WEEKLY MESSAGE – April 26, 2024

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WEEKLY MESSAGE – April 26th – Bishop McGregor
Leading St. David’s school chapel was a bit out of my comfort zone and I wasn’t sure if I would relate or communicate effectively to the children. But I was willing to give it a try. After two weeks of worshipping together with the young students, I look forward to it now and the children are an inspiration for me. With large smiles, they are happy to be there, and sing and talk without any reservations. They are generous, kind, attentive and passionate. One of the most joy-filled times is when one of them yells at the top of his or her lungs “Bishop Todd”. My heart begins to melt away my anxiety and fills it with peace and joy.
It’s amazing how we can overcome our fears when leaning into the situation and confronting our anxieties.  I was uncertain about this situation and God wanted me to lean into my discomfort. This opportunity to be around people I didn’t feel comfortable turned fears into a blessing. In the Greek language the same word is used for ‘test’ and ‘temptation.’ God wants to bless us and for us to be blessed, we have to take a risk and settle into our discomfort. I thank the Lord for bringing this test, and the children of the St. David’s community and filling my life with joy every Tuesday.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sandwiches for St. George’s:  Please bring your sandwiches to St. David’s west side parking lot on Wednesday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Hospitality Hour is scheduled after the 10:00 a.m. service – Hosted by the ECW.  Next week will be hosted by the Vestry.

Mother’s Day Hospitality Hour on Sunday, May 12th will be hosted by the men of the church.  We need men to donate, serve, and clean up. Please contact Glenn Bresnahan for more information at 561-312-3111, or email him at Glenn.bresnahan@laborfinders.com.
St. David’s Annual Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, June 22nd at 6:00 p.m. – 11 p.m. at the Village Walk Town Center Club, located at 2500 Village Walk Circle, Wellington. The theme is Black and White Masquerade with Music through the Decades.  Tickets are $100 per person which includes an open bar.  For more information and tickets, please contact Dennis Wright at 203-482-5079, Laurie Cohen at 561-262-9898, or Yvonne Elliott at the church office at 561-793-1976.

ECW next regular meeting will be on Saturday, May 11th, at 11:15 a.m. in the parish hall, with lunch afterward at Agliolio.  If you would like to be included for lunch, please contact Linda McKeown by phone 561-254-3902, or by email:  llmckeown51@comcast.net.

Donation to Fortin Center.   Thanks to everyone who donated packages of underwear and diapers for the children at the Fortin Center.  The items will be delivered next week.

Vases for Flowers.  We are in need of medium size vases for flowers delivery, so if you are able to donate vases please leave them in the ladies bathroom in the church.

Sunday school is open and available for children starting at age 3 years old.  We would love to have new teachers in our Sunday school, if you are interested in helping, please contact Katie Waters at katiewaters@hotmail.com.

Youth Group Bible Study is scheduled on Sunday at 9:00 a.m. in the school classroom. Snacks will be served.  Bring your Bible.

Bible Study at 9:00 a.m. is scheduled on Sunday in the Sunday school classroom.

No Women’s Bible Study scheduled this Sunday.

Dinner Dance Committee meeting is scheduled on Sunday, May 5th after the 10:00 a.m. service in the Sunday school classroom.

Vestry meeting is scheduled on Sunday, May 12th at 11:30 a.m. in the Sunday school classroom.

The Youth Group and Acolyte Breakfast is scheduled on Sunday, May 19th at 9:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall.

Tuesdays:   Holy Eucharist at 8:30 a.m.

Sunday’s Worship – We are open for live worship on Sundays at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.  We also “live-stream” our 10 a.m. service.

Video Viewing Options for Sunday’s mass.  There are three different ways to view our videos: 1) our church website; 2) our Facebook page; and 3) our YouTube channel.  See the links listed below.

Opportunities for Giving – there are several options that safely and efficiently expedite your generous donations: electronic bank transfers or automatic bank transfers via personal accounts or credit/debit cards; personal checks delivered by USPS; and our favorite through joining our giving family online through our website or at  https://www.myEoffering.com with our secure vendor Church Envelope Budget Company, who provides you with yearly offering envelopes. Please do NOT leave any envelopes with checks/cash unattended at church mailboxes.

PLEASE PRAY.  For the sick:  Audley, Bernadette, Bishop Curry, Carol, Dennis, Diana, Dorothy, Dudley, Emily, Grace,  Heather, Jameson, Jim, Lloyd, Megan, Michael, Pearl, Peggy, Phyllis, Predrag, Robin, Ronald, Shelley, Shirley, Tanner, Teresa, Tom, Violet.  For birthday celebrations: John Algood, LaVerne Delorey, Therese Guillaume, Janice Jacques.  For our search committee Howard Barrett, Jenifer Elmore, Janice Jacques, Kristi Lee, Sera Peat, Yvonne Wolliston, Cecil Wray.

Vestry Members:  Howard Barrett – Senior Warden, Laurette Bagley, Kenneth Barnett, Jenifer Elmore, Matthew Hogan, Karlene Kiminyo, Chris LaBorde – Secretary, Linda McKeown, Irene Oknewski, John Webber – Junior Warden, Dennis Wright – Treasurer.