Twenty-sixth Sunday of Pentecost November 18, 2018

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1 Twenty-sixth Sunday of Pentecost November 18, 2018 Sunday Services: 8:00 A.M. and 10:00 A.M. Wednesday Eucharist and Healing Service: 9:30 A.M. Office Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. Office Phone: Website: The Rev. John Martinichio Paula Giroux Diane Sica Rector Director of Music Parish Secretary Our Mission Statement We welcome you to join us on our journey as we strive to share the love of Jesus through worship, Christian Education, fellowship and service to each other and the community beyond our walls. Welcome to St. Paul s We welcome you to St. Paul s Episcopal Church. If you are new, returning after a time away or have been here week after week, it is our hope that you feel welcomed and comfortable in this church. We are all travelers and seekers together on a journey of faith. We very much hope you will find your time with us one of renewal and refreshment. As you walk with us, may your faith deepen with the hope that you will continue on this journey with us, here at St. Paul s. If we can be of any assistance to you on your faith journey, please do not hesitate to contact us.

2 Our Weekly Prayers We pray for Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, our Presiding Bishop, DeDe, our Bishop; Chris, our Dean; John, our Rector and the people and ministers of St. Paul s. In St. Paul s we pray for our Eucharistic Ministers. In our Parishes: We pray for St. Paul s Church, Chittenango; The Rev. Dr. Leon Mozeliak, St. Mark s Church, Clark Mills. In our Diocese: We pray for and give thanks for the opportunity to be with family and friends this Thanksgiving Holiday and pray for those who cannot. In our Companion Diocese: We pray for Cristo Rey, Bajo Lempa, Usulutan, The Rev. Antonio Lopez. In the Episcopal Church: We pray for the Rt. Rev. Robert Skirving, Bishop of East Carolina. In the Anglican Communion: We pray for the Rt. Rev Nicholas Dill, Bishop of Bermuda.. Pray for those in need of our prayers: Lew Jones, Midge Wieland, Mary Buffum, Louise Pierce, Bernice McManus (friend of Dolly Chergosky), Susan, David Fenty, Russ Race (Scotty Race), Dick and June Wolff (Ken and Verona Kidder), Fred Warnes (Ken and Verona Kidder), June Palmer, Hollie Lyon (sister of Michelle Cardone), Shirley Babuka, Marley Cohen, Carol Marker (friend of Dick and Sandy Schwab), Dick Russell (cousin of Sandy Schwab), Rita Gorski (Ken and Verona Kidder), and Bob Hankey (husband of Sue Hankey). We pray for those serving in our military: Matthew Cole, Kevin Bradley, Daniel Sanoja, Brandon Marcello, Grant Cuprak, Danielle Ullman, Michael Kakusian, and Megan Shierly.

3 Events in Our Community Choruses for CHOW Sunday, December 2 nd, 2PM The Southerntiersmen Barbershop Chorus will present the 14 th Annual CHOW Benefit Concert on Sunday, December 2 nd, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Cyril and Methodius Church, 148 Clinton Street in Binghamton, Participants include: the Southerntiersmen, The Endwell Community Chorus and the Binghamton Crosbys. All proceeds go to help CHOW stop hunger. Tickets are $10.00 advanced and $12.00 at the door. Call for tickets. Non-perishable food items are welcome. Come to a book fair to benefit Mom s House at Barnes & Noble in the Town Square Mall on Thursday, December 13 th from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Mention Mom s House in your purchase and a percentage will be donated to the organization. Free gift wrapping. On-line orders can be made from 12/13 through 12/18 at Enter Mom s House I.D. # Have breakfast with Santa to benefit Mom s House at the Endwell United Methodist Church, 3301 Watson Blvd., Endwell on Saturday, December 1 st from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $7.50 for adults, $5 for ages Children under 5 are free. Tickets are available at the door. There will be live Christmas music, bake sale and gifts. Pictures with Santa are $3.

4 Liturgical Ministers 11/18 8:00AM Presider The Rev. John Martinichio Lay Assistant Jane Parker 2 nd Reading Garvin Alexander Chalice Richard Parker Usher(s) Patricia Wallace & Mary Gilfoyle 10:00AM Presider The Rev. John Martinichio Lay Assistant Karen Cahill 1 st Reading Judy Shannon 2 nd Reading Barb Dailey Chalice Ruthie Koerts Acolyte(s) Kurt Jones & Ruthie Koerts Altar Guild Toni VanOrder (8) Louisa Ivan (10) Louisa Ivan (linens) Counters Dick Schwab & Scott Kidder Usher(s) Bob & Sue Pettit Thanksgiving Eve Service 11/21 5:30 PM Liturgical Ministers 11/25 8:00AM Presider The Rev. John Martinichio Lay Assistant Jennifer Westermann 2 nd Reading Sue Mahon Chalice Mary Cermak Usher(s) Patricia Wallace & Mary Gilfoyle 10:00AM Presider The Rev. John Martinichio Lay Assistant Georgia Wilber 1 st Reading Kelly Parker-Seeley 2 nd Reading Sanders Browning Chalice Jim Buffum Acolyte(s) Kristin Walton &Alaina Browning Altar Guild Toni VanOrder (8) Louisa Ivan (10) Louisa Ivan (linens) Counters Jack Westermann & Susan Young Usher(s) Bob & Sue Pettit

5 Birthdays: 11/20 Barb Dailey 11/23 Maureen Wilson 11/22 David Sisenstein 11/24 Frank Penrose Sanctuary Candle Memorials: The Sanctuary Candle burns this week in loving memory of Bud and Elaine Rozina, from Beth and Cliff VanDervort and family. The Sanctuary Candle also burns this week in loving memory of Bill Krska, from his daughter, Diana Krska. Altar Flowers: The flowers on the altar this Sunday are in loving memory of Sally Koerts and Clement Sykora, from their loving family, Steve and Ruthie (Sykora) Koerts. Let us pray for Jeff Lee, son of David Lee, and for Becky Cizike, who recently passed away. May God grant them eternal rest. Welcome Canon John Crosswaite! We welcome the Rev. John Crosswaite, Canon to the Ordinary, for the Diocese of Central New York. Canon John is on the Bishop s staff and will be here for both services and will meet with the Learning Communities Team after the 10:00 a.m. service today. We welcome Canon John to St. Paul s. You might remember that Canon John was here in September while I was on Sabbatical. Welcome! Father John+

6 November Monday Movin On Lunch Noon Tuesday CHOW 1:15PM Wednesday Holy Eucharist 9:30AM with Healing Service All Things Theological 10:15AM Thanksgiving Eve 5:30PM Service Thursday Have a Blessed Thanksgiving! Sunday Holy Eucharist 8&10AM Adult Choir Rehearsal 9:00AM Sunday School 10:00AM Advent Workshop 11:00AM Calendars The 2019 Liturgical calendar and the Coleman & Daniels planner are now available in the back of the church. A donation of $2 is welcome for the Liturgical Calendar. We thank Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home for the gift of the planners. Movin On Luncheon Monday, November 19 th, Noon NOTE: The Movin On Lunch will be held on November 19 th at noon. All widows and widowers are invited to share in this time of food and fellowship in Fellowship Hall. Thanksgiving Eve Service Wednesday, November 21 st at 5:30 PM Let us give thanks at our evening service on Wednesday, November 21 st at 5:30 PM. Please call the office if you would like to serve.

7 Blue Christmas Service Wednesday, December 19, 6:30PM On Wednesday evening, December 19 th at 6:30 p.m., you are invited to attend a Blue Christmas Service here at St. Paul s. This service is also known as The Longest Night or a "Service of Comfort and Rest". It is intended for those who have experienced loss--through death, divorce, depression, or other life challenges--and for those under stress during the holiday season who need a time of rest. With singing and Scripture reading, a homily and Eucharist, this service invites those who attend to take time for themselves. It is a time for healing and acknowledging the pain and stress that the holidays can bring for some. It is intended to acknowledge that for some Christmas is not all that we proclaim it to be; some struggle during the holidays and this service helps them to express and acknowledge those feelings. Poinsettia Memorials December 2 nd is the first Sunday of Advent. We remind you that there are no flowers during this time. After the season of Advent, poinsettias will adorn the altar for the Christmas Services. If you are interested in donating a poinsettia in memory of a loved one, please fill out the appropriate form (available in the back of the church) and put it into the box at the back of the church. After the service, the flowers will be delivered to our parishioners unable to leave home. Checks should be made to St. Paul s with Christmas Flowers in the memo line. A donation of $25 is suggested. Forms need to be in by December 9 th to be included in the bulletin.

8 Silver Polishing Party Friday, December 14 th at 10:30 a.m. Join us in the Fellowship Hall as we polish the altar silver in preparation for our Christmas services. All are welcome; just bring elbow grease. Christmas Tree Cutting Saturday, December 15th Get out your mittens and boots for a hike through the woods in search of the perfect tree for our worship space! We will meet at 8:00 am on Saturday, December 15 th for doughnuts and hot drinks them head out to Dick White s tree farm in Owego. Many hands make the tree dragging easier! Christmas Tree Decorating Come help decorate on Sunday, December 16 th at 11 AM. Christmas Eve Services Monday, December 24 th Christmas Eve Services will be at 6:00 and 10:00 p.m. If you would like to serve at either of the evening services, please let the office know.

9 Advent Workshop Sunday, November 25, 11AM St. Paul s Annual Advent Workshop will take place on Sunday, November 25 th following the 10:00 a.m. service. Join us as we craft a decoration for the Christmas Season. Please bring a new or gently used children s book to supply our Free Children s Library. This is a family event; all are welcome. Please see me if you would like to help. Deb Wirag Social Committee Meeting Sunday, December 9 th, 11:15 AM On Sunday, December 9 th at 11:15 a.m., there will be a Social Committee Meeting in the Conference Room. Please come and help us plan activities for next year. We are in need of new ideas. If you have any ideas, or would just like to help with a few events, please join us. Everyone is welcome. Ruthie Koerts Thanksgiving Dessert! Thursday, November 22 nd, 2:00 PM Is your calendar clear on Thanksgiving Day? If it is, please join some of our St. Paul s Family at 2:00 p.m. for traditional pumpkin and apple pie and maybe even a mystery dessert!

10 December Happenings! Lessons & Carols Sunday, December 2, 10 AM This historic service tells the story of the fall of humanity and the promise of the Messiah as told in seven short Bible readings, interspersed with the singing of carols, hymns, and anthems. This year the service will take place during the 10 AM service on December 2nd. Advent Holy Eucharist Services Mondays, December 3, 10, 17, 5:30PM Gould Chapel The hustle and bustle of the Christmas Season can often overshadow the true meaning of Christmas. During Advent, join us for a Eucharistic Service each Monday at 5:30 in the Gould Chapel. Make Advent a time to rest, wait and yearn for the celebration of the birth of Christ. Do you like to sing but don t have time to rehearse during the week? St. Paul s Choir practices on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. before the 10:00 service. Come join us! Any questions, see Paula. Paula Giroux, Music Director