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WEEKLY MESSAGE – June 18th – Fr. McManus

I go to a local gym a couple of days per week. They are good marketers and their latest strategy is have their patrons think about “mindfulness”.  There are three ways that they suggest to be mindful: eating well each day, taking five quiet minutes per day and do 20 minutes of light exercise/movement per day.

Then to make a daily mindful goal into a habit, you are asked to place a different color bean (black bean, red bean or a white bean) into a clear jar to have a visual showing of your progress. Good idea, I thought! I have a dropped a few beans into the community jar!

What if we did a similar community clear glass jar at St. David’s?  What if we kept the black and red beans for eating well and light exercise, but then substituted prayer/ meditation for mindfulness? White bean.

Remember the goal is to make a daily goal into a good habit. What do you think?

NOTICES:

St. David’s Summer Soiree.  St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held tomorrow, Saturday, June 17th from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington.  Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing.  It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 6/10/2023.    Total $2,184.00.  Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00.  The difference -$2,462.00.

Sandwiches for St. George’s.  Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday morning 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 Sunday hosted by the ECW.

ECW Luncheon.  ECW will meet for lunch on Saturday, July 1st at Agliolios in Wellington.  RSVP to Linda at llmckeown51@comcast.net or 561-254-3902 by June 30th.

Bunco.  Our Bunco party will be on Saturday, June 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.  If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun!  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!

Bible Study is today at 9 a.m. in the school building. The study is open to anyone who is interested.  Please feel free to join us.

The Women’s Bible Study is now in recess until the first Sunday after Labor Day, September 10th.

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.

Forward Day by Day brochures are now 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:  Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody.   For birthday celebrations:Lydia Waters, Carmen Johnson, Douglas Noe, Sharon Young, Lawrence Mulligan, Andrew Duquesnay.  For anniversary celebration:  William and Shelley Blodgett.  For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany.

 

 

WEEKLY MESSAGE – June 9th – Fr. McManus

Where do you go to encounter God? Do you have a favorite place for divine inspiration? Some of you will instinctively think of going to church. Another way to phrase the question is, “Where do you go when you really need to think and make a decision?” Perhaps some of you embrace nature by going to the park. Others prefer being by a body of water such as a pond, lake, river, or ocean.

American theologian the Rev. Frederick Buechner wrote in his book Wishful Thinking: A Theological ABC, “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”

So, I challenge you to go to your favorite place and be with God for five minutes.

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 6/3/2023. Total $4,761.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference $115.00.

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

Coffee Hour is scheduled immediately after the 8:00 a.m. service. Coffee hour is in honor of Fr. Thomas and Erin.

Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Congregation. Please bring a dish to share. We will be honoring the people who arrange, deliver and donate to the flower ministry. There will be a cake to say thank you. Next Sunday will be hosted by the Daughters of the King.

St. David’s Summer Soiree. St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 17th from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington. Tickets are now on sale after service. The cost is $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 at the door. Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Bunco. Our Bunco party will be on Saturday, June 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! 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!

No Bible Study this Sunday. Bible Study will resume on Sunday, June 18th at 9 a.m. in the school building. The study is open to anyone who is interested. Please feel free to join us.

The Women’s Bible Study is now in recess until the first Sunday after Labor Day, September 10th.

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.

Forward Day by Day brochures are now 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: Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: Leila South, Sally Frenz, Shelley Baranowski, Jean Marshall, Jeff Anderson, Carmen Bersch. For anniversary celebration: Vince and Michele Bianco. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany.

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – June 2nd – Fr. Thomas

I’ve only been “kicked out” of a church once in my life. Some twenty plus years ago I was attending an ecumenical conference in Rome. After the conclusion of the conference, I traveled up to Assisi, the home of St. Francis. It was a Sunday morning and I went to mass at the basilica dedicated to their famous saint. Although I’m not fluent in Italian, I was familiar with the first part of the mass and the scripture readings, but when it came time for the sermon, I didn’t understand what the preacher was saying. So, to make good use of the time, I pulled out my binoculars and meditated on the gorgeous frescoes by Giotto, which adorn the upper walls of the cathedral. I studied Renaissance art in college and was thoroughly impressed by the collection of images that had recently been restored to their former quality.

My “meditative” moment came to an abrupt end, however, when the lead usher came up the aisle, tapped me on the shoulder, and escorted me out of the church, thinking that I was simply some random tourist only there to venerate the paintings and not participate in the communal worship. Coincidentally, I returned to Assisi some years later with Erin and my in-laws, and visited the basilica, and wouldn’t you know it, that same usher was at the main entrance! Not wishing to relive the previous experience, I quickly and quietly found an alternate entrance!

My thirty-two plus years among you at St. David’s has been a rich blessing to me, but now is the time for me to leave this wonderful church. Please know that all of you will forever be in my, and Erin’s thoughts and prayers. I trust the search committee and Vestry will find a suitable and competent Rector in good time. And remember, it’s not all about the Rector and staff – it’s about our relationship with God – our life, witness and devotion to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, through the intercession of His blessed mother Mary. Amen.

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 5/27/2023. Total $3,819.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference ($827).

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

Coffee Hour is scheduled immediately after the 8:00 a.m. service. Coffee hour is in honor of Fr. Thomas and Erin.

No Hospitality Hour scheduled for this Sunday.

Father Thomas’ Retirement Brunch Celebration will be held this Sunday, June 4th immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service at The Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free valet parking.

Driving directions:

Head South toward St. Davids Way

Turn left onto St. Davids Way

Turn right onto Wellington Trace

Go straight for 1.5 miles

Turn right onto Greenview Shores Blvd.

Continue straight for 2.4 miles until you come to a Flashing Red light

Turn left onto Club Drive

Turn left into parking lot

St. David’s Summer Soiree. St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 17th from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington. Tickets are now on sale after service. The cost is $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 at the door. Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Bible Study. Sunday 9 a.m. in the school building. The study is open to anyone who is interested. Please feel free to join us.

The Women’s Bible Study is now in recess until the first Sunday after Labor Day, September 10th.

There is no Sunday school today. Sunday school will resume on June 11th.

Forward Day by Day brochures are now 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: Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For the departed: Pearl Saunders. For birthday celebrations: Grace Hadicke, Victoria Wolliston, Riley Bresnahan, Ava Wolliston. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany.

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

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

This Sunday is Pentecost Sunday, when we celebrate the birth of the Church with the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. The Holy Spirit’s entrance into the Church made Jesus alive again in the Body of the Church. Just as the Holy Spirit entered into the Blessed Mother of Jesus the first time, so on Pentecost we remember the Spirit’s entry into the Body of Christ. Fifty days after Easter, it was time for God to be “born again” and pass life on to future generations. This Sunday, we will baptize five children who will grow into the grace and love of God, and spread the Good News just as the apostles did two millennia ago.
So, do we believe in a God who still works wonders today, who sets disciples on fire and changes the world? Or are we just the “Bland leading the Bland?” Perhaps we think that the problems of the world are too big for us. We think we cannot change our world or ourselves. Well, by ourselves, it probably would be challenging, but we are not in this world alone. However, it’s tempting to use that as an excuse to live with our problems. But Pentecost says that we’re all in this together. No part of the body is indispensable, we are all interrelated. There are a variety of gifts but the same spirit – a variety of ministries, but the same Lord.
In the Pentecost God comes again, not as a baby in a manger, but as Spirit in wind and fire. God works from the inside out – transforming us, and we too can give birth to the reality of God’s power & love among us. So. . . are we just full of “hot air,” or does the Spirit of God truly dwell within us?

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 5/20/2023. Total $4,231.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference ($415.00).

ECW Luncheon. ECW will meet for lunch at Butterfield’s restaurant in Royal Palm Beach at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3. Email Irene Oknewski at ireneok1940@outlook.com by Thursday, June 1, if you would like to attend.

Father Thomas’ Retirement Brunch Celebration will be held on Sunday, June 4th at The Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P as soon as possible. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen by email at lscohen520@gmail.com, text or call her at cell 561-252-9828 as soon as possible.

St. David’s Summer Soiree. St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 17th from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington. Tickets are now on sale after service. The cost is $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 at the door. Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Sunday Bible Study – There will be no bible study this Sunday, May 28th. The next meeting will be on Sunday, June 4th, when we will be discussing Chapter 3 of the Gospel of John.

Women’s Bible Study is scheduled each Sunday at 11:30 a.m. They will meet in the Mark Room. There is no Bible Study on Sunday, June 4th.

There will be no formal Sunday School this weekend so all the children can watch their friends being baptized. A special craft given out to the children.

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

Tuesdays:Holy Eucharist.

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: Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: John M. Webber, Charles Sandell. For anniversary celebrations: Erin and Fr. Steven Thomas. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – May 17th – Fr. Thomas

“If it feels good, do it – who’s it going to hurt, anyway?” so says our secular culture. This is not news to anyone, but it became abundantly clear to me while teaching theology to high school students back in the 80’s. In the minds of many people, of all ages, whatever you do, for good or bad, is acceptable as long as you don’t get “caught.” Call it “Moral Relativism,” but the prevailing belief is that morality is entirely a matter of one’s personal opinion and choice. Clearly, the freedom to think should leave some space for respectful and intelligent debate, but are there no moral “absolutes” anymore?

Yes, it’s one thing to live a decent and moral life, but it’s another to live out and commend the Faith that is in us. What we as Christians must do is encourage people, young and old alike, to progress from a conviction of “doing the right thing because I ought to do it” to “Doing the right because I want to do it, and understand why.”

This coming Sunday is the Sunday after the Ascension of our Lord. Let us reflect on the responsibility which all Christians have to proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom of God, and its transformative effect on life at every level. In the words of the 19th c. Bishop Phillips Brooks, “Duty makes us do things well, Love makes us do things beautifully.”


NOTICES:

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 5/17/2023.Total $5,277.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference $631.00.

Raffle Tickets. The drawing is on Sunday immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service at the Coffee Hour. Tickets are still available and you can pick them up on the credenza in the narthex or see one of the ushers. Thank you and good luck.

Car Wash – Jackson Eubanks (son of Marie and Matt Hogan) will be completing his Eagle Scout Project for St. David’s which is a parking lot renovation in July. You can purchase tickets to his Car Wash fundraiser in advance for $10 from Marie or pay day of. The car wash will be held on May 27th from 12-4pm. Please come and support the youth of our parish and Jackson as he completes his final walk to Eagle Scout.

Father Thomas’ Retirement Brunch Celebration will be held on Sunday, June 4th at The Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P by Friday, May 26th. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen by email at lscohen520@gmail.com, text or call her at cell 561-252-9828 as soon as possible.

St. David’s Summer Soiree. St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 17 from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington. Tickets are now on sale after service. The cost is $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 at the door. Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Bible Study – Each Sunday at 9 a.m. in the school building. The study is open to anyone who is interested. Please feel free to join us.

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

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.

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

Tuesdays:  Holy Eucharist 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:  Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Marjorie, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody.  For birthday celebrations: Virginia Barley-Brabham, Debra Gonzalez, Jordyn Beresford.  For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – May 12th – Fr. Thomas

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend! Many may not be aware that the holiday originated in a small Methodist church in Grafton, West Virginia. It was 1876, and the nation still mourned the Civil War dead. While teaching a Memorial Day lesson, Mrs. Anna Reeves Jarvis thought of mothers who had lost their sons. She prayed that one day there could be a “Memorial Day” for mothers. The prayer made a deep impression on one of Mrs. Jarvis’ eleven children. Young Anna had seen her mother’s efforts to hold the war-split community and church together. As she grew into adulthood, the younger woman kept Mrs. Jarvis’ dream in her heart. On the day of her mother’s death, Anna was determined to establish Mother’s Day in her honor.

Well, God bless our mothers for all they do, have done, and will continue to do over time. A fifteen-year-old boy came bounding into the house and found his mom in bed. He asked if she was sick. The mom replied, “As a matter of fact, I don’t feel too well.” The son replied, “Well, don’t worry a bit about dinner; I’ll be happy to carry you down to the stove.”

The old spiritual song says, “Sometimes I feel like a motherless child, a long way from home,” but Jesus says “I will not leave you as orphans.” So, no matter how alone we sometimes feel, we are not alone. We are members of the family of Christ, protected eternally by the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit. Jesus promises us a place at the heavenly table; and by the power of the Holy Spirit, we are carried “up” to the heavenly table. We have a “Reservation,” but we must RSVP and make the effort to arrive there. Just as Jesus offers us a place in His family, so we can’t leave others orphaned on the outside looking in. As Jesus said, “What you do for the least of these, you do for Me”.


NOTICES:

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 5/6/2023. Total $4,325.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference ($321.00).

Bunco. Our post-Easter Bunco party will be on May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! 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!

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.

Prayer Books. There are large print Prayer Books in the narthex for your use during church service. Please return them after service.

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

A Senior Citizen Luncheon is scheduled on Saturday, May 20th at 12:00 noon. This is a free event for those who would like to have some social time and fellowship. We will have a couple of games. A sign-up sheet will be on the credenza in the narthex or call Linda McKeown at 561-254-3902 to reserve your spot.

Raffle Tickets.  Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex.  Drawing will be held on Sunday, May 21st.

Car Wash Fundraiser : Jackson Eubanks (son of Marie and Matt Hogan) will be completing his Eagle Scout Project for St. David’s which is a parking lot renovation in July. You can purchase tickets to his Car Wash fundraiser in advance for $10 from Marie or pay day of. The car wash will be held on May 27th from 12-4pm. Please come and support the youth of our parish and Jackson as he completes his final walk to Eagle Scout.

Father Thomas’ Brunch Celebration is scheduled immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, June 4th at the Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen at her email lscohen520@gmail.com or text or call her cell 561-252-9828.

St. David’s Summer Soiree.  SAVE THE DATE! St. David’s Summer Soirée Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington. Tickets are on sale after service. The cost is $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 at the door. Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!

Bible Study – Sunday 9 a.m. in the school building. This past Sunday we began our study of the Gospel of John with Chapter 1, verses 1-18 (‘The Magnificent Prologue”.) This Sunday we will complete Chapter 1, which introduces John the Baptist and Jesus calling his disciples. The study is open to anyone who is interested. Please feel free to join us.

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.

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

Tuesdays:  Holy Eucharist 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:  Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody.  For birthday celebrations: Chris LaBorde, James Belden, Sr., Andrew Elmore, Denise Wilson. For anniversary celebration: Wally and Cindy Hernandez, Irwin and Laurie Cohen, James and Erika Belden.  For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – May 5th – Fr. Thomas

Tomorrow, the first Saturday in May, is of course, the running of the 149th Kentucky Derby.  As a Kentucky native, I believe that should be a national holiday in the calendar!  A woman at the Derby sat by herself in the front row.  After a couple races, the man sitting behind her asked, “I noticed the seat next to you is empty.”  The woman said, “That belonged to my late husband.”  The man asked, “Couldn’t you find anyone else to sit there?”  To which the woman replied, “They all chose to attend the funeral instead.”

Bucking the trend of “stay at home bettors,” attendance each year at the Derby proves the critics wrong again. Cynics in both the racing industry and in the Church rightly ask, “Where is everyone the week after the Derby (or Easter Sunday?)  What does it take to lure them back?” For those of us in the Church, it’s quality worship and engaging activities and ministries that make a difference in the lives of people who serve and are served.  As long as we are serious about the Great Commission to go out and evangelize the world and the Great Commandment to love one another, God will not let His Church be deficient of the gifts necessary to do what He asks us to do.  In past generations, The Episcopal Church used to leave it to the Baptists to evangelize people, while we did a pretty fair job of “sacramentalizing” them.  But, today it’s a different world out there, and it’s now up to every Church to evangelize the world around them.  However, if we’re sloppy about our worship and ambiguous about our basic core beliefs then our ancient rituals will have little impact on the people that need them the most.

Finding creative and effective ways of spreading the good news in a rapidly changing environment might mean survival of the fittest: not unlike some race tracks these days that are adding casinos, retail and entertainment centers to boost attendance and revenue.  Yet this is only a short term solution. This is not a call for doing the “same old things in the same old ways.” Certainly one must adapt and be flexible, but trying to be something we are not won’t be effective in the long run. It’s been said, “Ministry is not a fifty yard dash, but a long distance relay race,” with successive generations picking up the baton and carrying forth with the same grace and power which ignited disciples both past and present.  We can enrich the heritage of the past while adapting to our technologically advanced world.

Before the experts write the obituary for the Episcopal Church and thoroughbred racing, perhaps they should take a look at places like Churchill Downs, Keeneland, Saratoga, and Santa Anita; flagships within an industry whose history is more glorious than its present.  Do what we do well despite our differences on the non-essential issues, and look at the congregations who maintain a traditional style, but who utilize technology to market themselves in modern ways.  God bless and “May the Horse be with you.”


NOTICES:

Weekly Offering for Week Ending4/29/2023.    Total $3,992.00.  Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00.  The difference ($654.00)

Bible Study.  We will begin a Bible Study this Sunday at 9:00 a.m. that is open to everyone of all ages. So please stay after the 8 a.m. service or come early before the 10:00 a.m. service and join us as we dive into John’s words and discuss what they mean to us today. If you have any questions, please contact Jay Webber at jwebber@comcast.net.

Bunco. Our post-Easter Bunco party will be on May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! 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!

A Coffee Hour is scheduled this Sunday immediately after the 8 a.m. service.  Come join us for a time of fellowship.

Hospitality Hour is scheduled immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Vestry.  Next week will be hosted by the Congregation.  We will be recognizing the faithful service of our greeters and ushers with a cake.

A Senior Citizen Luncheon is scheduled on Saturday, May 20th at 12:00 noon.   A sign-up sheet will be on the credenza in the narthex or call Linda McKeown at 561-254-3902 to reserve your spot.

Father Thomas’ Brunch Celebration is scheduled immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, June 4th at the Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen at her email lscohen520@gmail.com or text or call her cell 561-252-9828.

St. David’s Summer Soiree.  SAVE THE DATE! St. David’s Summer Soirée will be held on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at the Temple Beth Torah located at 900 Big Blue Trace, Wellington.  Tickets will be on sale this Sunday.  $75.00 per person in advance and $80.00 per person at the door.  Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing. It’s a great weekend for celebrating your Fathers too!  More details to come!

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.

Raffle Tickets.  Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex.  Drawing will be held on Sunday, May 21st.

Mug Sunday!  We collected 78 mugs last Sunday.  Thanks to all who participated.

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.

Tuesdays:  Holy Eucharist 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 thesick:  Adrian, Alice, Amanda, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody.  For birthday celebrations: Helena Bresnahan, Megan Muir, Michel Guillaume, Jacqueline Algood, George Pinnock. For anniversary celebration: Jackie and John Algood.  For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – April 28th – Fr. Thomas

After careful examination, the doctor said to his patient, “Upon looking at the test results, I’m sorry to tell you that you have only a short time to live, perhaps only days. Is there anyone else you would like to see before you go?” “Yes,” said the patient, “I’d like to see another doctor.”

Even though we’re not ready to die, hopefully from a spiritual point of view, we’re prepared for whatever comes our way. God’s plan for our salvation required a sacrifice for our sins. Seeing the Risen Christ was enough for the women who went to the tomb and his disciples. They didn’t need to see anyone else.

When the world sees us, does it see the Risen Christ? Are we mirrors of God’s love to this sinful and broken world – like the mirror of Christ’s image that was left for Veronica on the cloth along the Way to the Cross? Not everyone is called to build bridges, but all can help narrow the gap. Jesus said to Thomas and to all of us, “Come, touch my wounds – and believe.” “Blessed are those who have not seen, but believe.”

 


NOTICES:

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 4/22/2023. Total $3,735.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference ($911.00)

Bunco. Our post-Easter Bunco party will be on May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! 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!

Father Thomas’ Brunch Celebration is scheduled immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, June 4th at the Wanderers Club located at 1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington. If you wish to give a donation, please contact Laurie Cohen at her email lscohen520@gmail.com or text or call her cell 561-252-9828.

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.

Prayer Books. There are large print Prayer Books in the narthex for your use during church service. Please return them after service.

Women’s Bible Study weekly meeting today at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.

Bible Study. Beginning on Sunday, May 7th at 9:15 a.m. we will be beginning a Bible Study that is open to everyone of all ages. We are going to be studying the Gospel of John. The Gospel of John is considered the most symbolic, but also the most evocative (and sometimes, provocative) of the Gospels. So please stay after the 8 a.m. service or come early before the 10:00 a.m. service and join us as we dive into John’s words and discuss what they mean to us today. If you have any questions, please contact Jay Webber at jwebber@comcast.net.

Raffle Tickets. Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex. Drawing on Sunday, May 21st.

MUG SUNDAY! Bring a mug to church on Sunday, April 30th to donate for coffee hour. We are going green and this will help get us to be more environmentally friendly. There will be a basket in the narthex to collect the mugs. Thank you for your donation.

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.

Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 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: Adrian, Alice, Amanda, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, Chester, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: Ella Falco, Donna Halle. For anniversary celebration: Charles and Jenifer Elmore. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – April 14th – Fr. Thomas

I’m fond of reminding folks that our celebration of Easter is not simply a one day celebration, but a way of life. If we merely think of Jesus’ resurrection as the resuscitation of a dead man, we’re missing something; something amazing and significant. The Gospel accounts do not describe it as starting life over again. He was for the Jews, the “first fruits” of the harvest of those who had died. The Pharisees, for example, were looking forward to the return of God in their own time, but they would have been “taken aback” by Jesus’ appearance. Peter and James would have been startled too, but their faith would have compelled them to ask, “Where are the others?” Good question!

There’s a story about a man named Sam who died and left $50,000 in his will for an elaborate funeral. As the last attendees left, Sam’s wife, Rose tuned to her oldest friend, Sadie, and said, “Well, I’m sure Sam would have been pleased.” “I’m sure you’re right,” replied Sadie, who leaned in close and whispered, “Tell me, how much did it really cost?” “All of it,” said Rose, “$50,000.” “No!”, Sadie exclaimed, “I mean, it was very nice, but really, $50,000?” Rose nodded. The funeral home charged $6,500, I gave the church $500, the food and drinks cost another $500, and the remainder went towards the memorial stone.” Sadie computed the amount quickly and said, “$42,500 for a memorial stone? Exactly how big is it?” “Seven and a half carats.”

On the first Easter Sunday, Jesus rolled away the stone! What stones do we need to “roll away” from our lives in order to live the risen life of Christ? That “priceless” stone at Jesus’ tomb assures us of our entry into heaven if we follow that path that leads to everlasting life with those we love but see no longer, those who rest on another shore and in a greater light; for Christ is Risen, Alleluia! Amen!


NOTICES:

Bunco. Our post-Easter Bunco party will be on May 13th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. If you haven’t played Bunco the St. David’s way, you’re missing out on big fun! 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!

Newcomers Hospitality Hour is scheduled this Sunday after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the ECW. Please join us in welcoming our newcomers to St. David’s.

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 4/15/2023. Total $9,640.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference $4,994.00

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.

Prayer Books. There are large print Prayer Books in the narthex for your use during church service. Please return them after service.

Blood Drive This Sunday: Please consider being a hero to someone in need of blood. You can sign up to donate this Sunday morning at church using the link below, or sign up when you arrive at church. Donors receive a T-shirt and a $20 gift card. You can select from a wide variety of cards. Donors should have a good breakfast and hydrate. Thank you! Joyce 561-312-2719. https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1352911

Women’s Bible Study weekly meeting today at 11:30 a.m. in the Mark Room.

Men’s Bible Study. Beginning on Sunday, May 7th at 9:15 a.m. we will be beginning a Bible Study that is open to everyone of all ages. We are going to be studying the Gospel of John. The Gospel of John is considered the most symbolic, but also the most evocative (and sometimes, provocative) of the Gospels. So please stay after the 8 a.m. service or come early before the 10:00 a.m. service and join us as we dive into John’s words and discuss what they mean to us today. If you have any questions, please contact Jay Webber at jwebber@comcast.net.

Raffle Tickets. Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex.

MUG SUNDAY! Bring a mug to church on Sunday, April 30th to donate for coffee hour. We are going green and this will help get us to be more environmentally friendly. There will be a basket in the narthex to collect the mugs. Thank you for your donation.

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.

Recycle those plastic Easter Eggs! There will be a box in the narthex next weekend for you to drop off your empties. Thank you, Erin.

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

Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 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: Adrian, Alice, Annette, Amanda, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, David, Dee, Diana, Dolores, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For the departed: Sandra Richmond and Pat Curry. For birthday celebrations: Phyllis Gibbs-Thomas, Kathleen Lannaman, Blake Wolliston, Francis Morlu, John Algood, Therese Guillaume, Janice Jacques. For anniversary celebrations: Howard and Karen Brown, Daryl and Shelby Walcher. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany

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

WEEKLY RECTOR’S MESSAGE – April 14th – Fr. Thomas

Dear St. David’s Family,

In January 1991, I accepted the vestry’s call to become the third rector of St. David’s in the Pines Church. I remember someone saying at the time that “He’ll be gone in ten years.” Well, no one is more surprised than I that I’ve been your priest for over thirty-two years!

I will forever be grateful for the privilege of being your priest, pastor, and friend, and to be invited to share in so many important events in your lives, and those of your families. However, now the time has come to begin a new season in my own journey. My last Sunday as your Rector will be June 4, 2023.

There have been many times in these past years that I have “re-fallen” in love with St. David’s. I can’t thank you all enough for accompanying me along this journey. For those who recently “boarded the train,” please stay on board and greet the new challenges that lie ahead: to motivate people to be an integral part of the life of the Church and walk together into a deeper relationship with Jesus, and His Blessed Mother.

St. David’s has a bright future ahead, and I am confident that our vestry will choose an able and effective leader for the parish. Please pray for Erin and me, and we will continue to keep you in our prayers too. And always remember our mission: To Welcome Seekers, Form Disciples, and Send Apostles.

With deepest love and gratitude,

Father Thomas


NOTICES:

Weekly Offering for Week Ending 4/8/2023. Total $6,573.00. Average Weekly Budget $4,646.00. The difference $1,927.00.

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 is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the Daughters of the King.

Newcomers Coffee Hour is scheduled on Sunday, April 23rd immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the ECW. Please join us in welcoming our newcomers to St. David’s. RSVP to Linda McKeown 561-254-3902 by 4/20.

Blood Drive. Our next blood drive is scheduled on Sunday, April 23rd, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Please spread the word to family and friends. Questions? Contact Joyce at 561-312-2719.

Raffle Tickets. Please pick up your raffle tickets on the table in the narthex.

Prayer Books. There are large print Prayer Books in the narthex for your use during church service. Please return them after service.

MUG SUNDAY! Bring a mug to church on Sunday, April 30th to donate for coffee hour. We are going green and this will help get us to be more environmentally friendly. There will be a basket in the narthex to collect the mugs. Thank you for your donation.

Recycle those plastic Easter Eggs! There will be a box in the narthex next weekend for you to drop off your empties. Thank you, Erin.

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

Tuesdays: Holy Eucharist 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: Adrian, Alice, Annette, Barbara, Beth, Carol, Carolyn, David, Diana, Donna, Dorothy, Doris, Doug, Dudley, Ezra, Gina, Grace, Jacob, James, Jayden, Jeanne, Jill, Joaquin, Jory, Kenzie, Manuel, Michael, Miguel, Parker, Patricia, Predrag, Rachel, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Scott, Sharon, Shelly, Steve, Sue, Susan, Theresa, Tracy, Vernetta, Violet, William, Woody. For birthday celebrations: Emma Torres, Michelle Gardner, Erin Thomas, Patricia Burke, Vince Bianco. For anniversary celebrations: David and Leila South, Walter and Georgette Dzubiak, Rudy and Pat Bernard, Victor and Jeanne Champagne. For our expectant mothers: Taylor and Bethany.

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