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The Epistle OCTOBER 2021
Our mission is to proclaim the news of Jesus Christ and care for all.
Baptism:
Our Growing Church Family
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FIND US:
The Clergy and Staff 510 WEST MAIN STREET
FRANKLIN, TN. 37064
The Rev. W.R. “Rusty” McCown, Rector
(615) 790-0527
The Rev. Monna Mayhall, Associate Rector
WWW.STPAULSFRANKLIN.COM
The Rev. Ann Van Dervoort,
Assisting Priest, Retired
Donna Stokes-Rogers, Music Minister
Rick Jackson, Organist
Libby Sullivan, Children’s Minister
Nic Parmer, Youth Minister
Shannon Buttrey, Parish Administrator
Kristy Moore, Financial Administrator
Paula Sherman, Communications Manager
Adam Dawkins, Seminarian
FIND US ON FACEBOOK
Vestry @STPAULSFRANKLINTN
Beth Woodruff, Senior Warden
FIND US ON INSTAGRAM
Finance and Stewardship
@STPAULSFRANKLIN
Will Boggs, Junior Warden
Building and Grounds
Jeannie Jones, Clerk
Parish Life
Scott Faulkner, Pastoral Care October 2021
Natalie Hennes, Youth and Children's Ministries Office Hours:
Jean Larson, Christian Education
Monday-Thursday
Pat McCracken, Hospitality
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sheila Morreale, Outreach
Friday
John Paul Saalwaechter, Communications
9:00 - 12:00 pm
Matthew Muenzen, Stewardship
George Bishop, Long-Range Planning
Sam Yeager, Finance
Michael Walters Young, Treasurer
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY:
A member of the clergy is always on
call. If you need assistance from a
priest outside office hours, the
On the Cover: number to call is 615-790-0527. You
will then be directed to a member of
Four Baptisms in September! the clergy.
See page 31 for a list of our newest members.
We welcome you into the household of God!
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In This Issue
3 Newsletter Submission Deadline
4-5 Church Calendar
6-7 October Parish Events
8 Comfort and Joy Casserole Sale
9 English Tea-to-Go
10 WSP Winter Retreat
11 Book Club, Library, WITS
12 Thistle Farms, Discussion, Kairos
13 WSP Social Events
14 Recycling Program
15 Stephen Ministry
16 Bicentennial Club
17 Historic Committee
18 Children and Family News
19 EYG News
20-21 Christian Formation Classes
22 Perimeter Trail Hike
23 Soul Shop at St. George's
24 Outreach Committee
25 Food Pantry Needs
26 Love Thy Neighbor
27-29 WE NEED YOU!
30-31 Parish Notices
The Epistle is published on the first day of each month. Forward any information you have for
News In The Pews, Sunday bulletin, or The Epistle monthly newsletter to
communications@stpaulsfranklin.com and we will make sure it gets to the right publication.
Deadline for September newsletter is Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021.
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Church Calendar: 2021
Date: Special Event:
Oct. 3 Children's Service, 8:45 am and Blessing of the Animals, 2:00 pm
Oct. 8 Music Ministry Fashion Show Fundraiser, Otey Hall, 7:00 pm
Oct. 27 Gathering for Good: A Parish Dinner and Program, 6:00 pm in Otey Hall
Nov. 7 All Saint's Evensong, 6:00 pm
Nov. 25-26 Thanksgiving Holidays- Church Office Closed
Nov. 28 Advent I (Year C): No Christian Formation
Dec. 1 Gathering for Good: A Parish Dinner and Program, 6:00 pm in Otey Hall
Dec. 5 Advent II: Advent Lessons and Carols, 6:00 pm
Dec. 11 Dicken's of a Christmas Tea
Dec. 12 Advent III: Children Christmas Pageant Rehearsal, 10:00 am
Dec. 14 Blue Christmas Service, 6:00 pm
Dec. 19 Advent IV: Children Christmas Pageant Rehearsal, 10:00 am
Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services:
4:30 pm--Children's Christmas Pageant and Eucharist
7:30 pm-- Eucharist Service
10:30 pm--Christmas Concert
11:00 pm-- Eucharist Service
Dec. 25 Christmas Day Eucharist, 10:00 am
Dec 27-31 Church offices open by appointment only, Fri, Dec 31 open 9:00-Noon
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Church Calendar: 2022
Date: Special Event:
Jan 9 Return to four services, Epiphany Brunch , 10:00 am
Jan 16 Return to Christian Formation at 10:00 am
Jan. 30 Annual Parish Meeting in Otey Hall, 10:00 am
Feb 25-27 Women of St. Paul's Retreat at Camp McDowell
Mar. 1 Youth Pancake Supper, 5:30-7:00 pm
Mar. 2 Ash Wednesday Services, 12:00 and 6:00 pm
Mar. 9 Stations of the Cross/ Lenten Soup Supper/Program 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30
Mar. 16 Stations of the Cross/ Lenten Soup Supper/Program 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30
Mar. 23 Stations of the Cross/ Lenten Soup Supper/Program 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30
Mar. 30 Stations of the Cross/ Lenten Soup Supper/Program 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30
April 6 Stations of the Cross/ Lenten Soup Supper/Program 5:30, 6:00, and 6:30
April 10 Palm Sunday, Procession of the Palms, 10:00 am
April 14 Maundy Thursday Service, 6:00 pm
April 15 Good Friday Service, 12:00 pm
April 16 Easter Vigil Service and Baptisms, 7:30 pm
April 17 Easter Morning Services, 7:30, 8:45, 11:00 pm (No 6:00 pm)
May 8 Mother's Day/ Youth Sunday
June 5 Day of Pentecost: Whitsunday
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October Parish Events
Plan to come join us on October 3 for our
Annual Blessing of the Animals. We will
gather in the side courtyard for the service
at 2:00 pm.
If your pet is sick or if you have lost a pet
family member this past year, and you
would like to have their name included in
the prayers in the service that day, send
information to monna@stpaulsfranklin.com.
Include your pet’s name, type of animal,
whether sick or has died, and your name.
Join us for our October
Gathering for Good on
Wednesday, October 27th ,
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Wear your
costumes and flaunt your
Halloween spirit by being one
of our "Trunk Stations." Sign-up
below to reserve your spot.
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Purchase tickets here:
The Music Ministry is hosting a Fashion Show Fundraiser on Friday evening, October
8 at 7:00 in Otey Hall. Tickets are $15 and all proceeds go toward music at St.
Paul's. Join parishioners and choir members who will modeling fashions provided by
Chico's of Cool Springs. All ticket holders will receive a discount on purchases from
the Cool Springs location! Wine and appetizers will be provided. Contact Donna
Stokes-Rogers for more information: donnastokesrogers@gmail.com
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Parish Happenings: The Women of St. Paul's
comfort and joy CASSEROLE SALE
The Women of St Paul’s are bringing you Comfort and Joy, casseroles cooked from
scratch with fresh ingredients (no canned soups here!) in St. Paul’s kitchen, then
frozen for your convenience. Perfect for an easy meal (just thaw and bake), or have
on hand to give to a neighbor in need.
Baked Ziti: Italian sweet sausage, onions, three cheeses, and herbs mix with ziti in
marinara sauce. Great for a cold winter night.
Beefy Spinach Mushroom Casserole: A savory comfort experience! With a
homemade cream-based sauce, ground beef, fresh mushrooms and spinach you
can’t go wrong with this delicious meal.
“Not-Just-For-Breakfast” Breakfast Casserole (GF): Eggs, sausage, three cheeses,
scallions and milk. Gluten-free, delicious any time of day.
Poppyseed Chicken (GF): Rotisserie chicken in a creamy poppyseed roux, topped
with au gratin crust, all gluten-free. Add a salad and crusty bread and supper is
served!
Vegetable Lasagna (V): Fresh zucchini, yellow squash, broccoli, carrots, sweet
peppers, and onion layered with 3 cheeses, pasta and herbs in a bechamel sauce.
This vegetarian dish is both delicious and nutritious!
Two sizes offered: Small serves 3-4, $15, and Large serves 6-8, $30.
All casseroles must be preordered and prepaid by Thursday, November 4.
Pick-up will be Sunday November 14.
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Parish Happenings: The Women of St. Paul's
Click here to
order tickets on
Oct .8 or after
The 2021 English Tea will again be a To-Go only event. This year's Tea theme is Vintage Christmas
Music. As you open your Tea Box at home, imagine you are opening a Christmas Music Box from St.
Paul's. We are excited to include a book of Christmas Carols and access to a video of St. Paul's
Musicians and Artists performing. This can be played while enjoying your classic English Tea in the
comfort of your own home; our hope is to also make you feel connected! Children's Boxes will be
available to purchase, filled with kid friendly contents. All necessary COVID-19 protocols will be in
place to ensure a safe event. If you have any questions regarding the English Tea, please email
StPaulsEnglishTea@gmail.com.
The English Tea is one of the largest annual fundraisers for the Women of St. Paul's. With the money
raised, we can support the church and community in multiple ways.
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Parish Happenings: The Women of St. Paul's
WSP 2022
HeArt and Soul Women's Retreat
I am wonderfully made. --Psalm 139 February 25-27, 2022 at Camp McDowell
After months and months in the cocoon of cancelled events and isolation from
each other, we are emerging, changed, ready to embrace new opportunities and
friendships and celebrate how each of us is wonderfully made.
What about CoVid?
For the safety of all, it is required that all participants be fully vaccinated. Mask
policy will comply with St. Paul’s policy.
Who can attend? ALL women are welcome.
Where will the retreat be held?
Camp McDowell is a beautiful 1,100+ acre wooded site in Nauvoo, Alabama. Each
of the five lodges has 11 bedrooms (each with 2 queen beds + private bath); there
is a dining hall, chapel, and large public spaces. Paths are paved wide enough
for a car, and trails wonder through the woods for those who prefer to hike.
How do I get there?
Camp McDowell is 3 hours from Franklin. The first 2 hours (approx.) is on I-65, the
remainder is county roads. You can drive…..or there will be an optional bus,
leaving St. Paul’s on Friday probably around noon, and returning to St. Paul’s after
the service on Sunday.
What is the cost?
Bedroom, double occupancy, + 5 meals = $200
Bedroom, single occupancy, + 5 meals = $300
Bus (optional) = Estimated $100 round trip (details still in progress).
Scholarships are available and confidential. Speak with Monna.
When will registration begin? December 1, 2021
What about cancellation? Any registration canceled due to illness will be fully
refunded.
Questions? Ask any committee member:
Mindy Boggs: boggs.mindy@gmail.com Vicki Carlisle: casacarlisle@comcast.net
Becky Farmer: mrspiggy2@yahoo.com Katie Faulkner: peppyf@comcast.net
Cassy Gilchrist: cassygilchrist@att.net Cindy Thomsen: a1139a@comcast.net
Sarah Webster: webstersje@gmail.com Kathy Ulezelski: kathyulezelski@comcast.net11 Parish Happenings: Bad Girls Book Club The Bad Girls Book Club meets again on Tuesday, October 26 from 6:30 to approximately 8:00 pm. We will meet in Founder's Hall and look forward to seeing you there. Please bring a simple appetizer or drink to share if convenient. Selection for October: Susan, Linda, Nina, Cokie: The Extraordinary Story of the Founding Mothers of NPR by Lisa Napoli St. Paul's Library Update We are working hard on the library to make it more user friendly. So it might look a little messy at times, because it is a big job! But please don’t let that deter you. You may take out any book or books that you want. Just check them out with the cards by the door. We have so many great books available—from biblical, spiritual, prayer books, Jesus, God, memoirs, autobiographies, biographies, helpful books on addiction, grief, death and dying, dreams, divorce, family life, and much more! We also have a good collection of novels. Contact Ann Van Dervoort for more info: annvdv65@gmail.com WITS (Women in Theological Study) Women in Theological Reflection have plenty planned for October with Thursday gatherings in person. October 7 – Games with Prizes! October 14 – Meet at the Harpeth River behind Tiny Little Donuts – bring a lawn chair. October 21 – Video with Discussion October 28 - TBD Unless otherwise noted, we meet in-person in Otey Thursdays from 9:30 – 11:00 am. If you want to join us, but are not already receiving weekly emails, please contact Monna Mayhall at monna@stpaulsfranklin.com or 615-790-0527.
12 Parish Happenings: Thistle Farms Products There are lots of new Thistle Farm Products in the armoire in Founders Hall. Come and check them out. The Bug Spray is a must for this summer. We also have Body Butter, Body Wash large and small, Lip Smoothies, and Shaving Cream. Three of Becca Stephens books are available, including Snake Oil, her autobiography that explains her passion for what she does, how it started and grew into an international industry. A Discussion about the future of St. Paul's... As you may remember, about 18 months ago we were in the middle of having some great dialogues about our future and how we would respond to some facility issues that we currently have. That is, of course, until COVID shut down those talks. Well, I’m excited to tell you that we are beginning to have those conversations again. The issues have not gone away, and we need to honestly address them as a parish. So, over the coming weeks be on the lookout for more information about these talks, and see how you can be a part of them. Much more to come, but we are very happy to have these parish discussion before us once again! --Fr. Rusty Kairos St. Paul’s unique writing group, KAIROS, meets in the church library at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Fridays of each month. New members are always welcome. This is a small group, typically five or six present at a meeting. During meetings we write spontaneously on suggested topics. No writing experience or writing ability is necessary — this is just a fun way to exchange thoughts and ideas. We offer free notebooks to help get you started and you bring your favorite pen. If you are interested in joining Kairos, please contact Peggy Macpherson at pmacpherson@comcast.net. Please put KAIROS in the subject line.
13 Parish Happenings: WSP WSP (Women of St Paul's) Online Socials Every Friday, we have TWO Zoom socials: 4:30 and 7:30. Everyone is invited! It is a great opportunity to stay connected and have fun with friends. The link is the same every week: Join URL: https://zoom.us/j/97571704966 and email Sarah Karpie (mkarpie@gmail.com) for the passcode (or sign up for the WSP emails and it will be sent to you every week). You can also reach Sarah at 585-506-7625 about the zoom socials or any WSP events. WSP (Women of St Paul's) Online Socials The Women of St. Paul's are always looking for more women to get involved with this fun and supportive group. ALL women who attend St. Paul's are welcome to join in the activities that occur through the year. A great place to start is at the WSP Facebook page. It is a closed group page, but all are invited to join. Call the office or contact Sarah Karpie (the current president of WSP) at mkarpie@gmail.com to find out how. Or you can ask around and find someone who can invite you to the page. There are many women in the church who are administrators on the page. We would love to have you join us!
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Parish Happenings: Recycling Program
After a very strange year for all of us, things feel as if they are returning to at least a
semblance of normal. It’s a new start for many things, including recycling at St. Paul’s.
Will Boggs, Fred Warner, Gerald Hancock, Ellen Kirk and Lois Nagy, with the help of Father
Rusty and Shannon, have established a committee to recharge our recycling efforts.
During the last year, several of us have continued to recycle paper, cardboard, tin,
aluminum, glass and plastic from the various activities here. In the past we attempted to
recycle items through the city service but were told that they won’t be able to pick those
items up curbside with our trash because we are considered “commercial”.
We are hoping to enlist the help of parishioners who would be willing to help by taking a
blue bag (or several!) with them to recycle with their own household recyclables when
they come to church on Sunday or during the week for other activities. People can sign
up for a regular, recurring day (e.g. once a month) or take a blue bag randomly when
they see it is full. The paper will continue to be collected in the large, gray bin in the
workroom next to Shannon’s office and there is a large, green bin for glass in Otey
kitchen. We will post lists of what can be recycled in the blue bags….the requirements
change according to what markets are open to the city and/or county. The county also
has a more detailed list posted on its website www.williamsoncounty-tn.gov.
What can be recycled:
Plastics 1 and 2
Paper: office paper, books (paperback and hard cover), paperboard boxes (these
“tear white”),
Aluminum cans
Tin/steel cans
Cardboard: corrugated and thin brown boxes (e.g. cereal and cracker boxes…these
“tear brown”)
For more information, please contact Lois Nagy (lois@nagy.com or 615-804-1203) or any
member of the committee. St. Paul’s and the environment are grateful for your help.15 Parish Happenings: Stephen Ministry Our current environment has brought emotional changes to all of us. Our lives have been changed by COVID-19, and it may be a while before we return to anything close to what we were used to before the pandemic. Stephen Ministry does not have the visibility and access to the community and Church family because of the current situation, which makes it more difficult to identify people who need someone to listen to their concerns and help them through their crisis. Parishioners in general, have not been as active outside their own immediate family or work environment as perhaps they were, which makes it more difficult for them to know about people who need a Stephen Minister. Yet there are people who are struggling through the isolation and the new “normal”. Stephen Ministry is alive and active at St. Paul’s. We are constantly trying to reach out to individuals who might feel lonely, frustrated or depressed do to the isolation this pandemic has created. We are available to meet by Zoom, Facetime, email, messages, and cards until the guidelines allow us to meet in person. If you could benefit from the care of a Stephen Minister, or if you know of someone who could, please let us know. We can always be reached through a confidential email – sm@stpaulsfranklin.com. Monna Mayhall or the Stephen Ministry Leader, Fred Warner, can be reached through St. Paul’s Episcopal Church office at 615-790-0527. Thank you in advance for reaching out to us. May the peace of the Lord be with you. Fred Warner Stephen Ministry Leader
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Parish Happenings: The Bicentennial Society
Celebrating St. Paul’s 200th Anniversary
In 2017 the Bicentennial Society was formed to plan the commemoration of the church’s 200th
anniversary in 2027. After hitting the pause button in 2020, we are back at work. The Society is laying
the groundwork for the ongoing work of various committees. To date, we are planning a year-long
celebration for 2027 with different monthly themes. We will involve the entire Franklin community in
plans leading up to our Bicentennial year. Each of the next six years will be focused on specific
details of the master plan for St. Paul’s 200th Celebration.
If you’d like to take part in this historic event, please join the Bicentennial Society today. Your $1,000
pledge—due in 2027—will help fund the bicentennial and its ancillary events. To join, visit
stpaulsfranklin.com and click “give.” Committees are also looking for help with community relations,
event planning, and technology.
To learn more, please contact members of the Historic Committee: Scott Smith, Susan Miller, Melanie
Lampertz, Kathy Ulezelski, Libby Sullivan, Tom Stearns, John Henderson, Greer Carlisle, Cindy Thomsen,
Pam Horne, Virginia Callicott, Rusty McCown, Rector, Pat McCracken, Vestry Liaison.
Join your friends in the Bicentennial Society.
Bob Andrews Charlie and Becky Grimes Randy and Linda Miller
Anonymous Gerald and Lorinda Hancock Karen Montefiori
April Ashburn Frances Haynes Huba and Lois Nagy
Judith Atkinson John and Nell Henderson Ben and Susan Nance
Michael and Laurie Austin Pamela Holley Andy Peterson and Bob Barrett
Grant Benedict and Judy Oxford Ron and Cyndy Howes Sara Richter
Dewees and Kathy Berry Mark and Andrea Hyssong Phillip Phillips and Sharmila Patel
Nancy Black Roger and Tina Jones William and Dee Rainey
Will and Mindy Boggs Marty and Sarah Karpie Amanda Ryden
Richard Bolte Bill and Janet Keith Carolyn Savage
Val Box Ellen Kirk Wayne and Connie Senseney
William and Mary Kate Brandon Robert and June Knabe Charles Sidbury
Ginny Brewer Chris and Lyn Knopf Roy and Frances Sieber
Gene and Margaret Brown Walter and Melanie Lampertz Judy Simmons
Justin and Amanda Bushnell Van and Dannie Latture Scott Smith
Patsy Carter Rick and Pam Leet Tom and Marida Stearns
Tav and Carolyn Cooke Ronald and Marty Ligon Brandon and Libby Sullivan
Charlie and Sharon Crumpton Doug and Joyce Little Karen Sullivan
Jay and Pam Fahey Ed and Lucetta Mannion Mickey and Susan Trailov
Scott and Katie Faulkner Doug and Monna Mayhall Jim and Kathy Ulezelski
Leslie Fraser and Wanda Woolen Mark and Catherine Mayhew Bob and Ann VanDevoort
Granville and Mimi Grant Rusty and Laura McCown Barbara Williams
James and Phyllis Gray Maria McPherson and Matt Nicks Woody and Beth Woodruff17 Parish Happenings: The Historic Committee Are you looking to get a head start on your holiday shopping? The Historic Committee is here for you! Our candles make perfect for hostess or teacher gifts. Our notecards and ornaments are great for out-of-town guests, and we have just re-printed our popular books for the history lover on your list! If you are interested in purchasing items, contact Libby Sullivan (libby@stpaulsfranklin.com) to arrange a pick-up time. History Books-$25 Large candle-$20 Small Candle-$10 Stained Glass Notecard Set: $15 Ornament: $5 A special reprint of The History of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, A Good Story of Saints and Sinners, (pictured above) is being undertaken by the church's Historic Committee. Beginning October 15, books will be for sale online, priced at $25, for parishioners who might have missed out on the 2016 release. There is a limited supply of 100 copies. "We are very excited about offering this important book again," said Melanie Lampertz said. "In the past several months, our Historic Committee has reengaged with focus on more research and story about St. Paul's nearly 200 years in Franklin. "Although many families were able to purchase a copy when the book was released in 2016, there are so many new people who have joined our church family, that we wanted to make sure the book was available, especially as we approach our Bicentennial in 2027." For more information, visit the www.stpaulsfranklin.com, or stop by the Church office to pick up a copy. They make wonderful gifts! Read the story written for the Williamson Herald in 2016 when the book was first released during St. Paul's 189th birthday celebration: Unveiling – Three centuries of story in spirited style
18 Children andFamily News Children's Communion Class Monna will be leading Godly Play on Sunday, October 24th and October 31st in a series on Holy Communion. This is a great preparation class for children who are interested in receiving communion, and a great refresher course for those children who already participate! If you have questions, please email libby@stpaulsfranklin.com.
19 EYG (Episcopal Youth Group) We meet each Sunday in Barnabas for Sunday School (10am) and Youth Group (5-7pm). Sunday School focuses on discussion based programming regarding weekly readings, Theology, and the Church, while EYG meetings are an opportunity for games and fellowship. All youth in grades 6-12 are eligible to participate in both Sunday School and EYG. If you’re interested in getting involved with the Youth Program, we’d love to have you! We are in need of volunteers for Sunday School, as well as folks to provide dinner for EYG meetings. Sunday, October 17th will be our first split EYG meeting! All junior high youth (grades 6-8) will meet at DEFY Nashville from 3-4:30pm, while all senior high youth will meet in Barnabas from 5-7pm. Stay tuned for more information regarding our outing to DEFY in the coming weeks. If you have any questions about youth programming or how you can help, please reach out to nic@stpaulsfranklin.com.
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Christian Formation: Fall 2021
For Adults:
Great Characters in the Bible is offered on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am in
person in Otey Parish Hall.
The Hospitality of God: A Reading of the Gospel of Luke is a Monday
evening Zoom Class led by seminarian Adam Dawkins. The word hospitality
invites us to think of guests, visitors, putting on meals, providing lodging, and
making strangers feel at home in our homes and in our church. Throughout
the Gospel of Luke, significant events and exchanges take place in the
context of meals and the offering (or refusal) of hospitality. Hospitality
provides a frame for Jesus’ ministry throughout Luke, who sees Jesus’ whole
life as a visitation on God’s part to Israel and to the world. This fall, we will
look at Luke’s Gospel as a whole, approaching it through the interpretive lens
of hospitality. Join Zoom Meeting: https://sewanee-
edu.zoom.us/j/85451505859 (Meeting ID: 854 5150 5859)
Lectio Divina contemplative prayer will be held every Monday night in person
at 6:30-7:30 PM in the EfM room. Contact Scott Faulkner for more
information at scottlfaulkner@comcast.net
Tuesday Morning Lectionary Bible Study Group meets via zoom Tuesdays
at 10:30 am to read and discuss the readings for the upcoming Sunday.
Contact Charlie Crumpton for an invite: ctcrumpton@yahoo.com
EfM (Education for Ministry) is a four year adult formation
program,administered by the University of the South, that examines the Bible,
church history, and church theology. This program is mentored at ST. Paul's by
Jean Larson and starts in September each year. Contact Jean for more info:
jam.larson@gmail.com
The Coffee Club is a Men's Bible study that meets in person every
Wednesday morning at 6:45 am in Barnabas. Contact Bob Larson for more
information: bob.larson3880@gmail.com
WITS (Women in Theological Study) meets most Thursday mornings in Otey
Parish Hall at 9:30 am to study and discuss a variety of topics and books.
Contact Monna Mayhall for more information: monna@stpaulsfranklin.com21
Christian Formation: Fall 2021
For Adults: (continued)
The Wisdom Pattern, a book by Richard Rohr, is sturied via zoom on Friday
afternoons 3:30-5:00 pm and is led by Susan Nance. No external preparation is
required. We will reflect on the order of our lives – personal routines and
patterns, cultural ways of life such as transportation and air conditioning; and
institutions such as the church and government. Contact Susan for a zoom
invite: susan.nance@comcast.net
Morning Prayer is offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning at
9:00 am on the church Facebook page: www.facebook.com/stpaulsfranklintn
Morning Prayer is offered every MOnday morning at 8:00 am via zoom and is
led by the Franciscans. Contact Gerald Hancock for a zoom invite:
gwlwhancock@comcast.net
For Youth:
Sunday school for Youth (grades 6-12) each week at 10:00 Barnabas. This is a
great time to grow in your spirituality and spend time with other youth. Contact
Nic Parmer for more information: nic@stpaulsfranklin.com
Sunday Evening Youth Gatherings, 5:00-7:00 pm in Barnabas, where our
youth eat dinner together, play games, and pray compline. Contact Nic Parmer
for more information.
For Children:
Godly Play (Sundays, 10:00 am Christian Formation Hour) Children will enter
Parables, Sacred Stories, and Liturgical Action to discover the depths of God,
ourselves, one another, and the world around them through Godly Play.
Preschoolers through 5th graders will meet in the Godly Play room across from
Damascus.
Children’s Chapel gathers each Sunday during the 8:45 and 11:00 am
services. We offer an opportunity for children up through 5th grade to gather in
Founder’s Hall during the sermon for a time of learning and sharing. During the
singing of the Gospel Hymn, children follow Children’s Chapel leaders to
Founders, and then return to main sanctuary at the Peace.
Nursery Care is available on Sunday mornings from 8:30 until 12:15 to care for
children ages 6 weeks through 5 years.22
Community Events: Perimeter Trail Hiking
Want to Hike the
Perimeter Trail at
Sewanee?
Have you ever thought about hiking the Perimeter Trail at Sewanee? We are
planning a four segment hike ( four Saturdays, TBA, September and October) to
cover the 21.5 miles of the moderate trail circling the University. St. Paul’s in
partnership with the Columbia/Franklin Chapter of TTA (Tennessee Trails
Association) will have very knowledgeable hike leaders. You are invited to hike as
many of the segments with us as you like.
This 4-segment perimeter hike is offered for adults who are either members of St.
Paul’s, and/or members of our TTA Chapter. Our TTA quarterly meetings are at
Barnabas.
You can learn much more about the Trail by visiting Sewanee’s web site.
https://new.sewanee.edu/campus-life/sewanee-outing-program/sewanee-
trails/ AllTrails, or Wikipedia. Sewanee is about an hour and one half drive from
Franklin.
Much more information will be coming, including a sign-up sheet, possible
carpooling, waivers, and other details. For more information, please contact
Janeth McKendrick Janethmck@aol.com or Monna Mayhall
monna@stpaulsfranklin.com
Sewanee Trails | The University of the South The Domain is home to 65 miles of
hiking trails. The signature Perimeter Trail is a 20-mile loop that offers students
gorgeous views and excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and
running atop the bluffs of the Cumberland Plateau. new.sewanee.edu
Download the waver HERE!23
Community Events: Soul Shop at St. George's
St. George's Church invites you to
participate in Soul Shop.
Saturday, October 9th from 9 am- 2 pm.
This workshop will equip participants with tools
for suicide awareness, basic conversation skills,
and learning how to invite those who have
suffered to share their stories. Reserve your place
at stgeorgesnashville.org/soulshop or call 615-
385-2150 ext. 247. Please reach out if you have
any questions.
St. George's Episcopal Church
4715 Harding Pike
Nashville, TN 3720524
Outreach at St. Paul's: Outreach
The Outreach Committee of St. Paul’s Church functions to serve nonprofit organizations. Its
vision is to share God’s Grace with those in need in Williamson County. The mission of the
Outreach Committee is to embrace community services in Williamson County dedicated to
encouraging and advancing development in all people towards their fullest potential, and it is
the intent of the committee to assist our church community in sharing God’s grace outward into
our wider community, participating, donating and encouraging people and the organizations
addressing their needs. We intend to promote existing initiatives in our church and continue the
conversation within our church community on what we can do for our neighbors in the fulfillment
of our Christian duty.
The Outreach Committee would like to thank the parishioners of St. Paul’s for entrusting us with
such a labor of love. Your financial support is making a difference in the lives of so many people.
You are only the reason we can do this, thank you! And, to that effect, we would like to make all
aware of exactly who you are helping in our community. So, each month, we would like to share
a few of them so you might be able to see and support these organizations.
St. Paul’s Food Pantry is located here at St. Paul’s and is actively used by those in need within
our community. The Outreach Committee determined that it would be beneficial to give our very
own program a boost! We will be giving $500 each quarter ($2,000 a year) to help resupply our
shelves. If you are interested in adding to our resources in the food pantry, check our bulletin as
urgent needs are listed on a regular basis.
Mercy Community Healthcare is located here in Franklin and provides integrated healthcare for
all ages-which includes primary medical care and chronic care as well as mental health services.
They offer a sliding scale and self-pay programs to assist the both the uninsured and the
underinsured. They are a vital resource to many residents of Williamson County. Each Labor Day,
Mercy Community Healthcare holds the Franklin Classic, which is a 5K Run, 10K Run and 1K Kids
Run in downtown Franklin. This year, St. Paul’s matched each member that chose to participate
as part of our church team. This resulted in a $950 donation as we had 19 fierce competitors
enter the race! To discover all that Mercy Community Healthcare does and to volunteer, check
out mercytn.org.
The Nook (The Needs of Our Kids) is an amazing nonprofit resource center that provides basic
essentials (coats, shoes, clothes, basic and feminine hygiene items) to students throughout
Williamson County on demand at the request of a school’s nurse, counselor or social worker. It is
100% volunteer run organization that works diligently to eliminate any barriers to education for
kids in crisis. The Outreach Committee donated $5,000 to The Nook, thus helping hundreds of
children with immediate needs. If you are interested in learning more about the Nook, you can
find them on Facebook or needsofourkids.com.
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Outreach at St. Paul's: Outreach
Our committee meets the third Tuesday of each month and is always eager to learn from church
members about groups in Williamson County that can use this church’s extra hand up. If you have
any thoughts or suggestions about organizations, please contact Monna Mayhall
monna@stpaulsfranklin.com or any other members on the committee: Will Boggs, Jim Miller, Judy
Stockton, Fred Warner, Sheila Morreale and Carrie McBrayer.
St. Paul's Food Pantry needs your help.
Thank you to everyone from St. Paul's who has continued to help us fill our pantry!
This month we need the following:
Out of: Need: Sugar free items are always welcome.
· Juice · Dried beans Remember we need regular size
· Stuffing · Pasta sauce portions.
· Canned chicken · Dried milk Please drop them off in front of the
· Snacks church front office door (there is a
· Small collection box).
· Canned vegetables
· Small size peanut
butter
· Canned corn
· Saltine Crackers
· Bouillon cubes
· Cake mix
· Rice/Rice-a-roni
· Crackers
· Canned beans
· Cereal26
Outreach at St. Paul's: Love Thy Neighbor
Love Thy Neighbor (LTN)
First, a big “Thank You” to everyone who donated items from Mercy Healthcare’s
Wish List. Since 1994, Mercy has been providing quality, integrated healthcare
services to our neighbors – adults and children, insured and uninsured, regardless
of ability to pay – throughout Middle Tennessee, serving the physical, emotional
and spiritual well-being of each patient. If you didn’t get around to it, as can
sometimes happen, or want to read more, the link is: Mercy Community Healthcare
(mercytn.org)
In October we’re helping deliver home-cooked meals in partnership with the “Feed
My Lambs” Program run by eight women of various denominations who lead the
Daughters of the King non-profit organization based on Natchez Street in Franklin.
The organization provides 300 to 350 meals every week during the summer, fall
and winter months, driving several routes, taking meals to seniors, large needy
families, and the disabled. During COVID, they have served over 6,500 meals.
If you are willing to drive a route and deliver meals on Thursday, October 28, from
4:30 to 6:30 p.m., please contact Pat McCracken at pat@newleafpartners.com,
615-351-1113. We will organize car pooling from St. Paul’s.
St. Paul's turned out a great group of
runners and walkers to participate in
the Mercy Franklin Classic.
Way to go, Team St. Paul's!27
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St Paul's Directory Photos
If you haven't already, please send a family photo to be added to our online
directory on Instant Church Directory. If you didn't know we had an online directory,
please download the app on your smart device, register with your email address and
enter our parish Id is "stpaulsfranklin." It's a great way to keep in touch with our
church family during these strange times! Please send updates/changes/family
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The Lord's Lift
If you want a ride to church on Sunday or want to volunteer to give someone a ride,
try the Lord’s Lift. If you can offer a ride to someone to church on Sunday, contact
the church office to be placed on a Sunday Rotation Schedule. Let us know if you
have a Sunday preference, (i.e. 1st Sunday of the month).
Our hope is that there will be more than one volunteer driver each week. The drivers
would need to be flexible as to which service the parishioner needing a ride, wants
to attend. If we have multiple drivers available, we will assign people to drivers to
cover the desired time.
If you need a ride to church on Sunday, contact the church office before 4:00 pm on
the Thursday before the Sunday that you will need a ride. Provide Shannon, our
Parish administrator with your name, address, contact information, your preference
of Sunday Service time, and if you use a walker or wheelchair. The Lord’s Lift driver
will contact you to finalize transportation.
Be sure to contact the church each week that you need a ride.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Shannon at 615-
790-0527 or shannon@stpaulsfranklin.com.
Christian Formation Volunteers for Children and Youth
If you are looking for a way to help out while growing spiritually yourself, we have the
perfect job for you! Christian Formation begins Sunday September 19th at 10 am for all
ages, and we need volunteers to make our Children and Youth programs run smoothly.
Both programs are designed so that volunteers can rotate. Even if you think you can only
volunteer a few Sundays during the school year, that’s great! Both programs offer ways
to really engage with our young people without the adult volunteer having to do the
planning. We will hand you what you need, so all you do is spend some time with the
lesson in preparation for your class-what a deal! We haven’t even mentioned to the best
part-working with children and youth of St. Paul’s in this setting is incredibly rewarding
for the volunteer! If you think you’ll have some time to commit to helping with this
important ministry-or if you have any questions-please e-mail Libby (Children’s Ministry)
libby@stpaulsfranklin.com or Nic (Youth Ministry) nic@stpaulsfranklin.com.29 We Need You... Ushers for all services needed If you are interested in being an usher for one of our three Sunday services (8am, 10am and 6pm), please let us know by contacting the office (shannon@stpaulsfranklin.com). A training class will be offered on what to expect and how to handle each situation. Holy Eucharistic Visits If you are still staying home, taking precautions for your continued health and safety, unable to return to in-person worship at St. Paul’s, you can have communion brought to you. If you would like Holy Communion brought to you, please let us know, and we can schedule a time for someone to visit you. If you wish, the Eucharistic Visitor could remain outside your house, whether that be at your front door, back door, porch, patio, or other place outside you choose. The Eucharistic Visitor would wear a mask and gloves, and would offer Holy Communion in one kind only – bread. If you have questions or if you would like to schedule a Eucharistic Visit, you can contact Monna Mayhall at monna@stpaulsfranklin.com or 615-790-0527. Altar Flower Sign-Ups If you would like to sign-up to memorialize, honor, celebrate or thank a special person(s) with Altar Flowers, please sign up on the date of your preference by signing up here. We will also have a list hanging on the Church Bulletin board if you prefer to sign up that way.
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Parish Notices
October Birthdays
1 Robinson McFarland, Lynn Cook, Austin Wilson, Annalee Pitt, Ian Pitt
2 Tav Cooke
3 Hannah Boylan, Carolyn Savage, Marta McClanahan
4 Dean De Peri, John Looney
5 Beverly Headley, Emilie Armstrong, Sophia Nickerson
6 Liam Brandon, Thomas Smith
7 Richard Boring, Grady Gaskill, Helen Austin, Karen Sullivan
8 Caitlin Moon
9 Kaye Gaddy, Evey Knopf, Connie Trahan, Josh Thurman, Lois Henderson
10 John Nickerson, Jim Ramsey
11 Amanda Hyssong, Sarah Nance, Amanda Ryden, Andrew Preston,
Kathryn Richter, Marty Broderick
12 Rebecca Atack, George Bishop, Bruce Burton
13 Randall McFarland
14 Arlene Berexa, Caroline Goodman
15 Bobby Pitts, Frances Sieber, David Shepherd
16 Trevor Hyssong, Nell Henderson
17 Matthew Muenzen
18 Dave Berexa
19 Debbie Brake, Barb Walker, Robin Hensley, Fritz Moorman, Becky Seagle
20 Clint Genoble, Seth Cost
21 Bob Facer, Joan Bowles, Carrie MacBrayer, Alan Robertson, Vivienne Bose
22 Lois Nagy, Will Wesson, Sarah Scott Cook, Lane Summers
23 Mark Mayhew, Elizabeth Pace, Eliot Williams, Courtney Lamb
24 Leah Morrisett
25 Chris MacBrayer, Angie Yeager
27 David Harvanek, Philip Pratt, Judith Atkinson
28 Alice Gaskill, Susannah Pierce, Mike Wilmering, Paula Sherman
29 Virginia Callicott, Jodie Jaudon
30 Gale Haddock, Kellye Pirtle, John Dyess
31 Lucy Jordan, Jean Larson, Bob Barrett31
October Anniversaries
1 Robbi and Dean De Peri, Carolyn and Fred Loeffel, Sadie and Jeff Cost
7 Lisa and Mark Robbins, KAthy and Jeff Bailey
9 Jennifer and Andy Barton, Lori McDonald and Paul Deepan
Allison and Richard Pullen, Patti and Syd Rodocker
10 Emily and Tom Boylan
13 Jamie and Blake Taylor
16 Catherine and Scott Gain
19 Tracy and Richard Waggoner
20 Lesley and Matthew Muenzen, Frances and Roy Sieber
22 Vicki and Ward Stein
26 Laurie Parker and John Griffey
28 Gloria and Randy Cox, Marty and Josh Sutherland
Congratulations:
to Emerson James Myers and Hayes Conrad Myers and their parents Sara and
Matt and big sister Nora on the occasion of their baptism, September 5, 2021.
to Beckett David Hyssong, parents Trevor and Alexis Hyssong, and grandparents
Mark and Andrea Hyssong on the occasion of his baptism September 19, 2021.
to Thomas Paul Mason Hart, Jr. and parents Ellen and Mason Hart on the
occasion of his baptism September 26, 2021.
to Maury and Tim Sumja on the occasion of their wedding September 18, 2021.
to Meredith and Gibb Gilchrist on the occasion of their wedding September 26,
2021.
Condolences:
to the family of Dee Smothers upon her passing September 2, 2021.
to Gloria Cox and her family on the death of her brother James Morton
Thomasson.
to Mishelle Phillips on the death of her cousin Adrienne Mills.
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