WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 23, 2024
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 23rd – Fr. Cederberg
What don’t you know? That’s a big question, but one we don’t think enough about. Psychologists tell us that our brains can only hold a certain amount of information, so the only way we can really function in today’s world is to make big guesses. We have to cut to the chase. Yet, that means that even in the best of cases we are right only about 85% of the time. Usually 40-60%. The rest of the time we’re winging it, and trying to sell what we think might be right to others around us – whether family members, friends or clients.
That’s why Jesus goes for the jugular when talking about the truth. It’s nothing to play around with. For us, the truth isn’t some abstract principle out there in the universe, or the residue in the bottom of a test tube. For us, truth is HIM! Though often misquoted, Jesus puts it clearly. “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31, 32)
The season of Lent is a great time to become ruthlessly honest with ourselves. What do we really know? What are we just guessing at, just because we have to get through the day? Instead, we can relax. We don’t have to find the truth. The Truth has found us! Let us devote ourselves to knowing more about him, and through him to know more about the world and about other people who are made in his image.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Debt Reduction: Total Debt: $94,000.00. Total Balance: $3,925.00.
Gardening and Grounds Clean Up on Saturday, February 24th at 9 am – 12 noon. We need volunteers to come and help. Wear long sleeves and gardening gloves. We could use a chain saw if anyone has one. Pizza and salad will be served for lunch.
Sandwiches for St. George’s: Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by ECW. Next week will be hosted by the Vestry.
Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sunday in the Sunday school classroom.
Women’s Bible Study is scheduled on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.
Youth Group Bible Study is scheduled on Sunday, March 3rd at 9:00 a.m.
Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist at 8:30 a.m.
ECW Deanery Spring Meeting is scheduled on Saturday, March 9th. A light breakfast is at 9:00 a.m. followed by a service with Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. Lunch follows immediately after service in the Parish Hall. If you plan to attend and stay for lunch, please contact Beatrice Deshommes at bdsauerbier@aol.com no later than Tuesday, March 5th.
First Communion will be held on March 24th at the 10 a.m. service. Please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com for more details. Families need to be registered by this Sunday.
Bunco is scheduled on Saturday, February 24th at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share – and we will have someone to watch the little ones. $10 per person, with 3 separate cash prizes – even if you lose! Honestly, where are you going to find that?! Hope to see you there!
Daughters of the King discernment and preparation for admission is scheduled on the 3rd and 4th Sundays at 9:00 a.m. for study guide starting February through May in the Mark Room.
Choral Evensong – Feast of Saint David’s of Wales is scheduled on Sunday, March 3rd at 4:00 p.m. A reception to follow in the parish hall.
St. David’s Annual Picnic is scheduled on Sunday, March 17th immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service. For more information or to volunteer please text Matt Hogan at 865-406-5978.
Prayer Shawl Group. If anyone is interested in starting it back up, we need people who can knit, crochet and people to deliver completed and blessed shawls to recipients. For further information, please contact Kimberly Gardner at kimfgardner@comcast.net or her cell (561) 596-9020.
Forward Day by Day Brochures for the next quarter is available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.
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.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Audley, Bishop Curry, Carol, Dennis, Diana, Dorothy, Dudley, Emily, Grace, Heather, Jameson, Jim, Kerrie, Lloyd, Marjorie, Megan, Michael, Pearl, Phyllis, Predrag, Robin, Ronald, Shelley, Shirley, Tanner, Violet. For birthday celebrations: Katie Waters, Kati Erickson, Anne Guillaume, Sue Ashe. For anniversary celebration: Dennis and Yvonne Wright. For our expectant mother: Shay. For our search committee Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.
Vestry Members: Howard Barrett – Senior Warden, Laurette Bagley, Kenneth Barnett, John Webber – Junior Warden, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Joyce Parker, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 16, 2024
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 16th – Fr. Cederberg
Hard to believe, but Lent has begun. It seems like I am just recovering from Christmas! But, the pages of the calendar turn, and time sweeps us along.
It helps for me to remember that the word “Lent” means “Spring”. Far from dark and gloomy, Lent is the time for green shoots and blossoms. And just as things come alive in the Spring, so God’s people awaken to the calling of new life during Lent.
Engaging in the disciplines of Lent, then, is really like utilizing the tools of a garden. They help us break up the hardened soil of our hearts, remove the rocks, and prune the deadwood that clears the way for an explosion of color and flavor. It can be hard work, yet it is worth it as we imagine the mouthwatering harvest that is to come.
So as we make decisions about what to give up (Do I really need to spend so much time on the computer?), and decide what to take on (What about checking in on that neighbor that I’ve been neglecting?), we are working with God to prepare a garden that will sprout into things beautiful and tasty.
I can’t wait to see what we will harvest here at St. David’s!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Debt Reduction: Total Debt: $94,000.00. Total Balance: $6,404.00.
Sandwiches for St. George’s: Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Daughters of the King. Next week will be hosted by the ECW.
Stations of the Cross: Fridays in Lent at 6:30 p.m. February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22.
“Souper Bowl”. Score – Chiefs 61 and 49ers 62. Thanks for your support. Linda McKeown.
Choral Evensong. A service of Choral Evensong for the Feast of St. David will be performed on Sunday, March 3 at 4:00 pm. Please join us for a reception after the service.
Daughters of the King discernment and preparation for admission is scheduled on the 3rd and 4th Sundays at 9:00 a.m. for study guide starting February through May in the Mark Room.
Bunco is scheduled on Saturday, February 24th at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share – and we will have someone to watch the little ones. $10 per person, with 3 separate cash prizes – even if you lose! Honestly, where are you going to find that?! Hope to see you there!
St. David’s Annual Picnic is scheduled on Sunday, March 17th immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service.
Search Committee meeting is scheduled on Sunday after the 10:00 a.m. service in the Sunday school classroom.
Gardening and Grounds Clean Up on Saturday, February 24th at 9 am – 12 noon. We need volunteers to come and help. Wear long sleeves and gardening gloves. We could use a chain saw if anyone has one. Pizza and salad will be served for lunch.
Prayer Shawl Group. If anyone is interested in starting it back up, we need people who can knit, crochet and people to deliver completed and blessed shawls to recipients. For further information, please contact Kimberly Gardner at kimfgardner@comcast.net or her cell (561) 596-9020.
Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sunday in the Sunday school classroom.
Women’s Bible Study is scheduled on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.
Youth Group Bible Study is scheduled on Sundayat 9:00 a.m.
Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist at 8:30 a.m.
Forward Day by Day Brochures for the next quarter is available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.
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.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Audley, Bishop Curry, Carol, Dennis, Diana, Dorothy, Dudley, Emily, Heather, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Marjorie, Megan, Michael, Pearl, Phyllis, Predrag, Robin, Ronald, Shelley, Shirley, Tanner, Violet, Yvonne. For birthday celebrations: Dawn LaBorde, Leah Wooding, Dennis Wright, Howard Barrett. For our expectant mother: Shay. For our search committee Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.
Vestry Members: Howard Barrett – Senior Warden, Laurette Bagley, Kenneth Barnett, John Webber – Junior Warden, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Joyce Parker, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 9, 2024
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 9th – Fr. Cederberg
We are now coming to the end of the season of Epiphany, knocking on the door of Lent. Epiphany is all about revelation; the revealing of who Jesus is. Through his preaching and miracles he makes clear that he is no ordinary dude. He has been sent on a mission from his Father to inaugurate a new kingdom on earth.
The final lesson on the last Sunday of Epiphany is always the Transfiguration. It shows Jesus in all of his glory, as he has been from all eternity. The difference? He now shows it to his disciples. They are both frightened and in awe. He truly is the king of kings and lord of lords. And so, they worship him.
We can think about Jesus all we want. We can pose all kinds of questions about why he did certain things, or how challenging his teaching might be. In the end, however, it all comes down to one thing. We worship him. Everything else is secondary. He is the great creator of the universe, and he has come for us. Let us bow before him.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Debt Reduction: Total Debt: $94,000.00. Total Balance: $12,944.84.
Sandwiches for St. George’s: Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Congregation over 50 years with a special cake to thank the Daughters of the King for their service to the church family. Next week will be hosted by the Daughters of the King.
Today is “Souper Bowl”. Final day to collect cans or packages of soup or other non-perishable food for the team of your choice. Thanks for your support. Linda McKeown.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on February 13th at 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Please join us for pancakes, sausages and beverages. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for 10 years and under. Tickets are on sale today after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services. Please wear your costume mask.
No Tuesday Holy Eucharist this week.
Ash Wednesday Services: February 14th at 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Gardening and Grounds Clean Up on Saturday, February 24th at 9 am – 12 noon. We need volunteers to come and help. Wear long sleeves and gardening gloves. We could use a chain saw if anyone has one. Pizza and salad will be served for lunch.
Bike St. Jude’s Trikeathon is scheduled on Friday, February 9th. We collected $180 for St. Jude’s Hospital last week. Thanks to those who donated.
Book Sale. “The Ignatian Workout for Lent will be on sale for $5.00 in the narthex. If anyone is interested, there will be a small discussion group in the Mark Room on Tuesdays during Lent following the 8:30 a.m. service.
Stations of the Cross: Fridays during Lent at 6:30 p.m. February 23, March 3, 8, 15
Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sundays in the Sunday school classroom.
Women’s Bible Study is scheduled on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.
First Communion will be held on Sunday, March 24th at the 10 a.m. service. Please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com for more details. Families need to be registered by February 25th.
Prayer Shawl Group. If anyone is interested in starting it back up, we need people who can knit, crochet and people to deliver completed and blessed shawls to recipients. For further information, please contact Kimberly Gardner at kimfgardner@comcast.net or her cell (561) 596-9020.
Daughters of the King (DOK). Discernment and preparations for admission to The Order of the Daughters of the King takes place on 3rd & 4th Sundays 9 am – 10 am for study guide sessions February – May in the Mark room in the St. David’s Parish Hall. Introduction session begins Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 9am. All women of St. David’s in the Pines interested in a deepening relationship with our Lord, Jesus Christ by prayer, study, and meditation are invited. For more information please contact: Evelyn Medcalf Chapter Co-President 561-315-8967 evelyn.medcalf@gmail.com, Claudette Wray, Chapter Co-President, 954-802-2250 renjcw2002@att.net.
Forward Day by Day Brochures for the next quarter is available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.
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.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Audley, Bishop Curry, Carol, Dennis, Diana, Donna, Dorothy, Dudley, Emily, Heather, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Marjorie, Megan, Michael, Pearl, Phyllis, Predrag, Robin, Ronald, Shelley, Shirley, Tanner, Violet, Yvonne. For birthday celebrations: Britney LaBorde, Clare Morales, Ralph Robinson. For anniversary celebration: Janet and David Michaels. For our expectant mother: Shay Reyes.
Vestry Members: Howard Barrett – Senior Warden, Laurette Bagley, Kenneth Barnett, John Webber – Junior Warden, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Joyce Parker, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 2, 2024
WEEKLY MESSAGE – February 2nd– Fr. Cederberg
One of the things that was central to the ministry of Jesus was healing. We may struggle with what that means in our day of hospitals, doctor’s offices and emergency rooms, but it is clear that healing was important to him. A sick child, a hemorrhaging older woman, or an outcast leper, they all attracted the touch of Jesus.
We might get spooked off from the idea of religion and healing from stories of faith healers and Pentecostal extremists, yet wherever the church has gone through history healing has always been central. Why do we give thanks to God for the food and yet fail give thanks to God when we are healed? Are doctors and hospitals not a part of God’s healing plan? Were antibiotics not the result of his inspiration?
Next time you go to the doctor, remember to say a prayer for your healing. And when the healing happens, pause to give God thanks. He’s in the healing business!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Debt Reduction: Total Debt: $94,000.00. Total Balance: $22,898.00.
Sandwiches for St. George’s. Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by Vestry. Next week will be hosted by the Congregation over 50 years. We will have a cake to say thank you to the Daughters of the King for their service to the church family.
Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sundays in the Sunday school classroom.
Women’s Bible Study is scheduled on Sundays at 11:15 a.m. in the Mark Room.
Youth Group Bible Study is scheduled this Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
Blood Drive: OneBlood will be at St. David’s this Sunday. Please eat a good breakfast and drink lots of water and plan to donate. There is a nationwide blood shortage emergency. Your donation is critically important. I can guarantee that you will save or gratefully improve someone’s life. Thank you. Joyce Parker 561-312-2719.
A Memorial Service for Laurie Cohen’s father The Rev. Samuel James “Jim” Stilwell will be held on Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church located at 3395 Burns Road, Palm Beach Gardens.
“Souper Bowl” is on Sunday, February 11th. We are collecting cans of soup starting today and Sunday, February 11th. Support your favorite team by donating cans or packages of soup or other non-perishable food and place it in the bin for either the 49ers or Chiefs to vote for the winner.
St. Jude’s Trikeathon is scheduled on Friday, February 9th sponsored by St. David’s Day School. We are collecting cash or check donations at the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services this Sunday.
ECW meeting is scheduled on Saturday, February 10th at 11:15 a.m. followed by lunch at Duffy’s on Crestwood. Please RSVP to Linda McKeown at llmckeown51@comcast.net, or 561-254-3902 by February 9th.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on February 13th at 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Please join us for pancakes, sausages and beverages. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for 10 years and under. Tickets will be on sale this Sunday and also on Sunday, February 11th after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services. Please wear your costume mask.
First Communion will be held on March 24th at the 10 a.m. service. Please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com for more details. Families need to be registered by February 25th.
Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist at 8:30 a.m.
Ash Wednesday Services: February 14th at 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Forward Day by Day Brochures for the next quarter is available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.
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.
PLEASE PRAY. For the sick: Audley, Carol, Dennis, Diana, Donna, Dorothy, Dudley, Emily, Frances, Heather, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Marjorie, Megan, Michael, Pearl, Phyllis, Predrag, Robin, Ronald, Shelley, Shirley, Tanner, Violet, Yvonne. For birthday celebrations: Jenifer Elmore, Maeve Blodgett, Yvonne Wright, James McKeown, Rohan Wolliston. For anniversary celebration:Desmond and Ann Chambers. For our expectant mother:Shay.
Vestry Members: Howard Barrett – Senior Warden, Laurette Bagley, Kenneth Barnett, John Webber – Junior Warden, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Joyce Parker, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.