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The Life of the Parish
October 8-15, 2017
The Church Calendar can be accessed on the
St. Matthew’s Website:
http://stmattsaustin.org/About/resources.html
Evening Prayer Daily at 6:00 pm
in the Cauley Bell Tower Chapel
St. Matthew’s Sunday Bishop’s Visit & Community Wellness Fair
Sunday, October 15 | 9:15 am Living Compass Class w/Bishop Fisher
10:30 am Combined Service
Noon Lunch, Wellness Fair, Children’s Activities
Lunch Menu
Brisket and sausage prepared by the Holy Smokers
Sides—Potato salad, coleslaw, beans
Pumpkin Cake
Beverages
$8 for adults, $5 for children, and under 6 free
God is Our Living Compass: A community journey to health, wholeness, and an abundant life 9:15 am | every Sunday through December | Huffman Hall Brought to you by a grant from the St Matthew’s Endowment Committee.
October 15 Physical wellness as part of our whole person wellness Speaker The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher serves as the regional bishop of the Eastern Region of the Diocese. He was
elected bishop suffragan and consecrated in 2012. Bishop Fisher serves as executive for pastoral ministries, and on numerous boards and institutions, including the Episcopal Church Women, Daughters of the King, Altar Guild, the Small Church Network, and others. Bishop Fisher is also kind of health nut, so he’ll be talking with us about physical wellness as part of our whole person wellness.
October 22 Financial wellness of communities Speaker Jenny Bailey (Stewardship Chair)
October 29 Rest, play, and resiliency Speaker Brandon Brickley (Camp Gladiator)
A parallel Living Compass class will be taught for children and youth in the Youth Center from 9:00-10:15 am.
Soul of a Musician Series Returns Sunday, September 10 | 6:30 pm | Iron Cactus North
2017 is our 5th year of the Soul Series and our third year at Iron Cactus Restaurant. Iron Cactus North is located on Stonelake Blvd. just off Capital of Texas Highway (Loop 360). You are encouraged to enjoy the fine food and drink of Iron Cactus! Soul of a Musician is an
outreach to musicians and to those who appreciate and respect their craft. We invite you to join us for our Fall 2017 season, which begins Sunday, September 10! A link to the Soul Series can be found on St. Matt’s website, http://stmattsaustin.org/Music/4soul-of-a-musician-series.html) and on Facebook at Soul of a Musician Series. Submitted by Merrill Wade
October 15 Guy Forsyth (150th show!) www.guyforysth.com
October 22 American Dreamer www.americandreamermusic.com
October 29 Betty Soo (Halloween show!) www.bettysoo.com
November 5 Jen Zava www.jenzava.com
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Exhibitors Anderson High School, Pamela Mason Project ADVANCE College and Career Advisor [email protected], 512.414.0909, andersoncollegeandcareercenter.weebly.com
Brookdale Senior Living Solutions Brookdale Spicewood Springs offers senior living solutions from assisted liv-ing to skilled nursing care. Brookdale Northwest Hills offers personalized as-sisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Brookdale Spicewood Springs, 4401 Spicewood Springs Rd, 844.377.0156 Brookdale Northwest Hills, 5715 Mesa, 844.825.1858, brookdale.com
Camp Gladiator Our mission is to positively impact the physical fitness and personal lives of people through group workouts and boot camp fitness classes. 9185 Research, 512.494.6966, campgladiator.com
City of Austin Fire Department Fire Safety and Prevention austintexas.gov
Code VI Veteran Integration Center Our mission and purpose is to ignite the spark of hope and resilience in veterans & families. We are veterans and know change is not just possible, but realistically achievable. We don’t “help” veterans—we’ve learned veterans have a hard time accepting help—instead, we assist support, encourage, teach, and equip veterans & families to achieve integration and bal-ance, and lead flourishing lives. 206 E Main St, Round Rock, 512.538.4552, integratedveteran.org
d'lites Ice Cream d'lites ice cream is substantially lower in carbs and sugar, with no artificial sweeteners, compared to other ice cream or frozen yogurt. 8127 Mesa Drive, mydlites.com
Forming Families This unique ministry provides an opportunity for our families to connect to one another and grow spiritually together. This program serves families with young children and focuses on building a strong community around faith and centeredness in our daily lives. Facilitated by Kristin Braun, [email protected]
Galaxy Café Locally owned restaurant whose mission is “to provide customers with friendly service and high quality food in a clean and comfortable environment.” 8127 Mesa #100, 512.369.3488, galaxycafeaustin.com
Health Alliance For Austin Musicians (HAAM) The mission of the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians is to provide access to affordable health care for Austin’s low-income, working musicians with a focus on prevention and wellness. 3010 S Lamar Blvd #200, 512.541.4226, myhaam.org
Ryan Lanier of Love Your Space Organizing I offer paper organization workshops as well as in-home and small business organizing. I bring functional systems to your spaces, which in turn bring more space to your mind and schedule! Serving Austin & surrounding suburbs. On Facebook @ Love Your Space Organizing, [email protected], 512.799.7994
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Megan McCarthy, Happiness Coach My hope is to bring a smile to as many faces as I can, by shedding light on those in need of getting back to that authentic joy, we all deserve to have. The guidance I give to those in need of happiness coaching comes from love, understanding, and many, many years of practicing my very own happiness. 9009 N FM 620, 512.658.0724, megahappycoaching.com
Meditation Bar A calm space providing you guided meditations and a quiet retreat from daily routines to improve your quality of life. Come experience a way to move forward, reduce stress and improve your health. 8108 Mesa Dr, B103, 512.840.1640, meditationbar.com
Memory Powered by Active Connections (MPAC) MPAC is a respite program offered by St. Matthew’s for people with memory loss. For 4 hours on Tuesdays (10:00 am-2:00 pm). we meet and interact and entertain and play. It gives the participants time to enjoy activities geared to their abilities, and it allows caregivers a few precious hours of free time. Facilitated by Martha Galie, 512.456.7074, [email protected]
Nelo’s Cycle and Coffee Supporting local racing and the Driveway Series in Austin, Texas. 8108 Mesa, Suite B-5, 512.338.0505, neloscycles.com
The One Human Race Initiative The One Human Race Initiative helps form and strengthen communities by providing a safe, open, and productive place to learn and share about race. onehumanrace.info
Sentrel Natural Beauty At Sentrel Natural Beauty Store, we have curated hair and skincare lines that are natural, organic, cruelty free, and sustainably sourced. We want everything you put on your body to be good for you. We also carry handmade and vintage jewelry along with other gifts. 8127 Mesa Drive Suite B203, 512.970.8681, sentrelbeauty.com, [email protected]
Seton Cove Spirituality Center—A member of the Seton HealthCare Family The Seton Cove is a nonprofit, interfaith center for spirituality, named for Elizabeth Ann Seton, foundress of the Daughters of Charity. Its mission is to provide a welcoming place of solace and hospitality where people of any faith may nourish and foster their spiritual growth and journey toward wholeness. The Cove provides an array of programming including luncheon talks, a leadership pilgrimage, retreats and creative encounters, book groups, meditation and massage. 3708 Crawford Street, 512.451.0272, setoncove.net
SIMS Foundation SIMS Foundation provides mental health and addiction recovery services to Austin musicians, music industry professionals, and their family members. 512-472-1008, simsfoundation.org
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School An education at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School begins a lifelong journey that includes the intellectual, spiritual, physical, emotional, and social development of the individual child. Our program serves children ages 18 months through Kindergar-ten. Come explore, grow, express and create with us! 8134 Mesa Drive, 512-345-3040, stmatthewsschoolaustin.com
Studio Mantra Studio Mantra is an integrative wellness studio, bringing group and private yoga, Pilates & barre classes, advanced therapeutic massage and acupuncture to Northwest Austin. Mantra also offers on-site classes and chair massage for local businesses and events. Co-owners Reena Kaven and Amy Hogan both live in the neighborhood and wanted to create a warm community of healing and fellowship for the area we love. Studio Mantra, 8127 Mesa Drive, 512.960.4660, MantraAustin.com Mantra Corporate Wellness, 8127 Mesa Drive, 512.960.4664, MantraCorporateWellness.com
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Monday Clergy Class October 16, 23, & 30| Noon | Room B-18
October 16 Reading through the Book of Common Prayer: The Holy Eucharist—led by the Rev. Merrill Wade
October 23 50 years ago at Duke Divinity School: A Methodist Theory of Worship—led by the Rev. John McMullen
October 30 Methodist and Episcopal Worship: similarities and differences—led by the Rev. John McMullen
All are invited to participate in these informative gatherings. Bring a friend. Submitted by Merrill Wade
New Contemplative Spaces Sundays | 5:00 pm | Wilson Room or Fun & Fitness Room
In the midst of life’s busyness, are you craving space to rest and reconnect? Would you feel nurtured by some time and quiet in which to simply be, rather than be doing? This fall, as part of our parish focus on whole person wellness, we are shifting the form of our Sunday evening Contemplative Service to encompass forms of meditation and contemplation from a variety of traditions. Join us as we connect with God, Our Living Compass with the following lay facilitators:
October 15 Susan Ledenham (Passage Meditation) October 22 Todd Bankler (Mindfulness for Inner Freedom, 2) October 29 Judy Neely (Walking the Labyrinth [*in Sanctuary])
Submitted by Travis Helms
Walking the Labyrinth
Would you like to take a break from the busyness of life? It is God’s desire that you stay near Him as you walk along your life path. “Draw near to GOD and He will draw near to you.” James 4: 7-8. The labyrinth is a sacred space where you can find serenity, solace, and spiritual renewal in the presence of God.
The St. Mathew’s labyrinth will be available in the sanctuary thru November 26. To gain access to the labyrinth, please obtain key at desk downstairs during business hours: 8:00 am–4:00 pm, Monday–Friday . . . and return the key when finished.
Submitted by Judy Neely.
A Fresh Expression Inspired by Cursillo November 3-5, 2017 |Friday Evening–Sunday Afternoon | Camp Allen—Campsite 3
In Step is a renewal weekend born out of the Cursillo Movement in the Diocese of Texas. It is a product of Bishop Fisher’s request that we experiment with new ways of expressing the profound renewal of Cursillo. It is a time for people to enter into or reinvigorate the practice of keeping a missional rhythm of life (prayer, piety, study, action) within small groups. All Episcopalians are welcome to come. Our Team Leader is Albert Hernandez ([email protected]); our Spiritual Advisor is Fr. Bruce Chabot.
For more information contact Peggy ([email protected]) or Steve Ryder ([email protected]). Submitted by Peggy Ryder
October Yoga Schedule Sundays | 5:00 pm | Fun & Fitness Rm
Join us Sunday evenings for yoga in the Fun & Fitness Room, which is on the ground floor (underneath the Youth Center) of the terra cotta building facing Mesa Avenue.
October 15 No yoga tonight, but the Wellness Fair will be full of contemplative options.
October 22 The Yogarist (Yoga and Eucharist) The Revs Christian and Travis join forces with Sarah Pendergraft to try a little embodied thanksgiving.
October 26 Yoga with Sarah.
Submitted by Christian Hawley
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St Matt’s Operating Fund: January to September 2017
St. Matthew’s Third Quarter Financial Report
In the spirit of keeping the congregation informed about our financial progress during the year, your business manager (Chris Schumacher) and treasurer (Frank Lambert) present the operating results for St Matt’s through the third quarter of 2017. Current results are behind expected levels for both revenue and expenses even with some extra costs due to Harvey. Please contact us if you have any questions on the year-to-date results. Submitted by Chris Schumacher
* includes approximately $10,000 to be reimbursed from capital fund
Providing food to those less fortunate
This week the Caritas Food Pantry could use the following non-perishable food items*: cooking oil; canned mixed vegetables, spinach, and peas; canned ham; canned pork and beans; canned fruit; peanut butter; Hamburger-/Tuna Helper-type meals; and spaghetti sauce (in cans or plastic bottles only please). Please feel free to bring other non-perishable food items too.
This week’s item for our St. Matt’s Children for Caritas Children program is Honey Nut Cheerios. This week the Pantry could also use shaving cream, shampoo, and toothpaste as their stock is really low.
If you’d like to contribute toward the purchase of perishable food items for the pantry, please leave a $1.00 or more in the money box on the table in the Caritas Corner of the Commons. Thank you for your generosity. Submitted by Jane Baxter Lynn
All Saints Day at St. Matt ’s: Morten Lauridsen ’s Lux Aeterna November 5 | 10:30 am | Sanctuary
Mark your calendars for the Lux Aeterna by Morten Lauridsen, which will be sung during the regular sections of our mass. The Kyrie and Sanctus are from Messe Solennelle, Op. 16 by Louis Vierne. Lauridsen composed the requiem Lux Aeterna in 1997, the year his mother died. She was the muse who introduced him to music, playing swing jazz and singing to him as a toddler.
The five movements of Lux Aeterna are based on various references to light from sacred Latin texts: perpetual light, light risen in the darkness, Redeemer-born light from light, light of the Holy Spirit, light of hearts, most blessed light, eternal light—all supporting an earthbound spirit seeking not only mercy, understanding, and consolation but also renewal. Lauridsen uses the beginning and ending of the traditional Requiem Mass to open and close Lux Aeterna.
In short, Lux Aeterna is a beautiful, haunting piece that suits an All Saints worship service. We hope that you’ll join us!
Submitted by Jean Fuller
Chorus Austin Presents: Art of the Prophets November 4, 2017 | 7:30 pm | Sanctuary
Chorus Austin presents works by Bach, Schutz, Brahms and Mendelssohn to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. Tickets are: General Admission, $25; Seniors, $20; Students/Active Military, $15—go to www.chorusaustin.org to purchase. Submitted by Jean Fuller
July Actual Aug Actual Sept Actual
YTD Jan - Sept Actual
YTD Jan - Sept Plan
OPERATING INCOME
Pledges 63,731 53,307 54,816 721,610 738,014
Other (including undesignated offerings) 13,474 6,755 9,339 107,503 129,018
Total REVENUES 77,205 60,063 64,154 829,114 867,032
Total EXPENSES 94,013 104,787 108,123 905,575* 920,570
Net Total (16,807) (44,724) (43,969) (76,462) (53,538)
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Offshoots Small Groups
Offshoots small groups are a chance for parishioners to share our passions with one another and our neighbor. This initia-tive grows out of the idea that wherever Christians are present, the body of Christ is revealed. So have some fun with these groups, get to know your fellow parishioners, and invite a friend to “come and see” a little glimpse of the Kingdom. If you want to form your own Offshoot with support from church staff and clergy, email [email protected] and [email protected]. Formation of groups is a rolling process throughout the year, so keep your ideas coming!
Third Thursday “Chat & Chew” Book Group Susan Goodman [email protected] October book: Love Lives Here by Maria Goff , Thurs., 10/19, 6:30-8:30 pm, Youth Center
Saturday Morning Prayer & Share/OSL Group Sandy Lanier [email protected] Saturdays, 9:00-10:30 am, Rm-14 (Wilson Room), then breakfast at Molcas @10:45 am
Let’s go to the Movies Babs Clendenin [email protected] Wednesday afternoons; next movie, contact Babs for details
Misfit Muses Christine Havens [email protected] 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00-9:00 pm, Youth Center, next meeting: 10/23
20s-40s Bible Study Reilly Purl [email protected] Next meeting, Tues., 10/17, 7:00-8:00 pm, place TBD
Wall Street Musing Chris Wilson [email protected] next meeting: TBD
Solos, for age 55+ Margaret Myers [email protected] Next meeting TBA
Wisdom of the World Spiritual Book Study Susan Ledenham [email protected] On hiatus
Album Art Josh & Darren Skyles [email protected] October mtg TBD, Youth Center
Sunday Lunch Group at Luby’s Kay & Leon Whitney [email protected] Sunday, 11/1 @noon-ish
Cookbook Dinner Group Bill Buros [email protected] Email Bill for more information
Espanol con amigos (Spanish with friends) Dot Strance [email protected] Beginning 9/7, every Thursday, 11:00 am at Mr. Gatti’s on Far West Avenue
Family Camping Group Brad Banister [email protected] Next dates TBA
Contemplative Photography Cathey Roberts [email protected] Contact Cathey for info
Art Among Friends Linda Fryer [email protected] Meets Tuesdays 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Cycling Group Adam Bartlett [email protected] Next meeting TBD
For more detailed group descriptions, we invite you to click this link, http://stmattsaustin.org/Connect/offshoots.html, or
go to the Offshoots page on St. Matthew’s website. Submitted by Christian Hawley
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Helping Our Neighbors (HON)—Homeless Outreach in Northwest Austin
Friends, for those of you interested in participating, however much or little, in the ministry to help our homeless neighbors in Northwest Hills, here are some opportunities for service:
Johanne Ibsen Wolford, the HON coordinator has arranged an event on November 11, 2017 at 5:00 pm at Body Business on Anderson Lane at which our homeless friends can shower, receive free hair cuts, as well as food, new clothing, and a dinner. Help is needed at the event and in advance. Needs include: a) attending the event and helping the homeless neighbors with getting new clothing, or being available to greet at the event; b) shopping the day or two in advance of the event to purchase clothing and underwear; c) helping to coordinate transportation—this could include picking up some homeless folks, which will be pre-arranged, or providing bus passes; and d) helping to provide food items. If you are available to help please contact Dineen Majcher at [email protected] or Johanne Ibsen at [email protected]
We have started an “Angels for Homeless” list for people who are interested in helping intermittently with particular needs of homeless neighbors. For example, when housing is able to be provided through Community First Village, or elsewhere, there often are needs for basic housing supplies. We will send out occasional e-mails to our list of Angels and if you are in a position to help on particular needs at that time, please let us know and we will coordinate pick up and deliver. Examples in the past have included a mop and bucket, artwork for the walls, spare pots and pans, etc. Dineen Majcher will coordinate this list and you can sign up with her at [email protected].
Submitted by Dineen Majcher
Family Ministry News
Family Service Dates:
October 15 Combined Services—Bishop’s Visit & Community Wellness Fair
October 22 Huffman Hall
October 29 Huffman Hall
Children’s & Youth Sunday Morning Formation
The Family Ministry Team has an exciting season of programming planned for this autumn. Susan and Travis will be offering a kid-friendly curriculum on health and wellness designed to dovetail with our adult programming for this fall. Continuing through the fall, we’ll be basing our gatherings on the Living Compass curriculum, “outfitting individuals, families, congrega-tions, and organizations with tools and training for the journey toward wellness and wholeness.” Our community as a whole will congregate Sunday mornings at 9:15 am in Huffman Hall; and children and youth will then break off for age-appropriate lessons on “Heart, Soul, Strength & Mind.”
No meeting this Sunday; all will stay together for the Bishop’s talk—see you on the 22nd!
Trunk or Treat—SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, October 29 | 9:15 - 10:15 am (during the Sunday School hour)
We are currently looking for families to host a trunk so that children can play a game at your car and win a prize/candy. Trunks don’t have to be super fancy and the Family Ministry team is happy to help with theme suggestions. This is a low-key fellowship opportunity for all. Everyone dresses up for Halloween, plays games, and then worships together (in costume) in the Family Service at 10:30 am. Tons of fun for the whole family! Please contact Susan Goodman, [email protected] if you are interested in hosting a trunk.
The Mix Youth Group (3rd, 4th & 5th graders) Sunday, October 22 | 2:00–4:00 pm | Jumpstreet
Get ready to have some fun! Time for JUMPSTREET!!!!! Meet us near Lakeline Mall on Sunday, October 22nd from 2-4. Invite your school friends and neighbors. The more the merrier! Admission covered by St. Matthew’s—bring a little cash for drinks/snacks. Jumpstreet address: 2617 Ridgeline Blvd B, Cedar Park, TX 78613
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St. Matthew’s Children’s Choir is Back for Fall!
The children’s choir has started for the 2017-2018 school year! We’re looking for all children in grades 1-5 who like to sing! If you’re slightly outside that age range (1 year +/-) and like to sing, we’d love to include you too!
This year, the children’s choir will be rehearsing on Sundays in the choir room from 9:15-10:15 am (before the Family Service). We have plans to sing at least once a month in combined worship and to take a singing field trip to support our retirement home ministry at Brookdale sometime during the school year! We look forward to seeing you!
Please email Mary ([email protected]) or Susan Goodman ([email protected]) for more information.
Youth Ministry News
Fall is in full swing and we’ve had an amazing start so far. We’ve got some exciting events planned this month; and warmly
invite your participation in the following:
This Month’s Programming
Sunday 10/15 (Jr. & Sr. High Event) SOS Meeting Special earlier time 2:00-4:00 pm, Youth Center
After Bishop Fisher’s visit, stay for lunch & our parish Wellness Fair; then join Travis, Shelby, Landry, and the team for a
PIPSOS-led Youth Group. See you there!
Sunday 10/22 (Sr. High Event) Dinner/UT Tour/Moojo (This event is tentative ) Calling all high schoolers!
Come out for a campus visit with our two UT interns for a firsthand take on college life (oh, and some Moojo
Friday 10/27 (Jr. & Sr. High Event) All Hallow’s Eve Lock-in!!!!
All youth are invited to join for our annual fall lock-in! Drop off Friday 6:00 pm; pick-up Saturday 8:00 am.
Sunday 10/29 (Jr. & Sr. High Service Event) Canoe Clean-up of Lady Bird Lake with The Window
More info to come; contact Travis for details.
Sunday 10/29 (Jr. & Sr. High Event) All Hallow’s Eve Pre-Party & Soul Event!
All Youth—join Travis for an hour of Halloween fun at the Youth Center; then carpool over to Soul of a Musician for a
family-friendly music event & costume party! Wear costumes & bring some sweets to share. Timing details to come.
PNO—Parents’ Night Out Fall Schedule
St. Matthew’s offers Parents’ Night Out, a fun night for kiddos so that parents can have an evening out—once a month, guaranteed! We play with the children, create arts/crafts, watch a movie, etc. It is simple: make a reservation with Susan Goodman at [email protected] and bring a peanut-free dinner for your child(ren). No cost; donations appreciated. Be sure to sign up so you don’t miss out!
Fall Dates (5:00 - 9:00 pm, Huffman Hall):
Friday, October 20
Friday, November 17
Friday, December 15
Another SAVE THE DATE!—Inks Lake Camping Trip Saturday, November 18-19
Looking for a fun weekend activity with your family? Hiking, games, s’mores, fellowship, and more! St. Matthew’s has re-served multiple cabins/campsites. We hope you will join us. $125 for cabin and $75 for tent camping, includes all food and activities for the trip! If you prefer to just come out and join us for a meal, that works too! We can make that work and we are always super flexible. Payment is a guarantee that you have a spot. Contact Susan Goodman at [email protected] for more information.
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In Our Prayers October 15–22, 2017 This list is read aloud at daily Evening Prayer (6:00 pm, Charlotte Cauley Gray Bell Tower Chapel)
and is included on the Intercessory Prayer Network.
Clergy: Justin of Canterbury; Archbishop; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Andy, Dena, Jeff, and Hector, our Bishops; Merrill, Christian, Travis, Chuck, Jerry, Jim, Margaret, and Seth, our clergy; Will, our seminarian.
Lay Leadership: the Staff, the Wardens, the Treasurer, the Vestry, the Day School Board of Trustees, the Endowment Committee, the Memorial Garden Committee, and all the other commissions and councils of the Vestry of St. Matthew’s.
Our Outreach Partners and Ministries: Kairos, Habitat for Humanity, El Buen Samaritano, Good Faith Ministry, MPAC, Job Support, Care for the Caregiver, Heifer Project, Casa Marianella, Caritas, Trinity Center, Women’s Story Book Project, Hope House, Honduras Good Works, Interfaith Action of Central Texas (IACT), Prayer Shawl Ministry, Threads of Love, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Daughters of the King, the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, EfM, and the Episcopal Veterans Fellowship.
Our men and women in the Armed Forces and others who serve our country at home and overseas.
Our brothers and sisters in Christ who are actively being persecuted for your name, and all of God’s children who know suffering at the hands of war, disease, natural disaster, injustice, and oppression. Remembering especially the churches in Syria, Egypt, and Iraq, and the people of Afghanistan, Ukraine, and the Holy Land; the people of Aleppo; the people of Jerusalem; keeping in prayer the people of Las Vegas and the victims of the shooting; and all those around the world affected by terrorism and violence. Keeping in prayer all those affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Jose, and Maria, by the earthquake in Mexico, and by the wildfires in Northern California.
The students, families and staff of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Day School and other schools and seminaries: General Theological Seminary, Seminary of the Southwest, and Berkeley Episcopal Seminary at Yale Divinity School.
Those on our prayer list:
Ongoing Prayer Requests Mary Lou Henshaw John & Georgia Tabor Laura
Alex Acosta Carolyn Huffman Dale Van Horne Mike Lukshin
Barbara Borden Martha Jacoby Mike Wilson & family Melissa
Bob Boyd Julie & family New Prayer Requests Larry Richards
Jane Bray Bill Kjellstrand Ron Barlow Mary Harde Root
James Logan Brown Laurie Wells Matson Sue Breen Standley/Thomas family
Jane Bugnand Suzanne McDaniel Laurie Brown Karen Steans
Mark Clifton & family Larry Nichols C. J. Carl Zahra Teymourian
Josie Dougherty Craig Ramsey Dan & Sara Laurie Frucella Thaxton
Jack Eccles Nancy Richards David Cabe family Thomas family & Shirley
Glen Ellis Nancy & Joe Satterfield Ellen Thad Watt
Laura Everitt Bill Seaver & Earlyne Jordan Gonzalez & family Tom & Judy
Janet Farrar Jeffrey Seiler Hurricane Victims/Volunteers Erin Vanderveldt
Wilma Farris Virgie Seiler Randy Hagan Those Who Have Died
Emery Fisher Jim Sparks Allison Jones David Cabe
Bret Hartman Stephanie Jason & Kelly Tom Hudson
Richard Sutch Carolyn Lackey & family Bill Thomas
Altar Flowers Dedications
Altar flowers are given to the glory of God,
and by Warren & Marge Marshall in honor of their anniversary.
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THE CHURCH OFFERS NURTURING AND EXPERIENCED CHILDCARE EVERY SUNDAY MORNING
9:00–11:45 am in Huffman Nursery for children newborn - age 4
Personal prayer teams are available during communion at the 10:30 ser-vice in the sanctuary. We have a prayer station on the west side in the gallery. All prayer requests and discussions are completely confidential.
Home delivery of communion is available if you are unable to come to church and would like Holy Communion brought to you on Sunday, please call the church office at 512-345-8314.
If you are unable to walk to the altar for holy communion today, please notify an usher and the communion elements will be brought to you where you are seated.
BE IN THE KNOW about parish events and news! You can subscribe to the St. Matthew’s email list by visiting our website at www.stmattsaustin.org and clicking the “Subscribe” button on our homepage.
All submissions, including prayer requests, for the Weekly Word must be re-ceived by the church office by Wednesday at noon in order to appear in the upcoming Sunday’s edition. Please send Weekly Word articles to Christine at [email protected] or [email protected]. Prayer requests, please send to Mickie at [email protected]
Church Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
If we can assist you in any way, please contact the Church Office.
Rector: The Rev. Merrill Wade Associate Rector: The Rev. Christian Hawley Curate, Family & Youth Pastor: The Rev. Dr. Travis Helms Rector Emeritus: The Rev. Charles Huffman Assisting Clergy: The Rev. Jerry Chapman, The Rev. Jim Williams, The Rev. Margaret Waters The Rev. Seth Deleery Seminarian: Will Berry Director of Music/Organist: Ms. Jean Farris Fuller Choral Director: Eric Johnson Family & Children’s Minister: Susan Goodman Children’s Choir Director: Mary Smith Our Vestry: Senior Warden, Lisa Hobbs; Junior Warden, Lisa Ottenbacher; Charlie Smith, Alison Street, Alexis Bagshaw, Becky Casares, Barbara Haynes, Mark Strickland, Jenny Bailey, Ganne McCullough, Matt Thompson, Christian von Wupperfeld, Mandy Hubbard, Jim Fryer, Anne Webster; Treasurer, Frank Lambert St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church 8134 Mesa Drive Austin, TX 78759 Telephone (512) 345-8314 FAX (512) 346-2085 www.stmattsaustin.org Follow us: Facebook: St Matt’s Austin Twitter: @StMattsAustin
ST. MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Sermon | Sunday, October 1, 2017 Sermon Series: Change is Inevitable, Growth is Optional—Sept. 3–Oct. 28
The Rev. Dr. Travis Helms, “How Do We Continue The Story?” http://tinyurl.com/HowDoWeContinueStory-TH
Readings for Sunday, October 22
Exodus 33:12-23 Psalm 99
1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Matthew 22:15-22
Sunday, October 8, 2017: 8:00 am HE I, 25; 10:30 am HE II Sanctuary, 210; 10:30 am Family Eucharist, 78;
5:15 pm Contemplative , 11; 6:30 pm Soul of a Musician, 84; Total: 408
Wednesday, October 11, 2017: 7:00 am HE II, 7; 12:00 pm Service of Public Healing, 9; Total: 16
Vestry Persons of the Month:
Jim Fryer & Christian von Wupperfeld
Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under
Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed
handgun.
Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed
under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun
that is carried openly.