St. Paul's Church
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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Sun., September 29
9:30 am Holy Eucharist Rite II
9:30 am Nursery Care during service
7:00 pm NLM Services in Church
This Week at St. Paul’s
Daily
8:00 am-7:00 pm The Church is open for prayer
Mon.-Fri.
8:30 am-12:30 pm Regular church office hours; Parish House
Mon., September 30
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Tues., October 1
10:00 am Sherburne Commons Worship
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Wed., October 2
8:30 am Holy Eucharist Service in Chapel
9:00 am Staff Meeting
5:30 pm Fellowship Meeting in Parish House
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
7:00 pm NLM Services in Church
Thurs., October 3
11:30 am Lectionary Group
6:30 pm Ships Inn Dinner
Fri., October 4
7:00 pm NIANA Meeting in Parish House
Sat., October 5
9:00 am Centering Prayer in Parish House
10:00 am Youth Chorister Rehearsal in Parish House
4:00 pm Choir Rehearsal in Parish House
Sun., October 6
9:30 am Blessing of the Animals/Holy Eucharist Rite II
9:30 am Food Pantry Collection
9:30 am Nursery Care during service
7:00 pm NLM Services in Church
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Hospital or Home Visits
If you or a loved one is in the hospital or home bound, please let us know if you would like a visit. Please notify Father Max at 508-228-0916 ext. 11 or 302-542-5587.
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
Sign Up Sunday – September 29
Have you always wanted to read, usher, assist with the chalice? Do you know how to knit? Visiting shut-ins? Setting up the altar for services? Working with children? Always wanted to ring the bell? This is your chance to volunteer for one of these ministries – and the many other volunteer opportunities at St. Paul’s. During coffee hour Sunday, September 29 in Gardner Hall, representatives of the various volunteer opportunities at St. Paul’s will be available to answer your questions, and to invite you to join them in service to the church.
See you there!
Ships Inn Dinner-Thursday, October 3, at 6:30pm
The dinner has been fully booked but we do have a wait list because vacancies have arisen for past dinners. Please call the office 508-228-0916 and leave your name and your phone number if you would like to be placed on the wait list.
Blessing of the Animals -Sunday, October 6
Join us for the annual Celebration of St. Francis of Assisi and the Blessing of the Animals during the service of Holy Eucharist. Please bring your pets for the entire service and a blessing. All are welcome!
St. Paul’s Ann Martindale and Richard Busch – Cabaret Performance, Sunday, October 6
Two musicians with long standing St. Paul’s connections, Ann Martindale and Richard Busch, will present a “Cabaret” performance on
Sunday, October 6
,
6pm,
at the
Nantucket Community Music Center Parlor
, 56 Centre Street. Ann is a devoted member of St. Paul’s adult choir; Richard was the director of music and organist for 11 years. Together they will be presenting favorites by Cole Porter, George and Ira Gershwin, and Duke Ellington, among others. Tickets are $25 per person with pre-concert wine and hors d’oeuvres. Online reservations at nantucketcommunitymusiccenter.org.
Collection for Food Pantry-Sunday, October 6
Our next collection for the Food Pantry will occur Sunday, October 6. While we appreciate every single food donation, this month St. Paul's is collecting non-perishables for our local Food Pantry. Suggested items are Food Items: ground coffee (not whole bean), tea bags, herbal tea, olive oil, canola oil, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise. Non-Food Items: diapers size 1, 2, 6 (not 3, ,4 or 5), baby wipes, toothbrushes, toothpaste, razors, (male and female), shaving cream, hand lotion, floss, adult diapers, shampoo, conditioner, lip balm, sun screen, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, toilet paper, tissues, feminine sanitary napkins, tampons, aluminum foil, plastic wrap, white vinegar, housecleaning products (any). Thank you for your generosity and support in caring for our island residents
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2019 Nantucket Arts Festival – Joe Hammer Performances
The
2019 Nantucket Arts Festival
will take place October 4
to October 13. A feature of the festival is the “Petite Concerts,” 30 minute performances in the sanctuary of the Methodist Church
. Joe Hammer
, St. Paul’s director of music and organist, will be performing in two Petite Concerts;
Monday, October 7 at 12 noon
and
Tuesday, October 8 at 4:00pm
. The Methodist Church is located at the corner of Main and Centre Streets
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Annual Organ Crawl – Sat., October 12
The Annual Organ Crawl, sponsored by The Nantucket Music Center, will take place on October 12, the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend. Here’s your opportunity to visit some of Nantucket's beautiful historic churches and hear the organs played by local and guest musicians.
2019 Organ Crawl Line-up
9:15 am St. Mary's, 3 Federal Street;
Gregory Hooker
,
Minister of Music
, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Arlington, Virginia
10:00 am First Congregational Church, 62 Centre St.;
Jeffrey Cutts
,
Director of Music
10:30 am First Congregational Church North Vestry;
Jeffrey Cutts
11:00 am Methodist Church, 2 Centre St.;
Carson Cooman
,
Composer in Residence
, Memorial Church, Harvard University
11:30 am Unitarian Church, 11 Orange St.;
Marcia Hempel
,
Music Director and Organist
, First Church UCC, Harwich, MA
12:00 pm St. Paul's Church, 16 Fair St.;
Joe Hammer
,
Director of Music and Organist
, and
Isaiah Williams
,
Student
, Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester
Free Admission
Somewhat Spooky Halloween-Save the date
Friday, October 25, 4-7:00pm and Saturday, October 26, 2-5:00pm
Teen Concert
Friday, October 25, 8-9:30pm
‘
Tis the Season
…Christmas Stroll Concert at St. Paul’s
Friday, December 6
It’s not too soon to mark your calendar for a festive, St. Paul’s holiday season concert featuring vocal and instrumental soloists and ensembles. A special dessert and coffee reception immediately follows in Gardner Hall, with a preview of St. Paul’s Christmas Market and Silent Auction items.
7:00pm to 8:00pm Concert, followed by Dessert and Champagne, $25 per person.
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St. Paul’s Christmas Market, Sat. Dec. 7
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DONATIONS NEEDED
It’s time to get excited because……..CHRISTMAS IS COMING and so is ST. PAUL’S CHRISTMAS MARKET! Many, but not all, of our Committee Chairs are in place and now it’s a matter of COLLECTING FABULOUS ITEMS to sell at the market. When you are CLOSING UP and CLEANING OUT for the season, won’t you please consider DONATING things that would make great Christmas gifts? –
China, Crystal, Antiques, Art, Jewelry, Christmas Decorations, Wrapping Paper, New Advent Calendars, Ornaments, Hand Crafted Items,
Christmas Gifts You Received But Never Used.
Anything portable (small or medium sized) that would make a wonderful present for someone. You may leave your donations on the bench in the Parish House.
Silent Auction Items Needed
The St. Paul’s Christmas Market is looking for special items for its Silent Auction. Specifically high end pieces of art or jewelry, antiques, a rare wine, a gift basket of spa items or gourmet food items or another theme. Anything that is special or unique that can be carried off island easily.
Christmas Market Volunteer Managers Needed!!
Christmas Gift Chalet Manager
: We need a manager to oversee the Christmas Gift Chalet tables of the Christmas Market. This entails collecting, sorting, pricing, and placing all the donations we sell at the market. This is a fun job and will have lots of support throughout the process from other volunteers.
Please call Christmas Market Chair, Olly Wolf at 302-236-4389 Wolfsanddogs@verizon.net with any questions, suggestions or to volunteer.
THANK YOU
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A Summary of Vestry Actions taken at its
September 19
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Meeting.
Final Cornell Overview
Joe Hammer reported that the Cornell University Chamber Singers were extremely pleased with their visit to the island and hoped to return in the future. Joe thanked all those who hosted members or who helped with the events during the week.
Treasurer’s report
Martin McKerrow reported that August was a good month as plate donations and pledges continue to be above the budget projections. Martin noted that at the June 18, 2018 Vestry meeting, the current investment guidelines proposed by the Finance Committee were approved by the Vestry. He requested a 6 month waiver of that portion of those guidelines which require the investments to be in “indexed mutual funds”. One fund is not indexed and it will take time to make the changes needed. A motion was made, seconded and approved unanimously to grant the 6 month waiver.
Priest-in-Charge Comments
Max gave a brief review of the educational retreat he recently attended in New Hampshire. 24 clergy attended the event which focused on health, finances, career status and spirituality.
Fellowship committee report
Libby Tracey reviewed the barbecue that will be held this coming Sunday following the hymn sing. The committee also discussed the efforts to welcome the J1 Visa students to the island.
Stewardship update
Pam Goddard reported that Peter Barnes has joined her as co-chair of this year’s Stewardship Campaign. A tri-fold brochure is being prepared which should be ready by October 1
st
and which will be mailed and emailed by October 8
th
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The in-gathering of all pledges will be on the first Sunday in November.
Long Range Planning committee update
Ken said the committee had met yesterday and drafted proposed changes to the mission statement. The following mission statement was approved unanimously by the Vestry,
“The mission of St. Paul’s Church in Nantucket is to make
the Love of God more widely known.”
Buildings and Grounds report
Robert Inglis said the last of the acoustic tiles will be in place within a week or two.The leak in the women's restroom in Gardner Hall is possibly attributable to a combination of low-flush toilets, infrequent use, and a clog in one of the peat traps. Rectory painting is proceeding. Tree maintenance behind the rectory is scheduled for September 28
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Warden’s reports
Max & Olly will be away November 4-21 for a respite on Block Island. The nominating committee will need to meet over the next two to three months.
Other Business
Martin reiterated the need for someone to keep the website up to date. Max reminded us that with so many events coming up, we need to put another newsletter out.
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Christian Education Opportunities
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Wednesday Holy Eucharist
Holy Eucharist, Wednesdays at 8:30 am in the Chapel.
Thursday Bible Study Group
Based on the Lectionary:
readings from Scripture appointed to be read the following Sunday.
St. Paul’s Bible Study Group meets on Thursdays,
11:30am –1:00pm in the Parish House. For more information, contact Father Max, fathermax@stpaulschurchnantucket.org, or email Lucy Bixby, bixbyphoto@gmail.com. All are welcome!
Centering Prayer Group
Saturdays, 9am -10am
Parish House
Led by Sister Susanna Margaret
This weekly group includes an opening prayer or meditation, a 20-minute practice of Centering Prayer (silent sitting), a scripture reading, and a time for discussion.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness
For support, education, and advocacy for mental illness, please contact Nantucket’s Program Coordinator Suzanne Fronzuto at
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Thank you to
Dottie Gennaro
for providing the refreshments.
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We pray for:
Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Alan, our Bishop; Gayle, our Suffragan Bishop; Max, our Priest; and Susan, our Deacon.
We pray for:
Schuyler, Robert, Penny, Joanna, Rusty, Peggy, Beverly, Jerry, Kathi, Dale, Deb, Wendy, Eddie, Ben, Mary, Doris, Priscilla, Jenn, Marianne, Felix, and June.
The Anglican Cycle of Prayer
:
The Most Rev. Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church.
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The Diocesan Cycle of Prayer:
Grace Church, Salem; St. Peter's Church/Iglesia de San Pedro, Salem; Christ Church, South Hamilton; Church of the Holy Name, Swampscott; Trinity Church, Topsfield.
We pray for:
The men and women serving in our Armed Forces; those with mental illness and their families; healing and peace among peoples and nations throughout the world; The Church of San Juan Evangelista, in Vertientes, Cuba; our local Food Pantry, the Rental and Fuel Assistance Programs and Laundry Love.
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