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News from the Thrift Shop Board
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It is with joy that the Thrift Shop announces that Deb Schaeffer has agreed to join the Board beginning in April. Deb’s addition will bring the Board back to a full complement of members, and strengthen the leadership team as she will join Misty Tieman as the second Co-Chair of the Board.
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Candidates for the Vestry Class of 2017-2020
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The Vestry Nominating Committee is very excited to announce the candidates for the Vestry Class of 2017-2020: Susan Straus, Chris Richard, Jeannie Pellicier, and Ave Smith. Look for pictures and brief bios for each candidate in next week’s Thursday News and mark your calendar not for our Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 29th at…
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CHRISTMAS SHOPPING?? Use AmazonSmile to Support St. James’!
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Good News! Just got notice from Amazon.Smile that St. James’ charitable donation from them was $42.88 from July 1 to September 30, 2016. Let’s raise this amount for the next three months with LOTS of Christmas shopping on Amazon.Smile! Amazon.Smile FAQ Sheet.
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Christmas Flowers & Music
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It is time to start thinking about donating toward Christmas flowers and music A form is provided below that can be made out and returned to the office. The deadline for donating toward Christmas flowers is December 18th. Forms and envelopes will also be available on a table in the narthex. Your contribution of…
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Do you have an extra fridge or freezer?
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Recently our old chest freezer in the church kitchen conked out – and because when it rains it pours – one of the refrigerators is also on its way out the door. Do you happen to have an extra chest freezer or refrigerator you’re looking to get rid of and would like to donate…
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Saturday Volunteers Needed at the Thrift Shop
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Do you have an hour or two on a Saturday that you can give in service? Saturdays are one of the busiest days at the Thrift Shop and a extra set of hands (or several!) are always welcome. No experience needed, just drop by let the staff know you’re there to work!
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Directory Update
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Please take a look at the directory on the “name tag” table to make sure the information contained within is correct. Also, if you are a new member and are not listed, please fill out a Household Information Sheet (on the same table). You can leave the sheet in the file folder provided. It…
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner The pancake supper on Tuesday, February 9th was a great success largely due to the support provided by our wonderful helpers. Many thanks to the people who supported this event. Thanks to all who donated sausages, applesauce, and juice. Thanks to those who helped set up on Monday and decorated…
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Going Forward: Luck of the Pot and Parish Feasts
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Throughout the time of transition, the monthly Luck of the Pot dinner gatherings became a great way for the St. James’ family to come together in fellowship and strengthen community ties. The Youth Group hosted a fabulous Luck of the Pot in October shortly after Kristin+ arrived and then we took a break until…
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The Great Dishwasher Project – Where Your Money Won’t Go Down the Drain
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As many of you know, since early fall our dishwasher has been broken and, because of its age, cannot be repaired. Since St. James’ has a strong commitment to use washable china and silverware rather than disposable products, the Vestry voted to set aside the proceeds of the last Quartermania to go toward purchasing…