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Insights in the Interim
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"Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good." - 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Did you make any New Year resolutions at the beginning of January? Did you make a promise to yourself to do more of something and less of something else? How are you doing with keeping those promises now that February has begun? Read more...
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As For Me and My House, We Will Serve
the Lord
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As the chaos of Christmas and New Year's dies down, it is time to think about Lent. February 13 is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of our Lenten season. Sometimes it seems as if the year just flies by too fast. It felt like just yesterday we were contemplating how we can prepare the way of the Lord and now we are considering what it means for Jesus to be preparing the way for us. Lent is a time for us to prepare ourselves for the sacrifice that Christ makes for all of us. Read more ...
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Deacon B's Bench
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Personal reflection is always a good way to begin to assess where we are in our spiritual life. I offer this format for your use:
Regarding my relationship with God: "You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength."
What has characterized my habitual attitude towards God over the last two weeks? Read more ...
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Attention Designers and Artists: the Search Committee Needs Your Talents
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The Search Committee is in the process of designing our Parish Profile, which will be provided to potential rector candidates to give them an idea of what St. Hilary's is REALLY like. We need high-quality photos of our congregation, buildings, services, etc. and we need help with graphic design.
Anne Kearns has graciously agreed to spearhead this big project, but "many hands make light work!" Please contact Eric Jones via email at ericjonesmd@centurylink.net or through the Parish office if you would like to be a part of this creative and important work.
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Additional
Events
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Pastoral Care Committee Meeting
Sunday, Feb. 3, 9 a.m.
Wednesdays, Feb. 6, 13
6:30 p.m.
Daughters of the King
Sunday, February 10, 11:45 a.m.
Property Committee Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 1:30 p.m.
Vestry Meeting
Sunday, February 17, noon
President's Day: Office Closed
Monday, February 18
Altar Guild Meeting
Thursday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m.
Sunday School for
Youth and Children
Sundays, 9:15 a.m.
Adult Forum
Sundays, 9:30 a.m.
Parenting Group
Sundays, 9:20 a.m.
A Time to Pray
Sundays, after the 10:30 a.m. service
Choir Practice
Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m.
Episcopal Church Women
Mondays, 10 a.m.
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Mark Your Calendar in March:
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Happening #68
Friday - Sunday, March 8-10
Lenten Lock-In
Saturday and Sunday, March 9-10
All-Parish Breakfast
Sunday, March 10, 8:30 a.m.
Soup Suppers and Stations of the Cross
Wednesdays, March 6 and 13, 6:30 p.m.
Holy Week Services
Thursday, March 28 - Sunday, March 31
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News from the Pews
St. Hilary's Episcopal Church
February 2013
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Check out the new "Rector Search" tab on our parish website for information regarding the rector search process. The first major steps of the search process have begun with great excitement. Read more ...
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The Parish Survey which will be used to help define who we are and the qualities we seek in our next rector. The data from the survey will be used as the basis for demographic information we share with prospective candidates and for the development of important documents. Your participation is critical. Click here to take the survey online ...
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Thanks to all who attended the Annual Meeting in January. The 2013 Vestry has been assigned commissions. Each vestry member acts a liaison to a particular ministry area within the parish. Read more ...
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Saturday, February 2, 7 p.m.
Mark your calendars now! Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 7 p.m. St. Hilary's will host concert pianist Fredrick Moyer. Mr. Moyer is no stranger to St. Hilary's, having performed here several times in past years. Read more ...
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Sunday, February 3, 11:30 a.m.
Come out and celebrate the Super Bowl with St. Hilary's own Souper Bowl Party after the late service in St. Hilary's back lot. There will be football, games and food! Read more ...
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Friday, February 8, 4:30 - 7 p.m.
Shrimp Boil Tickets are now available! You can pick them up during coffee hours, from any MAG member, or from the church office.
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 Sunday, February 10, after both services
Ever wondered about the many happenings at St. Hilary's? Want to learn what various groups within the church do and how you can get involved? Join us for a Ministry Fair. Read more ...
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 Tuesday, February 12, 5:30 p.m. This year our annual Shrove Tuesday event will include a silent auction and all proceeds benefit Youth and Families mission work! We are seeking donations of goods and services for the auction. Read more ... |
 Wednesday, February 13, 7 a.m., noon, and 7 p.m.
Join us as we observe the beginning of a holy Lent with the imposition of ashes in the sanctuary. Read more ..
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 Thursday, February 14 - Saturday, February 16
We're producing a new photo directory, which will be a wonderful tool for not just our members, but for our new rector! Please make sure you are included in the directory.
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Thursday, February 14, 10:30 a.m.
Lunch Bunch is a group of men and women who gather monthly during the fall, winter and spring for a potluck lunch in Browning Hall. Read more ...
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Wednesdays in Lent,
beginning February 20, 6:30 p.m.
The schedule includes dinner in Browning Hall (volunteers needed to provide soup, salad, and bread, please see sign up sheet in Browning Hall) followed by the Stations. Child care will be provided. Read more ...
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Thursday, February 21, 7 p.m.
In February we will discuss Snow in August by Pete Hamill. Women of all ages are welcome to join us, and it is not necessary to commit to attend each month. Read more ...
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Thursday, February 21, 7 p.m.
The New Beginnings diocesan weekend event is designed especially to respond to the unique challenges and concerns of youth in grades 6-8. Read more ...
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Mondays, 6:30 p.m. and
Wednesdays, 1 p.m.
Enjoy bridge and company? Join us in Browning Hall. These are opportunities to learn or improve your bridge game. Read more ...
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Tuesdays in January and February
Arlene Ord will lead a study entitled, "Who I Am in Christ." Please sign up on the Bulletin Board in Browning Hall if you would like to attend. Read more ...
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February Birthdays and Anniversaries
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Contact Information
5011 McGregor Blvd.
Fort Myers, Florida 33901
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St. Hilary's on the World Wide Web
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