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St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Keynotes November, 2018 

                  

Grace upon Grace   “Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those who harvest them. Make us, we pray, faithful stewards of your great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.” 

Collect for Thanksgiving Day, BCP p.194 

  Thanksgiving Day is one of my favorite holidays.  I love the fall with the cooler weather, falling leaves of color and the nostalgic harvest foods and meals of the season.  It is one of those rare holidays when I’m not working, so I’m able to travel and spend time with family living in Michigan. 

  Thanksgiving comes at just the right time of the Liturgical year too.  During the summer Sundays after Pentecost, the Gospels focus on the ministry and teachings of Jesus about the Kingdom of God.  As Advent and Christmas arrive in December we are drawn into a more introspective and reflective season.  Prophets call us to prepare for the coming Messiah.  Angles proclaim the child who will save us and the world from sin.   

  Thanksgiving Day comes between these two seasons.  It creates a sacred space between the Ordinary days following Pentecost and the arrival of Advent in December.  In that space we are able to look back on the year that will soon pass away.  We consider another year of life –another year of Grace.   Thanksgiving also provides space to contemplate the New Year before us.  Of course every year brings both good and bad.  The blessing of Thanksgiving is that we are given the opportunity to receive the gift of gratitude and to use it as a lens to look at our lives.  As we do that, we come to a deeper understanding of God’s mercies and goodness.  A spirit of thankfulness is good soul, mind and body. 

  The above collect from the Thanksgiving Liturgy reminds us to give thanks for many things and people.  We give thanks to God for food upon our table but also for those who have worked to grow and harvest it for us.  We ask God to help us be faithful in our management and care of God’s great generous provisions.  This includes not just what we have been given to meet our personal needs, but we are also to be faithful in helping others so that their needs are met as well.   

  Finally, I love Thanksgiving because absolutely everyone has reason to be thankful for something.  No matter what our religion, nationality, race or social status, God’s blessings are bountiful.  The greatest of these are free and available to all.  The air we breathe, the rising of the sun and it’s setting to name a few, are here everyday for all of God’s creatures.  Because God gives to each of us we too can give generously to others.   

  May we express our profound thankfulness to the Lord this month and may we show it not only in our prayers but also in our giving back.  In doing so, we proclaim the glory of God who is worthy of our praise. 

 

                    Faithfully, 

                    Fr. Jim 

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We will be welcoming the Saint Peter’s Dayschool students and their families to our church Sunday, November 18th. They will join us for Worship at 10am.

The very precious students of Saint Peter’s Dayschool will be singing at the 10a.m. worship service. Please join us as we sing praises to the Lord. The Dayschool would like to thank the congregation for this opportunity and for your continued love, prayers and support.

Salvation Army Angel Tree Project

Saint Peter’s will be partnering with the Salvation Army on the Angel Tree Project again this year. It is a Christmas tradition that many of us look forward to. Shopping and provid-ing for the wishes of a child is very rewarding and guides us into the true spirit of Christmas.

“And do not forget to do good and share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16

The Angel tree is up in Gardner Hall and arranged with Angel tags representing the children in need. The tag lists items the child needs and wishes for. You are welcome to do as much as you can or you may choose to provide only one item. Once the gifts are delivered to the Salvation Ar-my, the gift list will be completed with purchases made with monetary donations. (Note: the Salva-tion Army will not be providing bicycles.)

Our time line is short this year, as we will make our delivery to the Salvation Army on De-cember 1. Please select your Angel quickly and shop soon. Be sure to sign the form by the tree so we will know which donor has each angel. Gifts should be returned to the church no later than Friday, November 30. Do not wrap the gifts! However, if you would like to provide wrapping paper, the parents would appreciate being able to do this job themselves. Just bring the gifts in a bag and be sure to include the Angel tag to identify the recipient. There is a box for the gift collec-tion beside the tree.

Thank you and I guarantee you will be blessed with joy as you carry out this small mission that will mean a great deal to one child. Please call Roy or Cathy Whichard, 946-6905, if you should have questions.

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Saint Peter’s Clergy & Staff  

The Reverend Jim Reed, Rector 

946‐8151     

fr_jim@saintpetersnc.org  

The Reverend Deacon Katherine Mitchell 617‐721‐6614 katherine@saintpetersnc.org  Ms. Nanette Woodworth, Candidate for Holy Orders 

252‐565‐6282 

woodworthnl@gmail.com 

 

The Rev. Fred Clarkson, Priest Spanish Congregation 

252‐940‐1623 

fclarkson@diocese‐eastcarolina.org 

 

Doug Cutler    Organist/Choirmaster   

Vincent Holliday   Sexton   

Lex Mann    Treasurer  

Jennifer Spivey    Parish Administrator  

Whit Stroud    Christian Education Susie Taylor    Day School Director   

 

Vestry Organization  

Marcus Jones‐Senior Warden 

Picott Harrington‐Junior Warden 

Bonita Arvizu‐Christian Education 

Michael Behar‐Stewardship 

Mark Henley‐English/Spanish Mission and Ministry 

Emma Holscher‐Clerk 

Julie Howdy‐Pastoral Care 

Val Johnson‐Administration 

Sarah Ninan‐Outreach 

Catherine Pfeiffer‐Parish Life 

Bob Thomas‐Buildings & Grounds 

Hank Van Dorp‐Worship 

 

Office Hours   

Mon‐Thurs 8am‐12:30pm & 1pm‐3pm, Fri 8am‐12pm 

Giving to Saint Peter’s has never been easier! *Automatic Bank Drafts  *Automatic Credit/Debit Card Payments *Gifts of Securities *If you are over 70 1/2, consider directing all or a portion of your RMD from your IRA to the church. Please check with your tax advisor to see if you would benefit from using any of these options. If interested in any of these options, email or call Jennifer Spivey at the church office. (946‐8151, jennifer@saintpetersnc.org)  Also, anytime you feel called to give for any reason you can do so from our website via the online giving link.  Visit www.saintpetersnc.org. 

 

2019 Pledge Certificate Reminder

(It Takes a Village)- The Village is responding! Thank you to the attendees of our recent breakfasts! Fellowship and food are always great at Saint Peter’s. If you haven’t already, please remember to turn in your 2019 Pledge Certificate to the church office as soon as possible. If for some reason you have not received one or have misplaced it, please call or email Jennifer at the church office and she will be glad to help you. (946-8151 or jennifer@saintpetersnc.org)

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Please Pray For:

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to thy never-failing care and love, for this life

and the life to come, knowing that thou art doing for them better things than we can desire or

pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Book of Common Prayer.

 

Please Pray  for:   David Barillaro‐friend of Kathie Kriss, Fred Beachler–nephew of Michael Beachler,  Jock Beachler–brother of Michael Beachler, Sue Beck‐friend of Jay & Bernice Marle, Shannon Bowen‐friend of the Harringtons, Nancy Chaffee‐member, Betty Cochran‐member, The Rev. Polk Culpepper–friend of Roy & Cathy Whichard, Riffe Culpepper–friend of Roy & Cathy Whichard, Joey Duke‐friend of Pam & Ed Hodges, Gene Felton‐sister of  John Thompson, Brian Fuller  –friend of Michelle Clancy, Camden Green–friend of Janet Bradbury, Mary Wesley Harvey‐member, John Heath–brother of Ray Heath, John Keais Hoyt–friend of  Saint  Peter’s,  Cathy  Hutto‐sister‐in‐law  of  Gayle  Nadel,  Dawn  Johnston‐daughter‐in‐law  of  Sharon Johnston, Terry Leeds‐friend of Gayle Nadel, Geraldine Little‐mother of Leta Thompson, Drew Lloyd‐family member of Judy Van Dorp, Coly McCauley‐son of Nancy Hamblin, Bill McFeely‐friend of the Mitchells, Jimi Paderick–Executive Assistant to Bishop Skirving, Sarah Purvis‐friend of Peggy Hudson, Barbara Rasmussen–mother of Conoley Blake, David Roy‐brother of  Julie Howdy, Acra Samuels‐daughter of Hodges & Marsha Hackney, Pam Savage‐friend of the Marles, Danny Sleeper–friend of Fr. Jim Reed, Paul Stevenson‐grandson of  Dill  Lynch,  Linda  Strader‐mother  of  Stacey  Lynch,  Avett Wallace  Such–nephew  of William  &  Cindy Cochran, Stephanie Teal‐niece of Michael Beachler, Nena Tyndall–member, Don Vosburgh‐friend of Taylor Whichard, Anne Williams‐mother  of  Barbara  Francisco,  Jeff Williams‐nephew  of Michael  Beachler, Walt Young‐member. 

The Lay Eucharistic Ministers remind the parish that if a member is unable to attend services, the gift of communion can be brought to them. To request this ministry, please call the church office. A reminder, also, that if you or a loved one is entering the hospital or nursing home, please let the church office know. Too often it is assumed someone else has called, and the clergy are late to learn of the situation. Too many calls are better than none at all!

Dear God, We praise you for your greatness and thank you for each blessing you have given us. For the strength you give us to persevere when times are hard, we thank you. For the beauty of creation that inspires us, we thank you. For the gift of music that makes our hearts sing, we thank you. For the support of our friends and family, we thank you. For our health and well being, we thank you.

For the food we eat and the clothes we wear, we thank you. For the privilege to serve you and your church, we thank you. Most of all we thank you for your loving and loyal presence in our lives despite our lack of faith and for calling us back when we wander too far away. In Jesus’ name, Amen

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ALTAR FLOWERS FOR NOVEMBER November 4: The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and

in loving memory of Mary & Anthony Capehart, Mary & Clifford Whichard, Ashbourne Capehart Whichard, and Anthony Ashbourne

Capehart, Jr. by the family.

November 11: The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Sarah & John Campbell, Tommy Campbell, and Mary Anne & Jimmy

Larkin by the family.

November 18: The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Elizabeth Fowle and Elizabeth Fowle Carter by their children and

grandchildren. The flowers are also given in loving memory of Julian & Virginia Smith, Julian Smith, Jr., Mary Butler Todd, and Lindsay C. Warren, Jr. by Mary Todd Warren.

November 25: The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and in loving

memory of Christopher Francisco by his family.

Our condolences are extended to:

Family and friends of Sis Thornburgh and Tay Carter who died recently.

Give  rest,  O Christ,  to  your  servant  with  your saints, where  sorrow  and pain are  no  more, neither  sighing,  but  life   Everlasting. 

 

 

Prayer Team 

Contact Person:  Julie Howdy‐‐‐Please call (252)944‐6321, 24/7 Day or Night 

for emergency and crisis situations or any serious or pressing problems. We are 

here for you when you need support and the power of prayer immediately. 

New members are always welcome.   

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Help us decorate for Christmas! We are now receiving monetary contributions to cover the cost of wreaths, poinsettias and other decorations for the church. You may give these gifts in memory or honor of a loved one. Please stop by the office or mail your contributions and information by Monday, December 10th. Thank you.

  Please mark your calendars. Our annual parish meeting is 

scheduled for Sunday, December 2nd at 9am, between the two 

services. Please come and join us in All Saints’ Hall for a pick‐up 

breakfast provided by our Parish Life committee. The canons 

require that we have this annual meeting. It is your opportunity to 

participate in and learn more about the operation of Saint Peter's. 

New members will also be elected to the Vestry.  

Saint Peter's will be serving the Salvation Army again this year as "bell ringers."  We have two dates to serve:  Thursday, November 29 from 2:00pm until 7:00pm   Saturday, December 1 from 10:00am until 7:00pm.   We will be located at the"Food Entrance" at the Washington Walmart  Please sign up for this important contribution to our community! The list will be posted in the main church If you have any questions, email Laura Bliley at BlileyL@ecu.edu or you can call or text at 252‐495‐3008. 

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Help us keep in touch with you! 

Please make sure and contact the church office if you have moved, changed 

your phone number or have a new email address. 

Send updated information to jennifer@saintpetersnc.org or call 946‐8151.  

United Thank Offering

“Almighty God, I give you praise for blessing me in many ways. Create in me a grateful heart and with this gift a blessing start. Amen.”

2018 United Thank Offering Blue Box Prayer. Think about a blessing you received today. Putting money into your Blue UTO Box as you say a prayer of thanks shows you are grateful. This is Gratitude. Through your show of Gratitude combined with that of others, grants are provided for those less fortunate in our country and around the world. These grants provide some of the daily blessing and comforts that we may take for granted like; clean water, enough food, schools, comfortable homes and playgrounds. UTO has been a mission of the Episcopal Church for over 125 years. All money is col-lected and sent to the Diocese in New York where 100% is used for Grants that are awarded annually. UTO Sunday was November 11th, but there is still time to turn in your blue box. Simply drop it by the church office soon. Acknowledge and enjoy your daily blessings. Roxanne Holloman UTO Chair, ECW

ECW Christmas Tea Wednesday December 5th at 10:30am in All Saints’ Hall 

Please join us as we honor all the women of Saint Peter’s with a Christmas Tea. This will be a good time to enjoy each other’s company and exchange views and news before the Christmas season gets into its busy period.  

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Christmas at Saint Peter’s

Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24

4:00 PM Pageant & Holy Eucharist

8:00 PM Festival of Music

8:30 PM Holy Eucharist

Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25

10:00 AM Holy Eucharist, with Carols and Sermon

The Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Sunday, December 23rd at 10 am.

This beautiful service consists of nine scripture lessons, carols and anthems, and prayers. The lessons tell the story of creation and man’s fall from grace and subsequent redemption through the birth of Jesus Christ. There is no Holy Communion at this service.

The first service of Lessons and Carols was created many years ago by Archbishop Edward Benson for Truro Cathedral in England. The service gained great popularity across England and is now observed throughout the world. Archbishop Edwards originally saw this service as an opportunity to use music as a tool to get people into church that might not otherwise attend a service. That is why the lessons give an overview of creation and salvation.

Everyone, including our children, will be blessed by the beautiful music of our wonderful choir. (There will be no Sunday School this Sunday.) We look forward to seeing you Sunday morning!

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Put Christ back in Christmas!

The Christmas Honor Card Program is returning to Saint Peter's this fall. The Christmas Honor Card Program is an opportunity for Saint Peter's members to donate to one or more of six, local, non-profit agencies during the Christmas season.

For each minimum donation of $5.00 participants will receive a beautiful “honor card” featuring the chosen agency, which can be given to family members or friends as a Christmas gift. This is a convenient way to do one-stop Christmas shopping and support needy agencies in our community.

Look for The Christmas Honor Card Program table in the atrium/coffee area after the 8:00 and 10:00 services on:

November: 18,25 December: 2,9,16

We look forward to your continuing support of this important ministry.

Questions: contact Gayle Nadel 

(336-402-8402, ghnadel@gmail.com) 

Our children will act out the wondrous story of the birth of Jesus on Monday, December 24 at 4pm. All children are invited to participate in the pageant. There is a sign-up on the bulletin board outside the offices. Preschoolers may sign up to be animals. Please include your name, age and phone number. We will need adult helpers as well. The rehearsals will be held on Sunday, December 16 and Sunday, December 23 promptly at 9am in the church.

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**PROPOSED VESTRY AMENDMENT** TO BE VOTED ON BY THE VESTRY AT THE NOVEMBER 27th VESTRY MEETING 

AMENDMENT, IF PASSED, WILL BE EFFECTIVE 1/1/2019 

   

  For the past several months, the Vestry of Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church has been discussing the 

potential benefits of decreasing the number of vestry positions.  We feel that gradually decreasing from twelve 

to nine over a three year period will allow us to effectively administer the duties of the vestry and keep 

harmony with the number exiting every year.  For the next three years, we will have four members exiting the 

vestry, and only three new members coming on.  After a period of three years, we will have nine vestry 

members, with three groups of three at different stages in their three year term.  At this point, we will continue 

the normal rotation of three members exiting and three new members starting a term to keep the number at 

nine.   

  According to the canons, the job of the Vestry is as follows: “The Vestry shall act as the Trustees of the 

Parish or Mission, and shall take charge of the property of the Parish or Mission. The Vestry shall regulate the 

temporal concerns of the Parish or Mission.  The Vestry shall elect and call a Rector for the Parish and provide 

for the Rector’s maintenance. The Vestry shall keep order in the Parish or Mission.  The Vestry shall act as 

helpers to the Rector or Priest‐in‐Charge in whatever is appropriate to the laity for the furtherance of the 

Gospel.” (Title II, Canon 4, Section 7)  They go on to say that a vestry is required to have a minimum of three 

and maximum of twelve members.  We feel that we can continue to fulfill our mission with fewer positions at 

Saint Peter’s Church.   

  We feel that with two priests operating currently, as well as a highly trained and efficient staff, and a 

hard working deacon, that we lack the need for so many positions on the Vestry.  We have a few commission 

areas that have redundancy and feel that other commissions could be easily combined and run with the same 

effectiveness.  We feel that many of our parishioners would much rather serve doing ministry they are 

passionate about versus being a vestry member.  We have witnessed this first hand in the high participation 

levels in the sub‐committees formed to date.  We feel that we can streamline and combine the commission 

areas of the active vestry members, and grow and create more sub committees under these commissions for the 

work of the Lord to be done.   

  The experience serving on the vestry is remarkable.  Learning how the church runs and how the 

structure is organized, as well as being tasked to fund, safeguard, and prosper the church’s mission is amazing.  

The opportunity to serve and take ownership of our church is one that all should be exposed to and desire.  

However, we find that it has become increasingly difficult to find parishioners willing to undertake this 

experience.  For this reason, as well as the reasons previously stated, we feel it is appropriate, and will be more 

than adequate,  to move to a nine member vestry over a three year period.    

  Please feel free to contact any member of the Vestry with your comments, insights or concerns prior to 

our meeting on November 27th.  We value your input as we seek to do God’s work together.   

                  GOD BLESS, 

                  Marcus Jones, Senior Warden   

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Introducing the 2019 Vestry Candidates

Ken Hadley My wife, Aynn, and I have been married for over 36 years, during which time we were blessed with two exceptional daughters. Jenna recently married her best friend, Andrew, and teaches math to inner city youth in Boston. Kristie is a second-year resident at UNC-Chapel Hill, specializing in emergency medicine. Aynn is a retired special education teacher, and I worked for Fidelity Investments in computer software engineering for over 31 years. Twelve years ago, I was asked if I wanted to relocate from the congestion and rough winters of New England, to the mild climate and easier pace of North Carolina. My cabin fever

from long winters in Vermont was wearing on me, so we took the offer. We then toured most of the east coast and found Washington to be a perfect mix of laid-back southern

hospitality, beautiful waterways for boating, big enough to find what’s needed and small enough not to be lost in the shuffle.

Shortly after our arrival in Washington, we needed a change from the somewhat dull routine of the Roman Catholic Church to something more progressive, so we went church shopping. We knew we didn’t want the big jumbotrons and stages, but we did want a place to become more inspired by God’s teachings.

At Saint Peter’s, we found the congregation to be very friendly and Father Kevin to be a dynamic and loving pastor. After only a couple visits, we were sold on this church and immediately became active in the church community.

Aynn is the public speaker in our family and has been very involved as a Eucharistic Minister along with numerous other outreach programs. I have been an usher for several years and have actively participated in the periodic events such as “Stop Hunger Now”, “Toys for Tots”, attic sales, and yard clean-ups. I am also active with Habitat for Humanity, serving on the Board as the Loan Officer, in addition to helping build four houses.

The ministry I am most passionate about is Cursillo, a very spiritual but fun-filled three-day retreat at the Trinity Center, designed to encourage a more active participation in Christian life and fellowship.

I feel I can make a valuable contribution to the Vestry. I have a strong analytical background, and I think that I’m level headed, fair, and open to new ideas. Most importantly, I am excited to continue doing God’s work within our church and community.

Rachael Miller I am originally from Lafayette, Louisiana and moved to Washington in 2003 when my husband Brian separated from military service. We were searching for a home church for our growing family and wanted something that was welcoming, had a sense of community, and also had events for our kids to grow in their faith. We found that at Saint Peter’s and joined in 2008 right before our son, Louis, was born. I have been involved in several areas over the years and have strived to help out where needed. My main goal has always been to involve our kids in events to teach them about service to God, as well as, service to others. We have participated in Toys for Tots, Stop Hunger Now, Lenten Supper meal prep, and the Church Attic Sale, to name a

few. Brian is involved in the music ministry playing trumpet each week, Audrey serves as an Acolyte, and Louis will be starting as an Acolyte next year. I am seeking a position on Vestry to do my part to help serve this church that has done so much for me and my family. I would appreciate your consideration for appointment to the Vestry.

Katherine Howdy Tate Originally from Washington, I was baptized, confirmed and married here at Saint Peter’s. After moving away after college, I came back to Washington in 2000 with my husband, John, and two sons, John IV and William, where we have been members ever since. I taught Sunday school and worked in the nursery for many years. I am a dietitian that used to work at the hospital here in town and at the fitness center. In 2007, I started working as a diabetes educator for a pharmaceutical company and currently am working with a dialysis company. As a life-long member of Saint Peter’s, I would be honored to serve on the vestry.

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Did you know…… ……….. that Saint Peter’s partners with P.S. Jones Middle School through a national program called Bright Futures? It is a partnership between the Beaufort County Schools and the Washington Chamber of Commerce to help meet some of the basic needs of the children in our school system. In the past couple of years Saint Peter’s has helped

with school supplies, clothing needs for students, career day, teacher appreciation day and other general support. The program is off to a slow start this year but the school counselor has scheduled the first meeting for Nov. 29 at 8:30. I am looking for someone to step up and help with this ministry. It is a rewarding opportunity. If you might be interested, please give me a call and we can discuss the details. Sarah Ninan 252 721-0112

The Spanish Language Congregation has recently been organizing food sales for fund‐raising to assist families in need.  They all have been successful, and the money collected has served its purpose.  God’s grace has been and continues being wonderful to all of us. With your support in purchasing the plates, making extra donations and most of all with your prayers, you all have been a blessing to us.  So we want to express out most sincere gratitude to you. Thank you for walking with us in our journeys.  May God bless each and every one of you.  Victoria Gachuz on behalf of the Spanish Language Congregation 

A BEAUTIFUL DAY! 

Many thanks to the 20+ folks who came to the churchyard last Satur‐

day to rake, blow, weed, and generally beautify.  Encouraged by our 

mascot, Minnie Behar, much was accomplished.  A special thanks to 

Stuart Dudley who brought his equipment that allowed the job to be 

done so efficiently. 

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All Women of Saint Peter’s

Episcopal Church

are invited to

a Christmas Tea

Wednesday

the fifth of December

half past ten o’clock in the morning

All Saints’ Hall

The ECW board is hoping that all women will attend this very enjoyable gathering. It is a good way to celebrate the Christmas season. There will be good food and entertainment by our Saint Peter’s Dayschool children. Also, ECW will again be honoring our shut-ins and “ladies in their eighties or more” with a poinsettia. Please help us with our list of shut-ins. Call Marsha Hackney (946-4004) with their names and contact information. If you should need a ride to the tea, call Cathy Whichard (946-6905). Make plans to come and we will have a jolly good time!

ECW Raffle Tickets for Sale in the Atrium If you missed the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for the framed light-ed Christmas Tree and the hand-painted silk scarf at our Attic Sale, we will be selling raffle tickets again after the Sunday services on November 18th and December 2nd. The raffle drawing will take place after the 10am service on Sunday, December 2nd.

ECW Attic Sale Follow‐Up 

Thank you, thank you, thank you to our Saint Peter's Church family!  The ECW Attic Sale was a tremendous success‐ raising just over $12,000. We are pleased to announce that our first two outreach donations will go toward hurricane relief. We will be sending $1000 to both the Zion Shelter and Soup Kitchen and Trinity Center. We will continue to find and support additional outreach opportunities. The hard work of many hands allows us to do God's work in our community! 

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  Our sincerest thanks to all! 

  Many thanks to all the men and women of Saint Pe‐

ter’s who worked tirelessly to make our Attic Sale the big 

success that it was. Many thanks to all the generous donors for the many wonderful 

items that filled All Saints Hall. 

  The Bake Shop and Pantry and all its wonderful goodies was a real treat to the 

shoppers and contributed greatly to the success of our Sale. How blessed we are to have 

the support of many for this important outreach fundraiser. 

  We can’t forget to thank the young lady (not from St. Peter’s ) who was walking by 

and offered to help and worked with us all week — and our many Cypress Landing 

friends (not from St. Peter’s) who donated their time and items to support our cause. 

  We also want to extend a special thank you to all those who came on Monday after 

the sale, answering our desperate plea to help pack up and transport the remaining 

items to the Salvation Army. They were our St. Peter’s angels!! 

  The whole event was hard work but worth every effort — and the camaraderie was 

the best! 

              Loraine Babcock and Aynn Hadley 

Sack Lunch Ministry 

Saint Peter’s has been participating in the “Sack Lunch Ministry” for several  years  –  a wonderful  outreach  program which  allows  us  to provide  bagged  lunches  for  gentlemen  at  the  Zion  Shelter  on  the first  Friday of  each month.   It  is  easy  and appreciated  –  so find a partner  and  please  sign  up!!   You  can  split  the  job  and  the enjoyment.  The cost is around $40 for the 15 lunches.  Receipts may be turned in to Jennifer. The sign‐up sheet and detailed instructions are  found on the bulletin board outside her office.  We need NEW TEAMS to sign up in order to lighten the load on others.  Thanks so much!! Sallie Scales (944‐4842) & Catherine Partrick (943‐1687) 

The Cursillo reunion group will meet Sunday November 18th at 11:30am for lunch at Ribeye’s Restaurant on the waterfront.   

 

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ADVENT REFLECTION

Sponsored by The Daughters of The King

Please join us for a day of Reflection as we move into the Advent season

Mary the Mother of Jesus

Speaker: Nanette Woodworth, Chaplain Intern at Vidant Hospital in Greenville

When: Saturday, December 8, 2018

Where: Zion Episcopal Church 7322 Hwy. 264, Washington, NC

Registration at 9:30 a.m. – Program begins at 10:00 a.m.

and ends by 2:00 p.m.

Snacks and a light lunch provided

Dress casually, bring a Bible, note pad and pen/pencil

For more information please contact Roxanne Holloman 944-4951

Save the Date: Toys for Tots Mark your calendar for Toys for Tots December 13-17 in All

Saints’ Hall. Distribution Date is Sunday December 16th. Volunteer Sign Up Sheets coming soon!