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THIS SUNDAY AT SAINT PAUL'S
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Dear Saint Paul’s community,
It has been a privilege to serve among you. As my time with you ends, I would like to share a short reflection of my time at Saint Paul’s. When I arrived, I was very nervous about being accepted into the community, especially since I did not know how long I would be with you. My nerves were totally unnecessary. You welcomed me into the community with open arms, and that has made all the difference in my formation toward becoming a priest. When I preached, you were encouraging and helped me to remember that I have something to say. When I celebrated for the first time, you were gracious and showed me how to have confidence in my ministry. My time with you has changed me for the better, and I thank you. You have guided me toward finding joy in ministry; I leave with a smile in my heart because you have put it there. You have been a blessing in my life. Continue to be the hands and feet of Christ and seek to fulfill your baptismal covenant in all that you do.
Blessings to you all, today and always.
Peggy+
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Groveland and Joyce Uptown Food Shelves joyfully receive Saint Paul's weekly donations of personal care and non-perishable food. Please bring items to church as part of your weekly offering, and place in the baskets at the Narthex doors. Thank you.
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Thank you to the Faith Formation Commission for hosting Coffee Hour this week; next week, the Vestry.
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PRAYER CALENDAR
In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for Province de L'Eglise Angicane au Rwanda.
In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the General Convention of the Episcopal Church held in Austin, Texas, on July 3-13; and all Ecumenical Ministries throughout Minnesota, especially for the Minnesota Council of Churches, and all those who work with social service agencies. We also pray for the parish of Saints Martha and Mary (Eagan).
On our Parish Prayer List, we pray for Adeline, Alex, Anna and Steve, Bob, Dianne, Eva, Greg, Harvey, Jennie Beth, Joan, John, Karen, Kate, Katherine, Krista, Laura, Mary, Nancy, Natalia, Norman, Pat and Steve, Philip, Richard, Sue, Susan, and the Coopergard, del Caro Scaia, and Paulson families.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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A Painting Project update from the Vestry! Read the details here.
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The Worship Committee will be meeting on Wednesday, 1 August, from 6:30-8:30pm.
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Gift Cards for God: Bring your unused gift cards to the church over the next few week and help us listen to our neighbors. The New Vision Committee is ready to send out our community survey to our neighbors, and your gift cards will help entice our neighbors to provide feedback. Any gift card will do, so long as it can be used locally or online.
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Registration for August's Commission Saturday is now open! Join us on 18 August from 8:30am-1pm for commission meetings, crafting our parish mission and vision statements, and articulating our core values. If you serve on a Commission or not, have ideas about ministry, or want to get more deeply involved with Saint Paul's, this event is for YOU! Register online or on paper (available in the Beim Neighborhood House).
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Meetings of Saint Paul's Vestry are open to all who wish to attend. The next meeting will be Monday, 20 August at 7:00pm in the Thurston Conference Room. Minutes of past meetings will be on our website soon; until that time, you can find a reference copy of all approved minutes in a box across form the Rector's office, in the Resources box on the right sidebar -->, or by contacting the Clerk of the Vestry, Jeff Gosnell.
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Confirmation Registration: If your child age 12-18 and wishes to deepen their faith and learn more about the Episcopal Church, please contact Father Marcus and let him know. Our next class will be confirmed by Bishop Prior in May 2019.
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Community Coffice™ Hours in July and August will be held at Dunn Brothers Coffee . Join Father Marcus for coffee and conversation, on any topic; drop in or set an appointment. Other appointments can be scheduled by contacting the Rector directly.
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