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Please join us for worship this Sunday at 8:30 or 10:30 a.m. The Wired Word returns this Sunday for the Adult Forum in the Sanctuary at 9:15 am. Click on the Wired Word link in the column to the left to view the topic.Sunday School for children preschool through grade 5, takes place during the first half of the 10:30 am service.
If you were absent last Sunday, you missed a wonderful Stewardship reflection offered by Steve Messick. For those who missed it, and for those who would like to read it again, please click here
The Vestry has committed to providing quarterly attendance metrics to the congregation. The three services that are included in this number are: 8:30 a.m. Rite II .... 10:30 a.m. Rite II w/music ....and Evening Alternative Eucharists.
July through September Average Sunday Attendance = 167
Year to Date Average Sunday Attendance = 187
This Saturday, November 9th, beginning at Noon Saint Patrick's will host a brief service of worship to honor all veterans, active military, their loved ones and supporters for what they have given to our nation, and to offer prayers for healing and care for those who have been wounded and for those who grieve. We are in need of sweet and savory treats for the reception following the service. Please contact Kay Filar (704)894-2307, or email her by clicking here if you can bring a food item to share. You can read all the details about this service and time of fellowship by clicking here
On Tuesday, November 19th, the St. Patrick's Viva seniors will be joining the Williamson Chapel EverReady seniors on a trip to the Discovery IMAX Theater to watch the movie JERUSALEM and to browse the Discovery Place museum. Cost is $15 and includes theater and museum tickets as well as a chartered coach. Please purchase tickets following the 10:30 service in the Narthex. Contract Cindi Davis (704) 577-9862, or Gail Connelly (704) 660-9279 for more information, or to sign up.
Advent Series 2013 will begin on Sunday, November 24th. In a change from previous years, the series will be held on Sundays following the 10:30 a.m. service. Here is a brief description of the program. The Christmas stories are about light in our darkness, the fulfillment of our deepest yearnings, and the birth of Christ within us. They are about us - our hopes and fears. And they are about a different kind of world. God's dream for us is not simply peace of mind, but peace on earth." -- "The First Christmas," On Sunday afternoon during Advent, immediately following the 10:30 am Eucharist and lasting until 1:30 pm, we will read selected passages from "The First Christmas" by Marcus J. Borg & John Dominic Crossan, listen to Christmas carols and songs, share our insights and understandings, and learn from each other. The study will be led by Jean Niedert of St. John's Episcopal Church, Charlotte. Click here to sign up online. For a detailed flyer on the program please click here. Lunch will be provided.
The Vestry is pleased to announce that plans for improvements to the exterior of our church building have been approved. To read the announcement and details about the project, please click here.
Meditation for Beginners. Meditation centers the soul, calms the mind, reduces stress, and provides a myriad of other well documented health benefits. Additionally it is a deep and transformative type of prayer. Having practiced both Eastern and Western forms of meditation for almost two decades, our rector, Mark Forbes, will be offering a nine week class designed to gently introduce a meditation practice into your life. Thirty minute class sessions held weekly will be complimented with daily suggestions for growing the practice. Space will be limited. Class meeting times will be determined by participants' schedules. If you have an interest in taking the class, please contact Mark in the church office before December 4th.
An Exploratory Committee for Latino/Hispanic Ministry.
Working in conjunction with the Diocese of NC, Saint Patrick's is looking to explore the possibility of offering a Latino/Hispanic ministry in the Lake Norman area. At present, we are forming a committee to assess the need and explore potential avenues for sharing God's love with this currently underserved demographic of God's family. If you feel called to assist with this exploratory project, please inform Mark Forbes or the church office
Our next scheduled day to serve as Prep Chefs at the Mooresville Soup Kitchen is on Tuesday, November 12th from 1 to 4 pm. We are in need of 6 to 10 volunteers, 16 years of age and older who can commit to helping to prepare the frozen meals for those in need. You can sign up to help by clicking here
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As we move deeper into the fall and temperatures begin to drop, we quickly realize that winter is just around the corner, and that means the return of our commitment to serve our homeless neighbors through the Room in the Inn program at Davidson United Methodist Church. Our first evening to serve will be Thursday, December 19th. You can learn more about this vital outreach ministry and also find links to sign up to serve by clicking here
Saint Patrick's Angel Tree is coming on Sunday, November 24th. Gift tags will be available for adoption at both services as we once again make Christmas special for the children served by the Winnie Hooper Center in Mooresville. For more details, visit our website.
Robin Bullock returns to Saint Patrick's on Sunday, December 1st, at 7:00 pm. The music of Christmas comes to life in Robin's concert of carols and hymns spanning over 600 years. Internationally recognized Celtic artist, Robin celebrates the Yuletide season with selections on guitar, cittern, mandolin and piano, including familiar favorites like his show-stopping "Carol of the Bells" as well as traditional Scottish carols. Tickets are $15 adults, $10 seniors/students. Wine & cheese reception included. All proceeds benefit our outreach programs. For more details, visit our website
On Saturday, December 7th, All Saints' in Concord will host a Women's Advent Quiet Day from 8:30 a.m. until Noon. The guest speaker will be our own Sally Brower. View a flyer with all the details by clicking here. The 2013 Solas Leighis Concert Series has been planned.You can see the concert schedule by clicking here Other news you can use Please make sure to check the expiration date on your donations!!! Don't Forget!! Just One Can!! Our contribution for the week of November 6 was 40 lbs! |
