Worship Experiment – Based on the feedback from the 4-week experiment with an all-inclusive bulletin/order of worship, the Vestry has decided to move forward and continue printing leaflets with the entire service included. However, we need to procure a full working copy of the software and create a procedure for producing the bulletins. The latter aspect is needed just in case Don or Fr. Les is unable to produce bulletins. We will need a number of people who are willing to learn how to produce bulletins if needed. But, this week we will go back to the “standard” bulletin of yore.

Chuckatuck Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry – The Chuckatuck Volunteer Fire Department will be holding their fall Fish Fry on Saturday, September 24 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Tickets are available around the area. Please come out and support the local All-Volunteer Fire Department.

Painting the Parlor – The parlor will be painted beginning Thursday September 15 and will, hopefully, be done by Sunday. Please be aware that there may be wet paint inside the front door in the Parish House.
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September 18, 2016, 10:30 am Holy Eucharist Rite II
Lessons for the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19)
First Lesson: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1
Psalm 79:1-9
Second Lesson: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
Gospel: Luke 16:1-13

Lay Participants for September 18, 2016 – 10:30 am service
Eucharistic Minister: Jim (may need a volunteer)
Lector: Ben
Prayers: Jim (may need a volunteer)
Ushers: Lynn and Marcella

Refreshments: Volunteer needed

Sermon for September 11: http://chirb.it/NGeEGA
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Ice Cream Social – There will be an ICE CREAM SUNDAE SOCIAL at the Henderson’s home at 4 pm on Sunday, September 18.

Bishop Visitation – The Rt. Rev. Holly Hollerith will be with us for his periodic visitation on Sunday October 2. While not necessarily for Confirmation or Reception he is available to do one of those services. There will be a Pot Luck, please stand by for more information about a signup.

Rev. Greg Ryan Medical Fund – Thank you to all who participated in the fund raiser last weekend. The first report from Oakland Christian United Church of Christ was they received about $15,000 from the fund raiser. That puts the funds raised to date at approximately $59,000 (out of a needed $95,000). Every little bit helps.

CAPS Fund Raiser – The Coalition Against Poverty in Suffolk will hold their annual fund raiser on Saturday September 24 from 3:00 – 7:00 pm. Member Churches are being asked to assist by selling tickets to the event – dinner from Capt. Bob’s BBQ & Fried Chicken. There is more information on the bulletin boards.

Farewell to the Hickory Tree – Goodrich and Sons Backhoe and Tree Service removed the remainder of the hickory tree in the graveyard. For those who are interested, it is estimated the tree was between 220-250 years old when it fell.

Church Quiz – Over the coming weeks we will have a “Church Quiz” as part of our announcements and e-News. All are invited to think about and answer the week’s question. Answers will be provided the following week.
Last week’s question and answer: Question: Why is the Church described as apostolic? Answer: The Church is apostolic, because it continues in the teaching and fellowship of the apostles and is sent to carry out Christ’s mission to all people. (BCP p. 854)
This week’s question: What is the mission of the Church? Look for the answer next week.

Formation Classes – This week we will discuss our Old Testament reading, Jeremiah 8:18-9:1, “The Prophet Mourns for the People.” Next week’s class will discuss our Old Testament reading Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15, “Jeremiah Buys a Field During the Siege.” All are invited to join the conversation in the Parish Hall from 9:15 to 10:15 am.

Sunday’s Psalm – This Sunday we will read the psalm antiphonally.

Hospitality hour Sign-up – The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board; please sign-up for an upcoming Sunday. If you would like to help but cannot provide all the items for coffee hour/lemonade on the lawn any assistance, even a single item, will be graciously accepted.

Sanctuary Accessibility – While the Rector is in the office the Sanctuary will be unlocked and available for sanctuary, reflection, and meditation. If you know of anyone who might benefit from a little quiet time and space, they are welcome to stop by the Church.

Upcoming Parish Events – Sep. 19 – G. F. W. C. Junto Women’s club meeting.

Thought for the week – Steward: We don’t possess our own lives. I would say we are stewards of the life that God has given us, and for however long God continues to give us breath. I think of it as being loaned back into life after baptism.

– Br. Curtis Almquist, SSJE
Society of Saint John the Evangelist

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Upcoming Events:
Daily Mon.-Thu. * Daily Morning Prayer – 9:30 am (Parish House)
Wed. Sep. 14th * Village Garden Club Meeting – 5:00 – 9:00 pm (Parish Hall)
Thu. Sep. 15th * Painting in the Parlor
Sun. Sep. 18th * Ice Cream Social – 4:00 pm (Henderson’s)
* Lake Prince Woods Vespers Service (Rector preaching) –
4:00 pm (Lake Prince Woods)
Mon. Sep. 19th * G. F. W. C. Junto Women’s Club Meeting – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (Parish House)
Fri. Sep. 23rd * Bridge Group – 10:00 am (Parish Hall)
Sat. Sep. 24th * Chuckatuck Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry – 4:00 – 7:00 pm (Fire Department)
* CAPS Fundraiser – 3:00 – 7:00 pm (Westminster Presbyterian Church)
Sun. Oct. 2nd * The Rt. Rev. Holly Hollerith visitation and luncheon
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PASTORAL CARE
For Michael, our presiding bishop; Holly, our bishop; and for Les, our priest.

Meriwether, Allen, Shirley, Lon, Barbara, Steve, Marvin, Leone, Keith, Virginia, Justin, Kevin, Millard, Sharon, Gary, Elinore, Jimmye, Katie, Margaret, Claiborne, Diana, Richard, Toni, Ann, Greg, Beth, the Dennis Family, Mike and Gail, the Gregory family, Jean, and Jim.

Serving in the Armed Forces and Overseas: Bryan, Sheldon, Elizabeth, Leon, Alan, and Thomas.

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Gary & Toni
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer: The Rev. Linda Ricker. St. Michael’s, Bon Air.
Anglican Cycle of Prayer: The Episcopal Church. The Most Rev. Michael Curry – Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church.

Flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and in honor of our Church family by Marcella & Don.

Birthdays in September
Bette 03            Carroll 11
Roger 14            Allen 17
Virginia 26

Anniversaries in September
Charles & Lynn 01     Perk & G. Lee 11

If you are in need of Pastoral Care
Please call Father Ferguson.
Home: 757-484-8409

Minister of Music and Organist: Mr. Roger Peyton

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