WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – November 9th – Fr. Thomas
Friday, November 11th, is of course, Veteran’s Day, marking the end of World War 1, in 1918. We owe a debt of gratitude to all veterans for their willingness to serve and defend the peace and liberty of our own country and others around the world, which we often take for granted. Coincidentally, in the liturgical calendar it is also the commemoration of St. Martin of Tours, the patron saint of soldiers. Martin served in the Roman army in the 4th c. then settled in France and became a monk. The story is told that while early on in his Christian faith, Martin was approached by a beggar. Moved with compassion for the man, Martin removed his cloak, cut it in two pieces, and gave half to the poor man. The following night, Jesus appeared to Martin in a vision wearing the same torn piece of cloth. Later on he reluctantly accepted the position of Bishop of Tours in 372 A.D. and went on to become a popular and respected leader of the Church.
Jesus said, “What you did for the least of these my brothers, you did it unto me.” Martin’s immense faith and humility are an example to all of us of our responsibility to help those in time of need, and recognize Jesus in the lives of others. When we show kindness to those who can repay us, it’s called networking. When we show kindness with no thought of repayment, it’s called love.
BUNKO IS BACK!! Come join us for serious fun and great camaraderie! Saturday, November 12th, at 6:00 p.m., in the Parish Hall. A super easy game to learn if you’ve never played and loads of fun! Bring a dish to share and a friend or two – the more the merrier! Cash prizes will be awarded, and you win even if you lose!! Seriously, where are you going to find that?! Come out to see what the excitement is all about! $10 per person – total bargain for a night full of fun!
The ECW is hosting a food collection for St. George’s Center, Riviera Beach on Sundays, November 6th and 13th. Boxes of cereal, cans of meat or fish, chicken and spam can be dropped off in the west parking lot on those two Sundays. Look for the signs!
ECW will not hold a regular meeting in November, but will hold a regular meeting on Saturday, December 3rd, at 11:15 a.m. in the parish hall, followed by lunch at Los Agaves in Royal Palm Beach.
ECW is hosting a Christmas-themed decorative craft workshop at Board & Brush in Wellington on Saturday, December 10th, from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost is $35 per person and includes all supplies to make a lovely and durable Christmas craft to decorate your home or give as a gift. Contact Linda McKeown at llmckeown51@comcast.net for more information or to reserve a space for the Board & Brush event. All women of the parish are invited to all ECW events.
St. David’s Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 18th at 4:00 p.m. Please join us for our joyous holiday concert! Enjoy musical performances. We hope to see you there. A reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Suggested donation of $20.00
Sunday’s Worship – We are open for live worship on Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. We also “live-stream” our 10 a.m. service.
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 https://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.
Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old. We are looking for volunteer Sunday school teachers, anyone interested can contact Erin Thomas to learn more details, or contact the church office.
Sandwiches for St. George’s: Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot each Wednesday morning from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hospitality Hour next Sunday will be hosted by the Hosted by the Congregation. Please bring a dish to share. Next week will be hosted by the Daughters of the King.
Women’s Bible Study weekly meeting will be held today at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.
Altar Flowers and Candles: We have a bag on the credenza to collect all flower and candle donations for upcoming Sundays. If you would like to donate for altar flowers for memorials and celebrations, please put your check for $40 with a request showing the date you want altar flowers and the reason for your donation into the bag. If you want to donate candles, please put your check for $20 and request showing date and reason for donation. Do not put flower and candle requests in offering plates.
Forward Day by Day brochures are now available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.
Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 8:30 a.m.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Alice, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Donna, Doris, Doug, Ed, Edna, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Rosie, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Timothy, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: Pearl Saunders, Cynthia Thompson, Yashieka Blount, Elizabeth Philistin, Kimberly Gardner, Claudette Wray, Predrag Maksimovic, Yvonne Elliott, Jerry Frenz. For our expectant mother: Rebecca.
Our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/c/SaintDavidsinthePinesWellingtonFL
