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August 17, 2016
AND ALSO WITH Y'ALL: PEACE, PAJAMAS, AND PATRICK
 
 
And Also with Y'all: Peace Pajamas and Patrick!
We had a great evening with a dinner theater, staring the Prodigal Son and a cast of real characters!! There are two Sundays left in the study of Peace in the Bible.  A nursery is available and there are classes for all ages above kindergarten! Tickets are on sale after the 10:30 service and on Sunday night. 

 Click to sign up and send in your money to reserve your place at the table. 
 
We are offering childcare for infants through 4 year olds. All others will be in a small groups. All will eat with their family.
 
**Please note: money should not be a barrier! Scholarships are available. Contact Mo. Sarah  for scholarship information .
PEACE, PAJAMAS AND PATRICK
  

ANAM CARA OFFERINGS

Anam Cara Yoga
 
Class Schedule:
Mondays noon (all levels)- A basics class grounded in a meditative spirit.
Thursdays 7:45 p.m. (intermediate) - Sweat and Restore:Get ready to move and sweat in the first part of the class, followed by deep stretching, restorative practices, and meditation.
Fridays noon (all levels) - Yin: Fewer poses held for extended lengths of time, allowing the stretches to move more deeply into our joints, soft tissue and fascia.
 


Cost:
Drop in - $12
Monthly, once a week - $36
Monthly, twice a week - $64
Monthly, three times a week - $84
 
Scholarships joyously available. Please speak with Julia ahead of time.  
Private and semi-private yoga sessions are also available. Please speak with Julia.

Centering Prayer: 
Centering Prayer meets on Mondays at 1:15 pm in the library. Please contact Rev. Julia Rusling (rev.julia@stpat.net) with questions.

Over the next several months we will be using Thomas Merton's book, New Seeds of Contemplation, to enrich our study and practice.  Even if you cannot join us on Mondays, please join us in exploring how Merton's writing may be of support to you in your contemplative journey.  
 
UPCOMING EVENTS

Safeguarding Training at St. Patrick's













Safeguarding God's Children Upcoming Trainings:
Update for Vestry members, teachers, nursery workers and anyone who works with our children! If you were unable to attend the class last weekend, here are other chances:
  • the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation (ECA) will be offering this workshop on August 20  at 12:00noon. ECA is located at 1673 Jamerson Road, Marietta, GA  30189.  If you would like to attend or have any questions, please call the Rev. Gretchen S. Ratterree at 770-928-7916 or email her. There will be a light lunch provided.
  • Another option for this training: St. Aidan's training is on Sat., Sept. 10 from 9:30 to 12:30. Register with Deborah Silver at dsilver@episcopalatlanta.org.
  
Panther Creek Hike: Aug. 20: Summer hot enough for you? Wanna get cool by hiking to a waterfall? Panther Creek Falls is beautiful and a beckons you for a refreshing dip.
Here's the trail description: easy to moderate, with a fairly steep downhill for a short section
when we get to the falls. Distance: 7 miles round trip.
Logistics: Bring your own food and water. Running shoes are fine for this hike. Some folks
may prefer hiking sandals for getting in the water. Note: if you plan to get wet, be aware that
there is no place to change clothes, so plan to dry on the hike back out : ). Let's meet at the
church at 8 a.m. We'll plan to be back by late afternoon, probably around 5 p.m. Parents,
please plan to accompany anyone under 18 years old. This hike will be weather-permitting.
Please email Wayne Ware if you plan to join us. If you have questions, please feel free to email or you can call me at 404-213-8566. 
 

Wayne Judge Memorial Golf Classic - Sept. 13 The Annual Wayne Judge Memorial Golf Classic is on the horizon and we want to see you there on Tuesday, September 13 (registration at 9:00 a.m., tee time at 10:00 a.m.) to share some fellowship, have some fun and support a great cause of renovating our St. Patrick's playground facilities.
It's as easy as 1-2-3-FORE!
  1. Block your calendar on September 13, and come out to Rivermont Country Club (bringing friends would be even better). Entry fees are $95 per golfer.
  2. Volunteer to help support the event day activities
  3. If you can't physically participate on September 13, become a sponsor - various levels are available:
  • Gold Sponsor  $1,000 (includes the fees for one foursome)
  • Silver $500  (includes the fees for two golfers)
  • Hole Sponsor $300
or paper registration forms can be found on the table in the Nave at church
Contact Mike Cropper with any questions.


Anam Cara Upcoming Events:
Saturday, Sept. 10 7-9 pm in Parlor: Chalice, Cheese, and Danna Faulds 
Saturday, Oct. 1: St. Patrick's Quiet Day 
YOUTH!
J2A Mandatory meeting for parents on Aug. 21 at 9 am

Rite 13 Mandatory meeting for parents on Aug. 28 at 9 am
 



Acolyte News: We are holding a training session for new and experienced acolytes on Saturday, August 20 at 10 a.m. We'll start with a light breakfast at 9:30 a.m. RSVP to Dana Dolan (or 678-467-4098).
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY NEWS 


We need to know...Sunday School Registration for Children and Youth: Click here for a printable information sheet for your family and child. It also contains a photo release statement at the end. Please return to Becky Beal. We want to be ready to welcome your family on Sept. 11!
LOOKING AHEAD 
 
Click here to see full calendar 

August 21, 28 from 5-7 p.m. And also with y'all:
Peace, Pajamas and Patrick 
August 21 at 12:30 pm, room 8 Vestry Meeting 
September 10, 7-9 pm, parlor Chalice, Cheese, and Danna Faulds 
September 11 Kick Off Sunday and Picnic 
September 13 Golf Tournament at Rivermont 
October 1 Quiet Day 
Ongoing: second Sunday of every month, 12:15 pm, room 8 Stephen Ministry meeting 
SUNDAY MORNING CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Christian Formation  will begin on September 11 from 9:00-10:15. Mark your calendars!

Jumping July was followed by Peace in August and in a month we begin our classes for Fall Christian Formation! 

Adults will meet in the Parish Hall for light refreshments, a look at the classes offered for the fall, and a beginning of our Adult Christian Formation.

Bring your chairs and blankets and some food to share as we will have a picnic on the grounds following the 10:30 service.  Watch for updates!
  • Nursery (newborn - 4 years old) - 9:00 a.m.
  • Children - classes will resume on September 11 with Kick off Sunday.
  • Youth - classes will resume on September 11 with Kick off Sunday. Youth, click here to check out the summer schedule full of fun events!
  • Adults
    • Rector's Forum - Parlor
    • The Scripture Group: this class will resume on August 21  
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)
 
$286,289
$293,673
($7,385)
($12,000)
 -2.5%
 
* : pre-payments of pledge values have been annualized 
STEPHEN MINISTRY 
 
Need a confidential companion who will listen? Ask Fr Dick (fr.dick@stpat.net) about Stephen Ministry.
OUTREACH

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Malachi's is open each Wednesday - lunch at 11:30 a.m. Free grocery shopping from 1 -3 p.m.
Click here to learn more.
 
 
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