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From the Rector
Dear St. Patrick's, Grace and peace. I write you from a beautifully mild 75 degree day with a clear blue sky sprinkled with puffy white clouds. That would be how I would begin if I was in Brasilia, Brazil. In DC, it is a stifling, windless, and suffocating day with temperatures in the 90's which feels like the 100's. I hope that you are enjoying a wonderful summer. Andrea and I are learning and growing spiritually with the preaching and Bible study on Genesis. I hope that you are, as well. If you missed a Sunday, please read or listen to the sermons (links to our blog are below).
Communication about what is happening at St. Patrick's continues to be a focus of our ongoing efforts to involve more people in the ministry of this parish. We continue to revise and refresh our website to provide timely information to newcomers and experienced members of the parish. We are making an effort to post something about St. Patrick's everyday whether it is an article pointing to an important ministry, a practice for spiritual growth, or a picture that captures what is going on around the Parish. If you use Facebook or Twitter, please show St. Patrick's some love by connecting with us. It is easy and will keep you more up-to-date with your parish family.
 Faithfully, 
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Prayer List
We pray for John Canellakis who is recovering from surgery, and for those who care for him, especially Evan, Nora & Will Canellakis.
We pray for all those who are traveling this summer.
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 Sunday School in July
Nursery School through 2nd Grade
Begins at 9:45 am each Sunday.
Children return to church in time to receive communion with their families.
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July 3 |
SOME Casserole Cooking in the Mini Gym | |
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Children are invited to make casseroles for So Others Might Eat. | |
July 10, 17, 24, & 31st |
Children's Chapels with Kurt or Andrea
Children Hear the Stories of Jacob from the Book of Genesis. |
It's not too early to register your child for Sunday School. Registering this summer helps us know how many teachers and classrooms to schedule and materials to buy, so that we can create a welcoming and exciting Sunday School experience.
Visit our on-line registration site: Register Now for Fall Sunday School
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 Join us in July for a Genesis Bible Study & Preaching Series.
Kurt and Andrea finish up an introduction to the very first book of the Bible, a book which includes the story of Creation as well as the stories of the Patriarchs: Abraham & Sarah; Isaac & Rebekah; Jacob, Leah & Rachel; and Joseph and his dreams. Last classes are on Tuesday, July 26th at 7pm or on Wednesday, July 27th at 9:30am.
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Sunday Participants on July 24th
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8am Server:
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Lesley Krauland
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Altar Guild:
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Deborah Estes
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10am Server:
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Peter Jobusch
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Readers:
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Jody Wilson-Glazier, Trisha Heatherman
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Psalmist:
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Dan Graham
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Intercessor:
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Candy Fowler
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Greeters:
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Virginia & Bob Hurt
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Flowers:
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Sandy Chamblee-Head
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Refreshments:
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Carolyn Bain & Bill Pugh
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Ushers:
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Dennis O'Leary, Todd Purdum
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Lay Euch. Ministers:
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Paul Geffert, Sandy Chamblee-Head
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Vestry Person of the Day:
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Bill Pugh, Charlie Johnson IV
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Music Update
 Our resident Countertenor, Jean-Luc Princivil, will be here this Sunday to sing two arias; one by the English master, Handel, the other by the French master Gabriel Faur�. Now just what is a Countertenor, you might ask? It is a male singing in a very high voice, most commonly in the alto range (usually a female voice range). For male singers, this involves developing the second-mode, pure "head register" voice commonly called "falsetto." The history of the countertenor stretches back to medieval times and some of the first examples of polyphonic (multi-part) music, with the range stepping higher approaching the Baroque period (think Bach and Handel) where the countertenor voice reached its full glory. There was a resurgence of interest in the early 20th century and the renowned composer, Benjamin Britten wrote several major works that included the countertenor voice. Contemporary singers such as David Daniels have continued the tradition. Be sure and check it out! ~Adele Lynch, Director of Music |
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 Teach Sunday School this Fall, &
Help Grow Faith, Hope, & Love
Would you consider teaching Sunday School this fall?
Short-term opportunities exist. To learn more about how you can help, visit: TEACHSUNDAYSCHOOL
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Campaign to Replace Nave Chairs Continues
We have raised enough money via Nave chair dedications to replace half of our aging black Nave chairs, and placed an order for those 120 chairs to arrive in October. But we still have a ways to go, so please click here for a form to dedicate a Nave chair (or more!).
Many thanks to those who have already dedicated chairs!
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Carrie & Seth Ahlborn
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Nicole Chapin & Patrick Duke
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Patrice Pisinski & Jim Angle
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Terry Armstrong
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Carla & Mike Durney
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Arleen Ballescas & Jean-Luc Princivil
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David & Peggy Beers
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Eight O'Clockers
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Carolyn Bain & Bill Pugh
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Bits of Bible Group
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Tyrrell Flawn & John Howe
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Dee Dee Myers & Todd Purdum
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Dan & Cherry Bourque
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Catherine Freedberg
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Juliet and Sam Reid
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Bob Brookhiser & Candy Fowler
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Kurt Gerhard
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Karen Melchar & Benno Schmidt
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Suzy & Tucker Carlson
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Nancy Gordon
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Shannon Small
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Ele & Chapin Carpenter
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Carol Hylton
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Lisa & Scott Sutherland
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Choir of St. Patrick's
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Barbara Kahlow
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Ellen & Steven Teplitz
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Mary Grace Corey
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Barbara & Tom Lott
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Ellen Terpstra
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Dorothy Daniel
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Sharon & Jim Lowe
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Amanda & Carter DeLorme
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Sharon Marcil & Tom Monahan
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| Summer Baptism Date is September 4th
The next baptism at St. Patrick's will be at the 10am service on Sunday, September 4th which is also Labor Day weekend. If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, please contact the church office. The next baptism date is on November 6th, All Saints' Sunday.
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Quick Links...
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Rector: The Rev. Dr. Kurt Gerhard
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Senior Warden: Nicole Chapin Duke
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202 342-2828 or kurt@stpatrickschurchdc.org
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301 530-9640
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Associate Rector: The Rev. Andrea Martin
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Junior Warden for the Day School:
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202 342-2822 or andrea@stpatrickschurchdc.org
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Charlie Johnson III, 301 229-6342
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Director of Music: Dr. Adele Lynch
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Junior Warden for the Church:
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202 342-2823 or adele@stpatrickschurchdc.org
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Charlie Johnson IV, 301 229-2431
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Parish Administrator: Karen Melchar
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Day School Office:
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202 342-2800 or churchoffice@stpatrickschurchdc.org
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202 342-2805
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