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TRANSLATING
As many of you know, Terry and I have been hosting a Japanese student, Natsuki Tanaka, since early August. She is here on a Rotary exchange program from Fukuoka, the capital city of the prefecture of the same name located on Kyushu, the most southwesterly of the four main islands of Japan. We are the first of three families who will host Natsuki during her year in Granville.
If you look at pictures of Fukuoka, what you will see is a large, modern city with an active port. In its July 2006 issue, Newsweek magazine named Fukuoka one of its ’10 Most Dynamic Cities’ in the world because of its Central Asian location and the large increase in volume in shipping and airport traffic. Greater Fukuoka has a population of 2.5 million people.
Granville must be a huge change for Natsuki in every respect – smaller, more rural, different food, and a different language. Although she studied English for nine years in school, it was largely a study of written English. If you have ever studied a foreign language in an American school and then suddenly moved to a country where you are forced to understand and to speak the oral version of that language, you have some idea of how challenging it can be. Everyone is speaking all at once, and everyone is speaking incredibly quickly.
I think it takes a fair amount of courage to subject oneself to such an experience at the age of sixteen. It can be exhausting as you try to comprehend what is being said to you and then try to respond. Natsuki has a device that translates English into Japanese and Japanese to English. It came in handy during the early weeks of her stay in Granville. As time has gone on, she (and we) need it less and less for daily conversation.
But translating isn’t confined to figuring out what word in English corresponds to what word in Japanese. Translating also involves interpreting and explaining culture and holidays.
Imagine coming from a large city in Japan and going to a high school football game in Ohio on a Friday night, or visiting the cattle barn at the Hartford Fair, or trying Buffalo chicken wings for the first time, or explaining Hallowe’en. St. Luke’s Parish Administrator, Dagny Gelormo, took Natsuki to the Circleville Pumpkin Festival recently. I would have loved to have read what Natsuki wrote to her parents about that field trip, or what captions she put under the photographs she took of the immense pumpkins.
How, for that matter, does anyone translate Americans’ obsession with pumpkins at this time of the year? As good host parents, Terry and I took her to a pumpkin farm for a hayride, a trip through the fields in a barrel train, and a chance to bring home a pumpkin or two for carving. Natsuki got more pumpkin exposure at a recent Rotary district meeting where she brought home two carved jack-o’-lanterns. We now have as many pumpkins – both carved and uncarved – on our front porch as we ever had when our own children were small. Can I explain what this is all about? Can I translate American’s pumpkin-mania in understandable terms? Maybe the best thing to do is to have her read Carl Sandberg’s poem “Theme in Yellow” as a starting point:
I spot the hills
With yellow balls in autumn.
I light the prairie cornfields
Orange and tawny gold clusters
And I am called pumpkins.
On the last of October
When dusk is fallen
Children join hands
And circle round me
Singing ghost songs
And love to the harvest moon;
I am a jack-o'-lantern
With terrible teeth
And the children know
I am fooling.
By the time you read this newsletter, “Beggar’s Night” in Granville will have come and gone, and we’ll be on the verge of Hallowe’en itself. I suspect we’ll take Natsuki to watch the kids trick or treating in costume on Granger Street. And we may risk walking by CVS Pharmacy where the Middle Schoolers will be keeping the tradition of covering each other with shaving cream.
How can those things be translated? And then, how can I explain that this crazy holiday is somehow related to a religious festival – a sacred observance – All Saints’ Day?
Hallowe’en, after all, is just an abbreviation for All Hallows Even – the evening before All Hallows’ (All Saints’) Day – the day we remember the saints and pray that we, someday, will be “in that number when the saints go marching in.”
How will I translate this to a student who has never seen any of it before? And how will you translate the meaning of all this to your children, or grandchildren, who may have seen it over the course of their young lives? How do you understand any of this for yourself – pumpkins, jack-o’-lanterns, saints?
Carl Sandberg’s jack-o’-lantern may be fooling, but St. Paul wasn’t fooling when he called the members of his churches, “saints.” He was trying to help them understand what God was up to with them – trying to make holy people out of them – so they could translate God’s love to the world. Translation? It’s our work to do, too.
Blessings,
Stephen Applegate
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OCTOBER 30 IS INGATHERING SUNDAY FOR THE FALL PLEDGE DRIVE
During the month of October, the Stewardship Committee of St. Luke’s has been in weekly contact with parishioners and friends of St. Luke’s asking them to think about this year’s theme “Being the Church” and to respond generously to the request for financial support in 2017.
“We will never change the world by going to church. We will only change the world by being the church” has been the statement printed on every pledge card sent to households at the beginning of the month and on each short piece communicated in Sunday’s bulletin inserts, and in Tuesday’s “This Week” emails. These pieces have highlighted the ways St. Luker’s are being the church:
- By gathering for worship and fellowship
- By learning and growing as Christians
- By feeding the hungry
- By helping God to heal our broken world, and
- By giving generously from the abundance God has given us
If you have not already done so, please make every effort to turn in your pledge card by October 30. This can be done by mailing the card to St. Luke’s Church, PO Box 82, Granville, OH 43023, or by placing it in the offering plate on Sunday.
The question that arises is, “Why does the church ask me to pledge? Can’t I just put money or a check in the plate each week?” St. Luke’s financial support comes in many forms, all of which are welcome. However, when the Finance Committee meets to prepare the 2017 budget the number that’s most important to them for planning purposes is the total amount that members and friends have promised to give.
That’s what a pledge is, of course – a solemn promise. Webster’s Dictionary offers these synonyms for “Pledge”: promise, vow, word, word of honor, commitment, assurance, oath, guarantee. But a pledge is more than a financial guarantee. It is a representation, a symbol, of one’s thanks for God’s blessings and one’s trust in God’s providence. It is an act of faith.
When the Vestry adopts the budget that is recommended to them by the Finance Committee it is, in a very real sense, an act of faith, too. The Vestry bases its decision to adopt a budget in a sense of trust that the pledges that have been made will be honored. Although every budget includes estimated income from donations made by check (what’s known at St. Luke’s as non-pledge income) and cash, the most important (and largest category) comes from pledge commitments.
In 2017, we are asking parishioners to consider at least a 6% increase over what they pledged (assuming they did!) for 2016. And, needless to say, the Stewardship Committee is asking all households to make a pledge if they have not done so in the past. Yes, it helps in our careful financial planning for the mission and ministry of St. Luke’s Church. But more important from a spiritual perspective, it is an invitation step out in faith in the coming year.
And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you make share abundantly in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8
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Coffee: Grounds for Discussion
Grounds for Discussion meets in the Undercroft each Sunday morning between the 9:15 and 11:00 am services during the program year. Past sessions have hosted a variety of speakers from St. Luke’s clergy, the broader community of Granville, and organizations within central Ohio. Coffee and light refreshments are provided. Members of the congregation are welcome to volunteer as presenters or to suggest speakers whom they would like to hear. Here's the list of offerings for the first month of the new program year:
November 6
One Priest's Wondering Beliefs
Speaker: Jack Bowers, St. Luke's Member
Jack's recently published book explores the evolution of one man's beliefs as he continues to grow and experience the world. In this session Jack will discuss the stages of faith and his continued faith journey.
November 13
Licking County Coalition of Care
Speaker: Larry Palur, Executive Director
The Licking County Coalition of Care is an ecumenical partnership of local churches whose mission is to put love into action by responding to the unmet spiritual and physical needs of people in crisis. At this session you'll meet the Director of the Coalition and learn more about their services and programs.
November 20
Introducing Church Next
Speaker: St. Luke's Adult Education Committee
Church Next is an online program that enables users to learn from expert teachers in Scripture, liturgy, and important Christian topics. It allows participants to interact in an online environment that's convenient, engaging, and affordable. Join members of the committee to learn about the program as well as to assist in evaluating its future use in our parish. Preview the program at https://churchnextblog.wordpress.com
November 27
Meet-in-the-Middle
Meet-in-the-Middle affords an opportunity for parishioners who attend different services at different times to meet in the Undercroft, enjoy refreshments and coffee, and catch up and visit. Additionally, on this First Sunday of Advent families are invited to create Advent wreaths to help mark the approach of Christmas.
ST. LUKE'S BOOK CLUB
The Gift of Years: Growing Older Gracefully by Joan Chittister
Tuesday, November 1, 7:00-8:30 pm – Undercroft
Well-known in Catholic circles for her willingness to take on anybody—even the pope—in defense of women's rights, Chittister, now in her 70s, examines how it feels "to be facing that time of life for which there is no career plan." "Act your age can be useful advice when you're seventeen; it's a mistake when you're seventy-seven." Beginning each short chapter with a trenchant quotation — "It takes a long time," Pablo Picasso wrote, "to become young" — Chittister ponders topics such as fear, mystery, forgiveness and legacy. Old age is rich for those who choose to thrive, not wither. All are welcome to join the discussion. Wayne Piper has copies of the book available. Contact him at 614-296-6988.
CONVERSATIONS ON RELIGION & CULTURE
Sunday, November 27, 4:00-6:00 pm – Parish House
This group is in its fourth year. Having explored the boundaries of Christian orthodox doctrine, the group has turned to a study of racism, white privilege, and jihadism, to begin our discussions of diverse issues of religion and culture. Facilitated by Jack Bowers, the group meets on the last Sunday of the month from 4:00-6:00 pm in the Parish House. Topics are determined by the interests of the members. All are welcome.
“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” – ADVENT BEGINS ON SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
Somebody’s Facebook post this past week counted down the number of Fridays until . . . .
The number of Fridays till Halloween – 1
The number of Fridays till Thanksgiving – 3
The number of Fridays till Christmas – 8
The number of Fridays till 2017 – 9
Not surprisingly, the Facebook post did NOT include the number of Fridays until Advent. That number, by the way, is 4! Advent is often overlooked during the busy “holiday season” as the hustle and bustle of shopping, parties, and activities occupy our time. But missing Advent means missing a real opportunity to deepen our spiritual lives and our relationship with God who longs to enter our lives and our world.
Advent is the season of preparation for Christ’s coming into the world. The four Sundays before Christmas are the four “Sundays of Advent” when the themes of the lessons are about all the ways Christ comes. The First Sunday of Advent marks a new Church Year – Year A – when the vast majority of Gospel readings will come from the Gospel according to Matthew. The readings for each Sunday can be found in the Revised Common Lectionary - http://lectionary.library.vanderbilt.edu (The readings for the 9:15 am service at St. Luke’s follow a different set of readings, chosen to provide a “Story of the Week” that serves as the text on which our church school lessons are based.)
One of the observable changes in the church is the use of the Advent Wreath. The wreath acts as a kind of countdown clock. One candle is lighted each week leading up to the celebration of Christmas – the feast of Our Lord’s birth. People often make or buy Advent wreathes for their homes and conduct a brief worship service before the evening meal to help prepare for Christ’s coming into their lives.
Although one of the Advent themes is certainly that of Christ’s first coming as an infant born to Mary and Joseph in Bethlehem, a second theme is the second coming of Christ, referenced in the Nicene Creed in where we say, “He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.” The theme of Christ’s second coming is the special focus of the First Sunday of Advent where the Gospel reading begins, “But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark, and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man.”
One of the truly great prayers of the Anglican Communion is the one assigned for Advent, where the days grow shorter and shorter, and the darkness grows until the Winter Solstice. It’s a prayer worth praying throughout the season:
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of
light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in
great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to
judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
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CHURCH SCHOOL NEWS...
Children, ages Pre-K through 8th Grade, are invited to the Parish House following the 9:15 service.
Church School begins, at 10:00 am, with a group snack on the first floor of the Parish House. Together, around the large wooden table, all ages participate in a short activity while enjoying a snack.
After snack, children go with their classes upstairs for fun activities and a lesson based on the reading from the 9:15 Service.
Sundays this fall we continue to hear and learn about several different women’s stories from the Bible. Here is the schedule for the readings at the 9:15 am service.
- October 30 – All Saints' Day
- November 6 – Esther
- November 13 – Elizabeth
- November 20 – Mary Magdalene
Please see our snack sign up www.SignUpGenius.com/go/10C0C4FAEAE2FAAF94-church1
Create a one-of-a-kind family advent wreath
- The first Sunday in Advent, November 27th
- Meet in the Undercroft
- 10:00 am following the 9:15 am service
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SPOTLIGHT ON ST. LUKE'S CHORISTERS CHOIR...
“Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.” – Martin Luther
The first couple months of the program year have been off to a good start, with our current members being a dedicated and enthusiastic group. I look forward to every rehearsal, and can’t wait to see their growth between now and Christmas. My focus for them has not wavered since taking on the role as their choirmaster last February – that each Chorister becomes vocally stronger, personally more confident, and continues to improve their musical skills. It will be a personal home run if they discover music to be a fun challenge as well as a joyful way to explore and express their faith.
We’ve added some hand bells to the curriculum, are building confidence in singing rounds and harmony, and continue to push forward learning about reading music, how to sight sing, and all about the words, symbols and theory that a singer requires.
The choristers are the resident choir of the 9:15 am service. Rehearsals are every Saturday afternoon at 2:00pm and the choir will now sing an average of two Sundays per month, usually on the first and third Sundays.
If you have a child (or know of one) who is interested in trying us out, we would love to have them! We’re ready to grow and now is an excellent time to join the choir. Any student 2nd grade or older, of any musical ability is welcome. We’re a training choir, so everything they will need to know will be taught at rehearsals. If you have questions, or think that now is your child’s time to shine, send me an email. Here’s to making joyful music together!
Denita Strietelmeier
chitadenita@gmail.com
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PARISH FAMILY NEWS...
We give thanks for the life of Stanley Kauckak, Sr., father of Stan Kauckak, and pray for God's comfort for his family and friends.
We give thanks for the life of Jim Kishler, husband of Mary Kishler, and pray for God's comfort for his family and friends.
We give thanks for the life of Frances Hickman, mother of Lisa Westall, and pray for God's comfort for her family and friends.
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS
1 Carla Hammer
Whit Miller
2 Dan Leavell
4 Sarah Leavell
John-Luke Weiler
Marita Moore
John “Jack” Circle
5 Jack Nolan
8 Cathy Evans
Campbell Frame
10 Bill Hanes
11 Piper Tell
12 Yvette Harklau
13 Amy Hayes
14 Courtney McWalter
15 Marilyn Boldon
16 Geoff Wilson
17 Caroline Havill
18 Zoe Smith
19 Sarah Brich
Chris Lucas-Miller
20 Nate Westall
Nolan Schneider
21 Joseph Parini
22 Leon Gage
24 Mark Smith
Sheryl Bateman
Harper Jones
Rob Montgomery
25 Renee Cassell
29 Ela Kendrick
30 Evie Stark
NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
4 Randy & Nancy Fannin
10 Ray & Lyn McKenna
22 Bob & Lee Otter
23 Clarke & Sara Jean Wilhelm
26 Pat & Danielle Ford
27 Scott & Cathy Evans
29 Mark & Carrie Barno
30 Stephen and Terry Applegate
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Key things every St. Luke’s member should know!
At its October 11, 2106 meeting the Vestry . . .
- Began the meeting by praying a service of Evening Prayer from the Book of Alternative Services of the Anglican Church of Canada. The service began with these words: Jesus Christ is the light of the world. A light no darkness can extinguish.
- Received the Stewardship Committee’s report. The Fall Stewardship Drive kicked off on October 2, 2016. All members were sent the stewardship letter and a pledge card in the mail. In addition, there will be weekly reminders in the bulletins and weekly e-mails. The ending date for the campaign is October 30, 2016.
- Had an update on the Undercroft construction project. The soft opening for the new Undercroft was October 2, 2016. Furniture was delivered and the fire-alarm system passed inspection. The previous day (10/10/16), installation began on the new sound system in the sanctuary and the audio-visual system in the Undercroft. The footer has been dug and concrete poured for the re-installation of the stone wall around the garden area. A punch list is being developed that will include needed repairs and some additional items.
- Was briefed on the Annual Diocesan Convention to be held in Columbus on Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12. The theme for this year's convention is “Christ All Around.” Our delegates and alternates to the convention are in place. One of our delegates, Richard Warren, is running for several diocesan positions. As part of the convention the delegates will be voting on resolutions and will be electing the delegates to the next General Convention.
- Began the process of constituting the Nominating Committee for Vestry. Our annual meeting will be February 5, 2017. On that day there will be 8:00 and 10:00 am services. The annual meeting will follow the 10:00 am service. The members of the Vestry who will be retiring are John Gustafson, Senior Warden, Harriet Donaldson, Don Eyer and Dave Proctor. Harriet Donaldson is eligible to run again for the Vestry because she is currently completing an unfilled term. Junior Warden Michelann Scheetz discussed the value of including new members and members with young families for both the Nominating Committee and as possible candidates for the Vestry.
- Learned that little has transpired since the last Vestry meeting about the possibility of creating at St. Luke’s columbarium at Maple Grove Cemetery. As was reported at that meeting, Father Applegate was asked by a Granville Township Trustee to provide a list of cemeteries in the area that have a columbarium, and he has done that. Father Applegate again stressed that this idea is at the very preliminary stages of exploration.
- Welcomed the news that a group of eleven participants is meeting on Wednesday nights to explore the Pilgrim Program. They are serving as a pilot group. Father Applegate and Wayne Piper are leading the group. The group will end on November 2, 2016. At that time, they will make a recommendation regarding whether they believe the program might have value for a wider audience within our membership.
- Listened as Father Applegate gave his rector’s report. He noted that October is a busy time in the life of a parish church and offered thanks to St. Luke’s staff who continue to juggle a lot of balls while things are still a little unsettled in terms of their work space and environment. He talked about how we need to establish guidelines for the use of the new space as the work in the Undercroft is finalized. He reminded the Vestry that although Mike and Vicky Wieber have cleaned the church and Parish House for many years, they aren’t sextons in the traditional sense of that work – picking up from one activity and setting up for another. Father Applegate said that St. Luke’s also has some expensive new furniture and equipment. Determining who uses it and who needs to be trained on it will need to be addressed very soon. He turned to the Undercroft project and its costs and stated that anyone who has ever done a major project, particularly with an older structure, knows that cost overruns are not unusual. This is true of the Undercroft project. Even with the generous support we have received from parishioners, we will be left with some debt. Father Applegate will be bringing this matter to the Finance Committee to determine how best to address the debt once we have the final costs. The search for an organist to complete the musical team has continued. We currently have three candidates – one of whom auditioned last week, and two who will audition next week. Although Steve Trumbull and Father Applegate are eager to complete the search, they want to complete it well. With luck and effort, they hope to have an organist in place by our November meeting.
- Received the following committee reports:
- Don Eyer submitted a written report which was shared by Father Applegate. The first Grounds for Discussion in the new Undercroft was held on October 2, 2016. There continues to be average or above average attendance in the Grounds for Discussion meetings. The next meeting of St. Luke's Book Club will be on November 1, 2016 and the book is The Gift of Years. The Committee had a planning meeting on October 9, 2016.
- Christian Education – Athena Koehler reported that the children are delighted to be in the new nursery and that this move will allow the 5 and 6 graders to return to their original area. The Christmas pageant will take place on Sunday, December 18, 2016 at the 10:00 am service. There are five (5) participants in the Youth Confirmation Classes. Rev. John Kaufman and Sally McClaskey are leading the group. They have planned three overnights – one in October, one in November, and the last one in December. Five (5) people have expressed an interest in participating in the Adult Inquirer's Classes.
- Finance – in Josh Whittington's absence, Father Applegate presented the financial report. Executive Summary for September 2016: Copies of the Executive Summary for September were distributed and reviewed. As of the end of September, 75% of the fiscal year has been completed. Some of the items which are high or over budget were discussed. Dixon Miller pointed out that when reviewing the year-to-date percentage of the budget one needs to always consider the amount budgeted for each specific item – which is also included on the Executive Summary. The Finance Committee is closely monitoring the budget and doing projections through the end of the fiscal year. Consolidated Income and Expense Statement as of September 2016: Each of the Vestry members received a copy of the Consolidated Income and Expenses Statement for September 2016. It was pointed out that a designated donation had been given for outreach. The church also received a generous donation to the Building Maintenance Fund. There was also a discussion about funds donated to the Market Street Pantry and how those funds are managed. Balance Sheet as of September 2016: Copies of the Balance Sheet as of September 2016 were distributed. It was noted that the checking account line item decrease year over year reflects the latest payments made to Midstate Contractors. It was also noted that we are continuing to pay off the loan that we received from the Church Foundation. Project finances and bridge loan: Father Applegate reported that to date we have borrowed $200,000 of our bridge loan, and we were approved for an additional $100,000. The total gifts and pledges to the Capital Campaign total $893,867.00 We currently have $37,000 left in the account with outstanding bills to pay. It is anticipated that we will need to take an additional draw of about $40,000.00 The Finance Committee will review several options regarding the best way to proceed. A question arose about the final pay-off date for all pledges, and Father Applegate indicated that some extend until 2019. We have provided an opportunity for our members to make an additional pledge to the Capital Campaign as part of the stewardship program.
- Historic Preservation – Dave Proctor reported that, as a result of the Activities Fair we have a new member, Shayne Miller. Burt Long, Executive Director of the Ohio History Connection will be visiting our church on Wednesday November 9:00 at 3:00 pm. In addition to representatives from St. Luke's, Father Applegate had also invited representatives from both Midstate and NRC Engineering. Bill Wilken, who continues to do a tremendous amount of research on the history of St. Luke's, shared with the committee a document indicating that the 180th anniversary of the incorporation of St. Luke's will be this December 28.
- Membership – Sally McClaskey submitted a written report. Two new families have joined St. Luke's Church. Chris and Sue Cherney and Brad and Heidi Nolan and their three children. Sally shared that four (4) boxes of “goodies” were packed up and sent to the four students from St. Luke's who are in their freshman year of college. Two special events are scheduled for upcoming months. On November 4, 2016 there will be a reception for those who have recently joined our church, and on January 6, 2017 (The Epiphany) there will be a Wise Women's Gala.
- Outreach – Vicki Reed and Michelann Scheetz reported that the committee has been busy marketing the Turkey Trot. They have been at the Granville Farmers' Market selling caps and other race items. The “Turkey Waddle” will be held on November 11, 2016 in the upstairs of Moe's Barbecue on Broadway. Vicki reported that the Market Street Pantry is doing well. Additional refrigerators were recently purchased, and the Pantry is working with a new source to obtain a weekly supply of eggs. This past Friday, Bob and Carolyn Johnson picked up 4-5 cases of eggs that were already pre-packaged.
- Pastoral Care – Shelly Morehead reported that on Sunday, October 16, in keeping with the observance of St. Luke's Day, and remembering that Luke was a physician, at the Meet in the Middle after the 9:15 service, Deacon Mary and Jimi James will have a table with Vial of Life kits. Shelly explained that these are kits which can be used to provide medical information in the event of an emergency. A one-page form is completed and placed in a special magnet holder on the side of the refrigerator. Also, the kit provides a special sticker to place by/on the front door to alert emergency responders that medical information is on the refrigerator.
- Property, Buildings and Grounds – It was noted that we need to maintain the Parish House as we prepare the 2017 Budget for repairs and maintenance. It has been previously reported that the soffits need to be replaced. Currently, birds are getting up into the soffit area and pulling out insulation.
- Worship – Tom Wortham noted that the Worship Committee and Father Applegate have been talking about whether we should continue the weekly Wednesday service. Tom reported that other possibilities are being considered such as an evening service once a month and possibly on 4-5 other days which are of significance to the Church (such as Epiphany). Michelann added that there could be great value in creating an evening service during which families could worship.
(Complete Vestry minutes are available by request to the clerk, Dave Proctor.)
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In October's Newsletter...
...we talked about good things happening for programs that do good work. Well, we’ve just added to the good things list for Market Street Pantry. Recall that a few months ago we found an egg supplier and shortly thereafter lost that supplier. We’ve been “scrambling ” (couldn’t resist) to find a new source for eggs ever since. Enter Trillium Farms of Croton, Ohio who has stepped up to donate to our pantry the 120 dozen eggs we need for our clients every week. The two most critical things a pantry needs to function are volunteers and food. Certainly eggs are an important food source of protein to our pantry clients, many of whom are undernourished. Special thanks go out to Trillium Farms.
November traditionally benchmarks the harvest and celebrates with the Thanksgiving meal and holiday. Between our Turkey Trot activities and Market Street Pantry’s continuing work, St Luke's truly brings in the harvest.
We are now using a dedicated email address for volunteers to schedule their bi-monthly shifts. If you are a new or current volunteer, a new email address for requesting shift dates is now up and running: msp@stlukesgranville.org. Or call Dagny at the Church office, 740.587.0167.
For further information, contact Vicki Reed at victoria.reed299@gmail.com.
REMINDER...
The Market Street Pantry will begin each week with a new food donation theme:
1st Sunday: Peanut Butter
2nd Sunday: Pasta & Sauce
3rd Sunday: Tuna
4th Sunday: Canned Fruit
5th Sunday: Mac & Cheese
HEALING MOMENTS WORKSHOPS
MEETING ALZHEIMER'S: (An hour long workshop)
A Hope-filled and Inspiring Workshop for Caregivers
Tuesday, November 1, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bryn Du Mansion
Sponsored by Bryn Du
Discover how persons with Alzheimer's disease reveal to us the true value of life-theirs and ours, in this free session.
You will receive an introduction...
- about the disease & its behavioral changes
- toward adopting an attitude of affirmation and acceptance
- in ways to reduce conflict and stress
- on how to have a meaningful relationship
- on how our loved ones make a positive difference in our lives
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MEETING ALZHEIMER'S: (A three hour long workshop)
A Hope-filled and Inspiring Workshop for Caregivers
Tuesday, November 15, 9:00 am - 12 noon
Centenary Methodist Church, Granville
Sponsored by the Granville Community Foundation and Kendal at Granville
HEALTH CARE MINISTRY
Just a reminder that we will be unveiling a new Health Care Ministry in early 2017! If any of our parishioners with a health care background would like to be involved in this new ministry, please call Shelly Morehead at 740-704-3135 or email shelly.morehead@gmail.com
An early December brainstorming session is planned, followed by a Coffee: Grounds for Discussion initial presentation in January or February.
If you weren't able to attend the October 16, Meet-in-the-Middle, information on the Vial of Life is available in the Parish House.
LOOKING FOR A MINISTRY THAT HELPS THE HOMELESS OF LICKING COUNTY?
Find out more at the November 15 meeting below.
Meal-a-Month Ministry
Tuesday, November 15, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Undercroft
The Annual Dessert Meeting for St. Luke's Meal-a-Month ministry teams and anyone interested in joining a team in 2017. Families are welcome!
The program will be: "Domestic Violence Victims Facing the Challenge of Homelessness", with Tricia Hufford, Director of New Beginnings, presenting.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: deaconmary@icloud.com.
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