of St.

Johns in Pine Meadow

St. Johns mission is to nurture all people in their spiritual growth, in their Christian education, and in their relationship with God. The Rev. Salin Low, Rector October 2011

MINISTRY OUTSIDE OUR WALLS

The month of September brings a psychological change of seasons, though the true change to autumn occurs much later in the month. Days get cooler and shorter, kids get back to school, and the scenery here in New England becomes spectacular. In the church September brings the start of church school, and what many of us consider the true start of the church year. For the first time St. John's has the space it needs and so richly deserves for the young people. The Rector and parish administrator each have new offices, and the choir finally has a room to practice in. We even have been blessed with a recently ordained Deacon to share in some of the Rector's duties. There is indeed much to be thankful for in our new addition and our beautiful existing church. At a recent meeting of the Vestry and stewardship committee, it was ministry to the greater community, however, that garnered much discussion. Outreach is so vital to nurturing our souls and those outside our walls. The Watoto concert in May organized by the confirmation class was a huge success. Various activities on the green over the summer, the upcoming party in the park auction, pencil boxes for Hartford school children, and the monthly trip to Peter's Retreat are valuable outreach programs that give us exposure to the greater community. These are the type of program the Vestry is looking to expand upon. All these programs, as well as the day to day activities of the church, require funding. After an extremely successful capital campaign three years ago, the stewardship committee has set another lofty goal of reducing the years-long budget deficit. Members of St. John's will again in October be called upon to prayerfully consider their financial commitment to the parish for the future year. Just as costs of maintaining our own homes has increased, so has the cost to maintain God's house. We all want a vibrant, thriving, safe and secure church home to call our own. I am confident our goals can be met for 2012 and beyond, with God's help! Faithfully yours,

Stan Moraski

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HOW WERE DOING SO FAR

AUGUST 2011 RESULTS
Operating Income Operating Expenses $ 6,330 $ 17,369 $ 120,340* $148,528 for oper-

Prayer Requests Requests are handled confidentially through the office during the rectors absence. Prayers will continue for a month unless other time periods are specified. You may fill out a prayer request form or call the office at 369-3062. Wednesday Evening ServicePlease join us at 7:30 on Wednesday evenings for a quiet service offering time for reflection and prayer. Anointing for healing of mind, body and spirit is offered following communion Greeters at 8 or 10 AM Chalice Bearers & Readers at 8 AM Speak with the rector or call the office (379-3062) if you would like to become a greeter at either the 8 am or 10 a.m. service. You will serve with a partner and be on the rotation approximately once every 6 weeks. Complete instructions will be provided. Address Birthday & Anniversary Envelopes we need another helper to hand address envelopes once every 3 or 4 months. Please call the office to volunteer (860) 379-3062. Flower ChartWe still need flowers for October 23 and 30. The cost is $50 for two containers of flowers or you may provide your own arrangements. Sign the flower chart in the narthex or contact the office.

Year To Date
Operating Income Operating Expenses ating expenses. Please keep your pledges current. Sue Bremer, Treasurer

*Includes $25,000 withdrawn from investments

Shopping Cards
An Easy Way to Help When you buy shopping/gift cards through St. Johns, you are making a contribution that does not cost you financially. It may take a little planning. Orders are taken the 1st and 3rd Sundays, and cards are delivered on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Order folds are available in the narthex and can be placed in the lockbox at any time.

COMMITMENT SUNDAY IS OCT 30

That day we make our financial commitment to the parish for the coming year. This year we will be involved in an every member canvass, which means a member of the stewardship committee will call on you sometime between October 16 and 30 to encourage your pledge. Please make time for that visit and consider what St. Johns has given you and contribute what you can in thanksgiving. This year we are asking parishioners to consider increasing their annual pledges by some portion of the amounts pledged during the recently completed capital campaign. It will be a stretch that can make a difference in St. Johns future ministry.

Canon Jack Spaeth to Speak Oct 2

Jack Spaeth, Canon for Stewardship and Administration, has served the Diocese of Connecticut for 30 years and will retire at the end of the year. He has been a friend of this parish in many ways over the years. He will speak on stewardship at both services and will be available for questions and comments after each service. This is a wonderful opportunity to call on his wisdom and experience, as well as to thank him for his service.

PETERSRETREAT

CanyouHelponOctober22?
Go with a group to take dinner to an AIDS residence in Hartford. Each month a group from St. Johns coordinates and serves a meal. We generally arrive about 5:00 PM and dine with the residents at 5:30 PM, returning to St. Johns around 7:00 PM. The residents are responsible for set -up and clean-up. Special thanks to Salin for organizing the Sept. 24th meal, as well as to Zachary and Austin Marek, Cynthia Welch, and Helen Kurau who helped. Call Larry Alibozek at 379-1889 if you can help on October 22nd or would like more information about this outreach program.

Special thanks to Gordon Ross for overseeing the work done on the garden gazebo, walkways, sundial & gates. Many thanks to all who help with Peach Festival - Nancy Butler, Louis Martocchio, David Childs, Betty Castonguay, Joanne Ritchie, Peter & Barbara Freigant, Tom Chappell & Barbara Henri. Ice donated by Kenney Krohner, vegetables donated by Jeremiah & Beth Butler and the corn donated by Eddy Barden. Thanks to everyone who helped make the Welcome back BBQ so successfulTom Chappell, Peter & Barbara Freigant, Kathy Riberdy, Anne Hall, Jack & Candy Flaherty & Jill Smith Special thanks to Donna Colavecchio, Cynthia Welch & Jill Smith for thorough cleaning of sanctuary floors, pews, window sills, etc. and to Julie Gargiulo for sprucing up the bulletin board. Thanks to Darrell Hoag and Bruce Wearne for various repairs, as well as to Rose Osborne who oversees building issues. Thanks to Don Phillips for emergency assistance. Special thanks to the Rev. David Owen for his leadership during the rectors sabbatical. And additional thanks to Kevin Case and Pat Ward, as well as other Vestry members, for all they did to fill in during Salins absence.

Youth Group News

Sr. Highs Meet Oct. 2 7-12: Haystack MountainOct 9
Grades 9-12 will meet monthly with Mimi Madden & Cheryl Maust at Mimis home on the 1st Sunday of the month (except January). Each high schooler should bring a sandwich for dinner and a snack to share. Drinks will be provided. Plans will be made for fun activities and service projects, including a major spring fundraiser. 7th & 8th graders will meet in Sheffield Hall during Sunday School time on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month and will participate in Youth Sunday on the 1st Sunday. Leaders are Cheryl Maust & Gary Pondelandolfo. Both groups are invited to meet on Sunday, October 9 for an afternoon hike at Haystack Mountain. Details to follow.

Coffee Hour Hosts 10:00 a.m. Service Hosts needed for October 9 & 16
This is an important part of our ministry of hospitality to visitors, to children, to one another. Coffee supplies other than cream are available in the kitchen. Baked goods are terrific, whether home baked or purchased whatever works for you. A sign-up sheet for the fall is posted in the parish hall. All parishioners who attend the 10 a.m. service are requested to host at least once this fall.

PARISH REGISTER
Baptisms Jonathan Wallace Truss (Son of Anthony & Susan Truss) (Grandson of Debbie & Wally Truss)

Party in the Park Benefit Auction

Friday, September 30, 2011
6:00 PM at Brodie Park New Hartford

Blessing of the Animals Sunday, October 2 2:00 PM

On the Green
Snacks Provided for Pets and Owners
Bring pets on leashes, in bowls, in cages, or in your arms and we will bless them, since they are such blessings in our lives.

Proceeds Benefit St. Johns & Community Outreach Programs

Tickets$25
Contact Kevin Case at 860-379-2023 for tickets

Good Food & Music Join the Party!

P. O. Box 27 Pine Meadow, CT 06061 Phone: 860 379-3062 www.reddoors.com

Address Correction

The Episcopal Church Were Here For You

Sunday Worship 8 & 10 a.m.
Wednesday 7:30 pm

News From
Pre-KGrade 2 Grades 34 Grades 56 Grades 78 Grades 912

Church School

Church School Director Sought

We are currently looking for a Church School Director. The position will involve overseeing the church school, developing material to supplement the curriculum, helping teachers to prepare for Sunday classes, and organizing special events for children through the year. The job should take about six hours per week during the school year and three hours per week during the summer. For a full job description or to submit a resume, contact office@reddoors.com. Sue Bremer and Lucie Martocchio can also answer questions about the position. Spread the word among friends who might be interested in this opportunity.

Teachers for 2011-2012 School Year Debi Althen, Joe Kenney, Kayte Krasow Sue Bremer Beth Coates & Kathy Riberdy
Cheryl Maust & Gary Pontelandolfo Mimi Madden & Cheryl Maust

It was great to welcome all the new and returning children on our first Sunday for Church School. We are looking forward to Youth Sunday again this year on the first Sunday of the month which will be supervised by Lucie Martocchio.

October 2011
St. Johns ChurchCalendar of Events
Anniversaries in Italics

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8 & 10 AM Holy Eucharist 2pm Blessing of the Animals Youth Group 6pm

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Jennifer & Brian Hester Elaine & Andy Cambo

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Beth & Bill Coates Paula & Mark Jessen

Barbara & Ken Krohner Holy Eucharist 7:30 PM

8 & 10 AM Holy Eucharist Youth Group Hike Suzi & Stan Moraski

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Susan & Donal Phillips

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Sally & Don ONeill Holy Eucharist 7:30 PM

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Heather & Jason Carrier Jill & Michael Healey

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8 & 10 AM Holy Eucharist Sherri & Mel Johnson

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Holy Eucharist 7:30 PM

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Lois & Stan Moraski, Sr.

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Peters Retreat Meg & Joe Toro

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8 & 10 AM Holy Eucharist

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Vestry 7:00 p.m.

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Holy Eucharist 7:30 PM

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8 & 10 AM Holy Eucharist Commitment Sunday

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October Birthdays 1-Oct 1-Oct 3-Oct 3-Oct 3-Oct 4-Oct 5-Oct 5-Oct Susan Jones Lauren Espinet Peter Hinman Howard Martin Christian Carrier Maureen Prelli Crystall Case Benjamin Kittredge

6-Oct 10-Oct 10-Oct 12-Oct 12-Oct 12-Oct 12-Oct 13-Oct 14-Oct 14-Oct

Sally O'Neill Autumn Althen Gabrielle Riberdy Dale Lemp Dick Bartram Anthony Case Alexander Case Brittany Atwood Sierra Maust Bob Osborne

18-Oct 18-Oct 18-Oct 19-Oct 20-Oct 21-Oct 21-Oct 22-Oct 23-Oct 24-Oct

Diane Hayes Barbara Henri Alan Lawson Sam Read Mert Messenger Beth Coates Kathryn Dileo Kristina Espinet Lydia Harden Rose Osborne

26-Oct 28-Oct 28-Oct 27-Oct 28-Oct 29-Oct 31-Oct

Pam Tooke Lenore Case Rick Maust Barbara Freigant Don O'Neill Nancy Linton Frank Hohmeister

There was quite a group from St. Johns at Denise Adessas ordination at Christ Church Cathedral on September 10. It was a wonderful way to support Denise in her new ministry.

It was a busy day on September 11. Classes began with the usual cookout. There was a special service in honor of 9/11/01. After the cookout there were games on the green and some kids explored the fire engine. Check out www.reddoors.com for updated pix and information about parish activities.

On September 18 the hurricane-delayed baptism of Jonathan Wallace Truss, son of Susan and Tony, grandson of Wally and Debbie, finally took place. It was joyous!!