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The Shamrock - September 4, 2013
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 Come and See! The next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. Finding Philip, he said to him, "Follow me." Philip, like Andrew and Peter, was from the town of Bethsaida. 45 Philip found Nathanael and told him, "We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote-Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.""Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?" Nathanael asked. "Come and see," said Philip. John 1:43-46 This great rumor is spreading around Dunwoody. Some are saying that the Messiah has been found at St. Patrick's! To those of you who wondering what this is all about, let me say with Philip, "Come and see!" Come and see Jesus among us this Sunday in youth and leaders, in catechists and children, in adult facilitators and offerings, in conversations continued and stories exchanged in our beautifully renewed and refreshed parish hall, and in holy food shared in our services and between them. Yes, it is true. Jesus is here! Come and see-this Sunday-and next Sunday, too! Blessings! D+
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You are invited to "Come & See Sunday" on September 8, at 9:00 a.m. between the services in the Parish Hall to 'Come & See". A light Continental breakfast will offer good food, hot coffee and chilled juice. Do come early so you can register for one of our great door prizes! Names of the lucky winners will be drawn at 10:00 a.m.!
Wonderful Wednesdays - Parish Family Dinner and Study
Starts September 11, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday nights begin with a delicious catered meal in our newly refreshed Parish Hall! Dinner is served 6:00-6:50pm to allow participation in Adult Formation or Choir Rehearsal. Adult meals are $6, Youth and Children (3-12 years of age) are $5, with a Family Maximum of $20. Please call the church office to make your dinner reservation. Childcare, at no charge, is available by reservation through the church office by the Monday before.
Episcopal Essentials: Are you ready to be a confirmed member of St. Patrick's? Join us on Wednesday nights from September 11 through October 30 for Episcopal Essentials. This is our "Inquirers Class," and serves as preparation for confirmation, reaffirmation and reception at the diocesan service at the Cathedral of St. Philip On December 8. While designed to introduce newcomers to the history, liturgy and sacramental life of the Episcopal Church, this class is open to all who are interested in discussing things Anglican. Led by Fr. Dick, Deacon Ed, Jim Lynn
Click here to see the full schedule of adult Christian Formation offerings for the fall.
Formation Leader Commissioning: This Sunday, Sept. 8, we will commission all those who are giving their time this fall to lead us in Christian formation. Please join us in thanking and praying for the following:
Sean Dolan, Edie Krakowiak, Andy Krakowiak, Ellen Clarke, Kendra Yates, Brenda Marquis, Al Cedarholm, Harry Delcher, Ed Fuller, Charles Boyanton, Taylor Harper, Keith Harper, Wayne Ware, Gerry Balboni, Dick Game, Jim Lynn, Cece Balboni,Catherine Renaud, Josephine Richardson, Pam Williams, Marsha Huelsbeck, Charlie Tighe, Victoria Schwartz, Ashley Lytle, Kathy Malcolm Hall, and Mary Louise Wilson.
Youth and Parents Meeting: All youth and their parents are invited to a meeting in the Nave this Sunday, Sept. 8, after the 10:30 a.m. service.
Foyers Groups: We are enjoying a lot of good food, conversation, and fellowship as we get to know each other. Currently we have two groups, The Delightfuls and The Galloping Gourmets. These groups will be meeting once a month through the fall, and can receive new members at any time. New groups will be forming during this time also. Call Diane Rankin at 404-277-5388 or email her if you would like to join a current group or sign up for a new group to start in the winter.
Tai Chi: Planning your fall schedule? Don't forget Tai Chi on Monday mornings at 9:00 a.m. It's not too late to join, even if you are new to Tai Chi. We'll be meeting in the newly renovated Parish Hall. Come destress, and get centered, strong and flexible. Questions? Ask Victoria Schwartz.
Fall Arts Retreat: The fall retreat will be held at the Fort Mountain Retreat Center on October 4-6, 2013.
The cost is $150.00 ($100.00 Deposit due by September 21) which includes two nights, 2 suppers, 2 breakfasts, (lunches on our own) and a wonderful place to practice your art. Email Diane Rankin for details or call her at 404-277-5388.
New Name Tags: The new name tags are finished and clipped on the board in alphabetical order. Please wear them on Sundays! If yours is missing, please email Amanda Vaughn at amanda.vaughn@stpat.net
Synthesis CE Available: The Synthesis CE, a lectionary study guide following the Revised Common Lectionary, for September is available on the table outside the office. Please pick up a copy to learn more about the scripture we read each week.
Want to Join St. Patrick's? Please email Amanda Vaughn or call her at 770-455-6523 for more information.
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Christian Formation
Nursery - newborn - 4 years - Room 6
Youth and Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Classes Recommence This Sunday:
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Level I - ages 3, 4, and Kindergarten - Room 4
Level II - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades - Room 9
Level III - 4th and 5th grades - Room 3
(Children's Music in Room 10)
Rite 13 - 6th and 7th grades - Room 12
J2A - 8th and 9th grades - Room 11
YEA - 10th - 12th grades - Room 14
Adult Formation Class: Join us at 9:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall for Come & See Sunday.
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Ministry News
Education for Ministry Class Forming Now: EfM is a four-year program of theological education produced by the School of Theology at the University of the South. It offers the opportunity to grow spiritually through study, prayer, and reflection. We are forming an EfM class for the 2013-14 year. For enrollment details please call or email Gerry Balboni or (404) 915-1113 or email Wayne Ware or call him at (404) 213-8566.
Prayer Requests: If you'd like to have a name added to the St. Patrick's prayer list, please email the information to prayerrequests@stpat.net. Malachi Reads is a program where the kids of Malachi Storehouse visitors can read and be read to by Volunteers from St. Patrick's. When the kids leave they get to choose a couple of books to take home with them. We currently need volunteers to come on Wednesdays from 2:30 to 5:00 to read. Please email Diane Rankin or call her at 404-277-5388 if this feels like a ministry for you. Cloverleaf: Fall might seem far away, but the All Saints issue of the Cloverleaf is just around the corner.
Remember the aunt who sent you cookies at camp? The neighbor who made your street into a caring community? The college roommate who died too soon? Let us know about your favorite saint and then we'll know more about lovely YOU. Articles, photos, poems are due no later than Sunday, October 6, and are accepted in any form - snail mail, electronically, or written in crayon. You can email entries to Barbara Allen.
Stephen Ministry: If you are feeling troubled about a problem in your life, please know that Stephen Ministers are always available. They will be there to listen and to walk with you during the times when you most need them. God wants you to be at peace, and the Stephen Ministers are trained to help you find that peace. Call Fr. Dick at 770-455-6523 to be put in touch with a Stephen Minister. Your request and conversations will be kept totally confidential.
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Parish Birthdays
Week of September 2
Taylor Nichols, Bill Kaiser, Bill Rankin, Jan Owens, Ann Brown, Dallas Yates, Nick Hope
Happy birthday!
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This Week at St. Patrick's
For more detailed information, please check the website. If you are not on the weekly Shamrocks email list and would like to be, please email Amanda Vaughn.
Thursday, 9/5
12:30 p.m. Holy Spirit Prayer Group, Library
8:00 p.m. The Male Room (AA - Men only), Room 9
Friday, 9/6
9:30 a.m. Dream Group, Library
8:00 p.m. The Dunwoody North Group (AA), Room 9
Saturday, 9/7
Sunday, 9/8
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Chapel
10:00 a.m. Come & See Sunday, Parish Hall
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Nave
Hospitality House, Narthex
Monday, 9/9
9:00 a.m. Tai Chi Class, Narthex
10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting, Room 1
1:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry Meeting, Room 1
7:00 p.m. Men's Accountability Group, Room 1
EfM Class, Room 8
8:00 p.m. AA (open), Room 14
Tuesday, 9/10
6:45 a.m. Men's Prayer Group, Room 8
6:00 p.m. German Ensemble, Choir Room
6:30 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting, Room 1
Wednesday, 9/11
12:15 p.m. Holy Eucharist with Healing Prayer and Anointing, Chapel
3:00 p.m. Malachi Storehouse
6:15 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday Evening Series, Parish Hall/Nave
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room
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Income Summary
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Actual Income (Adjusted) - YTD*
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Budgeted Income - YTD
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Year to Date Difference: Actual - Budgeted
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Projected Year End Difference
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Projected Year End Difference (% of Annual Budget)
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$294,041
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$346,036
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($51,995)
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-15.0%
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* : pre-payments of pledge values have been annualized
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Contact us:
The Office is open Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The phone number is 770-455-6523.
Deadline for submitting news items for The Shamrock and bulletin is noon Tuesdays. Send news and photos to amanda.vaughn@stpat.net. Most news items will run for two weeks.
The Shamrock is published weekly. It is distributed most Wednesday evenings.
All content submitted is subject to editing.
Contact: Amanda Vaughn, Director of Communications, 770-455-6523 or amanda.vaughn@stpat.net
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