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Pastor Angela blesses an adorable kitten last Saturday at the Pet Blessing.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
The weekly newsletter from St. Gregory's - October 8, 2015
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| The Life Inventory: What You Need to Know |
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St. Gregory's will enter Phase 1 of the strategic planning process on October 11 with the Spiritual Life Inventory (SLI). Here's what you need to know:
- The SLI is an online, confidential, and thought-provoking survey--a spiritual exercise in itself.
- It takes about 20-25 minutes to complete.
- Research gathered from the SLI guides Phase 2 of the strategic planning process that will examine other components of life at St. Gregory's: worship space, capital needs, ministry leadership and structure, staffing needs, and more.
- The SLI is part of moving St. Gregory's from good to great.
- To access the survey, go to our website at http://www.stgregorysepiscopal.org/ and click on "Take the Spiritual Life Inventory Here."
- For those Parishioners that do not have access to the internet, we will have hard copies of the SLI available on Sunday for you to fill out and return to the office for submission.
Fr. Andrew calls ALL members to complete the survey. Let your voice be heard as St. Gregory's forms its next strategic plan. Plan today to set aside time for this life-giving exercise. With your help, we can shape the best plan possible for St. Gregory's.
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| South Florida Haiti Project Invites You to Images of Bondeau |
On Saturday, October 10 at 6:30 p.m., South Florida Haiti Project will host Images of Bondeau, an evening of celebration with photos and stories of mission near and far to benefit Blessed James T. Holly Mission, Delray Beach Bon Samaritan School, Bondeau, Haiti.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
188 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach
Tickets $40
Dinner will be a taste of Haiti.
There will be a small silent auction of Haitian art and artifacts.
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Special Music This Sunday
On Sunday, October 11, during the 10 a.m. service our choir's bass section leader, Chase Wheeler, will sing The Call by R. Vaughan Williams during Communion. Chase joined our staff singers this fall and we are delighted to welcome him to the choir and St. Gregory's.
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Wreath Sale
Boy Scouts from St. Gregory's are selling Christmas wreaths! Purchase your lovely wreath after the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. services this Sunday, October 11 and next Sunday, October 18. Look for a table in the courtyard.
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Mark Your Calendars for the Christmas Emporium
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The Christmas Emporium features over 200 gorgeous gift baskets of every description, magnificent handmade Christmas décor, and the amazing Attic Treasures section, plus Toyland, a Dollar Store, and delicious home baked goodies.
This is a major fundraiser that benefits our wonderful church and many of our worthwhile outreach ministries. Please plan to attend and please invite friends and family. It is a fabulous event - you won't be disappointed.
Getting Involved with the Emporium
Watch out for our Donation Tree in the courtyard after services in October - you can select food and beverage items needed for gift baskets.
Donation checks made out to St. Gregory's ECW are also very welcome.
Other Donations: We can only use items in GOOD CONDITION for our Attic Treasures, Toyland, Jewelry Boutique, and Dollar Store. We especially need collectibles, porcelain, and nicer household items for Attic Treasures. Donations can be dropped off to the ECW Room anytime during church office hours or on Sundays after the 10 a.m. service.
For more information or if you are interested in helping, call or email Lauren Giosmas at 954.481.2236 or
[email protected].
The Christmas Emporium
Friday, November 6 - 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 7 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Road Closure on Sunday, October 11
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This Sunday, October 11, Palmetto Park Road will be closed between Federal Highway and Mizner Boulevard. For those who use that stretch of road to come to church, please find an alternate route.
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Lunch Bunch
Please join us for lunch at DaVinci's of Boca which is located inside the Town Center Mall on Glades Road. We will meet October 16 at 12:30 p.m.
RESERVATIONS
ARE NECESSARY. There is a sign up sheet on the door in Harris Hall. Please sign up by October 12. If you have any questions, please call Candy Midboe at 561-756-9629.
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Brothers Breakfast
The next Brothers Breakfast will be Sunday, October 11.
The Brothers are one of the most dynamic groups at St. Gregory's, hosting many fellowship events throughout the year. This group offers men a chance to serve St. Gregory's and the Boca Raton community while enjoying friendship and spiritual renewal.
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Watch the Rector's Bible Study Online
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The Rector's Bible Study officially started last month, but it's never too late to join! This year's focus is the assigned Sunday Bible readings to help readers gain extra insight into sermons and a fuller understanding of the passages. The group meets on Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. in Harris Hall. You can watch the Rector's Bible Study from your computer or mobile device at
LiveStream.com by searching St. Gregory's Episcopal Church.
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| Save the Date: Congregation-Wide Pot Luck Dinner |
On Friday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. the St. Gregory's Parenting Group is sponsoring an international pot luck dinner. Everyone in the congregation is invited to attend and to bring a favorite international dish to share. A dish featuring your own cultural heritage would be wonderful, though any internationally-themed item would be welcome (think something other than Domino's pizza and KFC!!). Please note that there will be no Parenting Group meeting that night -- we will simply gather in Harris Hall and enjoy a festive evening together. Come one, come all and bring a friend or two! For more information, please contact Jeanne Leonelli at [email protected].
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| Escape Your Pew for a Life ALTAR-ing Experience |
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We are looking for young folks and families to join us on the altar at the Sunday services doing cool stuff like carrying a cross (God's "Selfless Stick") or a flaming torch, striking a bell with a mallet, pouring water from a flask to wash the hands of the priests, and marching in parades down the aisles.
Come learn to be an acolyte (altar server) on Sunday, October 18, following the 10 a.m. worship service. Please meet us in the chapel area. Ages 8 and up (way up!) are welcome. We would love to schedule families to work together on the altar!
This is an introductory lesson for new acolytes led by Verger Char Vinik and her husband, Steve. If you wish to join the altar server ministry, Char will schedule you to serve at your convenience. All are welcome to get involved. Why don't you give it a try? Low stressed and highly blessed!
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Noteworthy Blogs
St. Gregory's now has a blog! In the coming months, we plan to feature video entries from Fr. Andrew, guest posts from performers in our 2015-16 Concert Series, and much more. You can
access the blog on our website under "About Us."
Looking for more great articles? The Episcopal Church runs a parenting blog called Big God, Busy Mom. These articles address parenting-related issues in light of Episcopal theology.
Read the blog here.
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Sanctuary Lamps Available
Is there someone special in your life you would like to recognize? A very special way to do so is with a donation for the Sanctuary Lamp either in thanksgiving for or in memory of that person.
The lamp, which burns continuously, is located in the church during services and in the Chapel of St. Mary at all other times. The name of those honored will be acknowledged in the bulletin and in the Prayers of the People. The requested donation for the sanctuary lamp is $25 per week, and weeks begin on Sunday.
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| St. Nichols Episcopal Church Announces Mom's Clothing Exchange Program |
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Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
When: Saturday, October 24
Donate clean, good quality children's and adults clothing.
Afternoon drop-off of clothing at St. Nicholas may be made the week prior to the event Monday through Thursday.
All items not claimed will be donated to benefit South Florida Haiti Project, St. Laurence Chapel, and Women and Children in Distress.
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DOK Quiet Morning
A Fall Quiet Morning will be Saturday, October 17, sponsored by the Daughters of the King. Our theme this year will focus on using Anglican prayer beads, a method of prayer and reflection. We will gather from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. at St. Gregory's for prayer and reflection. All women of the parish are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Marilyn Athey at 561-482-4099 or
[email protected].
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Volunteer Opportunity
We are looking for additional volunteers to participate in the Boca Helping Hands Backpack ministry. Each school year volunteers from St. Gregory's, in partnership with volunteers from The Chapel of St. Andrew, meet on Wednesday afternoons to pack food for underprivileged children. If interested, please contact Michele Knowlton or Ron Knowlton in the office.
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Sign Up for Memoir Writing Class
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 A new six-week class of Writing Memoirs with Justine will begin Tuesday, October 20, from 1-3 p.m. in the St. Gregory's Conference Room. If you have some special stories that your heirs keep urging you to write, now is the time to begin. Your stories could be the answer to a holiday gift for your family. And what better person can do it than you? If not you, bring an assistant or friend. You do not have to be an experienced writer. The class is open to your friends and family as well. A nominal fee of $100 is for supplies, which include a binder and handouts. If you care to audit a class before making a commitment, please feel free to do so. New participants, please call Justine for information and registration at home: 561-994-0495 or Cell: 561-703-4835. Email:
[email protected].
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Phantom of the Opera
Tim Brumfield will perform Phantom of the Opera on the powerful St. Gregory's organ on Sunday, October 25 at 4 p.m. With the film rolling on a larger-than-life screen, Tim, dressed as the Phantom, improvises the score live. He captures the drama as well as the occasional humor of "Phantom of the Opera" in this exciting theatrical performance.
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Parish Work Day
The St. Gregory's Parish Work Day will be Saturday, October 31 starting at 9 a.m. The projects are: front church sign, cleaning out weeds and placing fabric and rock; mulch north side of church; clean around the A/C cooling tower; paint the office bathroom and the Communication
Coordinator's office. Please call the office to sign up for a project!
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Holly-Versary Brunch
Save the date for a special Holly-Versary brunch on December 13. The event is a combination holiday fundraiser brunch and celebration of St. Gregory's anniversary. The Holly-Versary Brunch will include an upscale brunch menu, silent auction, and more. Look for details as it draws closer!
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Readings for October 11
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Coffee Hour Host Schedule |
Job 23:1-9, 16-17
Psalm 22:1-15
Hebrews 4:12-16
The Gospel according to Mark 10:17-31
Sermon: Rev. Andrew Sherman, Rector
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October 11:
Brothers Breakfast
October 18:
Last names I-M
October 25:
Last names N-Z
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As we get ready to prepare for the Spiritual Life Inventory, we ask you to join us in a special prayer For the Parish from the Book of Common Prayer:
Almighty and everliving God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth, hear our prayers for this parish family. Strengthen the faithful, arouse the careless, and restore the penitent. Grant us all things necessary for our common life and bring us all to be of one heart and mind within your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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St. Gregory's reaches out to the community through its music and lecture programs, worship services, ministries that benefit the poor locally and internationally, and much more. But we can't do it alone. Join St. Gregory's in giving back to the community by supporting our ministries. Let's do God's work together!
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St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
100 NE Mizner Blvd
Boca Raton, FL 33432
561.395.8285
www.stgregorysepiscopal.org
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