Parish Life and News (Page 11)

Saturday, October 1, you’re furry, feathered and scaled family members are invited to receive a pet blessing from Mother Kathy. She is going to be at Emmanuel at 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and St. Andrew’s at 1-1:30 p.m. in the parking lots. Please be sure your pets are securely leashed or in a carrier, as appropriate to their species. You’re also welcome to bring a photo instead.

MOTHER KATHY IS AWAY Mother Kathy is away through September 16. If you have an urgent pastoral emergency, please call Mother Kathy’s cell phone. She’ll return your call as soon as she’s able.  CONSECRATION OF NEW BISHOP We do not know what the ticketing procedures are for the Saturday, December 3, 11 a.m., consecration of the new bishop taking place in Richmond. We’re taking a survey to gauge the parish’s interest level in attending the consecration and if folks would…

MOTHER KATHY IS AWAY Mother Kathy is away September 9 through September 16. If you have an urgent pastoral emergency, please call Mother Kathy’s cell phone. She’ll return your call as soon as she’s able. We have a supply priest coming for the September 11 services. There is no Wednesday Eucharist on September 14. FORMAL REAFFIRMATION OF BAPTISMAL VOWS If you would like to formally reaffirm your baptismal vows during Bishop Goff’s visit on Sunday, October 16, please speak with…

ITEM COLLECTION FOR RESPONSE The ladies of St. Andrew’s Guild are collecting personal care items to put together Wonderful Women’s Comfort bags (WWC bags) for women receiving support from Response due to domestic violence. Boxes are out in each parish hall to collect travel size toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, tissues, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, lip balm and soap. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Checks can be made out to St. Andrew’s Guild, with a note that it’s for WWC, and mailed to…

ITEM COLLECTION FOR RESPONSE The ladies of St. Andrew’s Guild are collecting personal care items to put together Wonderful Women’s Comfort bags (WWC bags) for women receiving support from Response due to domestic violence. Boxes are out in each parish hall to collect travel size toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, tissues, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, lip balm and soap. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Checks can be made out to St. Andrew’s Guild, with a note that it’s for WWC, and mailed to…

2022 PARISH MUSIC SURVEY What makes good worship music? The answer to that question varies greatly for us as individuals. As part of community that comes together for worship what speak to your soul, and that of the community? We hope you will take the time to complete this survey, which we hope will guide us as we make decisions for shaping the musical offerings in Beckford Parish. Everyone’s input is welcomed and valued. You can take the survey online or…

PARISH MUSIC SURVEY What makes good worship music? The answer to that question varies greatly for us as individuals. As part of community that comes together for worship what speak to your soul, and that of the community? We hope you will take the time to complete this survey, which we hope will guide us as we make decisions for shaping the musical offerings in Beckford Parish. Everyone’s input is welcomed and valued. You can take the survey online or if…

UPDATE: A FALL MESSAGE FROM MOTHER KATHY It’s hard to believe that the 2022-2023 school year begins next Tuesday and fall is peaking around the corner. We want to offer our prayers for all the students, teachers, staff, and families as the new year begins. May this year be one of productivity, learning, fun and safety. If anyone would like a backpack or school bag blessing, they’re welcome to bring them during a Sunday service.   As we look forward…

A FALL MESSAGE FROM MOTHER KATHY It’s hard to believe that the 2022-2023 school year begins next Tuesday and fall is peaking around the corner. We want to offer our prayers for all the students, teachers, staff, and families as the new year begins. May this year be one of productivity, learning, fun and safety. If anyone would like a backpack or school bag blessing, they’re welcome to bring them during a Sunday service.   As we look forward to…

COVID UPDATE A number of people in the parish, including Mother Kathy, have been diagnosed with COVID in the last couple weeks. Given the highly contagious new variants, folks are encouraged to wear masks during all church services and activities when others are present.  EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting volunteers. We’re also looking for other dedicated volunteers, including teens, who are…

THIS SUNDAY: FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services this Sunday, July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting volunteers. We’re also looking for other dedicated volunteers, including teens,…

FIFTH SUNDAY SERVICES RESUMING We’re resuming our joint fifth Sunday services starting on July 31 at 10 a.m. at Emmanuel. We’ll enjoy light refreshments after, you need not bring anything but yourself. This is the only service that day, it will be live streamed. EMMANUEL’S TABLE FOOD PANTRY Last week, we had 25 families (5 were new) and 77 individuals. We are still actively searching for adult volunteers for the following tasks: 1. Ordering and inventory 2. Client information input 3. Assisting…