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The Shamrock - September 18, 2013
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The Brotherhood of St. Andrew
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is an international ministry to Christian men and boys. It was incorporated by an Act of the U.S. Congress, signed by President Theodore Roosevelt, on May 30, 1908. That Act states in part, "...the sole object of said corporation shall be the spread of Christ's Kingdom among men." The corporate office is located in Ambridge, Pennsylvania.
The Brotherhood is named for St. Andrew. When Jesus asked Andrew to follow him, Andrew first brought his brother, Simon Peter, with him, saying, "We have found the Christ."
At St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, we are about 20 members who meet monthly for Bible study and prayer. Because we are so new, we have been placing a lot of emphasis on projects and establishing ourselves as a Christian body aligned with the mission of our parish church. Our direction, though, is always in support of our three disciplines: Prayer, Study, and Service.
We try to follow the three disciplines in support of our mission. For Prayer, we pray daily for the spread of Christ's Kingdom, especially among men and youth. For Study, we study the Holy Scriptures regularly and the teachings of the Church to attain a better understanding of how to follow Christ and bring others into his Kingdom. Our Service is to make continuous efforts to bring others nearer to Christ through his Church.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Brotherhood, contact a member of the clergy or Jim Lynn, 404-308-4100. More information can be found on the St. Patrick's website.
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Come & See Sunday in the refurbished parish hall. See more photos by Carter Cooper on our flickr page.
Wonderful Wednesdays - Parish Family Dinner and Study, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.: Wednesday nights begin with a delicious catered meal in our newly refreshed Parish Hall! Dinner is served 6:00-6:50 p.m. 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 by the Monday before 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 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. The topic for Sept. 18 is Anglican history, led by Jim Lynn. The topic for Sept. 25 is liturgy and the prayer book led by Deacon Ed. 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. The class will be led by Fr. Dick, Deacon Ed, and Jim Lynn.
Click here to see the full schedule of adult Christian Formation offerings for the fall.
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.
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.
Cathedral Bookstore Lecture: The 7th Annual Jane Baird Lecture will be held on Thursday, Sept. 19. This year the lecture series features three popular writers, The Rev. Martha Sterne, The Rev. Barbara Brown Taylor, and Dr. Beth-Sarah Wright. The event is free but RSVP to the bookstore by calling 404-237-7582 or emailing here.
Diocesan Communications Survey: The Diocesan office would like your help. Please take a few minutes
to answer their communications survey. We value your time and contributions --and especially welcome your feedback! Survey can be found here.
Registration due for Dr. Wright's Conference at St. Edward's: Today, Sept. 18 is deadline for registering for Dr. Wright's conference at St. Edward's which will be held on Sept. 28 at 2:00 p.m. More information can be found here.
Fall Festival & Health Fair at Monastery: Join the Monastery on Sat., Oct. 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Monastery of the Holy Spirit for a child-friendly day of festivities that include lots of fun stuff for kids of all ages: petting zoo, hay rides, pony rides, wild life, food vendors & more! Free health screenings for adults 18 and over! More information here.
Cursillo Ultreya Scheduled: An Ultreya will be held at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Snellville on Oct. 27 from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Email Susan Carson for more information.
Cloverleaf Meeting: Staff of the Cloverleaf (anyone who shows up) will meet in Room 1 after the 10:30 a.m. service on Sept. 29. Lunch will be served at the meeting.
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Christian Formation
Lectionary for this Sunday.
Nursery - newborn - 4 years - Room 6
Youth and Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Classes:
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:
Dreams: A Way to Listen to God, Library
Gospel of Thomas, Gathering Room
Introduction to the Old Testament, Boardroom 8a/8b
Roundtable Discussion Series, Parlor
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Ministry News
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 - 5:00 p.m. to read. Please email Diane Rankin or call her at 404-277-5388 if this feels like a ministry for you.
Garden of Eatin' needs lettuce: As we prepare the beds for fall planting, the garden needs donations of lettuce plants like green leaf and romaine. These plants will provide fresh produce for our food pantry clients through the winter months. Please drop off your donated lettuce plants at church by the garden by Monday, Sept. 23.
Also, please consider joining our small group of faithful gardeners on Wednesday afternoon at 2:00 p.m., when we harvest, plant, and water the garden. No experience is necessary! We have fun while engaging Malachi's clients in gardening. For more information, please contact James Tola or Wendy Lauber.
Cloverleaf: "When the sparrow falls, that tiny being, it leaves a hole in the sparrow world and in the mind of God's eternal present. Like all of us, it will never not have been." - Barbara Crafton
Tell us about the hole in your life where your favorite saint used to be. Aren't we glad to have read about these in past issues? Barbara Stafford on Cora Belle: "Since she was away from her "holy-roller" church she delighted in trying mother's perfume, lipstick and powder." Or Holly's grandmother: "She ate peaches with a passion, took a nap every day and laughed at everything you said whether it was funny or not." We eagerly await your submission of article, poem or photo. Deadline is Sunday, October 6. Email submissions to Barbara Allen.
If you'd like to give a gift toward this issue as a memorial to someone wonderful, make your check payable to St. Patrick's, and note "Cloverleaf - Memorial" with the name of the person to be memorialized in the subject line. We'll be eternally grateful. All gifts will be acknowledged in this issue.
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 16
Ronley Williams, Jeremy Carlson, Karen Warren, Spencer White, Stanley Birdsong, Meriah Grove, Cris Paul, Mary Louise Wilson
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, 9/19
12:30 p.m. Holy Spirit Prayer Group, Library
8:00 p.m. The Male Room (AA - Men only), Room 9
Friday, 9/20
9:30 a.m. Dream Group, Library
8:00 p.m. The Dunwoody North Group (AA), Room 9
Saturday, 9/21
Sunday, 9/22
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Chapel
9:00 a.m. CGS Classes
9:15 a.m. Adult and Youth Classes
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Nave
Hospitality House, Narthex
Monday, 9/23
9:00 a.m. Tai Chi Class, Narthex
10:30 a.m. Staff 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, 9/24
6:45 a.m. Men's Prayer Group, Room 8
6:00 p.m. German Ensemble, Choir Room
Wednesday, 9/25
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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$329,353
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$365,810
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($36,456)
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($51,236)
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-10.0%
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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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