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SUNDAY, MAY 3:
THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
8:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist
Preacher: The Rt. Rev. George Young, Bishop of East Tennessee
8:45 a.m. Buffet Breakfast
$5; Children (10 & under) Free
9:15 a.m. Christian Education for Adults
Bishop's Forum: The Rt. Rev. George Young (See below).
10:30 a.m. The Holy Eucharist with Baptism
Preacher: The Rt. Rev. George Young, Bishop of East Tennessee
11:45 a.m. Coffee Hour Reception
Key-Andrews Hall
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Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows
This Sunday, our bishop, the Rt. Rev. George Young, joins us for his annual visit. Along with preaching, celebrating the Eucharist, confirming, and receiving, the bishop would like for each of us to consider whether this might be a good time to come forward and reaffirm our baptismal vows. Please prayerfully consider whether this might be something you wish to do this Sunday.
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOR ADULTS
Sunday, May 3 at 9:15 a.m.
 SPEAKER SERIES
Bishop's Forum
Join the Rt. Rev. George Young, Bishop of East Tennessee, at 9:15 a.m. this Sunday in Key-Andrews Hall. Bring your thoughts and questions to this yearly open forum with our Bishop!
Faith & Families
For parishioners of all ages and stages of life. For our remaining classes until late May, we will be discussing the main milestones of our faith -- baptism, communion, confirmation, catechism, weddings, and funerals. In order to teach our children and pass these faith milestones to the next generation, we will focus on better understanding them ourselves. This Sunday, we will join the Bishop's Forum in Key-Andrews Hall.
Study and Reflections
A gathering of adults for conversation and study of various topics and texts from the Bible, literature, and more. All adults are welcome to come and join the conversation loosely based on the EfM reflection model. Led by Robin Miller and Suzanne Barels. Library. This Sunday, we will join the Bishop's Forum in Key-Andrews Hall.
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Artist Series Concert: Brass Spectacular II
Music for Brass Quintet, Organ & Percussion
Monday, May 4 — 7:30 p.m.
 Douglas Hedwig, Conductor — Keith Reas, Organist — with musicians from the Chattanooga Symphony. The concert features the world premiere of A Certain Slant of Light by Douglas Hedwig — inspired by the poem of the same name by Emily Dickinson. The concert will also feature music of Baroque masters Giovanni Gabrieli, Claudio Monteverdi, Henry Purcell, and Tomaso Albinoni — plus a special arrangement of the final two movements of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, The Resurrection. Tickets available at the door: $10 General; $5 Student. |
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Family Promise Returns this Sunday!
Thanks to all Volunteers!
Thanks to all of you who have volunteered to help during our Family Promise week! Our Family Promise guests arrive this Sunday — can you help? Come to the Bonner Tower entrance after the 10:30 Eucharist to help move beds and belongings into the King Building. It takes only a brief time and helps get our families settled quickly. An Overnight Host is still needed on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights. If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Shannon Mowrer: 827- 4432 or shanbmowr@comcast.net.
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WDEF to Air Profile of St. Paul's Church
Tune in to WDEF/CBS Channel 12 this Sunday at 11 p.m. — WDEF is beginning a weekly series profiling historic churches in Chattanooga — and St. Paul's was first on their list! In case you miss it, the piece will also be available at wdef.com, eChimes, and on our website next week.
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 Exum Gallery Show
Opening Reception
Friday, May 8 — 5 - 7 p.m.
The opening reception for the Exum Gallery exhibit entitled Shadows of the Cross will be held next Friday, May 8, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. The show will feature the photography of St. Paul's parishioner and Junior Warden Rick Lee. Photography became a passion for Lee during his year in Paris where his camera went everywhere he went. Being an architect, Lee is interested in old buildings such as barns, churches, elements of buildings — imagining the history of a space and the impact it has on someone seeing it.
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Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) in Nepal
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on the morning of April 25, causing severe damage and loss of life across the small nation. ERD is helping meet urgent needs such as food, clean water and shelter, as well as support for assessment and search and rescue teams in the initial phase of the disaster. Following the initial relief phase, the Nepal Earthquake Response Fund will continue to support longer-term recovery efforts with local partners. Donate online at Episcopal Relief & Development's website.
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Support Project Homeless Connect 2015
Part of a nationwide effort, Project Homeless Connect Chattanooga is a one-day event to meet the needs of those currently experiencing or are at risk of becoming homeless. There are two ways that you can help: Your Outreach Committee seeks your support of the 9th Annual Project Homeless Connect through your donations of toilet paper and powdered laundry detergent for distribution. Look for the donation box in the Bonner Tower. Also, if you would like to volunteer at the Homeless Connect event next Friday, May 8, contact Connie Willet at MetMin: 423-624-9654. .
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Spiritual Gifts and Talents Workshop
Saturday, June 6 — 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 Find your ministry! You are invited to a Spiritual Gifts and Talents workshop led by Pastoral Care Minister Janet Hale and Deacon for Outreach Ann Weeks. This one-day workshop is a journey of discovery for all involved — and can be life-changing! Through the workshop's discussion and activities, parishioners will be connected with ministries for which they have a special gift, passion, and interest. Space is limited — register now! For more information and to register, please contact Janet Hale: 423-364-5210 or pastoralcare@stpaulschatt.org. |
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St. Paul's Arts Camp: June 8 - June 12
Register by May 18
 Join the fun at St. Paul’s Arts Camp! Classes meet the week of June 8-12 from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Arts Camp is open to children from Kindergarten through 8th grade. This year, campers will make projects with clay, do color studies and geometric collage, create mobiles, dance and move, make music, and give a performance on the last day of camp! Cost: $70 per child (scholarships are available). Applications are available on our website and throughout the Church. |
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 GreenFaith Green Moment
If buying only organic is a strain on your finances, opt for organic versions of the items known to have the highest pesticide levels: peaches, apples, and bell peppers. You'll limit your pesticide exposure without breaking the bank!. Find out more about our GreenFaith Ministry: www.greenfaith.org.
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