Saint Benedict Episcopal Church

Vicars Voice - Stewardship

One of my favorite short stories of all time is a D.H. Lawrence story called, The Rocking Horse Winner. In the story, this middle class family is constantly plagued with the whisper that jangles through the house and in the very core of the family: “There must be more money” To escape this anxious constant whisper, the little boy in the family climbs onto his rocking horse and peddles faster and faster longing to escape the vexing haunted emptiness of his life.  Full Story

 

 

 

 

November Servant Ministry Schedule

 

November Lectionary Schedule 

 

November Calendar

 

Little Red School House Report

This report is delayed because the final  figures were not available for the September and October Benedictions. The Little Red Schoolhouse Project distributes clothes and school supplies to school children the third Thursday of August yearly.  More

Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration

The Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration will be at United Churches of Olympia at 3:00 on November 18th.  Come celebrate with brother and sister believers of all different faiths... More

Family Fellowship Meals - November 11th!!

 

Advent is Coming: A new church year and a new Lectionary

The Episcopal Church of the USA (ECUSA) decided at its last general convention to adopt the Revised Common Lectionary cycle. This RCL as it is called is an ecumenical cycle of reading that puts our readings or lectionary in line with other liturgical church traditions and offers us a larger cross section of readings in its three year cycle than we have experienced. Full Article

St. Benedict Budget Breakdown Goals

Please click here for the breakdown and explinaions of the below pie.

  

Why Faith and Good Works?? by Lacey O'delle Smith

As you may have noticed, the past few articles from me have dealt with faith and good works. In September’s issue I reflected on prayer, good works and the Democratic Debate (to which Tony had a great Reader’s Response) and then last month we discussed the Big Bang experiment and having faith in a Being that we can’t directly see. This month, I am going to wrap up my discussion on prayer and good works as we gear up for stewardship. Full Article

Growing in Christ Schedule

 

The Bishops Committee and You

It’s going to be here before you know it! Yes, it’s time for you to begin to pray about whether God may be calling you to stand for election to the Bishop’s Committee in 2008. The Bishop’s Committee is an enthusiastic, energetic group of people who  act as a decision-making body for St. Benedict. Full Article 

Kids Corner

We continue our reading from Luke with 20:27-34-38. This month we are doing another word search. Look for a more challenging crossword puzzle next month!

Luke 20:27(28-33) 34-38

Are you a younger member and looking for something just for you on Sundays?

Click here to find out more about Sudnay School and Children's Chapel.

October Crossword answer

Thank You All for your generosity in helping our community this Harvest Sunday 2007! Just look at all of the love in that picture!!     God Bless!

 

What is New with the Community Dinners?

Your Community Dinners are a great success. We are reaching more and more people and are providing food to hungry people through our food bank. We need folks who are willing and called to take on leadership positions for these ministries. As a congregation, we have felt called to ministries of hospitality and feeding. Here is how you can help: Cont.

Community Dinner - 24th November

Community Dinners are on the 4th Saturday of every month. Pick up points are: 2:30 Camp Quixote and 3:00 Drexel House.

Interested in Baptism, Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Vows in Confirmtion, Reception or Reaffirmation?

If you are thinking about being baptized or renewing your Baptismal vows before the bishop, talk with Georgi about your interest.  You are encouraged to participate in the Sunday Growing in Christ series. This class is not only the St. Benedict's "preparation" for an adult commitment, but a good opportunity  for all to grow in faith and community support.  More

Order of St. Luke by Deacon Zula Johnston

October 18th is marked as the Feast of Saint Luke, the Physician. Traditionally on that day the church recognizes the gifts of physicians, dentists, nurses, physical therapists, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, veterinary technicians, dental technicians and all others who are engaged in the healing arts and sciences. We recognize their gifts as God given and praise God for these people whose hands, hearts and minds bring God’s gifts of health and healing to us. Today, please say a prayer of thanksgiving for all health care professionals who tough your life. Full Article

Something You May Need to Know

We have a need to clean up our act.  Yes, the way we have been misusing our recycling bins has become an issue. More 

 

  

New Columbarium Addition

If you have recently strolled through the beautiful Columbarium area, you may have noticed something new. This beautiful cedar plaque case masterpiece was designed and built by our very talented Rev. Tony Irving. In addition, our three "wise men," Bob Carmichael, Dervin Ask, and Gary Grewel, dug holes, cleared the spot, and generally helped Tony wherever needed. Full Story