Weekly Postings
July  18- July 27
In This Issue
From the Rector
Our Schedule This Sunday
Veterans' Ice Cream Social
July Service Participant Schedule
I Give to Saint Paul's Because...
Looking Ahead
Family Movie Night
Summer Sunday Guest Musicians
Children's Christian Formation Teachers Needed
Kanuga
Registration for Ironman Volunteers Begins
Parents of College Students
July Birthdays
From the Rector

Reports from around the world show a mounting death toll in Gaza, and no end in sight.  Humanitarian aid is not getting in and those suffering in Gaza have to rely on their own resources to aid the wounded and feed their children.

 

While many governments and the Christian Patriarchs in Jerusalem have called for calm, negotiation and respect, the way forward is far from clear. Latest word is that a ground attack is still a possibility.

 

How much more can the civilian population endure? They face polluted water, extremely limited power supply, shortages of everything from medical supplies to building materials. 

 

And through it all, Al Ahli Hospital and its heroic staff treat those in need with compassion and skill.

 

The American Friends of the Diocese of Jerusalem can get funds to the Hospital. They can purchase fuel, food, and whatever medical supplies are available. It's possible to do something to address the need and do it now. Pray, stay current and support those suffering in a desperate situation. 

 

If you would like to make a gift make your check payable to Saint Paul's Church, for the Diocese of Jerusalem.
This SundayJuly 20
Our Schedule for This Sunday
 
10:00 AM
Holy Eucharist Rite II 
Following the 10:00 AM service        Lemonade on the Lawn
5:30 PM          Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion   
 
The readings for this Sunday  are Genesis 28:10-19a, Psalm 139:1-11, 22-23, Romans 8:12-25, and Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43. 
Veterans' Ice Cream Social 
Sunday, July 20, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Share some time with our Veterans at the GA War Veterans Nursing Home, Sunday, July 20, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. We'll be serving ice cream and cookies to the Veterans. Contact Tina Shaw for more information at teshaw1@knology.net.
Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion Service will be held Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m. Lily Ferguson will be our guest musician this Sunday. 
 
I give of myself to Saint Paul's Because ...
In the weeks and months to come your Stewardship Committee is moving toward a program of year-round stewardship. Don't worry, we won't be talking about money nonstop, but we will be lifting up and giving thanks for the stewardship of our time, talents and treasures.

You will have noticed that in the Prayers of the People we are praying for those groups and individuals at Saint Paul's who offer of themselves to the work and mission of the parish. We would like to now reach out to you. Stewardship is not simply the work of a small committee trying to raise money for the work of the parish. Stewardship is the work and responsibility of all who call Saint Paul's their church home.

In your Sunday bulletin, online and on our mobile app, you will find a short questionnaire. There is one simple question: "I/We give of ourselves, our time talent and treasure to Saint Paul's because.....". Answers to this question will help all of us understand better the many and varied ways we are connected to one another and to the life and ministry of Jesus Christ through this wonderful parish.

Thank you in advance for sharing your thoughtful response.

 

George 
Next WeekJuly 21 - July 27
Manna Pantry Friday, July 25, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m., Tyler Hall
Saturday, July 26, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Tyler Hall  
Our next Manna Pantry is scheduled Friday, July 25th, and Saturday, July 26th. Families with children are welcome to join parishioners of all ages to help in this ministry. Friday afternoon the food is delivered and unloaded from the truck, boxes are assembled, and food organized from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Saturday morning, recipients are registered, and food distributed from 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon. For more information, please contact Anita Tanner.
Family Movie Night
 Sunday, July 27, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Join us for a summer "Sundae"
and a movie, featuring
"How to Train Your Dragon"
 and an ice cream sundae bar,
 in the River Room, 
on Sunday, July 27, at 6:30 p.m.

Donate Summer Sunday Guest Musicians
Donate summer Sunday guest musicians. On the Sundays during July and August when the choirs are on vacation there are opportunities to provide for guest singers and instrumentalists. Gifts can be in memory or honor of someone or in thanksgiving. Please contact Music Director, Keith Shafer, for details or (706) 724-2485 x 215.
Looking Ahead
Children's Christian Formation Teachers For Fall Schedule

We're looking for a few more teachers for Children's Christian Formation to complete the Fall rotation. Teaching a class does not require an every Sunday commitment. A schedule is being completed to allow teachers to share the responsibility for the semester. Please prayerfully consider how you can support our Children's Christian Formation program. If you are interested in teaching Sunday School, please contact Michelle Hawkins or The Rev. Kelsey Hutto .

Kanuga

 

 

This past year a small but good group of parishioners gathered at Kanuga for an enjoyable weekend in the mountains of North Carolina.

 

As we plan Christian Formation and other parish activities we find that our weekend dates come in the midst of this busy season.  So for that reason we will not be having our parish weekend at Kanuga this year.  It is our hope that we can find a date later in the fall or spring for the coming year.

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Iron Man 70.3 Swim Start Gear Drop Volunteer Sign-Up Open
Ironman 70.3 Volunteers are needed to commit to work the Swim Start Gear Drop Area located on the river behind Saint Paul's Church. The event will be on the morning of Sunday, September 28 and will require volunteers to work during the early morning in checking in participants' gear before they begin the swim portion of the competition. This will be Saint Paul's signature participation in the Ironman event. We need 20+ volunteers. To volunteer please click here.   

Contact Jack Hayman for information about other volunteer opportunities on "Ironman Sunday." 
Parents of College Students
The Daughters of the King has requested addresses for our college students so that they may send notes and small surprises to them during the year. As your children register for housing for the fall semester, please forward updated mailing addresses to the Parish Office.  
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Are we missing your birthday?
Please contact the Parish Office to update our files.
 
 
 
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