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Weekly Postings October 16 - October 25, 2026

 
 

Lessons for this Sunday

21st Sunday after Pentecost (Track 2)

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2027 Annual Pledge Campaign

Daughters of the King

Installation Last Sunday


At Saint Paul's, the Saint Ruth Byllesby Chapter of the Daughters of the King pray daily for our parish prayer list, for our college students, and also for a Confidential Prayer List. You will find the prayer card in the pew, and you can give your prayer request to any member of the Daughters. Your most private needs should be shared in person with clergy who will discern how and what to give to DoK. For more information about the Daughters, contact Kathleen Fickling.

 
 
 
 

Sign up for a Stewardship Gathering

 
 

Please sign up for one of our stewardship gatherings in October. Join others in fellowship, conversation, and discussion about the importance of giving and what our giving says about where we place our priorities and our trust. 


There are two more dates and times to choose. Please take a moment to sign up for a stewardship gathering using the link below. You're welcome to choose the date that suits you best. You may also sign up by sending an email to Toni Clayton at tclayton@saintpauls.org..


In the abundance we have been given may we all consider our own calling to give abundantly as well. 


Fall Stewardship Gatherings


  • Wednesday, October 21, 5:30pm, The home of Julie and Billy Badger; Beverages and hors d’oeuvres


  • Tuesday, October 27, 6:00pm; The home of Linda Hardy; Beverages and hors d’oeuvres; Children are welcome!
 

THIS WEEKEND | October 17

 

W.E.E.M. TEAM at the Miracle Mile Walk

Saturday, October 17, 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Meet at Saint Paul's


Please join THE W.E.E.M. TEAM and let's walk together! 


W.E.E.M. is making the Piedmont Miracle Mile Walk a part of our yearly programming and would like to make a supportive impact for women across the globe and especially in the CSRA! Several Women of W.E.E.M. have fought this fight and are survivors. We have those still in the fight and have life-changing stories to share. Let us remember our former members, family, neighbors, and friends who were also brave, healed, and now are at peace with the Lord. Our participation will touch many.


Sign up using the link below.

 

EYC (grades 6-12) Service Date

Saturday, October 17, Offsite


EYC will serve at the ASPCA at 11:00 AM volunteering with the animals and making cat houses. Please RSVP to Aubrey.



 

THIS SUNDAY | October 18

 

A Birthday Card for Margaret Lodi

With love from her Church Family

Help us celebrate with Margaret Lodi who turns 105 years old on October 29! Though she has not attended church in person recently, Margaret receives communion from a Eucharistic Visitor each month. Help us send well wishes to our oldest member from her church family by signing the card in the narthex on Sunday.

 

Sunday Worship Schedule for 10/18/26

8 AM Rite I

11 AM Rite II

11 AM Facebook Live

11 AM YouTube Live

5:30 PM - Celtic Evening Prayer & Communion


All of our Sunday worship services are in-person.

 

Sunday Breakfast

Sunday, 9 AM, in Tyler Hall


Busy morning? Breakfast with your friends at Saint Paul's instead! We have hot meal for breakfast this Sunday in Tyler Hall at 9 AM. Donations welcomed.

 

The Nursery will be open Sun, October 18

9:20 AM - 12:30 PM


We are pleased to announce that the Saint Paul’s nursery is open for children 6 weeks to 4 years of age. The nursery will be available this Sunday morning beginning at 9:20 AM.

 

Sunday Forum

Questions of Faith: "If God is Father, does that mean that God is a dude?"

October 18, 9:30 AM, The Berlin Room


This week at the Sunday Forum, we continue our journey through the Catechism with the question, "If God is Father, does that mean that God is a dude?" (Note: that is not a quote from the Prayer Book.) We'll explore some of the basics of how we talk about things that exceed the capacity of human language, and the role metaphor and symbol play in shaping our faith.

 

Children's Choirs

Sundays, 9:25 - 10 AM


The Canterbury Choir (children in grades 3-9 and the St. Nicholas Choir (Pre-K through grade 2) rehearse Sundays 9:25-10:00 AM. If you or any family or friends are interested in the choir program, please email Director of Music, Keith Shafer or call (706) 724-2485 ext. 215.

 

Godly Play 

4K – 2nd Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM
St. Francis Room


Teachers: Sara Dimsdale-Ha, Kim Butler, and Pam Wynn


Godly Play follows the circle of the Church year and is a space where children of all ages learn the stories of God and the language of the Christian people in a Montessori style format. It is a space that gives permission to play, wonder and allow for big questions.  

 

Upper Elementary 

3rd-5th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM

St. Patrick Room 


Teachers: Jackie Pingel and Janet Olson


Each week’s lesson helps our children understand the Church’s beliefs and practices following the model of the Holy Eucharist: gather, tell the sacred story, pray, share and send forth. Laughter and creativity are woven throughout. 


 

The Wayfinders: Middle School 

6th-8th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM 

The St. Benedict Room 


Teachers: Kitty Gordon, Adair Blackwood, and Abby Rafoth


Discovering faith, step by step, children will reflect on the Episcopal tradition of being on a journey of faith, inviting students into identity and purpose.  


 

High School Formation 

9th-12th Grade 

Sunday Mornings 10:00-10:45 AM 

The St. James Room 


Teachers: Aubrey Hinkson and Emily Blanco


The Episcopal Youth Formation is focused on faith and practice responding to God’s call to love one another. We will structure conversation to explore their faith, ask questions and be in community with one another. 

 

Parents' Afternoon Out

Sunday, October 18, 3-5 PM, Children's Ministry Center


RSVP for Parents՚ Afternoon Out, Sunday, October 18. This time is set aside for parents to reconnect and recharge while children enjoy pumpkin painting and park play. Contact Aubrey Hinkson for more information. RSVP required. 


 
Celtic Service

Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion

with Prayers for Healing

Sundays, 5:30 PM


Celtic Evening Prayer and Communion is a candle-lit service that emphasizes the contemplative side of worship, features some of Augusta’s best Celtic musicians, and offers prayers for healing for those attending, for others, and for the world. Come as you are and enter into a place of rest, prayer, and reflection.



Kathleen Chandler, soloist, and Ken Courtney, piano, are our musicians this week.

 

EVENTS NEXT WEEK | October 19 - October 25

 

American Guild of Organists Concert

Monday, October 19, 2026, 7 PM

Saint Paul's Church


The Augusta Chapter of the American Guild of Organists invites you to a Spooky Members Recital, at Saint Paul’s on October 19, 7 pm. This recital will feature many of the CSRA’s local organists performing favorites from J.S. Bach to Hollywood and Disney! There is no minimum or maximum age requirement for attendance. All are welcome (but not required) to attend in costume! This concert is offered to our community free of charge. More information here.

 

Tuesday's Music Live Returns

Tuesday, October 20, 12 noon, Nave


The 38th season of Tuesday’s Music Live begins on October 20 with a free 30-minute concert at 12:00 Noon performed by Eduardo Bentancourt, Harp.


More information at tuesdaysmusiclive.com or 706-722-3463.

 

Senior Lunch

Wednesday, October 21, 12 noon, Tyler Hall


Join us for our next Senior Lunch, Wednesday, October 21, 12 Noon in Tyler Hall. While gearing to retirees, anyone is welcome. No agenda; just a relaxing social time every third Wednesdays September to May. Lunch is provided but donations are welcome. Please sign up in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or by using the link below. Contact Gene Helmich for more information.

 

Compline - ZOOM

Wednesdays, 8 - 8:15 PM

Join Zoom

Meeting ID: 595 177 454

Dial-In: (646) 876-9923


Password: Email the Parish Office to request.


Compline is a beautiful, simple, and quiet service to end the day together in prayer with God. This service is led by members of the parish using an on-screen bulletin so everyone may pray together.


Following the prayers, those who gather through Zoom have an opportunity for a mid-week visit.

 

Mid-Week Eucharist

Thursdays, 11:30 AM, Chapel


Our weekly mid-week Eucharist in the Chapel is offered at 11:30 AM.

 

Lectio at Lunch

Thursdays, 12:00 NOON, Chapel


Lectio at Lunch is a midweek Bible study which follows immediately after the 11:30 AM Thursday Holy Eucharist. Participants gather to share a light lunch along with warm fellowship and an interactive dive into the Bible. Our text will be We Make the Road by Walking by Brian McLaren. "If you're seeking a fresh way to experience and practice your faith...this book will inspire and activate you in your spiritual journey. Dare to venture off old maps into new, uncharted territory and discover how we make the road by walking." Contact Kitty Gordon with questions. 

 

Caring Prayer

Thursday, October 22, 3:30 PM, Chapel


Caring Prayer is for anyone who wants to pray and needs support. We gather on the fourth Thursday of each month at 3:30 PM in the chapel to pray Evening Prayer together, check in with each other, and provide mutual support. The group is appropriate for caregivers, for anyone who is mourning, lives with chronic illness, has lost their job, or faces any kind of challenge that might be helped by love and prayer. Contact Fr. Eric for more information.

 

Sunday Forum

Questions of Faith: What is Covenant

October 25, 9:30 AM, The Berlin Room


Join us at the Sunday Forum next week as we continue our journey through the Catechism. On October 25, we will be exploring the question "what is a covenant?" and thinking about what it means for truth to be communicated through a relationship with a community. If we have time, we will also approach some of the thorny issues around terms like "Old Covenant" to refer to God's ongoing relationship with Israel.

 

Guided Labyrinth Walk

Sunday, October 25, 4:00 PM, Berlin Room


Next Sunday afternoon, please join us for a Guided Labyrinth Walk. Robin Merriman will provide instruction and a guided walk with our labyrinth in the Berlin Room at 4 PM. No previous experience is necessary, and all are invited to participate. Please wear or bring socks to wear after removing your shoes. For more information about labyrinths, please visit veriditas.org. This walk is sponsored by the Daughters of the King.

 

Costumes and the Crypt

Cornerstone for EYC (grades 6-12)

Saturday, October 25, 5-7 PM, Tyler Hall


All area Episcopal youth groups are invited to Costumes and the Crypt. Wear your best costume and bring a friend! RSVP to Aubrey Hinkson.

 

LOOKING AHEAD

 

Dates for your calendar


Nov. 3 - Tuesday's Music Live

Nov. 4 - MMM

Nov. 8 - Evensong & Reception

Nov. 15 - Primetime Party

Nov. 22 - Newcomer's Party

Nov. 25 - Thanksgiving Eve Service

 

Hornsby Fall Carnival

Friday, October 30, 5-7 PM, Hornsby Middle School


Hornsby Elementary has planned a Fall Carnival for their students and hopes to have many volunteers to donate individually wrapped candy and prizes for games, or volunteer to help with game booths, set up, clean-up, and food distribution. To volunteer, contact Barbara Coleman.

 

Snack Pack Outreach

Saturday, October 31, 9:00 AM, Tyler Hall


Help us package our next set of Snack Packs, Saturday, October 31, 9 AM in Tyler Hall. Snack Packs are small bags of food containing some type of protein, cracker, water, etc., to help sustain someone until their next meal. Two ways to help: Donate items for our snack packs, especially protein (example: tuna pouches, Vienna sausages with a pull tab, meat sticks, meat jerky) and/or help us pack bags Saturday, October 31. Contact Mandy Harmon or Melissa Friedman for more information.

 

All Saints' and All Souls' Sunday

Sunday, November 1


On All Saints’ and All Souls’ Sunday, November 1, we remember especially those in our parish family and in our families who have died in the past year. Please email Catherine Stuckey by Wednesday October 28, if you would like to place someone special on the list.

 

Baptism Offered

Sunday, November 1


The Prayer Book notes Holy Baptism is especially appropriate on four dates: at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All Saints' Day or All Saints' Sunday, and on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord. 


We will celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, November 1, on All Saints' Sunday. All who wish to be baptized are invited to contact Fr. Eric.

 

OTHER ANNOUNCMENTS

 

Daughters of the King

College Student Ministry


Parents of College Students: The Daughters of the King pray daily for our college students and send notes and small surprises during the year. So that we may keep our list up to date, please contact the parish office if you have a college student you would like added to their list or if your student graduated last year. For more information about the Daughters’ college ministry, contact Kathleen Fickling.

 

Personal Hygiene Drive for

Hornsby Elementary

Through October


As part of our support for our partner neighborhood school, we are gathering personal hygiene items for the children at Hornsby Elementary during the month of October. Items requested include laundry detergent, underwear (all sizes), socks (all sizes), baby wipes/cleansing clothes, spray deodorant, travel-size deodorant, tampons, feminine pads, travel-size lotion, toothbrushes, small toothpaste, hand sanitizer, and small bars of soap. Baskets are located in the Narthex and Tyler Hall. Contact Barbara Coleman for more information.

 

Program Guide is available


Our 2026-2027 program guide is available. We invite you to browse this publication and look for ways that you can discover or rediscover where you belong, what you are called to do, and how we might grow together in God's Presence. A digital copy is available here and printed versions in the Narthex and the rack outside the Parish Office.

 

Gifts to Saint Paul's Church

 

"All that we are and all that we have comes from God. In gratitude, we honor him by giving of ourselves and our gifts to care for his world."

--Saint Paul’s Vestry Theology of Stewardship


Gifts can be made using the link below, on-line at saintpauls.org/giving, or by mail to Saint Paul’s Church, 605 Reynolds St., Augusta, GA 30901. Thank you for your generosity.

 

OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS

 
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Please contact the Parish Office to update our files.
 
 
 
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