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The Episcopal Parish of the Church of The Mediator &
the Church of Our Redeemer September 2013
Come and hear The Rev. Chris Robinson speak about his recent trip to Israel! Wednesday evening, September 18 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall in McComb Wine and light appetizers will be served
From the Senior Warden Making Disciples is All About Relationships I am reading a book, Reclaiming the Great Commission, by Bishop Claude E. Payne and Hamilton Beazley. Bishop Payne was the Bishop of the Diocese of Texas; he is now retired. His vision of the church for our time calls for the church to send disciples to make disciples of the unchurched for Christ. In the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) Jesus said to his disciples, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations; baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you.” (NJB) He believes that many mainline churches have forgotten the purpose of the church. They are in a Maintenance Model (taking care of their members) instead of a Missionary Model which focuses on sending disciples to make disciples of the unchurched. His vision calls for a return to the Missionary Model which the early church used, but makes it or updates it for the twenty-first century. Building relationships with the unchurched through service will allow them to see the community of believers making a difference. This book makes me a little uncomfortable, and I guess Bishop Payne sees our comfort in only taking care of our own in our church as a major reason for the decline and lack of interest in our church by the unchurched. This Missionary Model seems radical to most of us today, but was the focus of the early church. If we want to reach the unchurched, this book gives ideas for parishioners to think about and discuss. When I finish this book, I will be ready for discussion. Jack Seale Sr. Warden Financial News Dear Church Family,
Well, I’m guessing that July may have been the hardest month we’ve had thus far. Our income from pledges and plate offerings was down a bit to $10,214.47, and our expenses were $18,268.07 leaving us in the red $8,053.60. We have had some extra expenses such as $600 for Camp Bratton-Green; $1,000 for down payment on an organ for Magnolia; $3,327.70 for a copier; and $2,681.42 for the fence around the playground. Now that summer is over and everyone is back into a routine, I truly have faith that we will go back to the positive numbers again. I wouldn’t want Jesus to say the same thing to us that he said to Peter, “O, ye of little faith”. God is Good! Cindy
Sunday School Kick Off September 8th, 2014 -- 9:30 am -- Parish Hall, Church of the Mediator Pre-k through Senior High A nursery will be provided Refreshment Time! Following Labor Day, we will resume refreshments after the 10:30 service in McComb. We need volunteers to purchase or prepare simple or fancy items (your choice, we appreciate anything you do) and serve them after church. Wine is provided. You can volunteer as often or as seldom as you prefer— if you are willing help, please call Kathy Assaf at 601-341-0100 or email [email protected].
Holly Burris Performance Come and hear storyteller Holly Burris perform “Dying Order,” a witty and humorous Southern tale about best-laid plans that are thwarted by the comic messiness of life. It ultimately reminds us that God most certainly has a great sense of humor. Saturday, September 7 at 4:00pm in the McComb Parish Hall, with a reception following. Centering Prayer Resumes The Centering Prayer group will resume their weekly meeting on Friday, September 6 th at 8:00 am, and generally lasts 40 to 45 minutes. We invite anyone, in the parish or not, to join us for this spiritual exercise. Centering Prayer is the practice of meditating silently, for about 20 minutes, sitting quietly in God's presence. It requires no special "skills" and can be used by anyone willing to give the time to deepen a relationship with God. Currently our group consists of five members who come as they can, and also continue this practice individually during the week, as they are able. We also consist of three different Christian denomination Come and join us if you are drawn to do so, or if you are simply curious. Or call Sally Johnson, 601-783-0508, or anyone else in the group, if you have any questions you'd like answered.
Steel Magnolias
Three of the Parish’s own actresses will appear in Pike County Little Theatre’s upcoming production of “Steel Magnolias”. Come see Nancy Addison, Cindy Stewart & Frankie Watt Sept. 5-8 at the Little Theatre building on State Street. Evening performances are at 7pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2pm.
Honduras Mission Team Congratulations to Chip Leggett and Betsy Enochs for being chosen once again to be part of the Honduras Medical Mission team. They will leave on Saturday, February 15, 2014, and return Saturday, February 22. The team is offering a new opportunity for parishioners across the diocese to assist with the mission. Over the years the team has developed an affordable and sensible “family pack” approach for needs for routine ailments by creating standardized packages of normal household remedies to give to every family unit coming through the clinic. The team is asking parishioners to visit their local Dollar Tree, Everything’s a Dollar or similar store and purchase some of the items listed below. These stores sell appropriate size containers and the products can be purchased according to their budget and heart. Approximately 3,000 of every item will be given out so there is plenty of need. Some may want to buy $5 worth and others may feel led to purchase $500 worth. Again, the team will take all they can get. The deadline for bringing the items to the churches or to the Parish office is Sunday, September 29. Laurel team members will consolidate and pack for shipment to Honduras. Please contact Chip Leggett at 601-783-2361 if you have questions. Lastly, the team bids your prayers over the coming months as they undertake this task. Items Needed Antifungal Cream Dyphenhyramine Elizir (generic Benadryl Liquid) Children’s Pain Reliever (Generic Tylenol Liquid) Generic Pepto Bismal Tablets or Liquid
Eye Drops – Murine or similar kind Antibiotic Cream Hydrocortisone Cream Antacid Tablets (Generic Tums)
September Celebrations Birthdays 2 – Paul Shellem 2 – Carol Grenn 3 – Debra Rutland 5 – Andrea Lazarus 8 – Rev. Sam Tomlinson 9 – Jamie Foreman 15 – Rev. Melanie Lemburg 17 – Emma Temple 17 – Stephen Sawyer
18 – Troy Andrew 19 – Clyde Johnson 21 – Roenell Selph 24 – Ardele Barber 25 – Allyson McDonald 27 – Sally Johnson Anniversaries 4 – Norman & Marjean Gillis 10 – Edward & Nona Peebles
THOSE WHO SERVE IN SEPTEMBER OUR REDEEMER-M AGNOLIA September 1
Server: Judy Johnson
THE MEDIATOR-McCOMB Server: Ronnie DeHabermann
15 Pentecost
Lectors: George Goza & Judy Johnson Usher: Wallace Pope Greeter: Jack Seale Altar:
September 8 16 Pentecost
Server: Curt Lamar Lectors: Sall y Johnson & Jack Seale Usher: George Goza Greeter: Jack Seale Altar: Judy Johnson
September 15 17 Pentecost
Server: Chip Leggett Lectors: Jerry Padgett & Elizabeth Woodall Usher: Jack Seale Greeter: Jack Seale Altar:
September 22 18 Pentecost
Server: Jack Seale Lectors: Nanc y Koehler &Curt Lamar Usher: Chip Leggett Greeter: George Goza Altar: Virginia Goza
Lectors: Jack Seale & Kathy Holmes Ushers: Mike Faust & Tom Assaf Greeter: Norman Gillis, Jr. Altar: Noriko Faust Server: Jack Seale Lectors: Norman Gillis, Jr. & Larry Stew art Ushers: Tommy McKenzie & Norman Gillis, Jr. Greeter: Kathy Holmes Altar: Virginia Pope Server: Kathy Holmes Lectors: Ronnie DeHabermann & JoAnn Saw yer Ushers: Frederick Stephens &Tom Assaf Greeter: Ronnie DeHabermann Altar: Carol yn Stephens Server: Tommy McKenzie Lectors: Kathy Holmes & Judy Johnson Ushers: Norman Gillis, Jr. & Mike Faust Greeter: JoAnn Saw yer Altar:
September 29 - 19 Pentecost Combined Service in McComb 10:30 Potluck Following Server: Ronnie DeHabermann Lectors: George Goza & Larry Stew art Ushers: Wallace Pope & Tommy McKenzie Greeter: Tom Assaf Altar: Wednesda y Altars: Dana Lamar
For your Prayers Ann Brock Brunson, Kaitlyn Smith, Larue Byrd, Wayne Pigott, Joyce O’Neal, Cindy Brumfield, Louis Holmes, Ethel Moak, Kathy Jones, Cindy Price, Jessie Coker, Bobby, Matthew & Griffin Brown, Ginger Madgwick, George Martin, Sr., Jimmy Alford, Kathy Holmes, Sherry Perry Hoffman, Rachelle Taylor, Ron and Pam Kagel, Ray Sawyer, Mary Alice Harvey, Marjory Dunaway, Vondee Carey, Doug Sawyer, Lynne DeHabermann, Nick Kelleher, Winnie Len Howell, Jimmy Harris, and Dr. Bennett York and family. PRIVATE PRAYER CHAIN In addition to the public prayer list, a small group of people are committed to praying every day for those on our private list. We do not talk publicly about those on our list. We believe strongly in the power of prayer for healing, as we have seen the power of God in answered prayers over the years. If you have anyone you wish to put on this list call Carolyn Stephens at601-684-3408601-248-9144.If you would like to join this group of dedicated prayer angels, call Carolyn. We ask that if you put someone on the list that you keep us updated, otherwise we find ourselves praying for someone who no longer needs our prayers, and the list can get lengthy.
SCHEDULE OF REGULAR CHURCH SERVICES Sunday 8:00 am—Magnolia, Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer 10:30 am—McComb, Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer (Nursery provided) 9:30 am—Adult Christian Formation, McComb Solomon Building Wednesday 12:05 pm—McComb, Holy Eucharist or Noonday Prayer 5th Sunday services combined at McComb church with potluck lunch HOW TO REACH US Church of the Mediator 215 N. Broadway McComb, MS 39648
Church of Our Redeemer 101 Magnolia Street Magnolia, MS 39652
Mailing address: P O Box 1001, McComb, MS 39649 Parish Office: 304 Clark Ave., McComb Phone: 601-684-5682 Email: [email protected] Website: mediatorredeemer.dioms.org Rev. Chris Robinson – [email protected], 601-810-8434 Jack Seale, Sr. Warden — [email protected], 601-810-0080 Ronnie DeHabermann, Jr. Warden – [email protected], 601-996-9281
Don’t forget to visit our Parish website often! www.mediatorredeemer.dioms.org
from
The Episcopal Parish of the Church of The Mediator &
the Church of Our Redeemer September 2013
Come and hear The Rev. Chris Robinson speak about his recent trip to Israel! Wednesday evening, September 18 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall in McComb Wine and light appetizers will be served
From the Senior Warden Making Disciples is All About Relationships I am reading a book, Reclaiming the Great Commission, by Bishop Claude E. Payne and Hamilton Beazley. Bishop Payne was the Bishop of the Diocese of Texas; he is now retired. His vision of the church for our time calls for the church to send disciples to make disciples of the unchurched for Christ. In the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) Jesus said to his disciples, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations; baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you.” (NJB) He believes that many mainline churches have forgotten the purpose of the church. They are in a Maintenance Model (taking care of their members) instead of a Missionary Model which focuses on sending disciples to make disciples of the unchurched. His vision calls for a return to the Missionary Model which the early church used, but makes it or updates it for the twenty-first century. Building relationships with the unchurched through service will allow them to see the community of believers making a difference. This book makes me a little uncomfortable, and I guess Bishop Payne sees our comfort in only taking care of our own in our church as a major reason for the decline and lack of interest in our church by the unchurched. This Missionary Model seems radical to most of us today, but was the focus of the early church. If we want to reach the unchurched, this book gives ideas for parishioners to think about and discuss. When I finish this book, I will be ready for discussion. Jack Seale Sr. Warden Financial News Dear Church Family,
Well, I’m guessing that July may have been the hardest month we’ve had thus far. Our income from pledges and plate offerings was down a bit to $10,214.47, and our expenses were $18,268.07 leaving us in the red $8,053.60. We have had some extra expenses such as $600 for Camp Bratton-Green; $1,000 for down payment on an organ for Magnolia; $3,327.70 for a copier; and $2,681.42 for the fence around the playground. Now that summer is over and everyone is back into a routine, I truly have faith that we will go back to the positive numbers again. I wouldn’t want Jesus to say the same thing to us that he said to Peter, “O, ye of little faith”. God is Good! Cindy
Sunday School Kick Off September 8th, 2014 -- 9:30 am -- Parish Hall, Church of the Mediator Pre-k through Senior High A nursery will be provided Refreshment Time! Following Labor Day, we will resume refreshments after the 10:30 service in McComb. We need volunteers to purchase or prepare simple or fancy items (your choice, we appreciate anything you do) and serve them after church. Wine is provided. You can volunteer as often or as seldom as you prefer— if you are willing help, please call Kathy Assaf at 601-341-0100 or email [email protected].
Holly Burris Performance Come and hear storyteller Holly Burris perform “Dying Order,” a witty and humorous Southern tale about best-laid plans that are thwarted by the comic messiness of life. It ultimately reminds us that God most certainly has a great sense of humor. Saturday, September 7 at 4:00pm in the McComb Parish Hall, with a reception following. Centering Prayer Resumes The Centering Prayer group will resume their weekly meeting on Friday, September 6 th at 8:00 am, and generally lasts 40 to 45 minutes. We invite anyone, in the parish or not, to join us for this spiritual exercise. Centering Prayer is the practice of meditating silently, for about 20 minutes, sitting quietly in God's presence. It requires no special "skills" and can be used by anyone willing to give the time to deepen a relationship with God. Currently our group consists of five members who come as they can, and also continue this practice individually during the week, as they are able. We also consist of three different Christian denomination Come and join us if you are drawn to do so, or if you are simply curious. Or call Sally Johnson, 601-783-0508, or anyone else in the group, if you have any questions you'd like answered.
Steel Magnolias
Three of the Parish’s own actresses will appear in Pike County Little Theatre’s upcoming production of “Steel Magnolias”. Come see Nancy Addison, Cindy Stewart & Frankie Watt Sept. 5-8 at the Little Theatre building on State Street. Evening performances are at 7pm and the Sunday matinee is at 2pm.
Honduras Mission Team Congratulations to Chip Leggett and Betsy Enochs for being chosen once again to be part of the Honduras Medical Mission team. They will leave on Saturday, February 15, 2014, and return Saturday, February 22. The team is offering a new opportunity for parishioners across the diocese to assist with the mission. Over the years the team has developed an affordable and sensible “family pack” approach for needs for routine ailments by creating standardized packages of normal household remedies to give to every family unit coming through the clinic. The team is asking parishioners to visit their local Dollar Tree, Everything’s a Dollar or similar store and purchase some of the items listed below. These stores sell appropriate size containers and the products can be purchased according to their budget and heart. Approximately 3,000 of every item will be given out so there is plenty of need. Some may want to buy $5 worth and others may feel led to purchase $500 worth. Again, the team will take all they can get. The deadline for bringing the items to the churches or to the Parish office is Sunday, September 29. Laurel team members will consolidate and pack for shipment to Honduras. Please contact Chip Leggett at 601-783-2361 if you have questions. Lastly, the team bids your prayers over the coming months as they undertake this task. Items Needed Antifungal Cream Dyphenhyramine Elizir (generic Benadryl Liquid) Children’s Pain Reliever (Generic Tylenol Liquid) Generic Pepto Bismal Tablets or Liquid
Eye Drops – Murine or similar kind Antibiotic Cream Hydrocortisone Cream Antacid Tablets (Generic Tums)
September Celebrations Birthdays 2 – Paul Shellem 2 – Carol Grenn 3 – Debra Rutland 5 – Andrea Lazarus 8 – Rev. Sam Tomlinson 9 – Jamie Foreman 15 – Rev. Melanie Lemburg 17 – Emma Temple 17 – Stephen Sawyer
18 – Troy Andrew 19 – Clyde Johnson 21 – Roenell Selph 24 – Ardele Barber 25 – Allyson McDonald 27 – Sally Johnson Anniversaries 4 – Norman & Marjean Gillis 10 – Edward & Nona Peebles
THOSE WHO SERVE IN SEPTEMBER OUR REDEEMER-M AGNOLIA September 1
Server: Judy Johnson
THE MEDIATOR-McCOMB Server: Ronnie DeHabermann
15 Pentecost
Lectors: George Goza & Judy Johnson Usher: Wallace Pope Greeter: Jack Seale Altar:
September 8 16 Pentecost
Server: Curt Lamar Lectors: Sall y Johnson & Jack Seale Usher: George Goza Greeter: Jack Seale Altar: Judy Johnson
September 15 17 Pentecost
Server: Chip Leggett Lectors: Jerry Padgett & Elizabeth Woodall Usher: Jack Seale Greeter: Jack Seale Altar:
September 22 18 Pentecost
Server: Jack Seale Lectors: Nanc y Koehler &Curt Lamar Usher: Chip Leggett Greeter: George Goza Altar: Virginia Goza
Lectors: Jack Seale & Kathy Holmes Ushers: Mike Faust & Tom Assaf Greeter: Norman Gillis, Jr. Altar: Noriko Faust Server: Jack Seale Lectors: Norman Gillis, Jr. & Larry Stew art Ushers: Tommy McKenzie & Norman Gillis, Jr. Greeter: Kathy Holmes Altar: Virginia Pope Server: Kathy Holmes Lectors: Ronnie DeHabermann & JoAnn Saw yer Ushers: Frederick Stephens &Tom Assaf Greeter: Ronnie DeHabermann Altar: Carol yn Stephens Server: Tommy McKenzie Lectors: Kathy Holmes & Judy Johnson Ushers: Norman Gillis, Jr. & Mike Faust Greeter: JoAnn Saw yer Altar:
September 29 - 19 Pentecost Combined Service in McComb 10:30 Potluck Following Server: Ronnie DeHabermann Lectors: George Goza & Larry Stew art Ushers: Wallace Pope & Tommy McKenzie Greeter: Tom Assaf Altar: Wednesda y Altars: Dana Lamar
For your Prayers Ann Brock Brunson, Kaitlyn Smith, Larue Byrd, Wayne Pigott, Joyce O’Neal, Cindy Brumfield, Louis Holmes, Ethel Moak, Kathy Jones, Cindy Price, Jessie Coker, Bobby, Matthew & Griffin Brown, Ginger Madgwick, George Martin, Sr., Jimmy Alford, Kathy Holmes, Sherry Perry Hoffman, Rachelle Taylor, Ron and Pam Kagel, Ray Sawyer, Mary Alice Harvey, Marjory Dunaway, Vondee Carey, Doug Sawyer, Lynne DeHabermann, Nick Kelleher, Winnie Len Howell, Jimmy Harris, and Dr. Bennett York and family. PRIVATE PRAYER CHAIN In addition to the public prayer list, a small group of people are committed to praying every day for those on our private list. We do not talk publicly about those on our list. We believe strongly in the power of prayer for healing, as we have seen the power of God in answered prayers over the years. If you have anyone you wish to put on this list call Carolyn Stephens at601-684-3408601-248-9144.If you would like to join this group of dedicated prayer angels, call Carolyn. We ask that if you put someone on the list that you keep us updated, otherwise we find ourselves praying for someone who no longer needs our prayers, and the list can get lengthy.
SCHEDULE OF REGULAR CHURCH SERVICES Sunday 8:00 am—Magnolia, Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer 10:30 am—McComb, Holy Eucharist or Morning Prayer (Nursery provided) 9:30 am—Adult Christian Formation, McComb Solomon Building Wednesday 12:05 pm—McComb, Holy Eucharist or Noonday Prayer 5th Sunday services combined at McComb church with potluck lunch HOW TO REACH US Church of the Mediator 215 N. Broadway McComb, MS 39648
Church of Our Redeemer 101 Magnolia Street Magnolia, MS 39652
Mailing address: P O Box 1001, McComb, MS 39649 Parish Office: 304 Clark Ave., McComb Phone: 601-684-5682 Email: [email protected] Website: mediatorredeemer.dioms.org Rev. Chris Robinson – [email protected], 601-810-8434 Jack Seale, Sr. Warden — [email protected], 601-810-0080 Ronnie DeHabermann, Jr. Warden – [email protected], 601-996-9281
Don’t forget to visit our Parish website often! www.mediatorredeemer.dioms.org
