NEWSLETTER FOR EASTER DAY, MARCH 23, 2008
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RECTOR’S NOTE
Watch this space! You do not want to miss any opportunity to serve God.
Ministry Opportunities!!!!
We need a Sunday School Coordinator for our Children’s programs.
Qualifications
We are seeking a special person who:
• has lots of energy,
• loves children,
• loves Jesus,
and loves St. Thaddeus.
The hours are good, the pay is eternal joy, and there is nothing more rewarding than teaching children about Jesus’ love
CURATE’S NOTE
Watch this space! You do not want to
miss any opportunity to serve God
Ministry Opportunity!!!
We need acolytes willing to
help us worship God together.
Qualifications
We are seeking individuals who:
* loves worship
* loves God
* loves St. Thaddeus
EYC (Episcopal Youth Community – 7th – 12th grade):
This week the EYC continued its theme of servant leadership by first conducting a foot washing on Maundy Thursday, and again by performing some community service by way of a trash pick-up on Saturday. Both occasions afforded us a chance to serve others in both our church community and our community of Aiken. It was a wonderful time, and we thank those adults who offered their help, as well. We will not, therefore, meet at our regular time tonight.In celebration of Easter we will head to Cumberland Hills to hold a service for the residents this Saturday. If you would like to join us for this chance to share our faith through Scripture and song and celebrate in the resurrection of Christ. We will not, therefore, meet at our regular time tonight.
CHILDREN’S CHAPEL: Designed for young children, ages 3-6, this program is a worship service specifically tailored to introduce your child to weekly bible stories and lessons. All 3-6 year olds are invited to attend a half hour program during the 10:30 A.M. worship service. The program includes songs, games, stories and lots of surprises! Children will process together to the chapel with a rotating weekly teacher and be returned before communion begins. If you would like to find out more about chapel or if you would like to volunteer to teach, please contact Erica Sanders at 649-3093.
MOST: Men of St. Thaddeus will meet Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m. (4th Tuesday of March) in the Stevenson-McClelland Kitchen/Patio/Parlor. Bring your main entree to cook on the grill. Salad, potatoes and drinks will be provided.
The YOUNG PROFESSIONALS GROUP On Mondays, we will gather at 6:00pm for dinner at different Aiken restaurants. We’ll gather at 5:45 at the church and walk/ride over to the restaurant or you can meet us there at 6:00. See Joseph Whitehurst, joseph.whitehurst@gmail.com; or call 648-5497 for more information.
BISHOP’S RESIDENCY: Bishop Henderson will be here in early April for one day. If you would like an appointment with him, please contact the Diocese, 1-800-889-6961.
WEDNESDAY MORNING BOOK GROUP: The Wednesday Morning Group has begun with the new book: The Faith Club – a Muslim, a Christian and a Jew searching for understanding. It is not to late to join. Please call Barbara Verbrick for more information, 648-1006.
ATTENDANCE
Palm Sunday Service, March 16, 2008: 223
Monday 11:00 Service, March 17, 2008:5
Tuesday 11:00 Service, March 18, 2008: 7
Wednesday 11:00 Service, March 19, 2008:45
Saturday, Soup Kitchen Meals served, March 15, 2008: 115
UNITED THANK OFFERING: UTO is a program of the Episcopal Church for the mission of the whole church, founded by and administered by women since 1889. The mission of the UTO is to expand the circle of thankful people. To achieve this mission we encourage daily prayers, offerings and the awareness of the abundance of God’s blessings. The “Blue Boxes” are utilized for offerings of thanks for our blessings that in turn provide blessings for others. Next Sunday, March 30th has been designated United Thank Offering Sunday at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church.
WANTED: St. Thaddeus’ Tea Garden is being cleaned up in advance of the St. Thaddeus Home and Garden Tour on April 5th. The four benches that were donated many years ago have deteriorated and are unsafe to use. Also the trellis with the Lady Banksia Rose needs to be replaced. We are requesting any help with these items to defray the cost of replacements. Any help will be appreciated. Checks should be made out to St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church, designated Tea Garden, and sent to Mary Bunch, Financial Manager. Questions: call Ceil Pendleton, 648-9958.
HOME TOUR TEA: On April 5, from 3-5 p.m., St. Thaddeus will host a tea in our own Tea Garden. If you would like to be a helper, we would be working from 1:30 – 6p.m.. Contact Cathy Harte or stop by the table after Church today: 648-2904 or cathyrn921@aol.com
BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE: The Building and Maintenance Committee would like to remind everyone that uses the buildings at St. Thaddeus and Mead Hall to please, please, please, turn off all lights when exiting a room/building before locking up. Let’s work together to lower the power bills. Thank you for conserving electricity.
NOT SO YOUNG ADULTS: This group will meet Sunday, April 20 at noon after the 10:30 service for a family cook-out. Jeannie and Steve Simmons are hosting. Their address is 60 Graystone Court. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be supplied. Please bring a side dish and your beverages. Please call Jeannie, 649-9897, if you have any questions.
FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION: Free income tax preparation for low and middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older will be available to all Aiken County residents until April 10 at the Aiken Public Library. Appointments may be made by calling 642-2023 or North Augusta 279-5767.
“DO YOU NEED A MINISTRY YOU CAN DO AT HOME? The parish card ministry offers the opportunity to connect with, and bless, members who need a get well message, some congratulations, or a word of sympathy; caring words for life’s many experiences. You and a partner can write these messages at home – for one month, once a year! Call Ellyn at 648-8458”
THANK YOU! I want to thank everyone who donated sandwiches, cookies, chips, pickles, and worked at the Community Lenten Lunch on Wednesday, March 12th. It was a marvelous success. For those who attended and heard Joseph, they know he did an outstanding job. Don displayed his usual expertise on the keyboard. I want to especially thank Gabby Philipp who made all the phone calls when I was called out of town. Thanks to everyone. Kathie Fowler.
SAFE CHURCH, WORSHIP LEADER, AND EUCHARISTIC VISITOR:
Training for these ministries will be help April 12 and October 4 at St. Martin’s-in-the-Field in Columbia or St. James in Greenville. If you have not had safe church or if your license for one of these ministries is about to expire, please register through the Diocese (on-line) or use one of the registration forms on the bulletin board in the narthex or call the church office or your ministry leader.
LUNCH BUNCH: Lunch Bunch is this week at EEJay’s Restaurant in Kalmia Plaza. Choice of Beef, Chicken or Shrimp for lunch. Please call Kathie Fowler (648-5981) by Tuesday (25th) to make food choice and reservation.
BOOKSTORE: Don’t forget to check out our Bookstore in the Church Office.
FEBRUARY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Revenue Expenses Balance
February 2008 $51,438 $57,331 ($5,893)
February 2007 $47,957 $48,407 ($450)
