Category: Newsletter

  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 13 March 2025

    Greetings, Everyone!

    I hope you have each had opportunity to get out and enjoy the exceptional weather we’ve had this week!

    Last Sunday (3/09), the first Sunday in Lent, we joined the ancient Israelites in bringing our Lenten sacrifices  and offerings to God. When placing our offerings in the basket, we committed them with the prayer “You are my refuge and my stronghold, my God in whom I put my trust.” (Psalm 91:2) 

    The offering basket will remain at the base of the altar during the whole season of Lent. If you wish to add your own offering of thanks, or to add something you are releasing into God’s hand, feel free to write it on one of the slips of paper provided and leave it in the basket. These offerings will be lifted up to God when we light the Easter Vigil flame in April.

    This coming Sunday (3/16), the second Sunday in Lent, we will join with Abram in seeking God’s promise, declaring with the Psalmist, “Your face, Lord, will I seek.” Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am as we observe Holy Eucharist.

    Multi-denominational Lenten Dinner Worship begins TODAY

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this season are in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Agape Dinner & Maundy Thursday Worship) – Grace UMC

    Lenten Book Club starts THIS Sunday

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a national-church-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16, and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13).

    Volunteers Needed

    Our list of needs is shrinking (God is calling and our parishioners are listening! Hallelujah!); but it’s still not too late to volunteer for these openings (see list below). If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know (Shelby Mancell, Danny Haden, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Christina McMahan, Joyce Landrum, Barbara Bajon, or Rev. Nancy).

    Greeters

    -Starting about 20 minutes before services begin, stand near the church entrance to give bulletins to those who come in

    -Direct visitors to fill out the registry, and explain how our services flow to people new to the Episcopal Church

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director (Kaitlyn Rodwell)

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For The Westrope family/ Kaitlyn/ Patty/ Karen/ Lee/ Nathan/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor James Coulter and Mt. Zion Baptist Church/ the repose of Mary Westrope

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Thursday, March 20 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at St. Paul’s
    • Sunday, March 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am
    • Thursday, March 27 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm @ Verdigris UMC
    • Saturday, March 29 – Regional Safe Church training at St. Andrew’s, Grove @ 9:00 am (lunch provided)
    • Sunday, March 30 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 4th Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 6 March 2025

    Hello, Dear Friends!

    Last Sunday (3/02), the last Sunday after Epiphany, we joined the apostles Peter, John, and James as they witnessed the transfiguration, then followed along as their joint ministry to the crowds continued. 

    This coming Sunday (3/09), the first Sunday in Lent, we’ll join with the ancient Israelites in offering our Lenten sacrifices to God. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am as we observe Holy Eucharist.

    Lenten Book Club

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a national-church-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16, and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13).

    Multi-denominational Lenten Dinner Worship

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this season are in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Agape Dinner & Maundy Thursday Worship) – Grace UMC

    Volunteers Needed

    Our list of needs is shrinking (God is calling and our parishioners are listening! Hallelujah!); but it’s still not too late to volunteer for these openings (see list below). If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know (Shelby Mancell, Danny Haden, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Christina McMahan, Joyce Landrum, Barbara Bajon, or Rev. Nancy).

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director (Kaitlyn Rodwell)

    Greeters

    -Starting about 20 minutes before services begin, stand near the church entrance to give bulletins to those who come in

    -Direct visitors to fill out the registry, and explain how our services flow to people new to the Episcopal Church

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For The Westrope family/ Kaitlyn/ Lee/ Patty/ Karen/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor James Coulter and Mt. Zion Baptist Church

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, March 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday in Lent
    • Wednesday, March 12 – Grace UMC Mobile Food Pantry at St. Paul’s from 3-6 pm
    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Thursday, March 20 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at St. Paul’s
    • Sunday, March 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am
    • Thursday, March 27 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm @ Verdigris UMC

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 27 February 2025

    Greetings, One and All!

    I hope you are soaking up all this marvelous sunshine and enjoying the mild weather we’ve been having this week!

    Last Sunday (2/23), the seventh Sunday after Epiphany, we joined Jesus as he exhorted us to love our enemies, and we discussed the radical ways this directive affects the way we live. 

    This coming Sunday (3/02), the last Sunday after Epiphany, we’ll join the apostles Peter, John, and James to witness the transfiguration, then follow along as their joint ministry to the crowds continues. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am as we discuss how these events impact our modern ministry.

    Shrove Tuesday Pancakes

    Join us in the Parish Hall on Tuesday, March 4 @ 6pm for our annual Pancake supper. This is open to the public and is free (donations accepted), so invite a friend and come indulge your appetite on this last evening before the discipline of Lent begins!

    Ash Wednesday Service

    We will kick off the season of Lent with the traditional Ash Wednesday Liturgy on Wednesday, March 5 @ 6pm. This is a great way to begin to lean into the penitential aspect of Lent. 

    Lenten Book Club

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a national-church-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16, and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13). If you wish to read along and/or participate, please sign up on the bulletin board at church or reply to this email no later than Sunday, March 2, so we know how many books to order for everyone.

    Multi-denominational Lenten Dinner Worship

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this coming season will be in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Agape Dinner & Maundy Thursday Worship) – Grace UMC

    Volunteers Needed

    It’s not too late to volunteer for these openings (see list below). If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know (Shelby Mancell, Danny Haden, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Christina McMahan, Joyce Landrum, Barbara Bajon, or Rev. Nancy).

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer (Barbara Bajon)

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director (Kaitlyn Rodwell)

    Greeters

    -Starting about 20 minutes before services begin, stand near the church entrance to give bulletins to those who come in

    -Direct visitors to fill out the registry, and explain how our services flow to people new to the Episcopal Church

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Patty/ Karen/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor James Coulter and Mt. Zion Baptist Church

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, March 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after the Epiphany; Last day to sign up for Lenten Book Club
    • Tuesday, March 4 – Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper @ 6:00 pm
    • Wednesday, March 5 – Ash Wednesday service @ 6:00 pm
    • Sunday, March 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday in Lent
    • Wednesday, March 12 – Grace UMC Mobile Food Pantry at St. Paul’s from 3-6 pm
    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Thursday, March 20 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at St. Paul’s
    • Sunday, March 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am
    • Thursday, March 27 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm @ Verdigris UMC

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 20 February 2025

    Hello, Everyone!

    I trust that you are all snuggled in where it’s warm and dry during this fresh spill of wintry weather.

    Last Sunday (2/16), the sixth Sunday after Epiphany, the gospel lesson was the familiar sermon referred to as The Beatitudes, and we discussed the blessings of trusting in the Lord. 

    This coming Sunday (2/23), the seventh Sunday after Epiphany, we’ll join Jesus as he exhorts us to love our enemies. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am as we discuss this radical approach to love.

    Mt. Zion Chili Challenge

    Weather permitting, this Saturday, February 22, from 11 am – 1 pm, our friends at Mt. Zion Baptist Church (805 N Oseuma Ave, Claremore) are holding a chili cook-off fund raiser. There is a $10 entry fee for those who wish to compete, and taste hits are $5 each. The 1st-Prize winner will receive a $50 gift card. To enter, contact Sandra, the church secretary, at 918-342-2799 or 918-639-9092 or mtzionclaremore.secretary@gmail.com no later than February 17.

    Inclement Weather

    As we face this winter season, we want to be sure that you are receiving information about last-minute changes to our service schedule. As such, we have implemented an emergency notification system wherein parishioners can receive text messages about service cancellations, as well as various other information. If you have not already given us your updated contact information – especially your cell phone number – be sure to do so as soon as possible (we promise not to spam your inbox!). Current information may be given to Ron Parker, our IT, PR, and social media coordinator.

    Volunteers Needed

    It’s not too late to volunteer for these openings (see list below). If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know (Shelby Mancell, Danny Haden, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Christina McMahan, Joyce Landrum, Barbara Bajon, or Rev. Nancy).

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer (Barbara Bajon)

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director (Kaitlyn Rodwell)

    Greeters

    -Starting about 20 minutes before services begin, stand near the church entrance to give bulletins to those who come in

    -Direct visitors to fill out the registry, and explain how our services flow to people new to the Episcopal Church

    Lenten Book Club

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a national-church-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16, and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13). If you wish to read along and/or participate, please sign up on the bulletin board at church or reply to this email no later than Sunday, March 2, so we know how many books to order for everyone.

    Lenten Dinner Worship

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this coming season will be in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Agape Dinner & Maundy Thursday Worship) – Grace UMC

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Patty/ Karen/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor James Coulter and Mt. Zion Baptist Church

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Saturday, February 22 – Mt. Zion Chili Challenge from 11am-1pm
    • Sunday, February 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 7th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, March 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Tuesday, March 4 – Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper @ 6:00 pm
    • Wednesday, March 5 – Ash Wednesday service @ 6:00 pm
    • Sunday, March 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday in Lent
    • Wednesday, March 12 – Grace UMC Mobile Food Pantry at St. Paul’s from 3-6 pm
    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Thursday, March 20 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at St. Paul’s
    • Sunday, March 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am
    • Thursday, March 27 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm @ Verdigris UMC

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 13 February 2025

    Hello, All!

    I hope this letter finds you safe and warm during this spell of wintry weather.

    Last Sunday (2/09), the fifth Sunday after Epiphany, the gospel lesson took us to the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and the calling of fishermen Simon Peter, James, and John. We discussed how Jesus calls us to keep casting our nets.

    This coming Sunday (2/16), the sixth Sunday after Epiphany, we will learn more about the blessings of trusting in the Lord. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am for Holy Eucharist as we discuss the beatitudes.

    Inclement Weather

    As we face this winter season, we want to be sure that you are receiving information about last-minute changes to our service schedule. As such, we have implemented an emergency notification system wherein parishioners can receive text messages about service cancellations, as well as various other information. If you have not already given us your updated contact information – especially your cell phone number – be sure to do so as soon as possible (we promise not to spam your inbox!). Current information may be given to Ron Parker, our IT, PR, and social media coordinator or email him admin@stpaulsclaremore.org

    Volunteers Needed

    We are excited to announce that some of the positions have been filled; but it’s not too late to volunteer for these remaining openings (see list below). If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know (Shelby Mancell, Danny Haden, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Christina McMahan, Joyce Landrum, Barbara Bajon, or Rev. Nancy).

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden (Danny Haden)

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer (Barbara Bajon)

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director (Kaitlyn Rodwell)

    Mt. Zion Chili Challenge

    Saturday, February 22, from 11 am – 1 pm, our friends at Mt. Zion Baptist Church (805 N Oseuma Ave, Claremore) are holding a chili cook-off fund raiser. There is a $10 entry fee for those who wish to compete, and taste hits are $5 each. The 1st-Prize winner will receive a $50 gift card. To enter, contact Sandra, the church secretary, at 918-342-2799 or 918-639-9092 or mtzionclaremore.secretary@gmail.com no later than February 17.

    Lenten Book Club

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a nation-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16, and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13). If you wish to read along and/or participate, please sign up on the bulletin board at church or reply to this email no later than Sunday, March 2, so we know how many books to order for everyone.

    Lenten Dinner Worship

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this coming season will be in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Maundy Thursday) – Grace UMC

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor James Coulter and Mt. Zion Baptist Church

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, February 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 6th Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Sunday, February 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 7th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, March 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Wednesday, March 5 – Ash Wednesday service @ 6:00 pm
    • Sunday, March 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday in Lent
    • Wednesday, March 12 – Grace UMC Mobile Food Pantry at St. Paul’s from 3-6 pm
    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting

    St. Paul’s Online

    Check us out! Like us! Share us! Follow us!

    Find us on Facebook at St Paul’s Episcopal Church | Facebook

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 6 February 2025

    Greetings, Friends!

    Last Sunday (2/02), the fourth Sunday after Epiphany and the Presentation of our Lord, our gospel lesson told the story of Mary and Joseph’s encounter with Simeon and Anna at the temple in Jerusalem. The two prophets were both moved to much rejoicing and proclamation upon meeting young Jesus, the long-awaited Messiah.

    This coming Sunday (2/09), the fifth Sunday after Epiphany we fast forward to the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and the calling of fishermen Simon Peter, James, and John. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am for Holy Eucharist as we discuss how Jesus also calls us to cast our nets.

    Mini-Concert this Sunday Morning

    Professional harpist and retired deacon, Linda Barton Paul, will be with us at St. Paul’s this coming Sunday morning. She will present a brief concert before the service beginning at 9:30 am, then play again for Offertory and Communion. This concert is free and open to the public though donations will be accepted to help cover the expenses of the musician.

    Annual Meeting Review

    Last Sunday (2/02), we held our annual pot luck luncheon and church-wide meeting. Among other things, we elected a new Junior Warden and two new Members at Large to the Bishop’s Committee. Be sure to congratulate our new members and thank them for their willingness to serve St. Paul’s.

    Senior Warden – Shelby Mancell

    Junior Warden (provisionally) – Danny Haden

    Secretary – Kaitlyn Rodwell

    Members at Large – Joyce Landrum and Christina McMahan

    Treasurer – Barbara Bajon

    In addition, Shelby Mancell was elected to serve as our Lay Delegate at Diocesan Convention this year, and Christina McMahan was elected as our Alternate Delegate.

    Finally, revisions were approved for the St. Paul’s by-laws. The Junior Warden’s position was modified and broken down into separate volunteer positions (see list below), and the size of the Bishop’s Committee was changed to accommodate the current size of our congregation.

    Here is a list of volunteer positions to be filled. If you would like to serve in any of these positions, please let someone on our Bishop’s Committee know.

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Lawn Care Supervisor

    -Services mower: change oil & filters, air tires, charge battery, fill gas tank & can

    -Mows and weed eats lawn

    -Picks up tree limbs and trash

    -Trims trees and hedges

    -Weeds and mulches flower beds

    -Maintains sprinkler systems

    -Removes snow & ice, applies ice melt

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director

    Lenten Book Club

    During Lent this year, we will be participating in a Church-wide book club. We will meet on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am for coffee (and food if you wish) and conversation about the book The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri. Our first discussion will take place Sunday, March 16 and will continue through Palm Sunday (April 13). If you wish to read along an/or participate, please sign up on the bulletin board at church or reply to this email so we know how many books to order for everyone.

    Lenten Dinner Worship

    Our weekly Lenten offerings to the community for this coming season will be in the form of Dinners and Worship on Thursday evenings at 6:00 pm. We are collaborating with the Claremore First Christian Church, Grace United Methodist Church, and Verdigris United Methodist Church. The first Lenten Dinner Worship will take place on Thursday, March 13, at Grace UMC. The rest of the services will be held at different church campuses. Here is the schedule:

    March 13 – Grace UMC

    March 20 – St. Paul’s 

    March 27 – Verdigris UMC

    April 3 – Claremore First Christian Church

    April 10 – Verdigris UMC

    April 17 (Maundy Thursday) – Grace UMC

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Dana/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, February 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 5th Sunday after the Epiphany; Mini-concert by Professional Harpist Linda Barton Paul @ 9:30 am
    • Sunday, February 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 6th Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Sunday, February 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 7th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, March 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Wednesday, March 5 – Ash Wednesday service @ 6:00 pm
    • Sunday, March 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday in Lent
    • Wednesday, March 12 – Grace UMC Mobile Food Pantry at St. Paul’s from 3-6 pm
    • Thursday, March 13 – Lenten Dinner Worship @ 6:00 pm at Grace UMC
    • Sunday, March 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday in Lent; Lenten book club @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 31 January 2025

    Greetings, One and All!

    Last Sunday (1/26), the third Sunday after the Epiphany, our gospel lesson was the story of Jesus reading from the scroll of Isaiah in the temple. “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,” he read, “because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” We discussed how this is now our mission; as followers of Christ, it is our privilege and responsibility to continue proclaiming the good news to everyone.

    This coming Sunday (2/02) we rewind the story and return to the time when, according to Jewish custom, the baby Jesus was presented at the temple. His appearance in Jerusalem sparked much rejoicing, praise, and promise. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am for Holy Eucharist as we discuss how the promise of Jesus continues through us.

    Annual Meeting THIS Sunday

    After Holy Eucharist this Sunday, February 2, we will share a pot luck luncheon before commencing business. This year, we will introduce our new Senior Warden, and we will vote on three openings on the Bishop’s Committee (see below). In addition, there are several new volunteer positions available – lots of exciting opportunities for our laity to get involved! 

    The following positions require nominations and votes for approval. Nominations/volunteers will be accepted now through Sunday, February 2, at the Annual Meeting. Voting will take place at the meeting. To nominate someone, or to volunteer for any of these positions, please notify anyone on the Bishop’s Committee (Rick Wilcox, Barbara Bajon, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Shelby Mancell, or Rev. Nancy) before February 2, or voice the nomination at the Annual Meeting. (Note: Nominees reserve the right to decline, so it is recommended that you speak to the individual before nominating them.)

    Junior Warden

    -Oversees Safety Officer, Maintenance Officer, Supplies Manager, and Lawn Care Supervisor

    -Serves as a control officer on bank accounts

    -Attends monthly Bishop’s Committee Meetings

    -Reports to Senior Warden and Vicar

    Members at Large (2 needed)

    -Attends monthly Bishop’s Committee Meetings

    -Serves in the capacity as leadership for the St. Paul’s community

    -Reports to Senior Warden and Vicar

    The following positions do not require nominations or votes, but do need to be filled:

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Lawn Care Supervisor

    -Services mower: change oil & filters, air tires, charge battery, fill gas tank & can

    -Mows and weed eats lawn

    -Picks up tree limbs and trash

    -Trims trees and hedges

    -Weeds and mulches flower beds

    -Maintains sprinkler systems

    -Removes snow & ice, applies ice melt

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Dana/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor Coulter and the Mt. Zion congregation/ and for the repose of Charles Ziriax and Alberta Hardy

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, February 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Presentation of Jesus in the Temple; Annual Meeting and pot luck luncheon
    • Sunday, February 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 5th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, February 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 6th Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
    • Sunday, February 23 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 7th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, March 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after the Epiphany

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 23 January 2025

    Hello, St. Paul’s Family and Friends!

    Last Sunday (1/19), the second Sunday after the Epiphany, we did a deep dive into what it means that God calls us each by name – indeed, gives us a new name: My Delight. Each and every one of us – without exception – is a source of gratification, extreme satisfaction, and great happiness to God…a precious treasure that is loved and honored! Now, more than anything, people need to hear this message.

    This coming Sunday (1/26), the third Sunday after the Epiphany, our gospel lesson is the story of Jesus reading from the scroll of Isaiah in the temple – the record of the first time he publicly proclaims his deity. Join us, and bring a friend, as we learn the relevance of this story for those of us living in this age and time.

    Annual Meeting

    Our annual meeting is just around the corner. After Holy Eucharist on Sunday, February 2, we will share a pot luck luncheon before commencing business. This year, we have a couple of openings on the Bishop’s Committee as well as several new positions which need to be filled. 

    The following positions require nominations and votes for approval. Nominations/volunteers will be accepted now through Sunday, February 2, at the Annual Meeting. Voting will take place at the meeting. To nominate someone, or to volunteer for any of these positions, please notify anyone on the Bishop’s Committee (Rick Wilcox, Barbara Bajon, Kaitlyn Rodwell, Shelby Mancell, or Rev. Nancy) before February 2, or voice the nomination at the Annual Meeting. (Note: Nominees reserve the right to decline, so it is recommended that you speak to the individual before nominating them.)

    Junior Warden

    -Oversees Safety Officer, Maintenance Officer, Supplies Manager, and Lawn Care Supervisor

    -Serves as a control officer on bank accounts

    -Attends monthly Bishop’s Committee Meetings

    -Reports to Senior Warden and Vicar

    Member at Large

    -Attends monthly Bishop’s Committee Meetings

    -Serves in the capacity as leadership for the St. Paul’s community

    -Reports to Senior Warden and Vicar

    The following positions do not require nominations or votes, but do need to be filled:

    Safety Officer

    -Maintains fire extinguishers

    -Maintains exit signs

    -Replaces light bulbs inside and outside the church building

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Maintenance Officer

    -Maintains building: paint, grout, stucco repair

    -Fencing repair

    -Schedules heat & air maintenance Spring and Fall

    -Schedules bug exterminator Spring and Fall

    -Maintains smoke detectors

    -Changes clocks Spring and Fall

    -Winds grandfather clock in Parish Hall weekly

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Lawn Care Supervisor

    -Services mower: change oil & filters, air tires, charge battery, fill gas tank & can

    -Mows and weed eats lawn

    -Picks up tree limbs and trash

    -Trims trees and hedges

    -Weeds and mulches flower beds

    -Maintains sprinkler systems

    -Removes snow & ice, applies ice melt

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Supplies Manager

    -Maintains cleaning supplies for janitorial service: paper goods, toilet paper, hand towels, Pinesol, Scrubbing Bubbles, Lysol toilet cleaner

    -Maintains kitchen supplies: paper towels, napkins, dishwasher, soap, coffee, filters, creamer, sugar, paper plates, cups, bowls

    -Reports to Junior Warden

    Offering Bearers

    -2 people per service

    -Collects offerings during services

    -Counts collections for that day after services

    -Reports to Treasurer

    Altar Guild

    -Maintains sacristy and supplies: Communion elements, instruments, and linens, and the cleaning and upkeep of these items

    -Sets up for Communion each week before the Eucharistic service

    -Cleans up the Communion elements after each Eucharistic service

    -Reports to Altar Guild Director

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all individuals living in fear due to new executive orders and mandates being imposed
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Gabriel/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ Jace/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Pastor Coulter and the Mt. Zion congregation/ and for the repose of Charles Ziriax and Alberta Hardy

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, January 26 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, February 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Presentation of Jesus in the Temple; Annual Meeting and pot luck luncheon
    • Sunday, February 9 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 5th Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, February 16 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 6th Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee Meeting

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 16 January 2025

    Greetings, Friends and Family!

    Last Sunday (1/12), the first Sunday after the Epiphany, our gospel lesson was the story of Jesus’ baptism as recorded in the book of Luke. We looked at the small and seemingly insignificant word also. “Jesus had also been baptized.” We discussed the ramifications of Jesus simply being one of a crowd of regular people lined up to be baptized; yet, when he was, the voice of God was heard declaring him God’s Son. Looking also at our other lessons (from Isaiah, Psalms, and Acts), we were reminded that God’s voice is incredibly powerful, and that same God also claims each of us as God’s own. God knows each of us by name and proclaims us honored, loved, and precious. Because of that, we have all been given the gift of love with which to bless others just as the apostles Peter and John blessed the believers in Samaria. Now, that’s worth sharing!

    This coming Sunday (1/19), the second Sunday after the Epiphany, we will be delving more deeply into what it means that God calls us each by name. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am for Holy Eucharist!

    Annual Meeting

    Our annual meeting is just around the corner. After Holy Eucharist on Sunday, February 2, we will share a pot luck luncheon before commencing business. This year, we have a couple of openings on the Bishop’s Committee as well as a few new positions which need to be filled, so be on the lookout for details about the details of those positions as well as how to nominate someone you think might be a good fit.

    Funeral for Charles Ziriax

    Please keep Pam Ziriax and all family and friends of Charles in your prayers. St. Paul’s will be hosting a viewing and a Celebration of Life service this Saturday, 18 January. The viewing begins at 11:30 am; the service will take place at 1:00 pm. After the service, there will be a brief graveside ceremony at the cemetery, after which they will return to the Parish Hall at St. Paul’s for refreshments. Friends of the Ziriax family are invited to use this post-service refreshment time to visit with the family.

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Tjode/ Rusti/ Joyce L/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Alberta Hardy/ Gabriel/ Michael/ and for the repose of Charles Ziriax

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org

    Save the Dates

    • Saturday, January 18 – Ziriax viewing @ 11:30; service for the Burial of the Dead @ 1:00 pm; refreshments to follow
    • Sunday, January 19 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee meeting
    • Sunday, January 26 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, February 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Presentation of Jesus in the Temple; Annual Meeting and pot luck luncheon

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  • St. Paul’s Newsletter – 9 January 2025

    Last Sunday (1/05) was a fantastic day of worship with our bishop! We celebrated the confirmation of Joyce Landrum and shared a marvelous pot luck lunch – kudos to all the chefs!

    This coming Sunday (1/12), the first Sunday after the Epiphany, we will hear about the blessing of belonging to God who calls each of us by name. Bring a friend and join us at 10:00 am for Holy Eucharist!

    Annual Meeting

    Our annual meeting is just around the corner. After Holy Eucharist on Sunday, February 2, we will share a pot luck luncheon before commencing business. This year, we have a few openings on the Bishop’s Committee, so be on the lookout for details about descriptions of those positions as well as how to nominate someone you think might be a good fit.

    Let Us Pray

    • That our parishioners will exemplify God’s peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
    • For all students and school personnel 
    • For Ukraine and Russia
    • For Israel and Palestine
    • For Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Tjode/ Rusti/ Joyce L/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ Rose Ridge/ Bertha Boyles/ Alberta Hardy/ Gabriel/ Michael/ and for the repose of Charles Ziriax

    If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org 

    Save the Dates

    • Sunday, January 12 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, January 19 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany; Bishop’s Committee meeting
    • Sunday, January 26 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany
    • Sunday, February 2 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; Presentation of Jesus in the Temple; Annual Meeting and pot luck luncheon

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