The Shamrock

September 24, 2014

In This Issue

PARISH BIRTHDAYS

Cris Paul, Mary Louise Wilson, Lauren Richards, Bill Murphy, Gray Temple, Zana Boyanton, Sarah Stevens, Jeff Hudgins, Emily Sigman, Lynn Fischer-Queen, Taylor Harper, Ryan Sheridan

Happy birthday!

Patty's Porch

This is a new section in the Shamrock to share information about things going on in the community. Pull up a rocking chair and let us know what's going on.

Mind-in-Heart Spiritual Leadership:October 9-11 at Sewanee with Tilden Edwards.

A retreat, "Practicing Mind-in-Heart Spiritual Leadership", will explore the dimensions of a contemplative leadership model within various ministry contexts...both lay and ordained. The Sunday morning contemplatice class at St. Patrick's is using Tilden's book.

For more information and registration, go here.

The Spirituality of the Labyrinth:

Spiritual Nourishment in our Challenging Times

A Day With The Reverend Dr. Lauren Artress, Oct. 25 at Cathedral of St. Philip.

More info and registration here.

Stewardship: It is never too late to pledge! Pledge cards for the 2014 Operating Budget are available in the office and you can find a printable pledge card here.

Pledge cards should be returned to the parish office. "Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." 2 Cor. 9:7

Want to Join St. Patrick's? Please email Amanda Vaughn or call her at 770-455-6523 for more information.

STAY CONNECTED

Visit the website for more details on events and programs.

The office is open Monday - 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 Wednesdays.

All content submitted is subject to editing.

Contact: Amanda Vaughn, Director of Communications, 770-455-6523 or amanda.vaughn@stpat.net

Out and About in the Diocese of Atlanta
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Charlize Warren's drawing of the altar.

Malachi's Storehouse Mobile Food Pantry

The Mobile Food Pantry started like many other things that happen at Malachi's Storehouse. A contact from the Atlanta Community Food Bank called and said that the ACFB was beginning a pilot program and that MSH had been selected to participate in the pilot. The Mobile Food Pantry project was designed by the ACFB to help them meet their goal of distributing more food to food deserts. Some of us may be surprised to know that Dunwoody is considered to be a food desert in regards to fresh food for those in need; but it's true. We were pleased to be chosen as a pilot site; and said "yes" albeit with a bit of a lump in our throats. We really did not know how we were going to get the volunteers to cover yet another day of serving; but we know that we are called to follow Jesus into the desert...especially the food desert. Did you know there are 300 references to the poor and needy in our Holy Scriptures? The hungry and needy are on God's mind and heart.

Our usual practice at Malachi's is to, if at all possible, say "yes" to calls that come about free food, clothing, diapers, household items etc. and then put our foot on the path of resourcing the details. We handled this call with just that practice. That is, we said "yes" to what was given and then worried, watched, and prayed as God worked out the details. At Malachi's, we often experience God as a really tenacious and busy "stage Mom", feverishly backstage working out the details and always going before us preparing the way.

The previous Mobile Food pantry we fed 200 families. We are currently open one (occasionally two) Saturday mornings a month. Bill Bowling and the folks at ACFB believe that ending food scarcity in Georgia is within our reach. We think Jesus would be really happy about that goal. We know that we are. When we were walking in the last Hunger Walk, joining 15,000 people who walked in solidarity to affirm that goal, Malachi's Storehouse volunteers heard the call and continue to do their part to realize that dream. We know that it is do-able. We say "yes" every Wednesday and worry, watch, and pray as God works out the details.

One of the really fun things about the Mobile Food Pantries are that we get to host different groups of folks who want to volunteer. Georgia Power, Chase Bank, and Dad's Bucket List are among the volunteer groups from Dunwoody that have helped pass out free food on Saturdays. In October, Chamblee High School Honor Society is assisting with the serving. We welcome you to join in. We can always use volunteers to host -our families, move food, or break down cardboard.

All of you give to Malachi's Storehouse in some way- your dollars, your prayers, your ugly mugs, your long-sufferingness about how hard we are on the building, your understanding, your worry, your frequent applause at how hard we work are all felt ways that you offer support. We would love for you to share in the joy of Malachi's as well. Come anytime. We welcome you on Saturdays and on Wednesdays to the joy of serving with your whole heart. Let God be your backstage Momma readying

the details for your social justice debut OR comeback. Say "yes" and watch God show up and work out the details. Maybe you'll get the starring role.

The next Mobile Food Pantry at St. Patrick's will be this Saturday, Sept. 27, at 9:00 a.m.

COMING EVENTS

Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-12:00 p.m.	Flu shots in parish hall
October 5 at 2:00 p.m.	St. Francis Day Blessing of Animals on the front lawn
October 5 at 5:00 p.m.	The Gathering, Parish Hall
November 4	Wayne Judge Memorial Golf Tournament
November 9 at 5:00 p.m.	The Gathering, Parish Hall

WORSHIP

The Gathering: Sunday, Oct. 5 at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
A contemplative and progressive gathering with prayer and poetry... music, guided meditation, and silence... Inspired by wisdom traditions, modern Celtic spirituality, and natural spirituality. Music by Ramsay and friends. This is an *OPEN* invitation to all ages, for anyone who may enjoy an off-center, earthy and experiential approach to gathered spirituality.

St. Patrick's

Adult Christian Formation

Sundays, 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

The Old Testament for the New Millennium
Learning to Walk in the Dark by Barbara Brown Taylor
Painting Looking Up: Art Lab
Meditative Prayer
Dreams
Roundtable

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.

Wonderful Wednesdays - Embracing an Alternative Orthodoxy (Fr. Richard Rohr)

Facilitators Fr. Dick and Kathryn Turman

Nave

Through November 19

Wednesday nights begin with dinner in our Parish Hall! Dinner is served 6:00-6:50 p.m. to allow participation in Adult Formation. Adult meals are $7, Youth and Children (3-12 years of age) are $5, with a Family Maximum of $20. Please email Amanda Vaughn 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.

Fr. Richard Rohr, a globally recognized ecumenical teacher and Franciscan priest, invites us to explore a Christian faith informed by contemplation, mysticism, compassion, justice and centuries of rich Christian history. In separate video segments Fr. Rohr stimulates thoughtful and heartfelt discussion as we delve deeply into the themes of Atonement Theology, Eco-Spirituality, the Cosmic Christ, Orthodoxy vs. Orthopraxy, and Mysticism over Moralism.

For full information on all available options, please see our webpage.

PARISH HAPPENINGS

Flu Shots This Sunday: On Sunday, October 5, Peachtree Pharmacy will be at St. Patrick's in the Parish Hall to give flu shots between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Medicare Part B and/or insurance will be accepted. Without either, the cost is $25.00. We need to get an idea of how many will be taking advantage of this offer, so please email Amanda Vaughn to let her know.

The Wayne Judge Memorial Golf Tournament:

Nov. 4 at Rivermont Country Club in Johns Creek

It is time for the annual Wayne Judge Memorial Golf Tournament whose proceeds will help fund St Patrick's Youth programs.The tournament will be a scramble format with a shotgun start at 11:00 a.m.The price per golfer is $85.00 which includes a bag lunch and beverages. We have planned several new additions to the tournament to add to the fun, sponsorship opportunities available, and volunteers needed. Questions? Want to help? Contact Mike Cropper.

Click here for the golf tournament website.

Find full information here on our website

Volunteers Needed: We need some volunteers for a transportation ministry:

We need for volunteers who would be willing to transport folks to church events.
We also need those who need a ride to let us know in the church office.
And we're looking for someone to coordinate those who need rides with those who are willing to transport.

Please call the church office at 770.455.6523 if you fit any of these spots!

Name tags: Remember, wear your name tag when you come to nametag

St. Patrick's! They're hanging alphabetically on the name tag board. Each Sunday the board can be found in the narthex. Otherwise it lives in the back hallway. If you need a nametag, please email Amanda Vaughn or fill out the form that can be found Sunday mornings in the narthex on the stand next to the visitor's book.

Vestry Meetings:These meetings are open to all. The next Vestry Meeting is Sunday, Oct. 19 at 12:30 p.m. in Room 8.

Preparing to Prepare: A New Arts Retreat:

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

Children's Music Program: Exciting news! The children's music program will be re-commencing on Sunday, Oct. 5 immediately following CGS. A range of of new instruments and resources have just been added to the music room, so we would love to see your children there! Please note that most of the pageant preparations for this Christmas (songs and speaking parts) will be rehearsed during this time slot.

Lastly, there will be two music classes for different age groups this year (Level 1 and Levels 2/3 combined). For further details, email Heather Chlup or call her at 732-533-8104.

Kroger Plus Card for CGS: You have an opportunity to help support the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program, and it costs you no money and only about 15 minutes of your time! We have enrolled in the Kroger Community Rewards program, so all your Kroger purchases can count as rewards for the CGS program here at St. Patrick. All you need to do is go online to your Kroger Plus card account and "attach" it to the St. Patrick's Kroger Rewards program. Then every time you shop, we get a little money back.

Click here for instructions on how to get started.

Lectionary for this Sunday - using Track 2

Nursery (newborn - 4 yrs old) - 9:00 a.m.

Children (ages 2 � - 11) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd - 9:00 a.m.

Youth - Rite 13, J2A, and YEA meet at 9:00 a.m.

Adult Christian Formation - 9:15 a.m.

The Old Testament for the New Millennium - Room 8
Learning to Walk in the Dark by Barbara Brown Taylor - Gathering Room
Painting Looking Up:Art Lab - Art Room
Meditative Prayer - Chapel
Dreams - Library
Roundtable - Parlor

MINISTRY NEWS

Stephen Ministry: Changes can be difficult, especially when they are unexpected. Stephen Ministers are trained to help people learn to cope with unwelcome changes in their lives for as long as they are needed. If you have experienced great changes or know someone who has, learn more about Stephen Ministry by calling one of the Clergy Members at 770 455-6523.Everything you tell a Stephen Minister is kept absolutely confidential.

INCOME SUMMARY

Actual Income (Adjusted) - YTD*	Budgeted Income - YTD	Year to Date Difference: Actual - Budgeted	Projected Year End Difference	Projected Year End Difference (% of Annual Budget)
$287,446	$334,524	($47,077)	($68,001)	-14.1%

* : pre-payments of pledge values have been annualized

CALENDAR

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, 9/25

12:30 p.m. Holy Spirit Prayer Group, Library

6:00 p.m. Brotherhood of St. Andrew, PH, Kitchen

8:00 p.m. The Male Room (AA - Men only), Room 14

Friday, 9/26

8:00 p.m. The Dunwoody North Group (AA), Room 9

Saturday, 9/27

9:00 a.m. Malachi's Mobile Food Pantry

Sunday, 9/28

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Chapel

9:00 a.m. CGS & Youth Classes

9:15 a.m. Adult Christian Formation Classes
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Nave

12:15 p.m. Hospitality House, Parish Hall

Monday, 9/29

9:30 a.m. Tai Chi, Parish Hall

1:00 p.m. Staff Meeting, Room 1

7:00 p.m. EfM, Room 8

7:00 p.m. Men's Accountability Group, Room 1

8:00 p.m. AA (open), Room 14

Tuesday, 9/30

6:45 a.m. Men's Prayer Group, Room 8

6:00 p.m. German Ensemble, Choir Room

Wednesday, 10/1

12:15 p.m. Holy Eucharist with Healing, Chapel
1:30 p.m. Malachi's Storehouse, Parish Hall

6:00 p.m. Wonderful Wednesday, Parish Hall