March with St. Bart's in
Poway Days Parade
Saturday, September 8, 8-11 a.m.
St. Bart’s will be helping to staff the Poway Days Parade this year as well as marching in the parade. Join Fr. Mark and help us to help our local community celebrate the city of Poway, while showing our neighborhood a church where all are welcome – no exceptions! Sign up in the courtyard or contact
Polly Getz
, 858-663-5830, for more information. Sponsored by St. Bart’s Invite Team.
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Sunday School Open House
Sunday, September 9, after 10:15 a.m. service
Sunday School is for children age 2 through 5th grade. Please come meet your teacher and classmates. Get a peek at what you will be learning. And enjoy ice cream sandwiches! Sunday School resumes September 16.
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Newcomer Coffee
Sunday, September 9, following 10:15 a.m. service
New to St. Bart's (or perhaps have been here for a while but still feel new)? Join us for a casual meet the clergy coffee. We'll get to know one another, learn a little about St. Bart's and answer any questions you might have. Join us! RSVP to
Beth Dean
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Join a Small Group Bible Study!
Small group Bible studies are a great way to become more familiar with scripture, meet new friends, and discover how God's story is alive within your own life story in new and life-giving ways.All are welcome regardless of Bible knowledge or past experience! Groups begin meeting the week of September 17.
Sign up in the courtyard after services.
Wednesdays, beginning September 19, 6-7:30 p.m. (Women's Bible study)
Fridays, beginning September 21, 7:45-9 a.m., Church Office (Men's Bible study)
The Friday morning men's group will look at Paul's letters to the Romans. Contact
Sam Cavaliere
or
Blair Matsumoto
to sign up or with questions.
Sundays, beginning September 23, 6-7:30 p.m., Church Office
Saturdays, beginning September 29, 7:30-9 a.m.
The Saturday morning Bible study will
look at Paul's letters to the Romans.
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Get involved in your
faith community
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Film & Discussion: American Denial
Tuesday, September 11, 6-8:30 p.m., North Parish Hall
“The truth is deeper than black and white.”
In 1944 Nobel Laureate Gunnar Myrdal asked: How could America’s belief in liberty and equality also enable Jim Crow segregation?
American Denial
uses Myrdal’s inquiry to probe the power of unconscious biases today in what some have called post-racial America.
Light refreshments served. Invite your friends to be part of the conversation. Sponsored by St. Bart’s Peace & Social Justice Ministry.
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Come Learn About Cursillo
Sunday, September 16, 11:45 a.m., Room 3AB
The Episcopal Cursillo Ministry is a Christian faith renewal movement that begins with a 3-day weekend experience, which then leads to ongoing support and encouragement in a small group faith community where we build friendship, validation, encouragement and are challenged to live every day for Christ through piety, study and action.
Learn more at a Cursillo Inquiry Coffee Hour on Sunday, September 16. Come find out about the October weekend!
Parish Reps:
Jill Henderson
, 760-807-8445, or
Don Spencer.
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Qigong is Back!
Wednesday, September 26-November, 6:30-8 p.m.
Registration is open for the fall Qigong exercise class sponsored by St. Bart's Health & Wellness Ministry. You will learn and practice a self-healing art that combines gently flowing movements, relaxed breathing, meditation, and self-massage. Cost is $30 for the 8-week class. Register with
Rosalind Duddy
, 858-485-1770.
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Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 6, 5 p.m. service
Sunday, October 7, 10:15 a.m. service
In celebration of St. Francis of Assisi and his love for all creatures, St. Bart's will celebrate Blessing of the Animals worship services. Bring your beloved pets (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, fish, etc.-all are welcome) and join in this joyous worship and blessing. Remember that animals must be properly restrained at all times (cage, leash, etc.).
The Sunday 8 a.m. service is animal-free.
Remembering Our Beloved 4-legged Friends
If you have lost a pet, we invite you to bring a picture or other memento to place on the altar as we give thanks for the blessing that God's creatures have been in our lives.
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Join Us for Midweek Prayer Service
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.
On Wednesdays join our St. Bart’s community in midweek prayer. Halfway through the stress and busyness of your week, come seek out a moment of peace to connect with God. We gather in the sanctuary and listen for God’s spirit. We will take time to intentionally pray through our parish prayer request list and for each student and teacher in our preschool.
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Grief & Loss Group
Thursdays, 9-10 a.m., Education Building
Dr. Bob Fox, clinical psychologist and experienced grief group leader, facilitates the group for those experiencing loss of a job, loved one, or heath due to chronic illness.
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Explore your faith
at St. Bart's
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St. Bart's Forum offers interesting and timely topics, guest speakers and a chance to explore the corners of our faith and the issues of the day. Join us for an always stimulating conversation. ALL WELCOME!
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What is Hell?
Sundays, September 9, 16, 23, 9 a.m., North Parish Hall
Have you ever wondered whether hell exists? Could a loving God really send me to burn in hell? Or, is God’s grace and mercy so thorough that we all will be with Him in heaven? What do the Old and New Testaments say about hell? What do other religions say about the afterlife? Join the Rev. Bill Zettinger and Bob Capettini as we explore these and related questions.
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Come save a life!
QPR: Suicide Prevention Training
Sunday, September 30, 9 a.m. South Parish Hall
Many of us have been affected by suicide. There’s something you can do! Join Kat Katsamis-Semel, MA, from Mental Health America of San Diego County as she leads us through Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention. Anyone can learn these three simple steps to help save a life. Ask a question, safe a life. For more information, please contact
Nancy Peterson
, 858-705-3889.
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Why Evil Exists?
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., North Parish Hall
September 19-February 20
Why do humans do evil? What is behind "man's inhumanity to man," the troubling fact of human actions that produce suffering and destruction? Is it ultimately a spiritual or cosmic problem? Is it a consequence of social systems or power structures? Or is it some inner deficit of human nature, lurking in the shadow world of our psychology? Why, in the end, does evil exist? Each class includes a short video followed by discussion. Classes are facilitated by the Rev. Bill Zettinger and Bob Capettini. A free will offering of $5 per month is suggested to pay for snacks and beverages.
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REGISTER TODAY!
Spiritual Autobiography
Wednesdays, September 26-October 17, 6-8 p.m.
Join us for a five-week series as we explore how God has been at work in our lives in the small ways, the big ways…and the undiscovered ways. Each night begins with a shared meal before breaking into small groups to share our own spiritual stories. The series is open to all and is ideal for newcomers and long-time members alike and anyone looking to deepen their faith or meet new friends - many life-long friendships have formed from Spiritual Autobiography! No special knowledge or training needed, just a desire to get to know one another, and God, a little better. Register on the courtyard or
online
. Contact the
Rev. Mark McKone-Sweet
with questions.
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Children's Chapel - Ages 4-5th grade
Sunday, 10:15 a.m. service
Children sit with their family in church at the beginning of the 10:15 a.m. service and are called out to Children's Chapel.
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Nursery Care Available
Sunday, 8:30-11:30 a.m., Education Building
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Just Two Hours a Year Makes all the Difference!
Please consider giving your time to serve in our Sunday School classrooms for the 2018-2019 program year. No experience is needed. Only your presence. Please contact
Alex Howard
for more information.
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For all 6th-12th graders to explore our faith, have loads of fun, and help those less fortunate through service. CREW stands for Continuously Riding the Eternal Wave.
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Youth CREW Sundays
Sundays, 9 a.m., Youth Room
Bible study on the Gospel for the week.
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CREW Wednesday
Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m., Youth Room
Dinner, games, fellowship, and faith formation.
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Wall of Giving Fundraiser
Help the St. Bart’s Haiti Youth Mission Team! Choose a number from the Wall of Giving, fill your envelope with dollars equivalent to the number, return your donation envelope by September 23. Look for the big board and St. Bart’s Youth after services to pick your number. Please return filled envelopes by Sunday, September 23 - drop your envelope into the offering plate or return it to the office during business hours. Email
Kelli Richardson
with any questions.
Thank you for supporting the mission.
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Music Offerings This Year
Join us for Evensong and special choral services throughout the year.
Sunday, October 7, 4 p.m.
Choral Evensong: Gospel and Rhythm
Paul Halley: Hold to God’s Unchangin’ Hand
Mark Hayes: This Little Light of Mine
Paul Sportelli: How Great is Our God
Sunday, November 4, 4 p.m.
Choral Evensong: Musical Theatre
Fiddler on the Roof: Sabbath Prayer
The Lion King: Circle of Life
Shenandoah: Pass the Cross to Me
Sunday, December 9, 4 p.m.
Community Festival of Carols
A new Christmas tradition! A Poway community event
featuring carols both traditional and modern,
and an audience sing-along!
Monday, December 24, 4 p.m. pageant
7 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
Holy Eucharist - Christmas Eve
Ola Gjeilo: A Spotless Rose
Eric Whitacre: Lux Aurumque
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Volunteer at
St. Bart's and in
the community
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Youth Acolytes Wanted
Training Sunday, September 9, 9-9:45 a.m., Church
Are you entering 5th-12th grade and want to serve at the altar on Sunday? Do you want to experience worship in a new way? Then chat with your friends who are already serving as acolytes. Their robes are a give-away! Acolytes serves as crucifer, torches, and gospel bearer. For more information, contact Donna Watson at 760-522-1365 or
[email protected]
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Flu Shot Clinic
Sunday, September 30, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
St. Bart's Health and Wellness Ministry is sponsoring a flu clinic. Anyone 9 years and older may have the flu vaccine at the clinic this year. The cost is $20. Those with Medicare need to bring their original red, white and blue Medicare card. Anyone unable to afford the vaccine can receive it free.
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Pastoral Emergencies
Clergy is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for pastoral care. If you have a pastoral emergency, call
858-487-2159
, then press 2
to be connected to the clergy person on call.
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Connect with
St. Bart's!
Install the Church App-Tithely on your phone - available on iPhone and Android.
Search POWAY (you'll see St. Bart's logo). Once you tap St. Bartholomew's, it will be your favorite. If you have any questions, contact
[email protected]
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