November 27, 2024

Photo by Cynthia Murray

CHS Thanksgiving Service

Thursday, November 28, 2024 @ 9 a.m.

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A MESSAGE FROM PATRICK

ON THANKS

Something that sounds good sometimes turns out to be a terrible idea. Perhaps an odd opinion coming from a parish priest but: compelling those around the Thanksgiving table to offer a personal word of thanks before anyone can eat is an example.

I was once warned about this practice by a parishioner in her eighty-ninth year. "It's hard enough to get that meal on the table hot," said Joan tartly. She was due the next day at her adult son's Thanksgiving feast. "Why do we have to let it cool off even more by forcing everyone into outperforming each other?" Joan had a reputation in our parish as a doesn't-suffer-fools truth-teller. "Certainly we can share our thanks and eat at the same time! That sounds like a good dinner conversation to me. The before-eating stuff is just pious junk."

Years after her death now, I remember Joan regularly, smile at what she said, laugh at what she might say. She's one of a number of people -- family, friends, parishioners -- present now only in memory and prayer each year as Thanksgiving and Advent approach. Vivid, untrammeled authentic selves. Having known each of them was to have been somehow enlarged. You have your own roster, I'm sure.

Perhaps that is the saving dimension of gratitude -- its tug up and outward. Out of the dark of self-centeredness and towards any number of points of light. Towards God in Christ for those of us who share the faith. And towards the beauty and generosity and wisdom made known to all of us in nature, in art and in the continuing witness and wisdom of others.

Thanksgiving blessings to you today. I am thankful for the common life we share at The Church of the Holy Spirit. And I'm looking forward to the Advent journey we begin together this coming Sunday!

Faithfully and fondly,

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

The Church of the Holy Spirit held a wonderful Holiday Bazaar on November 2, attended by all of you as volunteers and sellers and buyers and eaters of a delicious lunch! Thank you all for coming and making it such a joyful occasion. We grossed over $18,000 and netted over $16,000! An amazing record. Thank you to Nancy Boccia and her team for organizing this amazing annual event.

On Sunday, November 3, All Saints /All Souls, Patrick introduced the Parish to a new venture: The Florence Kimball Society.  He introduced us to many people who have made legacies to the parish, starting with Florence Kimball who gave the land and her home for our future use. We remembered these people as their photos were projected. Please talk to Patrick or John Harter, our Treasurer, if you desire more information about joining the Florence Kimball Society.

The Vestry met on November 21 and received a report from Cris Harter on the Diocesan Convention attended by Cris with Cynthia Murray and Patrick. Cris was impressed by the New Bishop, The Right Reverend Julia Whitworth, and by the organization of some 500 clergy and lay delegates to be able to gather, dine, listen, sing, receive Eucharist, and vote, all in good order, in a large ballroom. 

John Harter (Treasurer) reported that income is on budget, with Bazaar income to be added next month; expenses look good for this month, but we have the financial audit to pay for before year-end. Property expenses and outside contractors are slightly over budget. The collection for hurricane relief through ERD (Episcopal Relief and Development) during the Election Eve service amounted to over $750. 

We have received a few comments from the Diocesan Standing Committee on the proposed revision of our by-laws. Sarah Gregory and her team are including these and hope to present the result to the vestry in December and to the parish for approval at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 2. More information to come!

Neighborhood Tables gatherings have begun, and we hope you are enjoying meeting new people as well as reconnecting with old friends.



The Nominating Committee has completed their task of building a slate of people for the various open positions in our leadership. This will be presented to the vestry in December, and the slate will be announced in January with the Warrant for the Annual Meeting.

The Antiques Show will be held this weekend on Friday and Saturday – please drop by and give some old items a new life, as Patrick has suggested in his weekly announcements.

Also, please join us on Friday, December 6, at 5:30 p.m. for a new event: the Feast of the Little Candles, a Colombian tradition with candles, prayers and food, which is being organized by parishioner Monica Montoya-Quintero and her team with Patrick. 

Happy Thanksgiving, and as always, thank you for your prayers and support,

Priscilla Isner and Celia Calhoun, Co-Wardens

Pictured above right: Steeple at CHS (Photo by Roger Lovejoy)

Above left: Neighborhood table at home of Nancy and Carlo Boccia (Photo by Rev. Patrick Ward)

HOLIDAY BAZAAR REPORT

Above: L to R: John Harter, Dianne Fromm, Joy Blanchet selling beautifully prepared items at our Food Table.

After months of planning and work, the 2024 Holiday Bazaar is now a wonderful memory. It was a sunny day filled with excitement as we opened the doors to a line of people ready to shop and enjoy being at The Church of the Holy Spirit.

The Parish Hall looked amazing, with a beautifully decorated tree on the stage, garlands, and twinkly lights, setting the stage for the most successful bazaar yet. Guests were warmly greeted and enjoyed complimentary cider and cookies in the Gathering Room.

Thanks to Sue Sasso, we had a large group of artists this year and utilized both the Parish Hall and the lower level. Many join us each year and report that it is their favorite show and is always successful.

In addition to the artists, we host several tables whose profits all go to the Church. The food table, lead by Cris Harter and Cynthia Murray is a highlight on so many levels. Volunteers provided all the items and thanks to you, we surpassed last year’s sales and contributions! Over 2200 cookies were donated, along with cakes, pies, bread, jams, pumpkins, candy and so much more. We are so grateful to the congregation for all you did to make this a huge success.

Many of you also donated items for our themed baskets. We had 33 baskets – another record -- and appreciate all your donations. The baskets were gorgeous, and thanks go to Cris Harter and Priscilla Isner for their time and talent.

The jewelry tables also set a record for sales. Led by Suzy Gray, this team worked for months, collecting, cleaning, sorting, and pricing the donations. This year, the tables looked especially beautiful, and we are grateful to Suzy, Gray, Gail Binney-Sterne, and Floranne Reagan for the many hours preparing. 

The CHS Café was busy all day, and so many enjoyed the delicious food served. Brenda Ridgeway led the team, and we are delighted to report that they sold out of everything! Michele Puzo, Julie Thompson and Lynn van Norman made the Café the place to be!

The cheese table, led by Ruth Campbell, offered samples of delicious Cabot cheese and is always a favorite!

Elizabeth Merritt and team once again managed the book room, and we are always so excited to see how the children (and adults!) enjoy browsing.

Others on the team included Roger Lovejoy, who was instrumental with décor and created reels for social media that had 3000 views! He also led the hammering demonstration and scavenger hunt for kids. Jack Sasso managed a tour of the church's art and with docents, welcomed over 60 guests. Celia Calhoun and Meg Nemitz managed volunteers (a huge task), and Kate Paradise assisted with ads and social media. None of this would be possible without the support of our Rector, Patrick. Patrick attended all our meetings and provided amazing insights and support – we are ever grateful.

If you would like to know more about the Bazaar and hopefully become part of the team for 2025, we would love to have you!

Thank you all! 

Nancy Boccia

Volunteers Cynthia Murray, Cris Harter, Arlene Barrett, Sue Sasso, Andi Stubbendick, and Celia Calhoun enjoy a break from packaging the bounty!

Kimball Guild member Jane Affleck at her post in the Fireplace room.

Cris Harter selling her original handmade cards.

Bazaar photos by Liz Tunney and Cynthia Murray.

2024 ANNUAL EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF MASSACHUSETTS CONVENTION

Clergy and lay delegates from eastern Massachusetts Episcopal congregations gathered in Quincy for the 239th annual Diocesan Convention on November 9, with their new bishop, the Rt. Rev. Julia E. Whitworth, in the chair and an invitation to consider together what it means to be "One Body in Christ, Members One of Another"–this year's convention theme. 

Delegates from the Church of the Holy Spirit, Orleans who attended Convention included Cynthia Murray (in place of Kate Paradise), Cris Harter and the Reverend Patrick Ward.  

As part of the day's business, the convention approved the $9.2-million diocesan budget proposed for 2025 and passed resolutions adopting a new antiracism formation program for the diocese and marking the 300th anniversary of the Boston Episcopal Charitable Society.

Convention recognized Bishop Carol J.W.T. Gallagher, who has served the diocese as assistant bishop for two years, and was a regional canon for four years prior to that. She will be concluding her work in the diocese as of December 31 in preparation for retirement. Convention gave its approval for Bishop Whitworth, at her discretion, to appoint an assistant bishop in the year to come. 

Submitted by Cris Harter, Diocesan Delegate

Assistant Bishop Carol J. Gallagher seated next to Bishop Julia Whitworth at the Convention. Photo by Tracy J. Sukraw

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

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 

TUESDAYS @ TWO

Do you enjoy a good card game or a round of Scrabble with a nice cup of tea or Fellowship with other parishioners?

Pastoral Care has just the answer!

Where: The Fireplace Room

When: First and third Tuesdays of each month @ 2:00 p.m.

OUTREACH NEWS

From Champ Homes Supporter Spotlight:

The Church of the Holy Spirit recognizes Champ Homes as one of the most vital charitable organizations on Cape Cod. Their excellent leadership and impressive results in helping clients regain independence and rebuild their lives have inspired our annual contribution for years.

The Church's Outreach Committee has visited Champ Homes regularly, witnessing the transformative work being done firsthand. These experiences have deepened our understanding of their mission and strengthened our relationships with their dedicated staff. We believe in Champ's commitment to empowering people, which fuels our eagerness to support their efforts.

While we collaborate with more than 20 local organizations, we view these partnerships as essential for maximizing our collective impact. Supporting Champ Homes is a priority because we believe that working together amplifies our ability to serve those in need. We are pleased to nurture our relationship with Champ Homes and the community they serve. For more information about Champ Homes, please speak with Outreach Liaison to Champ Homes, Page McMahan.

Rev. Bill Heuss in the Calming Nook at the new Anne McManus Center at the new Latham Center buildings in Brewster which opened on November 22, 2024.

Latham Center is another of our local partners. For more information about Latham Center, please contact Brooke Eaton-Skea, Liaison.



MARK THESE CHURCH SCHOOL DATES!!

Hello all,  

Here’s what’s new in Church School--

A few of us headed off to the Barbara Harris Camp for a work weekend on November 2-3 and had a wonderful time! In addition to cleaning up and repairing, we were able to enjoy nature and the beauty of fall. 

In December we are looking forward to Advent Wreath Making on December 1^st in the Parish Hall after church. All are welcome!! Please feel free to bring some greens to donate. The Church School will provide candles and large and small oasis wreaths to fill. 

On December 6^th we are looking forward to sharing an evening of candle lighting for the “Feast of the Little Candles” With Monica , Xavier, Simon, and Monolo,  as well as more folks from the Columbian community. The service will be followed with shared fellowship in the Parish Hall.  

On December 14^th at 4:00 PM, we will have a REHEARSAL for the Christmas Eve Pageant followed by GINGERBREAD  HOUSE  MAKING  and PIZZA  in the Parish Hall!  Please join us! Just let Hanna or Matt know if you will be making a gingerbread house with us that evening.  The actual Pageant will be held on Christmas Eve at the 4:30 Service.  If you know anyone (children or grandchildren) who would be interested in being part of this very special service, please invite them to join us on December 14th!

On Sunday, December 15th, the Church School will once again be crafting ornaments for the children to bring home to their families.

On December 22nd, following the Youth Sunday Service where our children participate and share roles during the service, we will be bringing games to play with the congregation. We will also be hosting coffee hour! This is a way for our youth to connect with everyone on a more personal level and also for us all to laugh and have fun together. Come join us!

On December 29th, there will be NO CHURCH SCHOOL, but Ruth will show a Christmas movie in the large classroom downstairs during the service

Our Epiphany Pageant will be held on January 5th. There will be NO CHURCH SCHOOL on this day also. We will all be in church, and those who wish to participate in the Pageant along with the Magi are welcome to do so!

Please watch for more information posted to donate candy for decorating our gingerbread houses,  as well as a sign up to participate in our Epiphany Troupe to be held on January 5^th.

Pictured above: Ruth presents an Advent lesson to her Church School class! 

FRESH HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS

FRESH HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS SALE!!

Thursday, December 12 Through Saturday, December 14, 10 am - 3 pm

Hello again, Holy Spirit Family! We are only days away from the chance to buy a beautiful fresh greens arrangement to decorate your home, or perhaps  someone else’s.

Our prices for our centerpieces, swags and mantel boughs are hard to match anywhere else in town. And our proceeds go directly to local outreach partners such as Food 4 Kids, Habitat for Humanity, and Lower Cape Outreach. 

So, mark your calendars and invite your friends!.

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN HELP:

Setting Up - December 9 at 9am   Help us bring supplies down from the attic and set up around the Parish Hall.

Arranging Greens - December 10, 11, 12, and 13, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm  

If you have some experience arranging fresh greens and enjoy decorating them with holiday materials, we could use more people to help us this year. You can get a little refresher at any of several YouTube tutorials by searching "How to make fresh greens arrangements”. 

Please call Dotty Walsh or Nancy Ludewig if you'd like to join us in these creative and festive activities.

Upcycling - If you have vases, baskets, sleighs, acorns, bird nests, bird feathers or gently used decorations from previous years that you no longer have a use for, we would be happy to receive them to create something new. You can leave them in the box marked “Holiday Arrangement Items” on the table in the Parish Hall.



Pruning - If you plan to prune, we will gladly receive the clippings from your shrubs and trees (White Pine, Leland Cypress, fir, rhododendron and any other evergreens, except holly). Kindly bring them in lawn bags to the west side deck of the Parish Hall the weekend of December 7/8 -- the fresher the better.

SUNDAY BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

The Book Discussion Group will be starting up again on Sunday, January 5, after the service. We will meet in the fireplace room to discuss The False White Gospel by Jim Wallis.

"A major new work by The New York Times bestselling author, arguing that the answer to bad religion is true faith that will help re-found democracy.  It is time, says Jim Wallis, to call out genuine faith―specifically the 'Christian' in White Christian Nationalism―inviting all who can be persuaded to reject and help dismantle a false gospel that propagates white supremacy and autocracy...

Wallis is a teacher, preacher, justice advocate, regular international commentator on ethics and public life. He is a New York Times bestselling author of twelve books, served on President Obama's White House Advisory Council on Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships and has taught faith and public life courses at Harvard and Georgetown University." (Goodreads). 

We look forward to bringing the book group together again. Please come and join us!

Brooke and Brian Skea

LADIES LUNCHEON

It will be December very soon and we start the month with Ladies Lunch on December 5th! Mark your calendar, talk it up with people you meet, and come join us as you begin the busiest month of the year!

Volunteers this month are: Paper Goods - Joanie Barnes; Table decorations - Gail Binney Sterne; Juice/Tea - Ginny Lucil; and Dessert - Ruth Campbell. Bring your own sandwich or salad and the rest will be waiting for you. Arrive about 11:45 and chat with everyone before we sit down at 12:00. It’s always a pleasure to be with all of you.

Blessings,

Fay Cole

BUILDINGS & GROUNDS

As we end 2024 your B&G committee, Finance Committee, and Vestry have approved a requested new workstation table for the Kimball House. It will accommodate 6 additional crafts volunteers with better workspaces and safe electrical access. The volunteer team is growing, and the project will be built in early 2025.

Secondly, in early 2025, the #2 boiler in the Parish Hall will be replaced, as it is starting to fail. B&G, Finance Committee, and Vestry approved this project at their November meetings.

Additional projects under review for 2025 are:

• Stairs from walkway behind Kimball house to parking in spring 2025
• All metal railings on campus; strip all old paint off, prime and paint.
• Replace all shingles along reception room wall facing Monument Road and original wall behind organ. 
• Repair and repaint various trim, rakes, gables campus wide.

Grounds Report 

Hard to believe, another growing season has ended. The campus has undergone many updates, changes, overall cleanups and long overdue maintenance.  None of this would be possible without all the gracious, dedicated volunteers who weeded, chopped, dug, lugged, planted, trimmed and came at all times of the week. 

With the expert professional help of Meredith Perkins, we now have plans to simplify and maintain the grounds. With Peter Jensen’s talents of redirecting the rainwater and further beautification, we may finally be ahead of the washout and runoff we get with our rains.

So, to each of you who gave so many hours, a huge, heartfelt thanks. Whether it was once or every Garden Party, all your efforts were needed and so appreciated. And some of you come when no one sees you, so thank you, Garden Angels.

Thank you for the hours you’ve given, we have been so blessed! To the fantastic volunteers:

Dave Blanchet, Chuck Dow, Celia Calhoun, Fay & Ike Cole, Carol Baffi-Dugan, Sarah & Rich Gregory, Peter Jensen, Dann Jung, Cheryl Kyle, Roger Lovejoy, Jane McLean, Sue McDormand, Meredith Perkins, Brian Ridgeway, Hanna Schneider, Lynn Van Norman, and Patrick Ward.  And if I’ve missed anyone, please know your efforts have not gone unnoticed!!

Brian Ridgeway & Ann Pike-Paris

Sarah Gregory and Roger Lovejoy digging in front of the solar panels.

Peter Jensen replacing a log into the ground, building back the soil. Gardening photos by Ann Pike-Paris

Above: Photo of church by Roger Lovejoy

FREE SHOP

THE FREE SHOP

A HAPPY PLACE FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN!

COME SEE - COME VISIT - COME SHOP 

Open every Monday & Wednesday - 10 to 1

Gratefully receiving your WINTER clothing donations! "Drop off" clothing bins located on first floor of the Parish Hall by the elevator.

Please no men’s suits and only shoes and boots in almost perfect condition!

All set with brown shopping bags with handles until further notice!

Many thanks for your continued support of this CHS ministry in the Gathering Room

and Nurse’s station at Nauset High School………especially “active” during the holiday

and winter days/weeks/months.

Sharyn Laughton & Suzy Gray - Co Directors

CHS GALLERY

In the CHS Gallery for the month of December and one week beyond (January 6, 2025)…………….

HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE……………….

featuring the art & crafts of Ellen Adamson,

Nikki Carter, Jean Collins, Dianne Fromm,

Cris Harter, Kimball Guild, Sharyn Laughton, Pia MacKenzie, Sue Sasso, Gail Binney Sterne, Norman Stubbendick, Andrea Stubbendick, Donna Tavano, and Janet Winter 

An exciting creative joy filled show by CHS artists/crafters…………………ENJOY!

Sharyn Laughton & Gail Binney Sterne - Curators

Welcome to the Holiday

Marketplace! (Photo by Sharyn Laughton)

GALLEY WEST ART GALLERY

GALLEY WEST ART GALLERY

WINTER SHOW 2024

Open through December 21

Wednesday – Saturday 10 – 2; Thursday until 6

Open on Sundays after service until 12:30

Have you considered giving special gifts of art

this holiday season?

 Come to Galley West Art Gallery! 

Immerse yourself in a world where the gallery itself is a piece of art filled with one-of-a-kind works in all media by 33 talented artists from the Lower and Outer Cape. We also feature items made by the CHS Kimball Guild. Winter Show sales have been great... and that means new art has been added ...so... don't delay! Stop in!

The Gallery will close for the winter and open again in the spring.

The 2025 show season will be posted on our website in January. www.galleywestartgallery.com If you are an artist, we hope you will think about entering our 2025 Shows.

Or would you like to join our team in some way and help the gallery? We have several opportunities for you to consider. Contact Sue Sasso or Sharyn Laughton at contact@gwagart.com

Have a Blessed Christmas and Happy and Healthy New Year.

Sue Sasso - Director & Sharyn Laughton - Creative Art Director

BIRTHDAYS - ANNIVERSARIES -REMEMBRANCES

IF YOU WANT TO BE INCLUDED IN OUR BIRTHDAY OR

ANNIVERARY LIST, PLEASE CONTACT THE PARISH OFFICE

BIRTHDAYS

Priscilla Isner 11.29 Bruce Henley 11.29 Robert LaBranche 11.30 Karen Gardner 11.30

Raymond Thompson 11.30

Jennifer Marlin 12.3 Linda Mason 12.4 Frank Tavano 12.5 Cindy Schultz 12.6

Monica Montoya-Quintero 12.8 Hanna Schneider 12.9 Walter Morgan 12.10

Charlotte Ruth LaBranche 12.11 Hanna Sweeney 12.16 Fin LaBranch 12.1 Barbara Koeppen 12.17 Fay Cole 12.19 Donald Bragdon 12.21 Betsie Lind 12.23 Joan Payne 12.23 Bruce Lederhouse 12.24 Kathryn Hubby 12.25 Barbara Sousa 12.28 Natalie Sweeney12.28 Cai McLaughlin 12.29

Peter Blank 12.31 Carolyn Bernhardt 12.31 Peggy Gerber12.31

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

No Anniversaries this month

REMEMBRANCES

Myrtle Haynie 11.28.07 Robert A. LaBranche, Sr. 11.28.19 Adrienne Smith 11.29.05

Donald Clifton 11.29.08 David Moore 11.29.15

Gladys Gombos 12.01.11 Florence Adams 12.01.13 Marlene Hoey 12.03.22

Gerald Downs  12.04.03 Jay Duvanier Lucil 12.05.00 Douglas N. MacArthur  12.05.10

Pete Miller  12.05.09 August Yearing 12.05.98 Pearle C.S. Richards 12.06.10

Richard C. Wagner 12.06.13 John Brigham 12.07.02 Gustav A. Karlson 12.07.07

Dorothy Cross 12.7.21 Francis Patrick Ames 12.08.11 Eliza Jackson Ewing 12.10.13

Vera Richards  12.10.05 Florence Adams 12.11.13 Laryssa Lambros 12.12.19

George Stierwald 12.12.03 Brian Howe 12.13.22 Hedwig K. O’Hara 12.14.10                      

John Enochs 12.15.02 Stephanie Gray 12.15.18 Jane Wiedenman 12.15.23

Ruth Evans Jones 12.16.22 Elizabeth Hicks 12.18.99 James Woodburn, Sr. 12.18.99

Jane Nixon 12.18.21 DD Sillcocks  12.19.02 Gerald Gilmore  12.20.14

Elizabeth Clarendon 12.21.78 Wallace Ruckert  12.21.03 Christian Gironda 12.22.92

Selwyn Miles  12.22.93 Elizabeth Ruckert  12.23.88 Betty Yearing 12.23.19

Bev Dreher 12.24.20 Harold Foley 12.25.03 Mac MacDonald 12.25.03

Charles Wood 12.26.19 Norman Adams 12.28.14 Karen Blank 12.29.01

Nat Goddard 12.30.19 Muriel Helen Scully 12.30.11

Leila Tupman 12.31.22

 RECENT DEATHS

Barbara Mahoney 11.9.24

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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.,

CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS

• Thursday, November 28 - Thanksgiving Service (9:00 a.m.)
• Friday & Saturday, November 29 - 30 - Antique Show (10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday)

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• Sunday, December 1 - Advent Wreath Making in Parish Hall following Church Service (11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
• Thursday, December 5 - Ladies' Lunch (11:45 a.m.)
• Friday, December 6 - Dia de las Velitas/Feast of the Little Candles (5:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• Thursday-Saturday, December 12 - 14 Fresh Holiday Arrangements Sale (10 am - 3 pm)
• Wednesday, December 18 - Advent Lessons and Carols (5:30 - 7 p.m.)
• Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve Pageant and Holy Eucharist (4:30 p.m.)
• Tuesday, December 24 - Christmas Eve and Holy Eucharist (8 p.m.)
• Wednesday, December 25 - Christmas Day and Holy Eucharist (10 a.m.)

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• Sunday, January 5 - Magi Story in Church followed by Brunch in Parish Hall (10 a.m.)

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