December 24th, 2022 Two Services of Holy Eucharist: Rite II
at 4pm & 9pm
&
December 25th, 2022 One Service of Holy Eucharist: Rite II
at 9:30am
This Saturday, December 24th, Christmas Eve
The Nativity of Our Lord
"In that region there were shepherds living in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. Then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid; for see-- I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is the Messiah, the Lord." From Luke 2:1-20
Image: Swanson, John August. Shepherds, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=58575 [retrieved September 16, 2022]. Original source: Estate of John August Swanson, https://www.johnaugustswanson.com/.
This Sunday, December 25th Christmas Day
Image: Joy to the World!, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=56347 [retrieved September 16, 2022]. Original source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/babasteve/31844535845/.
Good to Know We welcome and encourage masking at our services. Masking is not required.
STREAM: Our 10:30am service has music and streams live from St. Nick's to ourYouTube Channel SERVE: Please sign up here if you would like to help lead worship at one of our service as one of a small team including AV people, readers, and prayer leaders. CHILDCARE: Professional nursery care for children five and under is generally available in the undercroft during the 10:30am service. If possible, please try to email us to let us know to expect your little one in the nursery. COFFEE HOUR: On hold for now.
A message from Mother Leigh:
Dear St. Nick’s family,
Wishing you peace love and joy during this holy season.
Merry Christmas!
Love,
Mtr Leigh, Edmund, Solomon, Scout, and
Boo Radley
Stewardship 2022 Thank you so much to all who have pledged for 2023. To date, we have 37 pledges totaling $147,900
For those of you that like an electronic pledge option you will find our 2023 Pledge Card HERE
SAVE THE DATE: Our Annual Meeting is Sunday, January 29th, at the New Hamburg Yacht Club following church services. Light refreshments will be provided. Please join us!
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We are happy to offer training and/or guidance if needed.
*Readers and intercessors are urgently needed*
Bishop Search:
Slate Announced
The Rev. Matthew Foster Heyd, the Diocese of New York
The Rev. Stephanie M. Johnson, the Diocese of Connecticut
The Rev. Matthew Hoxsie Mead, the Diocese of New York
The Rev. Steven D. Paulikas, the Diocese of Long Island
The Rev. Robert Jemonde Taylor, the Diocese of North Carolina
Upcoming Search Timeline
Early to mid-September 2022: Slate of up to five candidates announced; petition period
Week in mid-November 2022: Candidates visit Diocese for meet-and-greet sessions
December 3, 2022: Election of Bishop Coadjutor
May 20, 2023: Ordination and consecration of Bishop Coadjutor, at The Cathedral
March 16, 2024: Installation of the XVIIth Bishop at The Cathedral
Click or tap the red button below to read more about each of the candidates and watch their nomination videos:
Please keep the Committee to Elect a Bishop in your prayers during this season of discernment and hard work!
Should you have any questions on the search process, please don't hesitate to email the Committee at committee@electabishop.org.
We will welcome an all-star lineup of supply clergy who will be with us on Sunday mornings, beginning October 30th:
The Rev. Chuck Kramer
The Rev. Alison Quin (Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2022)
The Rev. Canon Jeanne Person (New Year's Day 2023)
The Rev. Kevin Bean (February 2023)
While she is on leave, Mtr. Leigh will not be answering calls, texts, or emails, nor receiving visitors.
Pastoral care needs will be covered by our Pastoral Concerns Committee.
Should a true emergency arise while the Rector is away
-- such as a death or building emergency --
please contact
Senior Warden - Steph Mortimer at 845.522.1417 or by email
Junior Warden - Joe Haubrich, II at 845.546.1809 or by email
The church office - 845.297.2010 (leave a message) or by email
Online Giving
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The Daily Office Morning Prayer Live BACK IN SPRING 2023
Parish Leadership The Rt. Rev. Andrew ML Dietsche, Bishop of the Diocese of New York
The Rev. Leigh Hall, Rector The Vestry
Steph Mortimer, Senior Warden (2023); Joe Haubrich, II, Junior Warden (2025)
Dorothy Jackson, Clerk & Volunteer Sunday School Coordinator (2025); Ted Obligado (2025); Bert Mazzuto (2023); Jack Parry, Ass't Treasurer (2023); Leslie Batta (2024); Kristy Tilley (2024);Anne Unflat (2024) Treasurer
Carolyn Norman Our Staff
Daniel Fannon, Organist
Dana Weber, Parish Administrator; Carolyn Mangini, Bookkeeper
Kimberly Steuber, Nursery Attendant; Jane Landon, Cleaner
In closing...
Pack our pocket-sized patron #olflatnick in your suitcase on your next journey!
Can be a big trip or a small trip: #olflatnick just loves to see the sights!
This is a fun way for us to keep in touch with one another and to stay connected as a church community. Pick up your #olflatnick in the Narthex and then send us your photos to the church office: stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Thanks for playing!