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The Shell Newsletter – August 20, 2020
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Vestry August at St. James always seems like a sleepy month – many folks are on vacations or focused on preparing their children to start school. But, many parishioners and committees are busy preparing for this fall. The Sunday School teachers recently had discussions with parents to envision what classes could look like this…
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The Shell Newsletter – June 25, 2020
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Vestry It has been over three months since St. James’ has held a church service in our church building – there are times it seems like 3 weeks and other times like an eternity! Your Vestry, the Nursery Board and the Thrift Board have continued to hold Zoom meetings each month (and Vestry more…
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The Shell Newsletter – May 21, 2020
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From the Rector Next Steps For Worship Following up on my Shell article from last week, here are some more details about the next steps for our worship. As I shared previously, in addition to Governor Hogan’s stages for re-opening for our state, we also must work within the guidelines of our diocese. Last…
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Rebuild Puerto Rico
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REBUILD PUERTO RICO On Sunday, February 9, 2020 we will join with our Diocese in support of our brothers and sisters in Puerto Rico. Here’s the call to action along with a link to donate directly. You can also drop a donation in the offering plate on Sunday. Please help rebuild Puerto Rico. Whether…
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The Shell Newsletter – January 9, 2020
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From the Rector – Giving Thanks and Saying Farewell Last September we welcomed DOV Intern Tommy Turbyville, and time sure has flown because now it is time to say thank you and farewell. This Sunday you’re invited to festive coffee hours in his honor after both services, and then on his last Sunday, 1/19,…
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The Shell Newsletter – December 20, 2018
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From the Rector – Joy is not a Constant In one of her older books, The Gifts of Imperfection, Professor and author Brené Brown, shared this wisdom, which hits on the holiday imagery and emotions of the holiday season: TWINKLE LIGHTS are the perfect metaphor for joy. Joy is not a constant. It comes…
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The Shell Newsletter – October 19, 2017
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From the Rector – Summer 2018 Service Trip! I am thrilled to announce our Summer 2018 service trip! Mark your calendars for the week of July 22-28, 2018. We will be joining folks from St. Andrew’s, Glenwood for a week of service in Kentucky at St. Timothy’s Outreach Center, which is a part of…
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The Shell Newsletter – October 12, 2017
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From the Rector – Parish Vision Update As we settle into the fall and the hubbub from our amazing Basket Raffle quiets down, I want to share an update about the parish vision work we announced at the Annual Meeting last January. The Vestry spent time on retreat in February delving deeper into core…
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Spring Youth Retreats
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Visit youth.episcopalmaryland.org for more information and registration forms. Happening #10 March 31 – April 2 (grades 9-12) Friday at 7:00 – Sunday at 3:00 PM Cost: $85 Deadline March 27 Happening is a national program designed, staffed, and run by Episcopal youth! This weekend will deepen your relationship with Jesus and connections with those…
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Church Camp at the Claggett Center!
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Summer camps at Claggett Center combine the fun of summer camp with a meaningful experience bringing campers and staff closer to God. This year’s theme will be Go and Do Likewise – and the week will include a day on the ropes course, time at the pool, arts and crafts, fun worship, kayaks, canoes,…