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NEXT SUNDAY, NOV 5,
IS ALL SAINTS DAY!
BONUS BONFIRE! The St. James men’s group invites you to another bonfire at the fire ring behind the church on Friday, Oct 27 at 6:30pm (weather permitting). Bring a lawn chair and a snack and/or beverage. There will be sing-alongs and games! This is a family-friendly bonfire.
THE STEEPLE CHASERS “LETS ROCK” ROADTRIP…..to Tiffin, Ohio is set for Sat, Nov 4. In the evening we’ll go to the historic 1928 Ritz Theatre to hear the “Hit Men” (each of the 5 band members played in some of rock’s most iconic bands). We will spend the night at a local hotel and on Sunday morning attend the 10 o’clock service at Old Trinity Episcopal Church. David Hartwell blocked 20 $40 tickets for The Hit Men rock concert at The Ritz Theatre.
Reach out to Kate and David Hartwell to learn more about this trip down memory lane! David and Kate Hartwell (313-313-9009 & 313-318-3275)
BAPTISMS ARE INVITED on the Sunday of All Saints, celebrated on the first Sunday after November 1: this year, November 5. Speak to Fr. Phil if you would like to know more about Baptism.
WEAR WHITE next Sunday to get into the spirit of the holy-day of All Saints.
KIDS, TWEENS, AND TEENS: could you acolyte at the 10am service? On Sunday, Nov 12, we’ll do a training and schedule the next few months. TY!
YOUNG PEOPLE CAN BE LAY READERS, greeters, ushers, on vestry, and more. Sen an email to goodnews@saintjamesgi.net and we’ll get you connected!
FRIDAY FILL-UP “BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK” is a new ministry to help alleviate childhood hunger on Grosse Ile. Every Friday a bag of healthy, pre-packaged food is sent home with needy kids who are identified by school principals and anonymous to us and the bags are returned on Mondays. You can help by donating food in the hallway basket or by helping to fill the bags on Friday mornings at 10:30am. For more information, feel free to contact Mary Ann Danville at mdanville1@comcast.net
BOAR’S HEAD TICKETS are going fast! Find them at boarsheadgi.com for performances on December 7, 8, 9, 10. The Grosse Ile Boar’s Head Festival is a 400-person community event with full orchestra, an original score, a choir of 40-50, and many moving moments. Fun and simple roles are still available! Sign up at https://bit.ly/bhvolunteer23.
KRAVING A KRINGLE? The Men’s Group is hosting its second Kringle fundraiser! A Kringle is a pastry of fruits and nuts that also comes in specialty flavors of chocolate, cinnamon, and cheesecake. There are 12 delicious “flavors” to choose from. Order now for delivery by the Christmas holiday. $12 each. Reach out to David Hartwell, Burdette Milkins, or Peter Jett to place your order. Their contact info is in the new directory. Proceed will benefit the Friday Fill-Up Backpack project that benefits Grosse Ile schools children in need of food on the weekends.
THE THANKS+GIVING FUN RUN is back for our 10th Annual event! Walk or run along East River on Thanksgiving morning for a 1-Mile Kids Dash at 8:30 a.m. or a 5K at 9:00 a.m. We put the FUN in fun run, so bring kids, pets, & strollers, and invite family and friends. There are even prizes and free snacks! Register at SaintJamesGI.net. Want to help instead? We’re in need of volunteers in the kitchen and as a safety driver. See Libby c: 734-775-8009 or Sherri c: 313-384-1488 if you would like to volunteer. It’s a great time!
CHARLES DICKENS IS COMING to Saint James on Saturday, December 23, at 7:00 p.m. in our historic chapel. Come and see our own Mark McPherson transform in character into Charles Dickens in a short two-act performance sure to get you into the Christmas Spirit. There’s no cost of admission, free-will donations will benefit the Friday Fill-Up Backpack project that benefits Grosse Ile schools children in need of access to food on the weekends. Supported by the Men’s Group and ECW.
BOOK GROUP MEETS THURSDAYS at 10:30 a.m. in the library across from the office. For Nov 2 we’ll read chapter 3 of “How the Irish Saved Civilization.” It’s an open drop-in study. Come any time!
RECEIVE CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS BY EMAIL by adding yourself to the mailing list at http://eepurl.com/hfL-Az. Please also add us to your contact list: stjamessunrise@gmail.com
UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION OR PHOTO by sending an email to goodnews@saintjamesgi.net or calling 734-676-1727.
MEMBER DIRECTORIES are available on demand. Reach out to us in the office if you would like one, either in print or as a digital copy.
ANNOUNCEMENTS can be added by emailing the paragraph you would like us to print to goodnews@saintjamesgi.net. We’ll make it happen!
YOUTUBE SERMONS can be found at YouTube.com/SaintJamesGi and on our website at www.saintjamesgi.net
“SAINT’S STORIES” SERVICES are held in the chapel on Wednesday mornings at 10:15am. An optional potluck lunch follows.
CHECK THE OFFICE CALENDAR when scheduling events at Saint James. Contact Colleen in the office at 734-676-1727 or office@saintjamesgi.net.
NEWER MEMBERS, please fill out a new member form on the resource table so we can reach out to you with parish updates!
FR. PHIL’S OPEN OFFICE DROP-IN HOURS are Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m.
SERMONS are posted online at SaintJamesGi.net
GLUTEN FREE WAFERS are always available at communion. Just ask!
SECRETARY OFFICE HOURS: Tue 9-2, Weds 9-3 and Thurs 9-4.
CALL OR TEXT FR. PHIL at 734-775-7140. |
