THE CHURCH BELL ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH PARKTON JUNE Come and See. Fr. Dan. Sunday Morning Schedule

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1 ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH PARKTON THE CHURCH BELL From Fr. Dan s Study Come and See The population of St. James Church is getting older and smaller. This is the biggest problem that we currently face. Young people are turning away from the church and towards a combination of places like Starbucks and the Red Cross. They like Starbucks because it makes them feel connected or at least energized. They like the Red Cross because they know their money will get to people who are really in need. This is the problem. So, what is the solution? The solution is two-fold. First, we must make sure that our churches are attractive to those who might come to them. This means paying attention to our buildings and grounds, our worship, music, programs and people. We must be a dynamic place where folks feel connected and are connected to others and to God; we must be a dynamic place of Christ s compassion for those in need of life s basics: food, shelter and kindness. Second, in addition to making St. James Church attractive, we must give up the passive approach to evangelism and church growth. The If we build it, they will come approach simply does not work. We can no longer sit idly by and hope that people will visit us and maybe stay. Jesus did not just walk around and hope people would form a line behind him. He went and asked them to come and see where he abides. Where he abides, in this case, means what kind of new life he is living and offering to others. JUNE 2014 Sunday Morning Schedule 8:00 Early Worship 10:00 Family Worship with Music and Adult Choir INSIDE THIS ISSUE: At St. James Church, we are good at fund-raising. We do great mortgage meals, pit beef sales and seasonal festivals. We know the importance of well-planned, annual stewardship campaigns. Now we must use these same fund-raising skills and put as much energy into doing people-raising. Well planned, annual people-raising campaigns are just as important, if not more so. JUNE CALENDAR PASTORAL COUN- SLING 2 3 At our retreat day at the Black Rock Christian Retreat Center in southern Lancaster County on the 7 th of this month, the Vestry and I begin planning for two annual people-raising campaigns called Come and See. One will be held early this fall; the other in the spring. There are three broad goals to these campaigns. First is a direct mailing to the Parkton, Maryland community, letting our neighbors know we are here and alive and well. Second, everyone in the church (yes, that means you, too) will be trained to ask friends, co-workers, neighbors and family to come and see our church for a visit. And third, in the mean time, we will be doing everything we can to make St. James Church so attractive that visitors will want to stay and get involved. I am excited about being a part of a riotous movement called to change the world. You will hear more about the Come and See people-raising campaigns in the weeks and months to come. PARISH LIFE WORSHIP BIRTHDAYS & ANNI- VERSARIES 4 5 ALTAR GUILD 6 PRAYER LIST 7 Christ s Peace, Love and Justice, Fr. Dan Cell: My Office Hours & Availability I am normally in the office on Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. If you have a Pastoral Emergency and need to contact me, please feel free to call my personal Cell phone at any time 24/7. You may also contact me by at fdanstjames@stjamesparkton.org Meditation & Annoucements 8

2 June 2014 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Worship & Music 10 am Worship & Music 7 PM 11:00 am Healing 7 pm AA 9:30 am Café Theology 8 pm AA 7:30 Choir Vestry Retreat 9 am to 7 pm 7 Pm AA 8Pentecost 10 am Worship & Music 7 pm AA am Worship & Music 7 pm AA am Worship & Music 5-7 Mortgage Meal 7 pm AA am Worship & Music 9 7 pm Finance Mtg pm Vestry Pm AA Pit Beef Pm AA :30 am Café Theology 7:30 Choir 9:30 am Café Theology 7:30 Choir Newsletter information DUE for July 9:30 am Café Theology 7:30 Choir 8 pm AA 8 pm AA 8 pm AA Orioles Game 4 PM 7 Pm AA

3 Page 3 Professional Pastoral Counselling at St. James EC Parkton Mrs. Patti Sclough, A Certified and Licensed Counselor with Inspirit Counseling Services, is now offering professional counseling at St. James s Parkton. If you or someone you know needs counseling, sessions can be scheduled by calling, Inspirit Counseling Services at Ext.: 203 Thank you to everyone who contributed to my "retirement" present ----the beautiful ruby necklace. The ruby is my birthstone and I will enjoy wearing the necklace. I also must thank the parish for the support I was given during my tenure as Senior Warden. Your willingness to assist where needed made my role easier. I hope to represent you well on Vestry! Martha Canoune

4 PARISH LIFE JENNIFER DAMERON, COMMITTEE CHAIR Page 4 Mortgage Meals with Sponsors June 22nd 5-7 pm Seaside Picnic July Luau August Swim Party Martha Hendrix, Mitch & Flavia McFatridge, Martha & Howard Canoune and Phil and Paula Jeffery Kilgore s and Bundra Smith s September Crab Feast until Jeffery s & Tillman's October Fox s & Schomann s If anyone would like more information about Sponsoring Fellowship Or a Mortgage Meal, Please contact any of the Parish Life committee members Jennifer Dameron Chair Susi Benson Martha Canoune Beth Kilgore Vestry Retreat June 7, 2014 Black Rock Retreat Center Black Rock Retreat is a non-profit Christian organization that began in Originally started as a summer camp, the ministries of Black Rock Retreat have expanded to include year round retreat facilities, an outdoor education program for Christian schools and Home School students, as well as a Challenge Ropes Course ministry.

5 Pit Beef & Board Walk Style Fries PAGE 5 Saturday June 14th-10 am to 2:00 pm Please come and support your Church. Have lunch at our tables and enjoy fellowship with other members. Take some home for dinner. We will have turkey and ham. Condiments: Horseradish, raw onions, BBQ sauce, and the normal fare. BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES June 3 Alan Greeley June 4 Keri Fox June 20 Nicki Smith June 23 Jason Kraft June 25 Jena Greeley June 26 Ken Whitaker June 29 Raymond Linder Anniversaries June 8 Gloria & Ken Whitker June 18 Dottie & Jack Arthur June 19 Susan & Chris Walters June 29 Lucy & John Bents Have a Birthday or Anniversary to add to our Sunday prayers? Please let Susi Benson know by admin@stljamesparkton.org or phone Include first and last names, Month, Day and Year. We will only make public the month and day. The year is to update our Parish Records. Thank you.

6 Come and Worship ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH PARKTON York Road P.O. Box 420 Parkton, MD Hungry Harry is hungry! Pg 6 Please remember we are supporting the Hereford Food Bank year round. It is simple to do. Bring in canned or dried goods and place them in Hungry Harry in the narthex of the Parish Hall. Thank you for supporting our local community Phone: stjamesparkton@gmail.com WE RE ON THE WEB! WWW. STJ A M ESPAR KTO N. O R G Open in Spirit, Deep in Faith, Rich in Worship, Active in Service. INSTRUCTIONS FOR RECEIVING HOLY COMMUNION Holy Communion is the sacred meal of the Christian faith. While the Episcopal Church, as all churches rooted in the historic Christian faith, affirms that the sacrament of Holy Baptism is the ancient and normal entry point for receiving the sacrament of Holy Communion, we also believe that anyone who desires to receive the body and blood of our Lord is always welcome at God s table. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, the Episcopal Church is here for you, and we invite you to explore with us what being baptized could mean for your life. Want to know more? Please speak with Fr. Dan Hinkle after worship. When receiving Holy Communion, you may take just the bread if you prefer. Gluten-free bread is available upon request. When receiving the wine from the common cup, please guide the chalice with one of your hands; or you may carefully dip an edge of the bread in the common cup. If you are not baptized, or would prefer not to receive communion for any personal or religious reason, you are still invited to come forward at the time of communion to receive a blessing from the priest. Please place your arms across your chest to indicate your desire to receive a blessing. Above all, remember that all are welcome here at St. James Episcopal Church.. Memorial Flowers and Candles Flower and Candle Memorials are wonderful ways to remember and honor loved ones at Sunday worship. A Candle Memorial Sign up Sheet and Flower Memorial Chart can be found on the Church News bulletin board in the Parish Hall. The cost of Memorial Candles is $ The cost of Memorial Flowers is $35.00 New Calendar is on the Bulletin Board in the Parish Hall

7 Prayer List Hold in Prayer Page 7 Corinne, Ken, Tomas, Kim, Gary, Marty, Mel, Garet, Iris, Liz, Beth, Susan, Craig, Charlotte, Jane, Bob, Connie, John, Raymond, Brenda, Mike, Susan, Helen, Elizabeth, Terry Remember those serving in the Armed Forces Army: Anthony, Vicki, David; Coast Guard: Andrew, Alyssa; Marines: Joshua; Navy: Amy. Sign Up Sheet for the Game can be found on the table in the Parish Hall. If we get 20 people to go from St. James Parkton, we get our church mentioned in the stadium

8 Meditation given by Paula Jeffery FROM ORDINARY TO GREAT Page 8 Anyone who studies God s ways soon realizes they are quite different from man s. Worldly wisdom says that extraordinary people and abundant resources are needed for great tasks, yet the Lord often chooses the small and insignificant to achieve His purposes on earth. For example, Christ selected a rather unimpressive group of men as disciples, yet after being filled with the Spirit, they turned the world upside down, During His ministry on earth, Jesus fed thousands with a child s meager lunch, and He viewed the widow s two small coins as a greater offering that the other generous donations (John 6:5; Luke 21:2-3). God specializes in using people who aren t naturally qualified to accomplish His tasks. Moses was a verbally impaired 80 year-year-old shepherd who liberated a nation. After Gideon hid from the enemy, God made him a valiant warrior. David was the overlooked youngest son who killed a giant with a small stone and became Israel s greatest king. God isn t looking for impressive people; He wants willing ones who will bow the knee in humble submission. Being weak and ordinary doesn t make you useless. Rather, it positions you for a demonstration of divine power in our life. He takes insignificant ones and delights in making them great. Have you ever considered that your lack of ability, talent, or skill is the ideal setting for great display of Christ s power and glory? If you are willing to submit to His leading and venture into the scary yet rewarding territory of faith and obedience, He will do great things in and through you. By Charles Stanley Choir's Last Sunday is June 29 The last rehearsal for this year is Thursday, June 26, 7:30 9 pm. Many thanks to our dedicated choir members and to our Music Minister, Nelle Bailey, for another great year of church music at St. James EC Parkton. The NEW 2014/2015 Choir Season begins on Sunday, September 7. The Choir s first rehearsal for the new season will be on Thursday September 4, 7:30 9 pm. All interested singers are welcome. SUMMER SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE IN JULY AND AUGUST Starting Sunday, July 6, and going through Sunday, August 31, Holy Eucharist with Hymns will be celebrated at 9 am followed by Coffee Fellowship. Weather permitting, we may worship outside from time to time. If necessary, we will worship in the air conditioned parish hall. NEW 2014/2015 SUNDAY SCHOOL SESSION Begins on Sunday, September 7, at 10 am. We are now on summer break. Children and youth are always welcome to worship with their parents/guardians at any worship at St. James EC Parkton. If desired, children s activity packets can found in the back of the church