The Good News. Is it Easter yet? I just want some chocolate

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1 S t. Paul s Episcopal Church C hitte nango, New York The Good News Volume 14 Issue 3 March 2018 Special Events March 8th Trout Unlimited meeting March 21st Free Movie Night at St. Paul s March 25th Palm Sunday April 1st Easter May 13th Mother s Day and visit from Bishop Dede Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12 Is it Easter yet? I just want some chocolate Lent here is a description form the Episcopal Church s website: Early Christians observed a season of penitence and fasting in preparation for the Paschal feast, or Pascha (BCP, pp ). The season now known as Lent (from an Old English word meaning spring, the time of lengthening days) has a long history. Originally, in places where Pascha was celebrated on a Sunday, the Paschal feast followed a fast of up to two days. In the third century this fast was lengthened to six days. Eventually this fast became attached to, or overlapped, another fast of forty days, in imitation of Christ s fasting in the wilderness. The forty-day fast was especially important for converts to the faith who were preparing for baptism, and for those guilty of notorious sins who were being restored to the Christian assembly. In the western church the forty days of Lent extend from Ash Wednesday through Holy Saturday, omitting Sundays. The last three days of Lent are the sacred Triduum of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday. Today Lent has reacquired its significance as the final preparation of adult candidates for baptism. Joining with them, all Christians are invited to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and meditating on God s holy Word (BCP, p. 265). I love history and I think it is important for us to learn our history, or back story, as it were. How else can you forge the future, if you have no foundation on which to stand? I, personally, am trying very hard to do the prayer, reading, meditating and self-denial all which are necessary in our daily life, but somehow are the first things to fall by the wayside. Sometimes, if we want to honor these commitments, we need to get up that ½ earlier to get it done. But, you do feel wonderful and accomplished, when you do! The Worship Commission met recently and came up with the schedule good through June. The most notable event occurring (outside of Holy Week and Easter) is Bishop DeDe will be joining us on Mother s Day May 13th!! We will also be having our Annual Mother s Day Pancake Breakfast, which the Bishop will join us in. If you can, you should come to hear her preach, she is wonderful! Who knows, she might even ride her Harley to church! (Continued on Page 5) OUR MISSION STATEMEN T St. Paul s Episcopal Church in Chittenango, New York exists to restore all people to unity with each other and with God in Jesus Christ.

2 PAGE 2 Contact Information Father Leon Mozeliak Home: Cell: frleonm@yahoo.com Senior Warden Robin Weisbrod rdweisbrod@gmail.com Are you in need of pastoral care? Not sure of who to call? What is the protocol? Here are some answers: In a case of an emergency call Fr. Leon at If you want a Pastoral Visit from a Lay Eucharist Visitor, or just want to share about a family matter, call our Pastoral Care Chair, Sue (cell) or (home) or Vestry Meetings will be on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to attend. St. Paul s Vestry Robin Weisbrod Sr. Warden Communication and Education Ed Hoffman Jr. Warden Buildings and Grounds Tania Mousaw Outreach Sue Gerling Pastoral Care/Worship Pat Davis Fellowship Prayer List Frank Abriola, John Asam (Furtado request), Denise Bordell, John Brennan (Kraus s request), Gurdon Brewster, Brian Buyea, Jason Ceresoli (Furtado request), Colette Cook, Sandra Cooper, Diana D Amico (Pokorny request), Billy Dougan (Montgomery request), Joanne Furtado (St. Paul s request), Blake Goodfellow, Holly Hix, Ed Hoffman, Terry Hoffman (Hoffman request), Lynette House (Weisbrod request), Woody McAllister, Emily McGuire, Meghan McGuire (Kraus s request), Jim Montgomery, Steve Oliva, Shaun Olmsted, James Sherman (Grover request), Fran Shoemaker, Judy & Ron Smey, Kanestio Tarbell (Pokorny request), Gene Weisbrod (Weisbrod request), Gerry Weisbrod (St. Paul s request), Joe Williams (St. Paul s request), Ruth Williams (St. Paul s request), Betty Yates (St. Paul s request), Kathy Yates-Davis (Yates request) Please send any changes or additions to stpaulschittenango@gmail.com.

3 Birthdays March 03 Ed Hoffman 07 Karl Chappell 11 Pat Stucker 12 Katherine Weisbrod 25 Aiyana Tarbell 25 Phil Randall 26 Joanne Furtado PAGE 3 Mar. 04, 2018 Holy Eucharist - Fr. Leon Mozeliak March Ministry Team Schedule Mar. 18, 2018 Holy Eucharist - Fr. Leon Mozeliak Altar Guild for March: Jill Montgomery L.E.M.: Robin Weisbrod Lessons: Claudia Jensen/Fr. Grover Prayers: April Boyle Acolytes: Ed Hoffman/Jim Montgomery Ushers: Please volunteer Elements: McGork family Coffee Hour: Vestry Mar. 11, 2018 Holy Eucharist - Fr. Charles Grover L.E.M. Sue Gerling Lessons: Jennifer Jackson/Becky Kraus Prayers: Robin Weisbrod Acolytes: Ed Hoffman/Jim Montgomery Ushers: Please volunteer Elements: Donna H. & Pat D. Coffee Hour: Weisbrod family L.E.M.: Becky Kraus Lessons: Robin Weisbrod/Fran Abriola Prayers: Dorothy Saunders Acolytes: Ed Hoffman/Jim Montgomery Elements: Buyea family Ushers: Please volunteer Coffee Hour: Furtado family Mar. 25, Palm Sunday Holy Eucharist - Fr. Charles Grover L.E.M.: TBA Lessons: Dorothy Saunders/Sue Gerling Prayers: Claudia Jensen Acolytes: Ed Hoffman/Jim Montgomery Elements: TBA Ushers: Please volunteer Coffee Hour: Sue Gerling Don t forget to change your clocks on March 10! Turn your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed on Saturday. Holy Week Schedule Wednesday March 29th Stations of the Cross Lay Led Friday, March 30th Good Friday Fr. Grover Sunday, April 1st Easter Sunday Fr. Mozeliak Thursday, March 30th Maundy Thursday w/foot Washing Fr. Mozeliak L.E.M.: Judy Olmsted Readings: Dorothy Saunders/Sue Gerling Prayers of the People: Robin Weisbrod L.E.M. Becky Kraus Readings: Sue Gerling/Judy Olmsted L.E.M. Robin Weisbrod Readings: Jennifer Jackson/Sue Gerling Prayers of the People: Dorothy Saunders Acolytes: Ed Hoffman/Jim Montgomery Ushers: TBA Elements: Ethel Barber/Becky Kraus Coffee Hour: Vestry

4 PAGE 4 T he mission of Bill's Brigade is to support families who are in crisis by making their day to day needs easier. Crisis can be defined in a myriad of ways, but our agency is focused on supporting families in Central New York (specifically Madison and Onondaga counties) when everything is falling apart. Whether it's the loss of a loved one and the family that s left navigating their way through grief, a family member amid medical treatment from cancer or another devastating disease, or other traumatic events--bill's Brigade aims to alleviate the day to day tasks of running and maintaining a household, so the family can concentrate solely on the crisis at hand. Our team of volunteers will provide the following services. 1. Meal preparation and coordination to avoid duplication and overload of food. We organize a meal preparation and delivery system from our volunteers. A coordination of meals will avoid duplication of food offerings and overload of food on any given day/week. 2. Errands and/or grocery shopping. We organize the dates and physically shop for, deliver, and put away groceries for the families and/or other local errands as requested. 3. Home Services: We provide basic house cleaning and organizational services within the home on an as needed basis. 4. Small Home Repairs: We identify professionals in the carpentry/construction industry to provide services to alleviate a "punch list" of household items to complete. Small home repairs may include fixing a leaking sink, repairing holes in the wall, replacing appliances, snow removal, lawn mowing, etc Our goal is to lovingly respect the families wishes while alleviating some of their day to day needs, to allow them a breather during their most challenging moment. For more information or to volunteer or donate please visit or call Sue Litera at or sue@billsbrigade.org

5 (Robin s Message Continued) PAGE 5 Elsewhere in this newsletter, you will find the schedule for Holy Week we are so blessed and so grateful, to have to fine leaders of our Worship services in Fr. Leon and Fr. Charles. And the beauty of it all, is that they work together for the glory of God and the benefit of St. Paul s. Thank you both. As we go through this Lenten season and look forward to the Resurrection of our Lord, let us take time every day, to be mindful of our blessings and to hold those who have less than us, in our prayers. And with that, let us end this message with a prayer: O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (BCP 815) Respectfully submitted by, Robin Weisbrod Sr. Warden Movie Night at St. Paul s Movie to be determined Popcorn, water and lemonade will be served March 21st at 6 PM The Grand Church Service Schedule April 15th June 17th Aug 19th Oct 21st Dec 23rd Feel free to join any of us at these services. All services begin at 2:30 PM. The guests would be appreciative of the company.

6 News from the Pews A February Vestry Meeting Synopsis PAGE 6 In attendance: Sue Gerling, Father Mozeliak, Robin Weisbrod, Ed Hoffman, Pat Davis Absent: Tania Mousaw Called to Order: 6:39 PM by Robin Weisbrod Opening Prayer: Meditation video presented by Robin Review of January 2018 Minutes Motion: To accept the January 2018 minutes as is - M/S/C: Sue Gerling/Ed Hoffman Review of Financial report Reviewed Financial Meeting minutes Discussed options for payment of the construction given an aging population. A point was made that the church doesn t want to have an outstanding loan. If the money was taken out of checking, there would still be enough in savings. The Diocese would take over the loan if the church defaulted. Not taking a loan from the Diocese will not affect future loans. Resolution: To pay the remaining balance from the church fund instead of borrowing from the diocese. Motion: To accept the Resolution as given by the financial committe M/S/C: Sue Gerling/Pat Davis Month in Review The vestry took turns discussing how the last month went. There was a Mardi Gras celebration and a funeral reception. New Business A discussion was had about the Sacred Sites Open House on May 5th and 6th. Sue Gerling suggested advertising it more as there was little turnout last year. It was agreed that a final decision would be in March. Sue Gerling brought up that two church members are needed at every event due to Safe Church guidelines. Robin suggested starting up the calling tree again in order to spread news around the parish quicker about funerals and upcoming events. The Bishop s visitation on May 13th was discussed and the guidelines for visitation were reviewed. The Bishop will come on Mother s Day and a pancake breakfast will be held. Carnations will be purchased by Alter Guild for the mothers. Robin brought up having a motorcycle meet at St. Paul s and a discussion took place as to who to contact, what refreshments to offer, and the best day to host. A suggestion was made to collect donations for veterans. Committee Reports Buildings and Grounds/Outreach Tania Mousaw The stairs are moving right along, steeples to be placed when weather is conducive. More training for St. Pauly shed took place. Communication/Education Robin Weisbrod Gearing up for advertising for Movie Night in March, as well as advertising for Holy Week/ Easter Services. The Bible Study group met Wednesday to decide if they will continue in the absence of Judy Olmsted. Pastoral Care/Worship Sue Gerling Made calls to Ethyl. Said she was doing ok. Talked with Betsy and she sounded good. Get well card sent to Ethel. Checked on Ida. Said Weather too cold and bad to come out. Flowers and Reception for the McAllister family, sympathy cards sent for the passing of Evelyn and Martin. Thanks to all that helped with the reception setup and food. Worship Committee meeting this coming Sunday after Service.

7 PAGE 7 Finance Don Lee Report Reviewed Financial Balanced. Our payroll company has decided to discontinue payroll services, starting in February our Payroll will be handled by Paychex. We have changed our phone and internet service from Verizon to Spectrum. We have more options and lower price. We have made 2 payments to the contractor doing the building repair, the remaining balance is $8000. After discussing various options in recommending to the Vestry that the remaining balance be paid from church funds rather than borrowing, Robin will review the options and information at the meeting. Fellowship Pat Davis Mardi Gras Breakfast was a success. Thanks to Robin for setup of tables. JoAnn Furtado for prepping the sausage, Ed and Donna Hoffman and Bob Olmsted and Judy Olmsted Chittenango High School Presents 'Fiddler on the Roof' April 5th and 6th April 7th at 2pm and 7pm for cooking and cleanup. Dorothy Saunders and Ethel Barber for helping clean up. Old Business: Plans were further discussed about a movie night. The movie is to start at 6 PM and it was agreed that someone from the church should be there at 5:45 to start the popcorn. Water and lemonade would be served. A new sound system was discussed for the hearing impaired. Fr. Leon mentioned needing a license to show movies. Closing Prayer: Fr. Leon Mozeliak Meeting adjourned: 7:44 PM Next meeting: March 15th Respectfully submitted, Amy Dieffenbacher Vestry Clerk 38th Annual Community Betterment Day Saturday, April 21st 2018 at 8:30 AM Betterment Day is our community s spring cleaning day. If you are not part of an organization but would like to participate come on down to the Firehouse on Russell St for a donut and cup of coffee, some garbage bags and an assignment. Afterwards have a hot dog on us! This event is sponsored by the Chittenango Village Betterment Day Committee.

8 PAGE 6 Top 10 Reasons to be an Episcopalian by Robin Williams 10. No snake handling. 9. You can believe in dinosaurs. 8. Male and female God created them; male and female we ordain them. 7. You don't have to check your brains at the door. 6. Pew aerobics. 5. Church year is color-coded. 4. Free wine on Sunday. 3. All of the pageantry -- none of the guilt. 2. You don't have to know how to swim to get baptized. 1. No matter what you believe, there's bound to be at least one other Episcopalian who agrees with you. Pride in St. Paul s St. Paul s architecture is part of the Gothic Revival movement. The most identifiable features of Gothic Revival style are the pointed arches. The church also features pointed spires and board and batten vertical siding. Although St. Paul s began as a parish in 1855, the cornerstone for St. Paul s current church wasn t laid until December 4, And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Hebrews 10:24-25 "I got up early one morning And rushed right into the day; I had so much to accomplish That I didn't have time to pray. Problems just tumbled about me, And heavier came each task; 'Why doesn't God help me?' I wondered. He answered, 'You didn't ask.' I wanted to see joy and beauty But the day toiled on gray and bleak I wondered why God didn't show me He said, 'But you didn't seek', I tried to come into God's presence; I used all my keys in the lock. God gently and lovingly chided, 'My child, you didn't knock.' I woke up early this morning, And paused before entering the day; I had so much to accomplish That I had to take time to pray." Author Unknown

9 PAGE 7 A Few Notes Thank you to all that helped out with the McAllister Family Reception after Evelyn McAllister s funeral. With the help of Sue Gerling, Tania Mousaw, Dorothy Saunders, Gerry and Robin Weisbrod, the setup was a breeze. Thank you to all those who supplied foods for the reception: Joanne Furtado, MaryJane Pokorny, Pat Davis, Sue Gerling, Becky Kraus, Judy Olmsted, Julie Reals, Ethel Barber and Robin Weisbrod everything was delicious and gratefully accepted. Thank you to all that helped with the Mardi Gras Pancake Breakfast: Robin for the set up of tables, JoAnn Furtado for prepping the sausage, Bob and Judy Olmsted, Ed and Donna Hoffman for helping cook, Ethel Barber and Dorothy Saunders for their support positions and Pat Davis for everything she did to make this a success. Outside These Walls Blessing of Holy Oils and Renewal of Vows Services Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe encourages and invites everyone in the diocese, lay and clergy alike to attend one of these three services in Holy Week. We will celebrate our lay and ordained ministry, share Holy Eucharist, and renew our Christian vows together. The bishop will bless sacramental oils for used by clergy in healing prayers and baptisms. Monday, March 26th at 7:00 p.m. Grace & Holy Spirit Church, 13 Court Street, Cortland. Tuesday, March 27th at 12:30 p.m. St. David s Church, 14 Jamar Drive, DeWitt. Tuesday, March 27th at 7:00 p.m. Trinity Church, 227 Sherman Street, Watertown. Ministry Fair -May 9th Holiday Inn, Liverpool Dr. Catherine Meeks, Executive Director of the Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing will be the keynote speaker. A large variety of workshops designed to renew, refresh and enliven you and your ministries. Details and registration information will be distributed in January. Please mark your calendar and your parish calendar for this day of learning and fellowship! We hope to see you there! Happening #69 April 13 April 15 The Happening Spring 2018 Retreat weekend for teens in grades 9-12 will take place April 13th-15th at Casawasco Camp and Retreat Center in Moravia. Participant/Candidate application deadline is Tuesday, April 3rd. Please check out the diocesan website for further details. Want to know more about what s going on in the Diocese? Check out the diocesan website at:

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