Greetings, Everyone!
Last Sunday (8/17), we learned that, even amidst division, we can still thrive as ministers for Christ’s gospel, especially since we are “surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses” – the saints that have gone before us!
This Sunday (8/24), we will learn how to build an unshakable faith in God. Join us at 10:00am for Holy Eucharist, followed by coffee hour.
God Didn’t Make Us to Hate Us
Tuesday, September 16, at 7:00 pm, we will begin an 8-week discussion group on the topic of church hurt, utilizing the book God Didn’t Make Us to Hate Us by The Rev. Lizzie McManus-Dial. This will be a great way to learn how we can listen to and support our neighbors who have had painful experiences with the Church in the past, so we are all encouraged to attend. Books for this discussion group will be provided; but be sure to let Ron Parker, who will be leading the group, know that you wish to participate. The deadline for ordering books through Ron is August 31.
Classroom Needs
School is back in session, and as the only teacher in our congregation right now, Christina has been asked what needs we – her church family – can help to supply. Right now, the biggest need is for good quality No. 2 pencils, Post-it note pads, and Kleenex. The next time you’re doing a little shopping, you can pick up one or two of these items, then bring them to church to donate. Let’s support our “ambassador” to the students!
Let Us Pray
- For all students, faculty, and staff as they return to school – that this will be a great year
- That the 8-week book discussion on church hurt will prove successful and beneficial to all involved
- 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 Ukraine and Russia
- For Israel and Palestine
- For Temple Abel/ Lucas/ John/ Shelby/ Kaitlyn/ Patty/ Karen/ Lee/ Nathan/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Chris/ Rose/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Justin/ Robert/ Lenny/ John/ Cooper/ Josh/ Steven/ Connor/ 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, August 24 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 11th Sunday after Pentecost; Proper 16; PDC Meeting
- Sunday, August 31 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 12th Sunday after Pentecost; Proper 17
- Sunday, September 7 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 13th Sunday after Pentecost; Proper 18
- Sunday, September 14 – Holy Eucharist @ 10:00 am; 14th Sunday after Pentecost; Proper 19
- Tuesday, September 16 – Church Hurt Book Discussion @ 7:00 pm – Location TBD
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