SAINT PAUL EPISCOPAL CHURCH
A Jubilee Ministry Center
Year of Saint Paul
June 29, 2008 - June 29, 2009
"A variety of gifts; but the same Spirit"
PARISH CALENDAR
Additional information on any of these events may be obtained by calling the Parish Office at 717-684-8496 / 9005 or by e-mail at stpaulepchcolumbia@earthlink.net and requesting a Newsletter and / or Sunday Bulletin. We are located at 340 Locust Street, Columbia, PA 17512. Please remember that all are welcome to all parish events.
Please check our Prayer and Worship page for the regular Weekend and Weekday prayer and worship schedule as well as special services that occur during the year. Check our Christian Formation Page for detailed information about our formation programs. The Youth Ministry page has the details on all the youth activities.
MAY
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
Wednesday, May 7 - 10:15 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, May 7 - 1:00 p.m. - Groome Room
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, May 8 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, May 8 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, May 9 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, May 10 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by Saint Paul Episcopal Church
PROPERTY COMMITTEE
Saturday, May 10 - 8:30 a.m. - Groome Room
WORSHIP ASSISTANT TRAINING AND PRAYER
Saturday, May 10 - Church
Prayer Leaders - 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
Acolytes - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Eucharistic Ministers / Visitors - 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ushers and Greeters - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lectors - 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
All current and new Worship Assistants are expected to attend for prayer, refreshment of ministry, and renewal.
ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION - SUNDAY ADULT FORUM
Sunday, May 11 - 9:05 a.m. - Groome Room
Please see the Christian Formation Page for complete details on the topic and presenter
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, May 13 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
DAISY SCOUTS
Tuesday, May 13 - 6:30 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
Wednesday, May 14 - 10:15 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, May 15 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, May 15 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, May 16 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION - SUNDAY ADULT FORUM
Sunday, May 18 - 9:05 a.m. - Groome Room
Please see the Christian Formation Page for complete details on the topic and presenter
YOUTH GROUP EVENT - PARENT LUNCH
Sunday, May 18 - 11:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
Please see the Youth Ministry page for details
ESTATE AND LIFE PLANNING SEMINAR
Sunday, May 18 - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Lunch at 1:00 p.m. / Seminar begins at 1:30 p.m.
This seminar will cover three areas: the need for estate planning (a will) in the State of Pennsylvania; ways to remember your church and other charitable organizations; elder care issues such as asset protection and medical power of attorney. This seminar is free and open to the public. Registration is required - call the parish office at 684-8496.
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, May 20 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
DAISY SCOUTS
Tuesday, May 20 - 6:30 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
Wednesday, May 21 - 10:15 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, May 22 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, May 22 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, May 23 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, May 24 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by Banner of Love Ministries
OUTREACH MINISTRY COMMITTEE MEETING
Sunday, May 25 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL DAY PARADE FOOD STAND
Sunday, May 25 - 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.
The parish will have a food stand in the churchyard during the Annual Columbia Memorial Day Parade. All proceeds will benefit the parish operating budget.
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
Monday, May 26
In honor of Memorial Day
MEMORIAL DAY EUCHARIST
Monday, May 26 - 9:30 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
Come and remember those who gave their lives in the service of their country and to those who serve today at home and around the world. All are welcome!
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, May 27 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
DAISY SCOUTS
Tuesday, May 27 - 6:30 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, May 29 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday, May 29 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, May 29 - 7:00 p.m. - Rector's Office
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, May 30 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
JUNE
ANNUAL VISIT OF THE BISHOP
Sunday, June 1 - 9:30 a.m. - Church
Retired Bishop Charlie McNutt will visit with us today. He will be principal celebrant and preach at our Eucharist (only one service at 9:30 a.m. today). He will confirm and / or receive those who have been prepared. Following the service we will have a lunch in the Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center.
COLUMBIA MINISTERIUM MEETING
Monday, June 2 - 9:00 a.m.
Community Life Network Office at the Columbia Health Center
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, June 3 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, June 4 - 1:00 p.m. - Groome Room
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, June 5 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR REHERSAL
Thursday, June 5 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room
ANNUAL DIOCESAN CONVENTION
Thursday, June 5 through Saturday, June 7 - Bucknell University
Father Patrick, and elected delegates and alternates Lee Machan, Tracy Witmer, and David Morath will represent Saint Paul's
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, June 6 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, June 7 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by the Columbia Christian Fellowship
EUCATION RECOGNITION SUNDAY
Sunday, June 8 - 10:15 a.m. - Church
At our 10:15 a.m. service we will honor our Sunday School children and teachers for their hard work and dedication during the last 9 months. We will also recognize our high school and college graduates.
VESTRY MEETING
Sunday, June 8 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, June 10 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, June 12 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR REHERSAL
Thursday, June 12 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, June 13 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
COLUMBIA AUTO SHOW BREAKFAST AND FOOD STAND
Saturday, June 14 - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center and Churchyard
During the Annual Columbia Auto Show Saint Paul will offer a pancake breakfast (ham, pancakes, eggs, toast, juice, coffee) for $5.00 from 7:00 - 10:00 a.m. in the Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center. Beginning at 10:00 a.m. the parish will have a food stand in the churchyard offering hot dogs, baked goods, and soda / water.
PROPERTY COMMITTEE MEETING
Saturday, June 14 - 8:30 a.m. - Groome Room
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, June 17 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, June 19 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR REHERSAL
Thursday, June 19 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, June 20 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, June 24 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, June 26 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
CHOIR REHERSAL
Thursday, June 26 - 7:00 p.m. - Choir Room
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, June 26 - 7:00 p.m. - Rector's Office
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, June 27 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
SAINT PAUL'S WORLD FAMOUS STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
Saturday, June 28 - 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Churchyard
As part of the Columbia Art and Craft Show, Saint Paul's will continue its 25 year tradition of offering its world famous strawberry festival including homebaked short cakes, ice cream, and chocolate sauce (sauce optional). In addition, there will be a hot dog stand with baked good, soda, and water.
CHOIR RECOGNTION SUNDAY
Sunday, June 29 - 10:15 a.m. - Church
At our 10:15 a.m. service we will honor our choir along with our Organist, Choir Director, and Coordinator of Sacred Music for all their hard work this past year. The choir and their leaders have worked very hard, not only at our Sunday service, but also at over 25 special services thoughout the year. We will also present the Eleanor Roberts Award for outstanding service to one of the choir.
OUTREACH MINISTRY COMMMITTEE MEETING
Sunday, June 29 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
SOLEMN SUNG EVENSONG - KICK-OFF CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR OF SAINT PAUL
Sunday, June 29 - 4:00 p.m. - Church
We begin our Bimillenial Year of Saint Paul (June 29, 2008 through June 28, 2009) with a celebration of Solemn Sung Evensong. Father Patrick will be our celebrant and Father Anthony Krisak will be our guest preacher. There will be other prayer and worship, educational, and social events scheduled throughout the year. Call the parish office for a Year of Saint Paul brochure with a complete list of events and programs. This year also marks the 160 year of the parish family of Saint Paul here in Columbia. You may also go the Year of Saint Paul page on this website for additional information.
JULY
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, July 1 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Thursday, July 3 - Parish Office Closed
Please note that the parish office is normally closed on Friday, so in honor of Independence Day on Friday, July 4, the parish office will be closed on Thursday, July 3
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, July 3 - NO EVENING PRAYER THIS EVENING DUE TO HOLIDAY
INDEPENDENCE DAY EUCHARIST
Friday, July 4 - 9:30 a.m. - Holy Communion Choir
We come together as a parish family to celebrate our Independence Day Eucharist. The rights, freedoms, and liberties we enjoy find their root in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is only right that we hear the Word of God and break bread together in thanksgving and celebration. We will use the 1789 format of the Eucharist at our celebration. Bring a friend. All are Welcome!
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, July 4 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, July 5 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by the Columbia Christian Fellowship
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, July 8 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, July 9 - 1:00 p.m. - Groome Room
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, July 10 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, July 11 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, July 12 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by Saint Paul Episcopal Church
PROPERTY COMMITTEE MEETING
Saturday, July 12 - 8:30 a.m. - Groome Room
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, July 15 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, July 17 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, July 18 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, July 22 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, July 24 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, July 25 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
OUTREACH MINISTRY COMMMITTEE MEETING
Sunday, July 27 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, July 29 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, July 31 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, July 31 - 7:00 p.m. - Rector's Office
AUGUST
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, August 1 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, August 2 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by the Columbia Christian Fellowship
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Sunday, August 3 through Thursday, August 7 - 5:45 - 8:15 p.m.
Again this year we will join with our brothers and sisters from the Columbia Presbyterian Church to jointly offer our annual Vacation Bible School. We will begin on Sunday, August 3 at 5:45 with a hot dog and ice cream picnic. On Monday through Thursday, we will begin at 5:45 with a light dinner with the VBS program beginning at 6:30 p.m. Call the parish office (684-8496) to volunteer or register children (ages 4 - 13).
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, August 5 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE MEETING
Wednesday, August 6 - 1:00 p.m. - Groome Room
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, August 7 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, August 8 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, August 9 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by Saint Paul Episcopal Church
PROPERTY COMMITTEE MEETING
Saturday, August 9 - 8:30 a.m. - Groome Room
VESTRY MEETING
Sunday, August 10 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, August 12 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, August 14 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, August 15 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC
Saturday, August 16 - 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Emig Park in Hallam
We gather as the summer begins to wind down to relax, enjoy each other's company, and share good food and games.
ACOLYTE RECOGNITION SUNDAY
Sunday, August 17 - 8:00 and 10:15 a.m. - Church
At both our services today we will honor our hard-working and loyal group of Acolytes. Margaret Witmer, Director of Acolytes will present gifts to honor and recognize these wonderful people.
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, August 19 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, August 21 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, August 22 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
FREE COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Saturday, August 23 - 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
This breakfast is sponsored by Banner of Love Ministries
MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, August 26 - 8:00 a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
EVENING PRAYER
Thursday, August 28 - 6:30 p.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, August 28 - 7:00 p.m. - Rector's Office
RECOVERY MINISTRY
Friday, August 29 - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Mary Elizabeth Bair Parish Center
OUTREACH MINISTRY COMMMITTEE MEETING
Sunday, August 31 - 12:00 noon - Groome Room
SEPTEMBER
LABOR DAY HOLIDAY
Monday, September 1 - Parish Office Closed
LABOR DAY EUCHARIST
Monday, September 1 - 9:30a.m. - Holy Communion Chapel
Come and celebrate the skills and talents that God has given you. Bring something that you use or used in your working career or something to illustrate your hobby. At the Offertory time, we will lay these items on the altar as symbols of our giving back to God. All are Welcome!
OCTOBER
CHRISTIAN FORMATION CLASSES
Begin Monday, October 6 and continue each Monday through Monday, February 23, 2009. This program is a joint effort of Saint John Lutheran Church, Saint James Lutheran Church, and Saint Paul Episcopal Church. A detailed schedule and outline of topics and speakers will be added to this website on the Christian Formation page in August.
NOVEMBER
BAPTISM SUNDAY
Sunday, November 2 - All Saints Sunday
Baptism can be celebrated at either the 8:00 or 10:15 a.m. service. Please call the Parish Office (684-8496) at least one month in advance to make arrangments.
