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The Weekly Newsletter September 5, 2010
of St. Philip's Church
Charleston, South Carolina
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 September 12
is Fall Kick-Off Sunday
The school buses on the road are a sure sign that fall has arrived. And even though the temperature outside may tell you differently, it's time to kick off the Fall Schedule at St. Philip's.
Sunday, September 12 is the date. There will be a lot happening on that Sunday and here's the line-up:
8:15 a.m. ~ Holy Communion in the Church
9:15-10:15 a.m. ~ Sunday School for Children-Age 3 through Grade 6-Parish House First Floor Classrooms (Corner of Church and Cumberland Streets): Parents register children at the beginning of the hour (9:15 a.m.) and children stay for the lesson.
9:15-10:15 a.m. ~ Confirmation Class Orientation Meeting-Grade 7-Church Parlor (First floor, Ministries Hall-corner of Church and Queen Streets): Parents and students meet with teacher, Al Phillips. (NOTE: If you have not signed up for this class, please call Donna Stouffer in the Church Office (722-7734).
9:15-10:15 a.m. ~ Bible Study Class for Youth-grades 8 through 12-Youth Room (2nd Floor, Parish House-corner of Church and Cumberland Streets). Meet with David and Renee to find out what exciting studies this group will have this fall.
9:15-10:15 a.m. ~ Two New Adult Forums begin:
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Ric Webb and Haden McCormick+ will lead the Rector's Adult Forum in the Parish Hall.
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Brian McGreevy will lead Christian Parenting: The Toddler Transition in the Philadelphia Alley Classroom in the State St. office building on the corner of Cumberland and State Streets (Enter through the Philadelphia Alley door).
10:30 a.m. ~ Service of Morning Prayer in the Church
Immediately following the 10:30 a.m. service:
Covered dish luncheon in the Parish Hall. Fried chicken will be provided. Please bring a family-sized side salad, side dish, or dessert to share.
We'll see y'all there.
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Children's Choirs Begin September 8 & 9
Cherub Choir (K-3, K-4) and St. Nicholas Choir (K-5 & 1st grade)-directed by Jo Hethcox, St. Cecilia Choir (2nd & 3rd grade)-directed by Capers Cross all begin on Wednesday, September 8, 4:00-5:00.
Canterbury (grades 4-6)-directed by Capers Cross, Canterbury Chamber Choir (treble voices, grades
7-12-directed by Jean Breza, and St. David Choir-directed by Jo Hethcox, begin on Thursday, September 9, 6:00-7:30.
If your child will be new to the choir this year, please register through St. Philip's website, www.stphilipschurchsc.org. If your child is a returning chorister please contact Capers Cross or Jo Hethcox to let them know that your child will be returning. Mr. Cross can be reached at 722-7734, ext. 237 or capcross@msn.com, and Miss Jo can be reached at 722-7734, ext. 272 or johethcox@gmail.com.
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EYC is Gearing Up for Fall
Weekly Youth Group gatherings will resume
the weekend of September 10-12.
Jr. High EYC (6th-8th grades) meets on Friday evenings from 6-8pm.
Sr. High EYC (9th-12th grades) meets on Sunday evenings from 6-8pm.
Parents: Please fill out the info form that is on our website.We ask that you fill out a form even if you filled one out last year. The link is:
http://www.stphilipschurchsc.org/spce/eyc_form
If you have any questions, please call David or Renee, 722-7734.
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ALPHA IS COMING!
Alpha Course Kickoff is Sept. 13, 2010
Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed,
friendly setting. The Alpha course meets once per week for 10 weeks. Each session, people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile, like: Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going?
To register, call Donna @ 722-7734.
To learn more about the Alpha course, click here.
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DUST OFF YOUR 1928 PRAYER BOOK
Sunday, Setember 5, we will have a Baptism and celebrate Communion at the 10:30 am service out of the old prayer book. Please bring your 1928 Prayer Book because we have a limited supply for the pews. Come and experience something different.
See you then,
Haden+
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Kanuga Annual
Parish Retreat
October 22-24, 2010
For the Whole Family!
- Great fellowship
- Free time to enjoy the fall foliage
- Programs for Adults, Youth, and Children
About Kanuga
Kanuga Conferences is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina on 1,400 mountain acres near Hendersonville, North Carolina, with scenic Kanuga Lake at its center. We welcome more than 25,000 guests annually to the year-round conference center, Camp Kanuga, Camp Bob and the Mountain Trail Outdoor School. Kanuga offers plenty of recreational activities available or spend quiet time just walking in the mountains.
Click here to learn more about Kanuga.
Our Speaker
Our speaker this year is the world-renowned scholar, The Reverend Dr. James Arne Nestingen. Jim is an ordained priest and Professor Emeritus of Church History at Luther Seminary, MN. He is the author of numerous classic Christian literature such as Free to Be, Manger in the Mountains, and Martin Luther: A Life. Jim's principal topic will be "Forgiveness, Freedom, and the Future."
To register, call the church receptionist at 843-722-7734.
Register early! Space is limited and fills up quickly.
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Attention Ladies: Announcing THREE New Bible Studies beginning in September
On Wednesdays:
Here and there...Then and Now:
A Lecture Series on Revelation
Beginning September 8
The newest Beth Moore Bible Study is literally "hot off the press." Carolyn Warlick and Glo Avent will facilitate this study on Wednesdays from 12-2 p.m. in the Church Parlor, beginning Wednesday, September 8. The course will run through November 17. Participant books are $9.00. Please call the Church Office (722-7734) to sign up and reserve a book.
The DVD lecture will begin each Wednesday at 12:05 p.m. This study is different in that there is only one day of homework per week.
On Mondays: Beloved Disciple
Beginning September 20
Hallie Seibels and Jane McGreevy will lead a Bible study on Mondays from 8-9:30 AM at St. Philip's in the Church Parlor (the Ministries Hall ground floor). We are going to study the Beth Moore course, Beloved Disciple. Books will be $15.call or e-mail Jane if you are interested in joining this class (Phone: 577-4534; e-mail: janemcgreevy@yahoo.com) let Jane know if you are interested, and a book will be reserved for you. The class will start Sept. 20thrun for 11 weeks. Feel free to invite your friends.
Wednesday Morning Women's Bible Study
Returns September 15
The Wednesday Morning Women's Bible study will
re-convene on September 15. The group meets
from 9-10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall. This group will be studying LUKE: New Hope, New Joy, by Ada Lum.
New members are always welcome. For more information
contact Pringle Franklin at 853-4808
or franklin.pringle@comcast.net.
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Conversational Dinners
Bring People Together
Sign Up Now!
"So continue daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart." Acts 2:46
One of the ways God built up the early church was through fellowship and worship. St. Philip's is beginning a new year of home groups known as Conversational Dinners that so many of us have enjoyed from year to year.
Dinner groups will meet monthly from October through April in different homes to share a meal and build community in the Body of Christ. The groups will stay together throughout the year in order for us to grow deeper in our relationships together. We hope that you will join a group and get to know some of your fellow St. Philippians.
Sign up will take place on September 5 and 12. A sign-up table will be placed near the north entrance to the church after each worship service. Groups will begin meeting in October.
For more information, call Margaret Eargle at 568-5592.
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Children's Ministry Update
Fun at Kanuga
We are planning fun outdoor activities for our annual Parish Retreat at Kanuga-October 22-24. Tell your parents to register soon for this fun, stress-free weekend.
Stay tuned-we have lots of big plans for this fall.
Watch the inSPIRE for details.
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Looking for Financial Peace?
Financial Peace University (FPU) is Dave Ramsey's life-changing program that teaches you to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. We have offered this course at St. Philip's for a number of years and would like to continue doing so.
If you are interested in participating in a class this fall, please call the Church Office and speak to Suzanne or Donna.
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St. Philip's Church ~ 142 Church Street ~ Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: (843) 722-7734
Fax: (843) 722-5978
E-mail: stphilipschurch@stphilipschurchsc.org
Church Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
For More Information, Contact: inspireeditor@gmail.com
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St. Philip's Vision Statement
"Pursuing the Gospel Challenge in Turbulent Times"
St. Philip's Leadership
The Right Reverend Mark J. Lawrence, Bishop of the Diocese
The Reverend J. Haden McCormick, Rector
The Reverend Henry E. Avent, Jr., Assistant to the Rector · The Reverend Jack Owens, Assistant to the Rector
The Reverend Matthew McCormick, Assistant to the Rector
The Reverend Brian McGreevy, Chaplain to Porter Gaud School
The Reverend Dr. William P. Rhett, Pastoral Associate
H. Capers Cross, Organist/Choirmaster · Jolene Hethcox, Assistant Organist/Choirmaster
Angela Clark, Director of Children's Ministries · David L. Gilbert, Youth Minister
Vestry
Elaine Pendarvis, Senior Warden
Bob Nuttall, Sr., Junior Warden
Pettigrew Clare
Jay Davis
Lydia Evans
Gene Foxworth
Elizabeth Hagood
Clark Hanger
Myron Harrington
John Kerrison
Sheryl O'Neal
Roberta O'Shea
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St. Philip's Church
142 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: (843) 722-7734; Fax: (843) 722-6978
E-mail: stphilipschurch@stphilipschurchsc.org
Web Site: www.stphilipschurchsc.org
Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Questions/Comments? click here to e-mail us
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