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This Sunday, the first Sunday after Epiphany, we celebrate the Baptism of our Lord Jesus. Jesus' Baptism marks the beginning of His earthly ministry. It also confirms Jesus' divinity, when the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus as a dove and a voice from heaven spoke, "You are my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."
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ALSO THIS SUNDAY......
THE CHURCH'S 2013 ANNUAL MEETING AND COVERED DISH LUNCHEON WILL BE HELD THIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 2013, IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE 10:00 A.M. SERVICE. THE ELECTION OF NEW VESTRY MEMBERS TO FILL THE 4 POSITIONS BEING VACATED AT THE END OF 2012 WILL BE CONDUCTED AT THE MEETING. PLEASE SEE THE BIOS OF THE 4 NOMINEES IN THE ANNOUNCEMENTS SECTION BELOW. PLEASE BRING A COVERED DISH TO SHARE - MAIN, SIDE, OR DESSERT - PREFERABLY IN A DISPOSABLE SERVING DISH, AND DROP IT OFF IN THE KITCHEN. ST. MARY'S WILL PROVIDE THE DRINKS.
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Epiphany: the Manifestation of our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, to the Peoples of the Earth
DID YOU KNOW...... that Epiphany once rivaled Easter in importance? The Feast of the Epiphany (January 6th each year) provided the setting for the early church to celebrate the various manifestations and revelations - or epiphanies - of Jesus' divinity. These epiphanies included Jesus' birth, Jesus' manifestation to the Magi (the peoples of the earth), Jesus' Baptism by John the Baptizer, and the wedding feast at Cana where Jesus turned water into wine.
By the year 813, and possibly as early as the middle of the 4th Century, the Nativity, Christmas, was celebrated as a distinct Feast Day around the winter soltice.
Our Church continues to celebrate the coming of the Magi on January 6 and Jesus' Baptism on the 1st Sunday after the Epiphany (this Sunday). We also celebrate the miracle at the wedding feast in Cana every Year C (of the Revised Common Lectionary - Episcopal edition). This year, we celebrate this miracle on Sunday, January 20th.
The season of Epiphany varies in length due to the movement of Ash Wednesday marking the season of Lent. The last Sunday after Epiphany this year is February 10th. |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS:
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT ST. MARY'S?
 AMEN! - Our January AMEN! Event is this Saturday, January 12th, at 6:30pm at the Columbia Restaurant - Come celebrate the New Year with your St. Mary's friends at Florida's oldest restaurant and Tampa institution, the Columbia Restaurant! Join us at 6:30pm and be treated to a one-of-a-kind flamenco performance while you enjoy plenty of delicious sangria and Spanish cuisine! The event will be hosted by Matt and Sarah O'Brien. Please RSVP via Evite or to sarahharperobrien@hotmail.com
 SENIORS' EUCHARIST AND LUNCHEON! Join us tomorrow, JANUARY 9, for Holy Eucharist at 11:00 and Lunch in St. Mary's Hall at 12:00 noon - Come for all or part! We will provide a lunch of assorted sandwiches, chips, salad and dessert! If you plan to attend, please contact Joan Coleman at 837-0357 to R.S.V.P.
 ANNUAL MEETING - The church's 2013 annual meeting and covered dish luncheon will be held this Sunday, January 13, 2013, immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service. We will have reports by the Senior Warden, Treasurer, and Rector. In addition, the election of new vestry members to fill the 4 positions being vacated at the end of 2012 will be conducted at the meeting. Please see the biographies of the 4 nominees, below at the end of the announcements section. PLEASE BRING A COVERED DISH - MAIN, SIDE, OR DESSERT - PREFERABLY IN A DISPOSABLE SERVING DISH, AND DROP IT OFF IN THE KITCHEN. ST. MARY'S WILL PROVIDE THE DRINKS.
 SUNDAY MORNING ADULT BIBLE STUDY W/FATHER LESTER - Salvation History: Easter Vigil Style - begins this Sunday, January 13th, at 9:00 a.m. in the south room of St. Mary's Hall. What do we mean when we talk about our "Salvation History?" Why is the Easter Vigil considered the most important worship service of the year? What does the Easter Vigil have to do with "Salvation History?" Find out the answers to these questions & many more, and find out why "Salvation History" is important to each one of us by participating in our Sunday Adult Bible Study (Sundays, Jan. 13 - Mar. 17, at 9:00 a.m.)
The E-Pistle - If you would like an announcement to be included, please contact the church office and provide the information prior to noon on the Friday before.
2013 CALENDARS - St. Mary's 2013 Liturgical calendars are available in the Narthex and in the church office. Be sure to pick one up.
 HELP OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM -The key to success of this vital ministry is the help of the congregation! You can help in ways large and small, by participating or by donating from our Materials Wish List - go to the Sunday School section below and see how!
SENIORADVANTAGE at Memorial Hospital - this free program for adults aged 55+ is designed to promote healthy living. See details below - and find out what's offered in January - in the Pastoral Care section.
 ALTAR FLOWERS - Dates are available in 2013 to donate altar flowers in honor or memory of a loved one. You can check the "Altar Flowers" book located in the narthex to see which dates are available. The cost is $75. A check can be left in the office or placed in the collection plate. Please note on your check "flower donation" and the date you have chosen. Because the Flower Guild is totally self-supporting, we also welcome donations of ANY amount. This money is used to provide flowers for receptions, special occasions, etc. In an ongoing effort to be "green" and thoughtful of our budget the flower guild will rotate fresh cut arrangements and flowering plants which can be recycled for uses at other events at St. Mary's church and school. Your support of this ministry is greatly appreciated.
10 A.M. COFFEE HOUR - We need volunteers to supply the food - the church provides the coffee. Just purchase food on your designated Sunday and drop if off in the kitchen by 10:00 a.m. or make a cash contribution in the amount of $30! Call the church office at 251-1660, or look for the sign-up sheet during the 10:00 a.m. coffee hour to add your name to the list. We'll remind you through the e-Pistle before your designated Sunday. THANKS TO THE O'BRIEN FAMILY FOR PROVIDING THE GOODIES THIS SUNDAY!! Questions? Please contact either the church office or Ginger Doherty (gingerdoherty@verizon.net), Fellowship Chairman.
Vestry Nominations for the years 2013, 2014 and 2015 - These are the four current nominees for election to three-year terms at our CHURCH ANNUAL MEETING THIS SUNDAY 1/13/2013 (voting will be by ballot at the annual meeting):
 Margaret Genter - A member of St. Mary's since 2005, Margaret has served on the Rector Search Committee, coordinates the Greeters Ministry, and is active in the New Members/Inquirers process. She was among the first class of Stephen Ministers trained in 2011, and now contributes on the Pastoral Care team. To round out her St Mary's experience, Margaret helped perform our parish audits for 2009 and 2010. Margaret is married to John Genter, whom many parishioners know from his work as the Social Outreach Chairman, Vestry member and as former Senior Warden. Margaret and John have two adult children, John Thomas and Kate. John Thomas (27) lives in Austin with his wife Katie. Kate (24) lives in Birmingham and is engaged to be married to Patrick White. Wedding is at St. Mary's in June! Margaret's day job is Office/Marketing Manager with Sandler Training of Tampa Bay.To Margaret, St. Mary's is a wonderful place to grow in Christ, and she is enthusiastic about encouraging others to "come and see" for themselves how they can find peace and fulfillment in this place.
 Jody Kerr - Jody Kerr grew up as one of six children in a loud and happy Christian family. She has lived in many locales throughout the United States, ultimately graduating from high school in Jacksonville, Florida. Jody is a graduate of Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, with degrees in Biology and Business. Jody completed medical school at Loyola University of Chicago. She completed a residency in Pediatrics and a Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Jody has used her education in a variety of professional roles, including the clinical practice of pediatric hematology and oncology, and in the pharmaceutical industry with Eli Lilly as well as Wyeth. She currently is a practicing physician with All Children's Hospital. She serves as director of their sickle cell program, which serves over 300 patients in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Lakeland. She has particular interest in reducing the impact of chronic disease on the health and development of children and their families. Jody has been married to Bill Kerr for 16 fabulous years, and they have three wonderful children who attend St. Mary's Episcopal Day School. Her volunteer time is spent serving the various ministries of St. Mary's Church and school, such as youth programs, Angel Tree, Amen, and Sunday coffee hour. Additional charities of interest include Ronald McDonald House, Metropolitan Ministries, and the American Cancer Society.
 Debra K. Smietanski - Debra Smietanski is special counsel with Foley & Lardner LLP and a member of the firm's Estates & Trusts Practice. As an estate planning attorney, she is board-certified by The Florida Bar in wills, trusts and estates. She focuses her practice on complex estate planning techniques for high net worth individuals. A licensed certified public accountant, Debra is a member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants and served as president for the American Woman's Society of Certified Public Accountants, Tampa Chapter, from 1996 to 1997. She is also a member of the Hillsborough County Bar Association and is currently the chairman of the HCBA Wills for Heroes Committee; the Hillsborough Association for Women Lawyers, where she served as treasurer and a member of the board of directors from 1993 to 1997; and the Florida Association for Women Lawyers, where she served as secretary and a member of the board of directors from 1993 to 1995. Debra is a member of the Tampa Hyde Park Rotary Club, and served as president from 1998 to 1999 and is currently serving as secretary of the Tampa Hyde Park Rotary Club Foundation. She is also a member of the Tampa Bay Estate Planning Council, serving on the board of directors from 1995 to 1997, as well as a member of FRAMCO (French-American Business Council of West Florida, Inc.), serving as secretary from 2007 to 2009, and an advisory committee member for both the Community Foundation of Greater Tampa, Inc., and H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute. She is a member of the board of directors for Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay, a non-profit organization enhancing the lives of seniors and served as chairman of the board of directors from 2008 to 2010. Debra received her J.D., cum laude, in 1980 from the University of Illinois. She received her B.S. in accounting, with highest honors, in 1975 from the University of Illinois, where she was a member of Beta Gamma Sigma and listed on the Bronze Tablet. She was selected for inclusion in the 2007 Florida Super Lawyers list for her work in estate planning and probate work.
 Mary Turnbull - Mary Turnbull has been worshiping at St. Mary's for the past 1 1/2 years. She has been a greeter for the past year, and currently serves on the Marketing & Branding committee. In her professional life, she works at Raymond James in Equity Capital Markets. An active volunteer, she has co-chaired the Women's Interactive Network at Raymond James, and been the President of the local chapter of the National Investor Relations Institute. Mary lives in Westchase with her husband Michael and 11 year old son Alex who is in the fifth grade at Berkeley.
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THIS WEEK'S CALENDAR
Sat 1/12
6:30 p.m. AMEN! DINNER @ The Columbia
Sun 1/13 1 Epiphany
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Annual Meeting - with covered dish lunch
Mon 1/14
8:10 a.m. School Chapel
7:00 p.m. AA Meeting
Tue 1/15
6:45 a.m. Men's Bible Study
Wed 1/16
8:10 a.m. School Chapel
Thu 1/17
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Fri 1/18
8:00 p.m. AA Meeting
Sat 1/19
9:00 a.m. Altar Guild
6:30 p.m. AA Meeting
Sun 1/20 2 Epiphany
9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study
9:45 a.m. Sunday School |
WEEKLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Monday 8:15 a.m. School Chapel
Wednesday 8:15 a.m. School Chapel
SUNDAY SCHOOL - Children from age 5 through fifth grade are invited to meet in the Youth Room for Children's Programs during the 10:00 a.m. service on Sundays.
NURSERY - Available for ages 4 years and younger, during the 10:00 a.m. service on Sundays.
At the time of The Holy Communion, all baptized Christians are welcome to receive the sacrament, regardless of age or denomination. Ushers will direct you to the altar rail, and you may return to your pew on an outside aisle. Communion by Intinction - It is the long standing policy of the Diocese and the preference of Bishop Smith that Communion by Intinction be made by the Eucharist Minister. Please allow the Chalice Minister to dip the wafer in the wine and commune the parishioner.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL
SUNDAY SCHOOLTHIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 13
Greeter - Janet Karpan
PK/K/1st - Sarah O'Brien
2nd/3rd - Paige Hampton*, Ginger Doherty
4th/5th - Meg Carter
*Denotes Lead Teacher
Sunday School Sign-Up is Genius! Sunday school volunteer sign up has moved online. It's never been easier to volunteer for St. Mary's Sunday School program. Follow this link (http://www.signupgenius.com/go/409044FAFAD2BA75-sunday ) to the church's online sign-up on Sign Up Genius. And if the link doesn't work or you lose it, just go to www.signupgenius.com and search using the creator's email address (jlclebeau@gmail.com). You may sign up to greet, serve as a lead or assistant teacher, help with the Christmas pageant or with Movie Sunday through January 2013. The system will automatically send you a reminder of your assignments two days in advance.
Do you have a special talent that you would like to share with our Sunday school program? It can be theatrical, musical, creative, crafty or educational -- whatever appeals to you. If so, feel free to contact Paige Hampton (paigechampton@aol.com) or Jenifer LeBeau(jclebeau@gmail.com) and let them know how you would like to help.
Sunday School Materials Wish List:
Disposable Name Tags
Construction Paper
Card Stock Paper
Folders/small notebooks
Glue sticks
Fabric Markers
Butcher paper
Paper products (plates, napkins, cups)
Treasure chest items (bookmarks, notepads, pencils, etc.)
Gift cards to Publix (for cooking supplies)
Gift cards to Michael's or Joanne's (for craft supplies)
Feel free to contact Paige Hampton (paigechamptom@aol.com) or Jenifer LeBeau (jclebeau@gmail.com) with questions, comments or concerns about Sunday School.
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SAINTS WHO SERVE
This Sunday, JANUARY 13, 2013
8:00 am
Eucharistic Minister Michele Morris
First Reader Murray Pascual
Second Reader George Mills
Intercessor John Menard
Usher Paul Rogers
Greeter Margaret Genter
Altar Guild St. Martha
10:00 am
Eucharistic Ministers Mike Ward
Bob Suhrheinrich
Readers Norman Stallings
Mike Ward
Brian Albritton
Acolytes Catharine Straley
Michael Byrd
Annie Merrill
Libby Carter
Ushers George Levy
John Genter
Russ Callahan
Henry Woodroffe
Greeters Dee Barroso
Mary Turnbull
Ramsay Jones
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
| Gus Russell | 1/9 | | Jeff McAleese | 1/9 | | Marilyn Cauthorn | 1/10 | | Elizabeth Byrd | 1/12 |
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!
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PASTORAL CARE
PASTORAL CARE at ST. MARY'S - Whether it is for a friend, relative or you, St. Mary's offers a variety of care when you need it! From the confidential prayer list to our emergency Prayer Chain, we always ask for God's help.
Stephen Ministers are available to be a friend during a rough time. The Clergy and Stephen ministers visit those who are unable to leave their home. Our Angel Food Team delivers meals when someone is ill or recovering at home. Tracy Hampton is a licensed marriage and family therapist located right here on campus.
**Don't worry alone!** There is help if you ask!
Contact Fr. Eric at 813-476-5868, or David Healy (Director of Pastoral Care) at 813-494-3477, or Tracy Hampton at 813-504-4830.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER - As part of the continuing development of our Pastoral Care Program, "The Daughters of the King" have begun sponsoring "St. Mary's Intercessory Prayer" on Sunday mornings. During this brief but important and prayerful time, we meet in the chapel immediately following Communion and pray for all individuals on our Parish Prayer List. If you have someone on the Prayer List, have a special intention (even if confidential), or just feel called to join us, please come! You are always welcome! If you have any questions, please call Dave Healy.
"SENIORADVANTAGE" AT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL:
this free program for adults aged 55+ is designed to promote healthy living.
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN JANUARY:
Last Tuesday of each month in 2013: Medication Checks; bring a "brown bag" with your medications in it and speak with our pharmacy staff about the medications you are taking, possible side effects or interactions and other drug-related questions; blood pressure and glucose screenings. Meet the team in Classroom 109-B.
Call 813-342-1313 to RSVP or for more information. Memorial Hospital is located at 2901 Swann Ave.
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CHURCH INFORMATION
CONTACT INFORMATION:
ST. MARY'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND SCHOOL
4311 W. SAN MIGUEL STREET
TAMPA, FLORIDA 33629
Church (813) 251-1660
School (813) 258-5508
Facsimile (813) 254-3780
Rector Email eric.kahl@stmarystampa.com
Email churchoffice@stmarystampa.com
Website www.stmarystampa.com
IN CASE OF PASTORAL EMERGENCIES AND URGENT CHURCH BUSINESS: Please contact the Rector on his cell phone: (813) 476 -5868.
OFFICE HOURS: The parish office is open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., and Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
TO SCHEDULE OR PLACE AN EVENT ON THE CALENDAR OR TO HAVE INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THE "E-PISTLE: All parish organizations, groups or individuals must complete a Blue Sheet before we can schedule and place an event on the calendar. The Blue Sheet is available in the church office or you can contact Judy at 251-1660. Any information to be included in the "E-pistle" or other parish communications should also be directed to the church office.
UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION: St Mary's is increasingly using e-mail to communicate with members. Please let the church office know if your address or e-mail changes! We have many instances in which only one member of the family has an e-mail address on file. We would be happy to add additional family members to the mailing list if you let us know. Please contact the church office at 251-1660 or email us at churchoffice@stmarystampa.com to update your information.
SACRAMENTAL AND LITURGICAL MINISTRIES: Information is available in, and events are scheduled through, the Church Office. An appointment with the Rector is also required.
Baptisms: Holy Baptism is administered at various times of the year. Active participation in the life of St. Mary's is expected of all candidates, parents and sponsors (godparents). Instruction for Parents and Godparents is required.
Communion for Children (commonly known as "First Communion"): This preparatory course for young people in grades 1-3 is offered twice a year. Format requires at least one parent in attendance at the course.
Confirmation: This Sacrament of the mature affirmation of faith is offered at the time of the Bishop's Visitation.
Weddings: The sacrament of Holy Matrimony is celebrated at St. Mary's for parishioners and non-parishioners who are baptized. Weddings are not scheduled during the season of Lent.
Funerals: It is a right of every baptized Christian to be buried from the church. In the event of the death of a loved one, please contact the church office. You may also meet with the Rector to plan for your own funeral.
Other Sacramental Ministries: The priests of the parish are available for administering many other sacramental acts of ministry such as, CONFESSION, HOUSE BLESSINGS, UNCTION (anointing with oil for healing) by appointment. Please arrange these events with the church office.
Hospitalizations: We ask that you notify the church office so clergy may call on you. At the hospital, please register as a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church.
Financial Support: The parish is supported by the offerings of all the people. The standard of giving is the tithe (10%), and all members are urged to reach this level of Christian giving. Envelopes are used and a pledge card may be secured from the church office.
STAFF
The Reverend ERIC KAHL, Rector
The Reverend JOHN WOLFE, Deacon
The Reverend GEORGE CAVE
The Reverend LESTER DURST
The Rev. CN. DENNIS KEZAR, Rector Emeritus
JACOB MERRETT, Choir Master/Organist
JUDY MESSIER, Church Administrator
DAVID HEALY, Director of Pastoral Care
BEVERLY MENARD, Bookkeeper/Registrar
VESTRY
Jenifer LeBeau '13 - Senior Warden
Paul Rogers '12 - Junior Warden
Russ Callahan '12
Barry Shone '12
Henry Woodroffe '12
Bob Mabry '13
JoAnn Padell '13
Robert Rocha '13
Paige Hampton '14
Charles Scruggs '14
Matt Valaes '14 - Treasurer
Frank Vickory '14 - Secretary
CRAIG MAYFIELD - Chancellor
SCHOOL
SCOTT D. LAIRD, Headmaster |
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