St. Patrick's Episcopal Church
Washington, DC
September 8,
2010
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| From
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Dear St.
Patrick's,
Grace and peace. I hope you are looking forward to the festivities
around the beginning of our program year. It all begins this
Sunday. Our theme for the past month is to try St. Patrick's again,
for the first time. It is not a bad idea to take an inventory of
what we do with our time, every once in a while. It is a practice
that allows us to set our priorities. I happen to believe that
strengthening our spirit is part of our life that often gets short
shrift. At the same time, it is the part of our life that really
needs to be practiced and developed. It allows us to ground
everything else we do in what God calls us to be. It helps remind
us that we are not here only for ourselves.
St. Patrick's is an Episcopal community that invites people to pray
and learn together, knowing that although we are all created in the
image of God, we all bring different gifts and perspectives to the
ministry in this parish and in the wider world. I hope you take the
time to evaluate your priorities at St. Patrick's. This Sunday, we
begin with a celebration (worship followed by a picnic and
moonbounce). If you carry a backpack during the week, bring it to
service on Sunday as we dedicate them to the work that you have
before you (feel free to bring your briefcase, too). Don't let the
National Triathlon keep you away. There is a way to St. Patrick's
(see below).
On Sunday night, St. Patrick's J2A (Journey to Adulthood)
program begins. It is partnered with the Cambiata Choir
rehearsal. If you, or someone you love, is in grades 7-9, please
make sure to join us at St. Patrick's from 5:30-7:30pm. Dinner will
be served.
Beginning the Week of September 19...
Faithfully,
The Rev. Dr.
Kurt Gerhard
Rector
kurt@stpatrickschurchdc.org,
202-342-2828
www.stpatrickschurchdc.org
Read or listen to last Sunday's sermon titled "He Is The Way"
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| Prayer
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We pray
for Ron Klingenberg as he undergoes treatment for a serious
infection, and for those who care for him, especially his wife
Kankunda.
We pray
for Sandy Chamblee-Head as she cares for her father, Roland
Chamblee.
We pray
for those who started school this week in our area, especially our
own St. Patrick's Day School students, faculty and
staff.
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| Kick
Off Sunday is THIS Sunday! |
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Kick Off Sunday and the Blessing of the
Backpacks (bring yours to church!)
is this Sunday, September 12th. Celebrate the beginning of our fall
programs at the 10:00am Holy Eucharist, with the blessing of the
backpacks. We like seeing the grown-ups with your briefcases,
too!
After the 10:00am service we will have our
traditional cookout, and moonbounce for the kids! Remember
to bring something to share on the potluck table!
Last Names: A-K please bring
desserts
L-Z please bring side
dish/salads
We can still use some help on the set-up and clean-up crew, so
contact Karen Melchar (churchoffice@stpatrickschurchdc.org or 202
342-2800).
This is a great event to bring neighbors and friends for a
friendly and fun introduction to St. Patrick's. Dress
casually and plan to stay for food, fun and fellowship with your
St. Patrick's family.
**See below for note
on possible detours because of the National
Triathlon**
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Detours for Triathlon on Sunday |
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The Nation's Triathlon will begin
at 7am this Sunday, and end at 1pm, and may create the following
detours that may affect your trip to St. Pat's. You might want to
allow a little extra time to get to church!
Click here for Triathlon
map.
Sunday September 12, 6 am -1 pm:
The following roadways will be closed:
� Whitehurst Freeway
� Rock Creek Parkway, entire road
� Memorial Bridge, (Arlington Memorial Circle will remain
open)
� Clara Barton Parkway, both directions between Chain
Bridge and the Access road to MacArthur Blvd north of the Glen Echo
turnaround.
� Cabin John Parkway, both directions, entire road.
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Sunday, Children are Invited to Watch a Movie in the Mini
Gym |
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 During the 10 am service this Sunday, September
12th, children in Pre-K through 2nd grade, are invited to the Mini
Gym to watch a Veggie Tales Movie on the big screen. Popcorn and
juice boxes will be provided!
Adult Volunteers: Susan
Mulvaney and Marilyn Nowalk
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| Vestry
Nomination Committee |
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St. Patrick's is nearing the parish election
season. We are pleased to announce the 2010 Nominating Committee
chaired by Tony Lee: Miren Beitia, Josh Firebaugh, Amy Graham, and
Virginia Murphy. If you know someone or are interested in serving
on the 2011 Vestry, please send your nominations to the Rev. Kurt
Gerhard or Tony Lee, Chair of the Nominating Committee.
Nominees are being sought for:
Officers (for one year
terms):
Senior Warden
Junior Warden for the Church
Junior Warden for the Day School
Treasurer
Assistant Treasurer
Clerk
3 Vestry Members - 3 year terms (Class of
2013)
3 Vestry Members - 1 year terms
2 Delegates and 2 Alternates to Diocesan Convention -
Convention convenes January 28-29, 2011 and a special session to
elect the 9th Bishop of Washington will be convened on June 18,
2011.
Elections will be held on Sunday, November 7 at
the Annual Parish Meeting.
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| Music |
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 It's Kick-Off Sunday and Fred Irby is
back with us to help us "kick-off" the music year
with a flair! Our Cantoris Choir is back, too, to help lead us in
worship.
All
of our music groups will be "kicking-off" this month so watch your
email for notices about the opportunities available for you and the
young person in your household.
K-2nd Music in Motion
3rd-6th Jubilate Deo
7th-9th Cambiata Choir
10th-12th Nova Lux
5th grade Adult - Drum corps
3rd grade Adult - St. Patrick's Peal handbells
Everybody! Family Choir
Want
to learn more about any or all of these groups? Check out the website!
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Rules! |
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| Our own Nancy White, Head of Nursery at the Day
School, reminds us (gently) of these rules for the playground much
beloved for playtime after church every Sunday.
Nursery Playground Rules
--Go down the slide on your bottom, feet first, one person at a
time.
--Only one person at a time climbing up the rope on the ship
--Keep the rocks in the stream.
--Do not climb on the roof of the train.
We also add that for the safety of all our
children, there should be a parent supervising the
playground during coffee hour! And, of course, if you take a paper
cup or a napkin to the playground, PLEASE throw it away in the
trash can.
We are so lucky to have such a great facility
right behind the church!
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Sunday
School Begins September 19th.
This
Sunday, Find Classrooms, Pick Up Schedules, Read Teacher
Bios
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When you come to church this Sunday, check
the bulletin announcements to learn where your child's Sunday
School class will meet. Because of increased
enrollment, we have added a 4th Sunday School class (separating 3rd
& 4th grade from 5th and 6th grade), so some classroom
assignments will change. On tables outside each classroom,
you will also find Sunday School calendars and teacher
bios.
Learn more about the new curriculum, and how you can help make
Sunday School irresistible for our children - come to a
Sunday School Open House this Wednesday, September 15th, 9:30 -
11am, in the Church Library.
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Calling
All Acolytes!
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Sign up to Serve in the Fall AND Get Ready
for a Trip to Six Flags!
Young people in the 3rd-12th grades are eligible
to serve as acolytes, assisting the priests and the congregation on
Sunday mornings. If your child would like to serve as an acolyte
in the 2010-2011 academic year, please visit our website to learn
more about exciting plans for this year, including required acolyte
training.
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Upcoming acolyte trainings: September 19, 11:15-Noon OR October 10,
9:15-10am
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Sunday's Participants: Pentecost XVI September 12th |
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8:00am Server:
Mark Maves
Altar Guild: Jean
Bolan
Lay Eucharistic Ministers: Paul Geffert,
Shannon Small, Marilyn Nowalk
Ushers: Dan
Luchsinger, Charlie Hartley
Greeters: Kankunda
Klingenberg
Readers: Bob
Brookhiser, Candy Fowler
Intercessor: Nicole Chapin
Duke
Psalmist: Carrie
Anderson
Server: Peter
Jobusch
Crucifer:
Torches:
John Paul Rodocanachi,
Flowers: Alison
Davidson
Refreshments: Kick Off
Sunday Potluck!
Vestry Person of the Day: Tricia Duncan, Jay
Sommerkamp
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us on FaceBook and read the Blog! |
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following:
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St. Patrick's Episcopal
Church
4700 Whitehaven Parkway,
NW
Washington, DC 20007
202 342-2800 or 202 342-2802
fax
Associate Rector/Day
School Chaplain:
Parish
Administrator:
Senior Warden:
Nicole Chapin Duke, 301
530-9640
Junior
Warden for the Church:
Cheryl Crispen Bitsberger, 202
441-9041
Junior
Warden for the Day School:
Charlie Johnson III, 301
229-6342
Photo credit: Cross (at top) by
Carol Jobusch
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