First Sunday of Advent
MISSION STATEMENT
The Church of the Holy Spirit (Episcopal) shares the love of Jesus through being a friendly community, participating in liturgically rich worship experiences, and by empowering individual ministries.
WORSHIP NEWS
We are now using the (RCL) Revised Common Lectionary. It updates our Book of Common Prayer Lectionary. We go through the entire Bible in 3 years of Sunday reading. We now are using the same Sunday readings as most of Christendom.
Morning Prayer: Every Wednesday morning for the duration, Deacon Diana is leading Morning Prayer at 9:15am. She is emphasizing the “Lesser Feasts and Fasts,” stories of our saints, their lives and their accomplishments. It is interesting to know about these people. Come join the lively Morning Prayer group and join us for refreshments afterwards.
WELCOME NEWCOMERS
You are welcome to join us at the communion rail when it is time to receive Holy Communion. Our ushers and any member are happy to assist if you have any questions during our worship. Jesus loves you! We are glad you are here.
To Help You: Sound enhancement ear phones and large print service books are available in the narthex. Ask an usher for assistance.
For The Sending Forth of Lay Eucharistic Visitors
DEACON: In the name of this congregation, I send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that (those to whom you go) may share with us in the communion of Christ’s body and blood.
CONGREGATION: We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup.
FELLOWSHIP
Ladies of the Parish: Don’t miss this year’s Holiday Luncheon! Saturday, December 8, 11:30, in the Undercroft. Bring yourself, friends, children (spouses if they are very brave) and a salad, dessert, or bread.
Daughters of the King: Our December meeting will be a lunch or dessert gathering after the musical program on December 9, we hope you’ll stay for the program and then assemble to go together afterward.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Layreaders: We need two volunteers to read for the 7pm service Christmas Eve. Please sign up on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Acolyte Get Together and Training: There will be an acolyte training and get together today, Sunday, December 2, after the 10:30 service. Anyone interested in acolyting, please attend. We are looking for any youth (3rd grade and above) and adults that would like to serve. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, contact Beth Byrne - 331-5187.
The Adult Christian Ed book discussion “Welcome to Sunday” will resume meeting January 6, because of Advent and all the activities going on. Also, if anyone has any of the books, and would like to turn them in until the class starts again, please drop them off in the office. We would like to get an idea how many people would like to do the class so that we can order more books as needed.
Wednesday Morning Bible Class: This week our study continues with the Book of Common Prayer. Anyone who would like to come is very welcome!
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND YOUTH
On Sunday, December 9, there will be a Children’s Boutique after the 10:30 service: in the library. Children will be able to purchase inexpensive gifts for their families for Christmas. Many Santa’s helpers will be available to help them. A table will be set up for them to wrap their purchases. Parents are allowed only for the very small children and only one parent per family. The older children just need money. All proceeds go to the kitchen fund.
On Sunday, December 16, after the 10:30 service pictures with Saint Nicholas will be taken in the library.
Christian Ed now needs; plastic lids. The ones that come on butter tubs (16 inch) or cream cheese. Large ones are okay. Come with your family to the Advent Workshop and see how we use them. Please place them in the shopping bag just outside the Christian Education Office. Thanks! Kristi
WEDNESDAY JOURNEYS
Mission Statement: St. Luke’s, St. Martha’s and Church of the Holy Spirit commit ourselves to a combined effort to better serve our youths, grades 6-12, in a safe, fun and challenging Wednesday night program that empowers their spiritual and personal growth. Pray for this wonderful program for our youth.
Notes: It is still not too late to sign up for Wednesday Journeys. If a child will be 13 in the next two years, they should be involved. If transportation is an issue please see Kristi Smith or Wendy Lee. We meet on Wednesday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. A meal is served at 6:30. We have almost 20 youth from three churches signed up now and would love to have 20 more. Sixth grade to seniors in high school are all welcome.
OFFICE
The Rev’d Father Michael Lemmons: By now you , the congregation who affirmed Mike Lemmons for Holy Orders, probably know he has died. He died last Sunday (Nov 25) in his own bed in their new home in IL. Many of you will remember Mike and Linda who were members of CHS from 1985 - 1992. Their last church, before Mike had to retire for medical reasons, was St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Pawtucket, RI. Burial services have not been sorted out at this time. Should you wish to write Linda her address is: 2S, 445 Santchez Drive, Warrenville, IL 60555. Please keep Linda and their three children (Chris, Julie and Peter) in your personal prayers.
Important Pastoral Notice:
If you have a pastoral need while we are in transition to a new Rector, call Deacon Diana. She has a list of priests available to us during this time. Her phone number is 293-7838.
OUTREACH
ERD Offers Way to Help People Displaced by California Wildfires: To help people affected by the fires in Southern California, please make a donation to ERDs “Emergency Relief Fund” online at www.er-d.org, or call 1-800-334-7626, ext. 5129. Gifts can be mailed to: Episcopal Relief and Development “Emergency Relief Fund” P.O. Box 7058, Merrifield, VA 22116-7058.
Christmas Habitat Families in Need - One Way of Sharing God’s Love
During Advent this year, one of the ways we will prepare for the birth of Christ is to provide Christmas presents for three Habitat homeowner families who are in need. The preschool/kindergarten classes have adopted one of the families; the other two are being adopted by the remainder of our church. Donations may be put in an envelope that is passed during the services. If a check is written, please be sure to note it is for Christmas Habitat families. If you have questions, please see Jan Sinram (291-8235).
Friday, November 30, 2007
Friday, November 9, 2007
Announcments for the week of November 11, 2007
Thanks to everyone who planned, helped with, and attended Fr. Scott’s farewell luncheon last Sunday. Fr. Scott would like to express his thanks and appreciation to all. It was a lovely celebration for his years of ministry among us.
Thanksgiving is almost here once again, and in keeping with our CHS tradition, we will have an Order of Worship for the evening on Wednesday, November 21, at 7:00 pm, to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. Please join us for the service and afterward for the pie celebration. Bring a pie of your choice to share with others, let’s get a head-start on Thanksgiving dessert.
The Christmas issue of the Flame is almost ready to deliver. Many people have not indicated whether they want a printed copy or will read it on their computer. A list is going around, which is important to us in knowing which way you wish to read the Flame. On the list, please check if you DO NOT want a print copy. You can then read the Flame (in living color) on our website: http://www.chsepiscopal.org. We really need your help in getting the paper to you as you wish to see it! If you don’t see the list in church, look for it on the clipboard table in the undercroft.
One more thing…the office will be closed on Monday (12th) in observance of Veterans Day. It will also be closed Thanksgiving Day (22) and the day after (23).
Have a great weekend!
God Bless
Twenty fourth Sunday of Pentecost
MISSION STATEMENT
The Church of the Holy Spirit (Episcopal) shares the love of Jesus through being a friendly community, participating in liturgically rich worship experiences, and by empowering individual ministries.
WORSHIP NEWS
We are now using the (RCL) Revised Common Lectionary. It updates our Book of Common Prayer Lectionary. We go through the entire Bible in 3 years of Sunday reading. We now are using the same Sunday readings as most of Christiandom.
WELCOME NEWCOMERS
You are welcome to join us at the communion rail when it is time to receive Holy Communion. Our ushers and any member are happy to assist if you have any questions during our worship. Jesus loves you! We are glad you are here.
To Help You: Sound enhancement ear phones and large print service books are available in the narthex. Ask an usher for assistance.
For The Sending Forth of Lay Eucharistic Visitors
DEACON: In the name of this congregation, I send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that (those to whom you go) may share with us in the communion of Christ’s body and blood.
CONGREGATION: We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup.
FELLOWSHIP
A Family Night with Fran McKendree: will take place Monday evening, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. This event is sponsored by Wednesday Journeys. Fran was a presenter at Annual Council 2006 in Omaha. Fran has spent the last 17 years of his life working under the aegis of the Episcopal Church, where he has continued to explore his calling doing concerts, as a music leader and conference coordinator. It is Fran’s desire to remain thankful for, and receptive to the movement of God in his life. He does this by communicating with others through his music. A biography of Fran can be found in the undercroft. Come join others for a wonderful evening of music and fellowship.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Adult Sunday School is meeting in the former pre-school room from 9:30 until 10:15 every Sunday morning. We are studying Christopher L Wilber’s book Welcome to Sunday. It’s a great review of our worship patterns, and the discussion is not to be missed! Y’all come.
Wednesday Morning Bible Class: This week our study continues with the Book of Common Prayer. Anyone who would like to come is very welcome!
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND YOUTH
Christian Ed now needs; plastic lids. The ones that come on butter tubs (16 inch) or cream cheese. Large ones are okay. Come with your family to the Advent Workshop and see how we use them. Please place them in the shopping bag just outside the Christian Education Office. Thanks! Kristi
“Wednesday Journeys Mission Statement”
The following is the mission statement for our Wednesday Journeys: St. Luke’s, St. Martha’s and Church of the Holy Spirit commit ourselves to a combined effort to better serve our youths, grades 6-12, in a safe, fun and challenging Wednesday night program that empowers their spiritual and personal growth. Pray for this wonderful program for our youth.
WEDNESDAY JOURNEYS NOTES
It is still not too late to sign up for Wednesday Journeys. If a child will be 13 in the next two years, they should be involved. If transportation is an issue please see Kristi Smith or Wendy Lee. We meet on Wednesday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. A meal is served at 6:30. We have almost 20 youth from three churches signed up now and would love to have 20 more. Sixth grade to seniors in high school are all welcome.
OFFICE
Important Pastoral Notice:
If you have a pastoral need while we are in transition to a new Rector, call Deacon Diana. She has a list of priests available to us during this time. Her phone number is 293-7838.
Low Impact Exercise Class is now on Wednesdays at 2:00 pm. You will learn proper posture while improving balance, flexibility, coordination and muscle strengthening. We will use light hand weights with Tai Chi exercises. For more information about the class read the flyer in the undercroft.
OUTREACH
Bellevue Food Pantry: Please remember to bring your non-perishable food items and/or volunteer to help at the Bellevue Food Pantry. If you have questions, see Jan Sinram or call her at (291-8235).
ERD Offers Way to Help People Displaced by California Wildfires
Episcopal Relief and Development is working with the Diocese of San Diego to assist with sheltering and provide psycho social support for those whose lives are challenged by the trauma and displacement from the fires in Southern California. While many people have been able to seek temporary refuge with family and friends, the region’s more vulnerable and marginalized populations - the homeless, low income and elderly - are in need of immediate assistance, including food, water, and blankets. Several congregations have already opened their doors to offer shelter. Funds are needed for operations and to provide psycho social support. Once the fires are contained, these same populations will require assistance in rebuilding their lives and finding new homes. To help people affected by the fires in Southern California, please make a donation to ERDs “Emergency Relief Fund” online at www.er-d.org, or call 1-800-334-7626, ext. 5129. Gifts can be mailed to: Episcopal Relief and Development “Emergency Relief Fund” P.O. Box 7058, Merrifield, VA 22116-7058.
Thanksgiving is almost here once again, and in keeping with our CHS tradition, we will have an Order of Worship for the evening on Wednesday, November 21, at 7:00 pm, to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. Please join us for the service and afterward for the pie celebration. Bring a pie of your choice to share with others, let’s get a head-start on Thanksgiving dessert.
The Christmas issue of the Flame is almost ready to deliver. Many people have not indicated whether they want a printed copy or will read it on their computer. A list is going around, which is important to us in knowing which way you wish to read the Flame. On the list, please check if you DO NOT want a print copy. You can then read the Flame (in living color) on our website: http://www.chsepiscopal.org. We really need your help in getting the paper to you as you wish to see it! If you don’t see the list in church, look for it on the clipboard table in the undercroft.
One more thing…the office will be closed on Monday (12th) in observance of Veterans Day. It will also be closed Thanksgiving Day (22) and the day after (23).
Have a great weekend!
God Bless
Twenty fourth Sunday of Pentecost
MISSION STATEMENT
The Church of the Holy Spirit (Episcopal) shares the love of Jesus through being a friendly community, participating in liturgically rich worship experiences, and by empowering individual ministries.
WORSHIP NEWS
We are now using the (RCL) Revised Common Lectionary. It updates our Book of Common Prayer Lectionary. We go through the entire Bible in 3 years of Sunday reading. We now are using the same Sunday readings as most of Christiandom.
WELCOME NEWCOMERS
You are welcome to join us at the communion rail when it is time to receive Holy Communion. Our ushers and any member are happy to assist if you have any questions during our worship. Jesus loves you! We are glad you are here.
To Help You: Sound enhancement ear phones and large print service books are available in the narthex. Ask an usher for assistance.
For The Sending Forth of Lay Eucharistic Visitors
DEACON: In the name of this congregation, I send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that (those to whom you go) may share with us in the communion of Christ’s body and blood.
CONGREGATION: We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup.
FELLOWSHIP
A Family Night with Fran McKendree: will take place Monday evening, Nov. 19, at 6:30 p.m. This event is sponsored by Wednesday Journeys. Fran was a presenter at Annual Council 2006 in Omaha. Fran has spent the last 17 years of his life working under the aegis of the Episcopal Church, where he has continued to explore his calling doing concerts, as a music leader and conference coordinator. It is Fran’s desire to remain thankful for, and receptive to the movement of God in his life. He does this by communicating with others through his music. A biography of Fran can be found in the undercroft. Come join others for a wonderful evening of music and fellowship.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Adult Sunday School is meeting in the former pre-school room from 9:30 until 10:15 every Sunday morning. We are studying Christopher L Wilber’s book Welcome to Sunday. It’s a great review of our worship patterns, and the discussion is not to be missed! Y’all come.
Wednesday Morning Bible Class: This week our study continues with the Book of Common Prayer. Anyone who would like to come is very welcome!
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION AND YOUTH
Christian Ed now needs; plastic lids. The ones that come on butter tubs (16 inch) or cream cheese. Large ones are okay. Come with your family to the Advent Workshop and see how we use them. Please place them in the shopping bag just outside the Christian Education Office. Thanks! Kristi
“Wednesday Journeys Mission Statement”
The following is the mission statement for our Wednesday Journeys: St. Luke’s, St. Martha’s and Church of the Holy Spirit commit ourselves to a combined effort to better serve our youths, grades 6-12, in a safe, fun and challenging Wednesday night program that empowers their spiritual and personal growth. Pray for this wonderful program for our youth.
WEDNESDAY JOURNEYS NOTES
It is still not too late to sign up for Wednesday Journeys. If a child will be 13 in the next two years, they should be involved. If transportation is an issue please see Kristi Smith or Wendy Lee. We meet on Wednesday night from 6:30 - 8:30pm. A meal is served at 6:30. We have almost 20 youth from three churches signed up now and would love to have 20 more. Sixth grade to seniors in high school are all welcome.
OFFICE
Important Pastoral Notice:
If you have a pastoral need while we are in transition to a new Rector, call Deacon Diana. She has a list of priests available to us during this time. Her phone number is 293-7838.
Low Impact Exercise Class is now on Wednesdays at 2:00 pm. You will learn proper posture while improving balance, flexibility, coordination and muscle strengthening. We will use light hand weights with Tai Chi exercises. For more information about the class read the flyer in the undercroft.
OUTREACH
Bellevue Food Pantry: Please remember to bring your non-perishable food items and/or volunteer to help at the Bellevue Food Pantry. If you have questions, see Jan Sinram or call her at (291-8235).
ERD Offers Way to Help People Displaced by California Wildfires
Episcopal Relief and Development is working with the Diocese of San Diego to assist with sheltering and provide psycho social support for those whose lives are challenged by the trauma and displacement from the fires in Southern California. While many people have been able to seek temporary refuge with family and friends, the region’s more vulnerable and marginalized populations - the homeless, low income and elderly - are in need of immediate assistance, including food, water, and blankets. Several congregations have already opened their doors to offer shelter. Funds are needed for operations and to provide psycho social support. Once the fires are contained, these same populations will require assistance in rebuilding their lives and finding new homes. To help people affected by the fires in Southern California, please make a donation to ERDs “Emergency Relief Fund” online at www.er-d.org, or call 1-800-334-7626, ext. 5129. Gifts can be mailed to: Episcopal Relief and Development “Emergency Relief Fund” P.O. Box 7058, Merrifield, VA 22116-7058.
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