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The East Range Epistle
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original by Jim Boyles It is hard to believe that Summer is almost gone.
Now, the Fall will soon be upon us, and things in our congregations will
begin to kick into gear. It is with that in mind that these thoughts
are written now. Please take a few moments and reflect on these words:
May He continue to richly bless you in all your ways. |
The article at left, used in lieu of an article by St. Mary’s, is adapted from an article in Answer of August 11, 1998 from St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Woodbridge, VA.. |
Since June 30, Canon Missioner Steve Schaitberger
has been on a four month sabbatical. During the sabbatical he is traveling
in the footsteps of St. Paul and visit sites mentioned in the New Testament
which are located in Turkey and Greece.
We wish Steve a safe journey filled with the Holy
Spirit and we look forward to his notes again upon his return.
+ The Rev Canon Stephen Schaitberger is Canon Missioner for Northern Minnesota, which includes the East Range Episcopal Congregations.
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The Transition Team is always looking for clergy
to celebrate our services. If you know of a priest who might be interested,
please contact the Transition Team member from your congregation with details.
St. John’s:
St. Mary’s:
St. Paul’s:
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By the end of the week we will have sent the Carmacks, (our search consultants) our congregational information including our histories, the congregational profile, the results of the parish survey, and the rector job description. We are awaiting additional information to complete our CDO form, our letter to the diocese at large, and the salary packet information. If there are no changes or adjustments to the information we're sending, we'll go on to the next step in the process. Questions? ask any search committee member: St. John’s:
St. Mary’s:
St. Paul’s:
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East Range
Churches' News |
e-mail Contact List
For several years our churches have had an e-mail notification list to contact parishioners about events and special activities – including funerals –, passing information from the Diocese (especially good for those who do not want to give their e-mail address to the Diocese) and sharing reflections. If you are interested in having your name added to the list, drop a note to Chuck Morello .
RSVP Seeking Volunteers
Arrowhead RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is seeking persons 55 and better to fill a variety of volunteer positions in the area. The greatest need today is delivery drivers for the Meals on Wheels program. RSVP has benefits including mileage reimbursement, excess accident/liability insurance, and recognition for service to registered volunteers. Won’t you please consider working to fulfill critical needs in your community by calling Suzanne Perrault, Volunteer Coordinator right away! 749-2912, ext 229. RSVPs work as little or often as their schedules and interests allow.
October Epistle
Deadline for input to the October issue of The East Range Epistle is Friday, September 20, to Carol Morello (218-744-1615, or fax: 218-744-1635). Processing is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, September 25.
Epistle Contribution Schedule
The schedule for the lead article for the next three issues of is:
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St. John's
News
(Submitted by Nancy and Dick Harvey) |
Centennial Celebration
(Submitted by Linda Davis, et. al.)
An enormous "Thank You!" goes out to all who participated in St. John's
Centennial Celebration. From the Centennial Committee for their planning
and preparation; Liz, who addressed countless invitations; Dick for his
abilities as an emcee; Nancy for her patience and graciousness, as well
as her work on the dinner; to both for their work on the cookbook; Gail
for the cake, pastries and flowers; Joie and the choir for all the hours
of practice, especially all you from St. Paul's and other churches who
joined us in song; Carol for her Sunday solo and Linda and Carol for their
music on Saturday night; Dan and Sally for coming all the way here on this
special occasion; Roger and Kathy - just for being you; all who shared
memories, whether in person or by letter on Saturday night; Art for reading
the memories, the staff at Harvey Construction, especially Debby
for her help with the detail work; Rick for the computer work getting the
bulletin "just right"; Chris, who teased Linda unmercifully until she was
laughing way too hard to be tense; Gail and the people of St. Paul's for
the beautiful tree; Mike for painting the cross and chimney, those
who cleaned on Monday morn; the guys who brought over the extra organ;
and to all who helped in any way... and all who attended the dinner and
the Sunday service – without you it wouldn't have happened! We have wonderful,
warm memories – and it's all because of all of you!
St. John’s History Sought for Eveleth Brochure
The Eveleth Heritage Committee is preparing a new brochure about the history of the churches that are and have been in Eveleth since first settlement. The Committee, which is part of the Eveleth Chamber of Commerce, is looking for written histories, photographs, and oral remembrances about the unique aspects of each church. Photos and written documents will be copied and returned. If you have information about St. John’s to share, contact Tiffany Anderson at (218)744-1396 or call the Chamber Office at (218-744-1940).
Vestry Meeting
The next Vestry Meeting will be on Monday, September 9, at 6:30 PM at
the Church. This is the first meeting of the Fall, so mark your calendars!
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St. Mary's
News
(Submitted by Mary Groeninger) |
No Information Received
Please provide your news and information to Mary
Groeninger (218-365-3364).
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St. Paul's News |
All-Parishes Potluck Picnic
On Saturday, September 14, starting at 4 PM there will be a potluck picnic at the Munig Cabin on Lake Vermilion (9457 St. Anthony's Road, Tower). At 6:15 the group will move on to St. Mary’s (Tower) to attend the service there. All parishioners of the 3-Point congregations are invited. Contact Marlene (218-741-3077) for more information or directions.
Vestry News
(Submitted by Gain Coon and John McIntosh)
There was no Vestry Meeting on July 15 for lack of a quorum.
The following items were covered at the Vestry Meeting of August 19:
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