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Pat Zavadil delivered the sermon on July 19th. |
The so-called “Gospel” of Thomas will be discussed at our weekly Sunday morning Bible Studies beginning in mid-August. This text of supposed sayings of Jesus was dug up with the Dead Sea Scrolls in the 1950’s. Few scholars believe it is genuine in its entirety, but there are interesting and surprising versions of Jesus’ parables. It is also a fascinating window into the beliefs of some early Christians. Join us at 9am in the Fireplace Room.
Vacation Bible School Begins This Monday, August 3! All are welcome, even if you can’t come for the whole week. Ages for participants range from potty trained to 6th grade. Older children are used as special volunteers with lots of responsibility and chances for leadership and fun. Sign up online at http://www.saintjamesgi.net or at the door. This year’s program is “GOD RULES!” We will learn about the Ten Commandments, the work of the Old Testament Prophets, hear the teachings of Jesus, and learn the Greatest Commandment of them all. Plus Crafts, Games, Science, Snacks and Song! Learn more and register online. Classes for children preschool – 5th grade. Adults in supporting roles and older children are welcome!
Summer Choir is Back In Action Meet on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am in the choir room. No experience required. No vesting, low pressure, come and sing for joy!
Playscape Progress thank you to Harold, Bernie, Jack and Curt for your hard work updating our playscape!
Wiley and the Hairy Man, a family friendly play directed by Krista Ewbank (our secretary), will be presented August 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 2pm at the new Market Center Park and Amphitheater in Southgate (in the shopping center at the corner of Eureka and Trenton, near the MJR movie theater). Enjoy an afternoon in the park with this inventive, spine-tingling tale about a boy named Wiley using his wits to overcome his fears. Tickets are $5 for kids, $10 for adults. There is tiered lawn seating, you are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs. More info at openbooktc.com.
Women on Wednesdays (WOW) meets weekly from 7-9pm in member’s homes to discuss a book of spiritual significance. There’s no homework, because all the reading is done together. Our latest book tells the story of “Women in the Bible.”.There is time for reading, discussion, and catching up with each other. Call Carolyn Hoey (558-9312) for more information.
A Rebuild the Churches Benefit Concert is being coordinated by the diocese. The one-hour Gospel Choirs concert is being held on Sunday, August 9, from 4-5pm, at “Church of the Messiah,” an Episcopal Church in Detroit on 231 E. Grand River. All proceeds go to help rebuild historic black churches burned recently in the American South. CLICK HERE for more information.
Puttin’ on the Green There are two ways you can “play” at the Saint James’ miniature golf party being held at Sportway of Brownstown, 19640 Allen Road on Saturday, August 15 at 10:30 am. 1) Come for all the pizza you can eat and and all the pop you can drink for $5. Cheer on the Saint James mini-golfers as they are puttin’ around the course and then join them for lunch. 2) Come for the 18 holes of miniature golf as well as all the pizza you can eat and all the pop you can drink for $10. If you have children or grandchildren why not invite them to come “play” with you? Sign up sheets are in Galloway Hall but you can also sign up by calling, texting, or emailing David Hartwell at 313 318-9009 or dhartwell4@yahoo.com. Puttin’ on the Green is going to be a lot of fun for young and old alike. Join us for a day of Puttin’, Pizza, Pop, and Prizes. Come “play”.
Dementia Education Series The Interfaith Council announces a series of 10 programs called “Dementia Educational Series II” offered through the downriver Vicariate. This series will run monthly and be hosted at a different downriver church beginning August 8th at Our Lady of the Woods Parish, 21891 Gudith Rd in Woodhaven. The series is presented by HOPE Dementia Ministry LLC – Bringing light to the darkness for those living with dementia and their care partners through education. Each presentation is free and a spiral-bound booklet of information covered during the presentation is available for a donation of $5.
Red Doors Chapel Series – Underground Railroad Lantern Walking Tour Saturday, August 29, 7:00 PM, only a few spaces left. Sign – up in Galloway Hall or call Kate Hartwell 313 318 3275. Hear the incredible stories of the brave people who risked their lives escaping the horrors of slavery, prominent abolitionists who aided them, and influential politicians who courageously raised their voices against oppressive ideology and changed the course of history. Lisette will be there!
Our Next Rummage Sale is Oct 2 and 3. We will begin collecting rummage on September 14th.
Free Books Father Phil is slimming down his collection. Stop in the library and peruse the books on the table. Take home any that interest you!
Spirit of Hope Soup Kitchen: Our next day of service will be Sat. Sept. 19: St. James will do this day alone. There will be 2 shifts. We will not be serving in August, as Sacred Heart will work this day themselves.
Join us for Coffee and Fellowship After the 10am Service in Galloway Hall.
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An On-going Bible Study is held each Sunday at 9 AM in the Fireplace Room.
Fr. Phil’s Open Office Hours are every Tuesday from 4:30-6:30pm. These are open drop-in hours, so you do not need an appointment. These meetings are usually 30 minutes or less. For a longer meeting call or email ahead to schedule a time.
Join us for a Weekday Eucharist every Wednesday at 10:15 am in the chapel. Wednesdays at 11 am join us for a spontaneous potluck in Galloway Hall.
CELEBRATIONS & PRAYERS
Birthdays this week:
| Adrienne Gorris Gall (8/2) | Randy Mammo (8/2) | Luke Larkin (8/2) | |
| Geraldine Bidari (8/30) | Ben Howes (8/3) | Audrey Miles (8/4) | |
| James Treadwell (8/4) | Lindsey Bohl (8/5) | Bobby Bohl (8/5) | |
| Tessa Robinson (8/5) | Eddie Gall (8/6) | Kathryn Schroeder (8/6) | |
| Russell Turner (8/7) | Connor Glover (8/8) | Alexander Bidari (8/5) | |
| Jason Bandy (8/9) | Emily Kiblawi (8/9) |
Wedding Anniversaries:
| Cassandra & Brad Lazorka (8/7) | Christina & Matthew Armbruster 8/9) | ||
| Jill & Jay Craig (7/29) | Walt & Kira Carroll (8/1) |
Healing prayers for:
| Lee | Jerry Zavadil | David Crysler | |
| Joanne | John Kurth | Marsha Childress | |
| Pete Fernandez | Jean Fernandez | Andrew Brunell | |
| Jerry | Van Johns | Charles | |
| Stephen Conner | Dylan Neal | Carol Tyler Gacioch | |
| Robert | Michael Gratz | Dorothy Galloway Crooks | |
| Judy Williams | Julieanne Kohn | Andrew |
Pray for the infirm & homebound:
| Sally Frisch |
Pray for those serving in The Church For leaders of the worldwide church, for Philip our priest, members of our vestry, heads of our guilds & committees, and the staff and lay leaders of this congregation; for those engaged in mission work, for Jamie Treadwell in England, Todd and Patsy McGregor & family in Kenya, El Hogar in Honduras, and the Spirit of Hope Soup Kitchen in Detroit.
Pray for those serving in the military: Drew, Jimmy Adams, AJ Allen, Billie Ray Brewer, John Chambers, J.B. Faistenhammer, Cristopher Gernand, Devon Goyert, Steven Grzywa Jr., Matt Hertl, Keith Johnson, Laura Levillier, Blake Liddle, Ken Matthews, Buckley Neal, PJ Ramsey, Brett Ready, Ronald Riling, Christopher Rodgers, Kristina Rodgers, Bettina Sauter, Jonathan Southerland, Jeff Speer, and Travis Tam.
To ensure our Lists are current Petitions for healing are listed for 4 weeks per submission. Names may be re-submitted any number of times to office@saintjamesgi.net.