congratulations! - St. Peter`s Episcopal Church

M es s en ge r W ee kl y
Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17, 2016
Worship
SCRIPTURE READINGS
Acts 9:36-43; Psalm 23; Revelation 7:9-17;
John 10:22-0
Pastor Gil will be giving the message at all services.
CONGRATULATIONS!
Oasis Resources for the Journey
QI GONG WITH XIE LING WELCH
This Sunday, 3:30-4:30 pm
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese health care system that
integrates physical postures, breathing techniques and
focused intention. Dress in loose fitting exercise clothing
and soft-sole shoes. No jeans or other tight and stiff pants,
and it is best not to have a belt around the waist. Bring a
small water bottle for hydration. Fee is $15, cash or
check. Please make check payable to Xie Ling Welch.
Meeting in either Sanctuary or Desert Room; please arrive
early as the class will start on time!
SUNDAY GROUP MEDITATION
5:00 PM, in the Sanctuary
QUIET MORNING
Saturday, April 30 9-Noon (Teaching is at 10:00 AM)
DEACON GAY ROMACK
ARIZONA RECIPIENT
ST. STEPHEN AWARD
FOR DIACONAL MINISTRY
With the full support of Bishop Kirk Smith, the criteria for
the St. Stephen’s recognition award were shared with all
deacons within the Diocese of Arizona. As a community,
the deacons were asked to raise up their sisters or brothers
in diaconal ministry by submitting a nomination form
complete with a description of the ministry. Three
nominations were received and the final ballot was sent to
the deacon community for their selection. Responses
were anonymous and a comments section was provided. A
sample of the comments received included:
“Deacon Gay is out and among the women in prison, a much needed
Diaconal presence and representative of the Church and Christ to
those whom many in society have written off and forgotten about. She
is deserving of this recognition.”
Every diocese elects an outstanding deacon and they will
all be recognized at the Triennial Association of Episcopal
Deacons Conference in Minneapolis this June.
Opportunities to Serve
FAMILY PROMISE - Transitional Housing for
Homeless Families
In the beginning of our long history of working with
homeless families, there was resistance. People were
fearful of having “those people” at our church. Strong
leadership and compassionate hearts prevailed and
gradually a shift occurred. Now when we host our
families and hear their stories, the hands and feet of
Christ are at work providing meals, safety, comfort, and
friendship to families who need support.
This outreach ministry requires a strong and
compassionate coordinator.
We are grateful to
Leslie Bieler for her amazing leadership in coordinating
this ministry for the past couple of years. Thank you,
Leslie, for your care and concern for the families and
volunteers.
Lorelei Lange will be the new coordinator and is already
getting organized for the next session June 19-26. Lorelei
and her husband, Judson, moved to Arizona last year
from New York and have found a home at St. Peter’s.
Thanks to all who participate in this ministry.
Deacon Gay
Calendar
Connect
Sunday, April 17
SAVE THE DATES!
Montessori Dinner Night Out, Wednesday, April 20
Ground Control, 3:00 - 8:00 PM; 15% of all purchases go
to our school! We hope to see you there.
Care Portal , May 7
Lunch at Shelley Krispin’s home for those interested in
learning more to help kids and families in need.
Summer Reading Camp at EMCC, June 13
A 2 week camp, Monday - Thursday, 8:00 -11:00 AM
$10 fee for 2 weeks. Grades K-5.
Vacation Bible School, July 11-15
Summer Math Camp at St. Peter’s, July Date TBA
Professor Sue Larsen (parishioner at St. Peter’s ) returns
with her very popular math camp for ages10-14.
Monday, April 18
9:00 AM Bible Study (Sanctuary)
Tuesday, April 19
11:00 AM Montessori Chapel (Sanctuary)
12:45 PM Montessori Chapel (Sanctuary)
Wednesday, April 20
1:45 PM Montessori Chapel (Sanctuary)
Thursday, April 21
9:00 AM Journey of Our Souls (until Noon - Sanctuary)
9:00 AM RePete Boutique open (until Noon)
Friday, April 22
9:00 AM RePete Boutique open (until Noon)
Saturday, April 23
OFF-SITE SERVICE SCHEDULE
Estrella Estates:
Every Sunday, 10:00 AM
La Loma Care Center:
Every Sunday except
2nd Sunday, 10:00 AM
The Groves:
1st and 3rd Sundays, 2:00 PM
Villa Serene:
Every other Sunday, 9:30 AM
Hacienda del Rey:
Every Sunday, 11:00 AM
For more information, or to volunteer, please contact
Patrice Cole at 425-985-8372 or pcsings@ix.netcom.com
or Gary Sawyer at 360-518-0811 or gsawyer9@cox.net.
FINANCE REPORT
SP Kids & Students
JOIN THE FUN THIS SUMMER!
Last year we had 135 children here at St. Peter’s for
Vacation Bible School, and we’re expecting a similar
number of eager young campers this summer (July 11-15).
We’ll need plenty of volunteers to shepherd groups, teach
lessons, direct games, lead crafts, etc. We need people of
all ages, with a variety of talents! Please sign up at
the SP Kids table today!
For safety and insurance purposes, volunteers must have
completed the online course, Safeguarding God’s Children,
before the beginning of VBS.
Speaking of Volunteers .... We are in need of volunteer
teachers and assistants in several of our Sunday school
classes. Please see Debbie Quick if you’d like to help.
January to March
Revenue
Expenses
Surplus
ACTUAL
$125,907
$122,999
2,908
Since we instituted the new policy of pledges without a
signature, we are monitoring closely the pledge income
and praying that this will be successful.
If you are going away this summer, please consider
paying your pledge before you leave or set it up with
your bank to auto-pay. It’s important that we all make
every effort to keep our pledge current.
Thank you,
The Finance Team
All teens are invited to come
and watch the movie
God’s Not Dead 2 on
Thursday, April 21 at the Palm Valley Theater. This activity will take the place of our regularly scheduled TNL
meeting. Any students who need a ride should be at the
church by 6:15 PM, otherwise feel free to meet us at the
theater before the movie starts. Tickets are $7.50, and the
movie is rated PG-13. For questions, or to RSVP, please
contact Deacon Michael or Selena Guzman.
Prayer List
Staff
The Sanctuary Candle Given
to the Glory of God
The Altar Flowers Given
to the Glory of God
SERVING THIS WEEKEND:
5:00 PM:
Lector: Stephen Truog
Chalice: Pat Hoover
Ushers: Joel & Kay Trammell
Prayer Minister: Sue Larson
8:00 AM
Lectors: Sarah Behof, Alex Gribben
Chalice: Alex Gribben, Jim Monforte
Ushers: Ed & Donna White
Prayer Minister: Patrice Cole
9:30 AM
Lector:: Michelle Clarke
Chalice: Jack Churchill, Barbara Connelly
Ushers: David Goodwin, Tyler Dixon
Greeters: Diana Slockett, Dan & Cindy Morse
Prayer Minister: Sue Burgess
11:00 AM
Lector: Leslie Bieler
Chalice: Aaron Mayson
Ushers: Dennis & Kathy VanMeter
Prayer Minister: Kathy VanMeter
Altar Guild:
Barbara Connelly, Caroline Wolfe,
Sharon Marvin, Dianna Slockett
Mary Bennett, Music Director
mbennett34@cox.net
Steve Boyer, Technology
stevenboyeraz@outlook.com
Gae Chalker, Rector
gdchalker@gmail.com
Lody Cooper, RePete Boutique
lodyda@cox.net
Patrice Cole, Off-Site Services
pcsings@ix.netcom.com
Jenn Cordner, Church Administrator
office@stpetersaz.com
Kim Crecca, Candidate for Orders
kdcrecca@yahoo.com
Tyler Dixon, Jr. Warden
tdixon2@cox.net
Michael Douglas, Deacon,
Pastor Student Ministries & Men’s Ministry
mdouglas7@cox.net
Mary French, Sr. Warden
mbfrench13@gmail.com
Selena Guzman,
Pastor SP Kids & Student Ministries
selenaguz@gmail.com
Shiffa Mashood, Montessori School Director
shiffamashood@hotmail.com
Karin McMillan, Montessori School Administrator
kygeiger@gmail.com
Debbie Quick, Pastor Children’s Ministries
dlquick308@gmail.com
Gay Romack, Deacon
Ghrstudy@aol.com
Holly Ruiz, Nursery Director
hveale@hotmail.com
Gary Sawyer, Off-Site Services
gsawyer9@cox.net
Linda Schlabach, Care & Prayer Ministries
lschlabach@aol.com
Ron Schlabach, Chaplain, Daughters of the King
rschlabach@aol.com
Gil Stafford, Priest & Diocesan Canon Theologian
gstafford3@gmail.com
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Office: 623-935-3279
Website: www.StPetersAZ.com
Email: Office@StPetersAZ.com