September 26, 2025

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On Sunday, September 28, St. Philip’s will welcome The Rev. Kenneth Albright, pastor of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd here in Brevard, who will be preaching and celebrating at both morning services. Our rector, The Rev. Elizabeth Roles, will be at Good Shepherd that day as part of the exchange. Pastor Ken—an avid hiker, birder, and proud left-hander—has been serving at LCGS since 2020 after many years in parish ministry. He and his wife, Charlotte, have two grown daughters, and when he’s not in the pulpit you might find him on a bike, behind a camera, or exploring a new trail. Join us for this special Sunday of shared ministry and friendship between our congregations!

8:00 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II (spoken)

9:15 am Adult Forum, Coffee & Conversation, Youth Sunday School, Godly Play, and Nursery

10:15 am Nursery

10:30 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with music

11:45 am Coffee Hour after the 10:30 am service

This week our Annual Giving Campaign focuses on a core ministry at St. Philip’s: “Serve.” Honoring the sacredness of every human being and strengthening the bonds of our common humanity in our parish and community are central to who we are. Please give generously in response to the abundance of our common life.

Join us on the 28th of September as we remember Hurricane Helene with a special Taizé worship service. We will gather in Miller Hall (our large upstairs meeting room) at 5:00 pm and use the service we had planned for last year that was cancelled due to the aftermath of the storm. We will include a prayer written by one of our Taizé readers especially for this service.

Our ECW thrift shop raises money for local charities. Shop with us each Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Shop is located at 219 S. Caldwell St. Follow us on Facebook (The Shop of St. Philip's) to keep up with sales and special announcements.

The Children's Center supports and protects children at risk of abuse and neglect. Their Family Visitations Program allows parents in high conflict or high-risk situations access to their children in a safe and supervised environment. This could involve foster care, living with another parent/guardian or other court-mandated situations. Their Emergency Assistance Program supports families in crisis, including resource information and referrals, children's clothing, diapers, housing support, and more.

Let's fill the Red Wagon with DIAPERS and HEALTHY SNACKS! Members of Christian Social Concerns will insure these essential items get to The Children's Center during the month of September! (We NO LONGER NEED empty egg cartons!!)

For our new friends, CrossTown is our combined youth group made up of middle and high schoolers from Bethel A Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, and St. Philip's Episcopal Church. Every Sunday we come together for fellowship, faith, and food with retreats, service projects, and other fun events throughout the year. Read more to see what we’re doing this week! 

We will gather as a parish for a pizza dinner and fun on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Miller Hall, our large upstairs meeting room. After supper, we’ll have Bingo for all ages - with wonderful prizes provided by the Shop of St. Philip’s! (There is no charge to play bingo.)

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, join us for our Annual St. Francis Blessing of the Animals at 5:00 pm in the back parking lot of the church, as well as a Harvest Blessing at the Rice Street Community Garden. Please bring your pets either on leash or in a carrier. (You may also bring a photo of pets who wouldn't be happy attending a pet blessing.) There will be a short service followed by a blessing offered to each animal. 

We'll be collecting offerings for the Transylvania County Animal Services in the form of cash donations, as well pet food and toys for dogs and cats. If you wish to write a check, PLEASE make the check payable to Transylvania County Animal Services!

Our campus is a busy place. Please let the office know if you would like to use a space so it can be scheduled on the calendar and prevent conflicts. Also, note that Miller Hall and the Miller Hall Kitchen must have a use form submitted to Jill in the parish office!

Mark your calendar for the 9th annual PowerUp! fundraiser supporting Sharing House and our neighbors in need of heating assistance. On Sunday, October 19, from 4:00–5:30 p.m., drive through St. Philip’s parking lot to pick up a delicious meal prepared by volunteers and served by our CrossTown youth. Meals are free (reservations required by October 16), and donations to Sharing House will be gratefully accepted. Read more for details!

Be a part of something big! Book a donation appointment at our Red Cross Blood Drive at St. Philip’s on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. - 03:00 p.m. in Miller Hall, our large upstairs meeting room!

Tickets are now on sale for the Messiah Sing-Along at St. Philip's on Saturday, December 13, with two performances at 2:00 and 5:00 p.m. Come be part of this holiday tradition as we welcome professional soloists and a historically informed Baroque orchestra to perform Handel's masterpiece together!

Are you comfortable in the kitchen? Could you spare a little time Sunday morning once every two months or so? Our COFFEE HOUR is now a volunteer operation. We are looking for more folks to help with this ministry….many hands make light work! Please contact Carrie Anderson for more information: carolineBcollins@yahoo.com.

The doors of St. Philip's will be unlocked for prayer Monday-Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Read more to see a list of October birthdays and anniversaries for our parish.

Thank you for investing your treasure in the work and mission of St. Philip’s. Your gift helps us continue your legacy at St. Philip’s for the future through the St. Philip’s Foundation and Planned Giving. Read more to learn about legacy planning and explore donating.

The Season after Pentecost is the sixth and final season of the church year. This season, sometimes referred to as "ordinary time," is the longest of the Church year, lasting through summer and well into late autumn, ending with the coming of Advent. During the Season after Pentecost, we recount the stories of Jesus' ministry, read and study passages from the Old Testament, and discuss letters written by disciples for members of the early church. The color for the Season after Pentecost is green, appropriate for the season of growth. 

Join us each week at our services of Holy Eucharist!

• Sundays, 8:00 a.m. – Holy Eucharist, Rite II (spoken)
• Sundays, 10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist, Rite II (with music)
• Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. – Holy Eucharist Rite II (College Walk Community Chapel)
• Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist with Prayers for Healing (Chapel)

The Rev. Elizabeth Roles, Rector 

Abby Glass, Children, Youth, and Family Minister

Claire Sikes-Clark, Children's Ministry Associate

Dr. Brittnee Siemon, Director of Music Ministry 

Angela Patane, Maintenance Supervisor 

William Begg, Co-Treasurer, Receipts 

Bob Wesneski, Co-Treasurer, Disbursements 

Jill Stewart, Parish Administrator

Jo Buescher (2025)

Jann Mellman (2025)

David Yeager (2025-Senior Warden)

Peggy Bridges (2026)

Gordon Murray (2026)

Jen Silva (2026)

Lynn Adams (2027)

Fred Brown (2027)

Mike Wallace (2027-Junior Warden)

Susan Winsor (Clerk)

The Archangel Michael, one of the principal angel warriors, is specifically mentioned by name in the Bible (Jude 1:9 and Revelation 7-9).

There are two traditions you may want to celebrate on this day: 

• First, eat your blackberries! According to an old legend, blackberries should not be picked after this date. This is because, so folklore goes, Satan was banished from Heaven on this day and fell into a blackberry bush. Satan then cursed the brambles as he fell into them. This is the basis for celebrating Michaelmas with blackberry pie.
• Second, sleep as late as you want! One of those most charming English traditions (at least to this editor) is the tradition of sleeping as late as you want to celebrate the feast:

Nature requires five,

Custom requires seven;

Laziness takes nine,

And Michaelmas eleven.