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Augusta Convocation EYC Party in the River Room
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Kim Butler engaging the students in a
game at the Mentoring Party
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The Saint Paul's Mentors to Craig-Houghton Elementary School had a good time at a party with the students and teachers Wednesday, December 17 at the school. Louise Ashby, Kim Butler, Cathy Enicks, Louise Fitzgerald, and Anita Tanner brought personal gifts for their students. The teachers and students are very appreciative of all our church's efforts of outreach. The school has now included the mentors as a part of their plan to help with improving test scores.
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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. |
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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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11:00 a.m.
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A Festival of Lessons and Carols
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5:30 p.m.
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
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EYC will not meet this Sunday.
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The Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion service will be held Sunday night at 5:30 p.m. Our guest musician will be Laura Tomlin.
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| Next Week | December 29 - January 4 |
Special tax-free gift option for 2014
For those over age 70�, it is once again possible to make tax-favored charitable gifts from IRA accounts.
A total of up to $100,000 can be transferred directly from IRAs to your Saint Paul's Church before December 31, 2014, free of federal income tax. There may also be state income tax savings. You won't get a tax deduction for the transfer, but you will be able to exclude the transfer amount from your Adjusted Gross Income.
To make such gifts, it is important not to withdraw funds prior to a gift, but distribute them directly from an IRA to one or more qualified charities by December 31, 2014. For those with check writing privileges on their accounts, this may be the most efficient way to make gifts directly from an IRA. This also applies to gifts previously made in 2014 directly from your IRA to a charity.
Check with your IRA administrator or your professional advisors for more information and contact Ann Marie Reckentine, or by telephone at 706-724-2485, ext. #203. You have an opportunity to make a substantial impact on the mission and ministries of our Parish. Wishing all of you a very Blessed Christmas and holiday season!
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Outreach Coat Drive
In the spirit of the Christmas Season, Outreach is conducting a coat drive in order to provide protection from the cold winter weather for those we serve at our DCCM food pantry, soup kitchen, Craig-Houghton Elementary School and others. Please bring your currently unused, gently-worn, or old coats, sweaters, and jackets of all sizes to our recycle bin in Tyler Hall. We will distribute them to those who need them. |
2014 Contribution Statements
2014 Contributions Statements will be mailed no later than January 26, 2015. All contributions must be received by the church or postmarked before January 1, 2015 in order to be eligible for a 2014 income tax deduction. If you have questions, please contact Meredith Beach or by telephone at (706) 724-2485. Offering Envelopes for 2015 are available in the office. |
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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.
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Baptism Offered
Sunday, January 11, 2015
The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is scheduled for Sunday, January 11th, 2015. If you would like to be included in this service, please contact the church office by Monday, January 5th.
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 Epiphany Celebration
Sunday, January 4th, 10:00 a.m., Tyler Hall
Our regular worship service schedule resumes on Sunday, January 4th. Please join us as we celebrate Epiphany with the arrival of the three Kings to the manger. During our regular Christian Formation hour we will have an Epiphany Celebration. Come with friends and family as we remember the revelation that this baby in the manger is the Son of God, the King of Kings, and our Savior. There will be crafts and food, something to do for the whole family.
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Tuesday's Music Live Returns
Tuesday, January 6, 12:00 noon
Tuesday's Music Live returns Tuesday, January 6th at 12:00 noon with a free concert by Davidson Fine Arts School Chorale. More information and reservations for lunch following the concert in the River Room can be made by calling the box office at (706) 722-3463 or by email www.tuesdaysmusiclive.com. |
New Year Sunday School Kickoff Party
January 11, 10:00 a.m.
New Year Sunday School Kickoff Party will be held January 11th during the Christian Formation hour, 10:00 a.m. All families and Children are encouraged to attend. We'll have fun music, activities and snacks for kids. This will give Eleanor Smolen, our new Children's Ministry director, a chance to meet all the children and parents. We look forward to seeing everyone there! For more information, contact Eleanor Smolen.
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Confirmation Classes Begin
Sunday, January 11, 2015
The Confirmation classes for those in 10th grade and above will begin on January 11th, 2015 immediately following the 11:00 a.m. service in the Youth room. To register for this class, please contact Eleanor Smolen or Kelsey Hutto.
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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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Annual Parish Meeting and Brunch
Sunday, January 25
The 265th annual parish meeting and brunch will be held Sunday, January 25th, following the 11:00 a..m. service. We will not hold an 8:00 a.m. service on this day. Please mark your calendars.
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EYC (Episcopal Youth Community) Mission 2015
June 29 - July 3
The date for the EYC Summer Mission Trip 2015 has been set. Mark your calendars and plan to attend June 29-July 3. We'll be going to Asheville, NC to serve with Feed My People Homeless Mission. During the trip, we'll also go Whitewater Rafting and Treetop adventures. Cost for the full trip is roughly $300 per person, all inclusive. The trip is open to all Youth (Grades 6th - 12th.) Contact Eleanor to register. |
Are we missing your birthday?
Please contact the Parish Office to update our files.
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