Sunday November 20, 2022
   
 This Sunday we will celebrate Christ the King with the Premiere Brass Quintet and guest preacher the Rev. Dr. Robert S. Dannals. Bob was Interim Rector before Bill was called as rector. Father Dannals was the Rector at Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas, TX, with its congregation of over 7000, and at churches in North and South Carolina. He is a graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary, with a DMin. from Drew University and a Ph.D. from Graduate Theological Seminary. Bob is a prolific writer and teacher and an advocate of outreach and social justice ministry. His published articles and books include I0Q:Ten Spiritual Essays on Life’s Questions, the Advent/Christmas/Epiphany Commentary in the New Westminster Biblical Preaching Commentary, and daily lectionary-based E-Devotions.

Welcome home Bob!


Restful Reflection by Megan
     It’s that exciting time of year when the obsessive house cleaning and repetitive trips to the grocery store take their place at the top of our to-do lists. We frantically figure out the number of diners joining our table while simultaneously researching new turkey recipes and football schedules. We pencil in play dates for our children during their break while trying to eliminate our own activities to make room for a break of our own. It's that exciting time of year again, and we can already feel the exhaustion seeping in.

     In one of the most memorized passages of the Bible, Psalm 23, King David takes on the form of a sheep led by his shepherd, the Lord; “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.” Knowing the life and role of a shepherd, David paints a picturesque scene of soft, green grass and calming, crystal-clear water where the shepherd forces the sheep to rest when it becomes too weary. The shepherd anticipates the need of the sheep and creates a space with abundant resources for the sheep to dwell.

     While we busy ourselves with endless tasks and rush from one store to another, it’s easy to forget that God has already provided us with everything we need to find rest. No, this doesn’t mean taking a nap in the grocery aisle or underneath the table after Thanksgiving dinner. This means God has given us Himself and the ability to find peace and rest through His presence in our every moment. This Thanksgiving holiday, be sure to find your “soft grass and still water moment” and take a few breaths with the Lord. He’s provided everything you need, so rest in Him and enjoy the holidays.
    Rest. Take care,
      Megan Atkinson
      Director of Children, Family, and Youth Ministries             
     

Young Adult Small Group | November 20
Seminarian Trey Davis is leading a Young Adult small group meeting today at noon at Mutation Brewery! Join us for faith, fellowship, and fun!

Stewardship Update

We are so thankful for the pledges and donations that we have recently received. As of November 15, we have 119 pledges for $1,606,700 to pay off our capital debt. In the last 5 weeks, donations have allowed us to pay down $555,157!

The interest rate on the loan has increased to 5.88% from 2.35% in April, so principal payments make a big difference. As for our 2023 operating budget, we have 161 pledges for $973,965.