Month: August 2024

Hello, friends of St. Paul’s! Blessings and peace to you all.

“Be doers of the word, and not merely hearers.” ~ James 1:22

Last week (8/25), we heard some of the results of abiding in Christ, including the fact that choosing to abide in Christ nurtures spiritual fruitfulness. This Sunday (9/01), join us at 9:30 am as we celebrate Holy Eucharist and learn about what it means to be a doer of the word – something directly related to being spiritually fruitful.

Christian Formation

Last Sunday (8/25), we began to discover some clues that might help us to identify our spiritual gifts by taking note of the characteristics we admire in others. This week (9/01) at 8:30 am, our journey to discover our spiritual gifts continues. During this course of study, we’ll find out what the gifts are, how you can discover which of these gifts you have, and how you can put them to practical use. You are invited to join us on this exciting journey.

Confirmations

We are excited to announce that Cindy Peters, Danny Haden, and Ron Parker will be confirmed on Sunday, September 22 @ 11:00 am. The bishop will be at Trinity Tulsa on that day, and Father Lee and Mother Cheryl have graciously agreed to have us all join them during their 11:00 service. Come celebrate with us on this joyous occasion (501 S. Cincinnati Ave., downtown Tulsa – parking lot & entrance on south side of church)! Ride sharing is encouraged. ***No classes or services will be provided at St. Paul’s on this day.***

New Service Times to Begin October 6

Beginning the first Sunday of October (10/06), our new times will be as follows:

Christian Formation (aka Sunday School) @ 9:00 am

Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am 

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 the victims of the war in Ukraine
• For Israel and Palestine
• For Ani/ Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Carol W/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Tjode/ Tony

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

Save the Dates

• Sunday, September 1 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 15th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 17); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 8 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 16th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 15 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 17th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
• Sunday, September 22 – Confirmations of Cindy Peters, Danny Haden, and Ron Parker at Trinity Tulsa @11:00 am; ***No services at St. Paul’s***
• Sunday, September 29 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am with guest speaker, Rev. James Coulter from Mt. Zion Baptist Church; 19th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, October 6 – Service time change: Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 20th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 22); Christian Formation @ 9:00 am

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Greetings, dear friends! I hope this letter finds you enjoying this cooler weather as summer winds down in Oklahoma.

Jesus said, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.”

Those who partake of this living bread, Jesus continues, abide in Jesus and he in them. Last week (8/18), we heard about what it means to abide in Christ. This Sunday (8/25), join us at 9:30 am as we celebrate Holy Eucharist and learn about the results of abiding in Christ.

Christian Formation: Spiritual Gifts

Last Sunday (8/18), we discussed the importance of knowing what your spiritual gifts are. This week (8/25) at 8:30 am, our journey to discover our spiritual gifts continues. As this course continues, we’ll find out what the gifts are, how you can discover which of these gifts you have, and how you can put them to practical use. You are invited to join us on this exciting journey.

Big Tent Day at RSU

RSU’s Big Tent Day took place on Wednesday, August 21. This was a fun event, and a great opportunity for our congregation to meet and reach out to RSU students and personnel. Several St. Paul’s folks were able to work our table, and the event itself was a huge success – even larger than last year, with over 100 organizations participating. We were able to give away all kinds of fun freebies, as well as to share information about what St. Paul’s has to offer our local college community – including “families away from home” for our international and out-of-state friends. We look forward to more opportunities to serve this collegiate community.

Confirmations

We are excited to announce that Cindy Peters, Danny Haden, and Ron Parker will be confirmed on Sunday, September 22 @ 11:00 am. The bishop will be at Trinity Tulsa on that day, and Father Lee and Mother Cheryl have graciously agreed to have us all join them during their 11:00 service. Come celebrate with us on this joyous occasion!

New Service Times to Begin October 6

The results of the time change poll are in, and the overwhelming majority of you indicated that you prefer Sunday School to begin at 9:00 am and Holy Eucharist at 10:00 am. As a result, we will be implementing this time change beginning the first Sunday of October (10/06). Until then, we’ll continue to meet at 8:30 am and 9:30 am, respectively.

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 the continued success of our efforts at RSU’s Big Tent Day
• For all students and school personnel as they return to school
• For the victims of the war in Ukraine
• For Israel and Palestine
• For Ani/ Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Carol W/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Tjode/ Tony

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

Save the Dates

• Sunday, August 25 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 14^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 16); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 1 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 15^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 17); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 8 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 16^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 15 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 17^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, September 22 – Confirmations of Cindy Peters, Danny Haden, and Ron Parker at Trinity Tulsa @11:00 am; 18^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20)
• Sunday, September 29 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am with guest speaker, Rev. James Coulter from Mt. Zion Baptist Church; 19^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am
• Sunday, October 6 – Service time change: Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 20^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 22); Christian Formation @ 9:00 am

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Greetings, One and All!

Jesus said, “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.”

Those who partake of this living bread, Jesus continues, abide in Jesus and he in them. This Sunday (8/18), join us at 9:30 am as we celebrate Holy Eucharist and learn more about what it means to abide in Christ.

Back to School Blessing

This Sunday morning, all students, teachers, and school personnel are invited to come forward after announcements for our annual prayer of blessing. This is a time when we pray especially for you as you enter a new year of learning. 

Christian Formation: Spiritual Gifts 

Beginning this Sunday (8/18) at 8:30 am, our focus in Sunday School will be on Spiritual Gifts. We’ll find out what they are, how you can discover which of these gifts you have, and how you can put them to practical use. You are invited to join us on this exciting journey.

Time Change Poll

We are considering a new time for Christian Formation and Holy Eucharist and we would like your input. If you have not had the opportunity to cast your vote already, surveys will be available this coming Sunday on the table at the back of the nave. If you are unable to vote in person, send an email to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org no later than Friday, August 16. Here are the questions; when you reply, simply indicate the number and your answer (no need to rewrite the question).

1. Are you interested in participating in Christian Formation (a.k.a. Sunday School)? Answer: Yes/No
2. If so, what time would you like these formation classes to begin? Answer: Keep it the same – at 8:30 am; Change to 9:00 am; Change to 9:15 am; Change to 9:30 am; Other (please indicate)
3. What time would you prefer Sunday morning Holy Eucharist to begin Answer: Keep it the same – at 9:30 am; Change to 10:00 am; Change to 10:15 am; Change to 10:30 am; Other (please indicate)

Big Tent Day at RSU

It’s that time of year again. RSU’s Big Tent Day will take place on Wednesday, August 21, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is a fun event, and a great opportunity for our congregation to meet and reach out to RSU students and personnel. If you are interested in helping out at this event – even if you are only available for a short shift – please notify Shelby Mancell, Kaitlyn Rodwell, or Ron Parker.

Let Us Pray

• For the safety of our parishioners as they travel throughout the last of this summer season
• 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 the success of Big Tent Day at RSU
• For all students and school personnel as they return to school
• For the victims of the war in Ukraine
• For Israel and Palestine, and for the victims of the war in Gaza, and the hostages held by Hamas
• For Ani/ Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Carol W/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Troy/ Tjode/ Tony

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

Save the Dates

• Sunday, August 18 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 13th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 15); Back to School Blessings; Christian Formation resumes @ 8:30 am; 3rd Sunday discretionary offering; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
• Wednesday, August 21 – RSU Big Tent Day from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (volunteers needed to work shifts at the St. Paul’s table)
• Sunday, August 25 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 14th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 16); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am

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Blessings and peace to you, dear ones!

Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.”

Last week (8/04), the Gospel lesson reminded us that, in addition to taking care of our physical needs, God also makes provision for our spiritual needs. This Sunday (8/11), join us at 9:30 am for the celebration of Morning Prayer led by Tom Keenze and Ron Parker.

Christian Formation: Spiritual Gifts 

***Note: We will NOT have Sunday School this week (8/11).***

Beginning August 18, our focus in Sunday School will be on Spiritual Gifts. We’ll find out what they are, how you can discover which of these gifts you have, and how you can put them to practical use. 

Time Change Poll

We are considering a new time for Christian Formation and Holy Eucharist and we would like your input. If you have not had the opportunity to cast your vote already, surveys will be available this coming Sunday on the table at the back of the nave. If you are unable to vote in person, please send an email to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org  no later than Friday, August 16. Here are the questions; when you reply, simply indicate the number and your answer (no need to rewrite the question).

1. Are you interested in participating in Christian Formation (a.k.a. Sunday School)? Answer: Yes/No
2. If so, what time would you like these formation classes to begin? Answer: Keep it the same – at 8:30 am; Change to 9:00 am; Change to 9:15 am; Change to 9:30 am; Other (please indicate)
3. What time would you prefer Sunday morning Holy Eucharist to begin Answer: Keep it the same – at 9:30 am; Change to 10:00 am; Change to 10:15 am; Change to 10:30 am; Other (please indicate)

Big Tent Day at RSU

It’s that time of year again. RSU’s Big Tent Day will take place on Wednesday, August 21, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is a fun event, and a great opportunity for our congregation to meet and reach out to RSU students and personnel. If you are interested in helping out at this event – even if you are only available for a short shift – please notify Shelby Mancell, Kaitlyn Rodwell, or Ron Parker.

Let Us Pray

• For the safety of our parishioners as they travel throughout the last of this summer season
• 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 the success of Big Tent Day at RSU
• For all students and school personnel as they return to school
• For the victims of the war in Ukraine
• For Israel and Palestine, and for the victims of the war in Gaza, and the hostages held by Hamas
• For Ani/ Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Carol W/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Troy/ Tjode/ Tony

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

Save the Dates

• Sunday, August 11 – Morning Prayer @ 9:30 am; 12^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 14)
• Sunday, August 18 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 13^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 15); Christian Formation resumes @ 8:30 am; 3^rd Sunday discretionary offering; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
• Wednesday, August 21 – RSU Big Tent Day from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (volunteers needed to work shifts at the St. Paul’s table)
• Sunday, August 25 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 14^th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 16); Christian Formation @ 8:30 am

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Peace to you, my friends!

Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.”

Last week (7/28), we looked at a couple of instances in scripture when people were frightened or anxious; but were reminded that God is always present, taking care of our needs, and reassuring us of his love and provision. The Gospel lesson for this Sunday (8/04) reminds us that in addition to taking care of our physical needs, God also makes provision for our spiritual needs. Join us at 9:30 am for the celebration of Holy Eucharist.

Christian Formation Spiritual Gifts Class Postponed

***Note: We will NOT have Sunday School the first two weeks of August.***

The resuming of our Sunday morning formation classes has been postponed by a couple of weeks; but beginning August 18, our focus in Sunday School will be on Spiritual Gifts. We’ll find out what they are, how you can discover which of these gifts you have, and how you can put them to practical use. 

Big Tent Day at RSU

It’s that time of year again. RSU’s Big Tent Day will take place on Wednesday, August 21, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is a fun event, and a great opportunity for our congregation to meet and reach out to RSU students and personnel. If you are interested in helping out at this event – even if you are only available for a short shift – please notify Shelby Mancell, Kaitlyn Rodwell, or Ron Parker.

Let Us Pray

• For the safety of our parishioners as they travel throughout the summer season
• 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 the success of Big Tent Day at RSU
• For the victims of the war in Ukraine
• For Israel and Palestine, and for the victims of the war in Gaza, and the hostages held by Hamas
• For Ani/ Chris/ Mike/ Brian/ Mark H/ Carol W/ Ron H/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Troy/ Tjode

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

Save the Dates

• Sunday, August 4 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 11th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 13)
• Sunday, August 11 – Morning Prayer @ 9:30 am; 12th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 14)
• Sunday, August 18 – Holy Eucharist @ 9:30 am; 13th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 15); Christian Formation resumes @ 8:30 am; 3rd Sunday discretionary offering; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
• Wednesday, August 21 – RSU Big Tent Day from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm (volunteers needed to work shifts at the St. Paul’s table)