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Sunday, September 19
8:50 am Gather for Children's Chapel 9 am Holy Eucharist 5 pm EPIC Youth Group (6-12th grades) Tuesday, September 21 6 pm Avid Readers (in person and on Zoom) Wednesday, September 22 NO Bible Study with Fr. Jackson Wednesday, September 29 3 pm Bible Study with Fr. Jackson Sunday, October 3 - Visit by Bishop Reddall 8:50 am Gather for Children's Chapel 9 am Holy Eucharist 5 pm EPIC Youth Group Saturday, October 23 Make a Difference Day St. Anthony Parish Profile Now Available
Our parish profile that will be used by potential candidates for the position of Rector is now available here. It was recently published to a national database by the Diocese of AZ. Thanks to the team who worked to capture who we are as a faith community and what we would be to become in the future. Continue to hold in your prayers the procdss of finding the right person to led, guide and walk beside us. One Sunday Worship Service Only at 9 am
It has been decided that we will continue with one Sunday worship service at 9 am. This decision will be revisited in October. Changes to COVID Protocol from Dan Austin, Our Sr. Warden
We are amending our coronavirus protocols on masks to ask that all fully vaccinated parishioners consider continuing to wear masks while attending services or other events at St. Anthony. This change reflects the continued spread in Maricopa County of the highly transmissible Delta variant of the virus and the recent CDC finding about this variant's ability to infect even a small number of fully vaccinated people, turning them into potential sources of virus spread. We will continue to urge masks for those who aren't fully vaccinated or who have compromised immune-system or other health issues. We will continue our social-distance protocols. In keeping with our current anti-virus protocols, coffee hour in the Parish Hall after services, scheduled to resume August 15, has been postponed. 11th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Saturday, September 11, 2021 Thanks to all the golfers, the volunteers, those who donated auction items and sponsored holes and those who came for dinner and bought raffle tickets and auction items - you made our annual golf tournament another success. As always every dollar we raise from this tournament goes to our many outreach projects, locally and internationally. We will be posting our results when they are available. In the meantime, here's a couple of pictures from the day. If you have some to share, send them here. Latest On the Way Moments Podcast
Join the podcast crew as they go on the road to Superior, AZ to meet up with an old friend. Find out what the never-predictable James Bruzzi is up to now. Watch it here on YouTube. All of our podcast episodes (audio only) can be found here. Healing Prayer Minister Opportunities
If you have the gift of empathy, an ability to listen, and the compassion of a caring Christian, the Healing Prayer Ministry at St. Anthony is for you. Working with our deacons, members of this ministry station themselves in the Chapel of St. Luke during and after Communion every Sunday to pray with any individual or family who request prayers, sometimes offering thanks to God for blessings received, and other times seeking assurance of God's presence and love in times of difficulty. Training is available, and the rewards of being a companion in prayer when fellow parishioners need it are great. For further information about how you can participate in this ministry, please contact Debbie Hubbs, Parish Administrator, and we will respond. RSVP Requested for All Worship Services
To RSVP, go here. Communion to Go
For those unable to attend an in-person worship service due to health concerns, we offer “communion to go.” Each Sunday from 10-10:15 am a volunteer will be waiting in the church parking lot next to the bell tower to distribute communion to those who have signed up in advance. To sign up, and you must do this each week you would like this, go here. New Smoke-Free Policy for our Campus
Our vestry has enacted a new smoke-free policy for our entire campus. For all the details, please go here. Join a Circle of Grace
At St. Anthony we have kept in touch with each other throughout the past year with an online small group ministry via Zoom called "Circles of Grace." These Circles meet at different times during the week, on different schedules and cover a variety of topics. These groups are always available for folks to join in, meet new friends, learn new things and just stay connected. No judgments here -- come when you can, and we'll be happy to see you. Go to Circles of Grace. Seasoned Saints via Zoom
Due to summer schedules and vacations, from June through Sepember the Seasoned Saints will be only on the first Thursday of each month. For more information, go here. While you're there, take a look at their Summer Happenings newsletter. What a great job of keeping everyone connected. |
Next Avid Readers Gathering
Tuesday, September 21 - 6 pm In the Chapel of St. Luke the Physician/Zoom Avid Readers will meet to discuss The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. Susan Mitchler will lead the discussion. This will be the group’s second “hybrid” meeting – both in-person and via Zoom for those who are at a distance or prefer to join remotely. Please submit your RSVP here to attend in person or via Zoom. The Episcopal Church & Visual Arts
The latest exhibit of ECVA called In the Silence of our Hearts features the work of our own Claudia Smith. Be sure to check out this stunning exhibit. Annual Make a Difference Day
Saturday, October 23 St. Anthony will again participate in this international day of service in Fountain Hills. Our work will involve outside projects only due to COVID. Please go here to see pictures from the past and access the registration form. Indicate that you are with the St. Anthony group. Claudia Johnson is our team leader and will be in touch with everyone who registers closer to the date. Contact her with questions. Thank you for your participation in this fun and special day. New Deacon Candidate
We are pleased to welcome Kay Chasse to St. Anthony as she will be serving her internship here as one of her last steps to ordination. Kay will be learning and serving with us on Sundays beginning immediately. Please welcome Kay and her husband Bob when you see them. Medical Relief Fund to Aid Earthquake Victims in Haiti Established
Following news of the recent hurricane in Haiti, the Haiti Ministry reached out to our friends at Hospital Sainte Croix in Leogane, Haiti, asking how we could help. Although Leogane was not damaged, Pere Michelin, the hospital director, has travelled to the affected area with a mobile medical team to provide aid. Go here for more information. Message from The Rt. Rev. Michael Curry
Regarding Afghan Refugees Go here for a short video message from our Presiding Bishop. The Arts Council September Exhibit
The Arts Council presents "Freedom Explored: The Reimagined World of Donna Klein. This magnificant exhibit will be available for viewing here through the end of Sepember. Usher and Verger Opportunity at Diocesan Convention on October 16 - 10 am
If you would be interested in serving as an usher or verger for the Eucharist for the AZ Diocesan Convention, please contact The Rev. Cn. Chuck+ Milhoan by email or phone. The Most Rev. Michael Curry , our Presiding Bishop, will be the preacher and keynote speaker at the convention. Diocesan Anti-Racism Training
The Diocese of AZ is conducting weekend training sessions on anti-racism. If you are interested in attending, two sessions are scheduled - September 17-18 and September 24-25. Click on the dates to register. The groups are small so register as soon as possible to get a place. "Phishing" Expedition
A new round of scam/spam emails have been going out to members of St. Anthony that appear to be from Fr. Jackson. It comes from a gmail.com acccount (ours is st-anthony.net not gmail) and looks legitimate. However, it isn't. Fr. Jackson would never request that you run an errand for him and send him bitcoin, gift cards or other items of value. If and when you receive these emails, mark them as spam and delete them. If you have any question about the veracity of an email you receive from Fr. Jackson, please call the church office. Wednesday Bible Study with Fr. Jackson
3 pm via Zoom Join the discussion on the Apostle Paul led by Fr. Jackson. All the information, including Zoom link and reference materials can be found here. You won’t want to miss out on this new series. Drop ins are always welcome. EPIC Youth Group – 6-12th Grades
Youth Group is back for the 2021-22 school year. We will meet in the youth room from 5-7 pm and share a meal together. Let’s get ready for a great year ahead! Children's Chapel Sunday at 8:50 am
Children preschool through 5th grade will meet in the Parish Hall at 8:50 am and rejoin their parents for communion during the announcements. If you have any questions or would like to volunteer with the children's ministry, please contact Suzette Woods. Great Opportunity with Walking the Mourner's Path
This ministry needs an administrative person to process orders for our partner churches including responding to church requests, gathering and packing materials, preparing shipments, ensuring materials arrive in a timely basis and processing payments from churches. Skills needed are a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and email. Basic knowledge of QuickBooks a plus. The ideal candidate needs to be able to work independently. The schedule is fairly flexible, and a stipend as compensation for the work is available. Contact Catherine Gilbert if interested. |