Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Serving on Sunday (Oct 18th):
* Greeters: Christine D * Host: Davison * Readers: Karen S, Dede M
* Psalm & Prayers: Bev B * Chalice: Pam H, Joan L-S
* Announcements: Cindy D * Counters: Barb C, Cindy P
Sunday's readings: Job 38:1-7,34-41 Hebrews 5:1-10
NEW Verger List has Sunday assignments through December.
Announcements – October 18, 2015
Scott’s Schedule:
Monday, October 19: Office Hours 9-12
Tuesday, October 20: Office Hours 9-12
Friday, October 23: Sabbath Day
Saturday, October 24: Sabbath Day
All Saints’ Memorials – If you wish to remember loved during our services on Sunday, November 1, please fill out the Memorial Form before Sunday, October 25. Please place your completed form in the offering plate or give them to Scott. The forms are found on the shelf in the narthex beyond the windows.
Fundraiser Help for Boy Scout Troop – Jonathan's Boy Scout Troop is collecting unwanted vases as a fund raiser. We will take anything that will hold a flower. There is a box under the coat rack in the parish hall. Thanks, John Brennan
Caring Ministry Meeting - Our next meeting will be 10/18 at 11:30 in the church chapel. Anyone interested in joining Prayer Ministry, Healing Ministry, or Pastoral Care Ministry, are welcome.
Office Volunteers needed – Can you spare 30-45 minutes a couple of times a month? We are looking for sorters, folders and assemblers for Sunday’s Bulletins. For more information please speak to Scott.
Holiday Bazaar - Please mark your calendars! November 14th will be our "Holiday Bazaar". I will be checking in with you as to what part you will play. Thank you, Jill Devins (802-291-6832 or jdevinsvt@gmail.com)
Solstice Knit and Purl Retreat - December 19th, 10AM to 7PM at St. Paul's Parish House
Take a breath to enjoy a day of fellowship before Christmas as we gather to work. Come for the whole day or part of the day to finish gift projects or start new ones. Bring snacks or food for lunch or dinner. There will be a pot of soup or stew brewing as we knit, sew, stitch, bead or do any other hand craft. All are welcome. If you have any questions, contact Susan Pillsbury or Holly Hall
St. Paul's Fun Google Group - We have a google group that gives parishioners a way to invite others to come together for a fun activity. For example, if there's a movie that you'd like to see, a hike you'd like to go on, or any kind of fun event you would like company to, this is the place to put out the word. These activities build our connection with one another and strengthen our community! Email Jill Fischer at jill@positivecouples.com to be added to this list.
Ongoing Reminders:
Discretionary Fund Reminder – First Sunday of every month. Please be as generous as possible.
Laying on of Hands – On the first Sunday of every month those wishing to receive laying on our hands are invited to gather at the Baptismal Font (just as you entered the church) immediately after you have received communion.
Brookside Nursing Home Church Services – Please join us! - The second Sunday of each month, St. Paul's Church leads a worship service of music, scripture and Holy Communion at Brookside Nursing Home from 2-2:30 PM. If you would like to join Scott, Cindy and Holly for this important ministry or if you have questions about this service, please contact Holly.
Knit and Purl Fellowship - Meets 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30 in the Parish House. Anyone who does any kind of handwork are welcome. Plan to make something for our Holiday Bizarre November 14th. Our next meetings are: Oct. 19th and November 2nd.
Upcoming Events
Please send event and prayer updates to announcements.spc@gmail.com
Sunday, October 18 – United Thanks Offering Ingathering
Sunday, October 18 – Caring Ministry Meeting
Monday, October 19 – Knit and Purl Fellowship
Sunday, October 25 - 4th Annual Micah Awards Ceremony
Sunday, October 25 - St. Paul's Family/Youth Corn Maze Event
Sunday, November 1 - All Saints' Day
Saturday, November 14 - Holiday Bazaar
Monday, November 16 – Listen Community Dinner