WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – November 22nd – Fr. Thomas.
WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – November 22nd – Fr. Thomas.
“O Give Thanks to the Lord, for He is gracious; and His mercy endureth forever,” so reads Psalm 106.
Amen to that on this Thanksgiving Weekend! Some random housewives apparently compiled their own list of things for which to be grateful.
“For automatic dishwashers – because they make it possible for us to get out of the kitchen before the family comes back in for their after dinner snacks.”
“For husbands who attack small repair jobs around the house – because they usually make them big enough to call in the professionals.”
“For children who put away their things and clean up after themselves. They’re such a joy you hate to see them go home to their own parents.”
“For teenagers – because they give parents an opportunity to learn a second language.”
“For Smoke alarms – because they let you know when the turkey’s done.”
On a more serious note, I include this list of things for which to give thanks.
“I am thankful for: The taxes I pay – because it means I’m employed;
The clothes that fit a little too snug – because it means I have enough to eat;
A lawn that needs mowing, windows that need washing, & gutters that need cleaning – because it means I have a home;
My huge energy bill – because it means I am comfortable;
The piles of laundry – because it means I have loved ones nearby.
For my church – because it reminds me of God’s loving mercy, and His many gifts.”
Thanksgiving is not simply one day; but is a way of life. Pray that God may help us cultivate an “Attitude of gratitude” this season and throughout the entire year.
NOTICES:
Video Viewing Options for Sunday’s mass – 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.
Sandwiches for St. George’s: We will continue making sandwiches at least through December. Please bring them to St. David’s parking lot each Wednesday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 am. St. George’s is trying to begin serving to-go dinner meals but is not getting enough of the parishes and other groups to support that yet. So the hot lunches with to-go sandwich bags for a later dinner will continue for a while. Thank you for the ongoing support! We continue to provide 300± sandwiches every week.
Stockings for Stars Christmas Project: After speaking with the Director of the Fortin Center in South Bay, we have decided to not ask parishioners to shop for clothes and toys for the children. We will be COVID safe and instead, similar to the school supply drive, we will collect money and order items to be delivered directly to the school. I know this is not the same, that we will miss fighting the Black Friday crowds, standing in long lines to pay, etc. Wait, maybe there are a few advantages to this new way.
Please mail your donations to Joyce Parker, 104 Locust Lane, RPB, FL 33411. The check should be made out to St. David’s. Please write Stockings for Stars in the notes area. Many thanks. Joyce 561-312-2719
Holy Eucharist:
Sundays: 8 am & 10 am
Please Pray– For the sick: Ashlyn, Beth, Charlotte, Donna, Francis, Iliana, Jeanne, Jim, Joaquin, Kim, Theda.
For birthday celebrations: Wally Hernandez, Sara Webber, Joy Noe, Beverly Francis, Matthew Hogan, Beatrice Deshommes-Sauerbier.
For our expectant mother: Mayoli.
