted weekly income 5,576
Received for 2014 277,863
Budgeted for 2014 286,876
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This Week at St Aidan's
Sunday, Dec 28: 8:30 am Service
10:30 am Service
5:30 pm Service
Tues, Dec 30: 8:00 am Silent Prayer
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Who's Serving this Week:
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Sunday: January 4, 2015
8:30 a.m. Reader:
10:30 a.m.
Lesson:
Epistle:
Chalice:
Ushers:
Acolytes: Charley Costantino
Godly Play Storyteller: Louise Sloan
Godly Play Doorkeeper: Christina Mazzanti
Coffee Hour: Wynne & Greg Kelch
Flowers: The White Family
Altar Guild: Darlene Ash, Christine Niemann, Karen Herndon, Christina Mazzanti
Vestry Person of the Month - Bill White (bwhite@osa.org)
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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