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As we have worked our way through Paul's letters to the Galatians and the Colossians this summer, I have been reminded of how the letters to the early church often focus on personal behavior (admittedly, Paul always has the community, not just the personal in mind). In some ways, the focus on behavior seems odd given that the resurrection of Jesus reshaped the trajectory of all creation. In some ways, it seems trivial to move from resurrection to dos and don'ts of how to live. But, consider the context of these early church communities. The Romans controlled the world in the which the Christians lived, and the early Christians were viewed as a minority group of a minority group. What little status the Jewish community had in the Roman world was not conferred on the Christian groups. The early Christians had very little, if any power in the world. In a world in which they could not vote according to their Christian beliefs or impose their beliefs on others (in fact, the Romans were all about imposing their will on Christians and others), the only aspect of their lives over which they had control was how they acted. Thus, a "new creation" in Christ could not transform her or his community or region through political power, but he or she could treat others in ways that reflected their calling as new creation. When I hear people lament (or think it myself) that there is nothing they can do because all the power is vested in those "others," I am reminded of these early Christians. Even as we work to transform the world from a leadership level, we are reminded of the importance of how we treat others and live in community, all of which show forth our calling as "new creations."
Yours in Christ,
Richard
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Kirkin' o' the Tartans
If you would like to see your clan banner in the opening processional but have not yet contacted Lisa or Pat to donate to our new St. Andrew tartan banner collection, then please do so ASAP at rosenberglisa18@gmail.com. The cost for banners is $50. Please fill out a form, available in the Church Office and the Narthex. Return the form, along with your payment, to the Church Office. The deadline for orders is Sunday, August 18. We will be placing one more fabric order very soon so that we have time for beautiful banners to be completed for the service.
Tartans St. Andrew currently has:
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1. Baird Ancient
2. Campbell Ancient
3. Crawford Modern
4. Davidson Modern
5. Fraser Red Dress Modern
6. Gordon Modern
7. Lamont Ancient
8. MacDonald Modern
9. MacGregor Red Modern
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10. MacKay Modern
11. MacKenzie Modern
12. MacLaren Modern
13. MacLeod Dress Modern (Lewis)
14. MacNeil of Barra Hunting Ancient
15. Munro Hunting Ancient
16. Stewart Royal Modern (2)
17. Wallace Red Modern
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Presbyterian Women Business Meeting
Presbyterian Women will meet on Tuesday, August 20, at 9:30am in the Parlor for a business meeting. All women of the church are invited to attend. Any questions, please call Suzanne Pettit at (940)453-9744.
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Jerseys (or favorite spirit wear)
Sunday, August 25
9:00am , Fellowship Hall
Please join us for a spirited Rally Day to kick off to our Fall season of programs and worship. There will be Sunday School student and teacher introductions and spirited singing! Wear your favorite school's shirt or spirit wear and join in on a spirited morning of food, fun and fellowship! Bring a breakfast dish to share at our potluck. Beverages will be provided. See you there!
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Narthex Work Room Clean Up
Thursday, August 22
The Narthex Work Room will be cleaned out on Thursday, August 22. If you've left keys, dishes, study materials, or anything else at St. Andrew, be sure to visit the Narthex Work Room to see if its been returned. If you've left materials on the counter that your committee would like to save, please be sure to move them to another long term storage location. All materials on the counter and floor will be removed on May 20.
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Wedding Shower for Noelle Culp
Saturday, August 24
Mark your calendars! All women of St. Andrew are invited to a display wedding shower for Noelle Culp on Saturday, August 24 from 10:00am-12:00pm in the church narthex. The bride-to-be is registered at Macy's, Bed Bath and Beyond and Amazon.com. Don't miss this St. Andrew celebration for Noelle!
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All members are invited to the wedding of
Noelle Culp & Adam McGaffin
Saturday, September 14
3:30pm, Sanctuary
Reception to follow in the Narthex
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Table Runner Missing
A narrow, long satin table runner is currently missing from the Parlor. The runner is typically placed on the long table. If you have the runner, please return it to the Parlor as soon as possible.
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Are You on St. Andrew Connect? Looking for an address or phone number of another member? Want to give online? Need to communicate with your committee? St. Andrew Connect is the resource for all of these things! Available through your internet browser or as an app on your Android or iPhone, St. Andrew Connect is a 24-hour connection to all things St. Andrew. Navigate to saint-andrew.com/standrewconnect or search for "Realm Connect" in your app store to connect. Need to login and don't know or remember your password? Email Lou Korom, lou@saint-andrew.com, for help.
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Give-a-Meal-a-Month
July Results
Thanks to everyone who contributed to Give-a-Meal-a-Month in July. The congregation donated $220.00, and along with our donation of 15 pounds of food, we were able to feed 96 people for a week. So far this year, we have fed 962 people for a week. Remember, just $2.29 or 54 pounds of food feeds one person for a week. Thank you for supporting this Diaconate outreach program that helps feed those in need.
Food Fact #1: Unless the package says prewashed, always rinse produce with water and dry with a clean towel. Wash right before using to prevent bacteria from growing.
Food Fact #2: Stretchy plastic wrap can be used in your microwave if it doesn't touch the food and you poke ventilation holes in it.
Food Fact #3: Can you eat moldy cheese? If the cheese is a hard cheese like Cheddar, Parmesan, and provolone, you can cut off the mold with a one-inch border and eat the unblemished portion. Soft cheeses such as cream cheese and Brie need to be thrown out when moldy.
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August Give-a-Meal - $2.29
A monetary donation of $2.29 feeds a person in need for a week. Donations can be made in your weekly offering, online, or in the church office. Please write Give-a-Meal-a-Month on the envelope or check. If you would prefer to purchase food, suggested items are:
Macaroni and Cheese, Tuna, Canned Black Eyed Peas, Canned Fruit
Optional: Cooking Oil or Coffee
Please return your non-perishable donations for the Denton Community Food Center to the collection bin in the hallway near Fellowship Hall. Thank You!
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Sunday, August 18
10:30am, Worship Service, Sanctuary
Scripture Readings:
Colossians 4: 1-6 and
Colossians 4: 7-18
Sermon Title:
Slavery, Prayer, and Community
Stephen Ministry
Monday, August 19
6pm, Danbom Home
Presbyterian Women Business Meeting
Tuesday, August 20
9:30am, Parlor
Session Meeting
Wednesday, August 21
6pm, Room 206/208
Shower for Noelle Culp
Saturday, August 24
10am-12pm, Narthex
Rally Day
Sunday, August 25
9am, Fellowship Hall
10:30am, Worship Service
Super Wednesday Begins
Wednesday, September 4
Deadlines
8/22 Shield and 8/25 Bulletin Announcements:
11pm, Tuesday, August 20
Email your 3-4 sentence announcement to Lou Korom, lou@saint-andrew.com.
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