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St. Benedict's is a welcoming community sharing and spreading
Christ's love through worship,education, fellowship, and outreach
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Sunday Services are available at 10:30 am via our
Compline, a brief service of prayers and readings for the close of day,
is held at 7:30 pm on weekdays. A Zoom link is emailed each day.
Online Giving
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Sunday Worship
Our guest priest will be The Rev. Wendy Porter Cade who is the Chaplain at St. Benedict's Episcopal School. Episcopal Schools Celebration celebrates the ministry of the nearly 1,200 Episcopal schools and early childhood education programs throughout the Episcopal Church. It is a time to give thanks and to proclaim the good news of one of St. Benedict's Church's outreach programs - your school!
See the video message below from our Presiding Bishop to Episcopal Schools.
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In-Person Service of Morning Prayer
Sunday, October 18, 2020, 10:30 a.m.
We will hold an in-person gathering for 50 people (20 slots left) outside on the St. Benedict's upper parking lot. We will be using Daily Morning Prayer: Rite Two beginning on page 75, so bring your prayer book or download the Book of Common Prayer on your phone/tablet.
Please park in the lower parking lot close to the church building and walk up. Bring a chair or blanket if you would like, wear a mask, and stay at least 8 feet from other people or family groups. Make your reservation below.
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Prayers in the Nave
St. Benedict's Nave is open for prayers every Saturday from 10 - 12 and Sunday from 3 - 5 in 15 minute increments. Being in our beautiful Nave can be comfort and a joy for you and your family, and reconnect you with our wonderful parish family.
A reservation in advance is required. The reservation link is below. For safety's sake, there will be only one household per reserved time and you must wear a mask. Our own Regathering Task Force has developed specific requirements to keep everyone safe. You must bring your own Book of Common Prayer or find it online here.
"I had missed every part of our sanctuary: the rich tones of the wood in the altar, the warmth of the sunshine streaming through the windows, the flowers above the altar, the lighted candles, and most of all the opportunity to be in God's house."
- Anna Best
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Sundays 9:30 a.m.
This Sunday we continue our discussion of the St. Benedict's Church mission statement by talking about fellowship. What does the Bible say about fellowship, and what was the experience of the early church? We'll open up for discussion about our pandemic challenges, and what fellowship means to us.
A Zoom link will be in the Saturday email.
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Coffee Hour
Sundays 11:30 a.m.
For the next few weeks during coffee hour, I will be posing a question to start our conversation. This week's question is:
"What is the latest book you have read?"
Give a short review during Coffee Hour.
I hope you will join me!
Faithfully, Edith Woodling
A Zoom link will be in the Saturday email.
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Blessing of the Ghouls and Goblins
Join us by drive-thru on 10/31 any time from 11:00-1:00 to receive a Halloween care package from our Children's Ministry! Wear your costumes if you would like, we will be wearing ours!
Upcoming: Advent Wreath Making and Breakfast with St. Nick
Send Campbell your children's prayers by Wednesday for inclusion in the service on Sunday.
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St. Benedict's Finances
Although we have not been gathering in the church, we continue to rely on your generous giving to support our wonderful staff, our ministries, and to maintain a solid foundation into which we will soon welcome a new rector.
The current financial situation at St. Benedict's is not trending well. Year to date we have received $254,000 on a budget of $358,000. Expenses are running below budget also which does help. Expenses year to date are $293,000 on a budget of $392,000. If you are able to keep up your pledge or make loose offerings, there are three ways.
2. Mail a check to the church at 2160 Cooper Lake Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080. The mail is checked regularly. 3. Set up automatic payments through your own bank. We appreciate your prayers and all the ways you give to Christ's ministry.
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Path to Shine - 10th Anniversary Celebration
Oct. 18 at 5:00 pm
 You are invited to join Path To Shine's celebration of their 10th Anniversary - virtually!
The evening will include three speakers with first-hand experience of PTS, music from PTS mentor Charles Absher, Bishop Wright, and three culinary experts sharing their knowledge (from Portofino, Porchlight, and Vineyard Wine Market)
Thank you for your support as we all continue to adapt, turn, pivot, and jump.
In faith,
Lesley-Ann |
October Birthdays
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15th
16th 17th |
Kevin McInturff
John Ward
Anil Foreman
Ellie Jacobs
Gregory Morris
Matthew Montemaxor
Katie Loadholtes
Gregory Sharrow
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18th
19th |
Glenda Underwood Jen Moss Jennifer Scott Gabrielle Meeks Yvonne Leander Patty Latch Brittany Johnstone Alex Brooks Hugh Doehner |
20th
21st |
Elizabeth McNeill
Zara Sheubrooks
Lindsay Wills
Elizabeth Pietrusza
Aiden Purify
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If your name is missing from the above list, email Monty to have your info updated.
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Your Pastoral Care Team is Ready to Serve!
Fortunately, a dedicated group of volunteers are continuing to offer their time to serve our church community within various pastoral care capacities.
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Small Groups and Social Clubs
 Small groups are a wonderful way to deepen connections within our St. B's community; strengthen, renew and nourish our faith; and grow closer to God.
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