The Epistle is the monthly newsletter of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Published for the members of the parish, the intent is to provide information on the ministries, events, and important activities of the parish. It is distributed widely by email, and on a limited basis by US mail to those who do not have access to the internet. Printed copies are available on request, or can be picked up in the lobby of the church. Please let Father Tom Manney, or the Administrative Assistant, Karein Russell, know if you have any comments or suggestions for inclusion in the Epistle.
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LATEST VERSION OF THE EPISTLE: APRIL 2024 St. Paul’s – The Epistle APRIL 2024
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ARCHIVE OF EARLIER EDITIONS:
St. Paul’s – The Epistle MARCH 2024
St. Paul’s – The Epistle FEBRUARY 2024
St. Paul’s – The Epistle JANUARY 2024
St. Paul’s – The Epistle DECEMBER 2023
St. Paul’s – The Epistle NOVEMBER 2023
St. Paul’s -The Epistle OCTOBER 2023
St. Paul’s – The Epistle SEPTEMBER 2023_
St. Paul’s – The Epistle AUGUST 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR AUGUST 2023
Movies are Back – August 16, 2023 – “Of Gods and Men”
A Note from Tom – What About Discrimination?
Holly’s Notes, ‘ Ave Verum’ – A Message from Our Music Director
Sincere Generosity – Harriett Kenworthy
The Order of St. Luke
From the Diversity Ministry – National Welness Month and Upcoming Events
Stations of the Cross – Come Walk the Way With Us
2nd Friday ARTWALK in August – Art and music continue all summer long
Toy Donation from St. Paul’s to Bri’Elle’s Learning Center
Music in the Heart of the City – Cocktails on the Patio – August 10
Glad Spirits Gardens and Grounds Update – June 10th Pictures, Future Plans
Back to the Bricks – August 19 – A great parish event
Crim Blessings – August 26 – Wishing our friends and neighbors good luck
Parish Reunion and Community Social – August 27th – More Celebration of 150 Years at the Intersection
Welcome to Family Promise
Diocesan News – 2023 Convention
Parish Activities
Vestry and Staff Directory
Pastoral Care – Homebound Parishioners, New Prayer List
Prayers Wanted
Consider St. Paul’s in Your Will
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THE EPISTLE: JULY 2023 St. Paul’s – The Epistle JULY 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR JULY 2023
Pictures of our Annual Community Pride Event on June 24
A Note from Father Tom – Sister Veronica
Holly’s Notes, ‘ Wonderful Grace of Jesus’ – A Message from Our Music Director
Finance Notes – ‘Did you know?’ – John Sargis
Join Us at Camp Do Good – The Blood Drive has been rescheduled to July 7
2nd Friday ARTWALK in July – Art and music continue all summer long
A Page News and Notes Snippets
Back by Popular Demand – Movie Night – ‘The Way’ on July 19
Hot Dog and Ice Cream Social – July 16
Glad Spirits Gardens and Grounds Update – June 10th Pictures, Future Plans
Partners for Sacred Places – Rooted in Abundance
Senior Warden Report – ‘Truth, Abundance, Fruit’
Parish Activities
Vestry and Staff Directory
Pastoral Care – Homebound Parishioners, New Prayer List
Prayers Wanted
Father Tom Vacation
Consider St. Paul’s in Your Will
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THE EPISTLE: JUNE 2023 St. Pauls – The Epistle JUNE 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR JUNE 2023
150th Homecoming and Worship Service, Community Social – August 27
A Note from Father Tom – ‘I’m not such a rock star after all.’
Holly’s Notes, ‘ Meltdown’ – A Message from Our Music Director
Meet ‘Jackson’. He’s in the kitchen.
Join Us at Camp Do Good – The Blood Drive has been rescheduled to July 7
2023 Stewardship – Rooted in Abundance
Glad Spirits Grounds and Garden Day – June 10
Annual Community Pride Service at St. Paul’s – June 24
2nd Friday ARTWALK in June – Art by Collette Weier, Music by Musica Royale
Vestry and Staff Directory
Crossover Outreach – Kids Summer Camp Opportunities
Parking Passes
Pastoral Care – Homebound Parishioners, New Prayer List
Consider St. Paul’s in Your Will
The Ordination of Joe Kennedy – See Joe on June 4, Participate in his ordination on June 24
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THE EPISTLE: MAY 2023 St. Pauls – The Epistle MAY 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MAY 2023
ARTWALK May 12 – ‘Light Up the World With Color’
Can you help CrossOver Outreach? – Clothing amd Household Goods
Join Us at Camp Do Good on May 26 – Blood Drive
A Note from Father Tom – ‘Gratifying, Intimidating, But Never Boring’
Holly’s Notes, Complete with Graphics – A Message form Our Music Director
150 Years at the Intersection- The Sloan Exhibit Opens on May 12
Afternoon Tea – A One Hour Reception on May 14
Vestry and Staff Directory
Opportunities to Volunteer at Family Promise
Training on May 11 – Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, and Home Visitors
Consider St. Paul’s in Your Estate Planning
The Parish Directory is Being Updated – Get Your Picture Taken
New Century Chorale Concert on May 7 – ‘Flower of Beauty’
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THE EPISTLE: APRIL 2023 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – APRIL 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR APRIL 2023
ARTWALK on April 14 – Watercolor and Music
A Music Note from the Director of Music – Holly Richardson
Welcome to Karein Russell, Administrative Assistant
Vestry and Staff Directory
Concert for the Human Family
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THE EPISTLE: MARCH 2023 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – MARCH 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MARCH 2023
ARTWALK on March 10 – Rugs are Art Too
March 26 – Thank You Breakfast for Father Don and Marcie Davidson following the 10:00 AM Mass
A Music Note from the Director of Music – Holly Richardson
Outreach – Easter Baskets for our partner: Crossover
Vestry and Staff Directory
Vestry Notes – Appointment of a Junior Warden, Becky Bennett
New Security System
Greetings to our new Administrative Assistant – Karein Russell
Update on our work with Partners for Sacred Places
Farewell Message from Father Don: ‘Rabbits in Church’
Lenten Worship Schedule
Saving Soles with Shoes for Syria
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THE EPISTLE: FEBRUARY 2023 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – FEBRUARY 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR FEBRUARY 2023
Message from Father Don: Celebration of Black History Month, Honoring Absalom Jones
A Music Note from the Director of Music – Holly Richardson
ARTWALK in February – Carla Harden and Ed Arter
Outreach – Serving on Saturdays at St. Andrews
Vestry and Staff Directory
Lector Support Session – February 18, 2023
Annual Meeting Recap
The Episcopal Church and Anglican Traditions – Lessons from Father Don
Lenten Worship Schedule
Saving Soles with Shoes for Syria
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper – February 21, 2023
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THE EPISTLE: JANUARY 2023 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – JANUARY 2023
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR JANUARY 2023
Message from Father Don: Annual Meeting Invitation, January 22, 2023 10:00 AM
Introduction of Vestry Candidates and Diocese Convention Delegates
Vestry and Staff Directory
A Music Note from the Director of Music – Holly Richardson
SPECIAL INVITATION – Continue to Celebrate the Birth of Christ, and the Baptism of John Phillip Cherry
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THE EPISTLE: DECEMBER 2022 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – DECEMBER 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR DECEMBER 2022
Message from Father Don: ‘A Confession: This Is My Christmas Movie’
ARTWALK on December 9, 2022
Annual Meeting Notice – January 22, 2023
Vestry and Staff Directory
Senior Warden’s Word – ‘My Last Update’ from Barbara Mannor
150 Years at the Intersection
A Music Note from the Director of Music – ‘On That Note’
Need Transportation in Genesee County?
Christmas Worship Schedule
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THE EPISTLE: NOVEMBER 2022 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – NOVEMBER 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR NOVEMBER 2022
The Senior Warden’s Word – ‘Why Bother?’
ARTWALK on November 11, 2022
Update on Christ Enrichment Center
A Music Note from the Director of Music – ‘On That Note’
Rector Search Committee Plans
Diocesan Conference News
Announcements
Vestry and Staff Directory
Childrens’ Chapel – Opened October 23
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THE EPISTLE: OCTOBER 2022 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – OCTOBER 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR OCTOBER 2022
Message from Father Don: Prayers, Thoughts, and Consequences
The Senior Warden’s Word – ‘How Do You Learn to Listen to God?’
ARTWALK on October 14, 2022
All Saints’ Service at Glenwood Cemetary – October 30
Blessing of the Animals – October 9
A Music Note from the Director of Music – ‘On That Note’
Announcements
Vestry and Staff Directory
Childrens’ Chapel – Opening on October 23
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THE EPISTLE: SEPTEMBER 2022 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – SEPTEMBER 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2022 – SPECIAL STEWARDSHIP AND ANNUAL PLEDGE EDITION ‘MORE THAN ENOUGH’
Introduction: Stewardship, Relationships, and Celebration
ARTWALK on September 9, 2022
Join one of our Music Offerings
Blessing of the Animals, October 9, 2022
A Music Note from the Director of Music – ‘Is Your All On the Altar?’
The Senior Warden’s Word – ‘We Are Not Followers of Christ Only On Sunday Morning’
More Than Enough: God’s Abundant Giving
More Than Enough: New Ways to Share, Sustain, and Serve
Parish Notes
Episcopal News
All Saints’ Service at Glenwood Cemetery
The Diocese of Mississippi sends water to the city of Jackson
Message from Father Don Davidson – ‘Now a Word or Two’
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THE EPISTLE: AUGUST 2022 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – AUGUST 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR AUGUST 2022
Special Congregational Meeting is Called – AUGUST 14, 2022, 10:00 AM
Starting August 14 – Sunday Weekly Services will move to 10:00 AM
Parish Reunion and Open House: August 13 – 14! Celebrating 150 Years at the Intersection
The Warden’s Word, by Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden – “Downton Abbey Reflections”
A Prayer for Our Transition
ARTWALK – August 12, 2022, Artwork: Melissa Boyd – ‘A Colorful Journey’; Music – Matthew Benkert on the organ
Be an ‘Office Saint’
A Music Note, by Holly Richardson, Director of Music – Looking forward to the coming year, join Holly on August 11
Baptisms and Standish
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THE EPISTLE: JULY 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle JULY 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR JULY 2022
Special Congregational Meeting is Called – AUGUST 14, 2022
The Warden’s Word, by Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden – “Have you ever wondered what the world was like when the apostles were hearing the parables?”
A Prayer for Our Transition
ARTWALK – July 2022, Eclectic Artwork, and Piano Music
The Episcopal Convention – Your civics lesson in Episcopal governance from Father Don
A Music Note, by Holly Richardson, Director of Music – “Everything is About Service”
Reunion and Open House – August Events Celebrating 150 Years at the Intersection
Your invitation to add content to the Epistle – Is Something Missing?
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The Epistle: JUNE 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle JUNE 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR JUNE 2022
Art Walk – June 2022, Art Speaks
The Warden’s Word, Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden – Opportunities Abound
A Prayer for Our Transition
Special Congregational Meeting
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music – Music as Prayer
Lector Support Session
Camp Chickagami Scholarships
Pentecost Thoughts by Bishop Singh
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The Epistle: May 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle MAY 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MAY 2022
Art Walk – May 2022, The Artist and Music
The Warden’s Word, Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden – A Prayer for Our Transition
An Ascension Prayer
May Events – 150th Celebration
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music
The New Live Streaming System – Do you want to learn the system?
Camp Chick Scholarships
What has Father Don been up to? CREDO
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The Epistle: April 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle APRIL 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR APRIL 2022
Father Don’s Message: Diocesan Confirmation at St. Paul’s on May 22, 2022; Invitation to Holy Week Services
The Warden’s Word, Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music
The New Live Streaming System
Intersection 150 Shirts Pre-Orders are Available
Bye Bye Covid – Let’s Hope! – Update on Covid Protocol
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The Epistle: March 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle MARCH 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR MARCH 2022
Father Don’s Message: Ways of Sharing
Warden Wisdom from Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music
Lenten ‘Dialogue with Don’ – A Weekly Schedule for the Sundays During Lent
Financial Update
Worship Schedule for Holy Week
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The Epistle: February 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle FEBRUARY 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR FEBRUARY 2022
Father Don’s Message: Peace and Reconciliation
Annual Meeting Reports are available on line
Warden Wisdom from Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music
Vestry Members – Terms of Office and Directory
Staff Contacts
Parish Office Hours, Rector Office Hours
Honoring Absalom Jones
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The Epistle: January 2022 St. Pauls – The Epistle JANUARY 2022
Table of Contents for JANUARY 2022
Annual Meeting 2022: WHY?
Vestry Nominations
Warden Wisdom from Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden
“A Music Note” from Holly Richardson, Director of Music
Finance Report
Vestry Candidates – Joel Arnold
Calendar – January 2022
Vestry Notes
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The Epistle: December 2021 St. Paul’s – The Epistle – DECEMBER 2021
Table of Contents for DECEMBER 2021
Stewardship Update
2021 – 2022 Pledge Campaign Update
Vestry Nominations
Warden Wisdom from Barbara Mannor, Senior Warden
Notes & Keys from Holly Richardson, Music Director
Christmas Worship Schedule
Finance Report
New Century Chorale – December 12, 2021
Vestry Noes
Annual Meeting Notice – January 23, 2022
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