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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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Holy Eucharist Rite II with the Saint Paul's and Canterbury Choirs
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5:30 p.m.
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Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion
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Epiphany Celebration
Sunday, January 4th, 10:00 a.m., Tyler Hall
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 Intergenerational 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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Rector's Discretionary Fund
It is the tradition of Saint Paul's Church to designate that cash offerings and designated checks on the first Sunday of each month be deposited into the Rector's Discretionary Fund. These funds are used to help minister to the needy within our community, to help further the work and ministries of the church when other funds are not available, and to support programs and institutions within the parish and community that minister to those in need. Your generous non-pledge cash or designated check gifts on the first Sunday of each month and gifts directed to the Rector's Discretionary Fund help to support and further these ministries.
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EYC (Grades 6th - 12th)
Sunday, 5:30 p.m., Youth Room
EYC (Grades 6th - 12th) will meet This Sunday night at Saint Paul's from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room for Games, Food and Fun! All are invited and friends are always welcome. For more information contact Eleanor Smolen. |
The Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion service will be held Sunday night at 5:30 p.m. Our guest musician will be Nell Morris.
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| Next Week | January 5 - January 11 |
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What's cluttering your attic? Genuine antiques, funky things, interesting "what's it's"-- you know the stuff! If it's clean and in good working condition*, why not donate it to the Saint Paul's Mardi Gras auction? Large or small, serious or whimsical, expensive or dirt cheap. It might be just the treasure someone is hunting!
The New year is a great time for cleaning out the cobwebs and making a fresh start. Use this time to turn your unused treasures into food for Augusta's hungry by donating to a cause that's not only fun, but a blessing to our community. For more information or to donate items, email Marilyn Grau or contact her by telephone at (706) 860-8037.
Mardi Gras is only a few weeks away!
*Small electronics may be more suitable for Saint Paul's recycling program. A box is located in Tyler Hall for your convenience.
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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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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. |
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. |
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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Cornerstone (Youth 6th - 12th grades)
Sunday January 11, 5:00 p.m.
Cornerstone will be held January 11th at The Church of the Good Shepherd, with students from Saint Paul's giving the message. Plan to attend. The event starts at 5:00 p.m. and includes dinner, games and fun times!
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Mardi Gras Tickets
Go on Sale Next Sunday!
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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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Hometown Missions (4th - 12th grades)
April 17-19, hosted at Saint Paul's this year
Hometown Missions will be held at Saint Paul's this April 17-19. This project is open to 4th - 12th grades, and will be a wonderful weekend of outreach to our own community, other youth, and great fellowship with one another. Make plans to attend! See Eleanor Smolen for more info.
Middle School Youth Zip Trip (6th - 8th grades)
April 24-25 (Register Now)
ZIP TRIP: Middle School Youth are invited to take part in a Zip Lining trip on the weekend of April 24-25. For more information and to register, contact Eleanor Smolen. Friends are welcome!
EYC Summer Mission Trip (6th - 12th grades)
June 29 - July 3
SUMMER MISSION TRIP: EYC is sponsoring a Mission Trip to the Asheville, NC area June 29 - July 3. Mission work will be done through Feed My People, and fun activities will include White Water Rafting and Tree Top 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 or for more info. |
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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