PARISH NOTES
Sunday 28 September 2014
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| The Archangel Saint Michael Jaume Huguet, 1456 |
FROM THE RECTOR
After more than three months' summer break -- their last Sunday was June 22 -- the Schola Cantorum returns to S. Stephen's this Sunday. Their offerings will include William Byrd's Mass for Five Voices and Ne irascaris. Worship comprising music in the Western Catholic tradition is an integral component of our life and mission as a parish. Come to S. Stephen's this Sunday to help welcome the Schola back for the 2014-2015 season. -- Fr. John D. Alexander
THIS SUNDAY'S READINGS
Proper 21, Year A – Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32, Psalm 25:1-8, Philippians 2:1-13, Matthew 21:23-32
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Episcopal Visitation – we are pleased to announce that the Rt. Rev. W. Nicholas Knisely, XIII Bishop of Rhode Island, will make his first official Episcopal Visitation to S. Stephen’s at the 10 am Mass next Sunday 5 October. Please plan to be on hand for this momentous occasion.
Saint Michael and All Angels (September 29th) – a major feast day of the church year, will be celebrated on Monday with Evening Prayer at 5:30 pm and Low Mass at 6 pm.
Vestry Meeting – The Vestry will meet on 7 October in the library at 7 pm, and not on the 14th as originally scheduled.
Society of Mary – will meet next month on Saturday 11 October, and not on the first Saturday as customarily scheduled. Please note the change is for this month only.
Episcopal Ministry at Brown / RISD (EMBR)– The Student Group continues its activities for the academic year with Evening Prayer in the Lady Chapel at 5:30 pm followed by supper. All students, undergraduate and graduate, are welcome and invited. For more information, please see Fr. Sawicky.
Wednesday Afternoon Teas – We continue offering tea in the Narthex Wednesday afternoons at 4 pm. This is a great opportunity to open the church to students and passersby, offer hospitality, and enjoy one another’s company. Any parishioners interested in helping out (for example, by bringing baked goods, cookies, or cupcakes) are invited to contact Fr. Sawicky. In any case, drop by, have a cup of tea and say hello! We pack up in time for Evening Prayer at 5:30.
Windows and Floors – you may have noticed the absence of the rugs in the sanctuary, as well as the removal of one of the vent panels in the Ames memorial window on the north wall. These are preliminary steps in two exciting projects now in the works; the repair and refinishing of the sanctuary floor, and the restoration of the stained glass windows along the north aisle of the nave. We’ll keep you posted on further developments.
Brass polishing – We are looking for capable volunteers to polish our brass fixtures and liturgical accoutrements. If you are willing to help, please see Fr. Alexander.
Flower Memorial Opportunities – We will have altar decorations for the Sunday of the Visitation of the Bishop on October 5. This would be an ideal time for someone who wants to order flowers for the High Altar or the statue of our Lady in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for blessings received. The cost per vase for the High Altar is $80 (both vases $160), and $65 for a vase at the Statue of our Lady. Please send a check to the parish office for the amount, and let Cory MacLean know the intentions for which the flowers are offered.
Prayers have been requested for: Nicholas, Jonno, Nancy, Patrick, Will, Townsend, Norman, Priest, David, Hannah, Kaitlyn, Mary, Harrington Priest, Davaughn, Hugh, Beverly, Angela, Rhoda, Henry, Priest, Thomas Shaw, Bishop, James Verdelotti, Priest, Richard, Lynne, Kathleen, and Richard.
The faithful departed: Year’s mind: Daniel Webster Latham (4 October 1986), Madge Lillian Hover Holmes (4 October 1992).
Birthdays this week: William Ripley (September 30th)
Anglican and Diocesan Cycles of Prayer – In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, please pray for The Episcopal Church: The Most Rev’d Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop of TEC ; and in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, please pray for the leadership and people of St. Michael's, Bristol: David Lucey; and for clergy of the Diocese: Ned Gammons, Hedwig Neale, Eloise Nielsen, Marshall Rice, Keith Scott and Stephanie Shoemaker.
Acolytes - MC R Noble; SD R Rose; Thurifer L Verdelotti; Crucifer D Latimer; Torches R Callanan, K Rejto
Lector – RG Noble
Ushers – J Chamberlin, E Drew
Coffee Hour – K & K Benziger
PARISH PROGRAMS, EVENTS & MEETINGS
Wednesday 1 October
Afternoon Tea 4 pm
Vestry Meeting – The Vestry will meet on 7 October in the library at 7 pm, and not on the 14th as originally scheduled.
Society of Mary – will meet next month on Saturday 11 October, and not on the first Saturday as customarily scheduled. Please note the change is for this month only.
Episcopal Ministry at Brown / RISD (EMBR)– The Student Group continues its activities for the academic year with Evening Prayer in the Lady Chapel at 5:30 pm followed by supper. All students, undergraduate and graduate, are welcome and invited. For more information, please see Fr. Sawicky.
Wednesday Afternoon Teas – We continue offering tea in the Narthex Wednesday afternoons at 4 pm. This is a great opportunity to open the church to students and passersby, offer hospitality, and enjoy one another’s company. Any parishioners interested in helping out (for example, by bringing baked goods, cookies, or cupcakes) are invited to contact Fr. Sawicky. In any case, drop by, have a cup of tea and say hello! We pack up in time for Evening Prayer at 5:30.
Windows and Floors – you may have noticed the absence of the rugs in the sanctuary, as well as the removal of one of the vent panels in the Ames memorial window on the north wall. These are preliminary steps in two exciting projects now in the works; the repair and refinishing of the sanctuary floor, and the restoration of the stained glass windows along the north aisle of the nave. We’ll keep you posted on further developments.
Brass polishing – We are looking for capable volunteers to polish our brass fixtures and liturgical accoutrements. If you are willing to help, please see Fr. Alexander.
Flower Memorial Opportunities – We will have altar decorations for the Sunday of the Visitation of the Bishop on October 5. This would be an ideal time for someone who wants to order flowers for the High Altar or the statue of our Lady in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for blessings received. The cost per vase for the High Altar is $80 (both vases $160), and $65 for a vase at the Statue of our Lady. Please send a check to the parish office for the amount, and let Cory MacLean know the intentions for which the flowers are offered.
FOR YOUR PRAYERS
Prayers have been requested for: Nicholas, Jonno, Nancy, Patrick, Will, Townsend, Norman, Priest, David, Hannah, Kaitlyn, Mary, Harrington Priest, Davaughn, Hugh, Beverly, Angela, Rhoda, Henry, Priest, Thomas Shaw, Bishop, James Verdelotti, Priest, Richard, Lynne, Kathleen, and Richard.
The faithful departed: Year’s mind: Daniel Webster Latham (4 October 1986), Madge Lillian Hover Holmes (4 October 1992).
Birthdays this week: William Ripley (September 30th)
Anglican and Diocesan Cycles of Prayer – In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, please pray for The Episcopal Church: The Most Rev’d Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop of TEC ; and in the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer, please pray for the leadership and people of St. Michael's, Bristol: David Lucey; and for clergy of the Diocese: Ned Gammons, Hedwig Neale, Eloise Nielsen, Marshall Rice, Keith Scott and Stephanie Shoemaker.
THE SUNDAY ROTA
Acolytes - MC R Noble; SD R Rose; Thurifer L Verdelotti; Crucifer D Latimer; Torches R Callanan, K Rejto
Lector – RG Noble
Ushers – J Chamberlin, E Drew
Coffee Hour – K & K Benziger
THIS WEEK AT S. STEPHEN’S
Wednesday 1 October
Afternoon Tea 4 pm
Saturday 4 October
Epiphany Soup Kitchen 2 pm
EXTRA-PAROCHIAL EVENTS HOSTED AT S. STEPHEN’S
EXTRA-PAROCHIAL EVENTS HOSTED AT S. STEPHEN’S
Friday 3 October
Reformed University Fellowship 7 pm
LITURGICAL CALENDAR & SERVICE SCHEDULE
Sunday 28 September
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST (G)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Mass 10 am
Evening Prayer with EMBR* 5:30 pm
LITURGICAL CALENDAR & SERVICE SCHEDULE
Sunday 28 September
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST (G)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Mass 10 am
Evening Prayer with EMBR* 5:30 pm
Weekday Office and Mass Lectionary: Proper 21, Year Two
Monday 29 September
SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS (W)
Evening Prayer 5:30 pm
Low Mass 6 pm
Tuesday 30 September
Jerome, Translator of the Scriptures, Teacher, 420 (W)
Morning Prayer 8 am
Low Mass 8:30 am
Wednesday 1 October
Remigius, Bishop of Rheims, Apostle of the Franks, 533 (W)
Thérèse of Lisieux, Carmelite Nun, Spiritual Writer, 1897
Evening Prayer 5:30 pm
Low Mass 6 pm
Thursday 2 October
The Holy Guardian Angels (W)
Morning Prayer 8 am
Low Mass 8:30 am
Friday 3 October
Feria (G)
Angelus 12 noon
Low Mass 12:10 pm
Saturday 4 October
Francis of Assisi, Friar, Deacon, Founder of the Friars Minor, 1226 (W)
Morning Prayer 9 am
Low Mass 9:30 am
Sunday 5 October
FEAST OF THE DEDICATION (W)
Morning Prayer 7:30 am
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Pontifical Mass 10 am
Evening Prayer with EMBR* 5:30 pm
*EMBR = Episcopal Ministry at Brown and RISD
NEXT SUNDAY'S READINGS (October 5)
Feast of the Dedication
Low Mass 8 am
Solemn Pontifical Mass 10 am
Evening Prayer with EMBR* 5:30 pm
*EMBR = Episcopal Ministry at Brown and RISD
NEXT SUNDAY'S READINGS (October 5)
Feast of the Dedication
