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St. Matthew's Messenger
January 8, 2023
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Healing Service
10:30 a.m. Wednesday
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The church office is open
10 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Monday through Thursday.
Closed Fridays
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IN THIS ISSUE:
- A Video Message from Fr. Tim
- Warden's Corner
- Coming Events:
- Youth & Youth Parents: Potluck Dinner/Meet Fr. Tim This Sunday
- Save the Date: Celebration of a New Ministry Tuesday Feb 2
- Annual Parish Meeting Sunday, Jan 29--Mark Your Calendars!
- Reports for Annual Meeting Due Jan 15
- Outreach: January Food Drive, & Upcoming Outreach Projects
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Sunday, January 8, 2023
First Sunday After the Epiphany
The Baptism of our Lord Jesus Christ
8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Fr. Timothy Meyers, Officiant and Preacher
or attend the 10:30 service via Facebook Live
Service Bulletin for both services
Breakfast 9:00 a.m.
All Christian Ed Classes Resume 9:30 -10:15 a.m.
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Note: Please wear your NAME TAGS Wearing your name tag on Sundays and to all church events will help Fr. Tim as he gets to know us.
If you have lost your name tag, or never received one, please add your name to the "Need a Name Tag" list in the narthex so we can get one made for you. You can also email the church office to get a name tag. Thank you!
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Warden's Corner:
What a fun New Year's service and Brunch! Thank you to all who attended and to those who brought a dish to the brunch. It was wonderful to begin the year in worship and fellowship with the community who share the same faith.
We look forward to this Sunday, January 8th, where we hope the pews will be filled to welcome Fr. Tim, Whitney, Henry, and Lydia. The Brotherhood will be hosting our breakfast.
We are encouraged with our pledges and increased numbers in the pews. We would love for all to see St. Matthew's as a place where vital relationships are formed and a place to foster spiritual growth and community. Allow 2023 to be the year we all grow closer to God together as a St. Matthew's Family.
Trisha Voiles, Sr. Warden
FLAGPOLE UPDATE:
The flagpole has been raised and plaque laid in the lower gardens to the left of the buildings. We will be having a Blessing and Flag Raising soon.
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Thursday, February 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Installation of The Reverend Timothy Meyers
as rector of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
Celebration of New Ministry
Holy Eucharist
The Right Reverend Robert Wright
Celebrant & Preacher
A Reception Follows the Service
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Annual Parish Meeting
Sunday, January 29
Breakfast at 9:00 a.m.
Meeting 9:15 a.m.
Worship 10:30 with HS Rite of Passage service
for the HS youth who missed Rite 13
due to Covid lockdown
12 noon Annual Brotherhood Fish Fry dinner
Vestry elections & other important parish business will be conducted at his meeting. Don't miss it!
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IMPORTANT! If you are the head of a ministry or committee, you should have already received information about submitting a year-end report to be available at the Annual Meeting. Please contact your vestry liaison or Trisha Voiles if you have any questions. Reports are due in the parish office by January 15. Please copy Trisha Voiles on the report email. Thanks! | |
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Upcoming Youth Activities
All youth grades 6 through 12 invited
THIS SUNDAY -- January 8th- Parent Meeting/ MEET THE NEW PRIEST!/ Potluck Supper
- 5-7pm
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We'll play games, have dinner, MEET FR. TIM, and go over the Spring plans!
- We're thrilled to be able to spend time with Fr. Tim on his first day. Many of our youth met him at New Beginnings in the Spring and Fall of this year. We know he'll fit right in and help us take our youth group to the next level!
Peace,
Amanda, Holly, and Jay
Save the Date:
A Rite of Passage ceremony for High School Youth who missed their Rite 13 ceremony during the Covid years will be celebrated Sunday, January 29 at the 10:30 a.m. service.
Looking Ahead:
The youth will maintain their schedule of regular Sunday night dinners and programs in 2023. Watch for activities such as Laser Tag on Jan 22 and a Super Bowl party on Feb 12.
Below are highlighted events in the coming months:
• Jan. 8: Parent Meeting. We would like Father Tim to join us to meet everyone. Part of the meeting will be to begin planning for youth ministry activities through May.
• Feb. 21: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper.
• Apr. 2: Passion Play (Palm Sunday)
• May 7: Preparation for Youth Sunday
• May 21: Youth Sunday
If you want more information on youth activities at St. Matthew's, or would like to volunteer to help grow this important ministry, please see Amanda, Holly or Jay.
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Try Something New in 2023
Café Theology is starting the book The Resurrection of Jesus: John Dominic Crossan and N.T. Wright in Dialogue this Saturday, January 7. The class meets twice a month on Saturdays from 10 - 11:30 a.m. New members are welcome to join the class at any time. For more information, please contact Vicki Conway.
Knit Crochet & Pray is a craft group that meets the first and third Thursday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon to create prayer shawls, chemo caps, prayer squares, rosaries and other items. All are welcome; bring a craft of your choice or join in the work of the group for fellowship and ministry. See Beth DiGiovanni for more information.
The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a men's group that meets the third Saturday of every month at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast and prayer/study, and good fellowship. All men of the parish are welcome. See Greg Andrews for more information.
Lunch Bunch meets the third Thursday of each month at 12 noon at different restaurant! See Becky Olbon for more information.
More ideas coming next week!
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St. Matt's Outreach in January
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JANUARY IS FOOD DRIVE MONTH AT ST. MATTHEW’S
As you shop for groceries this month, please pick up a few extra items for the
Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministries Food Pantry.
The need continues to be high for the following items:
- Canned and dried meats and beans
- Canned vegetables and fruits
- Grain items such as oatmeal, grits, cereal, rice, pasta, etc.
- Soups & Side Items, canned or boxed pastas, sides, and meals
- Personal care items such as shampoos, soaps, dental care, deodorants, razors
- Feminine hygiene, diapers, pull-ups or adultiIncontinence items
- Household items such as dish or laundry detergent & paper products
Collection Barrels are located in the main hallway next to the parish hall. You can bring items any Sunday, or during the week during regular office hours
(M-Th, 10a—1p)
Or order online and ship direct to:
St. Matthew’s Outreach, 1520 Oak Road Snellville GA 30078
THANK YOU!
To learn more about the Southeast Gwinnett Co-op, please click here.
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Don't miss these
COMING OUTREACH PROJECTS
January 30 the Outreach committee sponsors the Monday evening dinner at the co-op.
Mark your calendar and watch for information
on how you can help.
And mark your calendars for Saturday, April 15—
St. Matthew’s is forming a team
for a Habitat for Humanity build on that day. Watch for more information, coming soon. YOU can help with this in many ways, and we need you on the TEAM!
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Birthdays and Anniversaries January 8-14
Birthdays: Jacqueline Lenz, Annie Sutojo, Sandra Hildebrant, Linda Pearson, Graydon Ferrell-Mixon, Sylvia George, Sheila Ferrell, Thomas Jones, Faith Ozumba, Ike Ozumba
Anniversaries: None this week.
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BREAKFAST SIGNUP - Thank you!
Hosts this Sunday: Jan 8: Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Breakfast Next Sunday, January 15: Nancy Griner, Mitchell Michaels, Katherine Reynolds, Cheryl Wheeler
Which Sunday would you or your group like to help serve breakfast?
To sign up to host in January, please click here. Open Sundays begin with Jan 22.
Funds are available to assist with costs. Ministry groups, committees, and individuals are invited to sign up for any open Sunday,
For more information on this ministry or to volunteer, contact Trisha Voiles.
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