Friday, March 28, 2008
Graduating
High School Seniors
and their Families
In our effort to prepare
for Youth Sunday, May 4th, please submit 5 pictures of you to the
church. Please put your name on the back of the pictures and put them in
an envelope in the EYC box in the church office. These pictures will be
returned to you. One must be a recent photo (like your senior yearbook
picture) and one needs to be a baby picture. The other three are your
choice. These must be submitted by April 6th. You do not need to be an
EYC member to participate in Youth Sunday. If you have any questions,
please see Katie or Bethany at 770-364-4233 for details.
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NFCC
Needs Cereal!
Thanks so much for your
recent, generous donations of dry beans. NFCC’s food pantry is now in
need of dry cereal for the clients it serves. Regular size boxes are the
best and any sort of cereal is good—Cheerios, Shredded Wheat, Raisin
Bran, Special K, Smart Start or your favorite brand. This week when you
are at the grocery, pick up a couple extra boxes for the food pantry and
place them in the basket in the Narthex. We’ll deliver them post haste!
(If you include a box or package of dry milk, you’ll get an extra star
in your halo!!)
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Worship Notes
With Lent and Holy week
now complete, we change a few things about our worship to reflect the
season of Easter, which lasts 50 days (until Pentecost on May 11th).
We’ll switch back to Rite II from Rite I, sing a song of praise that’s
filled with Alleluias and Easter hope, and in general, sing more of the
liturgy as a sign of our thankfulness and joy. The Confession of Sin
changes too—from the usual prayer to only “forgive us our trespasses as
we forgive those who trespass against us” in the Lord’s Prayer. That
change represents an acknowledgement of the forgiveness that Christ’s
death and resurrection achieved for us. Yes, we always need to ask for
forgiveness, but in the Easter season we ask for it less to acknowledge
that God has given it through Christ. Alleluia!!
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Rector’s
Forum
Serious Answers to Hard
Questions resumes after Easter for two more Sundays as we listen to
Bishop N.T. Wright address the Resurrection and discuss the centrality
of the Resurrection in our faith.
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Altar
Flowers / Tabernacle Light in 2008
With flowers returning
after Easter, please remember to donate altar flowers or have the
tabernacle light candle burn for one week in honor of someone you love.
The requested contribution for altar flower donations is $45.00, and
there can be two donations per Sunday (each for $45). The tabernacle
light donation is $10. Please be sure to make a note on the memo portion
of your check stating the date and if donation is for altar flowers or
the tabernacle light. The sign-up folder is in the Narthex.
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Adult
Confirmation Class
Interested in knowing more
about the Episcopal Church, its faith and witness? The next confirmation
class (or reception if you’ve been Confirmed in another denomination)
begins Wednesday, April 2nd at 7:30 PM. It will last for six weeks
through May 7th and meet in the conference room near the church offices.
Students will learn about the faith, history and practices of the
Episcopal Church. The next confirmation service will take place at 4 PM
at the Cathedral of St. Philip on Sunday, June 8th. Sign up in the
narthex or contact Fr. Keith if you have questions.
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Are you new at St. Aidan’s?
A four week class for
Newcomers will begin on Sunday, April 6, at 9:30 AM. The class will meet
in the conference room near the church offices. Topics to be covered
include the core beliefs of the Episcopal Church, instructions on how we
worship, and opportunities to ask questions about St. Aidan’s and how to
get involved in the life and ministry of the parish. This class will be
repeated on a regular basis throughout the year. Sign up in the narthex
or contact Clark Miller or Fr. Keith if questions. We welcome you and
hope you will join us!
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Don't
Miss The Next Outreach Committee Meeting
Please join us on March
30th after the second service in the Library for our next Outreach
Committee Meeting. We had a wonderful turnout at our inaugural meeting
but still welcome new members. Contact Betsy Jones at 404.694.6644 or
betsyjones@charter.net if you have any questions.
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Ephesians
Bible Study
Ephesians Bible Study
begins April 1 & 2: Paul wrote to the Ephesians to tell of God’s eternal
purposes of reconciliation, unity in the church, and love as an
imitation of God. Join us Fr. Rob for this seven-week Bible study using
Bishop N.T. Wright’s study guide, either Tuesday mornings at 9:30 or
Wednesday nights at 7:30. Classes will be in the library, and books are
$15. Sign up in the narthex or at www.staidans.org.
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Honduras
Mission
Please join us today as we
commission the following group representing St. Aidan's— Carole and Katy
Maddux, and Alyssa and Joey Sargent— who leave for Honduras on April
6th. Please also join us as we give thanks to parishioners Betsy
Laundon, Martha Myers, Jim Myers and Karen DeArmey who recently returned
from Honduras. Both groups are working alongside Hondurans to stretch
the contributions for labor and materials St. Aidan's sent to support
some of God's poorest children. God bless you for your work! See the
St.
Aidan's Honduras WEB link for stories and pictures from their trip
that will show just how much the prayers and financial support of our
parish mean to this vital mission.
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Lift
High the Cross - Our First Anniversary
Our one year
anniversary of our Lift High the Cross capital campaign is coming up in
just over a month on May 1. As we approach that date, please give
prayers of thanksgiving for all we have accomplished so far—like the
sanctuary renovation, the new organ, and the $280,000 debt reduction.
Also, please remember to keep your pledges current, or more
specifically, with the first third of the three-year giving cycle coming
to an end, we hope all would have been able to contribute one-third of
their total amount pledged. If you have not pledged and would like to,
or if you can make a contribution, please get a pledge card and/or
giving envelope in the narthex.
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Vacation Bible School
(VBS) June 2-6
In just 2 months, we will
convert our Parish Center into a Habitat for Humanity VBS “work site”
and learning center. You are each personally invited to join us for the
incredible fellowship experience of VBS – regardless of your age! Mark
your calendars for June 2nd-6th from 5 to 7 pm. Dinner will be served
from 7 to 7:30 pm. Friends and neighbors are welcome, too! This is a
good way to introduce them to the St. Aidan’s family.
For the past 3 years, we have hosted over 100 people each night during
our VBS programs, and we hope for another big turnout. It takes the
talents of many to host this program. Ways for you to help with our
Habitat for Humanity VBS
include: crew (group) leaders, nursery, administrative support, drama,
music, low-sensory inclusion program, outdoor games, carpentry, set up,
arts and crafts, photography/video, meal planning
(preparation/clean-up), and supply contributions.
Please contact Fr.
Keith if you have any questions. Registration forms are available in the
Parish Center or you can sign-up
online.
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JAM! is back
A new series of
rotation-based classes for our pre-K to 5th grade students begins today
and lasts until the end of April. The children (and teachers!) will
learn about the Body of Christ and how we offer our gifts to God and the
church in order to serve one another and the world around us. There is
also a Pray & Play class for 3-4 year olds. Please join us!
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EYC Sunday March 30
Come take a nature walk
with us around St. Aidan’s and we will finish by planting some shrubbery
at the cottage. Drop off at 5, Pick up at 7. Dinner will be provided.
EYC Sunday April 6
For a special Spring Break
EYC, we will go to the Braves game! Game starts at 1:35 p.m. Feel free
to bring a friend! Game starts at 1:35 against the New York Mets. The
group will meet for 8:00 service, have breakfast, and go to Sunday
School. We will leave immediately following Sunday School. Tickets and
food costs TBA. If you plan to go, please RSVP by April 3rd. PARENTS:
If you can volunteer to drive, please email us at
staidanseyc@earthlink.net.
Returns will be coordinated by cell phone.
EYC Sunday April 13
To finish off our Spring
Break week, we will have Messy Relay Games! Come in clothes and shoes
that can get dirty, and bring an extra set of clothes to change into,
and a towel that you can get dirty (ask your parents before taking the
towel!) and dry off with. Drop off at 5, pick up at 7. Dinner will be
provided.
If you can provide dinner for a Sunday night EYC, please email the
advisors at
staidanseyc@earthlink.net or see Katie and Bethany or call
770/364-4233.
SAVE THE DATE! May 4: Youth Sunday.
Please let your advisors
know if you plan to participate. The youth will be writing the Prayers
of the People, reading the Psalms, playing music, and some of our
seniors will be preaching. There will be a “Roast ‘N Toast” afterwards
to celebrate the graduation of our seniors as we send them out into the
real world.
May 18
End of the Year Pool
Party. Details to come later.
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Primetimers (50+) Shrimp Boil
Half a pound of shrimp,
sausage, red potatoes, and corn will be simmered together for you on
April 26 at 6PM at St. Aidan's in Burtenshaw Hall. (Also available
without shrimp) Some people will need to bring salads and appetizers.
Brownies, paper plates, napkins and plastic utensils will be provided.
You may bring your beverage of choice. Send $22 per person to Bonnie
Olentine, 9940 Twingate Dr., Alpharetta, 30022 ( Let us know if you want
shrimp or no shrimp). The deadline to sign-up is April 18. Cards or
games may be brought, if you wish ,for after the meal. Send your check
today! For information, please contact Charles or Bonnie Olentine at
770.446.1847 or taxi920@aol.com.
Come Join Us!
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The
Alleluia Fund
Planting new churches in
the Diocese of Atlanta, from Bishop Alexander: “Peace be with you. As
the Father has sent me, so I send you.” With these words, Jesus blesses
his disciples and sends them out, granting them peace for their journey
even in the presence of doubt. All of us who have received the peace of
Christ are also sent out to proclaim that good news. How will you help
this Easter season in bringing that peace to the world? Your gift to the
Alleluia Fund for Mission will help us to start new churches for people
who are still looking for that peace. I invite your gift this Easter
season. For more information, see the brochures in the Narthex or go to
www.episcopalatlanta.org
or call us at 404-601-5349.
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St.
Aidan’s Mother’s Morning Out Registration for 2008-2009 Continues
There are very few spaces
left. Registration Fee is $90. Classes offered are as follows:
18-24 months Tues/Thurs
9-12 $140/month
2 year olds Tues/Wed/Thurs
9-12 $195/month
3 year olds Tues/Wed/Thurs
9-1 PM $205/month
If you have questions, call the director, Bobbi Seymour at 678-520-3827.
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Camp
Mikell Summer Camp Registration has begun!
Camp Mikell is
the Diocese of Atlanta’s Camp and Conference Center in Toccoa, Georgia.
It’s week-long summer camps allow youth to meet other youth from around
the diocese, enjoy the NE Georgia Mountains, play, and build their
faith. You can find out more at
www.campmikell.com.
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The
next baptism dates is May 11 (the Day of Pentecost). See Fr. Rob for
details.
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Daughters
of the King Preparation Classes
DOK stands for the Order
of the Daughters of the King. Worldwide, it is an order for the lay (or
ordained) woman who, by the reaffirmation of the promises made at
Baptism, pledges herself to a lifelong program of prayer, service, and
evangelism, dedicated to strengthening of the spiritual life of her
parish.
The St. Aidan’s chapter of DOK has 30-plus members and meets one
Saturday per month at St Aidans. All women are welcome to attend the
meetings. A requirement to become a daughter is to attend preparations
classes. These classes run about 8 weeks. We are planning to start
preparation classes this spring.
For more information, please check out
www.dok-national.org or
ask questions of Becky Sullivan or any other Daughter. If you are
interested please contact Becky Sullivan 404-626-3156 or
rssullivan5@gmail.com . You
can also talk to other daughters at St. Aidan’s.
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St. Aidan’s Blood Drive
April 13 between 8am
and 1pm in the Bloodmobile located in the parking lot. Look for the sign
up sheet in Burtenshaw Hall.
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Please
Pray For ...
Edna Osbourne,
by Marissa Osbourne, for strength and God’s healing and
comfort
Marsha Bryant,
for comfort, strength and healing
Kaylee Jones,
friend of Daniel Bryant,
for
healing, comfort and strength
Mariane Huffstetler and family,
friends of Janet
Slaton, for peace and comfort
Maggie Paoletti,
for strength, comfort, healing and a complete recovery
Jackson Griggs, son of Tracie and Robert Griggs,
for continued
strength, comfort, and healing
Dorothy Kingsley,
for strength and healing
Jim Frederickson,
for God’s strength and comfort after the death of his
father
Anne McManes,
for strength and healing
Angie Tarr and her husband Walter,
by Linda Bowman, for
healing, comfort and strength
Edmund McGrath,
Allie Smith’s brother, for healing and strength in
recovery from illness
Tyler,
for comfort
Connie Nutter,
for strength and healing
Shirley Bearden,
Lisa Young’s mother, for strength, courage and healing
Sophie Gall,
mother of Carol Cardosa, for comfort and courage
following hip surgery
Carol Sabine,
mother of John Sabine, for strength in recovery from
illness
Martha Coggins,
friend of David Freeman, for strength and healing
Ian Mixon,
foster son of Beth and Steve Burns, for continued healing and relief
from pain
Scott Reinhardt and family,
by Marty McPherson, for healing, comfort and peace.
Albert Kline,
father of Carlotta Ford, for healing
Kim Andrews,
friend of June & Jim Grigg, for strength and healing as she battles
cancer
Tandy DeNegre,
son of Harry & Bonnie, for strength, healing as he
battles cancer
Anne MacDowell,
grandmother of Carrie Kozel, mother of Lynda Frederickson, for healing
Janet Geuter,
Lynn Oglesby’s sister, for peace, courage and wisdom.
Philip Rogers,
for continued healing
Tommy Gall,
brother of Carol Cardosa, for healing and comfort
Tom Glaza,
for comfort and healing
John Prianti,
for God’s strength and comfort
Joan Spratt,
for comfort and healing
Wyatt Barbee,
for God’s strength and comfort
Mark Ledford,
for comfort and peace
All
those serving our country at home and abroad, especially Katie Laundon,
Travis Mann, Gregory Sinnott, Eli Nagle—who is now serving his second
tour in Iraq, and
Maj. John Mac Dreska,
friend
of Timm Miller, going to Iraq after serving in Somalia and Afghanistan
on previous tours.
For
those who died and for those who mourn.
PRAYER
REQUESTS
There are several ways you
may make a request: fill out a request card and put it in the Prayer Box
in the Narthex, call the church office, visit the church website or you
may contact Camille Johnson at
camillejj@comcast.net. Prayers will be in the above list for 3
weeks and will then be removed unless otherwise requested.
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