The Church of the Messiah’s
Good News
November 20, 2016
Welcome to the Church of the Messiah.
We are delighted to have you worshiping with us.
Collect for Thanksgiving Day
Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the
fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those
who harvest them. Make us, we pray, faithful stewards of
your great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and
the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of your Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Book of Common Prayer (1979), page 246
The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God
‘Missing Ken on his birthday’
by Jeannette Fullerton
Church of the Messiah
Mission Statement
The Church of the Messiah is an inclusive and welcoming community
- Committed to serving God by serving neighbors near and far;
- Affirming the dignity of every human being;
- Believing we are called to be stewards of creation.
Adopted by the Vestry of the Church of the Messiah on February 10, 2015.
Following the way of Jesus: Statement from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
November 14, 2016 [Episcopal Church Office of Public Affairs press release] Episcopal Church
Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry has issued the following statement:
Last week I shared what I pray was a reconciling post-election message to our church, reminding us that
‘we will all live together as fellow Americans, as citizens.’ Today I want to remind us that during
moments of transition, during moments of tension, it is important to affirm our core identity and values as
followers of Jesus in the Episcopal Anglican way.
Jesus once declared, in the language of the Hebrew prophets, that God’s “house shall be a house of prayer
for all nations” (Mk 11:17). He invited and welcomed all who would follow saying, “come to me all who
are weary and are carrying heavy burdens” (Mt. 11:28).
We therefore assert and we believe that “the Episcopal Church welcomes you” – all of you, not as merely
a church slogan, but as a reflection of what we believe Jesus teaches us and at the core of the movement
he began in the first century. The Episcopal Church welcomes all. All of us!
As the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement today, we Episcopalians are committed, as our Prayer
Book teaches to honor the covenant and promises we made in Holy Baptism: To proclaim by word and
example the Good News of God in Christ; To seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbor as
ourselves; to strive for justice and peace among all people, and to respect the dignity of every human
being.
As Christians, we believe that all humans are created in God’s image and equal before God – those who
may be rejoicing as well as those who may be in sorrow.
As a Church, seeking to follow the way of Jesus, who taught us, “you shall love your neighbor as
yourself,” (Mt. 22:39) and to “do to others as you would have them do to you” (Mt. 7:12), we maintain
our longstanding commitment to support and welcome refugees and immigrants, and to stand with those
who live in our midst without documentation. We reaffirm that like all people LGBT persons are entitled
to full civil rights and protection under the law. We reaffirm and renew the principles of inclusion and the
protection of the civil rights of all persons with disabilities. We commit to the honor and dignity of
women and speak out against sexual or gender-based violence. We express solidarity with and honor the
Indigenous Peoples of the world. We affirm the right to freedom of religious expression and vibrant
presence of different religious communities, especially our Muslim sisters and brothers. We acknowledge
our responsibility in stewardship of creation and all that God has given into our hands. We do so because
God is the Creator. We are all God’s children, created equally in God’s image. And if we are God’s
children we are all brothers and sisters.
“The Episcopal Church Welcomes You,” is not just a slogan, it’s who we seek to be and the witness we
seek to make, following the way of Jesus.
The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry
Presiding Bishop and Primate
The Episcopal Church
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BISHOP ALAN GATES ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT ON NOVEMBER 9th, 2016
Our national election is behind us, leaving in its wake a legacy of bitterness and hostility. For some,
alienation is the apparent reason for the election’s outcome; for others alienation is its result. In either
case, we face grievous division and manifest anxiety.
At our recent Diocesan Convention I cited the hazard of viewing the world in terms of winners and
losers–a framework which propels us inexorably towards adversarial relationships, and self-concern over
communal well-being.
Now is not a time to live out habitual behaviors of winners or losers. Now is a time to rededicate
ourselves to the Christian ideal of breaking down the dividing walls of hostility which divide us
(Ephesians 2:14). Now is a time to rededicate ourselves to the American ideal of liberty and justice for
all.
Forbearance is a virtue tested not when we are in harmony, but when we are divided. Sacrifice is a
discipline called for not in the face of prosperity but in the face of adversity. Hope is a manifestation of
faith rendered meaningful not by certainty but by anxiety. Christ calls us, in this moment, individually
and communally, to forbearance, sacrifice and hope.
May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit.
(Romans 15:13)
A PRAYER FOR OUR FUTURE
As our capital campaign continues, we invite you to join together in praying the following prayer that was composed by
members of the parish and the rector.
O God, Giver of all good gifts.
We thank You for the grace of serving You by serving our neighbors.
May our hearts be kind and generous.
May our ministry be rooted in love and bold in imagination.
In transforming the First Church, renew our lives and all who join us so the
community may be changed by Your love and the power of the Spirit.
Amen.
ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET: Many thanks to volunteers and shoppers!
Last weekend we had another incredibly successful Alternative Gift Market. It was our 10th anniversary
and in many ways, our best. We do not have totals yet as gifts are still coming in, but we do know that we
have over $40,000 already. Falmouth faith communities get it!
Thank you - Sally Hauck
UNITED THANK OFFERING
The Fall Ingathering for the United Thank Offering Blue Boxes will be Sunday, Nov. 27th. That's the Sunday after
Thanksgiving.
Please bring your boxes to church and pick up an empty one to take home. Thank you.
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DEMOLITION WILL SOON BE UNDERWAY:
PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE FIRST CHURCH!
The initial demolition of the First Church has begun with the removal of the asbestos last week. In the
next few weeks the demolition work will be fully underway. For your safety, please do not enter the
building until this phase is completed.
FIRST CHURCH BUILDING COMMITTEE
Hi all,
First off - thanks to all who helped clean out the basement of the FC ahead of hazmat removal! Jim has
been very busy the last few weeks and is doing an amazing job. Here is an update of where we are:
1) Hazmat removal was completed 11/10-11/11.
2) Interior demo contract approved for Cape Associates
3) Jim had meeting with Town Health inspector and reviewed our project.
4) Vestry approved connecting septic from Stone Church to new system to ensure no future problems
with existing 125 year old septic at Stone Church.
5) Jim has been in contact with Jeff Oppenheim re: Steamship Authority parking lot access during
construction of parking lot walls.
6) John Keenan and Jim are working on a bid form to submit to contractors for RFP.
Next steps:
FCBC should meet after the interior demo is done. We should take a tour and finally see the bones of the
building. Then we will have some real answers on costs. As soon as I know when interior demo will be
done, we can schedule. It could be by mid-December. Jim continues to organize the permits and bids
and we talk weekly. I can't emphasize enough how valuable his expertise is. We are very fortunate to
have him on our project.
Please continue to send me comments or ideas. Can't wait to see the interior demo done!
[email protected] - Terry Soares
COFFEE HOUR IN FISHER HOUSE
November
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Sandy & John Rodgers
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David Brown & Nawrie Meigs-Brown
December
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Arden Edwards
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Tara & Peter Franklin
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Jim & Nancy Galloway
YOGA WITH CARMINA MOCK – Tuesday afternoons at 1PM
We are grateful that our resident yoga instructor Carmina Mock has resumed her class of gentle poses and
relaxation in Fisher House, every Tuesday afternoon from 1p.m.-2p.m. Dress comfortably, and bring a
yoga mat and towel or small blanket. A donation of $10 is suggested and all proceeds will benefit the
church.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE
Dear Friends,
Two weeks ago we were very excited to announce that we have raised more than $1.1 million in the
capital campaign. We have tried to contact every member of the church about pledging and many of you
have already responded by returning your pledge card to us. If you haven't yet made a pledge to the
campaign, please consider doing so! We would love to have 100% of the parish supporting our effort to
renew the First Church. This effort to transform the building where our church originated is one that we
hope everyone will be a part of. Your pledge, no matter how small or how large, will show that you
support the tremendous effort so many are making on behalf of all of us.
* If you have not been asked to make a pledge, please let a member of the capital campaign committee
know and we will get a card to you.
* If you have been asked to pledge but have not yet returned a card, please do so by the end of the year.
Remember, your pledge may be made over three years, and you can begin payments at your convenience,
by cash, check, credit card, or donations of stock.
Please join us in going Back to Our Future!
Sandy Rodgers. 508-681-8737
Debbie Dougherty. 508-540-2149
Carol Casey.
508-299-8330
FOLK MUSIC CONCERT –TONIGHT, Sunday, November 20th, 7:30PM
The Canadian duo of Cassie and Maggie MacDonald will bring Celtic music and step dancing to the Woods
Hole Community Hall on Sunday, November 20th. The sisters share Celtic roots from Nova Scotia and they
play fiddle, piano, guitar, banjo and accordion, as well as singing and step dancing together. Admission is
$20 for non- members, $17 for members, with discounts for seniors and children.
For further information, please call: 508-540-0320 or http://www.arts-cape.com/whfolkmusic WOODS HOLE RENAISSANCE FAIR: Saturday, December 3rd from 10AM-3PM
The annual Woods Hole Renaissance Fair will be held in Woods Hole Village on Saturday, December 3rd
from 10 AM -3PM. It has been our custom recently to sell homemade soup at this very popular event. We
are looking for two people to co-chair our table. If you are interested, please speak with Carol Casey.
NEW VOLUNTEERS WELCOME AT THE VILLAGE IN CATAUMET:
Next Monthly Dinner, Wednesday, December 7th, 5PM
We’re serving dinner to our neighbors at the Village in Cataumet, the shelter for families, on the first
Wednesday of every month. This is a continuing ministry and we always welcome new cooks and new
servers. Look for a sign-up sheet in the back of the church on Sunday morning and join us. We are trying
to show our neighbors that we care about their difficult situation. Help once a year or once a month –
every contribution is welcome! If you would like to contribute or have questions, please contact Carol
Casey (508-299-8330).
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CHOIR REHEARSALS Wednesdays at 6:15 PM
Choir rehearsals are held Wednesday evenings at 6:15 PM. The Handchime Choir rehearsals follow at
7:15 PM. New members are always welcome to join both groups. Please talk to Brittany if you have any
questions. Thank you.
OUTREACH COMMITTEE: Reaching Out for Christmas
This year the Christmas Wish List for the Village at Cataumet, the homeless shelter we support, again
includes household needs. The manager asks that we
Pile On The Pillows!
Every guest at the shelter is given a new pillow when a family arrives. They take these with them when
they find permanent housing. While bedding, used or new, is always welcome, pillows are especially
needed this year. Let's amaze them with a HUGE number of pillows for Christmas!
And the shelter would also again welcome our gifts of cleaning supplies. Buckets, mops, sponges, brooms
and cleaning products would make much appreciated gifts. And gift cards to Walmart, Shaw's or Stop and
Shop are always needed.
Please bring any donations to the Gateway Room at Fisher House before December 11th.
CHURCH FLOWER DONATIONS
Would you like to give church flowers for worship in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special day?
A contribution of $30 will brighten our worship and give glory to God in memory of or to honor a special
person or occasion. Reservations for specific Sunday flowers will need to be made two weeks in
advance.
* To choose your date, please write your name on the list at the church entrance table.
* To make your donation and advise us as to how you want your donation recognized,
please fill out one of the envelopes provided by the list and place your check or cash
inside and put in the offertory plate.
The Altar Guild will be notified of your generous gift and request. Altar Guild members will select and
furnish the flowers on the chosen Sunday. The Good News will highlight and the rector
will acknowledge this remembrance on the appropriate Sunday.
If you are unable to choose a date during the church service, please email the Parish Administrator, Nancy
McDonald, at [email protected] and she can find out if the date you are choosing is available.
Thank you, Tammy Amon and Lynne Hoar -Altar Guild
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FALMOUTH SERVICE CENTER – Drop off TODAY, 12-4 PM.
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Church of the Messiah
2016 Vestry
The Rev. Deborah M. Warner
Carol Casey
Peter Franklin
Don Aukamp
Winifred Dick
Steve Wagner
Terry Soares
Sally Hauck
2017
2018
2019
Rector
Warden
Warden
Treasurer
Clerk
Kiril Coonley
John Vose
Mark Haycock
2017
2018
2019
Staff
The Rev. Deborah Warner
Brittany Lord
Nancy McDonald
George Cary
Julie DeMello
Bruce Bagley
Marshall Lord
Bill Weeks
Doug Amon
Rector
Music Director, Organist
Parish Administrative Assistant
Bookkeeper
Financial Recorder
Sexton
Special Projects
Custodian
Cemetery Sexton
The Rev. Deborah M. Warner
Cell: 508-259-1570, E-mail: [email protected]
Office hours: Monday – Thursday, 10 AM – 1 PM
Phone: 508-548-2145, FAX: 508-548-2134
E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.churchofthemessiahwoodshole.org
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