THE BOOK CORNER

Welcome to Sunday

by Christopher L. Webber

My wife and I are former Methodists who have attended an Episcopal church for the past 18 months. We were attracted by the Eucharistic service but don't wish to "check our brains at the door", as would be required by the Bishop of Rome. I bought this book because I wanted basic information on the background and meaning of the service we so recently found. The book didn't disappoint me. The author explains the traditional architectural styles and floor plans, the roles of the Ministry and the Laity, and the Christian year as it is observed in the Episcopal church. The author systematically works his way through a typical service, explaining in adequate depth for all but the budding theologian, the origins and meanings of each part. He also discusses trends within the church, for example, to include more elements of the Eastern Orthodox service. Each chapter ends with questions for thought and further discussion. This would make it a great book for an adolescent or adult discussion group. If you want a book to explain the Episcopal (Rites I and II) service in methodical and easily understood fashion, this is a great start.

Review by A. Bastanza

LITURGY OF THE WORD AND WEEKLY READINGS

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Ester (7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22)
Psalm 124, page 781, BCP
The Letter of James (5:13-20)
The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (9:-38-50)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday 1Corinthians 7:25-31; Tuesday Hebrews 1:1-14; Wednesday 1Corinthians 8:1-13; Thursday 1Corinthians 9:1-15; Friday 1Corinthians 9:16-27; Saturday 1Corinthians 10:1-13

Sunday, September 20, 2009

Proverbs (31:10-31)

Psalm 1, page 585, BCP

The Letter of James (3:13-4:3, 7-8a)

The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (9:30-37)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday Romans 10:1-15; Tuesday 1Corinthians 5:1-8; Wednesday 1Corinthians 5:9-6:1-8; Thursday 1Corinthians 6:12-20; Friday 1Corinthians 7:1-9; Saturday 1Corinthians 7:10-24

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Proverbs (1:20-33)

Psalm 19, page 606, BCP

The Letter of James (3:1-12)

The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (8:27-38)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday John 3:11-17; Tuesday 1Corinthians 1:20-31;Wednesday 1Corinthians 2:1-13;

Thursday 1Corinthians 2:14-3:1-15; Friday 1Corinthians 3:16-23; Saturday 1Corinthians 4:1-7

Sunday, September 6. 2009

The Letter of James (2:1-10, 14-17)

Psalm 125, page 781, BCP

The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark (7:24-37)

Suggested Readings for the Week

Monday Philippians 1:1-11; Tuesday Philippians 1:1 2-30; Wednesday Philippians 2:1-11; Thursday Philippians 2:12-30; Friday Philippians 3:1-16; Saturday Philippians 3:17- 4:1-7

SAINT MONICA'S NEWS

Harvest Festival

The Harvest Festival is schedule for Sunday, September 27, 2009 at 4 p.m. and is sponsored by the Harvest Committee. The theme is:

The Harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few. Be a laborer in the harvest.

Homecoming

On Sunday, September 6, 2009 we had one service that began at 9:30 a.m. We went to our our tribes, and each tribe said the Liturgy of the Word. The following is a summary of helpful questions for discussion. The complete questions are in the September 6, 2009 bulletin.

1. What are the Committees of St. Monica's doing well? What can we do to improve their functioning?

2. What are your views on having outreach in other parts of the United States, the Caribbean and Africa?

3. Twice we have had group discussion then corporate worship. What are your views on using this format for Bible Study once a month on a Sunday? Would you be willing to be a leader of one of the Bible Study groups?

4. Share your thoughts on having one choir that sings traditional tunes, gospel and contemporary songs and on music as a whole at St. Monica's

5. What do you cherish most about St. Monica's?

The comments made by tribal members will be made available in the future. At 10:30 a.m. the service continued with the Confession.

Father Davidson

Father Davidson will be on vacation from Monday, September 7 to Monday, September 28. He will be back in office on Tuesday, September 29.

Father Tom Beck was our supply priest on September 13th. Father Chris Rose was our supply priest on September 20th and September 27.

Calling All Youth

On Saturday, October 24, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. there will be a youth forum in the Parish Hall. Panelists will include individuals from the Department of Corrections, Hartford Police, Windsor Police, Adult and Juvenile Probation, Juvenile Detention, Gang Task Force and Social Services. Please come and bring a friend to discuss challenges our youth face today and how we can help them choose the right path. More information will follow.

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Happy birthday to

Elizabeth Martin Ceceline Morson September 6; Kevin Forand and Concie Hanlan September 7; Bjorn Hume September 8; Jordan Rice September 9; Cheris Lee Branch and Vina Morgan September 13; Wentworth Lawrence and Kerry-Ann Stewart September 13; Marva Brito and Alice Satchell September 14; Iman Devonish September 17; Varon Webb September 18; Pauline Scott September 19.

FUN DAY: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2009

Everyone had a wonderful time on Fun Day. The weather was ideal, the food was yummy, the games were lively and the camaraderie was best of all.