St. Paul's Announcements for Sunday, February 5, 2012

Food Drive. Today, February 5. We are competing with our Operation InAsMuch partner churches to see which congregation can collect the most non-perishable food items. If you forgot your food today, please bring items to the office Monday, February 6. Food collected will benefit our community. If you have any questions please contact Barbara Thomas.

Financial Peace Course. It's not too late if you want to join us in the Financial Peace Course on Sundays at 4 pm. There are still 6 more weeks.  Childcare is available. Cost of the resource kit is $99.75 per family. Scholarships are available. Please contact Tenille McVetty or the church Office at 893-3780.

Forward Day by Day. The current Forward Day By Day devotional books are in the Narthex. Please pick yours up today!

Second Wednesday Supper. The next Second Wednesday Supper will be February 8 at 5:00 pm. The planned menu is: roast beef, green beans, corn, mac/cheese, rolls, and dessert. The cost is $5.00 per person with a maximum of $20.00. Five years and under are free.

Get Together for Newcomers. February 12,  6:00 pm. Let's get to know each other. Join us for food, fun and fellowship at the home of Fr. Polk and Mary Jo Van Zandt. Please contact the Parish Office at 893-3780 if you are interested in attending.

White Elephant Sale. ECW's White Elephant Sale: February 18, 8 am-5 pm; Donors' Sale February 17, 6 pm-8 pm. Donation Drop-Off Date (LAST DATE FOR DROPOFF) Saturday, February 11. Please consider donating: books, music, photos, art, furniture, interior décor, office supplies, children’s items, electronics, household equipment, kitchen items, linens, sewing, sports equipment, toys, luggage, pet supplies, women's items, jewelry, holiday items, and high-quality very gently used clothing. Many volunteers needed. Sign-Up at St. Paul’s website. Just type into your browser www.stpaulsmboro.org/elephant or go to www.stpaulsmboro.org and click church communities/adult/ecw/white elephant sale. A Sign-Up Sheet is also available in the Parish Hall. Sale Coordinator: Claire Bradford.

Men's Retreat. February 17 & 18; begins Friday at 6:00 pm at St. Mary's Conference Center. Concludes on Saturday, February 18 at 4:00 pm. Contact the office to sign up or for additional  information.

Haiti Trip. February 24-March 2. Ted Cassidy and Steven Lefebvre will be traveling to Haiti. Your help with children's vitamins that are fortified with iron would be greatly appreciated. Please DO NOT send liquid or gummy vitamins; chewable are okay. You may also make a donation toward the purchase of these items. These items will go with a group from Church of the Nativity, Huntsville, Alabama.

Birthday Luncheon. Thursday, February 23, 11:30 am. The first quarter luncheon will be in the Parish Hall. Luncheons are held once-per-quarter to celebrate the birthdays of St. Paul's family members over seventy (70+ years young), and their significant other or guest. You do NOT have to have a birthday during this quarter to attend. There is no obligation on your part except to RSVP! A committee of friends and helpers who wish to share their talents in this special ministry prepares the meal. Please call Jennifer McGuire to RSVP.

Parent's Night Out. Parent's Night Out for this month is on Friday, February 24 from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Children up through age 10 may be dropped off at the nursery any time after 5:45 pm. The sign-up deadline is Monday, February 20 at 4:00 pm. There will be sign-up sheets posted in the nursery. You may also send an email to nursery@stpaulsmboro.org or call the office at 893-3780 with the child’s name, age, your name, and contact number.

Bambini Village Montessori. Accepting preschool applications at Holy Cross Church for the 2012-2013 school year which is now ofering a full day program. Located at 1140 Cason Lane Murfreesboro, TN 37128.  Check our website www.bambinivillage.com or call 615.405.4778.  Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is also  being offered.

Yard Sign Policy. All yard signs must meet proper specifications. Please check with the Parish Office before ordering signs.

Centering Prayer Workshop. Saturday, February 25, 9:00 am at First Baptist Church. Conducted by The Rev. Tom Ward. Registration fee is $10 and includes lunch. For more information contact dloggins@fbcmboro.org or Ronny Clemmons.

Sermons. To access audio recordings of Fr. Colin's sermons visit http://colinambrose.wordpress.com. . To receive a written copy of Fr. Polk's sermons please contact the parish office.

Newcomers. If you are a newcomer and desire to become a member of St. Paul's please call the church office to schedule an appointment with Fr. Polk and Fr. Colin.

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St. Paul's Announcements for Sunday, January 29, 2012

Episcopal Peace Fellowship. A chapter of the Episcopal Peace Fellowship will be formed at St. Paul's on January 29. The organizational meeting will be held in the chapel following the 11:00 am service. For information about the St. Paul's EPF chapter, contact Ronny Clemmons.

Food Drive. We are once again competing with our Operation InAsMuch partner churches to see which congregation can collect the most non-perishable food items. Benefiting this friendly competition will be Greenhouse Ministries, The Journey Home, The Rutherford County Food Bank, the Murfreesboro City and Rutherford County Schools backpack program, and the Journey of Hope in the Midland Community. The drive will culminate on Super Bowl Sunday - February 5. For us that will be SOUPer Bowl Sunday. This year you are invited to bring food items to church any Sunday between now and February 5, or drop them off at the church office. In an effort to be more "green" we ask that you recycle one of your grocery bags however, there will be bags available in the Narthex for your convenience as well. Last year St. Paul's collected 2437 food items to win the competition. This year our goal is 3000. Let's fill those bags and everyone WINS. St. Paul's retains its "title" and the hungry are a bit more nourished by your generosity. If you have any questions please contact Barbara Thomas.

Financial Peace Course. It's not to late if you want to join us in the Financial Peace Course on Sundays at 4 pm. There are still 7 more weeks.  Childcare is available. Cost of the resource kit is $99.75 per family. Scholarships are available. Please contact Tenille McVetty or the church Office at 893-3780.

White Elephant Sale. ECW's White Elephant Sale: February 18, 8 am-5 pm; Donors' Sale February 17, 6 pm-8 pm. Donation Drop-Off Dates: Saturdays, January 21, January 28, February 4 and February 11. Please consider donating: books, music, photos, art, furniture, interior décor, office supplies, children’s items, electronics, household equipment, kitchen items, linens, sewing, sports equipment, toys, luggage, pet supplies, women's items, jewelry, holiday items, and high-quality very gently used clothing. Many volunteers needed. Sign-Up at www.stpaulsmboro.org. Go to “What's Happening/ECW Activities”. A Sign-Up Sheet is also available in the Parish Hall. Sale Coordinator: Claire Bradford.

Men's Club. Come join the men Thursday, February 2, 2012 for fellowship and dinner. The fellowship is at 6:00 pm and dinner is at 6:30 pm. A sign-up sheet is in the Parish Hall. Please let us know if you would be interested in cooking in 2012. If you have questions, contact Jim Calder or Fred Koechlein.

Ladies Night Out. Thursday, February 2, 6:00 pm, at the home of Libby Willis. Join us for fun and fellowship. For more information contact Libby. 

Get Together for Newcomers. February 12,  6:00 pm. Let's get to know each other. Join us for food, fun and fellowship at the home of Fr. Polk and Mary Jo Van Zandt.

Men's Retreat. Starts Friday, February 17, 6:00 pm at St. Mary’s Conference Center. Concludes Saturday, February 18 at 4:00 pm. Contact the office to sign up or for more information.

Haiti Trip. February 24-March 2nd. Ted Cassidy and Steven Lefebvre will be traveling to Haiti. Your help with children's vitamins that are fortified with iron would be greatly appreciated. Please DO NOT send vitamins that are chewable or liquid. You may also make a donation toward the purchase of these items. These items will go with a group from Church of the Nativity, Huntsville, Alabama.

Please Note: Second Wednesday Supper. There will NOT be a Second Wednesday Supper for January due to the construction. The next one will be February 8.

Yard Sign Policy. All yard signs must meet proper specifications. Please check with the Parish Office before ordering signs.

Centering Prayer Workshop. Saturday, February 25, 9:00 am at First Baptist Church. Conducted by The Rev. Tom Ward. Registration fee is $10 and includes lunch. For more information contact dloggins@fbcmboro.org or Ronny Clemmons.

Birthday Luncheon. Thursday, February 23, 11:30 am. The first quarter luncheon will be in the Parish Hall. Luncheons are held once-per-quarter to celebrate the birthdays of St. Paul's family members over seventy (70+ years young), and their significant other or guest. You do NOT have to have a birthday during this quarter to attend. There is no obligation on your part except to RSVP! A committee of friends and helpers who wish to share their talents in this special ministry prepares the meal. Please call Jennifer McGuire to RSVP.

Bambini Village Montessori. Accepting preschool applications at Holy Cross Church for the 2012-2013 school year which is now ofering a full day program. Located at 1140 Cason Lane Murfreesboro, TN 37128.  Check our website www.bambinivillage.com or call 615.405.4778.  Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is also  being offered.

Sermons. To access audio recordings of Fr. Colin's sermons visit http://colinambrose.wordpress.com. . To receive a written copy of Fr. Polk's sermons please contact the parish office.

Newcomers. If you are a newcomer and desire to become a member of St. Paul's please call the church office to schedule an appointment with Fr. Polk and Fr. Colin.

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