Building God's Kingdom through
Worship, Outreach and Fellowship
A Prayer for Sound Government

O Lord, our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth.
Lord, keep this nation under your care.

To the President and members of the Cabinet, to Governors of States, Mayors of Cities, and to all in administrative authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties.
Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To Senators and Representatives, and those who make our laws in states, cities, and towns, give courage, wisdom, and foresight to provide for the needs of all our people, and to fulfill our obligations in the community of nations.
Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To the Judges and officers of our Courts give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served.
Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

And finally, teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honor your holy Name.
For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen. (Book of Common Prayer, p 821)
Call ministry: let us know by this coming Friday your preference with this quick, 1-minute survey

We want to make sure that our call ministry is as meaningful as possible, so we need your help. Now is the time to let us know your preferences.
  • Have you been on the call recipient list and would prefer not to receive calls in the future? That’s OK. We won’t be offended! 
  • On the other hand, if you previously removed your name from the list and would like to receive calls in the future, let us know that also. 
  • Would receiving a text message or personal email be a better way to reach you? Please tell us that. 

It only takes one minute:

We want this ministry to be a blessing rather than a burden, and giving us honest feedback is the best way to make that happen. We care about you, and knowing how best to communicate that to you matters! Please let us know your preference by Friday, January 22. If we don't hear from you we will assume that what we are currently doing is working.
Upcoming Lenten Forum: Resurrection Shaped Life

Mark your calendars now for this year’s Lenten study, Resurrection Shaped Life, based on the book by that title by the Rt. Rev. Jake Owensby, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana. You don't need a copy of the book to participate. Our study will be held on Zoom at 7:00 PM on Wednesday nights from February 24 through March 31. (We will gather in person if/when rates of Covid infection decline sufficiently.)

Jesus’ resurrection was an extraordinary, singular event, but through a life shaped by the resurrection, we, too, can experience extraordinary resurrection even within the realm of our ordinary lives on earth. Through a re-examination of the biblical concept of resurrection, illustrating how it can influence us as Christians every day, we’ll learn that a resurrection-shaped life:
  • finds hope through honest reflection on the past
  • discovers meaning in suffering
  • moves beyond shame and blame toward self-acceptance and compassion
  • emerges from loss and regret to find contentment and joy
  • develops forgiveness as a habitual way of life
  • transcends "us-them" divisions to form inclusive community
  • draws strength from the hope of life after life

Because Lent actually is not a season for its own sake, but for the sake of preparing our hearts and souls for Easter (much like Advent is not really for the sake of Advent, but as a preparation for Christmas), join us through Lent on Zoom (links will be available in weekly parish emails) at 7:00 PM beginning on February 24 as we prepare for a Resurrection Shaped Life.
Receiving Communion this Sunday

  • If you would like to receive the bread and wine in person from a clergy member, come to the River Road door of the church on Sunday between 12:00 and 1:00 PM, and make sure to wear your mask.  
  • If you would like to partake of communion at home while participating in the service virtually, you can call Bill Wilds (880-5460) during the week from 9:00 AM to noon and make an appointment to come and pick up consecrated communion kits for your family to use during the following Sunday’s service. If you choose this option, please create/designate a “holy place” in your home to store the consecrated Body and Blood between the time you pick it up and Sunday morning.
Upcoming events at St. Andrew’s:

Prayer Video Ministry Continues

Did you know that you can visit our St. Andrew's Facebook page at any time to see daily prayers, topical prayer videos (at least three new ones each week), our Sunday service, and lots of other helpful content? You do not need to have a Facebook account to make use of the many offerings on St. Andrew's Facebook page. All you need to do is click on this link, included in all of our emails:  
Reminder: online giving at St. Andrew’s through Tithe.ly

During this difficult time, we are grateful for your continued support of St. Andrew’s. Please remember that we offer a way to give online using your credit or debit card or your bank’s routing/account numbers.
  • click on the purple GIVE NOW button below (and in the links to St. Andrew's digital resources at the end of every newsletter)
  • create your account and log in
  • enter your information into the simple form
  • choose whether to make a recurring contribution or a one-time gift.  Don't worry, if you decide later to choose a different option, you can make changes at any time.
  • click on the cover fees box to cover the small processing fee if you are paying with a credit or debit card (there is no fee for having funds sent directly from your bank account) Although this is optional, we sincerely hope you will do that.

Other things to know:
  • St. Andrew's will be listed on your bank or credit card statement as the recipient
  • your contributions will be reported directly to our financial administrator and will be listed on your regular church giving statements.

An important note! We are not changing anything else about the way we accept contributions. If you are happy with the way you give, we are too! If you have any questions, please email Rachel Roby.
2021 Offering Envelopes are in St. Nicholas Chapel
Just a reminder – for those who requested 2021 offering envelopes, they are available on the front pew of St. Nicholas Chapel.
We're here for you!

What if I need to reach the parish clergy or staff?
You can reach us by email, even if we are working from home.

What if I have a pastoral emergency or know of someone else who is ill?
Call or text Anne directly at 804-6875396.
Links to St. Andrew's digital resources:
Other resources for worship at home: