Breaking Bread. Our Mission is Growing Disciples of Jesus Christ. The Newsletter of the Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St.

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1 Breaking Bread Our Mission is Growing Disciples of Jesus Christ The Newsletter of the Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul ~ April 2018 A Season to Rejoice! Alelluia! Christ is Risen! In this Easter season, build on the spiritual growth in Lent even as we celebrate our Lord s resurrection. Read further in Breaking Bread and you will find many opportunities to grow. My Sunday School class on the Why s of Worship will now turn to other Prayer Book services such as Confirmation, Marriage, Reconciliation and the Burial service. On May 6, Bishop Wimberly will teach a class on Ordination, and on May 13, George Chesnut will teach a class on the Hymnal and church music. There are other opportunities to grow as a Disciple of Jesus. A new Heroes of the Bible study has just started on Sunday mornings, and we are planning to Unplug and Connect at the annual Parish Retreat May 4-6 at beautiful Rock Eagle Conference Center, about 90 minutes from here. The retreat is for people of all ages, a great chance to connect with each other and with God. We are also asking for your prayers and your help in discerning where next God is calling us to serve Christ in the world. A Service Discernment Team has been formed, and we have some funds to help support new initiatives that draw more parishioners into relationship with those in need. Read the article inside, and speak with Peter Williams or Rachel Buhler to learn more. The season of Easter is the season of resurrection, where we celebrate the gift of new life in Christ. Come feast on this life in Christ this Easter Season! Yours in Christ, The Rev. Tom Pumphrey Confirmation at the Cathedral. 2 Parish Update. 3 Service Discernment Team. 4 Parish Retreat. 5 Grief Support Group. 5 Youth News. 6 Children s Ministries. 8 Choir Practice. 9 On the Inside... Book Signing Fundraiser. 10 MUST Summer Lunches. 10 Cool Girls Newcomer s Class. 12 Family Promise. 13 Healing Service. 13 Christian Education Opportunities. 14 Upcoming Events. 16

2 Breaking Bread 2 We had 5 youth confirmed at the Cathedral of St. Philip on March 18th! We had 24 confirmed at the Cathedral of St. Philip on March 18th! Confirmands at The Cathedral of St. Philip! It was a rainy Hunger Walk 2018! The Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul The Vestry 1795 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta, GA Office Hours: Monday Thursday ~ 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Friday ~ 9 a.m p.m. Phone: (770) Fax: (770) Visit us on the web at After Hours Pastoral Concerns: x8 Rector The Rev. Thomas C. Pumphrey Associate Rector The Rev. Elisa P. Harres Parish Administrator Suzy Bristow Financial Administrator Amy Pillsworth Youth Ministry Matt Martin Children s Ministry Lay Leader Susan Sherrard Director of Music George Chesnut Facilities Manager Bob Marks Vestry Senior Warden JoAnn Gotschall Junior Warden Chuck Matheson Clerk Bryan Selby Treasurer Guy Creveling Recorder Leigh Mickalonis Rachel Buhler John Hooper Bryan Selby Roger Sherrard Cathy Shuman Marci Thomas Rich Walker

3 3 Breaking Bread Parish Update On Sunday, March 4, we had two Parish Update Meetings to review 2017 and look ahead to Here are some highlights: 2017: 22 new households for 74 new members. Total of 974 Active Baptized Members from 411 households. Our average weekend attendance in 2017 was 359 (down in part due to snow days and New Year s Day). We had 3 Weddings, 12 Funerals, and 13 Baptisms, 26 confirmed or received. 136 children and youth and 275 adults were involved in some sort of Christian Education, including through 16 different programs for adults. Our parish is 24% Children & Youth, 12% Young Adults, 25% Middle Adults (40-59), and 39% seniors (60+). 30% of the parish has joined since 2011 (21% since 2014). We finished 2017 with an operating surplus of $59,490, due to higher than expected income and lower than budgeted expenses (several new hires happened later than planned). In January, we had 267 Pledges for 2018 for a record $1,042,945, a 6% increase since last year (+19% since 2014). The Carpenter s Work raised over $500,000 in pledges and over $300,000 in cash, completed Phase One (parking lot, carpet and HVAC), and paid a tithe to Church of the Holy Comforter. As we receive cash payments toward pledges, we will be able to implement projects in Phase Two. We have $13,767 to go to reach our pledge goal of $550,000. We welcomed new staff: Matt Martin (Youth Minister), Kayla White (Administrative Assistant), Susan Prout (Director of Newcomer s Ministry), and four Choir Section Leaders. We saw advancements in several ministries, in new members, and in growth in Bible Studies. We are now hosting Family Promise families, involving over 80 members of the parish. And we are maturing in our Christian relationships and supporting one another Vestry Goals Help discern & identify where God is calling us to serve Christ in the World (with a new Service Discernment Team) Support the Carpenter s Work Ensure that we have Vacation Bible School in 2018 Address long term Spiritual Growth of the parish: Depth of Christian Commitment and Christian Relationships Encourage and Support Evangelism Initiatives Encourage and Support Worship Initiatives Many of these goals will be accomplished by the Forums themselves, but the vestry will take an active role in encouraging and supporting that work. In many cases, there are also designated funds from restricted donations that can support these initiatives. For a more complete report from the meeting, contact the parish office.

4 Breaking Bread 4 Service Discernment Team Goal of the team To discern and identify where God is calling us to serve Christ in the world. The team will be praying, searching, watching and listening as to how God is revealing where His people are hurting the greatest. We as a Parish are collectively commanded to share our relationship with Christ and the many blessings we have in our lives with those around us who are in pain, at risk and suffering in many different ways. Members of the team Merilee Allen; John Bareham; Rachel Buhler; John Clark, Martha Davis; Mtr. Elisa Harres; Linda Koehler; Rudy Lind; Susan Prout; Keith Purser; Stephanie Runge; Peter Williams. The team was assembled to represent all parts of the church membership as well as include some with Service Forum experience as well as people not previously involved with the Service Forum. What is this about? The Vestry has commissioned this team to review the current and potential future Service ministries. The desire is to create a step change in the number of members in our Christian community of disciples who are able to serve others in the world. These expanded ministries must tie in with SPSP s mission and vision and could be an extension or rejuvenation of a ministry we are already involved in OR tapping into a program that already exists OR something entrepreneurial. We expect that the strategic plan will result in opportunities for multiple volunteers within the Parish to enable Service to be a part of the lives of a greater number of members at St Peter and St Paul (not a ministry of 1-2 people) The final proposal will lead to a sustainable ministry initiated by a seed fund given in order to start expanding St Peter and Paul's Service Ministries. Process The team has been assembled, and is entering a period of prayerful listening to God, talking to others in the community and the Parish, and will be very interested in hearing from you. We hope you feel invited to act most particularly if you are being led to increase your service to others or have ideas, insights and experiences you wish to share. We are forming three teams of four to support each other as we open ourselves up to this discernment process. Please hold the team in your prayers,and talk to those on the team you know, as a big part of their hearing God's call will likely be carried in the conversations with you, our fellow disciples. Next Steps Sunday March 4th Announce to the Parish Mid-Year meeting and invite participation and prayer Monday May 21st Report to Vestry on progress and share updates September Vestry Meeting Recommendations on next steps, with plans for inclusions in the Budget for 2019

5 5 Breaking Bread Save the Date! Unplug and Connect at the Parish Retreat, May 4-6 at Rock Eagle Center, Eatonton, GA Come enjoy rest, fun and fellowship with parishioners of all ages from St. Peter & St. Paul. Enjoy lake-front accommodations, relax by a campfire, hike trails, fish or boat on the lake. Rock Eagle 4-H Center is only an hour and a half away, and features 1500 acres of forested land, a 110 acre lake, and excellent accommodations. We will have supervised activities for children and youth, free time, and organized activities for adults to unplug from our daily routine, and connect with God and each other. Read more about Rock Eagle Center at To make a reservation or for more information, please contact Tom Gotschall at tjgotschall@comcast.net.registration forms available in church office. Grief Support Group Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts, and we want to help. Mondays 10:00am - 12:00pm January 29 - May 7, 2018 The Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul Creation Chapel 1795 Johnson Ferry Road, Marietta Contact Elisa Harres at eharres@peterandpaul.org or

6 Breaking Bread 6 by Matt Martin, Youth Minister Leading Change & Sarah s Story Youth Highlights - April 2018 As the school year enters the final stretch, the Youth Ministry is beginning to focus more on planning and preparing for the Middle School Beach Trip in July and the High School Mission Trip to Puerto Rico in June. I have also been praying and thinking through the vision and theme for next year and what God is calling us to focus on as we recruit volunteers and make plans for another great year of youth programming. One question keeps coming to mind: how can we fully embrace a vision for developing student leaders? One recommendation in Leading Successful Change is to create a story of what you would like to see. Sarah s Story is a fictional story of what could happen in the years to come at St. Peter and St. Paul if we fully embrace this vision for developing student leaders and growing disciples of Jesus Christ. Sarah s Story Sarah was in 8 th grade at Hightower Trail middle school when Ashley invited her to go to church with her at St. Peter and St. Paul. Ashley and Sarah were in the same class together and talked every day. Lately, Ashley noticed that Sarah seemed down because her parents were getting a divorce. Sarah s family rarely went to church, so she was a little scared when Ashley invited her. But Sarah agreed, because Ashley was a good friend and seemed to really enjoy going to church. As soon as Sarah walked in the doors to the youth area, adults and students welcomed her and seemed really friendly. Sarah was blown away by how nice people were. The walls were brightly decorated and there was cool music playing. Ashley grabbed a donut while Sarah helped herself to the bagels and fruit before heading into the Sunday school room. The Sunday school room was divided up into sections, each with a circle of chairs for small groups to meet. Sarah sat in on Ashley s small group and played a fun game that made them all laugh a lot. Then they spent time reading and talking about a passage from the Bible and how it applied to their life. As they talked, Sarah realized that the other girls were going through problems similar to her, but there was something different about them; they had hope and God in their life. Later on, Sarah told Ashley that the worship service was a little weird but also kind of cool. These people really care a lot about God, she thought. Because she had such a great time and everyone was so nice, Sarah decided to keep going back to church with Ashley and even joined the small group of girls that meets during Sunday school. After a few weeks, Sarah began to think about why the other students at church seemed so genuine and caring. They weren t like most of the kids at her school who only cared what she wore and who she hung out with. Sarah began asking questions about God and faith and how she can have hope like they do. Some of the student leaders gave Sarah a Bible and explained how to read it for herself and how to start praying to God about her problems. She didn t even know that she could do that on her own. They encouraged her to try and they even offered to meet up with her after school to talk more about what s going on in her life and how they could encourage her. Ashley started writing Sarah encouraging notes with inspirational quotes from the Bible.

7 7 Breaking Bread Reading the Bible and praying was hard at first. Sarah didn t even know if she was doing it right. One day at lunch, she told Ashley about something she read in the book of Palms. Ashely laughed and explained that it was the book of Psalms and not palms. But the more Sarah read and prayed the more she wanted to learn about God and living a life of faith. Certain words and stories began to stand out to her and she felt encouraged as if God was saying it to her. She looked forward to reading her bible and praying every day. She even started journaling down her thoughts and questions. As she shared her thoughts with her girl s small group each Sunday, she could feel God was becoming real in her life. In the small group, Sarah also began to open up about her parents divorce and the struggles she was having at home. The other girls listened and shared encouraging words to her about how much they care about her and how much God cares about her too. For the first time she began to feel hope in a hopeless situation. She began to see that her circumstances weren t a reflection of how God felt about her. She knew God wasn t punishing her and that her parent s divorce wasn t her fault at all. Her heart grew warm and she began to feel God s love for her. She began to realize that she was special in God s eyes. She knew God cared because her small group was a reflection of God s heart for her. In the next few months, Sarah couldn t help but tell everyone she knew about God s love for them. Before school each day she prayed that God would use her to reveal His love to someone that day. At lunch and in the hallways, she spent time talking to those who felt left out and overlooked. Ashley chuckled when she noticed that Sarah started quoting things Jesus said. Sarah s face beamed with joy even when things didn t go her way. Other students began to notice and they wanted to know more about why she had so much joy. Sarah spent a lot of time listening to others about their problems and spiritual questions. As Sarah was getting ready to start high school at Pope, one of the adult leaders at St. Peter and St. Paul noticed how much Sarah was growing and also that she had potential to be a small group leader. The adult leader began to encourage Sarah to join the leadership team, which was like a small group just for leaders. Sarah was excited about the opportunity but also really scared. What would people think of me? she wondered. Sarah objected that she didn t know enough about the Bible or how to help people. But the adult leader knew that Sarah had experienced God s love and explained that the heart of a good small group leader was wanting other people to experience God s love too. Ashley and Sarah started leading their first small group together and were amazed that the other girls had a great time. They laughed a lot and even opened up during the prayer time. Emma shared that her parents were getting a divorce. Sarah knew how Emma felt, and Sarah also knew God s heart for her. Sarah prayed for Emma and encouraged her to keep coming. Sarah knew she was right where God wanted her, and she was so thankful that Ashley took the risk to invite her to church. Youth Group Resumes to its normal schedule for April! Come for fun games and discussions on faith and life. MS 5-6:15 Dinner 6:15-6:45pm HS 6:45-8pm

8 Breaking Bread 8 WELCOME TO VBS HERO CENTRAL Location St. Peter and St. Paul Please join us June for a fantastic Vacation Bible School. We will meet from 9:30 am 12:00 pm. At VBS Hero Central, students will: discover their strength in God explore God s mission for their lives encounter epic adventures alongside biblical heroes realize qualities that make them truly heroes in God Any questions contact Susan Sherrard at swsherrard@comcast.net Caregiver's Support Group Meets on the Second Thursday of each month from 12:00-1:00pm downstairs in Room 1. We hope you will join us!

9 9 Breaking Bread Children s Choir Eligibility begins at about 2 nd grade, or about the time beginning reading skills are acquired. The age range runs up through about 5 th or 6 th grade, depending on skills acquired, maturity, and vocal ability (and, for boys, whether or not the voice has begun to change). Practices are held on Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:15 pm in the choir room. (This may change to a full hour from 5:30 to 6:30 pm beginning fall 2018.) Youth Choir Eligibility runs from about 6 th or 7 th grade (dependent on skills, maturity, and vocal ability) through high school. Practices are held on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:15 pm in the choir room. (This may change to a full hour from 6:15 to 7:15 pm beginning fall 2018.) Adult Chancel Choir Eligibility begins at college age. (Sometimes high school students of exceptional maturity and advanced skill may be considered.) Practices are held on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 pm in the choir room.

10 Breaking Bread 10 Local Men s Group Hosts Authors in Fundraiser for Homeless Families Area writers pool efforts to support Family Promise of Cobb County On Friday, April 13, from 7:00-9:00 p.m., the Brotherhood of St. Andrew will host a book signing event at the Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. The event will feature four published authors from the Atlanta area. There will be short readings from selected works followed by refreshments and an opportunity to speak with the authors and purchase autographed copies. Net proceeds from book sales will go to support Family Promise of Cobb County, a ninety-day program that provides safe and comfortable housing for homeless families, so they can remain together while seeking more permanent homes. Among the writers will be: Rona Simmons, author of Images from World War II: The Art of Jack Smith and several novels, including Postcards from Wonderland Peggy Spear, author of the novel Artful Deception Rosalind and Maggie Bunn, creators of Once Upon a Zoo and other children s tales Ray Dan Parker, author of Unfinished Business and Fly Away The Metamorphosis of Dina Savage ABOUT FAMILY PROMISE: Part of a national organization founded in 1986, the Family Promise Network Program brings shelter, meals, and support services to families without homes through a network of local congregations. The hosting of families rotates weekly among 14 host congregations in the Network. Each host congregation provides lodging, three meals a day, and caring hospitality for up to four weeks a year. Support congregations assist the Network by providing volunteers, meals, and financial donations. Guests use the Family Promise Day Center from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., where a professional social worker provides case management services. There, guests pursue employment, care for pre-school children, shower, and do laundry. To find out more about Family Promise, visit ABOUT THE BROTHERHOOD OF SAINT ANDREW: The Brotherhood of Saint Andrew is a men s service organization engaged in the disciplines of prayer, scriptural study and service. The Brotherhood supports a variety of outreach missions, such as Family Promise, throughout the Atlanta area. For more information, contact Chuck Matheson at cmathe1234@gmail.com. SAVE THE DATE MUST Summer Lunches 3:00pm Join us in the Parish Hall on June 3, 10, 17, & 24 to prepare lunches for needy kids in Cobb County.

11 11 Breaking Bread COOL GIRLS 2018 Cool Girls is a non-profit organization unique to Atlanta which started in 1989 in the East Meadows housing community. Today, this program is present in 9 Title 1 middle and elementary schools and has over 350 participants in grades 2 through 8. Cool Girls is devoted to the self-empowerment of young girls instilling leadership, confidence, and self-respect. The goal of this program is to give each Cool Girl the tools needed to break the cycle of poverty, teen pregnancy, and low self-esteem. St. Peter and St. Paul has been supporting Cool Girls for over 25 years. 200 girls that have earned the privilege to come our event must attend weekly meetings given by the Cool Girls organization. The Cool Girls committee at our church plans and prepares a full day of fun for all Cool Girls. The objective is to reward these young ladies for their hard work and effort throughout their previous school year and to get them excited and motivated for the upcoming school year. For 2018, the big event is Saturday, July 28th from 9 am to 3 pm. The Cool Girls committee plans many fun activities that include hip-hop dancing, face painting, playing bingo, decorating a binder or pencil box, eating a lunch from Chick-fil-A, and shopping at 10 different stations in our Back to School Boutique. Sounds cool, right? Please join us and find out first-hand all that goes on during this great event. Our 1 st planning meeting and dinner is Monday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m. in the Garden Room. We encourage girls in Middle and High School to join us in the planning process because they have a unique perspective on what s hip and what s not for young girls. In addition, these young volunteers will receive service hours, if needed, which is cool, too. As you do your spring cleaning, please keep in mind some of the items that could be donated towards the 10 stations for the boutique. All of the Cool Girls will be shopping for: Pajamas - gently used and in all sizes (age appropriate) Personal care items - brushes, hair accessories and products, lotions, make-up and bath products Purses- all sizes for girls Jewelry- new and used for girls Hair Accessories - hats, gloves, scarves (warm scarves and fashion scarves) Room Décor items- small decorative items such as picture frames, jewelry holders, pillows, or wall plaques Fun school supplies cute folders, small calculators, locker items, etc. Books - youth and young adult books. Stuffed Animals any kind and any size Please put your donations in the Outreach closet in the blue bin marked Cool Girls. Thank you. Any questions, please contact Cheryl Leagan at cherylcoolgirls@att.net or Beth Bilton at thebiltons@bellsouth.net.

12 Breaking Bread 12 Welcome Newcomers, Visitors and anyone else that may want to learn more about the SPSP community!! Please plan to join Mother Elisa, Larry Kelley and Susan Prout on Sunday, April 29 th, during the Sunday School hour in Room 5 to learn more about St. Peter and St. Paul, get an overview of the various ministries at church and share in fellowship! 20s/30s: Join the Conversation! - April 8 We meet the 2nd Sunday of every month at Keegan's, 4401 Shallowford Road near Johnson Ferry and Shallowford, after the 10:30 service. You can meet us at the restaurant at noon or meet us at the parish hall entrance immediately following the 10:30 service. Please RSVP to Leigh Mickalonis at leighmickalonis@gmail.com to ensure we have enough seating. If you haven't RSVP, join us anyway! We can always make room for more!

13 13 Breaking Bread St. Peter and St. Paul is again providing temporary shelter for several homeless families involved with Family Promise in There are opportunities for Dinner/Evening Hosting, Overnight Hosting, as well as helping to provide dinner each of the nights during the week we host. Sign ups will be available on our Sign up Genius web site. All who wish to become part of the Family Promise ministry and have not attended training please register at If you have any questions regarding this training or the ministry please contact Peter Williams at or Tom Gotschall at Please join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month (April 4) at 11:30 a.m. for a Holy Eucharist with Anointing for Healing.

14 Breaking Bread 14 Adult Christian Formation Offerings at St. Peter & St. Paul Winter/Spring 2018 Our mission is Growing Disciples of Jesus Christ. One of the ways we accomplish this is through adult Christian formation, the lifelong process of growing in our relationship with God, self, others, and all creation. We grow in prayer, scripture, service, and Christian fellowship, integrating our relationship with God into our daily lives. Group contact information is below. Start dates and meeting times of other groups are noted below. SUNDAY SCHOOL OFFERINGS- 9:15 to 10:15 The Whys of Worship Led by: The Rev. Tom Pumphrey Location: Parish Hall The Whys of Worship: Why we do what we do in worship. Sunday mornings, 9:15 10:15 in the Parish Hall, The Rev. Tom Pumphrey and others. This class continues after Easter with a tour of other liturgies of the church: Morning and Evening Prayer, Marriage, Reconciliation, Healing, and the Burial Office. On May 6, The Rt. Rev Don Wimberly will teach on the ordination services, and on May 13, our Director of Music, George Chesnut, will teach on the Hymnal and church music. Women s Sunday School Class Facilitators: Kristi Story, Stacy Ferris, JoAnn Gotschall, Cathy Schuman Location: Room 7 We are completing our study of Philippians. Growing Christian Families Sunday School Class Facilitators: Mike and Kim Nancarrow Location: Room 6 A discussion based on the book and video series Anxious for Nothing: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World. Max Lucado leads readers to reflect on Philippians 4:4-8 which contains an antidote to anxiety that will help to develop a mindset of resilience. We will discuss practical ways to manage anxiety in ourselves and our children. There is no need to purchase the book. Lectionary Bible Study Facilitator: Jim Woodruff, John Patton, Jay Pongonis Location: Room 5 Heroes of the Bible will be discussed on March 11, 18 & 25. Each week, one hero will be presented by the facilitator with some background material and some bible verses that are pertinent to the hero and background material. Heros that might be included are Moses, Abraham, Jacob, Elijah, Peter, Paul, John, Ruth, Ester. It is always amazing to see how God takes ordinary people and helps them accomplish extraordinary feats. OPPORTUNTIES FOR STUDY AND FELLOWSHIP DURING THE WEEK Friday Men s Breakfast Bible/Book Study (Books for Biblical Christians) Facilitators: Tom Mimms and Justin Streeter (meets year-round) Time: 7:00am - 8:30am Location: Eggs Up Cafe (In Publix shopping center on Shallowford at Johnson Ferry) BBC is a men s group that meets weekly for breakfast, prayer and discussion. The group is currently finishing a study on Romans 12. Tuesday Evening Adult Bible Study Facilitator: Amy Stillwell Time: 7pm 8pm Location: Room 7 Come join us as we explore the Gospel of John in a relaxed informal discussion. Bring your Bible and all adults are welcome! We meet every Tuesday evening at 7 to 8 PM in Room 7. Contact Amy Stillwell for more information, amystillwell55@gmail.com or

15 15 Breaking Bread OPPORTUNTIES FOR STUDY AND FELLOWSHIP DURING THE WEEK Tuesday Evening Education for Ministry (EfM) EFM Mentor: Bernadette Watts ( ) Time: 7 pm -10 pm Location: Room 1 - Involves significant reading and class preparation EfM is a program of study developed by the School of Theology of the University of the South that involves study, theological reflection and worship. The course of study lasts 4 years, covering four subjects, respectively: Old Testament, New Testament, church history and modern theologians. While it is a four-year program, individuals commit for only one year at a time. Contact Bernadette Watts for information. Enrollment forms are available at Golden Girls Bible Study Facilitators: Connie Kerdasha and Caroline Woodruff Time: Tuesday mornings - 10:30 am 11:30am Location: Garden Room Please bring your Bible for a study session with participation from the group. Wild Women of Wednesday Bible Study Facilitators: Elisa Harres, Amy Stillwell, Bernadette Watts Time: 10 am 11:15 Location: Garden Room Expect to participate in interesting, thought provoking conversations on some of the most beloved stories and images in the Bible. This group is studying the Gospel of John. All women are welcome! Thursday Men s Study Group Facilitator: Victor Meijers, John Patton, John Bareham Time: 7:00 am- 8:00 am Location: Room 1 The Men s Thursday Study Group is studying the Book of Romans using a study guide from The Good Book series. Brotherhood of St. Andrew Current directors: Chuck Matheson, John Patton, Justin Streeter, and Jim Woodruff Time: 7 am- 8:30 am Location: Garden Room All men are invited to meet with us every other Saturday, for breakfast, fellowship and Bible study of the Sunday Gospel reading. Daughters of the King Current directors: Amy Stillwell, Marci Thomas Time: 11 am- 1 pm Saturdays on a monthly basis Location: Garden Room All Women are welcome to join The Daughters of the King as they begin a new study at 11 AM in Room 1. A light lunch will be served. We will be studying and discussing Fire of the Word, Meeting God on Holy Ground by Chris Webb. You can order a copy from Amazon. Come join us as we examine how the Spirit of God inhabits the Bible and how we can transform our lives with the astounding power of God s Word. Continuing the Conversation: a Group for People in their 20s & 30s Facilitator: Leigh Mickalonis Time: Second Sunday of every month after the 10:30 service This group meets at Keegan s at the intersection of Johnson Ferry and Shallowford Road for brunch and fellowship. All 20 s and 30 s are welcome; single, married, with or without children. Come join the conversation.

16 Breaking Bread Breaking Bread April 2018 Breaking Bread 16 Eastertide Evensong April 29-4:00pm Prelude Music begins at 3:30pm We hope you will join us! Reception to follow! Save the Date! PENTECOST Sunday, May 20! following the 10:30 service! All invited! Come for great fellowship, food & fun! Alcoholics Anonymous - 8:00 p.m. Fridays Garden Room - Open Meeting Narcotics Anonymous - 7:00 p.m. Thursdays Choir Room - Open Meeting