SUNDAY SERVICE AND WEEKLY READINGS FOR JUNE 2009

Sunday, June 28, 2009

Lessons and Psalm

Second Samuel (1:1, 17-27)
Psalm 130 page 784, BCP
Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians (8:7-15)
The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (5:21-43)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday Acts 11:1-18; Tuesday Acts 8:1-13; Wednesday Acts 8:14-25; Thursday Acts 8:26-40; Friday Acts 9:1-9; Saturday James 5:7-10


Sunday, June 21, 2009
Lessons and Psalm

First Samuel (17:32-49)
Psalm 9:9-20 page 593 BCP
Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians (6:1-13)
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (4:35-41)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday Acts 5:12-26; Tuesday Acts 5:27-42; Wednesday John 3:22-30; Thursday Acts 6:15-7:1-16; Friday Acts7:17-29; Saturday Acts 7:30-43

Sunday, June 14, 2009
Lessons and Psalm

First Samuel (15:34-16:13)
Psalm 20:1-9 page 608 BCP
Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians(5:6-10, 14-17)
The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (4:26-34)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday 2 Corinthians 10:1-18; Tuesday 2 Corinthian 11:1-21a; Wednesday 2 Corinthians 11:21b-33; Thursday Acts 4:32-37; Friday 2 Corinthians 12:11-21; Saturday 2 Corinthians 13aaaa;1-14

CHURCH NEWS FOR JUNE 2009

Fr. Davidson
Fr. Davidson will ve away after the June 21st service. He will be back for the July 5th service

New Church Chairs

On Sunday, June 28th we sat in our new chairs for the first time. As we worship in our beautiful, comfortable chairs, we must remember and give thanks for our many blessings.

Independence Day, USA

On Sunday, July 5th we will celebrate the independence of The United States of America. We hope our American born members will share information and stories with us. We also hope they will be responsible for Coffee Hour.

Mr. and Mrs. Barnaby

Congratulation to Mr. and Mrs. Barnaby on the birth of their first grandchild. Morgan Nicole Barnaby was born Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 3:30 p.m. Morgan weighed 7 pounds 11 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long.

Condolences

Irma Reid was buries about two weeks ago. Nigel Cromwell, the son of Lorraine Mapp and the stepson of Tony Mapp was buried Wednesday, June 17th. Gwendolyn Sangster, a former member of the Chancel Choir, was buried Saturday, June 20th, and the Rhule family lost two loved ones during the week of June 14th, Evelyn Rhule's brother and her brother in law. To all those who mourn we assure you of our sincere prayers and continued support.

Continued Prayers

Please pray in a special way for Carolyn Jackson, Isabella Brown and their families.

Nathaniel Baker

Nathaniel Baker is our new Organist/Pianist and Music Director. He has eleven years experience as a church organist. Nathaniel has performed throughout New England and in Spain and Portugal. During his high school years he won numerous local competitions and he has accompanied various local musical theatre productions. Presently, Nathaniel studies Piano Performance and Music Theory at the Hartt School, University of Hartford.

Annual Parish Picnic

The Annual Church Picnic will be held Sunday, July 19th at St. Monica's Church. Bring your family and friends. There will be lots of fun, fellowship, food, refreshments and games. Additional information will follow.

Reach Out Program and Food Pantry

The Reach out Program (Saturday Feeding Program) and the Food Pantry (Wednesday and Fridays 10-12 noon) will begin again at St. Monica's. Volunteers are need for both programs. There will be a food Ministry meeting on Thursday, june 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the Parish Hall to discuss Plans. If you would like to volunteer, contact Patricia Nelson.

Walk Against Hunger

St. Monica's earned $3,806.40 for the Walk Against Hunger. Denzil Ricketts and Jeremy Ifill were the two largest fund raisers.

Parking Lot

The vestry has erected chains to prevent unauthorized cars from entering the parking lot after hours. The Junior Warden will issues keys for the locks.

THE BOOK CORNER FOR JUNE 2009

Welcome to the Episcopal Church by Christopher L. Webber

Every Episcopalian or friend of an Episcopalian will find this a lively and informative read, and any seeker after a contemporary Christianity with ancient roots will discover new insights into this religion of two millennia. The chapter on the Bible is worth the price of the book and could benefit anyone who has grappled with the puzzle of biblical interpretation.

The comparisons of the beliefs and rituals of Episcopalians with those of members of other religions is particularly useful. The author never denigrates others' beliefs, but offers an interesting history of how various religions evolved.