CONNECTING WHO WE ARE
TO WHAT WE DO
April 17, 2024
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Every year, the children of St. B's celebrate "The Liturgy of Light" on the Sunday after Easter. They retell the resurrection story to one another, and each receives the Light of Christ from the Pascal Candle. In this picture, you can see as they ponder the brightness of our light in the community. Christ is Light; in him, there is no darkness!
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Fourth Sunday of Easter
Holy Eucharist, 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Please join us this Sunday, April 21 for Holy Eucharist at at either 8:30 or 11:00 a.m. The 8:30 service will be live-streamed and available on demand for later viewing. For Families: The nursery will open at 8:15 a.m. for ages 0–3 years, and the 8:30 service will include a children's homily for 3 yrs through 6th grade.
Formation Hour
Christian formation continues for all ages starting at 10 a.m., including children and youth. We will continue the Spring Adult Formation led by Fr. Josh called: The Church Finding Its Way in a City in Flux: In this class, he explores Paul's initial letter to the Corinthian church in its context, grasping his genuine concerns for the church and contemplating how his concepts remain relevant today.
April 7 - May 12 in Wallace Hall.
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MAKE AN IMPACT | PARTICIPATE IN OUR VOLUNTEER SURVEY!
At St. B's we walk in the path of Jesus Christ, seeking to embody His message of compassion and love. Your voice matters to us as we strive to fulfill our calling as His disciples. We invite you to share your thoughts and experiences through a short survey produced by our Mission & Outreach Committee. We are interested in your experiences at our St. B's-sponsored volunteering and your experiences elsewhere in the community. We are grateful for your willingness to participate in this sacred journey by sharing your insights and interests through this survey. Click <<HERE>> to take the survey.
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FELLOWSHIP TEAM LUNCH | APRIL 21, 12:15 P.M. IN WALLACE HALL
Have you served on our Hospitality team in the past? Are you willing to help with Fellowship events in the future? If so, please join us for a light lunch on April 21 at 12:15 p.m. in Wallace Hall to thank our Hospitality volunteers and share what is upcoming for the 2024-25 program year. Fellowship and hospitality are key to the fabric of our shared life together and helping out with events and receptions is a great way to meet others. New faces are encouraged to attend the lunch. Email Nancy Coleman with any questions.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS! | SACRED MUSIC CONCERT, MAY 5, 4:00 P.M.
On Sunday, May 5 at 4:00 p.m., the Chamber Singers and special guests will host a concert of choral and instrumental music, featuring favorite selections from the services of the past year. A reception will follow in the garden. Childcare for 4 years and under is available with an RSVP by Wednesday, May 1 to nursery@stbs.net.
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JUSTICE CONVERSATION | TOMORROW! TODAY'S URBAN SEGREGATION
Despite massive economic and demographic transformations over the last 100 years, America remains a highly segregated nation. Join the St. B's Justice Ministries tomorrow, April 18, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in Wallace Hall to welcome Dr. Jessica Trounstine, the Centennial Chair and Professor of Political Science at Vanderbilt University, who will discuss the factors that contribute to the creation and maintenance of residential segregation along race and class lines in cities like Nashville. She will also cover the consequences of these patterns and some potential policy solutions.
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VOLUNTEER WITH SHOWER UP! | MAY 19, 1:30 - 3:30 P.M.
Sign up to volunteer with ShowerUp on May 19! Be a welcoming and helpful presence for those experiencing homelessness and anyone in need by providing mobile showers, hygiene resources, and personal care. Jobs include: managing the shower wait-list, handing out toiletries, general and shower clean-up, and providing beverages and food. This is a great opportunity to invite friends!
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NEWCOMER'S LUNCH | APRIL 28, 12:30 P.M. AT THE RECTORY
Whether you have been at St. B's for one week or over a year, please join Fr. Josh and Rev. Serena for a light lunch at the Rectory (the house at the top of the parking lot) at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 28. Children are welcome. Kindly RSVP to Rev. Serena by Wednesday, April, 24.
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WOMEN'S GAME NIGHT | THURSDAY MAY 2, 6:00 P.M. IN THE RECTORY
Join the St. B's women on May 2 at 6:00 p.m. for an evening of delicious bites, heartwarming connections, and laughter bound to fill the room. Let's roll the dice and create memories together! Email Brea Cox with any questions!
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CELEBRATION FOR GRADUATION SENIORS | SUNDAY, MAY 5
We’ll be celebrating our Graduating Seniors between services! In our 8:30 and 11 am services, we will be praying for our Seniors during the Prayers of the People. We will then host a reception outside (or in the Parish Hall if raining) for the congregation to extend their congratulations. Come celebrate this wonderful group of youth with us!
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LOVE AND SERVE 456 FAIR | SUNDAY, MAY 12, BETWEEN SERVICES!
On Sunday, May 12, our 456 students will be setting up tables on the porch and courtyard to share about St. B's Mission Partners (or in the Parish Hall Lobby in case of inclement weather) after the 8:30 service through 11:05. Our kids have a heart for service and participating more fully in the work God has given St. B's to do! If you'd like to give money toward any of these mission partners, the students will have money jars, QR codes, and delicious baked goods for sale.
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WOMEN'S WALK AT RADNOR | SATURDAY JUNE 1, 9:00 - 10:00 A.M.
Get out and stretch your legs and fill up on some fresh air. Join us for a walk and fellowship around Radnor Lake. We will gather at the visitor's center at the Granny White Pike entrance. Park at Radnor or Strong Tower Bible Church. Contact Wendy Baldwin with any questions.
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St. Luke's Food Pantry April Items: snacks for children, canned tuna and canned meat, diapers and baby wipes, tooth brushes and toothpaste. Please leave collections for St. Luke's food pantry in the cabinet beside the doors to the gym.
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Second Tuesdays for Men holds their next gathering, Tuesday, May 14. 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! Come as often as you can. Email David with questions or to get on his reminder list.
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Flower Dedications: Chancel flowers have returned! There are many available upcoming dates to dedicate the altar flowers in honor, remembrance, celebration, or recognition of a loved one or significant event. You can sign-up by clicking <<HERE>> or by contacting Charity Voiles.
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This past week, we said goodbye and thank you to Sharon Cort after two years of faithful service to St. B's. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors. Additionally, we are excited to welcome Amy Wirdzek to the St. B's team! You might recognize Amy as a vocalist from our Sunday music loft or a part-time staff member of St. B's preschool. Amy will continue working in the preschool on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and take on the role of Office Coordinator on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Welcome, Amy!
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Your light shines forth so brightly, Lord,
Always with outstretched arms you pull me in
That I might know the warmth and joy and love
You offer me.
With my heart filled, you send me out again that
Those I meet might also know the love
That sets me free.
(Mrs. Ginny Wynn, Episcopal Church Women, Diocese of Oklahoma, Episcopal UTO Prayer Book, Page 11)
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PRAYER REQUESTS
If you have a prayer request or would like to add a name to the prayers, please email pastoralcare@stbs.net.
Receive prayer on Sundays after communion at the prayer desk nearest the pulpit or on Wednesdays after the 12:15 p.m. Holy Eucharist.
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APRIL
17 - No Wednesday Holy Eucharist at 12:15 p.m.
18 - Justice Conversation Today's Urban Segregation, April 18, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in Wallace Hall
21 - Hospitality Team Lunch, 12:15, Wallace Hall
24 - No Wednesday Holy Eucharist at 12:15 p.m.
28 - Newcomers Lunch, 12:30 in the Rectory
MAY
2 - Women's Game Night, 6:00 p.m. in the Rectory
5 - Graduation Sunday Reception after services in the Courtyard; Sacred Music Concert at 4:00 p.m.
12 - Love & Serve 456 Fair between 8:30 & 11:00 services
19 - Pentecost Sunday: We move to one Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. followed by our Pentecost Party; Volunteer with ShowerUp; Sixth Grade Rising Up during Pentecost Party
26 - One Sunday service at 9:30 a.m. continues
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Weekly Services
Wednesday: Holy Eucharist with Healing Prayers in the Nave, 12:15 p.m. (No Wednesday Holy Eucharist today, April 17 and April 24.)
Sunday: Holy Eucharist in the Nave, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
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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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