INTERIM RECTOR REFLECTION :: CREATING COMMUNITY | | |
"...The St. Paul’s Vestry has prioritized “community” - namely, the strengthening of our relationships with each other - as their top priority for the interim time. This priority means making room in our lives for each other. It means introducing ourselves, sharing our stories, having fun together, getting to know each other in a deeper, more intentional way. It means investing in the life of the community with renewed verve and intent, as if our discipleship depends on it (because it kind of does).
This program year you’ll notice increased opportunities to be in relationship with each other, to mix and share and learn and play. You no doubt saw it last Sunday at Mess Fest, when not only our community gathered, but so many from the wider community in an explosion of joy and fun and messiness. You’ll see it Sunday when Mark Bozzuti-Jones joins us for a mini-retreat on Saturday and for worship Sunday as our preacher. You’ll get a big dose of community at the All-Parish Retreat in September and the Indians game when St. Paul’s Choir School leads the National Anthem. Maybe you’ll catch a baseball sitting next to someone from St. Paul’s who you’ve never had the pleasure of getting to know. Please make yourself available for the St. Paul’s community this program year. All that’s needed is you, who you are, and the willingness to connect with - and be known by - your siblings in Christ."
| The Rev. Devon Anderson, Interim Rector | | |
CONNECTIONS YOUNG ADULT GROUP
Friday, August 22, 6-8 p.m., Tinker Coffee
Connections is a group for childless folks in their 20s, 30s and 40s who are interested in finding community and exploring faith. Please join for the next meeting - newcomers are welcome! Click here to email Jacob Denning with questions.
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GUEST PREACHER
Sunday, August 24, 8:30 & 10 a.m.
The Rev. Dr. Mark Francisco Bozzuti-Jones is an Episcopal priest serving as Priest and Director of Spiritual Formation at Trinity Retreat Center, part of Trinity Church Wall Street in New York. A native of Jamaica and former Jesuit priest, he brings 14 years of Jesuit training and missionary experience in Belize, Brazil and Guyana. Fluent in Portuguese, Fr. Mark is a widely published author, speaker and teacher whose passions include social justice, race relations, liturgy and the spiritual gifts of children. He finds inspiration in poetry, music, silence and storytelling.
| | *Please click here to learn more about Fr. Mark and his book, "Face to the Rising Sun," and his visit to St. Paul's Indy as part of the Rev. Jeff Bower's sabbatical. | | |
STATEMENT FROM THE BISHOP JENNIFER BASKERVILLE-BURROWS
Read an August 19 statement from Bishop Jennifer on how the bishops in the United Methodist Church and Episcopal Church in Indiana are aligning on issues of today. Click here to read her statement.
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LAST CALL FOR INDIANS TICKETS
Support the Choir School at Victory Field!
Thursday, September 11, game time 6:35 p.m., Victory Field
Tickets to sit with others from St. Paul's Indy must be reserved and paid for by Monday, August 25. Don’t miss a special night in community at Victory Field as St. Paul’s Choir School sings the National Anthem at the Indianapolis Indians game. We need everyone’s support to cheer them on and represent St. Paul’s with pride! Click below to secure your spot with others in section 106. Let’s fill the stands with love and support for our kids!
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TGIF GATHERING
Friday, September 5, 6:30 p.m., Blind Owl Brewery
Adults (age 21+) are invited to join for the first TGIF event this fall. TGIF members look forward to getting caught up on each others' summer travels/activities and welcome newcomers! Please click here to RSVP to Alan Davis by Thursday, September 4.
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FELLOWSHIP ON LAURIE'S LAST SUNDAY
September 7 is the last Sunday for Summer Fellowship and we will be celebrating Laurie Pierce and her ministry to St. Paul’s Indy. We have benefited greatly from her service and nurturing of our congregational family. To help us celebrate, we ask that you bring your family's favorite side dish. St. Paul's will provide chicken, cake and drinks. Please stop by the table in Burrows Commons and sign the Special Event Form with your name, e-mail address and the family side dish you will be bringing! You may also click below to email Jeff Eastman or call him at 317.750.2694 to let him know what dish you will be bringing; the deadline is August 31. If you would like to contribute monetarily to a "purse" for Laurie, please click here to make an online contribution (indicating “thanksgiving for Laurie” in the reason for payment field). You may also place a check in the offering plate on Sunday or mail one to the office (indicating “thanksgiving for Laurie” in the check memo).
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REGISTER BY SEPT. 8 FOR ALL-PARISH RETREAT AT WAYCROSS
Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21
Waycross Camp & Conference Center
Step away from the noise and into renewal at Waycross, a peaceful getaway in the hills of Brown County. This weekend offers something for everyone — engaging conversations, creative workshops, spiritual reflection or simply quiet time on a porch swing. With activities for all ages (including the option to do absolutely nothing!), individuals, families, newcomers and longtime members are warmly invited. Come as you are, and take what you need. Click here for a digital retreat brochure (or pick up a hard copy in Burrows Commons on Sunday) to explore full details. Click below to register now. Registration closes Monday, September 8 — don't wait! Please click here to email Leah Ehlhardt with questions.
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LIFELONG LEARNERS
“Understanding the Value of Your Treasures”
Thursday, September 18, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Parish Hall
Join for lunch, learning and fellowship at the first Lifelong Learners luncheon this fall. Led by Spirit & Space Founder and Lead Organizer Stephanie Denson, learn about letting go of life’s treasures! From assigned and emotional value to appraised and fair market value, participants will gain perspective on the value of their belongings and alternatives will be provided for selling items that have true market value. Content will include insight on the value of many items commonly downsized these days, as well as tips for learning what those items are worth to determine what could be sold. The cost of lunch is $10. Click here to pay online (indicating “Lifelong Learners” in the reason for payment field). Please click here to RSVP to Tana Hunnicut. Out of respect for our guest speaker, the deadline to RSVP is 5 p.m. on Friday, September 12. Future Lifelong Learners luncheons will occur on October 9, November 13 and December 11 – stay tuned for details. Click here to email Ann Hinson with questions.
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Please click on red links for available details
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Ongoing, volunteers needed to provide MLK Center after-school snacks, email Susie Holtz
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Tuesdays, 6-6:45 p.m., Centering Prayer, RCR (second floor, Parish Ctr. bldg.)
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Tuesdays, 6 p.m., Slow Flow Yoga
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Tues., Sept. 2, 1-2:30, Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe Sacred Ground Virtual Kick-Off
- Starting Sun., Sept. 14, Sunday Worship Times will be 7:45, 9 & 11:15 a.m.
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Sat., Dec. 6, 9 or 11:10 a.m., Breakfast with Buddy the Elf
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YOUR JOY, YOUR JOURNEY, OUR COMMUNITY
Do you have a story to tell, milestone to celebrate, event to promote or new life to announce? We’d love to hear from you! Share your news for possible inclusion in eConnections, bulletin announcements, social media, website (stpaulsindy.org) or on the Burrows Commons digital display. Submissions are due by 4 p.m. on Mondays for that week’s publications — early submissions are always welcome! Space is limited, so content will be shared based on timing, relevance and audience. Announcements may be edited or featured in different formats to best serve our community, and selected items typically run for up to two weeks. Please click here to email Meegan Kriner with questions. Click below to share your news:
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