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What's happening this week at St. Paul's


January 4-10, 2026

 
 

Upcoming Events & News

 

Discretionary Fund: This Sunday the loose plate offering (gifts not designated for pledges, building, etc.) will be deposited into the Rector’s Discretionary Fund.  


Office Hours: For the week of January 12-16, I will be out of the office Wednesday, the 14th and will be in the office Thursday from 1:00 pm-5:00 pm and Friday from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. -Katie


Pledge 2026: The theme for our stewardship campaign this year focuses on the stories we tell and the ways we are called to share our words, our actions, our love, and our joy with the world. Please prayerfully consider how you can share your treasure, time, and talents. Total 2026 pledges currently entered are 42 at $143,780. 2025 pledges were 57 at $209,994 of which $175,851.56 has been received.  


Vestry Nominations: We are taking nominations for the Vestry class of 2029 (2026-2029). During our annual meeting on March 1st, three people will be elected. Please contact any current Vestry member or the church office with your nominations.


The Chosen Viewing: Starting in January 2026, the Chosen group is starting back with Season 1, Episode 1 on Tuesdays from 3:30-5:00. Season 4 is still showing on Mondays from 5:00-6:30; anyone who is attending the Season 1 viewing is welcome to join the Season 4 group as well.


Adult Sunday School: Adult Sunday School is reading Adam Hamilton book, The Walk, and we will continue meeting at 9:15 each Sunday morning in the Parish Hall. Come see what it's all about!!


Children’s Sunday School: Children's Sunday School will have a Year of Service this year. For anyone who is homebound and needs help or assistance with small tasks, please reach out to the church office. Children's Sunday School also plans on helping with the Care Team as well.


Mark Your Calendar:

  • Children’s Sunday School: Sunday, January 4th & 18th at 9:30 am
  • Care Team Meeting: Sunday, January 11th after the 10:30 service during coffee hour
  • Coffee Hour: After the service, everyone is invited to the Parish House (two lefts at the bottom of the steps) for refreshments and fellowship
  • Adult Sunday School: Sundays, 9:15 am in the Parish Hall


Blessing Box/Nursing Home Items: We are collecting personal care items for nursing homes as well as items for the blessing box! Ideas for the nursing home- lotion, Kleenex (travel size), warm fuzzy socks, small throw blankets, wipes, etc. Ideas about what to donate for the Blessing Box? Rice Krispie treats, pop tarts, ramen noodles, fruit snacks, granola bars, or chips work! Thank you! 😊

St. Paul’s Prayer List:


Prayer requests will stay on the Parish Prayer List for four weeks with the exception of parishioners with ongoing needs. If you wish a prayer request to remain on the list, please call the office to renew the request.


Intercessions: Jamie Bridgers, Ann Rhodes, Jim & Deb Johnson, Patricia Smith, Joan Davidson, Matt Stephenson, John & Susan Dempsey, Ellen Massey, Bill Olson, Cindy Perkey, Isabelle Tenace, Dana & Bob Teichart, Machelle Christiansen, Ardis Gillespie, Martha Healey, Mike Mundy, Natalie Molineaux, and Jim Longenbach.


Intercessions for Family & Friends: Kitten Lawless, DeAnna McCool, Robin Goertz, Gerry Goertz & Jinny Goertz, Tom & Kathy Celestine, David Smith, Lucy Harris, Adam M, Charlotte, Daniel & Steven King, Sherry Snow, Mark Higginbotham, Danny Yeager, Shannon Bohnert, Micah Jordon, Rodney Brady, John V. Miller, Ben Handford, Jim Reynolds, Peggy Comer, Kristin, Georgina Mosser, Kristi Smith, Raymond Staggs, Gary & Phylis Bratton, Connie Barnett, Q, James & Lois Work, Wilma, Edie Knowles, Mitchell Dobson, Sharon Runyan, Eleanor, Ian Young, Shelly & Heath Wooldridge, Walter Hopper, Linda Brewer, Sarah Mosser, Nicole Haskins, Linda Healey Morgan, Ina Bolten, Sandra Coe, the Teague Family, Kera Cook & family, Jacquline Levy, Gina, Linda, Autumn & Our Father’s Table, and Hank Pearce.


In Memoriam: Katherine Stroud.



Birthdays & Anniversaries: Kristian Ameigh (1/9) and Steve & Ellen Massey (1/7).

Lay Ministers Serving This Sunday

Officiant (8:00): Sarah Harmon

Officiant (10:30): Brenda Bittle

Chalice Bearer (8:00): Kristian Ameigh

Chalice Bearer (10:30): Paul Hance

Lector: Pam Baxter

Ushers: Brenda & Nikki Bittle

Technical Support: Jon Healey

Coffee Hour: Beverly Grigsby

Altar Guild: Judy Purnell & Jo Cargill-Krug


Community Meal (1/7/2026): Team Wray





This Sunday's altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for Karis Bufford Ford and in celebration of her thirteenth birthday by her parents, Dwight Ford & Alan Bufford.

An Altar Guild Message from Jo Cargill-Krug:


I’ve been serving St. Paul’s as Altar Guild director for at least 20 years (I never counted). It has enriched my love and understanding of the worship service and has given me a chance to serve the church I love. I’m not stepping down (yet) but I know that someone else needs to step up and learn the whys and wherefores of the job. It would be unfair to wait until I get run over by a bus and let those left try to figure it all out.


I have asked Rhonda Mundy to be my director-in-training and she has agreed. I picked her because she loves altar work and she a lot younger than I am. I will be with her at least for the better part of 2026 to guide her. After that she is more than capable.


Rhonda will be coordinating the altar flower schedule so please call or text her at 870-612-0928 to reserve your dates. She will notify the church office.


We have a wonderful group of 20 volunteers doing the work of Altar Guild. They contribute greatly to the efficiency and beauty of our worship services. Thanks to you all.

Recap: Rector Announcement

The Rev. Carolyne's New Year Eve Message to St. Paul's


Sarah Harmon's Letter


The Rev. Carolyne's Bio


Carolyne's Letter

Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8am-12pm. Tuesday closing hours vary between 11 am & 12pm; a Facebook post the day of should be posted of the hours that day. The office is closed on Friday.

 


Postal Address:

P.O. Box 2255 Batesville, AR 72503-2255

Phone:

870-793-2203

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