Welcome to the Shepherd’s Staff Online. This newsletter is sent weekly by the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd to keep parish members and friends informed of current activities at the church.
In this edition:
Helping to Share the Blessing of Thanksgiving
Wednesday Evening Program
Thanksgiving Day Service
Office Closure
Wednesday Noon Eucharist
Vestry Meeting Synopsis
Helping to Share the Blessing of ThanksgivingYOU can make a difference this Thanksgiving to many in our surrounding community who otherwise will not have Thanksgiving dinner. This year, we again will provide families and individuals with food baskets containing everything necessary for a Thanksgiving dinner. Several of those families will be the families of children attending local elementary schools. Financial donations are appreciated and are a very important part of the success of this Outreach. If you are considering making a financial donation toward this cause, please do so at this time by calling the parish office at (904) 387-5691 or Paul Arrington at (904) 386-3576 so that purchases for the food baskets can be made. Thank you for sharing and for your service to our Lord!
Wednesday Evening Program – Wednesday, November 21Due to Thanksgiving on Thursday, the Wednesday Evening Program will not be held this week. The program will resume on Wednesday, November 28. For more information, contact Fr. Doug Hodsdon, Rector, at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Thanksgiving Day Service – Thursday November 22Holy Eucharist will be celebrated on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at 10:00 AM. For more information, contact Fr. Doug Hodsdon, Rector, at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Office Closed – Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23
The parish office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 22 and 23, in observance of Thanksgiving. In an emergency, contact Fr. Doug on his cell phone at 412-4361.
Wednesday Noon Eucharist to be Discontinued
After a discussion at Monday’s vestry meeting, it was decided to discontinue having a service of Holy Eucharist at 12:10 pm on Wednesdays, except during the Lenten season when the weekly Eucharist will be held. The reason for this change is, quite simply, a lack of attendance. Therefore, the next Wednesday noon service will be on Ash Wednesday next year.
Vestry Meeting Synopsis
The Vestry convened at 6:00 pm on Monday evening, November 19, 2007. Following an opening prayer and acceptance of previous minutes, reports were received from the Finance Committee and the Treasurer. Fr. Doug then led a discussion on making newcomers feel welcome at Good Shepherd. The Sr. Warden presented efforts to update our accounting processes. A report on facilities projects was presented by the Jr. Warden. Fr. Doug presented the calendar of events for Advent. The meeting was adjourned at approximately 7:45 pm. Complete minutes of the meeting will be available for review in the church office. The next meeting of the Vestry is scheduled for Monday, December 17, 2007.
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Welcome to the Shepherd’s Staff Online. This newsletter is sent weekly by the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd to keep parish members and friends informed of current activities at the church.
In this edition:
Helping to Share the Blessing of Thanksgiving
Wednesday Evening Programs
Committee Chair Meeting
Riverside Fine Arts Concert
Vestry Meeting
Helping to Share the Blessing of ThanksgivingYOU can make a difference this Thanksgiving to many in our surrounding community who otherwise will not have Thanksgiving dinner. This year, we again will provide families and individuals with food baskets containing everything necessary for a Thanksgiving dinner. Several of those families will be the families of children attending local elementary schools. Financial donations are appreciated and are a very important part of the success of this Outreach. If you are considering making a financial donation toward this cause, please do so at this time by calling the parish office at (904) 387-5691 or Paul Arrington at (904) 386-3576 so that purchases for the food baskets can be made. Thank you for sharing and for your service to our Lord.
Wednesday Evening Programs
After some debate, we have decided to begin the Wednesday evening series having attendees bring their own supper until we have a better idea of how many people will be attending on a regular basis. Then we will reevaluate having suppers prepared / provided accordingly.
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, we will not have a 5:30 pm worship service or supper/program on Nov. 21st; the regular schedule will resume on Nov. 28th.
For more information, contact Fr. Doug Hodsdon, Rector, at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Committee Chair Meeting – Thursday November 15A meeting of the committee chairs will be held on Thursday, November 15, at 6:00 PM in the Fant Library. For more information, contact Fr. Doug Hodsdon, Rector, at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Riverside Fine Arts Concert – Friday November 16
The Riverside Fine Arts Association will hold a concert on Friday evening, November 16, 2007, at 8:00 PM in the church.
This month’s guest artist is the Eroica Trio. The most sought-after trio in the world, the Eroica Trio thrills audiences with flawless technical virtuosity, irresistible enthusiasm and sensual elegance. Whether playing the great standards of the piano trio repertoire or daring contemporary works, the three young women who make up this celebrated ensemble electrify the concert stage with their performances of depth and precision.
For tickets and more information, contact the Riverside Fine Arts Association at 904-389-6222 or www.RiversideFineArts.org .
Vestry Meeting – Monday November 19The Vestry holds its monthly meeting every third Monday at 6:00 PM in the Fant Library. For more information, contact Stan Bullock, Sr. Warden at 608-6500 or Fr. Doug Hodsdon, Rector, at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org .
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Welcome to the Shepherd’s Staff Online. This newsletter is sent weekly by the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd to keep parish members and friends informed of current activities at the church.
In this edition:
Baptisms
Retirement Celebration for Jennifer Keen
Wednesday Evening Program Schedule
Golf Outing
Pot Luck Luncheon
BaptismsCongratulations to Audrey Anne Mills, daughter of Brian and Jennifer Mills, and James Dante Caldwell, son of Jeff and Kathryn Caldwell, who were baptized into the faith of Christ’s church last Sunday. Let us welcome and celebrate these new members in our church family.
Retirement Celebration for Jennifer Keen – Wednesday, November 7
After more than 22 years of loyal service and self-less dedication, Jennifer Keen will be retiring as parish secretary. While retirement marks the end of one season, so it begins a new one. As a parish family, let us come together to celebrate this change of seasons.
A special celebration of Holy Eucharist will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at 5:30 PM in honor and thanksgiving for Jennifer’s ministry at the Church of the Good Shepherd. The collection taken that evening will be presented to Jennifer as one token of our appreciation. Following the service, a dinner honoring Jennifer will be served in Craig Hall.
In addition, anyone who wishes to make a contribution toward Jennifer’s purse but unable to attend the retirement celebration may do so by sending a check to the church, payable to “The Church of the Good Shepherd”, with “Jennifer’s gift” indicated on your check.
Please mark your calendars today for this special evening of thanksgiving for the dedicated ministry of Jennifer Keen and congratulate her as she embarks on new adventures. I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, November 7th at 5:30 PM. For more information, contact Stan Bullock, Sr. Warden at 608-6500 or srwarden@goodshepherd23.org.
Wednesday Evening Program ScheduleDuring the month of November, the normal Wednesday evening program will only be held on November 14th and Wednesday, November 28th.
5:30 pm — Holy Eucharist
6:15 pm — Supper (provided) with a program following. For more information, contact Fr. Doug at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Charity Golf Outing – Friday November 9Good Shepherd will be hosting a charity golf tournament to benefit “The Bridge”.
The tournament will be held on Friday, November 7, 2007, at the North Hampton Golf Club in Fernandina Beach, FL. Donations for “The Bridge” are still being accepted.
Contact Mike Shurer at 387-4405 or Brian Mills at 860-5845 for more information.
Pot Luck Luncheon – Sunday November 11Our Pot Luck Luncheon for November will be held in Worsham Hall this Sunday, November 11, immediately following the10:00 AM service. Please remember to bring your favorite covered dish, either hot or cold, or a salad or dessert, to the kitchen on your way into the service. The Fellowship Committee will be hosting the luncheon and will see that your covered dish is brought out to the serving tables. Be sure to join us for this wonderful time of fellowship. For more information, contact the Fellowship Committee at fellowship@goodshepherd23.org.
A calendar of all events at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd can be seen by selecting the button at our website at www.goodshepherd23.org.
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Welcome to the Shepherd’s Staff Online. This newsletter is sent weekly by the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd to keep parish members and friends informed of current activities at the church.
In this edition:
Retirement Celebration for Jennifer Keen
Wednesday Evening Program Schedule
Building and Grounds Committee Meeting
Charity Golf Outing
Retirement Celebration for Jennifer Keen – Wednesday, November 7After more than 22 years of loyal service and self-less dedication, Jennifer Keen will be retiring as parish secretary. While retirement marks the end of one season, so it begins a new one. As a parish family, let us come together to celebrate this change of seasons.
A special celebration of Holy Eucharist will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at 5:30 PM in honor and thanksgiving for Jennifer’s ministry at the Church of the Good Shepherd. The collection taken that evening will be presented to Jennifer as one token of our appreciation. Following the service, a dinner honoring Jennifer will be served in Craig Hall.
In addition, anyone who wishes to make a contribution toward Jennifer’s purse before the 7th may do so by sending a check to the church, payable to “The Church of the Good Shepherd”, with “Jennifer’s gift” indicated on your check.
Please mark your calendars today for this special evening of thanksgiving for the dedicated ministry of Jennifer Keen and congratulate her as she embarks on new adventures. I look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, November 7th at 5:30 PM. For more information, contact Stan Bullock, Sr. Warden at 608-6500 or srwarden@goodshepherd23.org.
Wednesday Evening Program ScheduleDuring the month of November, the normal Wednesday evening program will only be held on November 14th and November 28th.
5:30 pm — Holy Eucharist
6:15 pm — Supper (provided) with a program following.
The programs in November will focus on stewardship. For more information, contact Fr. Doug at 387-5691 or dhodsdon@goodshepherd23.org.
Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting – Monday November 5The Buildings and Grounds Committee holds its monthly meeting every first Monday at 6:00 PM in the Fant Library. For more information, contact Keith Sands, Chair of the Finance Committee at 737-3753 or Nick Humphress at 374-9505 or nhumphress@comcast.net.
Charity Golf Outing – Friday November 9Good Shepherd will be hosting a charity golf tournament to benefit “The Bridge”. The cost is $95.00 per person or $350.00 per foursome.
The tournament will be held on Friday, November 7, 2007, at the North Hampton Golf Club in Fernandina Beach, FL. The tournament will follow a shotgun format with an 8:30 A.M. tee time. The cost includes greens fees, cart, buffet lunch, golf shirt, prizes and mulligans (3 for $10). Come get away from work and Jacksonville for a day and have fun with us.
Contact Gar Rosengren at 910-9385 (cell) or 384-2442 (home) for more information.
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