August 22, 2024

A MESSAGE FROM PATRICK

Creation Care

"Everything changes," said Chick, "after August 15." Chick was my guide, the owner of Island Spirit Kayak on Martha's Vineyard, and just then she was leading a small group of us over gentle ocean swells towards the rising sun and away from State Beach just south of Oak Bluffs. Chick was talking about the annual retreat from the Island of families with school-aged children, shorter afternoons, cooling temperatures and thinner beach traffic.

Since that long-ago morning, I've kept August 15 as a kind of mental marker. It's peak tomato-and-almost-apple time. It's about when I really notice the music of crickets in the evening. Foliage has not yet begun to turn but its green has entered a relaxed late middle age. The weeks we are in just now seem to me to be the most beautiful of the year. More so than at Thanksgiving I feel a kind of awe in the created order and its capacity to feed, heal, and sustain. A question follows naturally for me from such awe, as perhaps it does for you: "what, then, is my own role in this order?"

Across our national Episcopal Church, the span of weeks from Labor Day through the Feast of St. Francis in early October is Creation Care Season: a time for renewing, repairing and restoring our relationship to God, one another, and all of creation. Here at Church, we will be taking a particular focus on Creation on three Sundays: September 22, September 29 and October 6. In these weeks, prayers, music and preaching will take a particular focus on "this fragile earth, our island home."

• Dr. Stephen Young of Salem State University, whose research on the unusually rapid rate of climate change in New England in particular has gained national attention, will be our guest after church on September 22. Stephen also happens to be a church-goer and a visual artist, and I'm sure you will be deeply engaged by his message.
• On September 29, a parishioner panel will share their impressions of Katharine Hayhoe's Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World. Hayhoe is an evangelical Christian and her book is one of the best I've read recently on the crisis we are living through.
• Finally, on October 6 we will celebrate the ministry of one of the most complex and engaging figures in Christian history: Francis of Assisi. At 4:00 pm that afternoon we'll also offer a Blessing of the Animals liturgy on the Monument Road lawn -- all furry, finned and feathered friends welcomed!

My own prayer for you in these late summer weeks is that the beauty of God's earth and the annual climb down from peak vacation season will find your spirit renewed, repaired and restored. I look forward to being with you!

****

As you'll read below from our wardens and in a note from Sue Sasso herself, this issue of Together is the last that Sue will edit before our fellow parishioner Brenda Ridgeway takes the helm. Parishes depend on timely, clear and engaging communication; "we" cannot be a "we" without people like Sue. Sue has served all of us with flexibility, good cheer, a keen editor's eye, discipline and attention to detail in this role for more than eight years. Personally, I am still learning about what the worst of the COVID epidemic meant to many of us, but I do know that parish communications played a huge role in church folks continuing to share a common life and connection. Thank you, Sue, for helping CHS "cohere" and thrive over these past years. We look forward to worshipping and serving with you in whatever you take up next!

Peace,

WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES

TUESDAY MORNING LECTIO DIVINA AND PRAYERS

(Formerly Healing Service)

Lectio Divina is a monastic mode of prayer, contemplation, and Bible study.

All are welcome to experience this with us.

 10:00 a.m. via ZOOM

A Zoom Meeting invitation email is sent on Monday mornings.

It includes links to the Zoom service and Service Bulletin and Readings.

HOLY EUCHARIST and PRAYERS FOR HEALING

Thursdays at 11:00 am in the Church

Join us for a simple service of weekday Holy Eucharist

with a short meditation.

Private prayers for healing available after the service concludes.

GLIMPSE OF THE GOSPEL

‘Glimpse’ meets in the Fireplace Room on Sunday mornings at 8:45. Participants are sent a copy of the readings from scripture for the Sunday service earlier in the week to give opportunity for reading, reflecting, and inwardly digesting beforehand.

Contact Tom Dewing, email st.dewing@verizon.net or 508-255-2656.

All Welcome!

WARDENS' REPORT

A shorter report this month as many of us are enjoying summer visitors!

Our first priority is to thank Sue Sasso for producing Together for us for many years, at least 8, including through Covid, when she produced weekly issues to keep us connected, Together Apart. I know she is being thanked elsewhere in this issue, but we both want all of you to know of our personal appreciation for all she has done. THANK YOU SUE!

The Vestry did not meet in August, as planned, but other groups continued, as needed.

The Nominating Committee, Ann Pike-Paris, Brian Skea, Norm Stubbendick, Donna Tavano and Jamie Thompson, is making progress on the slate of nominees for election at next February’s Annual Meeting. Sarah Gregory and Steve Koehler, chairs of the Fall Campaign / Stewardship Committee, are working with Patrick on the Stewardship materials.

Celia Calhoun, Dianne Fromm and Cynthia Murray are organizing the “Neighborhood Tables” groups – please sign the sign-up sheet in the Parish Hall if you are interested in attending one of these or contact us for more information.

The two Sacred Ground groups have now met 3 times, delving into the difficult topics of white privilege and racial injustice. We are learning a lot from all the information we are being given and having great conversations sharing our different experiences.

Looking forward, please join us for the Parish Picnic on Sunday September 8 – sign-up sheet in the Parish Hall; Sunday September 15 is busy with the start of Church School, information on the Holiday Bazaar in the Parish Hall; and a celebration of the completion of volunteer work on the Habitat for Humanity house we sponsored in Brewster. Please join us for all these occasions.

If you did you see the great write up about Food 4 Kids and the Peter Jensen Terracing / Pollinator Pathway in the Cape Cod Chronicle last week, click here then go to page 34 for the full article.

Enjoy the last days of summer!

And as always, thank you for your prayers and support,



Priscilla Isner and Celia Calhoun

Co-Wardens

MESSAGE FROM SUE SASSO, TOGETHER EDITOR

Over the last 8+ years it has been a privilege and honor to say I am the Editor of Together, The Church of the Holy Spirit newsletter. Each month you have invited me “into your homes” to report on our special and VERY active parish life. Over the years this has allowed me to get to know so many of you better, made me pay attention to every parish event and activity, find beauty and fun in our parish life and photo opportunities, and even learn how to use new technology along the way.

Last year I realized it was time for change... for me and for Together.  My Dad always told us to “leave the party while you are still having a good time.” And so dear friends, while still feeling good about this role of producing Together, I have decided this will be my last Together edition as your Editor. 

Over the past year, Patrick and I discussed how we could handle this transition, one that could not be made quickly or without a lot of prayer…but have no fear… our prayers are answered.

Starting with the October 24^th Together edition, Brenda Ridgeway will become your Together Editor. There will be no September Together edition giving Brenda time to become comfortable with the process and technology of creating the newsletter. During this transition period, you will still know what’s happening through the Sunday Bulletin announcements and separate key event email notifications.

This change from me to Brenda has been shared with ministry and church leaders who will now send their newsletter contributions to Brenda. I will remain a resource to her as she gets up to speed. I know all of you will support her in this new role and encourage her as you have me with your kind words and thanks for being your newsletter Editor.

I will still remain an active church member through Galley West, the Holiday Bazaar, and many worship related roles, but look forward to this new chapter for me and The Church of the Holy Spirit.

Peace and Blessings to you all

Sue Sasso

DIOCESE OF MASSACHUSETTS

Upcoming important dates:

• Bishop-elect Julia E. Whitworth’s consecration will take place on Saturday, October 19th at Trinity Church, Boston
• The 239th Annual Diocesan Convention will be a one-day event on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, Marriott Boston (Quincy); guided by this year’s theme, “One Body in Christ; Members One of Another” – Reconciliation and Belonging in an Age of Division

The Church of the Holy Spirit will be represented by Cris Harter and Kate Paradise, Diocesan Delegates and The Rev. Patrick C. Ward, Clergy.

CAPE & ISLAND DEANERY NEWS

CAPE & ISLANDS DEANERY MEETING – Greeters Needed!

 The Church of the Holy Spirit is hosting the next meeting of the Cape & Islands Deanery, hybrid (in-person and Zoom) on Thursday, September 26th, 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall.

Greeters are needed starting at 6 pm. Have you ever wondered how the deanery works? This could be your perfect opportunity to find out! Please join us – all are welcome. Questions or to volunteer, please reach out to deanery representatives Cris Harter and Kate Paradise. 

CHURCH SCHOOL NEWS

Soar and Explore…

SUNDAY AUGUST 25 IS OUR LAST SESSION

Summer Sunday adventures for kids 4-12 with Books and Crafts

inspired by artistic parishioners.

Held in the Parish Hall Sundays 9:45 am -10:45 am

Parish Hall through August 25

Bring houseguests - invite friends!

Thank you to our resident artists who led this creative time with the children.

Dianne Fromm, Lizzie Thompson , Donna Tavano, Pia MacKenzie,

and Brooke Skea. 

Enjoy amazing collage art below created during a Soar & Explore sessions.

Made by some true burgeoning artists!

MARK THESE CHURCH SCHOOL DATES!!

WELCOME FALL

Sunday September 8 - following the Eucharist, a Fall Kickoff (outside) cookout picnic will be held on the lawn in front of Galley West Art Gallery .

• Lawn and table Games, a "Make and Take" art table & face painting for everyone!
• Registration papers for Church School will be available at the Cookout.
• Sign-up sheet for the cookout is in the Parish Hall. Please bring a side dish, salad, or dessert. Burgers and Hot Dogs will be grilled for everyone. Vegetarian choices always available!

Sunday, September 15 - 9:45 a.m. sharp, formal Church School classes will begin for ages four through High School in the lower Gathering Room, Lower level of the Parish Hall. Nursery care available weekly for those younger than four.

Sunday October 6 - 4 p.m. Blessing of the Animals will take place outside on the Church grounds. Bring your pets or pictures of your pets. 

During October, the Church School families will learn about the Barbara Harris Camp work weekend in New Hampshire on Nov. 1, 2, and 3. Families not going to Camp can volunteer at our Holiday Bazaar on November 2. Watch for future news for November and December in the October Together.

Your Church School Team,

Hanna, Matt, Jamie, Brooke and Ruth

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

IT’S 2024 HOLIDAY BAZAAR

PLANNING TIME!!!!! 

We are about two months away from the NOVEMBER 2 HOLIDAY BAZAAR. 

PLEASE BE A PART OF THIS FAVORITE PARISH EVENT.



This year we will have more artists, more food, and more fun. Everyone can participate and the opportunities to be part of this community event are limitless.

Join us after church on September 15^th to find out everything you wanted to know about the Holiday Bazaar but where afraid to ask! We’ll be there to answer all your questions and get you in the holiday spirit!

In the meantime, here are a few things about the bazaar and how you can volunteer and help make it the best ever:

Food table – a famous part of the bazaar!

-     If you make it, we will sell it!

-     We have access to a large freezer so you can start now, bring your goodies to the Parish Hall and we’ll take care of the rest. Please label the items and note they are for the bazaar.

-    Like to bake? We are looking for cookies (2000 of them!), pies, cakes, breads, jams, jellies, pickles, and candy. Last year we sold out!

-    Souper Soup: Soup is a huge hit, and we hope to have donations of soup to sell at the food table too. Make a batch of your favorite, bring in gallon bags. We will put soup into plastic freezer containers.

See Cris Harter or Cynthia Murray for details on the Food Table.

Volunteering – it takes more than a village! It takes YOU to join us!

-        We have many opportunities to work with a fun group: setting up, staffing tables, greeting visitors the day of the event, and of course, clean-up.

-        Volunteer Sign-up begins September 15^th.

See Nancy Boccia for volunteer information.  We can guarantee YOU WILL HAVE FUN!!!

Bountiful Baskets – create a themed gift basket

 Items for a themed basket due by October 15^th please.

-     Pick an idea or theme and purchase items that could be part of a beautiful basket.

-     Bring the items at the Parish Hall and we’ll assemble in baskets and package for sale. Mark items clearly with your name and for “Bazaar Basket”; describe what’s included and estimated value.

-     Some popular basket themes last year were: Everything Oysters, Pie Baking Tools and Supplies, Things for Pets, Wine and Tasting Tools, Italian Food and Accessories, Coffee/Tea Supplies, and so many more! Use your imagination.

Need ideas or help doing your basket idea ? Contact Cris Harter or Priscilla Isner.

Gently Used Books – donate recent editions and good reads!

-     Donation collection begins in the last week of October – more details to follow.

Thank you in advance for your interest!

The Bazaar Team:

Nancy Boccia, Celia Calhoun, Ruth Campbell, Diana Crighton, Cris Harter, Priscilla Isner, Elizabeth Merritt, Roger Lovejoy, Jack and Sue Sasso, and Patrick Ward.

MONTHLY MONDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB

AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FELLOWSHIP & DISCUSSION

This group has decided to keep reading and meeting once a month

We want everyone to join us:

Monday, September 16

5:30 - 7:30 pm

Light dinner followed by a lively book discussion

Please contact Cheryl Kyle if interested

The September Book Selection is:

JAMES by Percival Everett.

This book is a reimagining of Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, 

told from the enslaved Jim's point of view. 

It allows us to hear voices that our history has long repressed.

Please contact Cheryl Kyle to join these prolific readers. 

When the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck Finn who has faked his own death to escape his violent father, recently returned to town. As all listeners of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and too-often-unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond.

Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a “literary icon” (Oprah Daily), and one of the most decorated writers of our lifetime, James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature.

LADIES LUNCHEON

Many thanks to Gail Binney Stern for her willingness to facilitate the August 1 meeting.

Join us for lunch on Thursday September 5. Arrive around 11:45, bring a sandwich or salad to eat. Beverages, chips and dessert will be provided.

Marty Williams volunteered to provide table decorations and Jane McLean will bring juice and/or tea. Wayne will make coffee, Dilys Smith is supplying dessert and we have an unopened bag of chips. All is well!

LOOKING FORWARD...SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 3 LADIES LUNCHEON. Volunteers will be decided at the September 5 Luncheon.

Fay Cole

FOOD FOR KIDS

We are winding down from another successful Summer Program.

We will be able to give you a full report in the October Together.

In the meantime, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped us this year. It does take a village and thank you to everyone who stepped up and helped. us

Jenn Gale - Director

BUILDING AND GROUNDS

Our summer heat and lack of rain have helped slow things down a bit, nevertheless the invasives persist!  Although our growing season is winding down, sadly the work is not.

Now for the good news! Our Garden party on 8/17 had a stellar turnout and much accomplished.

My thanks to you mighty weed pullers, bush trimmers, sweepers and all around great natured folks: Chuck Dow, Rich & Sarah Gregory, Peter Jensen, Cheryl Kyle, Sue McDorman, Jane McClean, Meredith Perkins, and our rector Patrick!

And a big shoutout to Peter Jensen and the work he’s been doing to re-direct the water that comes off Monument Road at our entrance. Do take a look, it’s a lovely addition to all of his other offerings.

Have you noticed the backside of the Kimball House (hammersmiths room) & administration building? You may have thought we missed it entirely when it comes to weeding, but not actually. By way of explaining, this is a “project in progress”.

Check the picture and see if you spot the black gutter drainage pipe? This is another area Peter Jensen is helping us with to reroute the water and create a beach garden. What’s that exactly? Stay tuned and watch as it transforms. Oh, the reason we are letting the weeds grow-it’s easier to pull them and be sure we get all the offsprings!

Brian Ridgeway and Ann Pike-Paris

GARDEN PARTY DATES

We have scheduled Saturday Garden Parties on these days:

September 7

October 19 November 16

Arrive around 8:30 - We stop by Noon

MARK YOUR CALENDARS, BRING YOUR TOOLS, AND JOIN US!

We are asking for input as to what might bring more of you to our monthly gatherings:

• A different day of the week?
• A different time?
• Need to learn more about gardens?
• Can’t tell a rose from a dandelion?
• We can teach you, just bring your clippers, a trowel and bucket and we will get you started

Or Contact Ann Pike Paris and let her know when you can spend some time weeding, etc. The campus is large and beautiful, but every hour or two that you can wield your rakes, pruners, and hands helps keep it under control.... Maybe you can adopt an area to tend.... just let Ann know what and where....

CO-SPONSORED HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

HOUSE IN BREWSTER UPDATE

In his book, THE THEOLOGY OF THE HAMMER, Millard Fuller, the founder of Habitat for Humanity wrote: “We do more than just talk and sing about love. We must put faith and love into action to make them real, to make them come alive for people. Faith must be incarnated: that is to say, it must become more than a verbal proclamation or an intellectual assent. True faith must be acted out.”

In and through the CHS Habitat build in Brewster, we see the words of Millard coming to life. CHS folks are resolute in singing about love and talking about faith and putting their songs and words into action.

Over 50 members gave hours of time and talent, faith and love, making the dream of a Habitat Home a reality. They hammered shingles on exterior walls, offered devotions on workdays, prepared snacks for the volunteers, made 5 quilts and 6 bookcases for the families who will own and live in the houses. (These will be on display in the CHS Gallery in September - See information and photos of the quilts and bookcases in that article below) All are giving life to Millard’s dream making homeownership possible for low-income families.

CHS will celebrate the build on Sunday, September 15th in the Parish Hall following worship. Volunteers will be recognized and thanked.

On Thursday, August 29th, Wednesdays September 4th and 11th, and Monday, September 9th, CHS folks are invited for tours of the site and inside of the homes. The address is 26 Red Top Road, park on the site for a private tour.

The Dedication of the houses will be on Saturday, October 19th at 9:30 a.m.

We hope that many CHS folks with be there to meet the families, the volunteers and celebrate visible signs of “faith in action.” And, in ours hearts we will recall Gilbert Meritt and Nat Goddard, two CHS volunteers who knew the meaning of those words.

SAVE THE DATE -

48th ANNUAL ANTIQUE SHOW and SALE

It’s hard to believe that our plans are already underway for the 48th Annual Holiday Antiques Show and Sale! The event is held in the Parish Hall of The Church of the Holy Spirit – Episcopal on:

Ø Friday, November 29^th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ø Saturday, November 30^th 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

We’re excited to welcome 25 esteemed dealers from across New England, offering a stunning array of choice antiques. Discover treasures from the 18th and 19th centuries, including:

Ø Furniture - Nautical items - Quilts - Staffordshire China - Ironstone

Ø Early American Pattern Glass - Jewelry 

 Americana  Brass Candlesticks

Ø Vintage Postcards -  Chocolate and Ice Cream Moulds

Ø Primitives - Textiles -  Folk and Fine Art

This show is a beloved parish tradition, and we’re thrilled to continue it for the 48th year. Advertising has begun and all show proceeds support our parish programs, so your participation makes a meaningful impact. Thank you for your continued support!

Join us and help make this year’s show the best yet! If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering (“manning the gate” reception/entrance, help set up/break down, lunch café), contact me:

774-722-4739. Debbie Meguerdichian, Chair

LOOKING FOR A FEW WILLING VOLUNTEERS

After a COVID hiatus, we are restarting our Monday morning offertory counting teams, tasked with adding up and recording the weekly contributions to our parish.

The idea is to create teams of two to count and record the weekly intake. If we get a large enough volunteer base, this will be a commitment of once every month or two months, so not very burdensome (we already have several volunteers).The process takes about 45 minutes on a Monday morning, starting time flexible.

Skill requirements are modest. The counter needs to be able to use an adding machine. The recorder needs to be able to enter data into a user-friendly data base. Training cheerfully provided!

If you are willing to help, please contact John Harter or Steve Koehler.

SUNDAY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

The Book Discussion Group is currently reading Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World by Katharine Hayhoe (2022). 

The Book Discussion Group will finish our discussion of Saving Us by Katharine Hayhoe on Sunday September 1. If you haven't read this very important (and hopeful) book on addressing climate change, please do!

The group will be on hiatus until January to allow people time to complete the Sacred Ground course. We will let you know as soon as we decide on a book to read in the new year. We'd love to have you join us!

Brian and Brooke-Eaton Skea

FREE SHOP

A happy place for adults and children

Open every Monday & Wednesday - 10 to 1 - Moving back to the lower level of the Parish Hall - the Gathering Room!

Gladly and gratefully accepting “back to school” and FALL clothing!

Please no suits and shoes & boots unless almost perfect!

All clothing donations can be dropped off into Free Shop bins on the first floor

of the Parish Hall by the elevator.

Always grateful for brown paper shopping bags with handles AND

help any Monday or Wednesday!

COME SHOP - COME VISIT - COME SEE

Suzy Gray & Sharyn Laughton - Co-Directors

CHS GALLERY

The CHS Gallery is one of two art galleries on the church campus.

(Galley West is the other)

The CHS Gallery features art by The Church of the Holy Spirit members.

Located in the Reception Room on the East Side of the church,

the gallery is open Monday - Thursday, 10 - 3, and Sundays after church.

The 2025 Calendar is posted in the CHS Gallery

in the window by the gallery door.

Sign up for one month - set up the first day of that month -

take down the last day of the month -

Art can be for exhibit and for sale -

help is always available in setting up your show!

Bring a friend - sit on the sofas - feel the joy of the art on display.

During the week, enter through the side door from the campus courtyard.

One more Sunday - one more week to enjoy and purchase the art of hammered aluminum made by the women and men of Kimball Guild. Don't forget... Kimball Guild has an ongoing display of their work for sale in every Galley West Art Gallery Show

Gifts for the Habitat House

The CHS Gallery for the month of September will feature the five quilt and bookcase gifts that have been crafted by parishioners for the Habitat House sponsored by The Church of the Holy Spirit.

We hope these gifts bring comfort to the family as they make this house a home. The church has many quilters that cut and sewed fabric to make these gorgeous quilts. The quilters include Fay Cole, Margaret Anne Heuss, Jay Haun, Brenda Ridgeway, Donna Tavano, Jean Collins, Bob Collins, Gail Binney-Sterne,

Carol Fitzgerald, Jean Strella, Andi Stubbendick, Anne Koehler,

Ann Pike-Paris, and Priscilla Isner.

Bob Collins built beautiful bookcases for the house. Bob’s woodworking skills are remarkable. Please enjoy the display.

WE ARE LOOKING TOWARDS THE

HOLIDAY MARKET PLACE IN DECEMBER

A group show of art, crafts, jewelry, cards, ornaments, quilts, pottery -

ALL representing the holiday theme. Please speak with Gail Binney Sterne or Sharyn Laughton if you would like to take a part in this festive show.

This is a group event showing and selling your art and crafts.

If interested in participating, let us know!

This show was a huge success last December!

           Sharyn Laughton & Gail Binney Sterne - Curators

GALLEY WEST ART GALLERY

GALLEY WEST AUTUMN SHOW

AUGUST 28 THROUGH OCTOBER 19

Wednesday - Saturday 10 - 2

Thursday to 6

JOIN US AT THE OPENING RECEPTION

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 28; 3 - 5

MEET THE 23 TALENTED ARTISTS

WINTER CALL FOR ART

AUGUST 30 - SEPTEMBER 30

See website instructions on how to enter. www.galleywestartgallery.com

Show dates October 30 - December 21

If you are a year-round or seasonal artist from one of the

8 Lower/Outer Cape Cod Towns, you are eligible to enter our shows.

WANT TO BE A PART OF GALLEY WEST

BUT YOU ARE NOT AN ARTIST?

The Gallery has several ways you can volunteer/help.

Contact Sue Sasso

Have questions about the gallery or entering a show, please contact the gallery at contact@gwagart.com

Sue Sasso - Managing Director & Sharyn Laughton - Creative Art Director

PASTORAL CARE

Did you know our pastoral care ministry will coordinate an occasional meal delivery to those in need to make life a little easier?

If you would like to volunteer to provide a meal for 1 or 2 people on occasion, or to learn about this ministry, contact Patrick or Michele Puzo.

If you are unable to attend one of our Eucharist services and would

like to receive communion at home...or...

If you are in need of a pastoral visit...or...

You or a family member has been admitted to a medical facility

(hospital, skilled care, etc.)...or ...

You want to request prayers for you or a family member or friend...

Please call the church office at (508)-255-0433

or email pastoralcare@chsorleans.org

There is also an Intercessors group that offers confidential prayers. Please email your request to intercessors@chsorleans.org 

CENTERING PRAYER

All are welcome to join us for Centering Prayer during which we sit together in silence for 30 minutes. Our sessions move indoors for the winter.

OUR SUMMER MEETING TIMES & SCHEDULE:

-Mondays at 4:30 pm in the sanctuary of the Federated Church on Main Street in Orleans

-Thursdays at 4:30 pm at CHS in the Memorial Garden weather permitting, or Reception area/gallery.

Contact Brooke Eaton-Skea if you want to learn more about Centering Prayer.

SOME HOLY SPIRIT HISTORY

A Little CHS History… by Sue Sasso

I met Amanda Maguire and her dad, David, one early morning in the Food 4 Kids Kitchen. As usual, we all chat and get to know a little about each other. Amanda, a pre-school teacher in NJ, spends her summers in Harwich with her family. She was sharing she had written a book for young children called Peter the Piping Plover…

Knowing how topical that title is for summer life on Cape Cod, I asked if it was still in print… it was… Since we were successfully selling Galley West Artist Maria Finch Chandler’s book Cape Cod Cones – a field guide to ice cream on Cape Cod & the Islands… I thought a separate book signing for both of these authors would be a fun summer Gallery event.

While we worked in the kitchen, I learned that Amanda’s extended family has a very long history with Church of the Holy Spirit and the Galley West Craft Shop! When I told her “she is a legacy member of Holy Spirit” and by connection to Galley West, the August 1 book signing event took off.

Amanda’s grandmother Muriel Maguire and grandfather David W. Maguire, worshipped at Church of the Holy Spirt starting in 1976 when they moved to Harwich. Sadly, David passed away in 1978, and his ashes are in our columbarium. Muriel remained in Harwich and wanted to do something to honor David and decided to donate the beautiful copper sundial atop a beautiful piece of pink granite that sits right outside Galley West and welcome visitors to the gallery and campus.

In the mid 1980’s, Muriel’s aging mother, Theresa Walters, moved to the Cape to live with Muriel. She would attend Sunday service with Muriel and loved to sit outside the “reception room” on a chair under the cherry tree in the courtyard. When Theresa passed away in 1982, Muriel honored her mother by donating the beautiful pink granite bench that remains under that tree where Theresa would sit.

Muriel passed away in 2006 and her ashes are also in our columbarium. She loved to bird watch and garden and was a frequent customer at Crocker Nursery when it was just a farm stand. In her memory, the Maguire family purchased the pink granite bird bath that still sits in the garden in front of the parish hall… to the left, under the lilac bushes.

Muriel’s family also shared that she was very active during her 30 years at CHS…. She worked with David White on the monthly newsletter, also called Together, and back then required a lot of typing, cutting and pasting pages that then were mimeographed for publication. She was in the Bell Choir, a member of Kimball Guild, worked in the Galley West Gift Shop and I’m sure helped with many Episcopal Church Women (ECW) events and activities.

I hope you enjoyed this little bit of church history and now will appreciate the “specialness” and beauty of the Maguire family’s gifts to us – a sun dial, bench, and bird bath – and will also consider visiting Galley West Art Gallery where you will be able to purchase one of her granddaughter Amanda’s books and cards celebrating Peter the Piping Plover. 

They will remain on sale in the gallery … they would make a wonderful gift to young children in your life, but also fun for all ages who love Cape Cod life.

BENCH

SUN DIAL

BIRD BATH

BIRTHDAYS ~ ANNIVERSARIES ~ REMEMBRANCES

IF YOU WANT TO BE INCLUDED IN OUR BIRTHDAY OR

ANNIVERARY LIST, PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE

BIRTHDAYS

Ann Anderson 8.24

Richard Koeppen 8.25 Page McMahan 8.30

Cynthia Murray 9.2 John Harter 9.3 Ashley Chung 9.4 Suzanne Calsson 9.10 Kate O'Brien 9.12 Susan Sasso 9.13 Gail Binney Sterne 9.14 Dan Lowery 9.14

Dilys Smith 9.16 Matt Jones 9.16 Alexander Gaston 9.19 Chris Crighton 9.20 Meredith Perkins 9.21 Ellen Adamson 9.21 The Rev. Liz Tunney 9.23

Lucas LaBranche 9.24 Donna Bailey 9.25 Arthur Mittelstaedt 9.25 Lillian Kuo 9.26

Arline Consiglio 10.5 Douglas Delano 10.11 Tom Dewing 10.11 Joan Proctor 10.11 Diane Mincieli 10.11 Sally Dewing 10.13 Sean Chung 10.16 Scott Harman 10.16 Charles Dow 10.17 Suzanne Crawford 10.18 Cristina Harter 10.22

Lauren Gentile 10.29 Elizabeth Suraci 10.30 Barbara Wahlquist 10.30

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

Ruth and The Rev. Ken Campbell 8.26 Donna and Earle Bailey 8.27

The Rev. Sue and Bruce Lederhouse 8.29

Jack and Karen Gentile 9/6/1986 Richard and Barbara Koeppen 9/8/1963

Frank and Donna Tavano 9/9/1977 Brian and Brenda Ridgeway 9/13/2014

The Rev. Stephen Jacobson and Diana Erb 9/18.

Matt Jones and Melissa Keeffe 9/22/2001 Matthew and Jamie Thompson 9/23/2000 Charles and Betsy Dow 9/24/1977

Brian Schnetzer and Steve Combs 10/3/2015

Cregg and Karen Sweeney 10/6/1996 John and Cristina Harter 10/7/1978

Hanna Schneider and Dan Lowery 10/9/2022 Tom and Sally Dewing 10/12/1978

Rich and Tracy Weeks 10/13/2000 The Rev. Douglas and Dianne Fromm 10/27/1984

REMEMBRANCES

Edith Houghton 8.22.89 Marion Kachadorian 8.22.07

Constance LoParto 8.22.13 Raymond Price 8.25.01

Frank Pike 8.26.06 William Ridgeway, Priest 8.26.84

V. Janet Seale 8.27.12 Irma Smith 8.27.97

Erick T. Miller 8.29.13 Sue Rightmire 8.30.06

Frank Joy 8.31.07

Edward Warren Schultze    9.01.08 Charles Evans, Priest 9.01.83

Katherine Jones    9.01.98 Harry D. Felsenthal 9.02.09

Vernon Smith 9.02.69 Helen Matel 9.02.22

Gwendolyn Heller Hobbs   9.03.11 Harry Hill Carey   9.04.97

James Graham 9.04.99 Vivian Foy Stacey 9.05.16

Walter Bell, Jr., Priest 9.06.90 Nathalie Johnson   9.07.14

Chuck Farrell 9.07.21 Donna White 9.08.15

Ken Gardiner 9.09.18 Eugene Gieringer 9.09.97

Constance Grosvenor 9.09.10 Patricia Husson 9.10.04

Dorothy Benner 9.11.04 William Calhoun 9.11.06

Hope M. Ford 9.12.02 Janet Skadden 9.12.14

James Townsend, Jr.9.12.99 Ralph Consiglio 9.16.03

Katherine Chapman 9.18.17 Patricia Carey 9.19.17

Ruth Leistensnide 9.19.18 Evan T. Barrington 9.20.13

S. C. Vern Bowman, Priest 9.20.61 William “Rusty” Funnell 9.20.17

H. Jackson Sillcocks 9.22.01 Dona Pike 9.22.20

Mary Tindall 9.22.05 Lawrence Bernhardt 9.24.17

Marian Gray 9.24.09 Lucy Goddard 9.26.96

Ellen Williams 9.26.03 Stephen Erickson 9.27.12

Nancy Heller 9.27.17 Eldora Stevens 9.27.70

Helen Vancil 9.27.99 Jean Hammond 9.28.15

Patricia Bell 9.29.02 Bernie Hutchens 9.29.19

Walter Wilcox 9.29.15

 Clyde Hicks 10.02.07 George Bickel 10.04.87

Ann S. Pike   10.04.15 Jean Smith 10.04.15

Frederick Smith 10.05.87 Cindy Hughes 10.06.17

Joan Chilson    10.07.07 Mildred Rogers 10.07.95

Martha Eldredge   10.11.02 Dorothy Boulton 10.12.06

Florence Kimball 10.12.58 Isabel S. Hutton 10.12.08

Frank C. Smith     10.12.10 Elda Butterworth 10.15.20

Edith Hart  10.16.17 Frank Varga, Jr. 10.16.97

Leo Liatsos   10.18.22 Nancy Bickell 10.20.02

Eleanor Bragdon 10.22.03 Barbara McDowell 10.22.04

Jeff Scott 10.23.23 Nora K. Hersey 10.24.13

Robert Wagner 10.25.17 Frederick C. Heller 10.28.08

Elinor Rust 10.28.11 Mary Webbere 10.28.14

Clyde Bruce MacKenzie 10.29.16 Beatrix Gardiner 10.31.69

  RECENT DEATHS

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Watch over thy children, O'Lord, as their days increase..

Bless and guide them wherever they may be

keeping them unspotted from the world.

Strengthen them when they stand.

comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall.

And in their hearts, may thy peace, which passes all understanding,

Abide all the days of their lives.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.,

ANNOUNCEMENTS

To contact Patrick Ward

email him at pward@chsorleans.org

or

Call the parish office and

leave a message with the answering service.

508-255-0433

Make sure your message includes how Patrick can respond to your call.

CENTERING PRAYER: We are meeting in the sanctuary at the Federated Church of Orleans on Mondays. On Thursdays, weather permitting, we meet in the Memorial Garden... inclement days in the Reception Room at CHS. We do not meet on holidays.

SUNDAY'S GLIMPSE OF THE GOSPEL: The Gospel speaks to us today personally and as a community. Join us Sundays at 8:45 a.m. to delve into the Gospel and pray for one another. We meet in the Fireplace Room and via Zoom. Please contact Tom Dewing for the Zoom link.

WEDNESDAY MORNING PRAYER GROUP: The CHS Morning Prayer Group prays on Wednesdays at 9.00 a.m. from the comfort of their own homes. To receive the coming month's scripture readings for Wednesdays, call or text 508-241-0357.

WHEN THE CHS PARISH OFFICE IS CLOSED, please feel free to drop off any items or pledges in the black mailbox outside of the office door in the courtyard. The office is open Monday - Thursday 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

UPDATED PARISH DIRECTORY: We no longer include member's personal contact information in our communications. Stop by the when the parish office is open to pick up a copy of our updated Parish Directory...or call the Parish Office and we will snail-mail you a hard copy of the current Parish Directory so you can "stay in touch."

CHS WEB SITE UPDATE: To live stream or watch recorded services later, please go to our web site holyspiritorleans.org and click on “VIEW ONLINE”. To download the Sunday Service Bulletin, select “CLICK HERE FOR SUNDAY SERVICE BULLETIN”

SPACE USAGE FORMS: PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE by phone or email office@chsorleans.org with respect to scheduling meetings.

FEELING PINCHED AND STRUGGLING TO MAKE ENDS MEET because of the pandemic's impact on your life, or other reasons? Please contact Patrick Ward. Funds

are available through the Discretionary Fund.

PRAYER REQUEST: Please call the office with your prayer requests at 508-255-0433 and leave a message. They will remain on the CHS Public Prayer List for 4 weeks. If you need them to be on the list for a longer period, please let us know.

PRIVATE INTERCESSORY PRAYER: The CHS Intercessors is a small group of CHS members who are committed to pray regularly for your concerns. If you need private prayer for any reason, please call the Parish Office or you can email the group at intercessors@chsorleans.org Someone will contact you. ALL requests will be held in confidence. 

NO SEPTEMBER TOGETHER

NEXT TOGETHER DEADLINE IS

MONDAY OCTOBER 21, 6:00 FIRM

YOU WILL GET INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE NEW EDITIOR

BRENDA RIDGEWAY

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS

Details on each event are included in articles above.

• August 28 - Galley West Art Gallery Autumn Show Opening Reception 3 - 5
• August 29, September 4, 9, 11 - Tour the Brewster Habitat House

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• September 2 -Labor Day - CAMPUS CLOSED
• September 5 - Ladies' Luncheon - Parish Hall
• September 7 - Garden Party
• September 8 - Parish Picnic - lawn in front of Galley West
• September 15 - Church School Starts - Gathering Room
• September 15 - Habitat Volunteer Recognition Celebration - Parish Hall
• September 16 - Monday Night Book Group - at Cheryl Kyle's home
• September 26 - Cape & Island Deanery meeting at Holy Spirit

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• October 3 - Ladies Luncheon - Parish Hall
• October 6 - Blessing of the Animals - outside Galley West
• October 14 - Indigenous People Day - CAMPUS CLOSED
• October 19 - Brewster Habitat House Blessing
• October 19 - Bishop Whitworth Consecration - Trinity Boston
• October 19 - Garden Party

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Looking Ahead:

• November 1 - 3 - Youth Group Weekend at Barbara Harris Camp
• November 2 - Holiday Bazaar
• November 9 - Diocesan Convention
• November 16 - Garden Party
• November 28 - Thanksgiving - CAMPUS CLOSED
• November 29 & 30 Antique Show

PARISH OFFICE IS CLOSED ON FRIDAYS

DIOCESE of MASSACHUSETTS COMMUNICATIONS

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Sue Sasso, Together Editor

Kate Paradise, Parish Photographer