NOTE: No announcements are planned for Sunday, July 7.
ADULT FORMATION
Sunday. Join us at 10:15 a.m. today, between services in the Youth Wing for a Rob Bell NOOMA video and informal discussion. These short videos encourage us to examine our faith in new ways, and we’ll finish in time for you to get to the 10:45 a.m. service.
Wednesday. All New for July 10th
There will be no Adult Formation on July 3. We’ll begin our study of Richard Rohr’s book, The Universal Christ, on July 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Wing. For more information, including a schedule and video resources, please contact Gerri Batchelor at gerrikairos@gmail.com.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE: FUNERAL PREPARATION CLASS: While thinking of planning a funeral might not be on the top of anyone’s to do list, we all know that it will be done at some point. And if it can be done ahead of time, most find it to be a relief for themselves and their loved ones.
St. Paul’s is organizing a way for individuals and families to organize their thoughts and desires regarding final plans. Those plans can then be on file at the church and edited at any time.
Sunday, July 28 at noon, The Rev. Melanie Mudge will lead a session that will guide all to use our beautiful liturgy to have a funeral that will reflect the individual whose life is being celebrated. It has been her experience that these planning sessions are not depressing but rather a time of openness and humor.
Please register by emailing: Melanie.Mudge@stpaulscary.org. Loved ones are encouraged to come if possible. We will be providing a sandwich / salad lunch for $5.00 per person.
MINISTRY HIGHLIGHTS AND SUMMERTIME REFRESHMENTS: The Prayer Stitchers Ministry is providing refreshments following the 9:00 a.m. service today. This handiwork ministry – which includes knitting and crocheting – welcomes adults, young people, and children as participants. They enjoy prayer and fellowship as they make items for persons in need. This year they are celebrating nine years of helping, stitching and camaraderie.
There will be no refreshments next week, July 7th. We hope you enjoy a safe and happy Fourth of July holiday with family and friends.
On July 14, the Resilience Ministry and the Adult Formation Committee will be providing refreshments. The Resilience Ministry offers resources for individuals, families and communities to understand and then prevent or respond to the long-term effects of childhood adversity. The Adult Formation Committee oversees and plans a wide range of opportunities for adult education and spiritual growth on Sunday mornings and also during the week.
THE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL FOR OUTREACH: Help Wanted! We are looking for additional committee members. We need someone to manage the St. Paul’s Table, which sells handmade items donated by parishioners, and someone to coordinate volunteer scheduling. The Festival will take place on Saturday, November 9, with proceeds going to outreach. We’d love to have you join us in raising money for outreach. If you’re interested and would like to know more, please contact Sally Moller, sbm2@nc.rr.com.
ENDOWMENT BOARD FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE: The St. Paul’s Endowment Board is delighted to announce that funds are available to further St. Paul’s outreach efforts and to continue to beautify our grounds. We are indebted to those generous donors who lovingly gave gifts to St. Paul’s. Now we need to ensure that their generosity is cherished and celebrated. If you have a great idea for using these funds for an outreach project (approximately $1400 available) or a grounds beautification project (approximately $1800 available), we would love to hear from you! Endowment Grant Request forms are available on the website, or email Katie Bricio at katiebricio13@gmail.com. It is important to note that there are restrictions on exactly how these funds can be used. Please see the website for more information or ask Katie. Endowment Grant Request forms will be accepted through July 31, 2019.
NEW CHECK REQUEST FORM: If you need to be reimbursement check, please note our new due date. Requests are due Monday morning by 8:00 a.m. and disbursed by the following Monday. Check requests will be delayed if all information is not completed. Forms can be found on the website or in the Church Office in the mailbox.
OFFICE HOURS: The office will be closed this week for financial and office assistance. Priest will be available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please call The Rev. Javier Almendárez-Bautista at 919-467-1477 x12 or The Rev. Melanie Mudge at 919-467-1477 x 39.
July Office Hours are Monday thru Thursday from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
Children’s Chapel, for children ages 3 yr-2nd grade, will be held today at the 9:00 a.m. service.
YOUTH
EYC Pool Party June 30 from 4-6 p.m.: Since the weather was bad last weekend, we have rescheduled our party. We are going to celebrate the end of our programming year and welcome our incoming 6th graders. We’ll meet at Cary Swim Club to swim, play and eat some pizza. RSVP at http://bit.ly/2Wg8Rmw by July 28 to participate.
“Shake It Up Sunday” July 14 from
6-8 p.m.: We have invited our youth neighbors at Cary Presbyterian to join us, so come to the youth wing for milkshakes, games and Compline, Come enjoy a fun evening with us.