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St. Paul's Episcopal ChurchPiney Parish

Waldorf, Maryland

June2011

From the Rector - June 2011Over the past few years, I find that I

am more and more intrigued with the ideasand ideals of some parts of the "emergentchurch." The emergent church is not somuch a denomination as a way of beingchurch. In working with the adult Biblestudy groups, I find that many people haveembraced an understanding - or at least ahope - of religion that is truly applicable tolife in today's world. The emergentchurch sees the Bible as a guidebook forliving the kind of life that Jesus led andthey understand that a disciple is one whoseeks to follow Jesus and model his or herlife on the life and teachings of Jesus.They recognize God as a God of love andnot an angry parent. They enjoy thefreedom to ask questions ap-d engage indiscussions about how_religion and theBible are meaningful in the 21st century.

Participants in the emergent church arehappy to take elements of worship from awide variety of historic traditions ­adapting and blending various historicchurch practices as a way of creatingworship that touches the mind, heart andsoul because it is creative, experiential,and sensory. It is not unusual for thesechurches to use and blend traditions of theAnglican Church, the Catholic Church, theOrthodox Church and Celtic Christianity.They are willing to explore various

practices such as prayer beads, icons,spiritual direction, the labyrinth, and lectiodivina. For this reason the emergingchurch is also sometimes called the"Ancient-Future" church. They recognizethat God does seem to care about sacredspace and ritUal. They remember that hetold Moses how to design the tabernacleand gave detailed directions to Solomonfor building the Temple in Jerusalem.Reformers in the 16th century, knowing thepower of beauty, of liturgy, of art andmusic, stripped churches clean of allartwork demanding bare walls, clearwindows, no music, and no statues.

Of course, it's not just about settingand style. The foremost concern of theemergent church is having its membersparticipate with God in God's redemptivework in the world. It recognizes thechurch as the community through whichGod works and the means by which Godmakes the "Good News" available to theworld. It calls the church to do as Jesusdid: help individuals, families, andsocieties and reach out to the least, thelost, and the lonely making them welcomein our midst. It calls the church to givespecial care and attention to those who aredespised or neglected by the world. Itreminds its members that "God sent hisson into the world not to condemn theworld but that the world might be SAVEDthrough him." [Jn3:16]

The emergent church believes that weare all called to be evangelists. Not thekind who grab you by the collar and ask ifyou are saved; or the kind who tell youhow sinful and fallen you are and how youare going to hell; and certainly not thekind who make you feel guilty about who

you are or what you've done in the past.Ratper, it calls its members to talk andteach about Jesus and tell of God's greatlove for the world and how that love isfreely available to each and every person.

A message about the infinite greatnessof God's love and its availability toeveryone... that's my kind of church.

Blessings,

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May 22nd VESTRY MEETINGHIGHLIGHTS

• After an annual inspection, it wasdetermined that the HVAC systemwas in need of repair. Funding forthe repairs is available fromseveral sources and the work will

begin this Tuesday. Repairs areanticipated to be complete bySunday, May 29. ~

• The Piney Cookbook is comingalong. Recipes are coming in at asteady pace.

• The Fabulous Fifty Plus Luncheonwas a great success and received alot of positive attention at theDiocesan level.

• The Piney Garden Plot has beenplanted and things are starting tosprout!

• Parishioners who do not pledge butgive on a regular basis are

encouraged to continue to gIVeduring the summer, even whenthey do not attend services.

• The Parish picnic has beenrescheduled for June 12th tocoincide with Pentecost.

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J l""th' Al' C1. ,~ ••line .:. IS our d- nurcn YICmc.The 10:15 service will be held outdoorswith the picnic to follow. All food will beprovided and a free-will offering will beavailable to help cover expenses. Pleasebring your lawn chairs. If you plan toattend, a sign-up sheet will be available onthe bulletin board. We look forward toseeing you on the 12th.

Jane J'rufi and Linda :J{ura**********************************

LADIES' NIGHT OUT ..•

••• in June will be at 6 pm onWednesday, June 15 at the SzechuanGarden Restaurant on Smallwood DriveWest in Waldorf by the mall. Please planto join us for a great evening of food andfellowship. Newcomer or long-timer,everyone is welcome!

ST. PAUL'S COOKBOOK

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computer software package that IS

designed specifically to producecookbooks. Casey Hurd has offered toenter all the recipes in the softwarepackage. Please forward your recipes viaemail to lkhurd@msn.com or by mail toCasey Hurd, 12049 Steven Lane, Dunkirk,MD 20754-9426. If you bring them tochurch, please give them to either CaseyHurd, Linda Hurd or Susan Parody orplace them in either Susan's or Linda'smailbox in the office.

Our goal is to have the cookbookcompleted and ready for sale before LaborDay. So, to meet this schedule, we wouldlike to complete collecting recipes by June30th. The recipes will be divided intochapters as follows:

1) Appetizers and Beverages2) Breads and Rolls3) Salads, Dressings and Vegetables4) Soups, Sandwiches and Sauces5) Meats, Main Dishes and Casseroles6) Pies, Pastries, Cookies and Bars7) Desserts, Cakes, Candies and

Frostings8) Recipes handed down through

generations (this can b~ for'"any type offood/beverage). Please include a shortnote about the person who originated therecipe and why the recipe is still a favoriteof the family today.

9) Helpful Household Tips10) Helpful Cooking techniques

We will also include other information

on food substitutes, measurements, etc. ­information which is typically found incookbooks.

Your recipes may be submittedthrough the mail, emailed or dropped off atthe church. We will be utilizing a

Susan paroay, Linaa and

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ST. PAUL'S, PINEY BOOK CLUB

The PBC has chosen for our next

book, Manhunt. the Twelve Dav Searchfor Lincoln's Killer by James L. Swanson.Linda and Casey Hurd will be hosting thenext scheduled meeting at 7 pm on July11 th at the home of Lorraine Berry in LaPlata If you are interested in joining usfor this book, we would love for you tomark your calendar and come!

For more details, contact Jan IvIiHer atiamnil1\iUcomcast.net or 240-607-9100.

Janice .Jvli{{er**********************************

ST. PAUL'S DAY at the BLUE CRABS

!hursday, July 21,2011- 7:05 pm

St. Paul's Church has been selected for the

"Crabs for a Cause" program in whichnon-profit organizations earn $6.50 foreach $13 ticket sold. To make this asuccess, we need to sell at least 50 ticketsso encourage your family, friends andneighbors to join you for St. Paul's Day atthe Blue Crabs! In addition to the

fundraising, St. Paul's Church, PineyParish will also receive publicity duringthe game. To purchase tickets, pleasecontact Lorraine Berry or emailinfoiCl}pinevparish.org. Please take thisexcellent opportunity to enjoy a funevening out, root for the Blue Crabs andsupport S1.Paul's Church!

Jane :fruli

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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES!

The following St. Paul's parishioners aregraduating from high school or college:

Jessica Barnwell, daughter of Dewey andMary Barnwell, from North Point HighSchool

Nicole Burroughs, daughter of DukeBurroughs, from Calvert High School

Matthew Paul Leman, son of David andSherry Leman, grandson of Dick andMargaret Leman, from Chopticon HighSchool '

Ryan Paul Leman, son of David andSherry Leman, grandson of Dick andMargaret Leman, from Chopticon HighSchool

Kenny Levy, son of Mary and Tim Levy,grandson of George and Betty Thompson,from Thomas Stone High School. Kennyreceived a special award as "Hero of theYear" for saving a newborn infant.

John Sackman, Jr., son of Kristin andJohn Sackman, Sr., from La Plata HighSchool.

Megan Johnson, granddaughter of NancyJohnson, from Salisbury State University.

Kristen Parody, daughter of Susan andMichael Parody, Master's Degree inEntertainment Business from Full Sail

University in Winter Park, Florida.

If there are other graduates in the parish,please notify the office so they can beincluded in next month's Epistle.

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FROM THE ALTAR GUILD:

If you have taken a corporal from thesacristy home to launder, please return itas the supply is low. Thank you!

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SERVICE/OUTREACH NEWS:

Angel's Watch Women's Shelter: LoisKeech, Joan Crittenden and MargaretLeman put together and delivered 24 giftbags for the women at the ~t\ngel'sWatchShelter. The bags were filled with thewonderful donations from the parish andthe residents of the shelter were most

appreciative. A lasagna dinner was alsodelivered to the residents on May 17th ­

thank you to all who contributed to themeal!

Robert Fuller Men's Shelter: Thank youto everyone who has brought in personalcare items for the residents at the men's

shelter. See Darlene Guy if you wouldlike to help organize gift bags to give tothe men in June. We will also have

another men's clothing drive in the fall.

LifeStyles, Inc.: Many of our homelessneighbors must resort to living in woodedareas around the county during the warmermonths. Support our homeless neighborsthrough LifeStyles, Inc. by donating tents,sleeping bags, warm clothing and blankets.LifeStyles also accepts gift'" cards fromlocal food eateries to hand out to those in

need of a meal. Bring these items in andwe will make sure they get delivered tolifeStyles, Inc. in La Plata.

Relay for Life: The "Piney Patriots" isour parish team for the Relay for Life.The event to raise funds for cancer

research wiil begin at 6 pm on June 17th atthe Blue CrabslRegency Stadium. Youcan still make a donation for a luminarythat you can dedicate to a loved one; eitherin "memory of' or "in thanksgiving for the

life of. " You can include a photo of theperson to be put up on the big screen at thestadium on the night of the relay. Theluminaries will be lit and your messagewill be displayed on the big screen at 9pm. Please see Lorraine Berry or CathyLavender for more information.

Luminaries must be "purchased" by June13th.

Christmas in April: Nine members fromS1. Paul's spent Saturday, April 30th

working hard to help an elderly neighborin Marbury repair her home. The housewas in need of a lot of major repairs; buthopefully our efforts, along with the effortof the many other volunteers who wereworking on her house, will keep her safe,warm and dry in the coming years. Thankyou, Volunteers!

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The following is taken from The ParishPaver Ideas and Insights for ActiveCongregations

Financial Stewardship:Myths & Principles (Part 6)

Seven Financial Stewardship Principles

Leaders in high-per-capita-givingcongregations understand and base theirgiving-education methods on thefollowing statements:

6. "We base onr stewardshipappeals on a biblical rather thanon an institutional foundation."

Rick Warren puts it this way: "Weeasily miss the spiritual significance

of giving money. We need to give• the first part of our day in

meditation to God. We need to givethe first part of our week in worshipof God. We need to give the firstpart of our income to God. We needto give the first part of our social lifeto fellowship with other Christians."Each of these four kinds of givingkeeps our mental compass God­focused. (Discovering SpiritualMaturity by Rick Warren, audio­tapes, c.L.A.S.S. 201)

7. "Our church uses an annualcampaign based on theseprinciples every year, and we see10 to 15 percent increases in totalgiving each year."

Congregations can delete andreplace the myths that keep them inpoverty. For example, somechurches have experienced 100percent growth in giving from sevenconsecutive years of an annualstewardship program such as NewConsecration Sunday. "

The Bottom Line

Stifle the inclination to introduce

giving appeals with statements such as, "Iwish we didn't have to talk about money,but. ... "

Instead, make statements such as, "Ourannual stewardship campaign is anopportunity for each of us to reflect on thespiritual connection between generousgiving and becoming rich toward God."

This is the final chapter of FinancialStewardship: Myths & Principles.

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CE1\1ETERY COMMITTEE

On Saturday, May 21, 2011, weinstalled a new drainage system to removeall water from our down spouts around ourgarage area. That same day we rented astump grinder so we could remove all treestumps in our picnic and playground area.This will be a safer area for all of St.

Paul's family to use at any time.This was done as a labor of love with

the help of many hands. Thanks for yourhands, Duke Burroughs, John Freeman,Don Garner, Joe Guy, Rob Mumford,Jimmy Robey and Skip Roland. Manythanks to Vicky lviumford for havingcoffee and refreshments for our workers.

Weare always working to improve andkeep our grounds looking beautiful.Thanks for all your support. May Godbless you.

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We are so blessed to have such awonderful church family! We want tothank you all so muchfor all your love andsupport when our mother died!! It was so

wonderful to have so many loving handshelping us!

Thankyou so much.With love,

me fugates and :llradJIs

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ALL ABOUT AIR

a Recently the compressor in our air­conditioning unit died. It served us welland faithfully for the past seventeen years.As you are aware the compressor isresponsible for providing air-conditioningin the summer. We were told by thecompany that installed the original unitand has serviced it faithfully all theseyears, that we would need to replace thecompressor unit and that the cost for a newunit, labor and materials would beapproximately $15,000. While significant,this is not an unreasonable amount for the

size of the compressor and the fact that itrequires a crane to get the old unit out andto install a new unit.

The finance comrnitteedeterrnined that

we could not reasonably expect to run thechurch without heat and air-conditioningand approved the expenditure. The vestrydid also. In keeping with prudentmanagement of pledge income, we hadbeen putting money aside the last coupleof years in a contingency maintenancefund in anticipation of just suchemergencies. We knew that 4n a plant aslarge, and as old, and as iJusy as ours thatthere would be maintenance issues that

couldn't be anticipated but which wouldrequire immediate attention. Fortunately,we had the generous contribution ofpeople who allowed us to keep and putextra "window money" in our buildingcontingency fUlid. Weare making up thedifference by using some otherundesignated funds in our budget. Ofcourse, this depletes a significant amountof our reserves.

In keeping with our policy oftransparency, we wanted you all to beaware of what has happened and how itwas handled. The contract for the

replacement and work is on the bulletinboard across from the office. The unit was,replaced the last week of May.

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FABULOUS 50+ LUNCHEON ~

The Fabulous 50+ Luncheon, held onMay 11th, was a delightful gathering, andby all indications a huge success. TheHospitality Committee provided anelegant luncheon for 118 guests invitedfrom neighboring Episcopal churches inRegion VI.

Mother Joy celebrated an upliftingcommunion service, and the Rev. VaughnBooker from St. Phillips led the prayersboth before and after the meal. Our guestsdined on chicken salad, fresh assorted fruitand a biscuit served on fine china with

crystal accents. The dessert consisted ofvanilla pudding topped with whippedcream and a strawberry.

Birthdays and anniversaries wereremembered during the festivities withprayers, and further celebrated withstrawberry layered cake. While everyoneenjoyed dessert, Jennifer Cooper, a well­known musician, accompanied by ByxBullock, entertained with musicalselections from the '50's and othersentimental favorites.

The dedicated members of the

Hospitality Committee (Lorraine Berry,Ken and Val Carter, Linda Cavanaugh,Barbara Ferguson, Kathy Fomadley, JaneFruh, Mary Fugate, Darlene Gardner,

Darlene Guy, Judy Hamilton, Linda Hurd,Lc»s Keech, J\1argaret Leman, LindaLockhart, G.O. and Joyce Lyon, SallieLyons, Elaine Miller, Vicky Mumford,Barbara Myers, Joan Ritter, Janet Sargent,Joyce Scofield and Betty Thompson) spentseveral days preparing for this semi­annual event, and many more hoursreturning the hall to its original status.However, we consider this luncheon trulya "labor of love" that St. Paul's happilyprovides. The pleasure received is in thesmiles, thank yous and compliments givenby so many at the end of a lovelyafternoon.

Joyce Scofie{d & \1icfiy Mumford*************

Kudos from parishioners and others:

We want to thank you for the fun wehad at the "Fabulous 50+ " Luncheon.

Thefood was delicious, and it was alldone so nicely.

Thanks to allfor a great time.Sincerely,"

.Laurie and:Ed

The Fabulous 50+ service and

luncheon for Region VI parishes wasinspiring, delicious and delightful. St.Paul's, Piney Parish in Waldorf and theregion's planning committee, as usual,outdid itself

(from Annie Shaw of SeaburyCongregational Resources, formerlyEpiscopal Senior Ministries)

Also from Annie Shaw ­

Hello Joy!What a terrific - no! FABULOUS ­

event yesterday. And your sermon was, asusual for you, ~bothchuckle - and thought- provoking.

Mother Joy has been invited by AnnieShaw and Seabury to speak at a Lunch 'N'Learn meeting on June 2 at FriendshipTerrace, 4201 Butterworth Place, N.W.,Washington, DC 20016. This will befrom 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Thoseattending should respond to Annie by May31 at 202-414-6314 or

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GETAWAY WEEKENDAT SHRINE MONT

We enjoyed a weekend of greatfellowship, delicious food and beautifulcountryside. The group had wonderful funsharing personal stories, playing gamesand singing. We also had great funsinging around the campfire while roastingmarshmallows and eating ,Smores. A bigthank you to Mike Fritz for leading ourBible study class on Saturday and toCharlie and Ruth Gaumond for leading ourSunday prayer service on the mountain.We also thank Meredith May for leadingthe sing-a-Iong sessions and for playingthe bagpipes as our group followed herthrough the resort.

Lorraine 'Berry and Lind'a :J{urd**********************************

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IN JUNE

3 - Robert Mumford

5 - Bill and Margaret FraserCora JamesonJoan Ritter

6 - Becky Hackley7 - Kayleigh Monroe

Norm and Barbara Myers9 - Maggie Sackman

10 - Sue Kauffman

Gregory Reeves11 - Edith Henry10 - Sue Kauffman14 - Charles and Ruth Gaumond

17 - Beverley and Jean RagsdaleEmily VanHoozier

18 - Brandon VanHoozier19 - Harold Edwards20 - Stewart Brown

David Gebler

Lewis and Helen Pepper24 - Colvin Caldwell .25 - Joshua Sokol

26 - Phil and Judy HamiltonJay Rottier

28 - Tracy Monroe29 - Dick Leman

30 - James GoughJacob Yelverton

if you have a birthday or anniversaryin June and are not listed above,please notify the office so that youcan be included next time. Thank you!

Thank you to those who hosted CoffeeHour in May:

Phil and Judy HamiltonMeg and Kayleigh MonroePam and Guy SmithDon and Betty WilsonRuss and Ann LancasterTony and Becky HackleyFred and Joan RitterJane FruhKaren TruittDora BuntingGeorgi WalshCindy BearsElsie MintzMaria Jameson

The Right Rev. John Bryson ChaneThe Bishop of Washington

Rector: The Rev. Dr. Joy Rose, TSSFPhone: 301-934-8001

Email: revjovrose@aoi.comParish Office: 301-645-5000

FAX: 301-638-5894

Email: PinevParish@aoLcomWeb Page: www.PinevParish.orQ

Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday,9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Senior ''/varden: Kristin Sackman, 301-392-9367Junior Warden: Don Garner, 301-934-5275

Cemetery Director: Phil Hamilton, 301-645-5327Facilities Coordinator:

Donna Ferguson, 301-934-3127

••SHAKE IT UP CAFE"

"Where Kids Carry Out God's Recipe"

Date: June 26-30

Time: 5:30p-7:30P

(Simple dinners will be served 5:30p-6p)

Needed: Teachers and Food Preparers

There is NO experience needed in these jobs,

just love and fun

Contact: Karen Truitt

301-645-6183 or gjgsz@verizon.net

"If anyone is jn Christ, there is a new creation"

2 Corinthians 5:17a

YARD SALESt. Paul's Church

June 4, 2011, 7 G.m. to 1 p.m.Rain or Shine

Donations accepted through 6/2

MINISTRIES FOR JUNE

June 5June 12June 19June 26

ALTAR GUilD

Margaret FraserSusan ParadyLinda & Fred CavanaughJoyce ScofieldBill Fraser

Paula TruitteJane FruhJoyce Lyon

COUNTERS

Phil HamiltonLaurie JaffePaula TruitteKathy WesleyJane Fruh

Peggy GoldsmithJoe GuyKaren Truitt•

8 O'CLOCKlEM(S) and lECTORS

Janet SargentJoan CrittendenSteve SeelyRon Crittenden2nd lESSON READERS

Joan CrittendenRon Crittenl~enRon CrittendenGregory Reeves

ACOLYTES USHER(S)

Gregory ReevesFer,n BrownGuy SmithWendy & Emily VanHoozierVicky Mumford

GREETER(S)

Dora BuntingPhil ft.' Judy HamiltonLois KeechDora Bunting

COFFEE HOUR

Jan & Jim WatersDarlene & JiJe GuyAnn & Jim Robey

10:15 A.M. lECTORS

Duke BurroughsCharles GaumondClarence St. JohnSusan Fritz2nd lESSON READERS

Joe FlynnNicete MoodieNicete MoodieBen Kettner

lEMS

Duke BurroughsCharles GaumondClarence St. JohnSusan FritzMelinda Brown

Fred CavanaughMelinda BrownSusan Parody

ACOLYTES

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USHER(S)

The Truitt FamilyGreg & Donna FergusonLorraine BerryLynn & Sallie LyonsWesley Hamilton

GREETER(S)

Joyce ScofieldMichael & Susan FritzSusan ParodyLynn lyons

COFFEE HOUR:

Vicky MumfordPARISH PICNICJan Spotz

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6pmLadies' Night Out at I RELAY FOR LIFE7:00 pm

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Restaurant Waldorf7pmAdult Choir

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Food Pantry Open10 am Confirmationat the Cathedral

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