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This Week

VOLUNTEERS FOR GENERAL CONVENTION

The 79th General Convention of The Episcopal Church is July 5-13 in Austin, Texas. Our goal is for Palmer to fill 20 volunteer shifts. Volunteer opportunities start on July 3 for pre-conference preparation and go throughout convention. Please email Libby Spoede at [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering.

Upcoming Palmer Events

BAHAMAS NATIONAL YOUTH CHOIR AT PALMER

Please mark your calendars for Sunday, July 15 as we welcome the Bahamas National Youth Choir to Palmer. We are so excited to have them join us for this summer celebration! The choir will sing in the Nave at 9:30 AM right before the 10 AM service and will provide a full performance in St. Bede's Chapel at 11:30 AM following the service. A lunch will be available in the Parish Hall for all at noon following the choir performance. B e sure to wear your Caribbean shirts and comfortable outfits. Let us give a warm welcome to the Bahamas National Youth Choir, as we celebrate their first visit to Houston.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR THE VERY BIG STORY

Welcome to Narnia! Aslan Is On the Move! Palmer's 2018 Vacation Bible School will be July 16-19 from 6 to 8 PM. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe is a fantasy story presented by C.S. Lewis "as an unconscious preparation of the imagination" to explore the deep power of faith and belief. As we enjoy the story, we relate personally to the despair of Lucy at not being believed; to the wretchedness of Edmund, who takes pleasure in bullying younger people; to the faith and commitment of the Beavers who never lose hope that Aslan will return Spring to Narnia; and to the White Witch, who strives to control all outcomes in Narnia. You can register now by clicking here.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE ANNUAL PARISH RETREAT

Palmer's Annual Parish Retreat at Camp Allen is scheduled for Nov. 9-11 and we want YOU to join us for a special weekend of formation, fellowship and fun! The Rev. Lisa Fischbeck, Vicar at The Advocate Church in Chapel Hill, NC will serve as the keynoter for the Saturday morning adult program. Click here for her full bio. This parish weekend is for people of all ages. New this year will be the opportunity to come up just for the day on Saturday. Situated on 1,100 acres in the serene piney woods of the Navasota area, Camp Allen provides a place to relax, refresh, and refocus. More information to come over the next few months.

Announcements

SUPPORT LOCAL FARMERS AND ENJOY FRESH PRODUCE EVERY WEEK!

Palmers and their friends and families are invited to purchase their own weekly box of fresh, local produce by enrolling in the Plant It Forward's Farm Share program. Plant It Forward is a Houston nonprofit organization that provides resettled refugees with urban farming businesses so they can achieve economic self-sufficiency. Farmers will make deliveries to Palmer every Wednesday afternoon as long as a minimum of 20 orders are guaranteed. Petit Portions cost $21 a week; Grand Portions cost $27 a week, and subscriptions can be made for four, 12, 24 or 52 weekly deliveries. Discounts are available for subscribers seeking 12 or more deliveries. You can sign up using the Farm Share program subscription form on the reception desk in the Church Office or contact Sue Howard at [email protected] .

CALL FOR ART

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A new art exhibit, "Textiles, Tapestries, and Treasures," is planned for June 25 - September 30. Though all 2D media are welcome and will be considered for display, special priority will be given to textile arts. Please contact Sherry Byrd at [email protected] or Jackie Campbell at [email protected] for information on how to submit your entries. Deadline is June 21 for submissions.

PRIDE HOUSTON VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Join your fellow Palmeranians at Houston Pride 2018! This year, Palmer will both have a float in the parade and a table at the Festival, two great ways to share the good news of Jesus Christ and show our support for a community that has had a complicated relationship with Christianity. Whether you want to decorate the float, be in the parade, or spend time talking to passers-by at the Festival, we are looking for volunteers! So put June 23 on your calendar and join us! If you are interested in getting involved with the parade, contact Jeanine Baker ([email protected]) and if you are interested in getting involved at the Festival, contact Roger Hutchison ( [email protected] ).

CALL FOR USHER VOLUNTEERS

The usher crews need volunteers for the 11 AM service in the Fall. The assignments are scheduled on a rotating basis so you will always know which week you will be needed. Joining an ushering team will be a rewarding experience and you will be assimilated into the program with experienced volunteers who will show you the procedures as you go along. Ushering is a great way to get involved with the services and meet other Palmers. Please contact Kirk Waldron at [email protected] or 281-831-5980 if you're interested.

CALL FOR ALTAR GUILD VOLUNTEERS

Early riser? The 8 AM Sunday service needs volunteers to serve at the Altar. Training provided if needed. Contact Sandra Begalke at 281-704-8972 or [email protected].

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