THE ST. B'S WEEKLY
CONNECTING WHO WE ARE
TO WHAT WE DO
August 3, 2022, after Pentecost
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This Sunday, August 7, immediately after the 9:30 service, there will be an opportunity to visit with Josh and Anna Hayden and family before the Rector Search Update. The Haydens are a St. B's family who have been living and ministering in a university setting in Prague, Czech Republic, since 2019, and have expanded their ministry this year to serve Ukrainian refugees.
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Ninth Sunday After Pentecost
Holy Eucharist, 9:30 a.m.
This Sunday, join us for Holy Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. with guest preacher the Rev. Richard Wineland, who serves as Coordinator at Christ Church Cathedral downtown for their BreakingBread@6 service. He also oversees the recovery ministry at St. Augustine's Episcopal Chapel at Vanderbilt University and is Chaplain to The Episcopal School of Nashville.
Intercessory prayer will be available in person for anyone who would like to be prayed for or pray with others. The service will be live-streamed and available on-demand later in the morning. Masks are optional and KN95 masks are available for anyone who would like to wear one. For Families: The nursery will open at 9:15 a.m. for ages 0–3 years, and the service will include a children's homily for 3 yrs–6th grade.
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| RECTOR SEARCH UPDATE & INFORMATION SESSION — AUG. 7
This Sunday, August 7, the Rector Search Committee will host an information session to update the parish and explain the next steps in the search process. The meeting will be from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. in Wallace Hall. It will be available via zoom and recorded for watching later as well. To help us maximize the Q&A section, please submit your questions ahead of time on this form. You can also ask questions during the meeting itself.
Youth can attend the meeting or email amoroni@stbs.net to help out with kids in the gym.
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REGISTER FOR CHILDREN'S AND YOUTH FORMATION
Formation for children, youth and adults returns on Sunday, Sept. 11. Help us get ready and keep everyone safe by registering online using the links below or in person in the narthex on Sunday.
On Sunday, Aug. 21 there will be a Nursery, Catechesis, and 456 Open House immediately following the 9:30 service. All adults and children are welcome to tour the rooms, greet leaders, and receive more information about each class. There will also be Youth Parent Meeting that afternoon from 4–5 p.m. in the rectory backyard for parents and guardians of 7th–12th graders to get to know each other better and hear about what’s going on in Youth. More events for children and youth are scheduled for August and September, reach out to Alysha or Meredith to learn more.
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BACK TO SCHOOL BLESSING
It's our tradition to pray for all students and educators as they begin a new school year, which will happen during the 9:30 service on Sunday, Aug. 14. Students and educators of all ages are encouraged to come forward at the announcements for their blessing!
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SECOND TUESDAYS FOR MEN
Every second Tuesday, the men of St. B's gather at M.L. Rose on 8th Ave at 5:30 p.m. to connect and eat! Our next gathering is next week, August 9. Come as often as you can. Email David with questions or to get on his reminder list.
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WOMEN'S GATHERING
Join other St. B's women on Tuesday, August 16 from 5:15–7:15 p.m. in Wallace Hall to sip, snack, and chat while doing a simple hands-on project together to benefit local children. Food & beverages as well as project materials will be provided. No RSVP needed and you are welcome to drop in or stay the whole time! Questions? Contact Deen Logan (615-585-1363) or Kate Ferrell (703-403-2583)
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ACTION
mission, mercy, and justice
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JUSTICE PILGRIMAGE TO MONTGOMERY
Register now for St. B’s overnight pilgrimage to Montgomery, AL October 14–15, designed to deepen our understanding of Civil Rights history and our role in racial reconciliation. This overnight charter bus trip will include visits to The Legacy Museum and The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, followed by a time of reflection with a staff member from the Equal Justice Initiative. Detailed information with links to registration and payment can be found here. If you plan to drive yourself, the cost is reduced to $50 per person. Registration deadline is August 15.
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ST. LUKE'S FOOD PANTRY
August Items: Snacks for children, canned tuna, toothbrushes and toothpaste. St. Luke's is also always in need of diapers and wipes. Please leave collections for St. Luke's food pantry in the cabinet beside the doors to the gym.
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MEALS NEEDED
Elaine Palmer had knee replacement surgery this week and we have a few spots open to provide a meal for her and Bob while she recovers. If you'd like to be on the email list to receive notification anytime we have a meal need, please email Mindy Mumme.
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FOR THE RECTOR SEARCH
Almighty God, giver of every good gift; look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a rector for St. Bartholomew’s that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (Book of Common Prayer, p. 818)
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PRAYER REQUESTS
If you have a prayer request or would like to add a name to the prayers, please email Butch at pastoralcare@stbs.net.
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CALENDAR
Rector Search Update and Information Session, August 7 at 11 a.m.
Second Tuesday, August 9 at 5:30 p.m.
Back to School Blessing, August 14 at the 9:30 service
Women's Gathering, August 16 from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. in Wallace Hall
Nursery, Catechesis, and 456 Open House, August 21 after the 9:30 service
Youth Parent Meeting, August 21 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Acolyte Training, August 21
St. B's Day, August 28
Bethany Bordeaux and Friends Concert, August 28 at 6:30 p.m.
10 a.m. Formation Returns, Sept. 11
Find our regularly occurring events, including our weekday worship schedule on our website >>> here.
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St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
4800 Belmont Park Terrace, Nashville TN 37215
stbs.net | 615.377.4750
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