Hello, Dear Friends!
I hope this letter finds you well, and that you have all recovered somewhat from our recent weather disasters. Here’s a look at what’s coming soon at St. Paul’s.
A Grain of Wheat, A Withered Hand, and Clay Jars
Last week (6/02), we heard what a grain of wheat, a withered hand, and clay jars have in common by reviewing some of the ways in which Jesus began to break through the rigid barriers of tradition to allow the will of God to be accomplished – that all should know the love of Christ. We were also reminded that we, though we be imperfect and fragile like jars of clay, carry this treasure of the Gospel of Christ’s love within us. Indeed, knowing our weaknesses, God still intentionally chose to grant us this gift. What an amazing privilege!
Please join us for worship this Sunday (6/09) at 9:30 a.m. We’ll hear more about the struggles Jesus faced in his life of ministry, and about who may obtain membership in the family of Christ.
Christian Formation
***Note: We will NOT have Sunday School this month.***
Later this summer, our focus in Christian formation 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. Stay tuned for more information about this exciting curriculum.
Visits with the Vicar
The “Visits with the Vicar” sign-up sheet has now been posted on the church bulletin board. If you are unable get to the church, feel free to contact me via email to set up a visit. I will gladly come to you at a location of your choosing – whether at a restaurant (my treat) or in your home. This is not a formal affair; we’ll keep it simple (i.e. coffee, tea, or my drink of choice: water). My goal is to visit with everyone by the end of the summer season!
Let Us Pray
- For those who sustained injuries and/or lost homes and loved ones in the recent tornados
- For those who continue to work to clean up their properties, and for the workers who are trying to get electrical services restored
- 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/ Patrick/ Zachary/ Donna/ Vernon/ Miranda & Brayden/ Corey/ Janie/ Rick/ Lillian/ Aaron Blum/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Troy
If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org
Save the Dates
- Sunday, June 9 – Third Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 5): Holy Eucharist at 9:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, June 12 – Claremore Area Ministerial Alliance at Noon
- Sunday, June 16 – Father’s Day; 4th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 6)
- Sunday, June 23 – Bishop’s Committee Meeting; 5th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 7)
- Sunday, June 30 – 6th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 8)