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RSVP FOR IN-PERSON SERVICES
If you plan on attending this Sunday's in-person service Click here to make a reservation MESSAGES FROM OUR MEMBERS Today we begin a series of short videos from some of our members, reminding us of some of the things we love about St. Augustine’s. During this time of great flux and uncertainty in our community and world, St. Augustine of Canterbury is grateful for the faithful and generous support of people like you. Today, we highlight Valerie Hall and hear what St. Augustine’s means to her. 2020 MINISTRY FAIR THEME: INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF ST. AUGUSTINE…INVEST IN YOURSELF! MATTHEW 20:1-16 This year, our annual Ministry Fair will be featured via a special video during the 10:45am service THIS Sunday, September 20th. Members will be able to sign up for any ministry at St. Augustine, but that Sunday, ten specific ministries will be spotlighted by video. They’ll include Altar Guild, Usher Team, Greeter Team, Intercessors/Lectors, Video/Tech Team, Eucharistic Visitors, Music Team, Outreach, and a new ministry - Here I Am, Send Me! Stay tuned to the announcements for more Ministry Fair details, or email memberengagement@sac-okc.org. NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY St. Augustine’s is partnering with the national Episcopal Church to encourage every American to plan to vote and vote faithfully! Election season is upon us in the U.S., and now is the time to make sure you – and those in your community – are ready. This year, many states have updated how voters can cast their ballot with no-excuse absentee ballots, early voting, and other measures to allow Americans to vote safely in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. National Voter Registration Day is Tuesday, September 22nd. As a part of your civic duty we encourage you to go out and vote! Make sure you are registered to vote by Tuesday September 22nd. For more information and resources visit: https://nationalvoterregistrationday.org/ or https://episcopalchurch.org/posts/ogr/plan-your-vote ECW BAKE SALE With everything that has been going on and the cancellation of the Canterbury Faire, the ECW has decided to do a bake sale. The proceeds that they make during the Canterbury Faire go to assisting the women and families at Jesus House. This year they will be selling a limited amount of baked goods and also a "bakeless" option for those who would like to donate but are not interested in ordering any baked goods. Click HERE to see the full menu and contact Patsy when you are ready to place your order. Orders will be taken until September 23rd. All baked goods will be available for contactless pickup on October 4th. SPECIAL SERVICE TO CELEBRATE ANIMAL FRIENDS On Sunday, October 4th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. we will have a modified version of our Annual Blessing of Pets at St. Augustine’s. This year, due to the COVID-19 restrictions, we will offer a “Bark-N-Bless” drive-through blessing for all of our feathered, finned, and furry friends. As always, we encourage you to invite someone to this exciting St. Augustine’s event! OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
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2020 MINISTRY FAIR
THEME: INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF ST. AUGUSTINE…INVEST IN YOURSELF! MATTHEW 20:1-16 This year, our annual Ministry Fair will be featured via a special video during the 10:45am service on September 20th. Members will be able to sign up for any ministry at St. Augustine, but that Sunday, ten specific ministries will be spotlighted by video. They’ll include Altar Guild, Usher Team, Greeter Team, Intercessors/Lectors, Acolytes, Video/Tech Team, Eucharistic Visitors, Music Team, Outreach, and a new ministry - Here I Am, Send Me! Stay tuned to the announcements for more Ministry Fair details, or email memberengagement@sac-okc.org. PIZZA WITH THE PRIEST ON ZOOM The Clergy, Vestry and Staff of St. Augustine's cordially invite any new attenders to “Pizza with the Priest” on Sunday, September 20th at 12:30pm (following the close of our 10:45am worship service) virtually via Zoom. This event is an opportunity to find out more about St. Augustine's in an informal setting for newer attendees. We'll discuss pathways to membership and how to become more involved. It’s also a way to meet other folks who have been worshipping with us and have found St. Auggie’s to be a welcoming and exciting community of faith. We anticipate the event to last an hour+ or so. Please reach out to Sarah-Emily Steinhardt - our Member Engagement Coordinator to RSVP or get more details MemberEngagement@sac-okc.org or call the church office at 405-751-7874. ECW BAKE SALE With everything that has been going on and the cancellation of the Canterbury Faire, the ECW has decided to do a bake sale. The proceeds that they make during the Canterbury Faire go to assisting the women and families at Jesus House. This year they will be selling a limited amount of baked goods and also a "bakeless" option for those who would like to donate but are not interested in ordering any baked goods. Click HERE to see the full menu and contact Patsy when you are ready to place your order. Orders will be taken until September 23rd. All baked goods will be available for contactless pickup on October 4th. ST. AUGUSTINE 101 ON ZOOM Join Fr. Tony Moon from 12:30p.m.-2:00p.m. on Sunday, September 20th VIRTUALLY via Zoom, for our quarterly St. Augustine 101 course. This class will offer those attending a chance to dig deeper into the history, theology, and vision of both St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church and the National (and worldwide) Episcopal Church. All are welcome, including established church members looking to learn more. To RSVP or for more information, contact the church office, or email memberengagement@sac-okc.org OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
REOPENING FOR IN PERSON SERVICES
We’re happy to announce that we’re scheduled to resume in-person worship on Sunday, September 6th at 10:45 am. We’re excited about this sign of progress, but want to point out that the service will continue to be live-streamed and recorded for those who are not ready (either physically or mentally) to be present in person. Father Joe and the Re-opening Committee have instituted a number of new protocols that we believe will make our environment as safe as it can reasonably be. These new measures include making advance reservations to attend the service, temperature checks at the door, a mask requirement, limited seating for social distancing, hand sanitizer stations, modified passing of the Peace and communion distribution, and no congregational singing. There will be no fellowship time and no child care or children’s chapel. All of these new processes and procedures will be explained in detail in a special communication, including a video, early next week. We are grateful to be able to gather in this way, and thank you for your help in making worship safe for our St. Augustine’s community. EFM OPPORTUNITY The opportunity continuing education in ones’ Christian Formation is realized via the theological education program by extension called Education for Ministry (EfM). This program is for lay persons and has been developed and is administered by the Episcopal School of Theology at the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. The program is conducted at various locations in Oklahoma, one of which is out of Edmond, Oklahoma. Due to the Covid-19 challenges, meetings are currently conducted virtually via Zoom. The program is four (4) years in length, taken one year at a time. Enrollment for the 2020-2021 school term is now open. If interested in more detailed information, contact the following: EfM.sewanee.edu or The Rev. Bill Hesse (hessewa@aol.com, (405)348-4167) PIZZA WITH THE PRIEST ON ZOOM The Clergy, Vestry and Staff of St. Augustine’s cordially invite any new attenders to “Pizza with the Priest” on Sunday, September 20th at 12:30pm (following the close of our 10:45am worship service) virtually via Zoom. This event is an opportunity to find out more about St. Augustine’s in an informal setting for newer attendees. WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
PIZZA WITH THE PRIEST ON ZOOM The Clergy, Vestry and Staff of St. Augustine's cordially invite any new attenders to “Pizza with the Priest” on Sunday, September 20th at 12:30pm (following the close of our 10:45am worship service) virtually via Zoom. This event is an opportunity to find out more about St. Augustine's in an informal setting for newer attendees. We'll discuss pathways to membership and how to become more involved. It’s also a way to meet other folks who have been worshipping with us and have found St. Auggie’s to be a welcoming and exciting community of faith. We anticipate the event to last an hour+ or so. Please reach out to Sarah-Emily Steinhardt - our Member Engagement Coordinator to RSVP or get more details MemberEngagement@sac-okc.org or call the church office at 405-751-7874. EFM OPPORTUNITY The opportunity continuing education in ones’ Christian Formation is realized via the theological education program by extension called Education for Ministry (EfM). This program is for lay persons and has been developed and is administered by the Episcopal School of Theology at the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. The program is conducted at various locations in Oklahoma, one of which is out of Edmond, Oklahoma. Due to the Covid-19 challenges, meetings are currently conducted virtually via Zoom. The program is four (4) years in length, taken one year at a time. Enrollment for the 2020-2021 school term is now open. If interested in more detailed information, contact the following: EfM.sewanee.edu or The Rev. Bill Hesse (hessewa@aol.com, (405)348-4167) CLEANING AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE This is the LAST WEEK we are still collecting items for our neighbors and friends at Angie Debo Elementary School for the upcoming school year. The most needed school supplies are Expo (dry erase) markers, large pink erasers and scissors. If you have a chance now through August 30th, please help our community by dropping off these items at St. Augustine, M-F 9am-1pm, or making a financial contribution and we'll do the shopping for you. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org for more details. OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
The Clergy, Vestry and Staff of St. Augustine cordially invite any new attenders to “Pizza with the Priest” on Sunday, September 20th at 12:30pm (following the close of our 10:45am worship service) virtually via Zoom. This event is an opportunity to find out more about St. Augustine in an informal setting for newer attendees. We'll discuss pathways to membership and how to become more involved. It’s also a way to meet other folks who have been worshipping with us and have found St. Auggie’s to be a welcoming and exciting community of faith. We anticipate the event to last an hour+ or so. Please reach out to Sarah-Emily Steinhardt - our Member Engagement Coordinator to RSVP or get more details MemberEngagement@sac-okc.org or call the church office at 405-751-7874. CLEANING AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE We are still collecting items for our neighbors and friends at Angie Debo Elementary School for the upcoming school year. The most needed school supplies are Expo (dry erase) markers, large pink erasers and scissors. If you have a chance now through August 30th, please help our community by dropping off these items at St. Augustine, M-F 9am-1pm, or making a financial contribution and we'll do the shopping for you. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org for more details. OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
WEDNESDAY STUDY “Many people who try to fight racism waste time and effort because they do not know or understand racism” - Dr. Paul Lehman. It is not too late to join Intern-Deacon Todd Olberding and Dr. Paul Lehman, author and St. Augustine’s member, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesdays via Zoom in August, for an in-depth discussion on how to address the myth of race, in response to a study of Robin DeAngelo’s book – White Fragility. The hope, is that these discussions will ultimately lead us to finding tangible actions towards a solution. Please contact Todd at tsolberding@gmail.com or 405-326-9037 to sign up and for more information on getting a free copy of the book and other details. CLEANING AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE Our friends at Angie Debo Elementary School on N. May Avenue are preparing for the upcoming school year and need our help. They are in great need of cleaning supplies and school supplies. Please help by dropping off the following items at St. Augustine M-F 9am-1pm: Hand sanitizer, Lysol or other disinfecting wipes, Lysol/Disinfecting Spray, Expo (dry erase) markers, crayons, markers, glue sticks, spiral notebooks, large pink erasers and scissors or consider donating $20 which will purchase one of each of the above items for the school. The deadline is August 30th. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org for more details or to make a donation today. OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
LIVE STREAMING PROBLEMS We had some technical issues during our YouTube live stream of the Sunday morning service this week. A video of the service was made and has been posted on our YouTube channel so that you can view the service without the interference experienced on the live broadcast. Ninth Sunday After Pentecost WEDNESDAY STUDY “Many people who try to fight racism waste time and effort because they do not know or understand racism” - Dr. Paul Lehman. Join Intern-Deacon Todd Olberding and Dr. Paul Lehman, author and St. Augustine’s member, at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesdays via Zoom in August, for an in-depth discussion on how to address the myth of race, in response to a study of Robin DeAngelo’s book – White Fragility. The hope, is that these discussions will ultimately lead us to finding tangible actions towards a solution. Please contact Todd at tsolberding@gmail.com or 405-326-9037 to sign up and for more information on getting a free copy of the book and other details. CLEANING AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE Our friends at Angie Debo Elementary School on N. May Avenue are preparing for the upcoming school year and need our help. They are in great need of cleaning supplies and school supplies. Please help by dropping off the following items at St. Augustine M-F 9am-1pm: Hand sanitizer, Lysol or other disinfecting wipes, Lysol/Disinfecting Spray, Expo (dry erase) markers, crayons, markers, glue sticks, spiral notebooks, large pink erasers and scissors or consider donating $20 which will purchase one of each of the above items for the school. The deadline is August 30th. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org for more details or to make a donation today. BISHOP SEATING On Saturday, August 8, at 11am, St. Paul’s Cathedral in Oklahoma City will host a service for the Welcoming and Seating of the new Bishop. This ceremony signals the passing of authority from the current Bishop Diocesan, Bishop Ed, to the Bishop Coadjutor, Bishop Poulson. The service will be live streamed on the Diocesan YouTube Page. OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
VIRTUAL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: FOCUS Take a Closer Look, will begin July 27! If you have RSVP'd you'll have the option to participate live each morning at 10am or watch back at any time that works for you. VBS kits are going to be available for contactless pick up Monday - Friday THIS week from 9:00am - 1:00pm with day by day materials (handouts, crafts, supplies) for your participation. Reach out to us at memberengagement@sac-okc.org for porch drop off to you or if you are still interested in signing up. We look forward to a wonderful Virtual VBS as we focus and take a closer look! BISHOP SEATING On Saturday, August 8, at 11am, St. Paul’s Cathedral in Oklahoma City will host a service for the Welcoming and Seating of the new Bishop. This ceremony signals the passing of authority from the current Bishop Diocesan, Bishop Ed, to the Bishop Coadjutor, Bishop Poulson. The service will be live streamed on the Diocesan YouTube Page. OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
ZOOM BIBLE STUDY TODAY, July 15th at 11:00 am, we continue with our Adult bible study of the book of Amos, through the means of Zoom. If you have not gotten a Zoom link yet, or do not have access to the Zoom link from last week contact Ryan Garrett at: 405-751-7874 during office hours, or by email saintaugustineokc@gmail.com. VIRTUAL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: FOCUS Take a Closer Look, will begin July 27! You'll have the option to participate live each morning at 10am or watch back at any time that works for you. St. Augustine will provide VBS kits with day by day materials (handouts, crafts, supplies) for your participation. The kits will be available at church for contactless pick up or we can drop off to you. An RSVP is needed from all who would like to participate to properly prepare supplies. ALL are welcome (children of all ages, and even adults), and you're encouraged to invite neighbors, cousins, and friends. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org with your RSVP, total number participating and ages of any children participating. We look forward to a wonderful VVBS as we focus and take a closer look! OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
WEEKLY SERVICES
Join us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
ZOOM BIBLE STUDY TODAY, July 8th at 11:00 am, we continue with our Adult bible study of the book of Amos, through the means of Zoom. If you have not gotten a Zoom link yet, or do not have access to the Zoom link from last week contact Ryan Garrett at: 405-751-7874 during office hours, or by email saintaugustineokc@gmail.com. VIRTUAL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: FOCUS Take a Closer Look, will begin July 27! You'll have the option to participate live each morning at 10am or watch back at any time that works for you. St. Augustine will provide VBS kits with day by day materials (handouts, crafts, supplies) for your participation. The kits will be available at church for contactless pick up or we can drop off to you. An RSVP is needed from all who would like to participate to properly prepare supplies. ALL are welcome (children of all ages, and even adults), and you're encouraged to invite neighbors, cousins, and friends. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org with your RSVP, total number participating and ages of any children participating. We look forward to a wonderful VVBS as we focus and take a closer look! OFFERING Financial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
Dear St. Augustine’s Parishioners and Friends:
After carefully considering the upward COVID-19 infection trends in the state and in Oklahoma County, the Committee to Reopen has decided that the safest option for our church is to postpone in-person worship until September. We made this decision with the health and well-being of our parishioners, clergy, lay-ministers, staff and volunteers in mind. We have set September 6th as our new target date for reopening. Planning for this date is moving forward. You will see further information about the process and procedures we intend to follow to make our reopening as safe as possible. Please be looking for further information in the next few weeks. We will continue to have our on-line worship and learning experiences into the foreseeable future. While our gatherings will be different, you can expect to see the same welcoming spirit at St. Augustine’s when we are able to worship together again! Sincerely, Amy Smith, Chair of the Reopen Committee WEEKLY SERVICESJoin us ONLINE for our services during this time of physical distancing.
ZOOM BIBLE STUDY TODAY, July 1st at 11:00 am, we continue with our Adult bible study through the means of Zoom. During the five–week session, we will take an in-depth look at the book of Amos. This minor prophet lifts up the major themes of: social justice, God's omnipotence, and divine judgment. It goes further and denounces the crimes against humanity committed by the Gentile nations and tells Israel that even they have sinned and are guilty of the same crimes. If you have not gotten a Zoom link yet, or do not have access to the Zoom link from last week contact Ryan Garrett at: 405-751-7874 during office hours, or by email saintaugustineokc@gmail.com. VIRTUAL VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: FOCUS Take a Closer Look, will begin July 27! You'll have the option to participate live each morning at 10am or watch back at any time that works for you. St. Augustine will provide VBS kits with day by day materials (handouts, crafts, supplies) for your participation. The kits will be available at church for contactless pick up or we can drop off to you. An RSVP is needed from all who would like to participate to properly prepare supplies. ALL are welcome (children of all ages, and even adults), and you're encouraged to invite neighbors, cousins, and friends. Email memberengagement@sac-okc.org with your RSVP, total number participating and ages of any children participating. We look forward to a wonderful VVBS as we focus and take a closer look! CHRISTIAN FORMATION If you’re interested in Christian Formation for Children & Youth, we’re interested in hearing from you! Please join Fr. Tony for a one-hour Zoom (tele-conference) meeting where you can hear about some planning for Children and Youth, and more importantly, so we can hear your thoughts. Please pick one of the meetings:
OFFERINGFinancial commitments are vitally important to the ongoing work of our congregation. Continue to support the church financially in one of these ways:
If you’re interested in Christian Formation for Children & Youth, we’re interested in hearing from you!
Please join Fr. Tony for a one-hour Zoom (tele-conference) meeting where you can hear about some planning for Children and Youth, and more importantly, so we can hear your thoughts. Please pick one of the meetings:
Since meetings will be held on Zoom, they are limited to twelve participants. Attendees must sign up by emailing the Church Office at saintaugustineokc@gmail.com . In your e-mail, PLEASE INDICATE WHICH MEETING YOU’D LIKE TO ATTEND. Prior to your meeting you will receive log-in information, a Meeting Agenda and additional information. |
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