WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – Aug 26th – Fr. Thomas

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One of the more embarrassing moments in my early ministry in my first parish in Rhode Island was when I had invited one of the nuns from the Episcopal Convent of the Holy Nativity in Providence to come down and visit our parish and meet with our youth group, of which I was the advisor. The primary purpose was for her to enlighten and educate the youngsters about the religious life in our Church, and particularly her religious community. She had stayed at the Rectory alongside of the church for the weekend, and after the final gathering on Sunday afternoon, I wished her goodbye, gave my thanks, saw her get into her car, and then I drove off.

I can’t begin to describe my astonishment when on the next morning, at daily Morning Prayer at which the clergy and a few lay people would gather, when she walked in with the Rector, both of whom had big smiles on their faces when they saw me. Little did I know that her car wouldn’t start after I had already left, and she had no other option than to ring the doorbell of the rectory, and ended up spending the night with the rector and his wife.

What I learned from this occurrence is to always see that my wife, children, or guests start the engine and pull out of the driveway/parking lot before I leave too! Moral of the story… Slow down, take every moment in life as a blessing. Accept your path, with its twists and turns, because the adventure is in the journey, not the arriving.

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.

Sandwiches for St. George’s: Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot each Wednesday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Daughters of the King. Next Sunday will be hosted by the Vestry.

St. David’s annual raffle drawing will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11 at the coffee hour after the 10:00 a.m. service. Prizes are $100, $200 and $300. You do not need to be present to win. Letter and tickets will be handed out at 8 and 10 o’clock services on 8/21 for those who attend, and remainder will be mailed on 8/22. Cost is $5 per ticket or $25 for book of 5 tickets. Please return filled in ticket stubs with check in envelope marked raffle by Sept. 11. You can mail to the church office or place in offering plate any Sunday before the drawing. Thank you for participating. Call Linda McKeown at 561-254-3902 or email her at llmckeown51@comcast.net with any questions. Good luck. Money will go to support the church.

Women’s Bible Study will resume its weekly meetings on September 11 at 11:30 a.m.

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 after Mass this Sunday to learn more details, or contact the church office.

Forward Day by Day brochures for next quarter are now available in the narthex. Donation $3.00.

Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 8:30 a.m.
Wednesdays: No service this week.

PLEASE PRAY: For the sick: Alice, Baldwin, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Donna, Doris, Doug, Edna, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Rosie, Sharon, Steve, Sue, Susan, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Windell. For the departed: Florene Descarte. For birthday celebrations: Karlene Kiminyo, Jon Elmquist, Barbara Martinez. For anniversary celebrations: Linda and James McKeown, Alex and Clare Morales. For our expectant mother: Sarah.

Our YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/c/SaintDavidsinthePinesWellingtonFL