This Week at St. Paul’s
February 2nd, 2011
Vestry Candidate Forum
Please join us on Sunday, February 5 after the 8:45 and 10:45 a.m. services to meet the slate of Vestry candidates for 2012. Each candidate will answer one or two questions from the moderator and then address any questions that you may have. We have a talented group of parishioners who are willing to serve, so please come and hear what they have to say so that you are an informed voter on February 12. Thanks to all of our candidates for their interest in serving the parish.
Parish Annual Meeting
The Parish Annual Meeting will be on Sunday, February 12 at 9:30 a.m. in the back of the Parish Hall/Undercroft. The Annual Reports will be available on Sunday, February 5, 2011.
Vestry Elections
This year, we are electing four of the 12-member governing board of this parish. All adult parishioners will have a chance to vote for Vestry members beginning with the Saturday service on February 11 and concluding with the Annual Parish Meeting on Sunday, February 12. There is no provision for an absentee ballot.
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SUNDAY EVENTS
The Gospel and Harry Potter The Gospel and Harry Potter will not be meeting for three weeks because of the Vestry Nominee Forum, Annual Meeting and Election and the Newcomer Brunch. The Gospel and Harry Potter will resume on Sunday February 26 in the back of the Parish Hall at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Kris McInnes. He will continue to discuss the wonderful world of Harry Potter through the lens of the Christian gospel. Previous knowledge of the world of Harry Potter is helpful, but not necessary.
Souper Bowl of Caring On Sunday, February 5, we will again participate in this nationwide effort to alleviate hunger in our communities. The 7th grade Confirmation class will be collecting money to benefit a local food bank at every service. Please give generously.
Food Pantry Weekend February 4 and 5 are the dates to bring in your non-perishable food items for the food pantry. Soap and paper products as well as health aids (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, etc.) are also most welcome. Your offerings are always appreciated.
Name Tag Sunday Sunday, February 5, is the first Sunday of the month. On this day, please help us become the most welcoming congregation in the South Hills for all generations by wearing your name tags to church.
Refuge at St. Paul’s Refuge at St. Paul’s is canceled this Sunday, February 5 because of the Super Bowl game. Refuge at St. Paul’s will resume and continue with the Season of Clarity on Sunday, February 12 at 6:00 p.m. Come early for the prelude and stay late for a glass of wine. Refuge is a multi-sensory, contemplative, and creative worship service. It is not to be missed. Refuge is a truly unique and moving service. |
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NEXT SUNDAY EVENTS
Pajama Sunday Sunday, February 12 is Jammie Day! All kids are invited to come to church in their PAJAMAS! How silly! Bunny slippers are optional.
Blood Pressure Clinic The Blood Pressure Clinic will be held next Sunday, February 12. Freya Dickson-LaPrade will be available following the 8:45 and Mica Van Fossen will be available following the 10:45 service. Freya and Mica are registered nurses and members of St. Paul’s. This clinic provides parishioners with blood pressure issues an opportunity to have them checked on a regular basis.
Special Needs Ministry Luncheon The Special Needs Ministry group will be meeting on Sunday, February 12 following the 10:45 service for their monthly luncheon. For information on this group please contact Jessica McKinney at 412-851-1960 or mckinneyjd@yahoo.com. This group is open to anyone who is interested in issues related to those with Special Needs. |
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WORSHIP AND MUSIC
Scripture Readings
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
Isaiah 40:21-31, Psalm 147:1-12, 21c, 1Corinthians 9:16-23, Mark 1:29-39
Are you or your child on a Gluten Free Diet? St. Paul’s is accommodating those with this special dietary need by providing gluten free wafers. Please let one of the clergy know if you require these special wafers.
Refuge Volunteer Help
Refuge needs your help! There is a lot of time that goes into set-up and tear down of the Refuge service and we are looking for some more volunteers. We have a great core team of volunteers, but we need help. We have started setting up most Sundays immediately after the 10:45 service. If you are a 10:45 worshipper please consider signing up to help set up once or twice a month. It is about a 45 minute commitment each week. If you are interested, please contact the Rev. Kris McInnes (412.531.7153 or kris@stpaulspgh.org).
Music Notes Christ’s healing gifts are substance of this week’s and next week’s lessons, healing from disease, the pain and affliction of human sin. You may find this week’s music both soothing and effusive. The lovely Bach Air at the prelude and Mendelssohn’s aria from Elijah, O Rest in the Lord, represent the former. Quiet music lowers the blood pressure and put our spirits at rest. God speaks to us in the quiet. Music that is more stirring will be heard at the anthem, Charpentier’s Laudate Dominum, and our rousing Recessional hymn, O for as thousand tongues to sing! God also speaks to us from the fire of a burning bush! Director of Music and Arts
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FINANCE
Finance Committee Meeting All parishioners are invited to attend a meeting of the St. Paul’s Finance Committee on Wednesday, February 8 at 7 p.m. in the Conference Room to review the 2011 financial statements in advance of the Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 12. We will also review the 2012 Budget.
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WELCOMING
Newcomer Brunch If you are a Newcomer to St. Paul’s, you and your family are invited to a "hearty" breakfast in the Lounge on Sunday, February 19 between the 8:45 and 10:45 services. We’d love to get to know you better. Come and share something about yourselves with others. The clergy, church staff and Vestry members will give a short presentation about who we are as a church family and how you can become a part of the exciting ministries here at St. Paul’s. We’d be honored for you to be our Valentines that Sunday! RSVP to Millie Ryan, milliearyan@gmail.com or 412-657-4099 by February 15. |
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PASTORAL HEALTH CARE
Yoga Class
Yoga Class will be held on Wednesday, February 8 with parishioner Aimee Lamendola, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the back of the Parish Hall/Undercroft. Cost is $10 per class. Walk-ins are welcome. Any questions, please call Aimee at 412-496-5638.
Tai Chi for Health at St. Paul’s Tai Chi for Health at St. Paul’s, taught by Gurney Bolster, MA, DTR, Certified Instructor of the Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program. Enjoy this gentle flowing exercise known to improve balance, flexibility, and core strength, ease mental and physical stress, and prevent falls. Students are still being accepted for the Beginner Classes Winter Session which started on January 23 and runs to March 19, 2012. Classes are Monday from 6 – 7 p.m. or Thursday 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. The cost is $40 per 8 week session. For more information or to register, please contact Gurney Bolster (gurney.bolster@verizon.net, 412-480-4492). |
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Bible Study Wednesday Morning Bible Study will meet on Wednesday, February 8 at 9:30 a.m. We will continue studying the restorative prophecy of the Book of Isaiah (chapters 40-66). All are welcome. |
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CHILDREN & YOUTH
PYI Snow Tubing Trip All youth in the diocese are invited to come tubing with us at Wildwood Highlands (just outside of North Park) on Sunday, February 12 from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. The cost is $15.00 per person for a group of 15 or more. If there are fewer than 15 in our group, the cost is $17.95 per person. A snack bar is available. Please RSVP no later than February 5 to secure your reservation and please visit Wildwood Highlands’ website where you can find the required waiver to print and fill out. If you have any questions, please contact please contact Mr. Paul Barker.
For More Youth Event Info Contact Mr. Paul Barker at pbarker@stpaulspgh.org, 412-531-7153 or Facebook for more information about any of the above awesome Youth Happenings. |
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FELLOWSHIP
Daughters of the King We will be meeting on Thursday, February 2 at 7:00 p.m.in the Lounge. At this meeting we will be discussing Chapter 4 of the book Sanctuary of the Soul by Richard J. Foster. Any women of the parish who would like to join us are more than welcome.
Book Club The Book Club will meet on Friday, February 10 at 1:00 p.m. in the Lounge. This month’s book selection is Clara & Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland.
Canterbury Fair Workshop The Canterbury Fair Workshop is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, February 15 at 12:00 p.m. in the Conference Room. Please join us for crafting and fellowship. Knitting, crocheting and sewing projects will be available for those who prefer to work at their leisure. Any questions, please call Phyllis Savatt at 412-833-4106.
Pickwick Boys The Pickwick Boys’ monthly luncheon will be held at Max & Erma’s on Thursday, February 16 at 12:30 p.m. For more information or to RSVP, please contact your host, Mike Plaskett (412-761-7991). |
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OUTREACH
UTO Ingathering For the past 122 years, the Episcopal Church Women from around the world have offered prayers and monies to reach out to those less fortunate by participating in the United Thank Offering. There are two ingatherings each year. The Spring Ingathering will be Sunday, February 12, 2012. Please use the envelope that was enclosed in your February Messenger issue. Please make check payable to "St. Paul’s ECW" with the notation "UTO" on the memo line. You may place your offering in the offertory plate or mail it to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1066 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Susan Wilcox, UTO Chairman
Shepherd’s Heart/Severe Weather Emergency Shelter
The Outreach Commission is seeking cooks for the meals we prepare for Shepherd’s Heart and Severe Weather Emergency Shelter (SWES) in the coming months. Our Sunday dates for Shepherd’s Heart are as follows, and the menu will be announced a week ahead: February 19 and March 18. The on-call dates for SWES are: Wednesday, February 8; Wednesday, February 22. We prepare a meal ONLY if the SWES is to be open; we receive notice 24-72 hours in advance as to open/closed status. The menu for SWES is always the same: meatloaf and potato casserole. If you would be willing to prepare, cook and donate food for either or both of these missions, please let Pat Eagon Stafford know (pkeagon@gmail.com or 412.276.7721).
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HELP WANTED
Part-time Sexton Wanted Duties include cleaning church facilities, meeting set-ups, special events and substituting for other custodians. Must be physically capable for duties. Work hours are every Monday 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., every other Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and every Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Previous church experiences a plus. Background check required. Retirees are welcome to apply. Please send resume and letter of interest to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1066 Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon, PA 15228. |
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REMINDERS
Messenger Deadline The Messenger deadline is Wednesday, February 15. Please contact Lisa Brown (lcbrown@stpaulspgh.org, 412-531-7153, ext.15), if you have information for the March issue.
Saturday Evening Service Location The Saturday 6:00 p.m. service is now held in the Good Shepherd Chapel at St. Paul’s through Saturday, March 31, 2012.
Jewelry for Rummage Sale Jewelry is now being accepted for the Claudia Circle Rummage Sale. Ladies and Gentlemen, your unwanted jewelry is needed! Pieces requiring repair and cleaning are also welcome. Please place items in the designated basket in the church office. Any questions, please contact Claudette Gray at 412-531-0842.
Food Containers
Due to a large number of events being held at St. Paul’s, a request is being made to have the empty containers, which are currently on the counter in St. Paul’s kitchen from prior fellowship gatherings, to be picked up. Some items are tagged. If you brought something and forgot to take your container with you, please stop by the church kitchen and pick it up. Thank you for help with this request.
Operation Donut Operation Donut is seeking weekly sponsors.The sponsor donation is $40 and helps to defray the costs of donuts, cream cheese, bagels, etc. If you need more information or are willing to be a sponsor please contact Karen Viggiano at 412-563-3937 or viggiano5@verizon.net. The proceeds have been used to purchase new tables, chairs and mugs for use in the Parish Hall/Undercroft, and future projects will benefit. Thanks to all who have donated in the past. Your support is greatly appreciated. Please make checks payable to St. Paul’s and note "Operation Donut" in the memo line. |
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Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendars Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
Food Pantry Name Tag Sunday Souper Bowl of Caring 8:00 Service (Chapel) 8:45 Service (Church) 10:45 Service (Church) Sunday School Youth Forum Vestry Nominee Forum Snow Tubing RSVP Deadline Refuge Service Canceled Super Bowl Sunday, February 5, 2012 Money Counters Tai Chi for Beginners Jr. EYC Study Break Tai Chi Advanced Stephen Ministry Children & Youth Commission Meeting Severe Weather Emergency Shelter Associate Rector’s Bible Study Yoga Class Holy Eucharist Sr. EYC Study Break Finance Committee Meeting Tai Chi Advanced Tai Chi for Beginners Refuge Leadership Meeting Small Groups at St. Paul’s Purls of Wisdom Chancel Choir Book Club Bible Study Holy Eucharist
Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany |
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Remember St. Paul’s in your will. ++ Consider the Endowment Fund++ |
Volunteer Schedules for
February 4 & 5, 2012
10:45 a.m. Pat Eagon & Jim Stafford
8:45 a.m. The Lamendola Family
10:45 a.m. Team 2, Captain-Jackson Foster
Acolytes:
8:45 a.m. Team 2, Captain-Blake Woodyard
LEMs/Lectors:
**Saturday 6:00 p.m. LEM: Mica Van Fossen
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Jon Delano
8:45 a.m. Epistle: Jonathan Milton
POP: Jim Turocy
LEM: John Adams
10:45 a.m. Lector: Andy Muhl
Epistle: Mike Plaskett
POP: Mara Barker
LEM: Pat Eagon Stafford
LEM: Andy Muhl
6:00 p.m. Paul Barker
February 5: Keith Worme
Freddie Stauff
Home Delivered Meals:
**Saturday evening service: Chapel
Greeters:
8:45 a.m. Pat & Geoff Hurd
10:45 a.m. Phyllis & Bill Savatt
Ushers:
8:45 a.m. The Horrigan Family
10:45 a.m. Team 3, Captain-Tom Ryan
Acolytes:
8:45 a.m. Team 4, Captain-Zack Brown
10:45 a.m. Team 5, Captain-Matt Horrigan
LEMs/Lectors:
**Saturday 6:00 p.m. LEM: Nick Hays
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Joe Gray
8:45 a.m. Epistle: Michele Galati
POP: Nancy Fincke
LEM: Mark Vito
10:45 a.m. Lector: Richard Carr
Epistle: Frank Horrigan
POP: Richard Zavada
LEM: Mica Van Fossen
LEM: John Feuerstein
6:00 p.m. Betty Duckstein
Church Office Volunteer
February 12: John Adams
Altar Flower Delivery
February 12: The Kavalir Family
Susan Moran
Home Delivered Meals:
February 14: June & Ed Hanraty
**Saturday evening service: Chapel
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