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SUNDAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION
AND CELEBRATION
Sunday School Registration is this Sunday!
Summer has been fun, but now it’s time to get ready for a great new program year! All children and youth (and their parents) are invited and encouraged to register for Sunday School, this Sunday, any time from 8:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon. Say hello to many of the folks who make our Children’s Ministry so special and enjoy some special breakfast treats! All families are also encouraged to register onlinewww.stpaulspgh.org/children-youth/ so that you can participate in our new Sunday School online communication system. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Brown at lcbrown@stpaulspgh.org or 412-531-7153 ext.15.
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MESSAGE FROM THE JUNIOR WARDEN
Ladies Powder Room
The renovations to the Ladies Powder Room (across from the kitchen) continues. The wall tile has been fixed and glazed. Now the trim painting, new wallpaper and the replacement of the ceiling is in progress.
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SUNDAY EVENTS
Autism Ministry Exploration Meeting
A small group of folks from St. Paul’s are exploring opportunities in which we might be able to minister to families with children on the Autism spectrum. This Sunday, August 29 at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room, the Rev. Mabel Fanguy and Lisa Brown will hold a meeting to discuss possible programs or needs. Anyone who is interested in joining us would be more than welcome.
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WORSHIP AND MUSIC
The Scripture Readings for Sunday are:
Jeremiah 2:4-13, Psalm 81:1-16, Hebrews13:1-8,15-16, Luke 14:1, 7-14
Join Refuge at St. Paul’s at First Friday, Mt. Lebanon
This Friday, September 3, Refuge at St. Paul’s will be setting up a table, in front of Aldo’s Coffee, to promote our new Sunday evening service at the First Friday event. We will have some interactive elements as well as some promotional postcards and posters. If you are going to be at the event, stop by and grab some postcards to hand out or give to friends. Contact the Rev. Kris Opat (kris@stpaulspgh.org or 412-531-7153 ext. 35) if you would like to get involved with Refuge at St. Paul’s.
Saturday Evening Service
The Saturday evening service is held at St. Paul’s in St. Margaret’s Garden at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting, through Labor Day weekend. Otherwise the service will be held in the Chapel on the parking lot level. Please Note: Beginning Saturday, September 11 the 6:00 p.m. service will be held at Old St. Luke’s.
Music Notes
This Sunday at the 10:30 liturgy we welcome Taylor Thompson who will sing Schubert’s Ave Maria at the prelude. Taylor is a voice student of our Vocal Artist in Residence, Katy Williams. Taylor is also the granddaughter of parishioner, Chancel Choir member and Pittsburgh Symphony Associate Principal Clarinetist, Tommy Thompson. At the Communion, Katy will sing, Ich will auf den Herren schaun from J. S. Bach’s Cantata #93. Providing Continuo accompaniment will be Eleanor Lee, Cellist.
The Canterbury Choir returns under the direction of our new Music Assistant, Bryan Sable. This choir is open to all children of St. Paul’s, grades 1-6. Bryan will be hosting an informational meeting for all interested parents on Sunday, September 26 at 9:40 a.m. in the church, immediately following the 8:45 a.m. liturgy. During this meeting, we will establish when and where rehearsals will take place, as well as disseminate all important performance dates for the first few months of the Canterbury Choir Season. We will also be establishing roles for any parent volunteers (Vesting Parents, Helping Hands and most importantly COOKIE PROVIDERS!)
If you have any questions regarding Canterbury Choir, please feel free to contact Bryan at bsable@stpaulspgh.org. Also, if you plan on attending the first informational session please RSVP to the same email address, or come introduce yourself to Bryan on any Sunday morning through September.
In September we begin regular rehearsals for the Chancel Choir which sings at the 10:30 a.m. Eucharist, the Contemporary Music Ensemble which sings and plays at the 8:45 a.m. Eucharist, and the reinstated Canterbury Choir under the direction of our Bryan Sable. The Chancel Choir will begin Thursday evening rehearsals at 7:30 p.m., September 9 in the Choir room. All interested high school and and adults are invited to join us. The Contemporary Music ensemble practices every other Saturday morning in the church and we begin rehearsals Saturday, September 4 at 9:30 a.m.
Douglas P. Starr, D.M.A.
Director of Music and Arts
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PASTORAL CARE
Blood Pressure Clinic
Blood Pressure Clinic will be held on Sunday, September 12 in the Library. Following the 8:45 and 10:30 services. Mica Van Fossen, a registered nurse and member of St Paul’s will be available to check blood pressure levels. This clinic provides parishioners with blood pressure issues an opportunity to have them checked on a regular basis.
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CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Cotillion
Cotillion still has a few openings for 6th grade boys. Call Gailya Woodyard for more information at 412-996-9487.
Acolyte Training
We will be having our mandatory beginning of the year acolyte training session on Sunday, September 12 immediately following the 10:30a.m. service. Afterwards we will adjourn to the Parish Hall/Undercroft for some pizza and pop for lunch. Every youth in grades 6 through 12 is welcomed! Parents, we also have duties that you could help us with! Contact Steve at 412-531-7153 x18 or shill@stpaulspgh.org for more info.
EYC Kick-Off
We will be having the EYC Kick-off on Monday, September 13-Jr. EYC (6th-8th grade) from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.; Sr. EYC (9th-12th grade) from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Cookout dinner at 7:00 p.m.! This is a great time to get to know your fellow youth and just hang out, maybe even play some games. All you have to bring is yourself and a side dish/drink to share with everyone. This will be the kick-off to the best year of EYC yet! Parents, please let Steve know if you are interested in helping out at 412-531-7153 x18 or shill@stpaulspgh.org.
EYC Planning Committee
The monthly EYC Planning Meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 14 at 7:00 p.m. We will meet as a group in the Youth Room and decide what events we are going to do in October. Youth and parents are encouraged to come. Let your voice be heard, make your opinion known; this youth group is about what you, as a youth, want!
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WELCOMING
Personalized Name Tags
If you ordered a St. Paul’s name tag, you can pick it up in the Church Office. If you didn’t prepay, you can write a check made payable to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church for $6.50 or pay cash. If you have any questions please contact Jane Offutt at joffutt2@verizon.net.
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Refuge: Young Adult Group
Refuge (young adult fellowship) is for any adults in their 20’s or 30’s and are invited to join us for food, fun and fellowship. If you or someone you know may be interested in Refuge or have any questions please contact the Rev. Kris Opat atkris@stpaulspgh.org or 412-531-7153 ext. 35.
Canterbury Craft Class
The Canterbury Craft Class invites all to join us at noon in the Conference Room, even if you aren’t ‘crafty’, for fun and fellowship as we glue, sew and create. There will be a project for you and we would love your participation. For more information please call Phyllis Savatt at 412-833-4106.
Claudia Circle
On Thursday, September 2 members of Claudia Circle will meet in the lounge at l:00 p.m. for a light lunch, short business meeting and to work on a craft for the Canterbury Fair. Phyllis Savatt will provide all craft materials and is also open to new ideas for things to make. All women of the church are invited to come to our meeting. Members-remember to invite and bring a non-member.
Lydia Circle
Lydia Circle will meet on Thursday, September 2 at 10:00 a.m. in the Lounge. A social and organizational meeting will be held. All women are welcome to join us.
Canterbury Fair
Mary Sweeney (412-561-5933) and Doreen Worme (412-833-1537) are collecting Antiques and Collectibles, lovely old items that need a new home. Mary and Doreen are looking forward to receiving your donations. Attic Treasures is always fun. Call Jane Offutt (412-531-0807) to donate treasures that you no longer use.
Bridge Players Wanted
Do you like to play bridge? Would you enjoy a low-pressure, fun game with others from St. Paul’s once a month between October and May? Games are scheduled at the convenience of the players, so your schedule will not be a problem. If you have a partner, great! Even if you don’t, contact Arlene Dorow and perhaps we can find a partner for you. Consider joining the fun of Claudia Circle’s Bridge Marathon. You will be glad you did. Call or email Arlene Dorow at 412-279-7395 or booklady250@verizon.net.
Book Club
The Book Club will meet on Friday, September 10 at 1:00 p.m. in the Lounge. This month’s selection is Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. All are welcome to join us.
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Food Pantry Weekend
The Food Pantry Weekend is September 4 and 5. Please bring a contribution of non-perishable food items to the service you attend that weekend. Once again our contributions will go to the South Hills Food Pantry. Thank you for your generosity.
Food Pantry Help Needed
If you have a couple of free hours every 4-6 weeks, please consider helping at the food pantry. The pantry is in need of people to shelve, bag, and/or deliver groceries. Contact June Hanraty (412-833-2164) for details.
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Upcoming Events
Mark Your Calendars
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, August 29
Vestry Meeting
Monday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m., Conference Room
Intercessory Prayers
Wednesday, September 1 at 10:30 a.m., Chapel
Worship and Holy Eucharist
Wednesday,September 1 at 11:00 a.m., Chapel
Diocesan Public Meeting on Canons
Wednesday, September 1 at 7:00 p.m., Parish Hall/Undercroft
Stephen Ministry Meeting
Thursday, September 2 at 7:00 p.m., Lounge, Library
Publicity for Refuge at St. Paul’s
Friday, September 3 at 6:00 p.m., Aldo’s Coffee (Mt. Lebanon)
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, September 5
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REMINDERS
Labor Day
The Church Offices will be closed on Monday, September 6, in observance of Labor Day. The offices will reopen on Tuesday morning. The clergy and staff wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
Scheduling Church Calendar Events
If your group or organization is planning an event to be held at St. Paul’s please contact Dorothy Conway at dconway@stpaulspgh.org or 412-531-7153, ext.10. She will confirm the date, time and location for your event. If there is a conflict she will help you to resolve it. If you have any changes to an already scheduled event (date, time or location) please let Dorothy know. This helps to ensure that the most accurate information is made available for the weekly announcements, calendars and Messenger issues.
Bulletin/Email Reminder
The Bulletin/Email Announcement Deadline is Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. If you have information for the bulletin/email please contact Dorothy at 412-531-7153, ext. 10 or dconway@stpaulspgh.org.
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. Thanks to all who have donated in the past. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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Remember St. Paul’s in your will.
++ Consider the Endowment Fund++
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Volunteer Schedules for
August 28 & August 29, 2010
Greeters:
8:45 a.m. Beth and Barrie Athol
10:30 a.m. Freddie G. Stauff
Ushers:
8:45 a.m. The Sub Needed Family
10:30 a.m. Team 1, Captain-John Glod
Acolytes:
8:45 a.m. Team 4, Captain-Alex Anderson
10:30 a.m. Team 5, Captain-Taylor Sweeney
LEMs/Lectors:
**Saturday 6:00 p.m. Mary Lou Procacina
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Richard Zavada
8:45 a.m. Epistle: Mark Vito
POP: Mica Van Fossen
10:30 a.m. Lector: Jeff Dunbar
Epistle: Michele Baum
POP: Jon Delano
LEM: Mike Plaskett
LEM: Susan Wilcox
Church Office Volunteer:
August 29: Dennis Wilkins
Lay Eucharistic Visitor:
August 29 Andy Muhl
Home Delivered Meals:
August 31: June and Ed Hanraty
**Saturday evening service: St. Margaret’s Garden
weather permitting.
Volunteer Schedules for
September 4 & September 5, 2010
Greeters:
8:45 a.m. Pat and Geoff Hurd
10:30 a.m. Barb Holt and Pat McKeone
Ushers:
8:45 a.m.The Happe Family
10:30 a.m.Team 2, Captain-Jackson Foster
Acolytes:
8:45 a.m. Volunteers
10:30 a.m. Volunteers
LEMs/Lectors:
**Saturday 6:00 p.m. Tom Woodyard
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Carol Delfino
Sunday 8:45 a.m. Epistle: Mara Barker
POP: Mark Lamendola
Sunday 10:30a.m. Lector: Peter Balfe
Epistle: John Strong
POP: Karen Schneider
LEM: Ken Weidaw
LEM: John Sozansky
Church Office Volunteer:
September 5: Jim Stafford
Lay Eucharistic Visitor:
September 5: Ken Weidaw
Home Delivered Meals:
September 7: Jim Stafford and Al Plantz
**Saturday evening service: St. Margaret’s Garden,
weather permitting.
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April 17th, 2010
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