WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – September 13th – Fr. Thomas.
WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – September 13th – Fr. Thomas.
During these days of pandemic shut down, I can easily understand how some folks aren’t sure what’s going to happen next, or who they are these days. I like the story about the retired English Bishop who was visiting a local nursing home. He leaned forward to one rather vague looking old gentleman and enquired, “Do you know who I am?” “No”, came the rather abrupt reply, “but don’t worry, the nurse will tell you who you are.”
As the old song reminds us, “They will know we are Christians by our love.” Regardless of what else happens around us, we can be assured of God’s never failing kindness and support; for as another old hymn reminds us, even during times of “Change and decay when all around I see, O Thou who changest not, abide with me.” So, remember, when you get to your wit’s end, you’ll find God there because “Life doesn’t come with a bow, but it’s still a gift.”
NOTICES:
Forward Day by Day booklets for the next quarter are available in the black drop box to the right of the front office doors.
Video Viewing Options – there are three different ways to view our videos: 1) our church website; 2) our Facebook page; and 3) our YouTube channel. See the links listed below.
Opportunities for Giving – there are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations: electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards; personal checks delivered by USPS; and our favorite through joining our giving family online through our website or at www.myEoffering.com with our secure vendor Church Envelope Budget Company, who provides you with yearly offering envelopes. Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.
The Diocese of Southeast Florida – has extended the ban on Church-wide in-person services, events and meetings and other activity until further notice. Live-streaming and recording of worship will continue, but no other in-person activity is permitted.
Sandwiches for St. George’s Outreach Project – Please continue to prepare sandwiches for St. George’s and bring them to St. David’s parking lot each Wednesday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Thank you for your continued support!
Blood Drive – Thank you to everyone who donated and participated in this event.
ECW Raffles – The ECW mailed out the annual cash raffle tickets out on August 24th and we would appreciate your support by purchasing the $25 worth of tickets. Cash prizes are $100, $200, and $300. Drawing will take place this weekend on Saturday, Sept. 12th. Winners will be notified by phone. You can drop off the completed stubs with a check or cash by 12pm today, Friday, Sept. 11th to be included. Please be sure that your name and phone number are written legibly on the ticket stub. Thank you for your support. Linda
Please Pray – For the sick: Ashlyn, Donna, Kim, Jim, Marie, Rita.
For birthday celebrations: Gary Habib, Charles Elmore, John Webber, Doreen Garrett, Anthony Ward, Joseph Brabham, Isabelle Carter, Georgette Dzubiak.
For our departed: Jonathan White, Marcellino Fujimoto.
For our expectant mother: Mayoli.
