Welcome to St. Andrew's Parish
Kent, CT
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Weekly Services:
Sunday 8:30am - Holy Eucharist Sunday 10:30am - Holy Eucharist with music (limited seating, see below) Wednesday - 6:00pm Holy Eucharist Friday Prayer & Meditation - 5:30pm Saturday, October 31 - All Hallows' Eve Service at 7pm Feast Days - as announced |
St Andrew's Parish is a vibrant Episcopal community in the Anglican tradition which gathers in beauty and in grace to celebrate and share God's gifts to all of God's people.
With God’s help, we strive to listen, to serve, and to grow. |
Link Here to St Andrew's Online Services
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Sunday, 25 October, 2020
to be streamed online live at 10:30am
https://youtu.be/NvB0LbumVsk
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THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Holy Eucharist
Proper 25, Year A
The Reverend Douglas S. Worthington, Provisional Priest in Charge
Note: Limited Seating
Please email Irene Connors
AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you wish to attend.
collageconnors@gmail.com
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Sunday, October 25th Bulletin:
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Lections for This Week
Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18
Psalm 1
1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
Matthew 22:34-46
Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18
Psalm 1
1 Thessalonians 2:1-8
Matthew 22:34-46
PLEASE NOTE: If you or someone you know is having difficulty accessing our online services, the weekly E-pistle or our web site … or who would like to participate in our Zoom offerings but don't know how … please let Fr Douglas or Heather know. We have parishioners who are willing to help you and also make sure your equipment and internet connection are working properly. We don't want anyone to miss an opportunity to be part of the life of St Andrew's!
To read the latest issue of our E-pistle newsletter, please click HERE.
Rev. Douglas S. Worthington - Provisional Priest in Charge
Dear People of St Andrew's Parish,
It is neither novel nor overstated to observe that all of us are living in a challenging, difficult period. In normal times, over the course of a given day or week, when we ask people how they are doing, many will say they're fine, but only a few—perhaps those we're closest to or the most candid with—might volunteer that things aren't going that well. Since March, however, we have allbeen living under the pall of COVID-19: the threat it poses to our health, both individually and collectively; and the disrupting effect it's had on our lives and livelihoods—on some of the most basic patterns and activities of our lives. None of us, I'd venture, is doing 'fine.'
The pandemic has put many people's social lives on hold, which leaves them at greater risk for loneliness. This is a concern especially for older people and those whose health is compromised. Knowing they face a higher risk of developing severe symptoms from COVID-19, they choose to stay home. Without theatres, museums, shops and restaurant to frequent and with limits on visitors (for some), it's very possible to feel lonely or isolated. And these feeling can affect our physical health and may lead to the development of some unhealthy habits.
Saint Andrew's would really like to help our parishioners and friends who may be experiencing any of these effects of living under COVID. Each week in the E-pistle we let you know about our services and classes that are available online, and everyone is always invited to join them. But we know that using the internet is a challenge for some people. If that's true for you, please let me know, and we will connect you to a parishioner who can help you.
We also know that for other folks, 'virtual' worship or 'Zoom' classes are not a substitute for personal contact. That is, after all, the way God made us: to be in regular, close contact with other human beings—not always at the other end of a screen or a phone. If you are feeling isolated from St Andrew's … if you would like someone to talk to … if you're able to have an in-person, socially distanced visit … please, please be in touch with me. I would like to do whatever I can to help you stay as closely connected to your parish family as possible, while we wait out this virus and the advent of a vaccine or treatment.
Jesus knew the power of human contact: He touched people to heal them; gathered crowds around Him to preach and teach; and ate countless meals with His disciples, with tax collectors and sinners, and, on occasion, with crowds of four or five thousand. In these times when we can do none of those things, I think He encourages us to do whatever else we can to make up for the 'touch' we have lost for the time being. Please let us know how St Andrew's might be the touch of Jesus for you, during this season.
In the peace and love of Christ,
Douglas+
Frdouglas.sak@gmail.com
860-592-0171 (rectory, and also rings on mobile)
It is neither novel nor overstated to observe that all of us are living in a challenging, difficult period. In normal times, over the course of a given day or week, when we ask people how they are doing, many will say they're fine, but only a few—perhaps those we're closest to or the most candid with—might volunteer that things aren't going that well. Since March, however, we have allbeen living under the pall of COVID-19: the threat it poses to our health, both individually and collectively; and the disrupting effect it's had on our lives and livelihoods—on some of the most basic patterns and activities of our lives. None of us, I'd venture, is doing 'fine.'
The pandemic has put many people's social lives on hold, which leaves them at greater risk for loneliness. This is a concern especially for older people and those whose health is compromised. Knowing they face a higher risk of developing severe symptoms from COVID-19, they choose to stay home. Without theatres, museums, shops and restaurant to frequent and with limits on visitors (for some), it's very possible to feel lonely or isolated. And these feeling can affect our physical health and may lead to the development of some unhealthy habits.
Saint Andrew's would really like to help our parishioners and friends who may be experiencing any of these effects of living under COVID. Each week in the E-pistle we let you know about our services and classes that are available online, and everyone is always invited to join them. But we know that using the internet is a challenge for some people. If that's true for you, please let me know, and we will connect you to a parishioner who can help you.
We also know that for other folks, 'virtual' worship or 'Zoom' classes are not a substitute for personal contact. That is, after all, the way God made us: to be in regular, close contact with other human beings—not always at the other end of a screen or a phone. If you are feeling isolated from St Andrew's … if you would like someone to talk to … if you're able to have an in-person, socially distanced visit … please, please be in touch with me. I would like to do whatever I can to help you stay as closely connected to your parish family as possible, while we wait out this virus and the advent of a vaccine or treatment.
Jesus knew the power of human contact: He touched people to heal them; gathered crowds around Him to preach and teach; and ate countless meals with His disciples, with tax collectors and sinners, and, on occasion, with crowds of four or five thousand. In these times when we can do none of those things, I think He encourages us to do whatever else we can to make up for the 'touch' we have lost for the time being. Please let us know how St Andrew's might be the touch of Jesus for you, during this season.
In the peace and love of Christ,
Douglas+
Frdouglas.sak@gmail.com
860-592-0171 (rectory, and also rings on mobile)
A video of D0uglas's Ordination Service is available for viewing via our YouTube Channel.
You can find a direct link HEyoutu.be/5gOR0pigp8cRE.
To see a Photo Gallery of the Ordination Day and our PPIC's First Communion Service
CLICK HERE
A New Prayer Writing Team is Now Forming
Do you like to pray? OK, that was a bit of a loaded question! Hopefully, we alllike to pray. But if you are especially interested in prayer, we may have a new opportunity for you. We are bringing together a group of people to write the Prayers of the People for our Sunday liturgies. The prayer book provides a general outline of what we should pray for each Sunday, but we are then called to use our skills, creativity and awareness of what is happening in our lives—as a parish, as a community, as a nation and as a world—to craft prayers that truly come from the hearts of the people of St Andrew's. (This is, by the way, why the Prayers of the People are traditionally read either by a parishioner or by a deacon, who serves the people.)
This will not be a heavy burden, we promise! We will probably create one sets of prayers for each liturgical season from Advent through Eastertide, and then one set of prayers per month during Ordinary Time, the season after Pentecost. Writing may be done individually or in groups … and can all be done remotely. Father Douglas will work with this group, to help them along, as needed.
If you are interested, please let Fr Douglas know with a phone call (860-595-0171) or email (frdouglas.sak@gmail.com).
Do you like to pray? OK, that was a bit of a loaded question! Hopefully, we alllike to pray. But if you are especially interested in prayer, we may have a new opportunity for you. We are bringing together a group of people to write the Prayers of the People for our Sunday liturgies. The prayer book provides a general outline of what we should pray for each Sunday, but we are then called to use our skills, creativity and awareness of what is happening in our lives—as a parish, as a community, as a nation and as a world—to craft prayers that truly come from the hearts of the people of St Andrew's. (This is, by the way, why the Prayers of the People are traditionally read either by a parishioner or by a deacon, who serves the people.)
This will not be a heavy burden, we promise! We will probably create one sets of prayers for each liturgical season from Advent through Eastertide, and then one set of prayers per month during Ordinary Time, the season after Pentecost. Writing may be done individually or in groups … and can all be done remotely. Father Douglas will work with this group, to help them along, as needed.
If you are interested, please let Fr Douglas know with a phone call (860-595-0171) or email (frdouglas.sak@gmail.com).
Annual Fall Clean-up
SATURDAY, 31 OCTOBER
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
(please come as long … or as short … as you'd like)
Please bring rakes, tarps, bags, etc to help clean up the fallen leaves and enjoy some good times with parishioners in a casual, outdoor, masked setting.
Costumes are optional so reach in that closet and embrace your inner kid
A PIZZA LUNCH will follow at 12:30
We'll also be taking candid photos for the parish directory – so come by just for that, if you'd like!
COME OUT FOR A FUN TIME FOR ALL
SATURDAY, 31 OCTOBER
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
(please come as long … or as short … as you'd like)
Please bring rakes, tarps, bags, etc to help clean up the fallen leaves and enjoy some good times with parishioners in a casual, outdoor, masked setting.
Costumes are optional so reach in that closet and embrace your inner kid
A PIZZA LUNCH will follow at 12:30
We'll also be taking candid photos for the parish directory – so come by just for that, if you'd like!
COME OUT FOR A FUN TIME FOR ALL
Kent Food Bank
Please help the parish continue our support of the Kent Food Bank by sending a check in any amount to:
Kent Community Fund
P.O. Box 262
Kent, CT 06757
*Remember to put Food Bank in the memo of your check.
These funds will be used to purchase vouchers for local families in need, under the direction of our town's Social Services Director, Leah Pullaro.
The Kent Food Bank is also taking food donations during this difficult time, and is especially in need of:
Staples such as beans, rice, tea, coffee, sugar, nuts, hot & cold breakfast cereals, peanut butter, jellies, jams and tuna
Please remember that the Food Bank accepts pet foods as well!
Make certain that the 'Best by ...' dates are not past!
You may drop off food items on Thursdays from 9.00 to Noon in the back of the Community House on Main Street.
Please DO NOT come into the Food Bank, but leave
outside the door.
Please help the parish continue our support of the Kent Food Bank by sending a check in any amount to:
Kent Community Fund
P.O. Box 262
Kent, CT 06757
*Remember to put Food Bank in the memo of your check.
These funds will be used to purchase vouchers for local families in need, under the direction of our town's Social Services Director, Leah Pullaro.
The Kent Food Bank is also taking food donations during this difficult time, and is especially in need of:
Staples such as beans, rice, tea, coffee, sugar, nuts, hot & cold breakfast cereals, peanut butter, jellies, jams and tuna
Please remember that the Food Bank accepts pet foods as well!
Make certain that the 'Best by ...' dates are not past!
You may drop off food items on Thursdays from 9.00 to Noon in the back of the Community House on Main Street.
Please DO NOT come into the Food Bank, but leave
outside the door.
Video from September 21, 2020
Rung in Honor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Many Thanks to Ron Marasco & George-Ann Gowan
Rung in Honor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Many Thanks to Ron Marasco & George-Ann Gowan
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St. Andrew’s Histories
Reprints are now available for the two histories of St. Andrew’s:
Copies of each of these histories are available in the narthex or by contacting Heather in the parish office. We ask that you consider a donation of $8 for each history in order to help to defray the cost of printing.
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From Dylan Mello
Northwest Leadership Team - ECCT Dear Friends, The leaves are changing all across the Northwest Region. I am grateful for the beauty we live in and try to intentionally slow down to take in all that is around us. There is much going on around us as we serve our communities. The collaboration in food security continues to grow. We have events happening at Camp Washington. The ECCT Convention begins next week and our weekly Region programming continues. I encourage you to view the discussion we held last week as we heard from four speakers about statistics and how we can act to combat food insecurity. Our "Wednesday with the Saints" series continues with weekly videos. I invite you to join in making a video to share with the Region by seeing the information below and reaching out to me! There is much more and we are preparing for more work and service in the near future. Lastly, there is a Region Leadership Team meeting this Sunday and all are invited to see how the Northwest Region works together to further God's Mission. In Peace, Dylan Please also review our other ONLINE offerings at https://www.episcopalct.org/northwest/ |
Prayer List During the Time of Transition
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