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THE RECTOR’S MESSAGE Dear Saints of James, The 100 th Diocesan Convention of Southwestern Virginia, our annual gathering of lay delegates and clergy from each parish in our diocese, just concluded last weekend. This was the 35 th Diocesan Convention that I have attended, and I am one of those people, and I may be rare, but I actually look forward to attending Convention each year; I relish the opportunity to see people that I know throughout the diocese but do not see regularly. I love to worship as the larger Body of Christ, and even enjoy the business sessions as we reflect on the Mission and Ministry of doing God’s work in southwestern Virginia. This year our Convention was focused on celebrating our 100 years as a Diocese, when in December 1919 we voted to separate from the Diocese of Southern Virginia. The presence of our Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, invited to join in our celebration, created a great deal of excitement, energy, and opportunity to think about Practicing the Way of Love. From his keynote address on Saturday morning, to the Gainsboro pilgrimage of racial reconciliation, to his preaching at the Sunday Revival, Bishop Curry was passionate about proclaiming the Good News of the Gospel - his mantra was: “If it’s not about love. It’s not about God.” Posted on our diocesan webpage (https://www.dioswva.org) you can find Bishop Curry’s Saturday address, and the Revival service. Throughout the weekend he reminded us that love is not a romantic feeling but rather a desire to seek the good for another, and this takes practice, commitment, and a revival of our hearts. January 15th was the 90 th birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In his own way and words, Dr. King was preaching and teaching about a way of love that sought the common good for all people, regardless of race, social standing, profession or family background. Speaking in King Chapel at Cornell College, Mount Vernon, Iowa, on Oct. 15, 1962, Dr. King said “people often hate each other because they fear each other, they fear each other because they don’t know each other, they don’t know each other because they cannot communicate, they cannot communicate because they are separated.” In this separation resides a great deal of anxiety which has become palatable in our communities, country and even in some of our denominations. Dr. King’s words and actions model for us a practice of love that seeks unity, equity, connection, compassion and care for others. I think most people agree that we have significant social, political, and ideological issues to address in our culture, and we must not let differing perspectives distract us from seeking to find solutions that serve the greatest good. If you have not already picked up the tri-fold brochure in the Parish Hall, The Way of Love: Practices for a Jesus-Centered Life, I encourage you to do so. It is a guide to follow the loving, liberating, life-giving way of Jesus. As Bishop Curry says, “His way has the power to change each of our lives and to change this world.” May you be a change agent of love in this world. Epiphany Blessings, SEB+ February 2019 Volume 19 Number 2 Sunday Schedule 8:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite I 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II 11:15 AM Coffee & Fellowship 11:30 AM Sunday School (ages 3 through grade 12) 5:30 PM South Sudanese Worship Evolution Sunday February 17, 2019 11:45 AM Parish Hall “Amazing Adaptations: Wonders of Evolution” Dr. Michael Bentley St. James Episcopal Church 4515 Delray Street Roanoke, VA 24012 Phone: 540-366-4157 Fax: 540-366-2851 E-mail: [email protected] www.stjamesroanoke.org
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THE RECTOR’S MESSAGE Dear Saints of James, The 100th Diocesan Convention of Southwestern Virginia, our annual gathering of lay delegates and clergy from each parish in our diocese, just concluded last weekend. This was the 35th Diocesan Convention that I have attended, and I am one of those people, and I may be rare, but I actually look forward to attending Convention each year; I relish the opportunity to see people that I know throughout the diocese but do not see regularly. I love to worship as the larger Body of Christ, and even enjoy the business sessions as we reflect on the Mission and Ministry of doing God’s work in southwestern Virginia. This year our Convention was focused on celebrating our 100 years as a Diocese, when in December 1919 we voted to separate from the Diocese of Southern Virginia. The presence of our Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, invited to join in our celebration, created a great deal of excitement, energy, and opportunity to think about Practicing the Way of Love. From his keynote address on Saturday morning, to the Gainsboro pilgrimage of racial reconciliation, to his preaching at the Sunday Revival, Bishop Curry was passionate about proclaiming the Good News of the Gospel - his mantra was: “If it’s not about love. It’s not about God.” Posted on our diocesan webpage (https://www.dioswva.org) you can find Bishop Curry’s Saturday address, and the Revival service. Throughout the weekend he reminded us that love is not a romantic feeling but rather a desire to seek the good for another, and this takes practice, commitment, and a revival of our hearts. January 15th was the 90th birthday of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In his own way and words, Dr. King was preaching and teaching about a way of love that sought the common good for all people, regardless of race, social standing, profession or family background. Speaking in King Chapel at Cornell College, Mount Vernon, Iowa, on Oct. 15, 1962, Dr. King said “people often hate each other because they fear each other, they fear each other because they don’t know each other, they don’t know each other because they cannot communicate, they cannot communicate because they are separated.” In this separation resides a great deal of anxiety which has become palatable in our communities, country and even in some of our denominations. Dr. King’s words and actions model for us a practice of love that seeks unity, equity, connection, compassion and care for others. I think most people agree that we have significant social, political, and ideological issues to address in our culture, and we must not let differing perspectives distract us from seeking to find solutions that serve the greatest good. If you have not already picked up the tri-fold brochure in the Parish Hall, The Way of Love: Practices for a Jesus-Centered Life, I encourage you to do so. It is a guide to follow the loving, liberating, life-giving way of Jesus. As Bishop Curry says, “His way has the power to change each of our lives and

to change this world.” May you be a change agent of love in this world. Epiphany Blessings, SEB+

February 2019 Volume 19 Number 2

Sunday Schedule

8:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite I 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II 11:15 AM Coffee & Fellowship 11:30 AM Sunday School (ages 3 through grade 12) 5:30 PM South Sudanese Worship

Evolution Sunday February 17, 2019

11:45 AM Parish Hall “Amazing Adaptations: Wonders of Evolution”

Dr. Michael Bentley

St. James Episcopal Church 4515 Delray Street Roanoke, VA 24012 Phone: 540-366-4157 Fax: 540-366-2851 E-mail: [email protected]

www.stjamesroanoke.org

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St. James Episcopal Church

Clergy:

The Rev. Susan E. Bentley, Rector

The Rev. William R. Eanes, Retired Deacon

The Rev. Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver,

Adjunct Pastoral Associate

Staff:

Mrs. Connie Bierly, Secretary

Mr. Andrew Cochran, Choir Director & Organist

Mrs. Donna Parks & Mr. Marshall Hudson, Sextons

The Connection:

Send copy to: [email protected]

All Saints of James, Reporters

Internet Web Page:

www.stjamesroanoke.org

Laura Anderson, Web Master

[email protected]

The St. James Vestry:

Senior Warden, Linda Bryant, 776-6886

Junior Warden, Tim Buchholtz, 520-2947

† Clerk, Carol Eanes, 819-7628

†Treasurer, Kevin Shepherd, 556-3011

†Ass’t. Treasurer, Avis Aheron, 580-9203

† Rec. Treasurer, Danny Fainter, 977-4408

Maile Armstrong, 354-6016

Ann Bird, 366-0996

Arby Frost, 989-3054

Gail Fields, 556-0086

Katie Rucker, 362-2205

Cam Srpan, 562-0954

Doug Tuggle, 776-2405

(† - Not Vestry members)

Standing Committees & Chairs

Finance: Doug Tuggle, 776-2405; 394-1425

Property: Tim Buchholtz, 520-2947

Hospitality: Kim Laxton, 632-9148

Stewardship: Chris Criscione, 915-2657

* * * * * * * * * * Episcopal Church Women: Doris Mattox

992-3088

Daughters of the King: Pat Ball

725-8730

ST. JAMES CYCLE OF PRAYER

In February, we give special thanks for the attentiveness of our members to enhance the experience of visitors and newcomers and to welcome them into our church family.

VESTRY CORNER . . . What is a Vestry? Most Episcopalians would

say that the Vestry is the governing body of the

local congregation of the Episcopal

Church. This is so, and it has specific

responsibilities that are set out by the National

and Diocesan Constitutions &

Canons. Though the Vestry has some

similarities to a board of directors, it is different,

in that a parish is a covenant community and

Vestry members practice a servant

leadership. The success of a congregation is

not measured in terms of numbers of members

or size of the endowment, but rather in the

degree to which it is working toward the

fulfillment of the mission of the

Church. Specific responsibilities of the Vestry

include:

• help to define and articulate the

mission of the congregation;

• support the mission by word and

deed

• select and support the Rector

• ensure effective organization and

planning

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• ensure adequate resources in

leadership and in financial

stewardship

• manage resources effectively

• determine that appropriate programs,

policies, and procedures have been

developed and are followed

• assess its own performance, and

• provide spiritual leadership to lead

the congregation in the mission of

the Church “to restore all people to

unity with God and each other in

Christ (BCP p.855)

Congregations today often participate in a “shared ministry” where the clergy and laity function as part of an interdependent team and seek to engage a large number of people in a variety of leadership roles. Leading a congregation in an increasingly secular world is difficult and requires the support and efforts of many. Its foundation is a faithful dependence on God’s guidance and power. Your Vestry is an important part of the ministry team and looks forward to hearing your thoughts and idea. As Saints of James we are all responsible for sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ and participating in the mission and ministry of St. James, with God’s help. YOUTH NEWS. . . Mark your calendars for the 2019 Diocesan Youth events dates.

• Youth Mission Team Retreat - March 29-31, Phoebe Needles

• Spring Youth Event - 5th through 8th graders, May 3-5, Camp Bethel

• Bradford/Leeds Exchange - dates to be announced

• Youth Workers Retreat - September 13-14, Phoebe Needles

• Youth Mission Team Planning - October 5, Evans House

• Fall Youth Event - 9th through 12th graders, November 8-10, Phoebe Needles

• Youth Mission Team Planning for Y@C, December 6-7, St. John’s

Summer camps are now taking registrations: The Phoebe Needles Center: Middler Camp, Senior Camp, Drama Camp, Outdoor Expedition, First Year Camp, Rock Climbing Camp, Art Camp, Nature Camp, Outreach Camp. For specific information, visit www.PhoebeNeedles.org The River Adventure Program leads white water canoe trips on the James and New Rivers during June and July. For information and registration, visit www.campbethelvirginia.org STEWARDSHIP CORNER. . . By Chris Criscione Over the last month, we have heard some very meaningful and moving meditations from Saints of James about what St. James means to them. As current Chairman of the Stewardship Committee, and with this being Gratitude Sunday, Mother Sue and I thought it would be appropriate for me to offer some of my own reflections. Some of you may remember, I spoke last year and talked a bit about how important St. James has been to Joey and me and our family over the past 3 decades that we have been coming here, and about how important we think it is that our younger Saints of James and future generations continue to have this place and this community for themselves and for their families. In preparing some thoughts for today, I really was trying to dig a little deeper into my own

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very personal thoughts and feelings about St. James, removed even from those I share with Joey or that I hold as a husband, father, and grandfather. For a very long time, a phrase from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount has played in the background music of my mind. It is the moment when Jesus says: “Blessed are those hunger and thirst for righteousness for they shall be filled.” I think about that passage because I think about how often personally I have felt hungry for direction in my life, thirsty for guidance as to what was the right course for me to take. Sometimes these moments have been connected to events that were actively unfolding in my life at the time, and sometimes they have been just the dull ache of some deeper, general restlessness that I was experiencing. Whichever the case may be, I have found over the years that Saint James has provided me with the way to – in the words of the Beatitude – fill myself and feed those deep rumblings in my soul. Maybe it will be some words or thoughts from Mother Sue’s sermon on that day. Maybe it will be listening the wonderful music provided by Andrew and our choir. Maybe it will be just experiencing the warmth and reassurance of the community we share here each week. Maybe it will be putting on the Santa suit for the Little Church Christmas Party. Whatever it actually is that provides me with that solace and steadying force is almost irrelevant. What is relevant to me is that I find it here, in this space, with and among all of you. And when I experience that, I feel that in some small way, I have had the opportunity to peel back a corner of the fabric separating this physical existence from what we refer to as the Kingdom of Heaven, and see my life, this life and this world through our Father’s eyes just a little bit. Of course, there are other churches, other places; places filled with good and caring and

loving folks just like we have here. But, as I have mentioned other times, I spent several years away from Saint James at some of those other places. So, when I say there is just something special about our church, our congregation, our spiritual community, I say it with something of the perspective of the prodigal, who after leaving home, found himself close to starvation before he came to realization that there was a place he could go back to where he knew his hunger would be sated and his thirst would be quenched. It probably should not sound remarkable to say that I feel welcomed and completely accepted in my church because ideally if there is one place is the world where we should feel the freedom to be who we are it is in the Lord’s House. But I know from personal experience, that people do not always feel that way in their churches. I know from personal experience, I have not always felt that way in other places that I have worshipped. And that sense of belonging that I get here stretches back to very beginning when I started attending services at St. James. I don’t know how it is for anyone else, but sometimes I feel like there are different masks that I put on for different professional or personal situations in life, but there is something embedded in the DNA of this place that it has always been to me kind of a spiritual oasis; a place where you truly can “come as you are” – so to speak. As I have gotten older and as our society seems to have become ever more divided and acrimonious, having such a place of warmth, and love, and acceptance is maybe more dear and precious to me than it has ever been. Another favorite line of Scripture of mine is the famous meditation on love in Corinthians 13. It means so much to me that I requested it be read at the funeral services for both my parents. Of course, it ends with the line: “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” The reason that line means so much to me is that throughout the chore of living each day,

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sometimes my faith has wavered due to the stresses of life or through doubt. And at those times I have been tempted to abandon hope, to, essentially give up. At those moments of vulnerability, what has always redeemed and rescued me has been being surrounded by love: the love of family, the love of friends, and every bit as importantly, the love of my church community. Even if you folks here may not have known the intimate details of whatever I was experiencing, just being here, in your presence and in communion with you all, has provided the balm I needed to nurse me through the difficult times. I guess when I reflect upon the question of what St. James means to me, the abridged answer to that question is that what St. James means to me is: all of you. So, to wrap up, let me just thank you all for continuing to help feed me, and thank you for your generosity, your devotion and your commitment to this special place in our little corner of the Lord’s banquet table. TREASURERS’ CORNER . . . By Kevin Shepherd

Financial Statement Year to Date as of December 31, 2018:

Operating Income: $220,347.07 Operating Expenses: $181,448.17 Net Operating Income: $38,898.90 OUTREACH NEWS. . . By Avis Aheron

Benevolence Sunday is February 17, 2019

The Benevolence Sunday offering received on

February 17 will go to The Phoebe Needles Center.

Please give generously. For over a century Phoebe

Needles has been a vibrant center of the

community. It began in 1901 with the vision of Mr.

Esom Sloan and the Rev. William T. Roberts. They

built a mission school for mountain children and a

church on the site where the current Center exists

today. The Phoebe Needles Center is owned by the

Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia. The

Phoebe Needles Center is located on 85 acres at the

foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Franklin

County, Virginia. In the late 1970’s, the Center

began operating as a conference center. An

expansion and renovation program began in 1998 to

upgrade the facilities allowing the Center to host a

wider variety of groups and serve a greater number

of people. Diocesan events for adults and youth are

often held at Phoebe Needles.

Serving Lunch at RAM House

St. James’ began serving lunch at RAM House almost 35 years ago, as a ministry outreach of the youth. Those youth all grew up and other members of the parish have continued this important feeding ministry. Now we are in need of new volunteers to serve lunch on the 3rd Saturday, every other month, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. The 2019 dates for RAM House are:

February 16th April 20th June 15th

August 17th October 19th

December 21st

Roanoke Area Ministries (RAM) is an ecumenical organization that boldly serves as an advocate for the homeless and poverty stricken helping people in need through a variety of programs including emergency financial assistance, a hot noon-time meal each day and a day shelter for the homeless. Their aim is to empower people to move from dependency to self-sufficiency; in doing so we build a stronger, healthier community. To volunteer for any of these dates, or for more information, contact Avis Aheron, 580-9203.

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ROUND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS . . . By Dottie Wrabel Thanks to all of you who faithfully save box tops for Round Hill Elementary School – very much appreciated. Erasers and pencils are needed. Please put these in the donation box in the Parish Hall.

2019 ADOPT-A-DAY GIFTS . . . (Gifts in bold were received after printing our last month’s issue)

February 24 adopted by Frances Stebbins

in memory of her son, C. Harvey Stebbins, Jr.

March 30 adopted by Frances Stebbins in memory of her husband, Charles H. Stebbins, Sr.

ANNOUNCEMENTS . . .

Weather Alert Reminder The winter snowstorms earlier this winter, were a reality check that there are times when it is not advisable to hold services or parish programs for safety reasons. The Rector and the Wardens will make a decision about whether or not to have Sunday services, and the decision will be announced on channel 10, and channels 7. If you have a leadership role in the Sunday service and are unable to come due to weather conditions, and the service is not cancelled, just call the church and leave a message on the answering machine. The weather can vary greatly throughout the Roanoke Valley, so check Channel 10 & 7 for cancellation information and use your best judgment about attending. If we have to cancel services, you might want to watch the live stream webcast worship service at 11:15 am from the Washington National Cathedral: https://www.cathedral.org/worship/sunday-service/live-webcast.shtml; or the 2:15 pm service from All Saints Episcopal Church,

Pasadena, CA, streaming All Saints at: http://www.allsaints-pas.org/worship/streaming/. Even if we do not have a Sunday service to collect your offering, we still have bills to pay. Please remember to keep current with your contributions.

The Rector’s Discretionary Fund

St. James, like most Episcopal Churches, provides a Discretionary Fund for the Rector to oversee. This fund is intended to provide for emergency financial help for those outside the parish as well as parishioners who have an unexpected financial need. The fund is also available for minor expenses that are not provided for in the annual budget. Each second Sunday of the month, the cash in the offering plate is designated for the Discretionary Fund and the Rector puts all honorariums from weddings, and funerals in the Fund; donations are the only source of income for this fund. The Rector appreciates all contributions to the Discretionary Fund, as it is embodies practicing the Way of Love.

Baptismal Dates for 2019

“Holy Baptism is especially appropriate at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All Saint’s Day or the Sunday after All Saint’s Day, the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, (the first Sunday after Epiphany), and the visitation of the Bishop. It is recommended that, as far as possible, baptisms be reserved for these occasions or when a bishop is present.” The Book of Common Prayer, page 312. The Baptismal dates for St. James in 2019 are: the Visitation of The Bishop, March 24; the Easter Vigil, April 20; the Day of Pentecost, June 9; and All Saints Sunday, November 3. If you would like to be Baptized or have a child you would like to be Baptized, contact the Rector.

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Bishop’s Visitation: Confirmation, Reception and Baptism

Bishop Bourlakas is scheduled to come to St. James for his regular visitation on the third Sunday of Lent, March 24th. Mark your calendar now so that we can welcome our Bishop with our signature hospitality, during the service as well as for a gourmet luncheon. If you are an adult who wishes to be Confirmed or Received into the Episcopal Church, contact the Rector as soon as possible so we can set up the Inquires Class. Any youth who are interested in exploring Confirmation need to let the Rector know so they can begin working with their Confirmation mentors. The Bishop’s visitation is also an occasion for Baptism, so if you or one of your children are interested in being Baptized, please let the Rector know.

Amazing Adaptations: Wonders of Evolution by Dr Michael Bentley

Evolution Sunday has been an annual event at St James since 2006! My presentation is essentially about the relationship between science and religion. Many of you know that I have a degree in biology, as does our son Alex, but some of you may not know that the Rector does also! And Matt is a geologist. So the relationship between science and religion has often been discussed at our dinner table! A goal of Evolution Sunday has been to demonstrate that religion and science are not adversaries, but instead are just different perspectives on the natural world. Both ask, and answer, questions about the nature of reality. People of faith from different traditions and locations around the world understand that science and evolution do not in threaten, demean, or diminish their religious beliefs. Many find that the wonders of science can enhance and deepen their awe and appreciation of Creation. On this, the fourteenth anniversary of Evolution Weekend, we will take a look at

specific organisms that have evolved to adapt to their environments since the earliest living things arose 3.8 billion years ago. Among the amazing adaptations are incredible sensory abilities, remarkable defense strategies, and surprising ways to survive harsh environments. Charles Darwin was born in Shrewsbury, England 210 years ago, on February 12, 1809. Shrewsbury today is about the size of Roanoke and located on the River Severn in Shropshire (“shires” are like our counties). His ideas about the origins of species through natural selection challenged his contemporaries to reimagine life as an ongoing development rather than a one-time accomplishment of the Creator. Join us after Coffee Hour on February 17 to take a look at that still unfolding creation as I present a slide show on “Amazing Adaptations: Wonders of Evolution.”

Altar Flowers

The flower chart for donating Sunday altar flowers is currently up on the bulletin board next to the kitchen and there are many Sundays available for donating altar flowers for 2019. If you have a particular Sunday which you wish to donate flowers, please put your name on the chart, or call the church office (366-4157) and leave a message. Flowers donations are $20.00 per week; checks can be made out to St. James Episcopal Church, with a memo of “flower fund” and given to Lynn Wright, or put in the offering plate. All flowers are given to the glory of God and you may add an additional dedication. If you know what dedication you would like for the flowers, you can give that to Lynn with your money. If you are not sure at this time, then you will need to leave that information at the Church office prior to the Sunday you will be giving flowers.

2019 Treat of the Week The Treat of the Week continues to be a fun addition to the community building nature of our parish coffee hour, and adds, on a good

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Sunday, about $30.00 of income to our Building/Property Maintenance account each week. Thank you to all who have generously supported the Treat of the Week with your treat donations as well as your weekly ticket contributions. Also a loud shout out of thanks to Cam Srpan who has been the coordinator for 2018 and is now handing over the leadership to Michael Bentley and assistant Tricia Champion. Additional treats are needed as we begin this new year. Treat suggestions are: gift baskets, food items, gift cards (maximum of $25.00), gender neutral items, seasonal items, items that highlight your particular gifts and talents…. FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS. . . February 5 Allison Eanes February 5 Caitlin Witz February 5 James Michael Price February 6 Madeline Clouser February 8 Donna Frost February 10 Jessica Gawor February 12 Sarah Aheron February 13 Joyce Brown February 15 Madalyn Linkous February 16 Barbara Hassell February 16 Bob Wright February 22 Machele Huff February 22 Dakota Hensel February 23 Gail Fields February 24 Wayne Reilly February 26 Barbara Plunkett

St. James Partners with Canaan Palestine St. James continues a partnership with Canaan Palestine selling their fair trade, organic olive oil, to earn some additional funds which will support ECW’s many benevolences. Canaan Palestine is a for-profit Palestinian owned company that buys high-quality products, primarily olive oil, from farmers who are members of the Palestine Fair Trade Association. Canaan Palestine and the PFTA work together to improve conditions for farmers

and to build the future. Joint ventures have included everything from specialized training in pruning for olive growers to micro-loans for women producers, to university scholarships for children of farmers, to the creation of the Canaan Center for Organic Research and Extension. Each month, Art Tatman will coordinate the sale of Canaan’s olive oil, in the large bottles, as well as the smaller flavor infused olive oils. If you wish to purchase any oil at other times, contact Art (400-7706) or the Parish Office (366-4157); prices are set so that the ECW receives 20% of the sales for their benevolences.

Rumi, Nabali large bottles: $25 Jenin, large bottle: $20 Garlic, small bottle: $14 Chili, small bottle: $14 Thyme, small bottle: $14 Basil, small bottle: $14 Lemon, small bottle: $14 Jenin, small bottle: $14

Your purchase of these superior products will help sustain neighbors near and far and they in turn will be sustaining you with their superior, organic olive oil, and the knowledge that you are helping many others through the ECW’s outreach offerings. NOTES OF THANKS. . . Dear St. James friends, How very thoughtful of you to remember me at Christmas. It's wonderful to be a part of such a warm and caring family -- our parish family. When I'm not with you it's because I'm supplying at neighboring parishes such as Buena Vista, Glasgow, Bedford Country and more. Thank you for your gracious generosity.

Father Bob

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 9:30 PM Narcotics

Anonymous (NA)

2 10:00 AM

AA

3 11:30 AM

Sunday School (ages 3 to grade 12)

3:00 PM

AA

5:30 PM

South Sudanese Worship

4

5 10:00 AM

Prayer Group

7:00 PM

AA

6

7 7:00 PM

Bible Study

7:00 PM

AA

8 9:30 PM Narcotics

Anonymous (NA)

9

10:00 AM

AA

10 11:30 AM

Sunday School (ages 3 to grade 12)

3:00 PM

AA

5:30 PM

South Sudanese Worship

11

12 10:00 AM

Prayer Group

7:00 PM

AA

13 6:45 PM

Little Church Social Club

14 7:00 PM

Bible Study

7:00 PM

AA

15 5:30 PM

Down Syndrome Support Group

9:30 PM Narcotics

Anonymous (NA)

16 10:00 AM

AA

17 11:30 AM

Sunday School (ages 3 to grade 12)

11:45 AM Wonders of

Evolution 3:00 PM

AA 5:30 PM

South Sudanese Worship

18

6:30 PM

Vestry

19 10:00 AM

Prayer Group

7:00 PM

AA

20

21 7:00 PM

Bible Study

7:00 PM

AA

22 9:30 PM Narcotics

Anonymous (NA)

23 10:00 AM

AA

24 11:30 AM

Sunday School (ages 3 to grade 12)

3:00 PM

AA

5:30 PM

South Sudanese Worship

25

26 10:00 AM

Prayer Group

7:00 PM

AA

27 6:45 PM

Little Church Social Club

28 7:00 PM

Bible Study

7:00 PM

AA

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SERVER SCHEDULE FOR FEBRUARY 2019 Feb 3 8 AM Lector and Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Thomas Rucker Ushers Michael Kennedy, Grant Rucker

Acolyte Poni Kenyi Coffee Avis Aheron, Lawton Kasey T Bearer Grace Gawor Nursery Ann Bird, Butch Johnstone Madde Shepherd Tellers Tricia Champion, Michael Kennedy Chalicist Laura Anderson Altar Guild Laura Anderson, Lonnie Bower, Tim Buchholtz, Danny Fainter Lector 1 Carla Spencer Lector 2 Art Tatman Prayers Brandt Gawor

Feb 10 8 AM Lector – Bill Barksdale, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Cole Mattox Ushers Carl Ball, Larry Mattox

Acolyte Maddie Linkous Coffee Larry & Doris Mattox, Lonnie Bower, Joyce Brown T Bearer Jen Fitzgerald Nursery Jessica Price, JoAnn Criscione Sherry Powell Tellers Arby Frost, Katie Rucker Chalicist Pat Ball Altar Guild Betsy Briggs, Lawton Kasey, Jeannie Lake, Pam Reilly Lector 1 Alicia Baxter Lector 2 Maile Armstrong Prayers Betsy Briggs

Feb 17 8 AM Lector Tim Buchholtz, Chalicist – James Kyle 10 AM Crucifer Abby Price Ushers Kevin & Madde Shepherd

Acolyte Sherry Powell Coffee Boots Ingram, Odell James, Pam Reilly, Dottie Wrabel T Bearer Now Now Kenyi Nursery Kim Laxton, Karen Martin Maddie Linkous Tellers Larry Mattox, Lonnie Bower Chalicist Arby Frost Altar Guild Linda Bryant, Dorothy Herndon, Sharon Miller Lector 1 Samson Mamour Lector 2 JoAnn Criscione Prayers Avis Aheron

Feb 24 8 AM Lector – Phil Wheeler, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Ryan Laxton Ushers Ray & Lawton Kasey

Acolyte Abby Price Coffee Kim & Kevin Laxton T Bearer Poni Kenyi Nursery Ann Bird, Butch Johnstone Jordyn Price Tellers Maile Armstrong, Steve Wiegandt Chalicist Samson Mamour Altar Guild Carol Eanes, Boots Ingram, Odell James, Samson Mamour Lector 1 Donna Frost Lector 2 Doug Tuggle Prayers Jackie Leonard

Mar 3 8 AM Lector and Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Samson Mamour Ushers Jackie Leonard, Jim McGlothlin

Acolyte Jordyn Price Coffee Gawor & Wiegandt Families T Bearer Grant Rucker Nursery Jessica Price, JoAnn Criscione Madde Shepherd Tellers Tricia Champion, Michael Kennedy Chalicist Art Tatman Altar Guild Laura Anderson, Lonnie Bower, Tim Buchholtz, Danny Fainter Lector 1 Michael Bentley Lector 2 Chris Criscione Prayers Art Tatman

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