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Prayer Vigil Tonight at 7 p.m.
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In response to the verdict in the trial of the killing of George Floyd, and in acknowledgement of the larger systemic harms of racism and white supremacy, our bishops and diocesan staff are gathering at St. Titus', Durham, for a prayer vigil that will be livestreamed via the diocesan Facebook page and YouTube channel.
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A Prayer for Social Justice |
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Almighty God, who created us in your own image: Grant us grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and, that we may reverently use our freedom, help us to employ it in the maintenance of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
(Book of Common Prayer, page 260)
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Talking About Race and Social Justice with Children and Teens |
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Why should we be talking about race? As Christians we are called to create Beloved Community. Jesus' command to us was to Love God and to love your neighbor as yourself. In our Baptismal Covenant we commit ourselves to strive for justice and peace among all people and to respect the dignity of every human being. We have far to go, and awareness and understanding are the first steps in change. The resource at the link below provides support to families who want to initiate and deepen conversations about race and social justice. |
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We believe that care of creation is integral to God’s dream. As the Church celebrates the 50 days of Easter and new life, we also recognize Earth Day on Thursday, April 22. This is a time to give thanks for creation and recommit to ways of strengthening our stewardship of Earth, our island home.
You are encouraged to participate in this year’s diocesan Earth Day 2021 Challenge. Click on the picture to download the flyer, or click here to learn more.
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EYC Returns! Join us for Fellowship and Fun |
Sunday May 2, 5:00-6:15 p.m.
The Episcopal Youth Community (or EYC) will gather to work on a service project and to play some games outside on the front lawn of the church. No meal will be served.
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Worship Offerings for Sunday May 2 |
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On Sunday May 2, we will join together with parishioners from around the diocese or the country for a special diocesan worship service at 10 a.m. featuring our bishop, or worship with the National Cathedral. We will include links in next week’s eNews.
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Worship at St. Andrew’s Update |
The vestry discussed reopening plans this week. Our target is to offer a 10:00 am indoor worship service in the sanctuary this summer. We will use the precautions prepared by our task force, and that service will be livestreamed. Our staff and leadership are hoping and planning for a full return in September, with added safety precautions, pursuant to diocesan guidelines. In the meantime, we are preparing some special opportunities to gather together and celebrate our life in Christ. |
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Parents' Gathering ... Come and Connect |
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Friday May 21, 6-8 p.m.
Pizza Dinner for Parents of Children and Youth
At the home of Craig & Anna Taylor
117 S. Tremont Dr., Greensboro
Parents, please bring a chair and come enjoy dinner from Sticks and Stones pizza with other parents from St Andrews. This is an adults-only event. RSVP to annataylor02@gmail.com by Wednesday May 19.
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Calling all Rising 6th and 7th graders! |
We are working to update our church records and want to extend personal EYC invitations to all our youth who will be eligible to join the EYC. If your child is a rising 6th or 7th grader, please contact Susan Frye at parish@standrewsgso.org.
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Youth Confirmation is Coming |
The rite of Confirmation is an affirmation of one’s faith and a claiming of baptism. Preparation for youth confirmation allows teens to deepen their discipleship, to ask hard questions, to wrestle with their faith, and to explore their own lives in Christ in a safe space. It offers the church an opportunity to support adolescents in their faith journeys. Young people are traditionally confirmed when they are in the 8th grade or older. If you are interested in confirmation in fall 2021/spring 2022, please email Rev. Ginny Inman at ginny@standrewsgso.org.
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Livestream Team Volunteers Needed! |
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After a few starts and stops, we hope to begin livestreaming our worship services again this spring with our new video equipment. This will allow us to welcome parishioners back for in-person worship when the time comes, and continue to provide a quality online experience. We need volunteers to help run this on Sunday mornings. The only requirements are a willingness to learn! Our videographer, Robin Hardman, will provide training and detailed instructions. If you are interested, please contact him at robin@standrewsgso.org.
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Thank you for your financial support of St. Andrew’s. We need your gifts. Quarterly statements will go out this week. Please review your statement and contact Ray Marsh at bookkeeper@standrewsgso.org with any questions or concerns.
You can continue your pledge or give a new gift in the following ways:
- Mail to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2105 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27403
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Give online at https://abundant.co/standrewsepiscopalch/give
- Text STAEC to 73256
- Download the “Abundant” app on your mobile device (search for St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Greensboro)
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If you wish to make a future stock gift to the church, please email our bookkeeper, Ray Marsh, at bookkeeper@standrewsgso.org, so he can direct you to use our Fidelity Investment Account. Please continue to notify us via email of each donation of stock on the day of the transaction, so we can provide the appropriate credit. Once we are made aware of a stock transfer to the church, the investment will be liquidated, and the funds will be transferred into our general fund with little paid in fees. This will save both you and the church in costs and fees.
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New Life - Yanceyville Place Apartments |
In this season of Easter, the Church of the Holy Spirit and Mills Construction are proposing an affordable apartment development in northeast Greensboro. You can read about it at http://bit.ly/Yanceyv. One fourth of the apartments will rent from $273 for a one bedroom to $384 for a three bedroom, with rents for households with somewhat higher income levels ranging from $502 to $875. Tenants will be connected with supportive services to gain stability, especially those moving from homelessness and those with disabilities. The apartments will be high quality construction and energy efficient, with a community center and beautiful woods and stream preserved for environmental learning.
Please contact your city council member to voice your support for this work. The city council votes on May 4. Contact Beth McKee Huger with questions, at bethmckeehuger@outlook.com.
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We Pray for...
Those on our Parish Prayer List: Mary Stalter; Anna Stalter; Ella Janssen; Judy Wells; Norma Bullock; Moira Ermentrout; Laurie Simon Queen; Bruce Adkins; Charles and Rebecca Goodrum; Dee Dee Fulton; Judy Stancil; Maria Wilmoth; Barbara Sherer; Leslie; Johnetta Shablack; Dorothy Cook; Jenna Cottrill; Jimmye Olivey; Karen Hall; Don Lowe; Lynn Palmgren; Jamie Smith; Larry Phillips; Greg Chambers; Paula Pile; Sandra Witherspoon; Val Swan; Dick Montgomery; Mike; David York; Jeff Cummer; Linda Shablack; Sarah Ames; Scott Lee; Dale Brinley; Libby Eberhard; Charles Kelshaw; Camille; Poppy and her parents; Jim and Ali Ostridge; Patrick and Margaret Miller; Page Davies; Julie Jennings; Nancy Brown; Barbara Van Cleve; Frank and Sandy Tatem; Gia Yunker; Karen Moth; Amanda; Ann Hardin; Don Brooks; Debbie M.; Jacqui Butcher; Scott Durham; Mack Baker; Doug Sanecki; John and Gisela Smith; Galen Hill; Mary Lou Strohl; Heather; Rob James; Ed Morea
Those Serving in our Military: Wes Durham, Tom Stauffer, Paul Zeigler, Stephen Johnson, Benjamin Phillips, Kenneth Gearhart, Alex Reyes, Raymond Harrison, Catharyn Nosek
Those Expecting : Ashley and Chris Courtright, son and daughter-in-law of Cheri and Mark Courtright; Emily and Clint Thomas, daughter and son-in-law of Anne Wilkinson and Mike Sanford; Drew and Alice Courtright, son and daughter-in-law of Cheri and Mark Courtright
Birthdays: Rebekah Carlson, Sean Cummings, Joe Graves, Hannah Schlotterer, Joe Stultz
Anniversaries: Reid and Judy Gaskins
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