Sunday, March 5 after 10am service
All current and prospective acolytes are asked to attend this training refresher.
Sign up in the courtyard.
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Blog Archives
Acolyte Training and Family Lunch
Green Forum hosted by St. Paul’s
Tuesday, March 7 at 6:30pm
If you are interested in issues such as smart development, traffic, parking, bike and ped initiatives, the health of our ocean and coastline, recycling and climate change, please plan on attending the Commission Candidates “Green Forum.” In a moderated debate, the Commission candidates will discuss these important issues greatly impacting our town.
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Farewell for Dr. Keith Paulson-Thorp
Dr. Keith will be retiring and moving to Mexico. Please join us as we bid him farewell and thank him for 10 years of outstanding leadership of our music ministries at St. Paul’s. A reception will be held after the 5pm service on Saturday, February 25, and after 10am service on Sunday,
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New Director of Music Ministry Announced
We are excited to announce that we have hired Dr. Paul Cienniwa as our new Director of Music Ministry!
Dr. Cienniwa is an accomplished musician and conductor who brings to us a wealth of professional experience in sacred music, choir direction, and music education. As an Episcopalian, Dr. Cienniwa understands the special significance of sacred music in the Episcopal tradition.
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Off the Ave Book Group
Tuesday, May 2 at 7pm
All are welcome to join in the discussion of The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jon-Philip Sendker.
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Children, Youth and Family Update
The Vestry and our Rector, The Rev. Paul Kane, has asked The Rev. Kathleen Gannon to lead our reimagining of the Children, Youth and Family Ministry, sustaining those programs that have served us well, and creating new initiatives that will serve our children, youth and families on their faith journey.
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Church School on Sundays at 10am
All ages PK-High School will sit in the pews with their families until they are blessed and dismissed after the opening hymn. They will return to their family for communion.
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Rector’s Blog 12.11.16
This Third Sunday of Advent is Gaudete Sunday, the Sunday to rejoice. As you contemplate the various causes for rejoicing in your own life, one that we share in common is the infinite love our Creator has for each one of us, a love that overflows with grace and mercy.
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Rector’s Blog 12.4.16
One of the great joys of Advent is that it is a time of new beginnings. As we begin the new liturgical year, the Church invites us to repent and, with God’s grace, turn our lives once again toward God. Where our lives have been broken by sin, Advent is a season that encourages us to seek reconciliation…with God,
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Vision 2020: An Update and Invitation
Dear Parishioners,
Based on the rich feedback we received from you this past year through the small Meet & Greet events, the excellent Congregational Assessment Tool, and the day-long Visioning Café, we have developed some of the key components of a new strategic plan. We believe that the following Mission Statement,
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Rector’s Blog 11.27.16
Happy New Year! Today we begin our new liturgical year with the celebration of the First Sunday of Advent. Advent is a sacred season in which we prepare for the coming of Christ in three distinct ways: remembering Christ’s birth in Bethlehem, anticipating Christ’s triumphant return at the end of time,
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Noel! Noel! A French Christmas
Sunday, December 18 at 3pm
St. Paul’s Choir and Instruments present Lessons and Carols of the season.
Traditional French hymns and carols with the splendid “Christmas Oratorio” of Camille Saint-Saens.
Free Admission (tickets not required)
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Prayers of the People During a Time of Election
As prepared by Rev. Shannon Kelly, Missioner for Young Adult and Campus Ministries
Reader: Loving God, creator of this world who is the source of our wisdom and understanding, watch over this nation during this time of election. Help us to see how our faith informs our principles and actions.
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Rector’s Blog 10.16.16
Today we celebrate Day School Sunday. This precious ministry has been a part of the fabric of St. Paul’s since 1963. Our Day School is a loving place where our three and four year-old children are nurtured and taught some of life’s most important lessons, like “God loves you” and “kindness matters.”
We will be blessed at our 10 am service to hear the joyful sound of our Day School children singing!
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Healing Ministry at St. Paul’s
More on the Healing Ministry at St. Paul’s
October 20, 2016 by Rev. Helen Trainor
The healing of a man with leprosy in chapter five of Luke’s gospel is one of the most revealing stories about the nature of Christian healing in the gospels.
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The Delray String Quartet
Sunday, October 16 at 3pm
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Posted in MASP, News
Tags: Arts, classical music, delray beach concerts, Delray Beach String Quartet
Tags: Arts, classical music, delray beach concerts, Delray Beach String Quartet
Update on Haiti after Hurricane Matthew
Dear Friends of the South Florida Haiti Project,
Hurricane Matthew struck the southwestern peninsula of Haiti on October 5th. There is total devastation in the village of Bondeau, the site of the South Florida Haiti Project’s partnership with Bon Samaritan Episcopal Church and School. The eye of the hurricane passed within 50 miles of Bondeau.
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Treasures and Trinkets Flea Market
Treasures & Trinkets Flea Market
Friday, November 18: “Sip & Shop”
Saturday, November 19: Sale open to public
Join the fun for our major Fall fundraiser to support the missions & ministries of St. Paul’s! Sip & Shop on Friday evening while enjoying appetizers and beverages,
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Rector’s Blog 9.25.16
This Sunday is Social Media Sunday. Today reminds us that as baptized Christians we are called to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the world around us. Social media, used responsibly, is a wonderful way to connect with others and to share the joy of your faith!
Today we also welcome five children into the Church through the life-giving waters of baptism.
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Posted in News, Rector
Tags: Bishop Eaton, Blessing of the Animals, Children's Garden, Confirmation, Deacon Helen Trainor, Social Media Sunday
Tags: Bishop Eaton, Blessing of the Animals, Children's Garden, Confirmation, Deacon Helen Trainor, Social Media Sunday
Rector’s Blog – 9.18.16
This Sunday is Choir Recognition Day at St. Paul’s. Under the direction of our incredible Director of Music Ministries, Dr. Keith Paulson-Thorp, the members of our choir bless us by ministering to us with the gift of voice. Today is an opportunity for us to ask God’s blessing on Dr.
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New Foyer Groups Forming this Fall
Can You Foyer?
If you are single, married, widowed, divorced, a man or woman, you can foyer! If you have a family, don’t have a family, or want a church family, you can foyer! If you eat, cook, don’t cook, diet, enjoy getting to know people,
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Miaraka: A Time to Dance
September 23-25 • Held at St. Gregory’s (100 NE Mizner Blvd, Boca Raton, FL)
An original musical production of a modern-day story of Mary Magdalene, co-authored by The Rev. Dr. Patsy McGregor and Collette Maurel. Proceeds from musical will be used to provide empowerment for marginalized women in Madagascar.
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Parish Potluck Ultreya
Friday, September 30 at 6pm in Parish Hall
If you have attended a Cursillo in the past, or would like to attend one, please join us for this time of food, singing and celebration. Come prepared to make palanca for the Men’s Cursillo #93 (October 6-9). RSVP to Patti Daniell at evans3958@gmail.com.
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Rector’s Bible Study for Fall 2016
“Speakers of the Word: A Journey with the Biblical Prophets” (led by Rev. Paul Kane)
Thursdays at 10:30 am & 7:00 pm
October 6, 13, 20; November 3, 10, & 17
Join us as we explore the writings of the Major and Minor Prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures.
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Off the Ave Book Group
Wednesday, October 19, at 7pm
Come read with us, share your love of literature, and engage in thoughtful discussions.
The first book is: All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.
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Blessing of the Animals
Saturday, October 1, 3–5pm in the Children’s Garden
All creatures great and small are invited to attend, the event begins at 3pm with a blessing by Fr. Paul at 4pm.
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Parish Life Offerings 2016-17
There are many ways to worship, study, and serve at St. Paul’s.
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#AskJustinWelby
Tweeters invited to #AskJustinWelby on prayer
The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will take part in an online question and answer session using the social media platform Twitter on Monday (5 September). The event will be the first time Archbishop Welby has hosted a public Q&A session on Twitter – and he has chosen the subject of prayer as the theme.
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Treasures & Trinkets Flea Market
Our fall fundraiser will be Treasures & Trinkets, a Flea Market (Bring it, price it, sell it!) All proceeds support the ministries of St Paul’s. Check out the sample tables in the courtyard for ideas and help estimate what price is right! What will your table behold?
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Confirmation
Saturday, September 24 at 5pm
If you would like to be confirmed, received from another tradition or reaffirm your faith, please pick up a form in the courtyard or, contact the office at 561-276-4541. Not sure? Clergy are standing by to help you discern!
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Christian Mysticism Today
The Rev. Dr. Kevin Goodrich, O.P., a traveling teacher on spirituality, ministry and living will be teaching a seminar at St. Paul’s entitled: Walter Hilton and Christian Mysticism Today on Wednesday, September 28, at 7pm. The session will begin with Evening Prayer at 7pm (Fr.
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Seeking Common Ground Initiative
Sunday, September 18 in Bush Hall
(after 10am worship service)
Do you have a passionate interest in the critical social issues of our day? Do you long to view these issues through the lens of faith? Are you seeking personal transformation through a deeper fellowship of prayer and dialogue?
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Thank you from CROS Ministries
On August 27 & 28, St. Paul’s celebrated CROS Ministries and we collected 141/2 boxes of food, which equates to around 220 pounds of food. We also packed 71/2 boxes of hygiene kits that were taken directly to the Caring Kitchen to be used immediately. Thank you for all your support!
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Rock the Universe
All St. Paul’s Junior and Senior High Youth and their friends are invited to Rock the Universe… A night of Christian concerts and great rides at Universal Studios in Orlando. Registration open now! Episcopal Youth Groups from The Chapel of Saint Andrew, St. Gregory’s, St. Matthew’s, and Bishop Holly Mission will join us.
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CROS Ministries Sunday
August 27 & 28 at all services
Items needed for Food Pantries: canned meat (tuna, chicken, ham), canned fruit and vegetables, boxed mac and cheese, peanut butter, pasta.
Travel-sized toiletry items needed for hygiene kits: soap, razor, lotion, deodorant, toothbrush/ toothpaste,
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Family Financial Fitness
Saturday, September 10
Beginning with lunch at noon, and by popular demand, a workshop for families will be offered by Gail Wright, parish member, accountant, author, and experienced in family finances. This workshop is free and open to all – parents from the other youth groups that are going to Rock the Universe,
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Church School Registration
Registration for Church School begins August 21, forms will be available at the Parent Café. A wonderful program is planned for all ages! Pre-K Godly Play, Elementary Godly Storytelling, Junior High and High School Huddles and Acolyte Teams as well as many special events are planned. Our Church School is open to everyone in the community.
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NEW! The Parent Café
Beginning August 21, we are excited to begin our “Parent Café” for families with young children. Throughout the school year after every 10am Sunday service, all children will be invited to play on the Day School playground while the parents socialize in the (air-conditioned!) Day School Office and enjoy coffee and other refreshments.
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Family Roundup on Sunday, August 21
Family Roundup for PK – Elementary School Children after 10am worship service
All children ages PK-Grade 5 are invited to join in the fun! We are welcoming back our VBS kids and getting revved up for the new program year. Please invite a friend! Following the 10am service the fun will include a magician,
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Backpack and Teacher Blessings on August 14
Backpack and Teacher Blessing
All School children are invited to bring their backpacks on Sunday to be blessed at the 10am service. Teachers will be invited forward at all services and receive a blessing.
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Labor Day Chicken BBQ
Sunday, September 4
Prepared by the Brotherhood of St. Andrew.
New to the traditional offering of one-half chicken and three bean salad, we will be making homemade mac and cheese. Proceeds from this event go to funding St. Paul’s activities, the upkeep of the church and grounds,
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Christian Yoga – New Series ” A Holy Life Yields a Healthy Harvest
“I chose you from the world, to go and bear fruit that will last, says the Lord.” John 15:16
A brand new Christian yoga series begins: A Holy Life Yields A Healthy Harvest
All classes strengthen, refresh, open and renew the WHOLE YOU —
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Job Opening: Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry, part-time
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
188 South Swinton Avenue
Delray Beach, Florida 33444
www.stpaulsdelray.org
Telephone: 561-276-4541 Fax: 561-276-0304
Position Description
Part-time Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry
General: The Part-time Director of the Children, Youth,
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Camerata del Ré Concert
Strike the Viol!
Sunday, August 21 at 3pm
Music by Jaques Morel, Giovanni Gastoldi, Thomas Simpson, Georg Philipp Telemann, Jean-Baptiste Quentin, Johann Melchior Molter, Friedrich Rühe, and Antonio Vivaldi
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