St. Hubert's Episcopal Church

 Thursday Lectionary Study

   Join this casual group as you are able to weave together the thread of the lessons for the upcoming Sunday.  At 10 a.m. in the Evans Room.  Everyone is encouraged to attend. No need to sign up, or let anyone know. Just come, learn, laugh and enjoy the fellowship at St. Hubert's for an hour on Thursday mornings. Free coffee! 

Next Vestry Meeting,

Monday, October 28, 2019

Deacon's Dismissal  

(Musings from The Rev. Josh Butler)

This ministry business has, for me, held rather more disappointments than successes, trying to fix broken bits of the world that simply stay broken. That may be the natural order of God’s world, I don’t know. I’ve learned that grand plans and great intentions are for naught next to the good that comes of spending time with someone, drinking coffee or sharing a meal and hearing what others have to say. Maybe that’s what is required of us, that we take the time to be with others … do what we can … remain thankful … and enjoy our time along the way.

Food Ministry Dates:  

Marion Sterling School Mobile Food Pantry, Friday, 3-5 pm
Distribute fresh produce and other products, 3033 Central Avenue, Cleveland
Contact Bitty Dorr 216-291-1370 or bittydorr@gmail.com

Brown Bag Lunches, Saturday, October 19, 9 am
Pack 100 lunches for distribution by St. James in Painesville. At St. Hubert's.
Contact Annie Hitchcock 440-255-4896 or ahit9562@gmail.com

Boys Hope, Girls Hope, Tuesday,November 12,  4-7 pm
Prepare, serve and clean up dinner at low income academy in Garfield Hts. 

Contact Bitty Dorr 216-291-1370 or bittydorr@gmail.com

St. James Hot Lunch,  Sunday,  December 29 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Prepare, serve, clean up a "banquet" for the hungry in Painesville. At St. James Episcopal Church. Contact Jan Cochrac 440-290-7222 or janicecochrac@yahoo.com 

 Pajama Sewing  Packages

Pajama bottom sewing projects (for children at Cleveland Clinic) are available in the River Room for those interested. For more information, contact Bitty Dorr 216-381-1370 or bittydorr@gmail.com

The Book of Acts 

Potluck and Discussion on Tuesday 10/22 and 10/29 at 6:30 pm.

The Book of Acts outlines the rise of the first faith communities in the early First Century.  Starting with The Feast of The Pentecost, with the gifts of The Holy Spirit and the Church, the power of faith spreads quickly.  Bring your Bible and join in this two part series, led by Jenna Bing and Sheila Black.  Sign up at church.

Remembering the Saints

All Saints Sunday will be celebrated on November 3th. On that day, it is customary to read aloud during the Prayers of the People the names of loved ones who have died. All the names on plaques throughout the church building are automatically included. Please sign up at church, printing the name clearly to avoid typographical errors, or email the church office at info@sthuberts.net. Deadline is Wednesday, October 30. Thank you. 

 Next Sunday Fun for Children: 

November 3

Please read the Sunday School's Out... article in NEWS below.

 Cookies for College Students Sunday, October 27

Please let Sheryl Weaver know if you are willing to bake or bring a treat for our college students. Any treats will do...peanut butter crackers, chips, granola bars etc. all make great additions to the boxes. You will be emailed a reminder a couple of days prior. sherylweaver1031@yahoo.com. Thanks! Sheryl aka Cookie Monster. Also, to add a college student to the list, email the Cookie Monster!

8th Annual Soup Supper

To benefit Episcopal schools in El Salvadore

All-You-Can-Eat Soup - Large Variety Available with bread and dessert

Saturday, October 19, 2019

5pm - 7 pn

St. Thomas Episcopal Church

50 E Bagley Road, Berea, OH

Tickets $12 Adult, $6 Children, $30 per family

Bow Blanket Bonanza Saturday November 2, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 

While sipping cider and eating goodies we will be making bow blankets for the Cleveland Clinic transplant patients and the children in the Pediatric Wards. Bring sharp fabric scissors if you have them or they will be provided. Good fun and fellowship for all. Sign up at church or by contacting Bitty Dorr or Janice Cochrac. 

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Sunday School is Out! Sunday Fun is In!     

We have decided to try something new for our children’s Christian education by developing a new program we hope will better meet the needs of parents and children alike. Beginning immediately we will gather only on the first Sunday of every month for a program we are calling Sunday Fun. Our time will include a Christian lesson and activities that will reinforce the lesson, without being a school-like Sunday morning. On November 3 we will draw on the Feast of St. Hubert and All Saint’s Day. On December 1 we will focus on St. Nicholas.     

The background for this decision came from our low Sunday School attendance and the difficulties it creates. Since Welcome Back Sunday on September 8 when we had 4 children in Sunday School, we have had two children one week and one child the next three. For one child to be the sole focus of a lesson for 45 minutes is uncomfortable for them. But mostly, they need each other to respond to the lesson. Without community it is hard for the children to absorb anything taught. 

   In addition to Sunday Fun, other activities will be planned throughout the year to engage the children in outreach programs and family gatherings. They may be scheduled on Sunday mornings to coincide with worship services, but not necessarily. For example, Brown Bag Lunch sandwich making for families occurs quarterly, (next date is Saturday, October 19 at 9 am), though all are welcome each and every month. Also, on Saturday, November 2 there will be a gathering to create Bow Blankets with others. If you have any thoughts about this, please let us know.     

On the survey last year everyone showed an interest in a Children’s Choir. This is an activity that requires rehearsals for already busy children. We would love to offer this opportunity if we can develop a schedule that works for everyone. If you would like to help, let us know!     

The Children’s Christmas Pageant will take place on the last Sunday of Advent, December 22 at the 10 am service, as was successfully tried for the first time in 2018.           

There will continue to be a nursery for young children with Mary Cay Megyesi. Children of all ages are always welcome to attend worship services with their parents! It is a good opportunity for them and for the parish. There are Activity Kits available to keep them quiet when church gets too long for age appropriate attention spans.

We at St. Hubert’s care deeply about each and every child and their faith formation.  Please speak to Dan or Denise about concerns and suggestions as we make these shifts to meet your changing needs.

Episcopal Relief & Development is working closely with dioceses in the path of Hurricane Dorian. You can help provide affected communities with immediate and long-term support. Please contribute to our Hurricane Relief Fund at support.episcopalrelief.org/hurricane-relief. 

Parents of College Students

Parents of college students, St. Hubert’s requests addresses for our college students so that they may be sent cards and notes and BOXES of COOKIES during the year. As your children register for housing for the fall semester, please forward updated mailing addresses to the Office.  For more information, contact Denise Miller or Sheryl Weaver. 

Sew Wonderful Outreach

Do you sew? The children in the pediatric unit of the Cleveland Clinic would be grateful for a pair of colorful pajama bottoms with an elastic waistband and a purchased matching T-shirt. St. Hubert's provides the fabric, pattern and instructions, and T-shirt. All you do is sew. Contact Bitty Dorr 216-381-1370 or bittydorr@gmail.com for more information.

Gifts to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal multiply ministries.

Through the Bishop’s Annual Appeal you are feeding the hungry, giving comfort to those who are struggling, developing leaders, strengthening the church, and changing scores of lives every day. 

Your gifts support clergy and lay formation opportunities, youth mission trips and leadership development, and outreach to the community. It is a primary source of funding for Episcopal Community Services (ECS), which provides funds for parish-based outreach ministries that feed the hungry, educate children and young adults, provide spiritual freedom for people who are in prison, give hope to those who are struggling, and carry out God’s work in creative and inspired ways. Such programs provide crucial assistance to those in need. At the same time, they allow us to embody our Christian values and grow together spiritually.

Funds raised through the Appeal also help to underwrite mission trips and leadership development. They provide summer internships for high school and college students, and help to train and place newly ordained clergy. It is only through your continued support that we are able to make such a difference in the lives of so many, extending to them God’s love and changing their worlds in ways that may most fully be measured by God’s gratitude.

Every gift makes a difference!

Forms and envelopes for giving to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal are available at church or contact Laura Hnat at the Diocese, 216.774.0463.

The St. Hubert’s Dears: A New Way to Honor and Remember Loved Ones 

The St. Hubert’s Dears has been created by our Planned Giving Committee to allow gifts of any amount to be donated to the St. Hubert’s Endowment Fund as a tribute for a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or any other special occasion or in memory of a departed loved one. Cards thanking the honoree or family for the gift you made will be sent and the gift will be recorded in the St. Hubert’s Dears ledger. The parish will be kept informed of donors and recipients as well as total contributions to the Endowment. 

Gifts to The Endowment Fund help ensure St. Hubert’s mission is continued in perpetuity. The principal of The Endowment Fund is invested and its earnings are used to support church programs and services. All gifts made to The Endowment Fund are 100% tax deductible.

**NEW** Alexa Skill

If you own an Alexa smart speaker, after you enable the skill, you can now say "Alexa, open Episcopal Prayer" and she'll respond with "the Lord be with you." To which you'll say "and also with you," and she'll then say "Let us pray" and play for you the audio file of the prayer for the day.  From trytank.org.

MARION-STERLING SCHOOL CHILDREN NEED OUR HELP!

FOOD FOR FAMILIES  COLLECTION WISH LIST

Your generous donations will be distributed at the monthly school pantry on the 2^nd Friday of each month.

Chicken Noodle or w/Stars Soup (10.5 oz. can)
Tomato Soup (10.5 oz. can)
Diced Tomatoes (14.5 oz. can)
Kidney beans (15 oz. can)
Black beans (15 oz. can)
Corn (14.5 oz. can)
Green beans (14.5 oz. can)
Any Greens (Collards, Spinach, etc.) (14.5 oz. can)
Pork and Beans (14.5 oz can)
Mac and Cheese (7.25 oz. box)
Rice (15 oz. box)
Box of Oatmeal packets
Corn Flakes or Cheerios (standard size box – around 18 oz. or 500 g)
 
The following items –in plastic jars-if possible:
Pasta Sauce (24 oz.)
Peanut butter (18 oz.)
Jelly: Strawberry or Grape (18 oz.)

BUNKO! 

Bunko will meet the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 in the Evan’s Room at Church. For only $5 and a dessert or appetizer all ladies are invited to join this fun event. It lasts about 2 hours. We usually eat first and then play. The game is very simple and easy to learn. The only skill needed is to be able to roll dice. Please sign up at the desk so we have an idea for supplies. Any questions call Annie Hitchcock at 440-255-4896.

The book, St. Hubert’s History: 1893-2018, by Ann McConnell is available for purchase in the Evans Room for $20.  See Denise or Ann to purchase.