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Weekly News from
St. Paul’s
Episcopal Church
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Thursday, November 14th at 7:30pm.
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Advent Meditations by the Laity
You are invited to send a story of about 200 words to the Diocese. It should tell about the gifts God has given you; how you discovered them, how you have used them, and how they impact your spiritual life. Your story should be submitted by November 15th. Click here for more details.
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Please join us for Family Game Night on Saturday, November 16 at 5:00pm. We will serve soup, sandwiches and juice, but feel free to bring any other food and beverage. We will have several tables set up with games, jigsaw puzzles, and coloring books. Bring the children and enjoy an evening of fun and socializing.
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Sunday, November 17th
The Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost
9:15 AM Choir Rehearsal
10 AM Morning Prayer
10 AM Sunday School
Speaker: Jon Felz
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Meets at 10am in the education building. Join Kate Brousseau as she introduces a new program called “Hands-On Bible”. The 2019 school dates are 11/17, 12/1, 12/15 & 12/22.
The Christmas Pageant rehearsals will take place during the December Sunday school classes.
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Please help to set up the Jesse Tree on Sunday, 11/24 after the service. Anyone that can help, please let Hank Henninger know. Thank you.
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2020 Calendars are available in the narthex. You are welcome to help yourself.
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Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Sunday, November 24th, 7pm at Our Lady of Mercy Church. See the attached flyer.
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Thanksgiving at the Paterson Men’s Shelter
Please help us to provide Thanksgiving dinner and extra meals for Thursday 11/28 through Saturday 11/30 at the Paterson Men’s Shelter. We are in need of helpers to make food so it can be delivered and served to the men. Please speak with Jon Felz (#914-450-9888) if you are interested.
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Transition Note
The Transition Process can take a minimum of 18-24 months. Saint Paul’s is in the Separation and Planning Stage during which we are encouraged to reflect on the past and dream about where the future will lead us. This time is an opportunity to see where God calls us to go and should be looked on as a gift.
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Please return your pledge cards A.S.A.P.. Thank you.
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Inclement Weather Cancellation Policy
During times of inclement weather, a notice of cancellation will be on the outgoing church answering machine message and posted on the church website by 8:30am that Sunday morning. Regardless of cancellation, please always choose safety first.
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Submissions to Bulletin and Newsletter
All submissions need to be received in the church office by Monday night to ensure inclusion in the next Thursday newsletter & Sunday bulletin. Thank you.
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Assisting in our Worship – Sunday, November 17th
Morning Prayer 10am
Speaker: Jon Felz
Lay Reader: Janet Tunick
Chalice Bearers: Chris Hembree, Ann Partridge
Acolytes: Bruce Hackett, Nathaniel Hall, Mary Looes
Ushers: Jim Rahal, Hank Henninger, Paul Saraceni
Altar Guild: Kate Brousseau, Megan Geier
Flowers:
Coffee Hour: Claudia & Gary Gross
Memorials
Flowers: The Orr family
Bread: Morning Prayer
Wine: Morning Prayer
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Hymns for Sunday, November 17th
Opening Hymn #7: “Christ, whose glory fills the skies”
Gradual Hymn #608: “Eternal Father”
Closing Hymn #414: “God, my King“
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Assisting in our Worship – Sunday, November 24th
Holy Eucharist – 10am
Celebrant: The Rev. Joyce McGirr
Lay Reader: Bob Brennan
Chalice Bearers: Claudia Gibbs, Nigel Simpson
Acolytes: Hadyn Hopper, Jesse Hopper, Thomas Murray, Bryan Murray
Ushers: Bruce Hackett, Joe Solis, Paul Dixon
Altar Guild: Ann Hirsch, Lisa Johnson, Clyna Shaw
Flowers: Beth Abrahamson
Coffee Hour Hosts: Adelaide Simpson, Clyna Shaw
Memorials
Flowers: The Bogert/Gibbs family
Bread:
Wine: The Piatt family
PLEASE BE CAREFUL THAT YOU ARE LOOKING AT THE CORRECT DATE OF SERVICE. THIS LIST IS FOR NEXT SUNDAY, OVER A WEEK AWAY.
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Pastoral Care Needed?
If you have a pastoral care need, please reach out to the parish by phone or e-mail. The messages are checked regularly. In an emergency you may contact one of the Wardens directly. Beth Abrahamson #201-391-4960 or Ann Hirsch #551-404-2396. They will connect you with a priest if needed.
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The St. Paul’s Outreach Mission’s Pay It Forward program has started. We are asking for our parish families or individuals, to reach into their hearts and discover ways to give back. The choices are endless. The Outreach Program shares $25 with those who are planning to participate in this amazing endeavor. If you have any questions, I’ll be at coffee hour or contact me, at 201-803-9842, thank you, Paul Dixon. Flyer
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Elaine Hinsch will be collecting recyclable plastic bags/wrappings in the collection box found in the Education building. Please see the attached flyer for a detailed list of the types to things to donate. Recycling Flyer
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Do you have Keys to St. Paul’s?
Do you have any keys for St. Paul’s doors or locks? Please let the office know. We are establishing a Key Log. A key log is in the narthex (lobby of the church). Please add your name to the log and check off the keys that you have. You may also contact the office with your replies or with any questions #201-391-3181 or saintpaulsmontvale@yahoo.com. Thank you.
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Guest Speaker Talks
Attached you will find the talks presented by some of our guest speakers.
October Stewardship, by Dorothy Waldt & Tweeter Moran, Talk Oct 2019
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Transition Questions/Concerns
You are welcome and invited to contact the office with any questions/concerns pertaining to our church and the transition. We will connect you with the Wardens and Vestry.
Also, please review our Update letters. They are an additional resource to keep up-to-date on the Transition progress.
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Tri-Boro Food Pantry
Requests are juice boxes/bottles, dried black beans, white rice and paper towels. Please leave your donations in the basket found in the narthex. Or mail in a gift to 65 Pascack Rd, Park Ridge. Please check expiration dates. Thank you.
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Sunday Morning Teen Group
Meets some Sundays at 10am during the school year. We are always looking for more members. Any teens 7th grade through high school are welcome to join. To be included in Teen Group communications, please send your e-mail address to John Looes, jslooes@gmail.com. |
We are 5th – 12th grade boys & girls (parishioners and not!), that get together once a month for activities that foster fellowship, outreach, and good ol’ fashioned socialization! We play games, we communicate in an open environment, we play more games, eat pizza and the evening passes by quite quickly. We hope you’ll join us at our meetings. Feel free to invite friends. Watch the Sunday bulletin for our schedule & events.
Click here to learn more about St. Paul’s Youth Group.
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St. Paul’s Nursery School Notice
Registration is now open for 2019-2020. Click Here.
We offer 3 & 5 day classes for young 3s, 3 & 4yr olds. We have extended hours before & after school as well. We always strive to adapt our program to the ever changing needs of the Nursery School families. The school was established in 1969 as part of St. Paul’s Church and continues to serve the community by providing an excellent kindergarten readiness program.
If you or a neighbor or friend would like more information about our program or to arrange a personal tour, please call Lisa Skoglund @ 201-391-3860.
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Pastoral Care
Can we add you to our pastoral care volunteer list? From time-to-time, fellow parishioners are in need of transportation to/from medical appointments, a meal or just plain ol’ errand running. Please contact the church office #201-391-3181, saintpaulsmontvale@yahoo.com.
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St. Paul’s has a Facebook page
Please look for “St. Paul’s Episcopal Church” in Facebook and share or like our events and posts. And if you are organizing a church or community event, please share to the St. Paul’s Facebook page. Thank you. Link
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Education for Ministry(EFM)
Helping Christians understand, enjoy and live the faith they love. Learn more at www.efm-newark.com
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Sunday Altar Flowers & Bread
Memorialize the Sunday altar flowers or bread. Sign-up on the board in the rear of the church. Your name and your memorial will be printed in the bulletin on the Sunday you choose.
Flower Memorials – please donate $50 for the cost of the flowers.
Bread Memorials – please deliver an unsliced loaf of bread to the sacristy prior to the 10am service on the date of your memorial.
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Grocery Gift Cards
Please purchase grocery gift cards for Kings, ShopRite & Wegmans. They can be purchased from Jim Rahal or Lisa Johnson. These businesses make a 5% per dollar donation to St. Paul’s Church. Thank You.
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CONTACT US
OFFICE HOURS
most Tue – Thu mornings
JOIN US
4 Woodland Road, Montvale, NJ 07645
CHURCH DIRECTORIES
In the narthex (church lobby)
Please notify the church office with changes.
EPISCOPAL WEBSITES
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