News & Events from St. John's

ST. ANDREW & ST. JOHN

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

EVENTS & NEWS

April 28, 2016

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

 

Sunday, May 1, 2016

Sixth Sunday of Easter

9:00 a.m. – St. John the Divine

Hymns:

All Creatures of our God and King (400)

Christ for the world we sing (537)

Savior, again to thy dear name (345)

All things bright and beautiful (405)

 

Scripture:

Psalm 67; Acts 16:9-15; Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5; John 14:23-29

Celebrant: The Rev. Timothy Fleck

Usher: Karen

First Lesson/Psalm/Second Lesson: Michael

Prayers: Candace

Chalice and Acolyte: Sandy

Altar Guild: Joan

Vestry Member in Charge: Michael

 

Weekday Holy Eucharist—Thursdays at 12:00 noon

May 5 -- Ascension

 

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The Rev. Timothy Fleck, Rector (207-812-8362)

The Rev. Kathleen Killian, Assistant Rector (718-775-6069)

Stephen Sampson, Music Director

Michele Daley, Parish Administrator (244-3229)

Sr. Warden, Bunny Watts (244-3699)

Jr. Warden, Rita Redfield (244-4025)

The Church Office is open Tuesday through Thursday

 

Mother Kathleen is now taking her sabbath day on Monday.

She will be in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday;

Friday, available by appointment.

 

 

 

        

 

 

St. John:

SUNDAY FORUM – 10:15 a.m. – May 1 – What is Our Mission, and Do We Choose to Accept It?  What is Mission?  Is it the same as Outreach?  Evangelism?  What is our Mission as the church, as this church?  In this place?  An open conversation let by Fr. Tim.

 

Meditation on Thursdays at 4:15 at St. John’s. Please join us for 30 minutes of shared silence and “prayer of the heart,” an ancient meditative practice of the Christian tradition. All are welcome! We meditate sitting on chairs, though if you prefer to sit on the floor, feel free to bring a mat or cushion. If you are new to meditation, have questions or concerns, or would like more information, please contact Mother Kathleen. 

 

Mother’s Day: The Flower Guild is asking for donations for flowers on Mother’s Day. If you would like to make a donation in memory of your mother or significant mother figure, please sign up on the sheet in the undercroft.

 

Yard Sale Update: Please note the 3rd Annual Yard Sale, at St. Andrew’s, is now on Friday, June 3 and Saturday, June 4 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00p.m. both days. We are still asking for donations to make this another fabulous sale with lots of great treasures.  Everything will be “Make an Offer” unless you let us know otherwise.  The basement is open and tables are up and ready to receive your fine merchandise.  As usual, please no books, electronics or clothing. If you would like to volunteer to help set up, we will be scheduling dates for that in late May.  We also need a happy sales team to work the days of the sale.  Give a call if you would like to help! Thank you, Jayne Ashworth (244-5985) and Barbara Campbell (244-9087)

 

NET TENDER DEADLINE – SUNDAY, MAY 1^ST

 

St. Saviour:

The Caregiver's Support Group meets in the Rectory Library from noon until 1:30 on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. It is open to all local residents who are involved with the care of a loved one in their home or at an institution.

 

Church of Our Father:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Wednesdays at 1:30 in the Parish Hall.

 

Spring Cleaning?? The E.C.W. is now collecting items for the “Waste Not, Want Not Thrift Shop” for the 2016 season June opening. Our little Thrift Shop is an important ministry in our community. We welcome donations of good clean clothing for all ages, household bedding and fine linens, decorator pillows (popular), yarn and glassware collectables for the Knick Knack Corner. Please leave donations in the Parish Hall or Thrift Shop.

 

St. Mary & St. Jude:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

 

Community:

 

The YWCA is holding a public Stand Against Racism in Bar Harbor on Thursday, April 28^th to take a stand against racism in any form.  As part of a national movement we join our sister YWCAs to come together for one day to say that racism is not acceptable.  We are trying to get the community involved and raise awareness on an issue that affects many.   This is a very low key affair and is a great introduction to standing up for what is right for all.  We will be meeting at the Village Green at 3:30 after school gets out to hopefully encourage more participation from the schools and the community. If you have any questions please feel free to call me at 288-5008 or email me at abby@ywcamdi.org.

 

Alcyon Center, Seal Cove, a center of spiritual experiences for body, soul and spirit:

Meditation/Silent Sit:  Mondays (please call ahead) Time:  1:00-2:00 pm with 20 minute sit; 5 minute silent walk; 20 minute silent sit

May 6 – Quiet Day – open to all (a period of silence from 9:00 am to noon; lunch with conversation, noon to 1:00 pm; silence 1:00 to 4:00 pm)

May 6 – Soul Friends, a gathering of women for contemplation, discussion of a specific topic through poetry, literature and personal experience and reflection - 7:00-9:00 pm

May 4 –   Bible Reconnaissance – open to all – an in depth approach to Bible study, concentrating on John 17:20-26 – 3:30-5:00 pm

May 11 – Bible Reconnaissance – open to all – an in depth approach to Bible study, concentrating on John 14:8-17 (25-27) – 3:30-5:00 pm

May 23 – Bible Reconnaissance – open to all – an in depth approach to Bible Study, concentrating on Mark 14:12-16 – 3:30-5:00 pm

May 16-20 - "My only me is God", a classic contemplative prayer intensive:  sitting in silence, a daily talk, time for rest and individual conference lead by Martin Laird, author, professor at Villanova, Augustinian brother.  

For more information and directions go to our website at alyconcenter.org; phone (207) 244-1060; email:  office@alcyoncenter.org; write PO Box 40, Seal Cove ME 04674.

 

Touch-A-Truck: One of the major fund-raisers benefiting the Westside Food Pantry is the Touch-a-Truck event, this year to be held at T. J. Maxx in Ellsworth on Saturday, May 14.

This is a new location at the Mall on Route 1.  We receive one-half of the proceeds from the event and to date have received about $2,000 each year. Again, we will be responsible for collecting admission and directing cars to the parking area.  We need to staff these tasks with four volunteers in two shifts: 9 AM-12 and 12-3 PM.  Please let me know if you can be part of this effort and help us collect much needed replenishments of our Pantry Larder (funds) and be part of this delightful family event. Once again, the date is SATURDAY, MAY 14. Please indicate your shift preference. Thank you very much, Dean Henry (664-8615)

 

 

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Keep in your prayers this week: Bettina Dudley, Paul Milligan, Jean Martinez, Barbara Loveland, Karen Pike, Scott and Debbie Hammond, Sherry Warner, Adam Temple, Jamie Li, Malcolm Hughes, Nancy Kincaid, Herb Hasenbalg, Jack Weisner, John Cronin, Sarah Flynn, Trisha Roy, Bob and Elaine Theriault, Ron Martin, Lydia Thayer, George Swanson and Sharon Dayana Salazar, our sponsored child in Costa Rica.

 

 

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News & Events from St. John's

ST. ANDREW & ST. JOHN

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

EVENTS & NEWS

April 22, 2016

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

 

Sunday, April 24, 2016

Fifth Sunday of Easter

9:00 a.m. – St. John the Divine

Hymns:

O what their joy and their glory must be (623)

When Christ was lifted from the earth (603)

I come with joy to meet my Lord (304)

God of our fathers, whose almighty hand (718)

 

Scripture:

Psalm 148; Acts 11:1-18; Revelation 21:1-6; John 13:31-35

Celebrant: The Rev. Kathleen Killian

Usher: John

First Lesson/Psalm/Second Lesson: Jayne

Prayers: Floy

Chalice and Acolyte: Bob

Altar Guild: Margot

Vestry Member in Charge: Paul

Weekday Holy Eucharist—Thursdays at 12:00 noon

April 28 – Christina Rossetti

 

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The Rev. Timothy Fleck, Rector (207-812-8362)

The Rev. Kathleen Killian, Assistant Rector (718-775-6069)

Stephen Sampson, Music Director

Michele Daley, Parish Administrator (244-3229)

Sr. Warden, Bunny Watts (244-3699)

Jr. Warden, Rita Redfield (244-4025)

The Church Office is open Tuesday through Thursday

 

Mother Kathleen is now taking her sabbath day on Monday.

She will be in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday;

Friday, available by appointment.

 

 

 

        

 

 

St. John:

Westside Food Pantry Recital Series continues celebrating the 25^th year of our Westside Food Pantry with the APRIL 23^rd performance by TIMBERED LAKE—Diana Newman and Crow Suncloud.   The Saturday evening performance begins at 6:30 and will run for one hour. A reception hosted by Dianne McMullan will follow in the undercroft.  Suggested donation is $10 and ALL proceeds will go to our food pantry. FMI contact: Susan Buell, 244-8061.

 

SUNDAY FORUM – 10:15 a.m. – April 24 -- A Brief Look at Islam. Kathleen will provide a short introduction to some of the basics of Islam, drawing on a book that could form the basis for continuing study if there is interest in pursuing the topic.

 

Meditation on Thursdays at 4:15 at St. John’s. Please join us for 30 minutes of shared silence and “prayer of the heart,” an ancient meditative practice of the Christian tradition. All are welcome! We meditate sitting on chairs, though if you prefer to sit on the floor, feel free to bring a mat or cushion. If you are new to meditation, have questions or concerns, or would like more information, please contact Mother Kathleen. 

 

Yard Sale 2016: Friday and Saturday, June 10-11. As you start your spring cleaning, remember we are seeking treasures for the 3^rd annual Yard Sale at St. Andrew’s. Once again, we are going to have the “Make an Offer” method of pricing which was really successful last year. If you do want your donated items to be priced (special furniture and such), just let us know. The basement door to St. Andrew’s is open so you are welcome to drop off the goodies any time. Please no books, clothing or electronics. If you want to join the fun, we will need volunteers to help set up as well as work the days of the sale. It is a perfect chance to get an early bird peek at the quality merchandise and visit with your friends. Contact Jayne Ashworth (244-5985) or Barbara Campbell (244-9087).

 

St. Saviour:

The Caregiver's Support Group meets in the Rectory Library from noon until 1:30 on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. It is open to all local residents who are involved with the care of a loved one in their home or at an institution.

 

Church of Our Father:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Wednesdays at 1:30 in the Parish Hall.

 

School of Healing Prayer, Thursday-Saturday, April 28-30. There is a fee of $150.00. Food will be provided including lunch, snacks, coffee and tea. Please contact Deb Scott-Henderson for an application at 244-7288.

 

St. Mary & St. Jude:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

 

Community:

 

COFFEE’S ON! The Maine Sea Coast Mission cordially invites all MDI Senior Citizens to join them for Coffee, Conversation and Music on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 am at the Colket Center, 127 West Street, Bar Harbor.

 

Alcyon Center Events, Seal Cove, a center of spiritual experiences for body, soul and spirit:

April 23 – “Following the Thread” guest teacher Jan Booth, end of life nurse coat, educator, musician - an experiential workshop in deep living and dying well - 9:30 am-4:30 pm - $60 April 24-29 – Alcyon Work Week (please call ahead as times are variable) a blend of work, meditation, silence, rest, conversation, common meals, play and spiritual practice

 

Coming events with guest teachers include May 16 (Martin Laird – “My only me is God” – a five day contemplative prayer intensive); June 10 (Susan MacKenzie “Retreat 101:  Welcome to Beginners”); June 23 (Robert Sardello “Know Thyself:  a Soul Retreat”)

 

Touch A Truck: One of the major fund-raisers benefiting the Westside Food Pantry is the Touch-a-Truck event, this year to be held at T. J. Maxx in Ellsworth on Saturday, May 14.

This is a new location at the Mall on Route 1.  We receive one-half of the proceeds from the event and to date have received about $2,000 each year. Again, we will be responsible for collecting admission and directing cars to the parking area.  We need to staff these tasks with four volunteers in two shifts: 9 AM-12 and 12-3 PM.  Please let me know if you can be part of this effort and help us collect much needed replenishments of our Pantry Larder (funds) and be part of this delightful family event. Once again, the date is SATURDAY, MAY 14. Please indicate your shift preference. Thank you very much, Dean Henry (664-8615)

 

 

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Keep in your prayers this week: Jim Fleck, Paul Milligan, Jean Martinez, Barbara Loveland, Karen Pike, Scott and Debbie Hammond, Sherry Warner, Adam Temple, Jamie Li, Malcolm Hughes, Nancy Kincaid, Herb Hasenbalg, Jack Weisner, John Cronin, Sarah Flynn, Trisha Roy, Bob and Elaine Theriault, Ron Martin, Lydia Thayer, George Swanson and Sharon Dayana Salazar, our sponsored child in Costa Rica.

 

 

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News from St. Andrew & St. John -- Forum this Sunday on Refugees in Maine

From: Michele [mailto:saints315@myfairpoint.net]
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2016 2:06 PM
To: Church, St. Andrew & St. John <saints315@myfairpoint.net>
Subject: News from St. Andrew & St. John -- Forum this Sunday on Refugees in Maine

 

ST. ANDREW & ST. JOHN

EPISCOPAL CHURCH

EVENTS & NEWS

April 14, 2016

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

 

Sunday, April 17, 2016

Good Shepherd Sunday

9:00 a.m. – St. John the Divine

Hymns:

Good Christians all (205)

My Shepherd (664)

The King of Love (645)

Glorious things of thee are spoken (522)

 

Scripture:

Psalm 23; Acts 9:36-43; Revelation 7:9-17; John 10:22-30

Celebrant: The Rev. Timothy Fleck

Usher: Dean

First Lesson/Psalm/Second Lesson: Patsy

Prayers: Gen

Chalice and Acolyte: Rita

Altar Guild: Joan

Vestry Member in Charge: Gen

 

Weekday Holy Eucharist—Thursdays at 12:00 noon

April 21 – Anselm of Canterbury

April 28 – Christina Rossetti

 

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The Rev. Timothy Fleck, Rector (207-812-8362)

The Rev. Kathleen Killian, Assistant Rector (718-775-6069)

Stephen Sampson, Music Director

Michele Daley, Parish Administrator (244-3229)

Sr. Warden, Bunny Watts (244-3699)

Jr. Warden, Rita Redfield (244-4025)

The Church Office is open Monday through Thursday

Michele will be out of the office until April 22

 

        

 

 

St. John:

Westside Food Pantry Recital Series continues celebrating the 25^th year of our Westside Food Pantry with the APRIL 23^rd performance by TIMBERED LAKE—Diana Newman and Crow Suncloud.   The Saturday evening performance begins at 6:30 and will run for one hour. A reception hosted by Dianne McMullan will follow in the undercroft.  Suggested donation is $10 and ALL proceeds will go to our food pantry. FMI contact: Susan Buell, 244-8061.

 

SUNDAY FORUM – 10:15 a.m. – April 17

What is Maine Doing about the Refugee Crisis?
On Sunday, April 17, Tarlan Ahmadov, Program Director for Refugee and Immigration Services/Language Partners at Catholic Charities Maine, will talk to us about his work and our concerns about refugee issues. Tarlan has worked with Catholic Charities since 2004. Prior to his immigration to the USA, he worked in the education field in Baku, Azerbaijan, and later joined the non-profit sector, combined with a consulting business to the Consulate of Azerbaijan in Tehran, Iran. He was involved in various capacities with local and international NGOs, such as IFES (providing training to the newly established municipalities in Azerbaijan), and Social Research Center (by screening refugees from Chechnya, Afghanistan, Iran, and Iraq). Tarlan graduated from the Baku State University with a Masters in History and Social Sciences. He speaks several languages, and loves to travel: during the last two decades, he has visited over 40 countries for business, training, and teaching purposes. His presentation will give us a chance to learn about his work, and ask our questions about Maine's response to the refugee crisis. The forum will begin at 10:15 a.m. Please feel free to invite friends from the larger community to join us.

 

YARD SALE: June 10-11. As you start your spring cleaning, remember we are seeking treasures for the 3^rd annual Yard Sale at St. Andrew’s. Once again, we are going to have the “Make an Offer” method of pricing which was really successful last year. If you do want your donated items to be priced (special furniture and such), just let us know. The basement door to St. Andrew’s is open so you are welcome to drop off the goodies any time. Please no books, clothing or electronics. If you want to join the fun, we will need volunteers to help set up as well as work the days of the sale. It is a perfect chance to get an early bird peek at the quality merchandise and visit with your friends. Contact Jayne Ashworth (244-5985) or Barbara Campbell (244-9087).

 

St. Saviour:

The Caregiver's Support Group meets in the Rectory Library from noon until 1:30 on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. It is open to all local residents who are involved with the care of a loved one in their home or at an institution.

 

Church of Our Father:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Wednesdays at 1:30 in the Parish Hall.

 

School of Healing Prayer, Thursday-Saturday, April 28-30. There is a fee of $150.00. Food will be provided including lunch, snacks, coffee and tea. Please contact Deb Scott-Henderson for an application at 244-7288.

 

St. Mary & St. Jude:

Prayer Shawl Ministry, Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

 

Community:

 

COFFEE’S ON! The Maine Sea Coast Mission cordially invites all MDI Senior Citizens to join them for Coffee, Conversation and Music on April 19 from 9:30 to 11:30 am at the Colket Center, 127 West Street, Bar Harbor.

 

Alcyon Center Events, Seal Cove, a center of spiritual experiences for body, soul and spirit:

April 20 – Bible Reconnaissance – open to all – an in depth approach to Bible Study, concentrating on John 13:31-35 – 3:30-5:00 pm

April 22 – “At the Edges of Our Dying” guest teacher Jan Booth, end-of-life nurse coach, educator, musician - the new, emerging models for end of life care that are helping us re-imagine how we prepared to die – 6:30-8:30 pm - $15

April 23 – “Following the Thread” guest teacher Jan Booth, end of life nurse coat, educator, musician - an experiential workshop in deep living and dying well - 9:30 am-4:30 pm - $60 April 24-29 – Alcyon Work Week (please call ahead as times are variable) a blend of work, meditation, silence, rest, conversation, common meals, play and spiritual practice

 

Coming events with guest teachers include May 16 (Martin Laird – “My only me is God” – a five day contemplative prayer intensive); June 10 (Susan MacKenzie “Retreat 101:  Welcome to Beginners”); June 23 (Robert Sardello “Know Thyself:  a Soul Retreat”)

 

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Keep in your prayers this week: Jim Fleck, Paul Milligan, Jean Martinez, Barbara Loveland, Karen Pike, Scott and Debbie Hammond, Sherry Warner, Adam Temple, Jamie Li, Malcolm Hughes, Nancy Kincaid, Herb Hasenbalg, Jack Weisner, John Cronin, Sarah Flynn, Trisha Roy, Bob and Elaine Theriault, Ron Martin, Lydia Thayer, George Swanson and Sharon Dayana Salazar, our sponsored child in Costa Rica.

 

 

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