Volume IX, Issue 1 January 2016

...a community of disciples passing on God’s love to all.

In this issue

January Highlights: ‘Choices Are Good’

Holy Baptism

Diocesan Convention

Cathedral Choir School

Visitation

Quarter Auction What is it and how do I join

the fun?

Stuff-A-Backpack

with TLC

Day School News: 60th Anniversary News

Alumni Search

Hosting NKAD

Plus: Sneak Peek Calendar

Inclement Weather Notice

Learning About Epiphany

Many Ministries at St. David’s

...and much, much more!

2016 Diocese of Delaware Convention [This article was penned by our Rector for publication in the January edition of the Diocese of Delaware’s news-paper, The Communion. This is a welcome to all in the diocese as Saint David’s hosts this year’s Convention.]

T he last time Saint David’s hosted a diocesan convention was just over forty years ago in

1975. Christmas wish lists included “pet rocks” and a new electronic game -- “Pong” (made by Atari and sold exclusively at America’s premier retailer, Sears). The movie Jaws was ruining summer vacations. Gas prices rose to an astounding 57 cents a gallon because crude oil topped $13 a barrel! Betamax and VHS videos were introduced allowing us to record episodes of our favorite TV shows like “All in the Family.” Meanwhile, 8-track cassettes allowed us to enjoy musical talents of The Captain and Tenille, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, and Earth, Wind, and Fire! Back then the “new” Prayer Book was only a pro-posal and female priests were being “irregularly” ordained. The Diocese of Delaware was caught up in the excitement of welcoming our newly elected diocesan bishop, William Clark.

Now after all these years, the clergy and congrega-tion of Saint David’s look forward to hosting this annual gathering for a second time as we anticipate greeting our fellow Episcopalians from across the great state of Delaware. Representatives from all our congregations and communities will gather January 29th and 30th at the Embassy Suites Hotel

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Cathedral Choir School to Visit in January Sunday, January 24, 2016 At the 10:15 am Service

The Cathedral Choir will be the guest of St. David’s on Sunday, January 24 at the 10:15 am service to help us celebrate the Season of Epiphany! After the dust has settled from Christmas and the New Year, let us come together and savor this musical gift. Save. the. date.

Diocesan Convention Training Save-The-Date There is a mandatory meeting for all volunteers & participants from St. David’s for the Diocese of Delaware 2016 Convention. This training will take place at St. David’s following the 10:15 am service on Sunday, January 24th, 2016.Please, make every effort to be on time for this meeting, located in the Memorial Room.

in Newark, to conduct the so-called business of the church: to elect people to various servant leadership posts, to empower our common ministry through the approval of a budget, to hear updates on various ministries, etc. Maybe best of all, we will also have opportunities for social time and for worship as we explore the convention theme “Developing a Culture of Generosity.”

So much has changed in the years since last we hosted but Saint David’s continues today as it was way back when – a parish and preschool where disciples of all ages are welcomed and encouraged to grow in faith, hope and love.

We are looking forward to continuing the unchanging tradition of host parishes helping to make convention a warm, welcoming, and memorable time for the diocesan family. We are eager to greet you at the registration table in the hotel lobby and to pray beside you in worship. We also hope that you will accept an invitation to stop by our display table to learn more about the programs and ministries of our parish and pre-school. We are glad to be among you and to be your host parish. -Brad Hinton

All members of St. David’s are welcome to participate at Convention worship. Look for a worship schedule on the bulletin boards. We’d love to see you!

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New Discussion Groups in the New Year Second Semester Sunday School and Discussion Groups begin on Sunday, January 10th. Three classes will be offered for adults: “The God We Can Know,” “Believing Is Seeing,” and “Know the Right Thing to Say.” Reserve your spot now on Sign-Up Genius. Links are found on the St. David’s homepage:

stdavidsde.org

Inclement Weather Saint David’s rare-ly cancels Sunday services. Please, let common sense be your guide when deciding on whether or not to

come to worship when we have extreme weather. In case of inclement weather, please check the website or call the church for information about cancellations, 302-475-4688, Option #3.

Prayers for January Baptisms We will welcome three new people into the Family of God at the 10:15 am service on January 10th. Please, keep Michael O’Donnell, Lorel Steinour, Elsie Zimmerman, and Henry Zimmerman in your thoughts and prayers as they prepare for Holy Baptism.

Youth Group Lock-in! Batten down the hatches! The Youth of the parish have scheduled a lock-in starting the evening of January 23rd and continuing on to the morning of the 24th. Teens should plan on meeting on Saturday evening at 6 pm in the Great Hall. We will, eat, play games, watch a movie and worship together the next day! More infor-mation will be sent in a few weeks! We thank the members of the congregation who helped us raise $315.00 for the Family Promise Homeless Program.

~ Leah Rowe Youth Minister

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Quarter Auction

Vendors: Jamberry Nails, Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay, Tupperware, Dove Chocolate, Origami Owl, Silpada, Designs by Chris, Perfectly Posh, and many more...including donations from community businesses!

Saturday, February 6, 2016

Location: St. David’s Episcopal Church 2320 Grubb Road Wilmington, DE 19810

Time: Doors open at 1pm Auction starts at 2pm

Cost: $7 in advance = 2 paddles, $7 at the door gets you 1 paddle Additional paddles, Food and Beverages available for purchase

Contacts: Gus Mercante 302-588-1501 OR gourmetgus@gmail.com

Justin Bartels 302-588-4770 OR justinbartels@hotmail.com

QUARTERS IN! PADDLES UP! You can bring quarters with you or you can buy $10 rolls at the event.

How does a Quarter Auction Work? Upon arriving you will receive/purchase a numbered paddle. Auction items

will be displayed with a bid price of 1, 2, 3 or 4 quarters. As the items are presented, if you want to bid, you place the bid amount in the basket provided

and hold your paddle in the air. If the auctioneer picks your paddle number from the bucket of numbered balls, YOU WIN the item, walking away

with an AMAZING product for no more than $1!

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Epiphany: The Season of Light Epiphany, from the Greek word epiphaneia, means an appearance or manifestation. Christians celebrate this festival each year on January 6, the 12th day after Christmas. Epiphany ends on Ash Wednesday, when Lent begins. Epiphany marks the coming of the Magi, or wise men, to worship the baby Jesus. Because the Magi were Gentiles, Epiphany symbolizes the first recog-nition of Christ by non-Jews. It’s a reminder that Christ came as the light — and Savior — of the whole world.

The traditional color for Epiphany is green, indicating life, growth, hope and eternity. Symbols for the season include a light, candle or star; a crown or three crowns; three gifts; and a globe. In the modern church, Epiphany has become time to focus on reaching out and “showing” Jesus as the Savior of all people. It’s also a reminder to engage in Christian community and to heal divisions among God’s children.

Christian Witness from Great People of Faith January 2016: Excerpts From a Sermon by Leo the Great The day on which Christ, the Savior of the world, first appeared to the Gentiles is a great day of celebration for us all. In our hearts we should be experiencing those same joys which the three Magi first felt when, urged on by the sign and leading of a new star, they fell down in worship before the visible presence of the king of heaven and earth, in whose promise they believed. Although this feast celebrates an event which took place many years ago, we are not simply commemorating an episode which has been handed down to us from the past. Our bounteous God is giving us the same gift now.

The gospel records the circumstances in which these three men, who had no previous knowledge of the Jewish prophets or law, came from the remotest regions in the East to acknowledge the true God. But we see the same thing occurring before our eyes in the way in which people from far and wide who have been called by God, are receiving the light of faith. The prophecy of Isaiah is being fulfilled among us: “The LORD has bared his holy arm in the sight of the nations, and all the nations of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.” And again: “those who were not told of him shall see, and those who had not heard will understand.” We are seeing people who have only a worldly kind of knowledge and who are far from belief in Jesus Christ, being led out of the darkness ……to acknowledge the light. There can be no doubt that the splendor of God’s grace is at work among us; and whatever new light shines in their darkened hearts is coming from rays of that same star which lead us all to the worship of God.

The gifts the Magi first brought to Bethlehem are still being offered by all who come to Christ in faith. When we acclaim Christ as King of the universe we bring him gold from the treasury of our hearts; when we believe that the only-begotten of God has become one with our human nature, we are offering myrrh for his embalming; and when we declare him equal in majesty to the father, we are burning the incense of our worship before him.

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Stuff-A-Backpack with TLC February 7—February 22

On February 7 the Outreach Committee will begin collecting “stuffings” for our Stuff A Backpack with TLC project for Foster Children. We need backpacks as well as stuffings and will designate each backpack by gender and age group as to who will receive them. When shopping, consider how your items will bring comfort to a child who has been removed from his/her family. Feel free to include something you believe a child would appreciate even if it isn’t listed below. These backpacks are more a “care package” rather than school supplies, although a few school supplies are likely needed.

If you would like to be part of this project, bring your purchases to church by February 28 and place them in the bins located in the narthex.

Many thanks, The Outreach Committee

Backpack Comb and brush

Toothpaste Toothbrush Washcloth

Water Bottle Lotion

Lip Balm Socks

Notepads Body Wash

Crayons Sketchpads Shampoo

Something Special Bottled Water

Food Treat

Tissues Stuffed Animals

Nightlight Disposable Razors

Shaving Cream Snacks

Tampons Deodorant

Pens, Pencils

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5. Toiletries Grocery stores are great about donating surplus or unsold food, but they have no reason to donate toilet paper, tooth paste, soap, deodorant, shampoo, etc. Food stamps often don’t cover these.

6. Canned meats and jerky. This isn’t true of all food banks, but some struggle to give users enough protein.

7. Crackers and tortillas. They don’t spoil and everybody likes them.

8. Baby toiletries. Diapers, baby wipes, baby formula, baby shampoo, baby soap, baby food, bottles, etc.

9. Socks. From a former homeless person: “Socks mean the world to you. They keep you warm, make you feel like you have something new, and just comfort you.”

10. Canned fruit… ...other than pineapple. Food banks get a lot of pineapple donated. Their clients love it when other kinds of fruit are available.

And remember! Food banks love cash donations because it allows them to buy whatever they need!

Ten Things Food Banks Need, But Won't Ask For Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren’t essentials, the staff doesn’t publicly ask for them. A survey on Reddit.com asked volunteers what items people would be most appreciative of and we’ve listed the top 10 below. If you’re looking for an easy way to help out, pick some of these up while shopping and drop them off at one of our area food banks.

1. Spices. Think about it. People who rely on the food bank eat a lot of canned food, rice, oatmeal, white bread, etc. They love spices. Seasoned salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, oregano, basil and so on.

2. Feminine Products. Can you imagine being worried about affording these? Pads, tampons, panty liners, etc. Recommended: Buy in bulk at Costco for donating.

3. Chocolate. People don’t need it, but think about being in their shoes and how nice it would be to be given a chocolate bar or brownie mix along with your essentials.

4. Soup packets. Sometimes you look at rice, beans, instant potatoes, and cans of vegetable and think, “What do I make with this?” Hearty soup is a complete meal.

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Day School News - January 2016 Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New

January Calendar 4 Staff Meeting, 6:30 pm 5 CPR & First Aid Classes, 6 pm 6 Chapel, 9:05 PTPA Meeting 60th Anniversary GALA Planning Meeting, 10:30 7 Registration opens for 2016-2017 school year* 12 Animal Educator Scott Vogel Visits rooms 1,2,6 NKAD Meeting, 6-9 pm 13 Scott Vogel Visits rooms 1,3,4,5 14 Chapel, 9:05 PTPA 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Preschool Closed Extended Care Open School Board Meeting, 7 pm 20 Chapel, 9:05 27 “Animals in Winter,” rooms 5, 6 28 Chapel, 9:05

*Registration Begins! That’s right – registration for our 61st school year begins this month. Our Board of Direc-tors establishes the tuition and other fees. Current families register first, beginning on January 7th. Priority is then given to parish-ioners, siblings of alumni and children of alumni on the waiting list, before opening to the general public. Our Winter Open House is scheduled for Sunday, February 14th, from 1:00-3:00 pm.

Calling All Alumni!

Did you come to St. David’s Church because your child or children attended St. David’s Day School? We are compiling a list of alumni (and their parents or grandparents) to make sure that they know about our 60th Anniversary Gala that is just four months away.

A sampling of the things we’d like to hear about: Where did they go on to college Where do they live now? Who are the doctors and lawyers among

them? Any published authors? Anyone inspired to be a teacher because

of their days at St. David’s Day School? Who owns a successful business? What is their (or your) fondest memory

of St. David’s Day School?

Our planning committee wants to feature them during the Gala – to showcase their memories and accomplishments. Look for the short survey in the bulletins later this month and in the February Glad Tidings and return it to the Day School office.

And be sure your calendar is marked to join in the celebration on Saturday, April 9, 2016 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm in the Great Hall!

Birthday Wishes Happy January Birthday to Shari McAllister!

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Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New Year! Happy New

St. David’s Day School to Host NKAD On Tuesday, January 12, 2016, our school is pleased to welcome local early childhood professionals for an evening workshop. The NKAD (Nursery-Kindergarten Association of Delaware) was formed in 1963 to provide promote high standards among preschools. Today it is an organization in which members can participate in the sharing of ideas and/or concerns. Several professional meetings take place during the school year at member schools throughout the state, to provide an opportunity for professional growth and development.

All of our classrooms will be open for our peers from other preschools, daycares, family home care programs, and schools to view our room arrangements and materials. Following the classroom time, attendees will gather in the nave for a two-hour workshop (which fulfills Delaware’s professional development requirement for early childhood educators).

Day School

Diamond Jubilee

The GALA Committee is now seeking donations of goods and services for the SILENT AUCTION and raffles which will

take place at the 60th Anniversary GALA on Saturday, April 9th in our Great Hall!

Donations from local businesses, restaurants, retailers and independent

businesses are welcome! This is also an ideal way to make good use of that

appliance you received for Christmas but it was not on your wish list!! You can share

a hobby (cooking lessons, a hand-made blanket, an array of herbs).

We’d love to have a beach house, mountain cottage, or a week in your

timeshare to auction off! Speak to me, Father Brad, or any of our Board

members for more information! Look for ticket sales to begin in February!!!

— Save the date! —

Saturday, April 9, 2016

Book Fair Thanks! A huge thank you to all who purchased books at the Scholastic Book Fair last month. It was a big success, earning over 1600 “Scholastic dollars” for the teachers to spend on books and other learning materials for their classrooms.

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Introducing Nich Orlando—St. David’s First Choral Scholar

Nich (pronounced NIK) is a freshman Music Education Major at West Chester University. His primary instrument is voice and sings in three scholastic ensembles: Mastersingers which is a large choir, Chamber Choir which performs mostly Madrigals and pieces from the Renaissance, and also High Street Harmonix which is an all male a capella group.

Nich grew up in a non-denominational church which recently merged with Willowdale Chapel out of Kennett Square. He’s attended the same church with his family for 15 years, but is excited for this new opportunity in his journey.

Welcome, Nich!

Christmas Pageant Thank You A hearty THANK YOU to all those who helped make this last year’s Christmas Pageant so successful. The children retold the story of God come down to us, the parents offered support and food and photography, and the leadership offered guidance and talent. A special thanks goes out to all who helped clothe, feed, and herd the ‘sheep.’

Thank you, as well, to all those who help throughout the entire year who help ‘tell the story’...the story of the Grace and Love of God, told through the person of Jesus Christ. We are blessed with children, we are blessed to care and nurture them. Again, many thanks.

-Kathy Hanna Children’s Minister

Milestones & Transitions features updates about that which is happening in your lives: graduations, retirements, changing jobs, moving/change of address, birth of a child/adoption, going off to college...all those major things that the community would want to know about and lift up in prayer for God’s blessing. If you have an item please contact the Parish Office at 302-475-4688 or email at stdavidschurchoffice@verizon.net .

Fern Bunting, longtime choir member will be moving to Maryland to live with her daughter, Dawn. We give thanks for her lovely voice and quiet, faithful presence in the choir. We look forward to visits whenever possible! Her new address will be: 185 Springfield Drive, Northeast, MD 21901. She will keep her cellphone number: 610-764-8524.

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Attention VANCO Pledgers If you changed your pledge amount for 2016, be sure to fill out a new form, which is available in the lobby on the table.

Vestry Highlights At its December 14, 2015 meeting, your Vestry . . .

heard from Treasurer Karen Olmstead that pledge income for 2015 down for the year.

approved the 2016 budget, which reflects both a lower funding stream than in previous years (loss of Cricket rental, change in pledging units); and trimmed expenses with what is hoped will be minimal impact on programming.

discussed and approved 2016 events like the Diocesan Convention, Cathedral Choir School visit, the Day School 60th Anniversary Gala, and the change in the Annual Meeting date.

Respectfully submitted, Janet Leishman, Clerk of the Vestry

The Gifts for Stewardship

“For minds to think, and hearts to love, and hands to serve, we thank you, Lord.”

(BCP, p. 837)

The start of a new year is a time for looking forward, for defining our goals, and perhaps even for making resolutions. It prompts us to clarify what we seek to achieve and how we might help others in the months ahead. If we had any doubt, the Litany of Thanksgiving reminds us that God has given us all we need to be good stewards. Each of us can serve with what we’ve been given. We just need to start.

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‘Only’ Is Enough God is not looking for

the best qualifications, best ability, best charisma, best

prospects type of people — not that he

would turn down these sorts automatically,

because it’s also true that some of the most

gifted people in our society have also been

some of God’s best servants.

But that is a coincidence and not

a requirement. I think that is because God knows that the vast majority of men and women fall into the

“I am only” category. But only is enough with God’s help, and it would

amaze you what God can make of them.

Alastair Symington

Spring 2016 “Sneak Peek” Calendar January 10 Choices Are Good—Session 3 Discussion Groups

and Sunday School Begins

10 Holy Baptism—10:15 am service

24 Cathedral Choir School Visitation—10:15 am

February 6 Quarter Auction

7 Patronal Feast of Saint David

9 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

10 Ash Wednesday Liturgy—7:00 pm

14 Day School Open House

21 Choices Are Good—Session 4 Begins

March 13 Daylight Savings Time Begins

20 Holy Week—No Committee Meetings

20 Palm/Passion Sunday (8:00 & 10:15 am) Last Day of Sunday School

24 Maundy Thursday Service—7 pm

25 Walk to Easter—9 am

25 Good Friday Service—7 pm

26 The Great Vigil of Easter—8 pm with Reception to follow

27 Easter Day (8 & 10:15 am services) with Easter Egg Hunt to follow

April 9 Day School 60th Anniversary Gala

10 Day School Sunday

May 1 Rogation Sunday

1 Annual Parish Meeting

15 Pentecost Sunday—Memorial Day Wknd.

22 Trinity Sunday

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Words of Wisdom

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”

—Martin Luther King Jr.

Chrismon Tree on Display until January 6 (the Feast of the Epiphany) Be sure to take a few moments after worship to view the Chrismon Tree located in the Main Lobby across from the Bulletin Board. On it, you will find all kinds of ornaments, each with its own Christological symbolism. Members of St. David’s handcrafted these ornaments over several years. Enjoy.

Glad Tidings! Is published monthly by

St. David’s Episcopal Parish 2320 Grubb Road / Wilmington, DE 19810 302.475.4688 / www.stdavidsde.org

The Reverend Brad Hinton, Rector Steven Weatherman, Publications Editor

Articles to Glad Tidings! may be submitted via email to stdavidschurchoffice@verizon.net. The deadline is the 15th of the each month. The Editor reserves the right to edit for content and space.

I Am Your Church Office!

I am open Monday thru Thursday

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

302-475-4688 stdavidschurchoffice@verizon.net

Please call or email me:

When you want to add someone to the prayer list.

When you or a member of your family is in the hospital.

When a new baby arrives in your family.

When you lose a loved one.

When your home or business phone changes.

When your email address changes.

When you are planning to move - locally or out of town.

When your class or group needs meeting space on the calendar.

I am here for you.

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Christmas Cheer Thank You Many thanks go out to Andrea Kane who organized another lovely between service reception on Christmas Eve! It was so good to take a few minutes and enjoy the company of our St. David’s family on that holy night…along with a few tasty treats, as well. May the good feelings continue well into the New Year!

Many Ministries at

Saint David’s

Let us remember and give thanks for the many ministries at work in this parish. Each of these ministries does not happen by itself. Many faithful people, such as yourself, make it all happen. We make up the Hands of Christ. If you are interested in taking part of any of these ministries, please speak to the coordinator listed.

Altar Guild/Sacristans – This group of people attend to the worshipping community’s needs by preparing the books, vessels, wine, and worship space adornments. Amy Harra

Bread Bakers – This faithful group of people bake bread for the celebration of Holy Communion during the 10:15 am service. Janie Jersild

Ways and Means – This committee dreams up new and entertaining ways to raise funds for daily operations and program-ming. These are the people that bring you the Annual Pig Roast! Bruce Owens

Cooks for Emmanuel Dining Room – This band of early risers gather to cook a hot meal for the homeless at 8:00 am on the 26th of each month in the Great Hall Kitchen. The casserole is delivered to the Ministry of Caring in Downtown Wilmington. JT Walton

Thank you for supporting our Foster Child and Senior Christmas gift program. The wrapping party really began on Sunday, December 6, when the Outreach Committee met to organize and separate all the gifts you so generously donated. It continued with "volunteers" who put together the donated bikes and with the shoppers who went out on Monday to buy the gifts not chosen from the poster. Around 25 of Santa's elves arrived on Wednesday, the 9th and began wrapping well over 200 gifts. Some of the elves even brought their families. Before long the Memorial Room was filled with Christmas music and the chatter of happy elves as they went about their work. Pizza, cookies and holiday cheer was enjoyed by all. A big thank you goes out to all of you for making this program such a success. Your donation of gifts, money and time will make Christmas extra special for a foster child or a senior.

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Please call the Church Office to put someone on the Prayer List or to remove a name from the list. Each person on the

list remains there for one month unless the office is notified that an additional month is desired. The name is read during Intercessory Prayers in worship the first week of the listing. We remember these people in our prayers and in our hearts.

Stewart Taub Karin Fang Sam Bell Carol Clark Karen Bayless Tom Juranich Merritt Tilley Renee Tilley Torben Kai Hsu Gladys Frick Robert Girard Carolyn Luttrell Jane Britton Morgan Brown

Kay Bennett Olivia Kirby Thomas Grace Ellen Clark John Van-Catledge Rachel Markowitz Bill Waid Kate Reynolds Sheila Coffin Charlie Courtney Hugh Bryan Joyce Kent Joan Reynolds Drew Heal Kitty Price

Betty Long Andrea Matheny Antonio José Ribeiro Marcia Wight Carissa Krawchuk Carron Ingham Joan Chadbourne Courtney Behl Mike Short Eileen Hubbard Margaret Blasucci Kenneth Walden, Jr. Lee Kefauver Ingrid Kefauver

In Our Thoughts & Prayers

1 Julie Shehan 2 Hank Dowdy 3 Sarah Siegel 8 Christopher Hanna Anna Winslow 10 Drew Wilson 11 Tim Brislin Chris Logullo 12 Gavin Cassidy 14 Caneel Blasucci 15 Andrea Kane

18 Glenda Ruggiero Graham Wright Louisabella Yovino 21 Carolyn Backus 22 Chris Frick Kathrine Hanna 23 Leila Mulveny Kathy Young 24 Matthew LeGrow 25 Holly Osman Laurie Schall

26 Anne Harra Nathan Hoernemann Carolyn Manion 28 Deva Scheel 29 Christopher Olmstead Marty Verderame 30 Licinia Kaliher Liz Wehle

Ben Tulgen Bret Peltier Josephine Gardner Misty Kern Sharon Doogan Jane Bordzol Patty Curette Paul Jasionowski

Deceased Joe Thompson Richard Anderson Owen Bradford

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Plant a Notion "Going Green" doesn't have to be a daunting task that means sweeping life changes. Simple things can make a difference. The suggestions that appear in this feature during 2016 (and possibly beyond) might not be new, but they bear repeating.

Sometimes it takes a few reminders for things take root. What can we do to be good stewards of God’s creation?

Wash in cold or warm If all the households in the U.S. switched from hot-hot cycle to warm-cold, we could save the energy comparable to 100,000 barrels of oil a day.