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From the Rector
Dear St. Patrick's,
Grace and peace. There are many calamities that face our country. If we turn on the news, we hear about the stock market drops, long-term uncertainty, and rampant unemployment. Not to diminish these pressing concerns in this country that may or may not have an effect on our own financial security, but there are some disturbing events happening around the world that overshadow our "pressing" news.
In East Africa, the Somalians (particularly those in southern Somalia) are experiencing an extreme famine (and it promises to soon sweep into the neighboring countries of Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia). The situation is exacerbated by insurgent groups in southern Somalia who threaten humanitarian efforts. At this time, an estimated 12 million people are in need of food, water, and other basic supplies, and 800,000 have fled to neighboring countries seeking basic subsistence. The dire situation in East Africa reminds us how blessed we are.
Jesus said, "From everyone to whom much has been given, much will be required; and from one to whom much has been entrusted, even more will be demanded." (Luke 12.48) [See Context]
The Episcopal Church through Episcopal Relief and Development is supporting proven partner organizations in northern Kenya who provide water, food, medical care, and longer-term recovery measures like providing soil treatment and feed for livestock. The Social Concerns Committee of St. Patrick's will match donations made by parishioners (up to $1,000) to support this worthy cause. You can make your donation in several ways. (1) Write a check to St. Patrick's with a memo line "Somalia" or (2) make a donation online by direct deposit from your checking account or by credit card (Online Donations).
Faithfully, 
Read or listen to the sermons in our Genesis preaching series. This week's sermon is based on Genesis 45.1-15 (Joseph reconciles with his brothers)
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Prayer List
We pray for John Canellakis who had surgery this week, and for those who care for him.
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Mid-Summer Luncheon for the Senior Saints
Please rsvp to your hostess Marilyn Mix (202 965-5423) or the Church Office if you are able to join the Senior Saints (and not so senior Kurt Gerhard) for lunch at noon on Tuesday, August 23rd in the Church Library. The Day School is not in session yet, so the parking is plentiful for this get-together to reconnect after vacations spent away from home. Mark your calendar, and join this fun group! |
Bring Items for George Washington University Students Care Packages
In just two weeks, approximately 500 students will move into dorms across the street from St. Patrick's. The Mount Vernon Campus (or "The Vern" as students call it) is a satellite campus to the main Foggy Bottom location. Through the GW E-news, we will invite students to worship with us on Sundays, specifically inviting them to our September 11 BBQ. In anticipation of students who might join us this fall, please consider donating items that we can tuck into gift bags which we will give them when they visit: - Rolls of quarters for coin-op laundry
- Study snacks: peanut butter crackers, popcorn, candy, etc.
- Metro Smart Cards
- Safeway cards
- New pens / pencils
- D.C. postcards and stamps
Look for the collection bin outside the Nave. |
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Parents of Rising 6th-9th Graders, Mark Your Calendars
Come to an Information Session for Parents of 6th-9th graders.
Discover the opportunities for outreach, fellowship,
learning, & making music that exist for this age group.
After the 10 am Eucharist
11:30 am - Noontime
Sunday, August 21st, 28th, and/or September 4
Kurt, Andrea, & Adele will talk about exciting plans for this age group, including confirmation preparation. If you cannot attend one of these information sessions, look for an August information packet which will be distributed by email.
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Sunday Participants on August 14th
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8am Server:
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Jane Byerley
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Altar Guild:
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Monique Ploss
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10am Server:
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Peter Jobusch
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Readers:
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David Lambert, Camilla Duke
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Psalmist:
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Janet Lee
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Intercessor:
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Nicole Chapin Duke
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Greeters:
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Dan & Cherry Bourque
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Flowers:
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Jane Battle, Todd Purdum, Carol Hylton
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Refreshments:
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Jennifer & Barry Brown
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Ushers:
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Barry Brown, Sally Fowler
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Lay Eucharistic Ministers:
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Wes Simmons, Carol Jobusch
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Vestry Person of the Day:
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Keenan Keller
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Music Update
Have you thought about how your child (and YOU!) can participate in music this year? Here are the opportunities: |
Kindergarten -Gr. 2
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Music in Motion
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Gr. 3 - Gr. 6
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Jubilate Deo
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Gr. 7 - Gr. 8
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St. Patrick's Peal/Cambiata
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Gr. 9 - Gr. 12
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Nova Lux
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Pre-K - Adult
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Family Choir
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Gr. 5 - Adult
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Drum Corps
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Gr. 3 - Adult
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"Guest" instrumentalist
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High School - Adult
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Cantoris Choir
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Classical violin from Jean-Luc Princivil is coming up this Sunday. Don't miss out!
~Adele Lynch, Director of Music |
| Summer Baptism Date is September 4th
The next baptism at St. Patrick's will be at the 10am service on Sunday, September 4th which is also Labor Day weekend. If you are interested in baptism for you or your child, please contact the church office. After this date, the next baptism is on November 6th, All Saints' Sunday.
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