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Dear Friends,
As I write this I am feeling the challenge of many things “left undone” that need to be done, of people that I really need to phone or write (or text), and in the midst of this there has been a death in the family. In pausing to breathe deeply, I find myself reminded to go placidly amidst the haste. In researching I have found that the poem, Desiderata by Max Ehrmann, is in the public domain. So, I am sharing it with you:
Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they
too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be
greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere
life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as
the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark
imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the
stars; you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is
unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to
be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy
confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham,
drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Wishing you the peace that passes all understanding, Pastor Hollis
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Youth & Family/5k Recap
Chili Cook-Off Recap
Community Outreach
Ministry News
Ministry News/Family Contact
Stewardship/Book Signing
Missionary Letter
Ministry Schedule
Life Line Screening
Ministry News
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Treasurer’s Report
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October 2017
Inside this issue:
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Sunday School:
The sounds of laughter and fun can be heard drifting down the hall during the 10:00 service as the kids learn about the parables of Jesus through crafts, songs, games and storytelling! This month we learned the Parable of the Talents, the Prodigal Son, and the Mustard Seed.
If you would like to get involved with Sunday School, new volunteers are always welcome!
Please call the church office at 970-242-3293 and talk to Becky!
Becky Vroman
I want to thank everyone for their help in making the sixth annual Spirit of the Valley 5k– Run, Walk, ‘n Roll a success. Whether you were an event sponsor, an athlete sponsor, or a volunteer– this event could not happen without you. I had the honor of being invited to rock climb at the Grand Valley Climbing gym this year with the veterans from the Recreational Therapy program. It was a great reminder that thanks to this event the Recreational Therapy program is able to get disabled veterans into the community all year long, and Cathy Do-nahoe will continue to get our support for the year. Not only is the 5k able to fund these great programs– it’s also an opportunity for community members of all abilities and activity levels to enjoy a day of competition, food, and music. Many thanks to Bill Shannon, Lizard Analytical Laboratories, for being this year’s premier sponsor, and to Nicki Inman for assisting all year and leading the race next year.
THANK YOU FOR
HELPING TO MAKE THIS A SUCCESS-
FUL EVENT
Youth & Family
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Everyone had a great time at the Chili Cook-Off! We were blessed with perfect fall weather for the event, the Bronco game was broadcasted, and the thirteen chili entries were delicious. Sue Emmerson did a fantastic job decorating- her years of working on this event showed in how efficiently she had the event organized to get judges through the lines quickly.
Congratulations to the three winners: Monroe Wren (mild), Jaime Galbasini (spicy), and Holly Smith (vegetarian)
Chili Cook-Off
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Outreach Committee Update
On Monday, 25 September, the Outreach Team packed up the clothing so generously donated by the congregation and schools throughout the valley (Broadway Elementary, Dos Rios Elementary, Wingate Elementary School, Orchard Mesa Middle School) and headed off to Candlewood Park on 32 Road for its 2nd Annual Clothing Give-Away. It was great timing! With the weather turning colder the tubs of fleeces, jackets, along with a wide range of boys and girls clothing was greatly appreciated by the residents. The staff at Candlewood Park expects over 800 folks, many of whom are in great need, to stop by over the course of the next two weeks. Any clothing not distributed to residents will be donated to Catholic Outreach. Thanks again so much for your generosity!
Not pictured Allan Conrad and Barclay Jameson
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Advent Retreat
Advent is a time for preparation and joyful renewal. We are excited to host Father Bob Seney for an Advent retreat. Father Bob feels the season of “Advent is the richest season, as it brings so many peaceful elements into our worship and lives.” You are invited to join this spiritual retreat that will be held November 4, from 8:30 AM- 3:30 PM at a beautiful private residence in Grand Junction on 24 ½ Rd and I Rd. This home offers multiple rooms for peaceful meditation and preparation for the upcoming season. We will be accepting only the first 15 people and the cost will be $15 per person. This will include breakfast, lunch and snacks. Sign-up at church or contact the office (970) 242-3293 or [email protected]
Blessing of the Animals Wednesday, October 4th
6pm at the Pavilion
We will gather to bless the animals in honor of St. Francis. All animals welcome! This celebration is also in memory of The Rev. John C. Millen, a great lover of animals. We will begin by honoring and remembering animals that have passed on, and then ask God’s blessing on each animal individually. Friends and neighbors are welcome, of course!
Artist of the Season “A Solitary Monolith” by Nancy Groenert
Pictured is a lone structure with its protruding stone just outside of Gateway, CO. It dominates all around it and shows off its majesty with both color and size. It was taken on a day trip to Gateway in February, 2017.
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Eucharistic Minister & Lector Training
Lector training is scheduled for October 1st at 9:00 AM. Eucharistic Minister training will be offered on October 15th at 9:00 AM. Please contact Deacon Rich if you are interested. [email protected]
The Next Day for Baptism
November 5th when we celebrate All Saints. If you are interested in baptism talk with Pastor Hollis or call the office (970) 242-3293
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Member Contact and Emergency Information Page Please check here if you do not want your information in the directory:______
Family members living in household Name: Date Of Birth:
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Address: Anniversary:
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Telephone numbers Name: Cell/Work/Home Phone number:
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Email addresses Name: Email address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Who to contact in case of an emergency: Name:______________________________________ Is this person local?
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Name:______________________________________ Is this person local?
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Family Contact Information
Please take a moment to update you family contact information.
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An Author Among Us Lyn Fraser is a humble soul, and like many at St. Matt’s doesn't often “blow her own horn.” We have a chance to do that for her. Lyn Fraser’s 4th book has just been published, and we are launching it here at St. Matthew’s. Let’s all come out in support!
Monday, October 2 5 PM
St. Matthew’s, Grand Junction, Colorado wine and cheese
Following the book launch, the women’s group WWJD will meet for dinner. All women are invited. Sign up at church or email Sue Van Voorhees at [email protected]
Stewardship
Join Hands!
We are coming together to support each other by pledging our support for St. Matt's for 2018. Your pledge is what allows our church to be here for all of us, and even for people we haven't yet met! Let's join together to keep our church vital!. Just fill out a pledge card and drop it off at the office or in the offertory plate, or mail it in. We'll bless the pledge cards on November 5th, when we celebrate All Saints.
2018 Estimate of Giving
Name(s): ___________________________________________
Phone: _____________ Email: __________________________
As faithful stewards of the time, gifts and financial resources the Lord has given us, I/we are blessed to pledge:
$________ Operating Budget weekly monthly annually
$________ Expanded Ministry weekly monthly annually
For a total of $ ___________ for 2018
Join Hands:Join Hands:Join Hands:Join Hands:
Together in Faith!Together in Faith!Together in Faith!Together in Faith!
Let us stand firm in the one Spirit striving together as one for the
faith of the Gospel.(Phil1:27b)
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Letter from St. Matt’s Missionary in the Dominican
Summer is always an intense time for me. The heat is tremendous and with air conditioning, a very limited commodity, it takes its toll. I remember flexibility being one of the characteristics that Peace Corps was interested in for potential volunteers. It seems to be the same for missionaries. This summer term I started with
2 classes and ended with 4. While I enjoyed the students and the classes, both additions were new to me so required more preparation and an extra day and a half in the capital every week. The pictures are students learning about plyometrics and my group in the clinical
rotation on our last day as a group. The director of the program recently left on maternity leave, though she will be checking in here and there. Please pray for her and her first child, as well as all the professors as we head into a new term the beginning of September without our director helping to put out fires that inevitably crop up.
A few years ago, God granted me the opportunity to stay in housing at the seminary during my nights in the capital, and I therefore had the pleasure of sharing a bit in the community
life with the seminarians. They were in their first year of studies then and we shared dinner and Morning Prayer regularly that year. Recently I had the distinct pleasure of joining them at their graduation. Their ordination will take place soon. Please join me in giving thanks to God for these hard-working servants who are heading into the world to spread God’s word and love to God’s people! May God bless, guide and strengthen their ministries and their lives!
Thank you for your support for this ministry! May you see God at work in your daily life!
In Christ
Cathy Cathy Donahoe is a missionary with SAMS, the Society of Anglican Missionaries and Senders. She is serving in the Dominican Republic as a physical therapist in San Pedro de Macorís and Santo Domingo.
E-mail: [email protected] Donations (checks made to SAMS with Cathy’s name in the memo line): PO Box 399, Ambridge, PA 15003. Snail mail: Apartado 587, San Pedro de Macorís, Dominican Republic 21000 website: www.cathydonahoe.net
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Ministry Schedule - October 2017
Ministers
If you have dates between November 1 and January 31, that you cannot serve, please let the church office know at 242-3293 or email [email protected].
October 8 October 15 October 22 October 29 November 5
8:00 Altar Minister Altar Minister Acolyte Lector OT/PS Lector NT/PP Usher Usher
Jim Paronto Sherry Farny Jan Smith Ken Brownlee Sherry Farny Deb McLaughlin Lucia Webster
Judy Schneider K. Roy Jones Carol Jones Marilyn Ruland Laura Mockler Marilyn Ruland Bud Smock
Laurie Kadrich Terry Farina Jan Smith Laurie Kadrich Peggy Pretti George Dunham Lynn Dunham
Jim Paronto K. Roy Jones Carol Jones Ken Brownlee Carol Jones Mary Mills Lucia Webster
Terry Farina Sherry Farny Jan Smith Rene Neal Terry Farina Dave Farny Sherry Farny
10:00 Altar Minister Altar Minister Acolyte Acolyte Acolyte Lector OT Lector NT Lector PP Usher Usher
Anna Driggs Jeanette Benson Payton Levine Jim Sidwell Casey Wren Lee Wyman Jeanette Benson Barclay Jameson Linda Jameson
Tonya Wren Ann Hays Bickhams Ann Hays Justin Day Elise Forte Brian Turco Jim Campbell
Allan Conrad Sharon Conrad Gustafsons Brian Turco Sharon Conrad Ron Kupinski Chip Newton Merrilyn Simpkins
Barclay Jameson Cora Galbasini Eli Paul Collin Blanchard Reese Blanchard Chris Parsons Linda Jameson Jim Campbell Linda Jameson
Jeanette Benson Tonya Wren Rebecka Plank Payton Levine Youth Youth Becky Vroman Merrilyn Simpkins Youth
Coffee Fo-L M-Pa Pe-Z A-Fi Fo-L
EVs Commons
Laura Mockler Jim Campbell
Barclay Jameson Linda Jameson
Cynthia Mill Anna Crickmer
Rocco DeBona Sugar Rabel
Carol Jones K. Roy Jones
Evs Home Jeanette Benson Rich Paul
Barclay Jameson Linda Jameson
Mary Mills Lois Jarre
Deb Feeley Kathy Morgan
Jim Campbell Jeanette Benson
Tellers Ron Kupinski Deb Feeley
Ann Hayes Con Litz
Jason Hughes Nancy Groenert
Don Schneider Barb Schaak
Sharon Conrad Con Litz
Altar Guild
Deb McLaughlin Jeanette Benson Joan Karp Jean Koizumi Joan Wright
Marjorie Brown Margery Fillinger Joyce Grove Carol Jones
Merrilyn Simpkins Lynne Bird Peggy Pretti Sue Sidwell Marjorie Suedekum
Mary Mills Beve Farina Dorothy Stevenson M. K. Carlson
Deb McLaughlin Jeanette Benson Joan Karp Jean Koizumi Joan Wright
Saturday Celebrant Officiant Acolyte Ps OT NT Gospel Meditation Usher Usher
October 7
Rich Paul Barb Schaak Clare DuPont Rich Paul Rich Paul Clare DuPont Deb Feeley
October 14
Rich Paul Barb Schaak Deb Feeley Rich Paul Marjorie Suedekum Rocco DeBona Sugar Rabel
October 21 Cody Moore Barb Schaak Don Aust Cody Moore Don Aust Buzzie Aust
October 28 Fr. Vern Hill Barb Schaak Spike Howard Fr. Vern Hill Fr. Vern Hill Spike Howard Lorie Howard
November 4 Fr. Vern Hill Barb Schaak Deb Feeley Fr. Vern Hill Fr. Vern Hill Don Aust Buzzie Aust
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MOSM Service Brigade - If you
need help with a project, or maybe repairs and maintenance, the Men of St. Matt’s are taking requests and are available Saturdays upon appointment. Contact Ron Kupinski at (303) 668-7453 or [email protected], or fill out a form at the back of the gathering space and the guys will get back to you.
Study of the Bible Fr. Nick Mayer’s current Bible Study class of the Old Testament will be resuming on September 12th with a new study of the Gospel of Matthew. Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM. All are welcome, no need to sign up. Please bring your bibles!
YOGA CLASS NEEDS PARTICIPANTS!
Wednesdays 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM. Yoga helps with flexibility, balance and overall health. Open to men and women, a donation of $2 - $5 is recommended. Both floor and chair
St. Matthew's Shuttle
This ministry still needs a few good men or women to drive the bus. Please contact Linda Jameson (255-1679) about joining this community outreach ministry.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE 130TH CONVENTION OF THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF COLORADO
We are seeking those who would like to donate time to support the 130th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Colorado. Volunteers are needed to provide welcome packets to delegates, answer questions, distribute convention materials, give directions, pitch in where needed, and most importantly, ensure the delegates feel welcome. Your support will help to ensure a successful convention. The Diocesan Convention occurs October 12-14 at the Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main Street, Grand Junction. Volunteer shifts run no longer than three and one-half hours. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Rich Paul at [email protected] or call him at (970) 623-1032. You can also volunteer on line at: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E49A4AB28A3FD0-130th
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St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
3888 27-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81506 Phone: 970-242-3293
Email: [email protected]
Rector: Hollis Wright
Email: [email protected]
Deacon: Rich Paul Email: [email protected]
Assisting Clergy: Nancy Angle, Bob Engels, Vern Hill, Nick Mayer, Judy Schneider & Lee Wyman
Church Office Hours
Monday thru Thursday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, and meetings with staff are available by appointment.
Finance Office Hours
Monday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday - 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
STAFF
VESTRY
Sharon Conrad Justin Day Janette Deagle
Debra Feeley Barb Schaak Nancy Groenert
Jason Hughes Con Litz Don Schneider
Parish Administrators Beth Fisher
Desiree Bougeaux
Youth Minister
Special Projects Mgr. (temp)
Justin Day
Jill Turco
Director of Children’s Ministry Becky Vroman
Music Director Richard Morgan
Contemporary Music Shannon Castañeda
Nursery Supervisor
The Evangel Editor
Jaymee Galbasini
Desiree Bougeaux
October Birthdays
10/1
10/5
10/10
10/11
10/11
10/13
10/13
10/15
10/16
10/19
10/21
10/24
10/26
10/28
10/29
10/31
Judy Wildhaber
Suzanne Williams
Sue Van Voorhees
Deborah Robinson
Gary Brown
Tabatha Kissner
Marilyn Ruland
Ann Pursell
Robbie Breaux
Mary Rosendale
Dave Farny
Betty Cosio-Avalos
Kay Atchley
Don Schneider
Kevin Bouwhuis
Richard Lair
Sr. Warden Ann Hayes Treasurer Cody Moore
Jr. Wardens Ron Kupinski
Sue Emerson
Clerk Linda Morehouse
10/1
10/4
10/4
10/4
10/16
10/20
10/26
10/28
Dave & Sherry Farny
Gary & Marjorie Brown
Kevin & Sarah Bouwhuis
Spike & Lori Howard
Richard & Marjorie Lair
Mark & Sherri Brown
Ken & Susan Brownlee
Mike & Cindy Murray
October
Anniversaries
Giving
Other Income
Expanded Ministry Giving
Total Income
Operating Expenses
Expanded Ministry Expense
Total Expense
Net Income
Treasurer’s Report August 2017
August YTD
32,985
795
7,392
41,171
36,796
7,490
38,363
-3,115
261,286
3,690
47,190
312,166
257,659
49,485
307,117
5,049