Posts from November 2015

An Everlasting Covenant

For God has made with me an everlasting covenant, ordered in all things and secure. ~ 2 Samuel 23:5b We read this passage from the last words of King David last Sunday.  It is one of the many instances found in scripture of the repeated promise of eternal covenant with the people of Israel.  And it is something we need to always…

A Hearty Thank You

Thank you, thank you, thank you.  The Renewal of Ministry service last Thursday was Spirit filled and joyful beyond measure.  Thank you to the Planning Team – Joan Fader, Liz Peterson, Katie McKeever, Carolyn Etzler, Deb Schaeffer, and Len Langrick.  Thank you to everyone who was able to make it, and thank to all those who couldn’t but held us in prayer. …

St. James’ in the Carroll County Times

From the Carroll County Times November 21 2015 On Thursday evening, Nov. 19, St. James Episcopal Church in Mount Airy welcomed the Rev. Kristin Krantz as its 17th rector in a Renewal of Ministry service. Originally from Jeffersonville, Indiana, Krantz graduated from Indiana University with degrees in history and political science, as well as a…

Endings and Beginnings

This Sunday we come to the last Sunday of the church year.  Traditionally known as the Feast of Christ the King, in recent years many have starting calling it the Feast of the Reign of Christ.  I like that nuance because it speaks more to my experience.  There are no kings in my day-to-day life…

Call me when you need me

One of the pieces of coming to know each other is learning how we care for one another.  Pastoral care is an essential part of Christian community, and as your priest I have a role to play in this ministry.  There is no one size fits all way of caring for each other.  In my experience, some folk want others to walk…

Liturgy on the move!

Two things to note this week!  First, we have moved the organ to better support the choir and Len’s ability to both play and direct them.  The organ will now be towards the middle at the back of the sanctuary, with the choir seating also more centered.  We’ll see how this works, and likely make tweaks going forward.  I welcome your thoughts…

You’re Invited!

  Reception following Renewal of Ministry Service We are all looking forward to the Renewal of Ministry Service for Kristin+ on Thursday, November 19th, at 7:00 p.m. Following the service, we are planning a reception with pickup type food items:  tiny sandwiches, cheese and crackers, breads, veggies, fruit, desserts. If you are able to help provide refreshments, please contact Carolyn Etzler mahs64@aol.com  or Joan Fader faderj1@juno.com…