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December 12 - December 21
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Dear Parish Family,
I want to thank you all for all of your support of this year's Angel Tree program. I am in the midst of counting parishioners who participated by adopting an angel, making a donation, shopping. organizing, setting up for the party, cooking breakfast, entertaining kids, etc....and I am already over 140 parishioners! This represents church family members of all ages and abilities. The response from the parish was heartwarming and inspiring. Thank you for helping brighten the lives of our children in our church neighborhood.
I am especially grateful to the members of Outreach who always go above and beyond to support our ministries. I sat in the church on Saturday morning during the party with tears in my eyes. It felt like Christmas morning to me! Much love and many thanks to you all!
Kim Butler |
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We at Saint Paul's extend a heartfelt thanks and our deep appreciation for the work and ministry of Michelle Hawkins who has served as our Children's Christian Education Coordinator for the past two and a half years. Michelle will be stepping down from this position at the end of the year.
As we extend our thanks to Michelle for her commitment to our children's Christian formation we look forward to this position being filled by Eleanor Smolen who will become our Children's and Youth and minister. Having a full time person focusing their time and effort for all of our children's and youth ministries will help further strengthen all of these programs.
Again, we extend our thanks to Michelle Hawkins for a job well done and look forward to the good things Eleanor Smolen will bring to these ministries.
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| Last week at Saint Paul's |
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| This Weekend | December 12 - 13 |
Augusta Choral Society Concert at Saint Paul's
Saturday, December 13, 7:30 p.m.
The Augusta Choral Society, directed by Dr. J. Porter Stokes, will present a Christmas offering "The Truth from Above" at Saint Paul's Church on Saturday, December 13th at 7:30 pm. The 75 member chorus will be joined by soloists Melanie Buckner and Tommy Watson, the Lyra Vivace Chamber Orchestra, and Keith Shafer at the organ. The concert will include selections from "Messiah", "Fantasia on Christmas Carols" by Vaughan Williams, and several of your favorite Christmas carols. Tickets are $25/Adults and $10/Students & Active Duty Military. 706-826-4713 or www.augustachoralsociety.org
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Our Schedule This Sunday
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8:00 a.m.
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Holy Eucharist Rite I
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9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
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Continental Breakfast in Tyler Hall
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10:00 a.m.
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Christian Formation Classes for All Ages
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11:00 a.m.
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Holy Eucharist Rite II with
the Canterbury and Saint Paul's Choirs
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Following the 11:00 a.m. service
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Spiced Cider on the Portico
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5:30 p.m.
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
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Children's Christmas Pageant Practice Continues
Sunday, December 14, 10:00 a.m.
Practice continues for our children's Christmas pageant this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. during Christian Formation. The pageant will be held during the 11:00 a.m. service on December 21. Contact Michelle Hawkins for more information.
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Christmas Caroling
Sunday, December 14, 1:50 p.m., Augusta Gardens
EYC and the Children's Sunday School classes will be Christmas Caroling at Augusta Gardens, Sunday December 14th. Adults are encouraged to join in as well. We will meet at 1:50 p.m. at Augusta Gardens, located at 3725 Wheeler Rd, Augusta. Lyric sheets will be provided. Please contact Michelle Hawkins for more information. |
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Cornerstone (Youth 6th - 12th grade)
Sunday, December 14, 5:00 p.m.
Cornerstone will meet tonight for an ugly sweater party at 5:00 p.m. at the Epicenter, 1337 Flowing Wells Rd., Augusta. Bring your friends along; Cornerstone is for ALL youth not just Episcopalians! We meet once a month for food, fun and fellowship. Need a ride? A bus for everyone departs from The Church of the Good Shepherd at 4:40 p.m. and returns 6:45 - 7:00 p.m. Contact Eleanor Smolen or The Rev. Kelsey Hutto for more information. |
The Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion service will be held Sunday night at 5:30 p.m. Our guest musician will be Ruth Berry.
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| Next Week | December 15 - 21 |
Wreaths, Poinsettias, and Christmas Brass
Deadline Wednesday, December 17
Wreaths and red poinsettias in the church are enjoyed throughout the Christmas season and additional professional musicians enhance our Christmas Eve services. If you would like to contribute toward the cost of Christmas Eve music, or give a poinsettia or wreath, please return the form found here and in Sunday's bulletin to the Parish Office. Requests may also be made on -line and through the Saint Paul's App no later than Wednesday, December 17th. |
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Mark your calendars for our Holiday Movie Night, Friday, December 19th. We will be watching "Arthur Christmas." The unthinkable has happened; a present was misplaced. Now it is up to Arthur, Santa Claus' son, and his grandfather to get that present to the young girl who wanted it. Time is running out! Can Arthur make it in time? Join us on December 19th at 6:30 p.m. to find out! Wear your pajamas, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Friends are always welcome!
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VESTRY NOMINATIONS REQUESTED
The Vestry Nominating Committee is seeking candidates whom you believe will make outstanding Vestry members for Saint Paul's. If you'd like to suggest someone, including yourself, please contact one of the committee members listed below. The candidate will then be contacted by a member of the committee: Ramzi Assad, Guy Baldwin, John Clemens, and Tricia Nixon.
VESTRY RESPONSIBILITIES
The basic responsibilities of the Vestry are:
� to help define and articulate the mission of this congregation
� to support the church's mission by word and deed
� to support the clergy
� to ensure effective organization and planning
� to manage resources and finances
� to attend monthly vestry meetings and annual vestry retreat
� to serve as liaison to assigned parish committees
This is a 3 year term.
MINIMUM CRITERIA
To be eligible for the Vestry, a nominee must answer "yes" to all of the following questions.
� Have you been baptized?
� Do you regularly attend worship services at St. Paul's?
� Are you a pledging member of St. Paul's?
CANDIDATE PROFILES
Each nominee slated to run for election to the Vestry will be invited to share a profile with the parish via our regular parish communications including the weekly newsletter.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
The Nominating Committee will consist of the Rector, Wardens and the Vestry members whose terms expire at the next Annual Meeting. The Nominating Committee will recruit and review nominees for the Vestry Class of 2017, ensuring a slate of at least four candidates for election at the Annual Meeting in late January.
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EYC Christmas Party
Sunday, December 21, 5:30 p.m., The River Room
Don't miss the BIG EYC Christmas Party on Sunday December 21 at 5:30 p.m. in the River Room. We'll have a dance floor, loud music, hot chocolate, great food and loads of fun! We've invited our friends from other churches. RSVP to Eleanor Smolen or for more information. |
| Christmas & New Year's Schedule |
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CHRISTMAS WEEK SCHEDULE
There will be no Wednesday noon service on December 24th.
Our Christmas Eve Services will be held at 4:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. A nursery is available for the 4 o'clock service. Our 10 o'clock service will be broadcast live on WGAC 95.1 FM.
On Christmas morning, we celebrate Christmas Eucharist with carols in the chapel at 10:00 a.m.
The parish office will be closing at noon on Wednesday, December 24th and will be closed on Thursday and Friday December 25th and 26th.
We continue our celebration of Christmastide with a Festival of Lessons and Carols on the first Sunday after Christmas, December 28th, at the 11 o'clock a.m. service. The 8:00 a.m. service and Celtic Evening Prayer at 5:30 p.m. will be held on December 28th as usual.
NEW YEAR'S WEEK SCHEDULE
New Year's Week, the parish office will be closing at noon on Wednesday, December 31st, and will be closed on Thursday and Friday January 1st and 2nd.
There will be no Wednesday noon service on December 31st.
Our regular worship service schedule resumes on Sunday, January 6th. Please join us as we celebrate Epiphany with the arrival of the three Kings.
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The Greening of the Church
Monday, December 22, 9:30 a.m.
The Flower Guild will begin the Greening of the Church at 9:30 Monday morning December 22nd. Contact Lynn Mays or Clint Carroll if you are interested in helping to decorate the church for Christmas. |
Master's Table Soup Kitchen
Saturday, December 27 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Master's Table Soup Kitchen will be staffed and sponsored by Saint Paul's Church volunteers Saturday, December 27. First shift from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. is cooking and set up; Second shift from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. is serving. We welcome all volunteers. There's a job for everyone no matter your age. Come be a part of this wonderful ministry. Contact John Clemens for more information. |
Confirmation Informational Meeting
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Confirmation will take place with Bishop Benhase on April 19th, 2015. The Confirmation informational meeting will take place on January 11th, 2015 immediately following the 11:00am service at Saint Paul's. If you are interested in finding out more information about this very special time in the spiritual life of a young adult, please feel free to contact Eleanor Smolen or Kelsey Hutto . |
| News from our Neighboring Parishes |
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A Service of Hope & Comfort
The Church of the Good Shepherd, 2230 Walton Way, Augusta
A Service of Hope & Comfort will be offered at the Church of the Good Shepherd on Wednesday, December 17, 6:30 pm, for those who anticipate a difficult holiday season.
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 Advent Quiet Day
The Church of Our Savior
The Church of Our Savior Presents an Advent Quiet Day led by Deacons Sandy Turner and Linda Scales, Saturday, December 13, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Artist Angelika Bondar will lead a session on painting your impression of the season. A worship service will follow to close the day. There is a fee of $25 to cover the cost of lunch and supplies. |
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Are we missing your birthday?
Please contact the Parish Office to update our files.
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