Video Mass – January 26, 2025

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – January 26, 2025

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WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PLEASE PRAY

For the sick:  Audley, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Clive, Danny, Dennis, Dennis Y., Dudley, Elsa, Elston, Emily, Evelyn, Glenn, Gloria, Iris, Irwin, Jameson, Jenni, Jim, Kyle, Linda, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat B., Pat, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tanner, Teresa, Thelma, Tom M., Tom P., Vinnette, Violet.

For birthday celebrations: Dennis Amiel, Carly LaBorde, Maksim Goya, Millicent Thompson, Michelle Blodgett, William Blodgett, Tom Parker.

 

For anniversary celebration: Tom and Joyce Parker.

For our search committee: Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We welcome the Rev. Canon Fletcher Montgomery as our celebrant and preacher this Sunday.

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

 

Blanket donations collection for St. George’s last day is Sunday, January 26th. We are collecting new, or clean and slightly used blankets at both services.

Men’s Workday is scheduled for Saturday, February 1st at 8:30 a.m. to repair fence and other projects.

Blood Drive is scheduled on Sunday, February 9th from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

 

Church Directory. If you ordered a picture directory, please pick it up on Sunday in the narthex. If you did not order one, and would like a copy, they will be on sale for $20.

 

Annual Parish Meeting is scheduled on Sunday, February 2nd immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the Parish Hall.

“Souper Bowl”. We will be collecting cans of soup starting Sundays, February 2nd and February 9th. Support your favorite team by donating cans or packages of soup or other non-perishable food and place it in the bin for either team to vote for the winner.

St. David’s Rummage Sale. We will be holding a rummage sale on Saturday, February 15th from the back of your car. Participants will need to price their items and sell them. All proceeds will go to the church as a Fundraiser. The church will provide tables. Anything that does not sell will need to be taken away. If you would like to participate, please text or call Linda McKeown at 561-254-3902 by 2/2 to reserve your space. We need to know who will participate in order to advertise and move forward if we have enough participants.

Wellness Seminar – Trustbridge Hospice Care is scheduled on Saturday, February 22nd at 12:00 noon in the Parish Hall.

Altar Flowers. Everyone enjoys seeing fresh flowers on the altar. Please let Linda McKeown know if you would like to donate flowers for the altar for a Sunday during 2025. We would like to make the budget and need about 20 more donations of $40 each. These are delivered to shut-ins each Sunday. We need used medium sized vases for flower delivery.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old.

 

This Week at St. David’s in-the-Pines

Tuesday – 8:30 am Morning Prayer

Wednesday – 8:30 – 9:30 am: Sandwiches for St. George’s

(Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot)

Sunday – 8:00 am – Worship Service

9:00 am – Bible Study

10:00 am – Worship Service (Hospitality hour to follow)

10:00 am – Sunday School

11:30 am – Women’s Bible Study

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING

There are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations:

  1. Electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards;
  2. Personal checks delivered by USPS;
  3. Online through our website or at https://www.myEoffering.com;
  4. Yearly offering envelopes during worship service. (Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.)

Music Director and Organist: Joe Brabham

Office Administrator: Yvonne Elliott

Sexton: Glenn Bresnahan

Vestry Members: Howard Barrett (Senior Warden); John “Jay” Webber (Junior Warden); Dennis Wright (Treasurer); Chris LaBorde (Secretary); Laurette Bagley; Kenneth Barnett; Jenifer Elmore; Matthew Hogan; Karlene Kiminyo; Linda McKeown; Irene Oknewski; Yvonne Wolliston.

Video Mass – January 19, 2025

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – January 19, 2025

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WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

PLEASE PRAY

For the sick:  Audley, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Clive, Danny, Dennis, Dennis Y., Dudley, Elsa, Elston, Emily, Evelyn, Glenn, Gloria, Iris, Irwin, Jameson, Jenni, Jim, Kyle, Linda, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat B., Pat, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tanner, Teresa, Tom M., Tom P., Violet.

For birthday celebrations: Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Caleb Brown.

 

For our search committee: Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We welcome the Rev. Dr. Todd Cederberg as our celebrant and preacher this Sunday.

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

 

Healing Service is scheduled on Sunday immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service with Fr. Cederberg.

 

Blanket donations for St. George’s today and Sunday, January 26th. We are collecting new, or clean and slightly used blankets at both services.

 

Church Directory. If you ordered a picture directory, please pick it up on Sunday, January 19th in the narthex. If you did not order one, and would like a copy, they will be on sale for $20 in the narthex.

 

DOK Meet and Greet is scheduled on Saturday, January 25th at 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

 

Bunco is scheduled on Saturday, January 25th 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!

Annual Parish Meeting is scheduled on Sunday, February 2nd immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the Parish Hall.

“Souper Bowl”. We will be collecting cans of soup starting Sundays, February 2nd and February 9th. Support your favorite team by donating cans or packages of soup or other non-perishable food and place it in the bin for either team to vote for the winner.

 

Altar Flowers. Everyone enjoys seeing fresh flowers on the altar.  Please let Linda McKeown know if you would like to donate flowers for the altar for a Sunday during 2025.  We would like to make the budget and need about 20 more donations of $40 each. These are delivered to shut-ins each Sunday. We need used medium sized vases for flower delivery.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old. Nursery Care is available for children under 3 years old.

 

This Week at St. David’s in-the-Pines

Tuesday – No 8:30 am Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer until further notice

Wednesday – 8:30 – 9:30 am: Sandwiches for St. George’s

(Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot)

Sunday – 8:00 am – Worship Service

9:00 am – Bible Study

10:00 am – Worship Service (Hospitality hour to follow)

10:00 am – Sunday School

11:30 am – Women’s Bible Study

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING

There are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations:

  1. Electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards;
  2. Personal checks delivered by USPS;
  3. Online through our website or at https://www.myEoffering.com;
  4. Yearly offering envelopes during worship service. (Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.)

Music Director and Organist: Joe Brabham

Office Administrator: Yvonne Elliott

Sexton: Glenn Bresnahan

Vestry Members: Howard Barrett (Senior Warden); John “Jay” Webber (Junior Warden); Dennis Wright (Treasurer); Chris LaBorde (Secretary); Laurette Bagley; Kenneth Barnett; Jenifer Elmore; Matthew Hogan; Karlene Kiminyo; Linda McKeown; Irene Oknewski; Yvonne Wolliston.

Video Mass – January 12, 2025

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – January 12, 2025

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WEEKLY MESSAGE 

Moments of Light

In shadows deep where silence lies, Awake, alert, let wonder rise.

Each fleeting breath, a spark divine,

In every heartbeat, truths align.

A whisper found in rustling leaves,

In laughter shared, the heart believes. Epiphanies in everyday grace,

Unlock the worlds we often chase.

So linger close and take your time,

For in this life, each moment’s rhyme Carries the weight of wisdom’s call,

An endless gift inside us all.

 

 

Serving Christ Together,

Bishop McGregor

PLEASE PRAY

For the sick:  Audley, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Clive, Danny, Dennis, Dennis Y., Dudley, Elsa, Emily, Evelyn, Glenn, Gloria, Iris, Jameson, Jenni, Jim, Kyle, Linda, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tanner, Teresa, Tom, Violet.

For birthday celebrations: Glenn Bresnahan, Linda McKeown, Theodore L’Abbe, David Michaels.

 

For our search committee: Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – hosted by the Vestry in honor of Bishop Todd’s last day serving as our Clergy-in-Residence for the last 10 months. Please join us to say farewell to Bishop Todd. Next week will be hosted by the ECW.

Men’s Workday is scheduled on Saturdays, January 11th and February 1st at 8:30 a.m. to replace fencing on the property line and other projects.

A Quiche Luncheon is scheduled on Saturday, January 11th at 12:30 p.m. in the parish hall. $10.00 per person.  Raffle tickets are $10 for six, $5.00 for 3 and $2.00 for one ticket. The prize is for a wine and chocolate basket.

 

Baptism will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the 10 a.m. service. Please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com.

 

Support our church day school by eating at Burger Fi (across the street from the church, right behind Starbucks) on Thursday, Jan. 16. Just tell the cashier who takes your order that you are there to support St. David’s Episcopal School, and a percentage of sales will be donated to the school.

 

Healing Service is scheduled on Sunday, January 19th after the 10:00 a.m. service with Father Todd Cederberg.

 

Vestry Meeting is scheduled on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. in the Sunday school classroom.

 

Blankets for St. George’s on Sundays, January 19th and 26th. We will be collecting donations of new, or clean and slightly used, blankets at both services.

 

DOK Meet and Greet is scheduled on Saturday, January 25th at 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

Bunco is scheduled on Saturday, January 25th 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!

 

 

Blood Drive. Please plan to donate blood on Sunday. February 9th. There is a true blood shortage at this time, so your donation is very important and will undoubtedly save lives. If you have any questions, call or text Joyce at 561-312-2719. Thank you.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old. We would love to have new teachers in our Sunday school, if you are interested in helping, please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com. Nursery Care is available for children under 3 years old.

 

This Week at St. David’s in-the-Pines

Tuesday – 8:30 am Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer

Wednesday – 8:30 – 9:30 am: Sandwiches for St. George’s

(Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot)

Sunday – 8:00 am – Worship Service

9:00 am – Bible Study

10:00 am – Worship Service (Hospitality hour to follow)

10:00 am – Sunday School

11:30 am – Women’s Bible Study

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING

There are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations:

  1. Electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards;
  2. Personal checks delivered by USPS;
  3. Online through our website or at https://www.myEoffering.com;
  4. Yearly offering envelopes during worship service. (Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.)
Clergy-in-Residence: Bishop Todd McGregor

Music Director and Organist: Joe Brabham

Office Administrator: Yvonne Elliott

Sexton: Glenn Bresnahan

Vestry Members: Howard Barrett (Senior Warden); John “Jay” Webber (Junior Warden); Dennis Wright (Treasurer); Chris LaBorde (Secretary); Laurette Bagley; Kenneth Barnett; Jenifer Elmore; Matthew Hogan; Karlene Kiminyo; Linda McKeown; Irene Oknewski; Yvonne Wolliston.

Video Mass – December 8, 2024

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – December 8, 2024

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WEEKLY MESSAGE 

Happy St. Nicholas Day!

Today we celebrate St. Nicholas’ day. But do you know who he was? What is significant about him and what impact does he have on our Christmas season?

St. Nicholas lived during the 3rd- 4th Century in what we now call modern day Turkey. His wealthy parents died when he was fairly young. Instead to keeping the wealth all for himself, he learned to share his wealth and generosity with others and he became a generous giver. He was known as a gift-giver and life-giver. There are legends about him demonstrating kindness to others by providing generosity to the poor, the children, the sailors and beyond.

One of the most famous stories about St. Nicholas is about a poor family who agreed to sell their young daughters into prostitution in order to keep the family afloat. Nicholas heard about the family’s situation and secretively placed gold in their house. The money was then used for dowry for each of the daughters, saving them from living out an action against their conscience and providing life for them through his generous gift.

There is also a legend about three young boys being lured into a butcher shop during a famine in order to be killed and put into large pickled wooden barrels in order to be sold as ham. St. Nicholas rescues them from the wooden barrels.

Perhaps these stories portray reasons why St. Nicholas became the Patron Saint of Children and Virgins. Because of his kindness and life-giving attitude, he fought for justice and set people free to live life to the fullest.

Finally, it is from St. Nicholas that we get the name Santa Claus. In the Netherlands is the legend Sinterklaas, a linguistic expression of the saint’s name – a man who remained strong and influenced the colonies New Amsterdam (New York), where his name became Santa Claus.

 

Bishop McGregor

PLEASE PRAY

For the sick:  Audley, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Danny, Dennis, Dudley, Elsa, Emily, Evelyn, Gavin, Glenn, Gloria, Iris, Jameson, Jim, Kyle, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat, The Rev. Dr. Patsy, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tom, Tanner, Teresa, Tom, Violet.

For birthday celebrations: Connie Hunter, Ivy Newton, Nicholas Webber, Joseph Servos, Robert Bresnahan.

For our search committee: Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

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. Please bring a dish and beverage to share. Next week will be hosted by the ECW.

 

2025 Offering Envelopes and Calendars. Please pick up your envelope and calendar (one per family) in the narthex.

New Members Course. Our last meeting is being held on Sunday after the 10:00 a.m. service.

Stockings of the Stars Christmas Outreach Project. I am no longer surprised but still constantly amazed at the generosity of St. David’s parishioners! We only have 9 children unclaimed, out of the 40 we started with! If you want to get in on the action, please call or text me letting me know which child you would like. First come, first served. Joyce Parker at 561-312-2719.

 8      Floyd Collins                   1 year old Boy

10      Zyon Holloway                 1 year old Boy

11      Jayden Smith                  1 year old Boy

13     Harmony Stephenson     1 year old Girl

15     Amari Henry                      2 year old Boy

16     A’kari Lockhart                  2 year old Boy

17     Marcell Sharpe                 2 year old Boy

18     Syn’Cere Smith                 2 year old Boy

33     Rahmah Hossain            4 year old Girl

The Village of Wellington 40th Annual Holiday Parade is on Sunday, December 8th. Parking available at St. David’s parking lot for $10.00. Parking will open at 11:45 a.m.

Christmas Flowers. We are collecting donations of $25.00 for Christmas flowers starting this week. Please fill in a form and leave it in the bag on the credenza or put it in the plate. The deadline is Monday, December 16th.

Church Decoration and Clean Up is scheduled for Saturday, December 7th at 9:00 a.m. We will continue to decorate on Sunday, December 15th after the coffee hour.

 

ECW meeting is scheduled on Saturday, December 14th. Our service this month is to help clean up and decorate the church starting at 8:30 a.m., followed by our business meeting at 11:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall.

 

St. David’s Annual Christmas Concert is scheduled on Sunday, December 15th at 4:00 p.m. A reception to follow in the Parish Hall. There will be a sign-up sheet on Sunday outside the church doors for donations for the reception.  Suggested donations of $20.00.

Healing Service is scheduled on Sunday, December 15th immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the church.

 

St. David’s Live Nativity is scheduled on Saturday, December 21st from 6:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Volunteers of all ages are needed to play the various roles and to help out behind the scenes for our annual Live Nativity. Call or text Jenifer Elmore at 561-601-3346 to sign up or get more information.

 

Baptism will be held on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at the 10 a.m. service. Please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com, or the church office at 561-793-1976 for more details. Families need to be registered by Sunday, December 29th.

 

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old.

 

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.

Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m.

 

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.

 

 

This Week at St. David’s in the Pines

Tuesday – 8:30 am: Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer

Wednesday – 8:30 am – 9:30 am: Sandwiches for St. George’s

(Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot)

Sunday – 8:00 am – Worship Service

9:00 am – Bible Study

10:00 am – Worship Service (Hospitality hour to follow)

10:00 am – Sunday School

11:30 am – Women’s Bible Study

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIVING

There are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations:

  1. Electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards;
  2. Personal checks delivered by USPS;
  3. Online through our website or at https://www.myEoffering.com;
  4. Yearly offering envelopes during worship service. (Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.)
Clergy in Residence: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Todd McGregor

Music Director and Organist: Joe Brabham

Office Administrator: Yvonne Elliott

Sexton: Glenn Bresnahan

Vestry Members: Howard Barrett (Senior Warden); John “Jay” Webber (Junior Warden); Dennis Wright (Treasurer); Chris LaBorde (Secretary); Laurette Bagley; Kenneth Barnett; Jenifer Elmore; Matthew Hogan; Karlene Kiminyo; Linda McKeown; Irene Oknewski; Yvonne Wolliston.

WEEKLY MESSAGE – November 15, 2024

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – November 15th – Bishop McGregor

How’s Your Neuroplasticity?

Wednesday and Thursday of this week, Rev. Patsy and I are at a Clergy Wellness Conference in Orlando, sponsored by the Episcopal Church Pension Group. We have learned many things assessing our Clergy well-being in six categories; Financial Resources, Physical health, Purpose of life, Emotional health, Social connectedness and Character strengths. What drives these six areas of well-being is neuroplasticity.
In a nutshell, neuroplasticity is training our brain to think, act and behave differently through growth and reorganization. Throughout our lives, our brains are trained to think a certain way. These thoughts become habits. It reminded me of what I taught the student evangelists in Madagascar.
                  Sow a thought, reap an action.
                  Sow an action, reap a habit.
                  Sow a habit, reap character.
                  Sow character, reap destiny.
As beloved children of God, we are forever training our brains to think, behave and live as Christ would.  How is your neuroplasticity?

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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 ECW.  Next week will be hosted by the Daughters of the King.

Men’s Group at St. David’s.   There will be an organizational meeting on Saturday, November 16th at 9:00 a.m. in the church to form a Men’s Group at St. David’s.  All men who are interested are invited to attend.   Coffee and donuts will be served.  Please come with your ideas.

Bunco is scheduled this Saturday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.  Bring a dish to share – and we will have someone to watch the little ones.  $10 per person, with 3 separate cash prizes.

Our last Stewardship Pledging Sunday is scheduled on Sunday.  Our goal is to get 100% pledge cards returned.

St. George’s Table would like to thank St. David’s for their amazing delivery of 524 items.
Healing Service is scheduled today immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the church for those who would like special prayers.

Donations for Hurricane Victims.  If you would like to make a donation to the Episcopal Relief & Development Fund for hurricane victims, please send your check payable to The Episcopal Relief & Development Fund at 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY  10017.

First Communion will be held on Sunday, December 1st at the 10:00 a.m. service.

1st Annual Chili Cook Off will be held on Sunday, December 1st immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the Parish Hall.  If you would like to submit your chili, please see Matt Hogan or email him at mhogan73@att.net.

Stockings of the Stars Program.  We will be collecting cash and checks for the stockings for Stars program gift cards on Sundays, December 1st and 8th. For more information, please contact Joyce Parker at 561-312-2719.

New Members Course for those who want to know more about the parish and become members, we will have our last meeting on Sunday, December 8th after the 10:00 a.m. service.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old.  We would love to have new teachers in our Sunday school, if you are interested in helping, please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com.  Nursery Care is available for children under 3 years old.

Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sunday in the Sunday school classroom.

Youth Group Bible Study is scheduled this Sunday at 9:00 a.m. in the small school classroom.

Women’s Bible Study is scheduled each Sunday at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.

Tuesdays:  Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m.

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, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Clive, Danny, Dennis, Dudley, Elsa, Emily, Evelyn, Gavin, Glenn, Gloria, Ina, Iris, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tanner, Teresa, Tom, Violet.  For birthday celebrations:  Yvonne Elliott, Jerry Frenz, Gloria Legister, Carol Sneade, Danielle Brown, Thomas MacVicar, Sara Webber.  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, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Yvonne Wolliston, John Webber – Junior Warden, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.

WEEKLY MESSAGE – November 8, 2024

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – November 8th – Bishop McGregor

Cheeseeeeeee!

Our parish had so many wonderful things happening this past month—Caribbean Sunday, Episcopal School Sunday, and nine baptisms on All Saints Sunday. The numbers have grown significantly, and it has been a joy to witness these milestones in the life of our church as we celebrate our ethnic diversity, educational values, and baptismal covenant. Thank you to everyone for leaning in and helping make these moments a success.
This week, we had the opportunity to dress up for professional photos as part of our parish directory. It’s been three decades since Patsy and I have had professional pictures taken together! Initially, I thought of it as just another task in an already busy week—a chore I had to get through. But then I decided to change my perspective. Instead of viewing it as an obligation, I chose to engage in the process. I even brought a sports jacket to wear! In that moment, it felt like I was taking Patsy out on a special date. I had a great time interacting with the parishioners who came early, and the whole experience turned out to be much more enjoyable than I had expected.
That shift in mindset made all the difference. Choosing to engage instead of just going through the motions brought a spirit of joy and connection to the event.
The same is true for the life of our parish. Going forward, we all have choices to make. Every step we take requires a shift in mindset—both individually and collectively as a community. Whether it’s about a photoshoot or a larger challenge, embracing a new way of thinking is essential to fostering engagement, joy, and connection. Even in the busy or challenging times, leaning in and choosing to be present makes all the difference.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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 Choir.  Next week will be hosted by the ECW.

Health and Wellness Seminar.  Please join us for a Legal Wellness for Life seminar tomorrow, Saturday, November 9th at 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 a.m. in the parish hall where you will learn about Wills and Trusts and how to protect your family and your legacy.  Looking forward to seeing there!

Donations for Hurricane Victims.  If you would like to make a donation to the Episcopal Relief & Development Fund for hurricane victims, please send your check payable to The Episcopal Relief & Development Fund at 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY  10017.
Church Directory.  Anyone who did not have a photo session or submit a selfie and $20 can order a directory for themselves for prepaid $20 and must be paid by Wednesday, November 13 to Linda McKeown.  That is the only chance you have to buy a directory.

Men’s Group at St. David’s.   There will be an organizational meeting on Saturday, November 16th at 9:00 a.m. in the church to form a Men’s Group at St. David’s.  All men who are interested are invited to attend.   Coffee and donuts will be served.  Please come with your ideas.

Stewardship Pledging Sundays are scheduled this Sunday and Sunday, November 17th.

Stockings for Stars Christmas Outreach Project: This year, we will be able to revert to our pre-COVID way of helping the children in the Glades! We have 40 children all who need diapers, underwear and pajamas, and a small toy. On December 1st, you will get to select your child similar to the angel tree project, and have 2 weeks to purchase, wrap and return the items to church. We will also collect cash to be used to purchase Walmart Gift cards. They will be delivered to the Glades the week of December 15th.

Bunco is scheduled on Saturday, November 16th at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.  Bring a dish to share – and we will have someone to watch the little ones.  $10 per person, with 3 separate cash prizes.

Healing Service is scheduled on November 17th immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service in the church for those who would like special prayers.

First Communion is scheduled on Sunday, December 1st at the 10:00 a.m. service

1st Annual St. David’s Chili Cook Off.  Join us December 1st right after the 10:00 a.m. service for our 1st Annual Chili Cook Off in the Parish Hall.  If you would like to submit your Chili, please see Matt Hogan or email him at mhogan73@att.net

New Members Course.  Our last meeting for those who want to know more about the parish and become members will be held on Sunday, December 8th after the 10:00 a.m. service.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old.  We would love to have new teachers in our Sunday school, if you are interested in helping, please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com.  Nursery Care is available for children under 3 years old.

Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled every Sunday in the Sunday school classroom.

Women’s Bible Study is scheduled every Sunday at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.

Tuesdays:  Holy Eucharist/Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m.

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, Bernadette, Beverly, Bob, Carol, Carmen, Cathey, Clive, Danny, Dennis, Dudley, Elsa, Emily, Evelyn, Gavin, Glenn, Gloria, Ina, Iris, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Logan, Mary Ann, Megan, Michael G., Michael M., Pat, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Predrag, Rohan, Ronald, Shelley, Taj, Tanner, Teresa, Tom, Violet.  For birthday celebrations:  Cecil Wray, Cynthia Thompson, Kimberly Gardner, Claudette Wray, Predrag Maksimovic, Patrick Thompson.  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, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, Yvonne Wolliston, John Webber – Junior Warden, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.