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WEEKLY BULLETIN
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the Episcopal church of st. andrew
the seventeenth sunday after pentecost 24 September 2023
Sunday Worship: Join us for Holy Eucharist on Sunday at 8am or 10am. Online worshipers can join us via YouTube HERE. The Order of Worship for online viewers is HERE. We welcome the Rev’d Kelly Sundberg Seaman to preach and preside this morning. Our intern Joe Rose leads the Prayers of the People at our 8 o’clock Eucharist. Jay’s recovery is going well; he is with his family for a long-planned celebration of Sally’s 60th birthday today.
The flowers above the altar today are given by Ellen and Gardner Yenawine in memory of Ellen's son, Adam.
Gus Seamans, Rest in Peace - The children and grandchildren gathered in New London last week to bid farewell to their (and our) beloved Gus. His children gathered at his bedside on Monday morning for special prayers, and then Jay anointed Gus and commended him into God's everlasting care. Gus passed peacefully from this world to the next several hours later. Around thirty of Gus's extended family gathered in church. Passages of scripture were read, Psalm 23 was recited, and we sang "In manus tuas, Pater, commendo spirituum meum" (Into your hands, O Father, I commend my spirit)." The service concluded with the Nunc Dimittis (Luke 2.29-32): "Lord, lettest now thy servant depart in peace . . ."
In order for the wider community to give thanks for Gus and bid their final farewell, it's likely that one of our 10am Eucharists will be offered in thanksgiving for Gus with a special "coffee hour" following. More details to follow. Please keep Gus's family in your prayers, especially our Steve and Debi. You can read his obituary HERE.
Help Is Here for Conservatives! - Being an Episcopalian and a political conservative can be a challenge, and St. Andrew's is no exception. Our workshop on Sunday, 1 October from 11:30 - 2:15 will teach Reds how to effectively share their perspective with those on the other side of the political aisle. Those who consider themselves “purple” are also welcome to attend this free workshop which is open to the public. A light lunch will be served (donations accepted).
"Being Red in a Blue Environment" is for conservatives who operate in a context where liberal ideas are often assumed to be correct. Participants will learn:
• Strategies to handle being a political minority
• Skills to communicate your beliefs effectively
• New poise when people try to convert you
Sign up HERE or contact Woody Canaday to register at wcanaday@braverangels.org.
September Outreach to Sierra Leone- Dr. Tom Adamski and his wife Jeannie Sperry spoke to us earlier this month about the vital medical services provided by our September Outreach recipient, the Handmaids Catholic Clinic and Maternity in Pendembu, Sierra Leone. The clinic accomplishes a great deal with very few financial and medical resources. Tom travels to Pendembu annually for 4-6 weeks to serve as the clinic’s only doctor, purchases desperately needed pharmaceuticals and supplies, and otherwise provides personal financial support. Our Outreach support will enhance the clinic’s efforts to fight malaria, the malnourishment of pregnant mothers, and the lack of immunizations, among other needs. It also will honor Dr. Tom’s steady devotion to the clinic’s cause. You may make your gift HERE, put it in the offering plate, or send it to St. Andrew’s Church, marked for Outreach. Generous anonymous donors will match all contributions.
We celebrate birthdays this week with Sally Asher, Gene Hall, Jared Midgett, Nathaniel Seward, Barbara Tarantino, Judy Wheeler.
Blessing of the Animals - Join us on the New London Inn Town Green Saturday, 7 October at 10am for the annual Blessing of the Animals. Following in the tradition of Saint Francis, we join in a 5-minute liturgy and then ask God's blessing on each animal (bring a photo if your pet is ill or too rambunctious).
Prayers Needed - Please pray for Hunter Jatko. He is a 2023 graduate of KRHS who lives in Springfield with his mom (Lois Dupuis), brother and sister. He's at Tufts Medical Center in Boston and will eventually need a heart transplant, but right now he is too sick to be listed. He is fighting this battle with his mom by his side. Lois has grown up and worked in the Kearsarge area and is a devoted community member. She has probably served you at the Goose or PC's in the past and currently has had to give up her house-cleaning business to be by Hunter's side. A Go Fund Me page has been set up to help Lois with this huge financial burden. Click HERE to give. P.S. Lois grew up as Shelly's neighbor and Hunter is Kylin Frenkiewich's classmate.
Parish Pilgrimage: St. Cuthbert's Way? If you're interested in the parish pilgrimage along St. Cuthbert's Way in Britain (the full 62 miles or shorter daily walks), please email Shelly and Jay so that our organizers can make a good guess as they research options, including dates. You can find more information about St. Cuthbert's Way HERE.
Bits & Bobs -
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
We celebrate a Eucharist from the Reserve Sacrament with residents of Sunapee Cove on the fourth Sunday of the month. Feel free to join us for this half hour service in the Community Room at 1:30 pm.
Please pray for Hunter Jatko, Mary McClung, Katherine Byrne, Kate Strachan, Everett N., Leon Sampson, Rob Normann, Mervin Stewart, Gary P., Dan Gately, Audrey, Dave Bailey, Eric, Kate A., Greg Potter, Bennett Gray, Mary M., Ann Marie Cannon, Morris & Jeanne, Corey Goodwin, Carol Paige, Chris, Bettine Thomas, Nicole Wakeman, Deb & David, Jan Hunt, Russell Jacobs, Christine Taylor, Michael Prosperi, Carol Ryder, Cody, Kevin Bland & family, Tuckerman.
We pray for the repose of the soul of Gus Seamans recently departed.
We remember with thanksgiving those who died at this time in years past: Harold Burton, Janis Vogt, Tommy Bigorita, Arnold "Bud" Major, Andrea Christine, Murray Forbes, Brenda “Taffy” Beckman, Kathleen Minaert, and Alex LeClair
Donations Needed - In order to buy in bulk at a reduced rate, the KLS Food Pantry requires a large number of empty egg cartons. Please leave them in the food pantry basket in church. Messy Church requires clear plastic containers to store supplies (shoebox size).
Legacy Giving - One of our key achievements in 2022 was to get our Planned Giving program up and running. If you don't have a will or living trust, you'll do your loved ones a great favor by making one. As you create or update these documents, please consider St. Andrew's in your will or estate plans. There are many ways to make a planned gift which are helpfully laid out on our website HERE. Here is an opportunity to create a lasting personal legacy by helping St. Andrew's carry out our God-given calling far into the future. An easy way to make a gift to St. Andrew's through your estate is by giving through any life insurance policies, retirement accounts (401k, IRA, 403B), or other annuities, which generally requires a simple change to a beneficiary designation form. Chaired by George Jamieson, our Legacy Fund Committee is happy to field questions, and St. Andrew's Legacy Society recognizes people who have decided to remember St. Andrew's in their will or estate plans through a documented planned gift.
Goings On About Town
The flowers above the altar today are given by Ellen and Gardner Yenawine in memory of Ellen's son, Adam.
Gus Seamans, Rest in Peace - The children and grandchildren gathered in New London last week to bid farewell to their (and our) beloved Gus. His children gathered at his bedside on Monday morning for special prayers, and then Jay anointed Gus and commended him into God's everlasting care. Gus passed peacefully from this world to the next several hours later. Around thirty of Gus's extended family gathered in church. Passages of scripture were read, Psalm 23 was recited, and we sang "In manus tuas, Pater, commendo spirituum meum" (Into your hands, O Father, I commend my spirit)." The service concluded with the Nunc Dimittis (Luke 2.29-32): "Lord, lettest now thy servant depart in peace . . ."
In order for the wider community to give thanks for Gus and bid their final farewell, it's likely that one of our 10am Eucharists will be offered in thanksgiving for Gus with a special "coffee hour" following. More details to follow. Please keep Gus's family in your prayers, especially our Steve and Debi. You can read his obituary HERE.
Help Is Here for Conservatives! - Being an Episcopalian and a political conservative can be a challenge, and St. Andrew's is no exception. Our workshop on Sunday, 1 October from 11:30 - 2:15 will teach Reds how to effectively share their perspective with those on the other side of the political aisle. Those who consider themselves “purple” are also welcome to attend this free workshop which is open to the public. A light lunch will be served (donations accepted).
"Being Red in a Blue Environment" is for conservatives who operate in a context where liberal ideas are often assumed to be correct. Participants will learn:
• Strategies to handle being a political minority
• Skills to communicate your beliefs effectively
• New poise when people try to convert you
Sign up HERE or contact Woody Canaday to register at wcanaday@braverangels.org.
September Outreach to Sierra Leone- Dr. Tom Adamski and his wife Jeannie Sperry spoke to us earlier this month about the vital medical services provided by our September Outreach recipient, the Handmaids Catholic Clinic and Maternity in Pendembu, Sierra Leone. The clinic accomplishes a great deal with very few financial and medical resources. Tom travels to Pendembu annually for 4-6 weeks to serve as the clinic’s only doctor, purchases desperately needed pharmaceuticals and supplies, and otherwise provides personal financial support. Our Outreach support will enhance the clinic’s efforts to fight malaria, the malnourishment of pregnant mothers, and the lack of immunizations, among other needs. It also will honor Dr. Tom’s steady devotion to the clinic’s cause. You may make your gift HERE, put it in the offering plate, or send it to St. Andrew’s Church, marked for Outreach. Generous anonymous donors will match all contributions.
We celebrate birthdays this week with Sally Asher, Gene Hall, Jared Midgett, Nathaniel Seward, Barbara Tarantino, Judy Wheeler.
Blessing of the Animals - Join us on the New London Inn Town Green Saturday, 7 October at 10am for the annual Blessing of the Animals. Following in the tradition of Saint Francis, we join in a 5-minute liturgy and then ask God's blessing on each animal (bring a photo if your pet is ill or too rambunctious).
Prayers Needed - Please pray for Hunter Jatko. He is a 2023 graduate of KRHS who lives in Springfield with his mom (Lois Dupuis), brother and sister. He's at Tufts Medical Center in Boston and will eventually need a heart transplant, but right now he is too sick to be listed. He is fighting this battle with his mom by his side. Lois has grown up and worked in the Kearsarge area and is a devoted community member. She has probably served you at the Goose or PC's in the past and currently has had to give up her house-cleaning business to be by Hunter's side. A Go Fund Me page has been set up to help Lois with this huge financial burden. Click HERE to give. P.S. Lois grew up as Shelly's neighbor and Hunter is Kylin Frenkiewich's classmate.
Parish Pilgrimage: St. Cuthbert's Way? If you're interested in the parish pilgrimage along St. Cuthbert's Way in Britain (the full 62 miles or shorter daily walks), please email Shelly and Jay so that our organizers can make a good guess as they research options, including dates. You can find more information about St. Cuthbert's Way HERE.
Bits & Bobs -
- The Craft Group resumes on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30AM in the parish hall, beginning 12 September. We welcome crafters of all types — knitters and crocheters, painters and colorers, stitchers, and also invite new ideas for craft projects. Join our conversations and enjoy some culinary treats with us as well.
- Alison Seward is organizing this year's Kearsarge CROP Walk on Sunday, 8 October at 1PM. Please consider walking or sponsoring our team, St. Andrew's Strollers, by clicking HERE.
- We are so grateful for our rector Jay Macleod and his ministry among us! Celebrate Jay's DECADE of leading St. Andrew’s with an all-parish potluck picnic on Sunday, 8 October, immediately following the 10am service. A sign-up poster will be displayed soon for your intended food contribution.
- Join us on the New London Inn Town Green Saturday, 7 October at 10am for the annual Blessing of the Animals. Following in the tradition of Saint Francis, we join in a 5-minute liturgy and then ask God's blessing on each animal (bring a photo if your pet is ill or too rambunctious).
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
We celebrate a Eucharist from the Reserve Sacrament with residents of Sunapee Cove on the fourth Sunday of the month. Feel free to join us for this half hour service in the Community Room at 1:30 pm.
Please pray for Hunter Jatko, Mary McClung, Katherine Byrne, Kate Strachan, Everett N., Leon Sampson, Rob Normann, Mervin Stewart, Gary P., Dan Gately, Audrey, Dave Bailey, Eric, Kate A., Greg Potter, Bennett Gray, Mary M., Ann Marie Cannon, Morris & Jeanne, Corey Goodwin, Carol Paige, Chris, Bettine Thomas, Nicole Wakeman, Deb & David, Jan Hunt, Russell Jacobs, Christine Taylor, Michael Prosperi, Carol Ryder, Cody, Kevin Bland & family, Tuckerman.
We pray for the repose of the soul of Gus Seamans recently departed.
We remember with thanksgiving those who died at this time in years past: Harold Burton, Janis Vogt, Tommy Bigorita, Arnold "Bud" Major, Andrea Christine, Murray Forbes, Brenda “Taffy” Beckman, Kathleen Minaert, and Alex LeClair
Donations Needed - In order to buy in bulk at a reduced rate, the KLS Food Pantry requires a large number of empty egg cartons. Please leave them in the food pantry basket in church. Messy Church requires clear plastic containers to store supplies (shoebox size).
Legacy Giving - One of our key achievements in 2022 was to get our Planned Giving program up and running. If you don't have a will or living trust, you'll do your loved ones a great favor by making one. As you create or update these documents, please consider St. Andrew's in your will or estate plans. There are many ways to make a planned gift which are helpfully laid out on our website HERE. Here is an opportunity to create a lasting personal legacy by helping St. Andrew's carry out our God-given calling far into the future. An easy way to make a gift to St. Andrew's through your estate is by giving through any life insurance policies, retirement accounts (401k, IRA, 403B), or other annuities, which generally requires a simple change to a beneficiary designation form. Chaired by George Jamieson, our Legacy Fund Committee is happy to field questions, and St. Andrew's Legacy Society recognizes people who have decided to remember St. Andrew's in their will or estate plans through a documented planned gift.
Goings On About Town
- Food Bank - St. Andrew's is asked to donate canned fruit in September. Paper towels, toilet paper, coffee, peanut butter and jelly, cake and brownie mixes, empty egg cartons, and monetary donations are always welcome.
- Invitation to Craft Group on Tuesdays -
Please join us Tuesdays at 9:30 in the parish hall. You might:- work on a project to sell at our Summer Fair or St. Nicholas Fair;
- work on you own project;
- see what others are creating and maybe try something new (one week clay earrings were made using a pasta machine!)
- enjoy lively conversation
- The coffee will be on!
- Openings on Our Altar Guild - St. Andrew's Altar Guild always welcomes new members. If you are looking for a quiet way to be more involved in church activities, please contact JoAnn Hicks or Judy Ackroyd.
- Please Step Up - We need lectors and intercessors to read the Bible and the Prayers of the People in our worship services. And Anne Hall, our Verger, would also love to hear from you if you'd like to carry the cross as crucifer or a candle as an acolyte. We also need individuals, couples and families to serve as ushers. All of these leadership roles come with guidance and a bit of training. Please contact Anne Hall (603.526.8530 or verger@standrewsnl.org) if you are interested and she can provide more information.
- Our Thrift Shop is looking for a few good volunteers to help a couple of hours per week. Please contact Jackie Thompson if you can help (603.526.8979).
