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Senior Warden's Weekly Report to the Parish Fellow Parishioners: We made the "whisper number"! A pledge came in last week that put us over $600,000 in pledged income for 2014, a 19.7% increase over last year. We received 186 pledges during the 2013 campaign which was an 8.8% increase over the 2012 campaign and 19.2% above 2011. George, Ann Ewell, Braye Boardman, Kelsey Hutto, and I attended the Consortium of Endowed Episcopal Parishs' Annual Conference last weekend in Atlanta. We'll be having debriefing sessions in the coming weeks to compare notes since we all attended different workshops. I can safely report that new technologies in stewardship, outreach, pastoral care, education, evangelism, and parish life are being utilized extensively by the member churches of the Consortium. Some of this is very exciting. To some of us who might be categorized in a more mature demographic, use of a few of these technologies is a little scary. We will definitely be bringing some new ideas to the Vestry retreat this weekend. |
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The conference also provided a great opportunity to interact with clergy and lay leadership from larger parishes throughout the country. In one workshop I sat between a Bishop from New York and the Dean of the Cathedral in Salinas, Kansas. The Dean was 39 years old. It was also quite clear from the conversations with folks from around the country that the Episcopal Church faces some real challenges in the coming years. One of these challenges is a shortage of experienced priests due to a large group of retirements which will take place in the next three years. More on this later.
In summary, our participation in this conference will prove quite beneficial to the parish as we plan for the future.
We had some minor roof damage as a result of the ice storm, but much less than we initially thought.
Blessings,
Monty
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Thanks to the broad support of Saint Paul's Congregation, good publicity, and our Outreach volunteers our Mardi Gras themed fundraiser was another great success! Thanks also to the talents of our volunteer event planners / decorators, the River Room was transformed into an elegant , and sparkling New Orleans Mardi Gras venue.
We saw record turnout, largely due to the fact that attendees invited friends and family to join them in the revelry. We scrambled to facilitate entrance to the River Room at jammed ticket lines , to set up additional tables and seating in the River Room, and to serve the crowd of silent auction bidders in the Berlin Room. The buffet line was popular as usual, dispensing delicious homemade traditional Mardi Gras fare. Our acolyte volunteers were star performers in helping with the overflow of diners.
The sound system was overwhelmed by the roar of the crowd, but George" bellowed" assistance in getting positive attention for our live auction in the River Room. The" Paul Roberts Band" kept colorful, enthusiastic dancers on the floor with a lively range of good music and vocals.
Finally our personable and capable bar keepers helped put extra spark into the proceedings. I can truthfully boast that there is no finer Mardi Gras celebration in the CSRA. Finally, the best outcome of all will be the food aid provided by our Church's generosity for hunger challenged of our City.
Thanks to all who participated from your Outreach Committee.
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Spring Forward This Sunday.
Daylight Savings Time begins March 9th. Be sure to turn your clocks ahead one hour before you go to bed Saturday night.
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Our Schedule for This Sunday
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Holy Eucharist Rite I without music
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8:00 - 10:00 AM
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Continental Breakfast in Tyler Hall
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Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Canterbury Choir
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Christian Formation for all ages
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Confirm Not Conform Confirmation Class
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11:00 AM
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Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Saint Paul's Choir
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The Adult Forum
Sunday Mornings, 10:00 - 10:50 a.m., The Chapel
The Adult Forum is continuing its Study and Discussion of the works of Flannery O'Connor. This week we will continue the short story "Judgment Day."
Family Foundations
Sunday Mornings, 10:00 - 10:45, The Berlin Room
This Sunday's Point to Ponder: Does your daily speech reflect a God transformed heart?Bible verse: James 3:1-12. If you have not had a chance to join us yet, why not start March off with Family Foundations. |
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EYC (grades 6-12)
Sunday, 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
EYC will meet this Sunday, 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Augusta Canal front gate park. Tara must have a head count for kayaks so be sure you've contacted her with an RSVP no later than 5:00 p.m. Today (Friday, March 7) For more information contact Tara Hansen.
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 Evensong
Sunday, March 9, 5:30 p.m.
Saint Paul's Choir will sing Choral Evensong, Sunday, March 9th, at 5:30 p.m. Mark Dickens will be the guest organist and the music sung by the choir features works of Michael Walsh, Richard Baker, and Parker Ramsay. A reception hosted by the Saint Paul's ECW follows in Tyler Hall. |
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People of the Passion
Beginning Wednesday, March 12, 11:00, Tyler Hall
On Wednesdays during this season of Lent there will be opportunity to gather at 11:00 a.m. for a study of the people of the passion. Plan to join us in Tyler Hall beginning March 12 as we explore the people surrounding Jesus. All are invited to attend the Noon Service in the Chapel following the class . |
Newcomer Party
Sunday, March 16, 6:00 p.m., at the home of George and Susan Muir
New to Saint Paul's or New Again? Please join us at the home of George and Susan Muir, 711 Milledge Rd., Augusta, Sunday March 16, 6:00 p.m. RSVP to the Parish Office by Friday 2:00 p.m., at mailbox@saintpauls.org or (706) 724-2485.
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Parents of College Students
The Daughters of the King are beginning a new ministry to Saint Paul's parishioners attending college. Please send the church office for each of your children: name, college, birth date, and mailing address so that we can contact your son or daughter while at college. We plan to send them birthday cards, "just because" cards, notes, and perhaps a few goodies too. |
Final Tuesday's Music Live Concert of the Season
Tuesday, March 18th, 12:00 noon, The Nave and River Room
The 26th season of Tuesday's Music Live comes to a close with a free performance by ETA 3, Tuesday, March 18, 12:00 noon in the nave. For more information and to make a reservation for lunch in the River Room following the concert, visit www.TuesdaysMusicLive.com. |
History Commission Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 5:00 p.m., Conference Room
The History Commission is reorganizing. Anyone interested in the history of Saint Paul's from 1750 - present is invited to attend this organizational meeting located in the Conference Room. Email Sid Shields for more information. |
ECW Fun Fast Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 6:30 p.m., Tyler Hall
The Episcopal Church Women will meet in Tyler Hall, Thursday March 20. A Light Lenten Soup Supper will be served, Lenten ideas shared and a short, fast business meeting held. Contact Margaret Jordan for more information.
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Flower Guild Meeting
Saturday, March 22, 10:00 am, The Parlor
The Flower Guild's spring meeting will be held Saturday, March 22 in the Parlor. If you are interested in joining the Flower Guild, please contact Lynn Mays or Clint Carroll.
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| Manna Pantry
Friday, March 28, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday, March 29 9:30 am - 12:30 PM
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Are we missing your birthday?
Please contact the Parish Office to update our files.
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Read the spring issue of the
Saint Paul's Postings
We've added a new pull out calendar on pages 5-8.
Paper copies are also available in the Narthex
and in the rack outside the Parish Office.
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Miss a service?
Saint Paul's Services are now on You Tube.
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