NOVEMBER 17, 2013

“Pursuing the Gospel challenge in turbulent times”

Confirmation This Sunday

Guest Preacher: The Right Reverend C. Fitzsimons Allison

Retired Bishop of the Diocese of South Carolina

Confirmation is a rite of initiation in the Anglican

tradition, carried out through anointing, the laying on of hands, and prayer, for the purpose of bestowing the Gift of the Holy Spirit. Confirmation is seen as the sealing of the covenant made in Holy Baptism. It also bestows full membership in a local parish upon the recipient. In the Anglican tradition Confirmation is a sacrament. The Rite of Confirmation is seen as a mature statement of faith by an already baptized person. Several Adults will be confirmed or received into membership this Sunday, November 17. We welcome them into the St. Philip’s family.

About Bishop Allison Bishop Allison is certainly no stranger to St. Philip's, having preached and presided over the Rite of Confirmation a number of times in recent years. He is a noted theological author and is known for his stand against the rise of moralism in the church and the necessity for the grace of God through the imputed righteousness sinners receive through the reconciling self sacrifice of Jesus Christ. He

resides in Georgetown, South Carolina with his wife, Martha. Allison was born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina. He attended the University of the South and, after having his studies briefly interrupted by service in the United States Army during World War II after which he was

discharged with the rank of Master Sergeant, he received a bachelor of arts degree in 1949. He then studied at Virginia Theological Seminary, from which he graduated with a Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1952. He was ordained deacon in June 1952 and priest in May 1953. Allison later studied at Oxford University and received the Doctor of Philosophy degree in 1956. He then taught church history at the School of Theology at the University of the South and at Virginia Theological Seminary. He served as rector of Grace Episcopal Church in New York City before being elected as a Bishop of the Diocese of South Carolina. He began service as co-adjutor of the Diocese of South Carolina in 1978, becoming the twelfth bishop in 1980. Allison retired in 1990 but has continued preaching, speaking, and writing since his retirement. Among his books are The Rise of Moralism: The Proclamation

of the Gospel from Hooker to Baxter (New York: The Seabury Press, 1966); The Cruelty of Heresy: An Affirmation of

Christian Orthodoxy (Harrisburg, PA: Morehouse, 1994); "Guilt, Anger, and God: The Patterns of Our Discontents" (New York: The Seabury Press, 1972); "Fear,

Love, and Worship" (published prior to 1972). His most recent book, Trust in an Age of Arrogance, was released in 2009. Allison's books argue strongly for Christian orthodoxy, and specifically for Christian pastors and teachers to be focused upon grace and justification by faith alone as the key doctrines of the Christian Church.

In Our Prayers

Pray for the Sick: Renée Boutan, Kelsey Brockbank, Sally Fine, Guv Gottshalk, Moultrie Helms, Anne Lesesne, Virginia Lyda, Marshall Lynch, Jeff Mullins, Jocelyn Notz, Katerina Protopapa, Pamela Quattlebaum We grieve and pray with Arthur Wilcox and family on the death of his wife, Katy Wilcox, on November 10. For our Expectant Parents: Drew and Sallie York, Howard and Jennifer Buddin, Grier and Elizabeth Allen, Dwight and Cantey Bowman We pray for our home missions—Canterbury House, Charleston Bible Society, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Our North Charleston Church plant: Church of the Resurrection—and for our world missions in Honduras and Rwanda.

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MID-WEEK REJUVENATION: HOLY

COMMUNION ON WEDNESDAY

EVENING.

Did you know that our Wednesday Evening

worship services include Holy Communion? Come join us in the church on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Joanna Macmurphy and her musicians provide the music for each service.

Won’t you join us?

Announcing the 2014

Honduras Medical Mission Trip:

Is it YOUR time to go? We’ve all heard the old saying, “If you wait for the perfect time in your life to have a baby, you’ll never have a baby!” It’s the same for going on the Honduran Medical Mission. If you wait for the perfect time to go, you’ll never go. Which means you would miss seeing the light of St. Philip’s shine in a dark and needy place…..AND you would miss the blessing of seeing the miracles the team witnesses each year. If you think this might be an almost perfect time for you, or maybe even a good enough time for you, sign up for the January 18-26, 2014, trip. Call Ken or Pat Holden for details at 216-5516.

THE RECTOR RECOMMENDS:

INNER HEALING RETREAT

JANUARY 13-15, 2014

CAMP ST. CHRISTOPHER Christian Healing Ministries, founded by Francis and Judith MacNutt, is a Christ-centered, ecumenical, non-profit organization that is dedicated to the practice and teaching of healing prayer. Judith has dedicated her life to helping those bound by hurt, pain, and trauma, that they may find freedom and wholeness through inner healing prayer. She is known and respected for her wisdom, love, and compassion. Camp St. Christopher is pleased to announced that Judith MacNutt will be at the Camp for a three-day healing retreat. The retreat will begin at 1:30 p.m. on Monday afternoon and will conclude on Wednesday with a Eucharist before lunch. The retreat will include ministry talks, soaking prayer, and personal ministry time for each participant. Conference fees are: $420 for Single Occupancy (Private) Lodge Room $720 ($360/person) for Double Occupancy Shared Lodge room (The above include fees, materials, lodging, and all meals beginning with dinner Monday through breakfast Wednesday.) $275 for Commuters (This fee includes materials, dinner on Monday, and lunch and dinner on Tuesday.) NOTE: Commuter rate is not available until after Dec. 1. Registration forms are available in the St. Philip’s Church office or you may download a registration form at www.stchristopher.org. This retreat is limited to 100 people, so sign up NOW to assure your place! Deposit of $100 is due with registration. Deadline is Dec. 15, 2013. No refunds after that date.

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Weekly Calendar

Sunday, November 17, 2013

The Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Sunday, November 17

8:15 a.m. Holy Communion ~ Church Lector: Lydia Evans Chalice: Lydia Evans, Winfield Sapp Usher: Richard Hutson Altar Guild: June Nuttall, Dottie Kerrison Flower Guild: Bee Hamrick, Mary Anne Hanckel, Marsee Lee, Pat Wardlaw, Cordes Simpson, Pam Uberroth 9:15 a.m. ADULT FORUMS Gospel of Mark ~ Brian McGreevy ~ PH Philippians ~ Haden McCormick ~ Parlor 9:15 a.m. Sunday School (Age 3 through Grade 6) ~ First Floor, Parish House Confirmation (Grade 7) ~ Tea Garden 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion ~ Church ~ CONFIRMATION

Lectors: Carroll O’Neal, Courtenay Fain Chalice: John Algar, Jerry Sifford, Doug Lee

Ushers: Drake Rogers, Clark Hanger, Fred Edson, Cam Wentz Altar Guild: Pat Wardlaw, Nancy Sifford Greeters: Ed and Elaine Pendarvis Acolyte Master: Jay Davis Acolytes: Benton Franklin, Catherine Davis, Morgan Davis, Parker Rink, John Rink, Baker Franklin, Catherine Wood, Hubert Wood 6:00 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group ~ PH Monday, November 18

5:30 p.m. Charleston Men’s Chorus ~ CR Tuesday, November 19 9:15 a.m. Staff Meeting ~ Parlor Wednesday, November 20 7:30 a.m. Bible Study ~ Tea Garden

8:00 a.m. Morning Prayer 1928 BCP ~ Chapel 9:00 a.m. Bible Study: Romans ~ Parlor 10:00 a.m. Holy Communion in the Chapel

12:00 p.m. Church open for Contemplative Prayer

12:30 p.m. Bible Study: To Live is Christ ~ Parlor 4:00 p.m. Cherub, St. Nicholas, and St. Cecilia Choirs ~ CR & Piano Room 6:00 p.m. Holy Communion, Prayer and Praise ~ Church 6:00 p.m. Adult Choir

Thursday, November 21 7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study ~ Parlor 12:00 p.m. Bible Study ~ Parlor 6:00 p.m. Canterbury and St. David Choirs ~ CR & Piano Room

Friday, November 22 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Studies ~ Parlor, Tea Garden, Choir Room 6:00 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group ~ PH

The Spiritual Journey

of St. Philip’s Church

On Sale in the Ministries Hall The books may be purchased in the Ministries Hall. Mon - Fri. from 9:30 am to 4 pm. The books are soft backs at $25.00 - no tax. Please pay by cash (exact change) or check. We cannot accept credit cards. Hurry and get your copy.

They’re going fast!

Our Gospel plant meets every Sunday at 10 a.m. in the new Water Missions International Building at 1150 Kinzer St, Bldg 1605, N. Charleston, SC 29405-1814. Resurrection Outreach for November: Thanksgiving for

the Hungry Church of the Resurrection will be hosting a Thanksgiving Barbecue Lunch for 400 folks in the North Charleston area, who would appreciate a hot meal. The event will take place Nov. 18 at Tri County Family Ministries from 10:30-1:00. If you wish to volunteer and help serve, please call Lennis Driggers at 224-1261.

Wednesday in the Word (WIW) @ Church of the

Resurrection: Exploring the Gospel in Ephesians The Bible is God’s love letter to us, and each book has a special way of expressing His unconditional love and promise for His broken people. Please join us and bring a friend for Pizza & Bible Study with Fr. Matt @ 6:30 each Wednesday in the Water Missions Building, North Charleston on the corner of Ave B North and Kinzer Street.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

UPDATE

• Pop tarts Election is this Sunday, November 17th, beginning at 9:15 in the Parish Hall! Come eat Pop tarts with Sunday School friends and vote for your favorite!

• November 17: Sign up for Christmas Pageant.

• Friday, Dec. 20: Christmas Pageant practice. Time TBA

• Frozen movie on Thanksgiving Weekend! Sunday, December 1 is the day. Watch your

e-mail for the time (be sure you are on our email list!). For more information, contact Lee Moore at contact lmoore@stphilipschurchsc.org. Are you on our

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Pursuing the Gospel Challenge in Turbulent Times The Reverend J. Haden McCormick, Rector

The Reverend Hank Avent, Assistant to the Rector • The Reverend Matthew McCormick, Assistant to the Rector The Reverend Marc Boutan, Assistant to the Rector • The Reverend Brian K. McGreevy, Chaplain to Porter Gaud School

The Reverend Dr. William P. Rhett, Pastoral Associate H. Capers Cross, Organist/Choirmaster • Jolene Hethcox, Assistant Organist/Choirmaster

Angela Clark, Director of Children’s Ministries • David Gilbert, Youth Minister

Vestry Senior Warden: David Grubbs • Junior Warden: Crayton Walters

T.J. Parsell • Miles Barkley • Guv Gottshalk • Catherine Jones • M.L. Love Suzanne McCord • Edward Morrison • James Rembert • Dexter Rumsey • Charlotte Williams

IMPORTANT

In order to help us more effectively prepare our 2014 Budget, we

need to hear from more households about their giving intentions

by returning their pledge card. Last year only 42% of the 572

families that gave turned in a pledge card.