A House of Prayer for all People
In Isaiah 56:7, God says, “My house shall be a house of prayer for all people,” a statement echoed by Jesus in Matthew 21:13. Perhaps, in the wake of the recent elections, you are feeling celebratory. Or perhaps you are feeling confused, scared, and worried. Maybe you simply feel numb or indifferent. Whatever your state of mind, if you or someone you know could use a quiet, safe space for prayer and contemplation, St. Paul’s will be open from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm tonight (Thursday, 11/07) and tomorrow night (Friday, 11/08). All are invited to step in for a few moments of peace.
All Saints Memory Table
During our All Hallowtide celebrations this year, we have set up a memory table in the Fellowship Hall to remember and honor our family and friends who, although departed from this life, live on in our hearts and minds. Be sure to check out the wonderful pictures on display on the table, which will remain up until November 10th. (Those who have contributed pictures to the display are reminded to collect them after service this Sunday, 11/10.)
Special Offering for Medical Debt Relief
Over the next several weeks, we will be collecting special funds to contribute to medical debt relief for local families. Medical debt has become a crippling burden to many in our country, and we have the opportunity to offer some relief to those within Rogers county. If you wish to contribute to this special project, simply designate your offerings as “medical debt relief.”
To read more about this debt relief program, visit Undue Medical Debt — Donor-powered medical debt relief, liberating everyday people.
Regional Advent Lessons and Carols
Advent is just around the corner, and your Northeast Clericus is busily planning a regional service to commemorate the occasion. The service will take place at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Grove (555 E 3rd St., Grove, OK) on December 8 at 4:00 pm, with tea and cookies to be served at 3:30 pm.
If you wish to serve as a lector or to participate in a communal choir for the event, let Rev. Nancy know.
If you prefer to simply participate as a member of the congregation, come along and bring a friend! Everyone from across the entire Northeast region is invited to attend!
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
- That the sparks that the Holy Spirit has started over the past couple of months will continue to spread like wildfire within our congregation and throughout all of the Claremore community
- For the victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton and for the clean-up crews
- For all students and school personnel
- For Ukraine and Russia
- 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/ Carol Sue/ Erin/ Mike/ Don/ Pauline/ Mimi/ Doris/ Stephen/ Jim/ Tjode/ Traci/ Pam Carbin/ Rusti/ Joyce L/ Justin
If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to Clergy@stpaulsclaremore.org
Save the Dates
- Thursday, November 7 – St. Paul’s open for prayer and quiet reflection from 5-8 pm
- Friday, November 8 – St. Paul’s open for prayer and quiet reflection from 5-8 pm
- Sunday, November 10 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 25th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27); Christian Formation @ 9:00 am
- Sunday, November 17 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 26th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 28); Christian Formation @ 9:00 am; Bishop’s Committee Meeting
- Sunday, November 24 – Morning Prayer @ 10:00 am; Last Sunday after Pentecost (Christ the King); no Christian Formation class this day
- Sunday, December 1 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 1st Sunday of Advent; Christian Formation @ 9:00 am
- Sunday, December 8 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 2nd Sunday of Advent; Christian Formation @ 9:00 am; Regional Advent Lessons & Carols Service at St. Andrew’s Grove (555 E 3rd St., Grove, OK) @ 4:00 pm
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