ST PAUL’S CHURCH IN ENGLEWOOD S UNDAY M ESSENGER About the Liturgy and Scripture of the Day Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God! how pleasant it is to honor him with praise! Psalm 147:1 One of the five songs of praise ending the Psalter, today’s psalm reflects the same mood of waiting in faith for God to act. It celebrates what God has done throughout Israel’s long history of a covenant relationship based on God’s steadfast love. The first reading is one of the most majestic in all of the Old Testament. Its rhetorical questions confront us with great theological issues and answers them with a far- reaching faith. The images and metaphors of these poetic lines may seem dated and even quaint. Yet they still speak to the most scientifically oriented minds of a Creator of this vast universe who is ever present and powerful to those who faithfully wait for God to act. Written during Israel's exile in Babylon, it offered hope for oppressed refugees longing to return to their homeland a thousand miles away. Today’s Gospel continues Mark’s account of the first events in Jesus’ ministry. Once again, Jesus is faced with illness which he cures and evil spirits which he casts out. But rather than stay in that place as a healer, he moves on to announce the good news of God’s kingdom in other places as well. Healing the sick and disabled had an important place in Jesus’ early ministry in Galilee. It did not seem to matter who needed his help. He cared for every one whose need he became aware. He did not perform these miracles for any reason other than to proclaim the reign of God’s love in human affairs. To maintain this as the one goal of his ministry, he needed to be in constant fellowship with God through prayer. It is the proclamation of Christ that is central. We are a people called and converted by that message and baptized into that faith. We gather in our corporate worship in response, but we also gather in order to be sent forth to proclaim the message to others. FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY FEBRUARY 7, 2021 WELCOME TO ST PAUL’S CHURCH We are glad you have connected with us. Don’t be afraid to tell us more about yourself by filling out an e-Welcome Card at: http://bit.ly/spcewelcome. Learn how you can participate in our efforts to make northeast Bergen County a place where God’s grace is freely known and shared by all, particularly as we prepare for Lent.
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S T P A U L ’ S C H U R C H I N E N G L E W O O D
SUNDAY MESSENGER
About the Liturgy and Scripture of the Day
Hallelujah!How good it is to sing praises to our God!
how pleasant it is to honor him with praise! Psalm 147:1
One of the five songs of praise ending the Psalter, today’s psalm reflects the same mood of waiting in faith for God to act. It celebrates what God has done throughout Israel’s long history of a covenant relationship based on God’s steadfast love.
The first reading is one of the most majestic in all of the Old Testament. Its rhetorical questions confront us with great theological issues and answers them with a far-reaching faith. The images and metaphors of these poetic lines may seem dated and even quaint. Yet they still speak to the most scientifically oriented minds of a Creator of this vast universe who is ever present and powerful to those who faithfully wait for God to act. Written during Israel's exile in Babylon, it offered hope for oppressed refugees longing to return to their homeland a thousand miles away.
Today’s Gospel continues Mark’s account of the first events in Jesus’ ministry. Once again, Jesus is
faced with illness which he cures and evil spirits which he casts out. But rather than stay in that place as a healer, he moves on to announce the good news of God’s kingdom in other places as well. Healing the sick and disabled had an important place in Jesus’ early ministry in Galilee. It did not seem to matter who needed his help. He cared for every one whose need he became aware. He did not perform these miracles for any reason other than to proclaim the reign of God’s love in human affairs. To maintain this as the one goal of his ministry, he needed to be in constant fellowship with God through prayer.
It is the proclamation of Christ that is central. We are a people
called and converted by that message and baptized into that faith. We gather in our corporate worship in response, but we also gather in order to be sent forth to proclaim the message to others.
FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY FEBRUARY 7, 2021
WELCOME TO ST PAUL’S CHURCH We are glad you have connected with us.
Don’t be afraid to tell us more about yourself by filling out an e-Welcome Card
at: http://bit.ly/spcewelcome. Learn how you can participate in our
efforts to make northeast Bergen County a place where God’s grace is freely known
and shared by all, particularly as we prepare for Lent.
TODAY’S SCRIPTURES: Psalm 147:1-12, 21c; Isaiah 40:21-31; Mark 1:29-39
For those in need of immediate prayers: Joseph Cassese, Barbara Brown, Ruby Campbell, Una Coughman, Gary Harrison, Bill & Thelma Baxter, Farida McDonald, Ronald Stackhouse, Andrew Thompson, Ruth Mitchell, Palmyra Rivera, John Durden, Nathaniel Nelson, Luz Rodriguez, John Vandervert, Therese Saulnier, Cindy Ryans, Allyene Kearney, Mike Carter, Douglas Hammond, Diogenes Arias, Beverly Johnston, Patrice Graham, Setina, Cheri Yacono, Scott Banford, Luis Cruz,Thomas Davis, Jackie Beezer, Mary Johnston, Rev. J. Bruce Baker, Fr. Bob Shearer, Verma Richardson, Harris Aiken, Mauri Kerney, Shaun Coughlan, Morgan Shields.
For those in need of continuing prayer support: Nazera Wright, Cynthia McDonald, Trey Nelson, Sharon Wells, Rebecca Johnson, Johann Mullings, Byron Babb, Sylvia Osborne, Deborah Kelley Moore, Pearl Duncan, Debbierose Pernice, Dolores Laughlin, Tyrone Brown, Crystal Hunter, Shirley Cooper, Lee Harper, Lolita and Azim Mayadas, Joseph Johnson, Denise Ellison, Meta Barrow, Guido De Weerd, Katrien De Weerd, Mieke De Weerd, Billie C.,Willem C., Enso J. Rodriguez, Rev. Melissa Browning, Rhonda Rodgers, Ernest Tennon, Catherine Maglione, John Payne, Glenn Boisclair, Fr Ken Near, Rheni Pasricha, Katharine LeMée.
For those serving in the military or in harm’s way: Austin Herbert, Nicholas C. Basile, Justin Sheldon and Nagelia Harrison Sheldon, Ken Lambert, Nadi Kassem, Justin Coca, Antonio Ramirez, Gregory Halstead, Kevin Reissner, Shane Markgraf, Amanda Matos, Chelsey McKelvy.
For those celebrating birthdays this week: Michele Simon, Cayla Coleburn, Kate Griffith, Chris Russell, Solange Griffith-Ruff, Allegra Forste, Amina Yamusah.
For those in the medical profession: Pamela Abner, Marian Acquah, Sam Acquah, Rey Alonso, Gloria Arthur, Annie Bigliani, Behanna Currie, Andrea Bills-Evering, Solange Griffith-Ruff, Gabrielle Huggins, Adaeze Ibeabuchi, Onuora Ibeabuchi, Joy Iwuagwu, Lydia Near Kasper, Nicole McAllister, Michele Michele, Karen Near, Chikara Okafor, Michelle Perez Dark, Dick Pierson, Charlotte Profit, Asia Robinson, Robin Taylor, Deborah Williams, Emmanuel Yamusah.
Cycle of Prayer, Anglican Communion: Burundi ; in the Diocese of Newark: St. Gabriel’s, Milton; St. John’s, Montclair.
Our partners in faith: St. Michael Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahado Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, Fort Lee; Congregation Kol HaNeshamah, Pentecost Int. Worship Center, Mission Community Church.
For those who have died, and those who mourn them: The Rev. David M. Gillespie; Bishop Mellick Belshaw, Richard Sanchez, Amory Sommaripa, Marylin Miller, Rabbi Fred Elias, Bishop Barbara Harris, Edith Holiday, Maxine Lewis, Timmy Edwards, Cheryl Wall, Amy Miller, Dom Annuzzi, Nancy Rodgers, Anita Samuels, Andrea Bennett, James Shepard, Leonard Springer, Peg Slaven, John Bullough, Beverly Rhinehart, Aurelia Fernandez, Olga Mosciaro, George Floyd, Mary McKnight, Nancy Woods, Jean LeMée, Hon. John Lewis, Rev. C. T. Viviann, Charles London, Nickelous Hodges, Ramon Molina, Inez Wolfe, Watson Stillwagon, Joseph Inniss, Catherine Cumberbatch, Crystal Baxter, Najma Khan, Dhalma DeJesus, Petra Jimarez, Juana Rodriguez, Melvyn Clarke, Alice Pierson, Epifanio Quiroz, Elodie Vandevert, Joanne Gillespie, Rosalie Ibach, Euas “Topper” Cheatham, Louise Northern, Marion Greene, Helen Thompson, Nini Ramirez, Alice Bramhall.
Prayers
Join us for worship on Sundays and Weekdays: For the duration of St. Paul’s public worship at limited capacity, 10:30 am service and weekday daily worship (8 am and 8 pm) can be accessed remotely through any telephone (even a landline), your smartphone, your tablet device, or computer. The audio and full video feed will become available at 10:15 am ending at the conclusion of worship. Video of the service will be available afterward as well on the Parish YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/
Option 1: Access a full video and audio via the internet on your tablet or computer through the St. Paul’s Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/stpaulsenglewood. This will allow you to access a livestream of worship service.
Option 2: You can download the free ZOOM.US app for your smart phone, tablet, or computer, accessing full video or just audio. After downloading and accessing the app, when prompted enter the Meeting ID: 744.362.3855; Password: 1865.
Option 3: Access the audio through any telephone (some charges may apply according to your service provider): Dial +1.929.436.2866. When prompted enter the Meeting ID: 744.362.3855; Password:1865
Option 4: Access a live stream on YouTube: http://bit.ly/stpaulsenglewood_yt_live
Option 5: Access a live stream on smartphone via Instagram app (@stpaulsenglewood) https://instagram.com/stpaulsenglewood?igshid=yb0b0wxo8bo
Book of Common Prayer: If you don’t have the Book of Common Prayer at home, you can access it online at bcponline.org or episcopalchurch.org/files/book_of_common_prayer.pdf.
AnnouncementsStewardship: Our Parish depends on your financial and
practical stewardship. While many gatherings may be postponed, or participation reduced by our choice of a common fast in this grace of space, the financial obligations of the Parish increase for intensive cleaning and providing additional access. Please give from the abundance God has already provided for you. You can always donate online 24/7 at: stpaulsenglewood.org/egiving.html, or mail a check, or drop your offering in the silver drop-box outside the Parish Administrator’s office.
Next Sunday’s Scriptures: Psalm 50:1-6; 2 Kings 2:1-12; Mark 9:2-9
Sunday Adult Forum at 9:15am: ZOOM.US Meeting ID:82922846650, Password: 202009. An exploration of the psalms using the appointed psalm for Sunday for closer discussion led by Carrie Allport. Contact Father Allport
Virtual Coffee Hour after the 10:30 service: ZOOM.US Meeting ID: 619 306 914 or landline +1 929 436 2866.
Kids of the Kingdom Virtual Sunday School at 9:30am: ZOOM.US Meeting ID: 968 1566 6366, Password: 248303. A time of Christian formation for our children; contact Kai Alston.
Awake My Soul (Kids’ Worship) Wednesdays at 3:30pm: ZOOM.US Meeting ID: 631 967 407, Password: 129466. A brief service of worship for our children and families; contact Kai Alston.
St Paul’s Choir School: Mondays via Zoom; Tuesdays, Advanced in-person; Wednesdays, Probationers in-person. Our tuition-free after school program for grades K-12 is in session every week! Contact Mark Trautman and visit www.stpauls-choirschool.org.
St Paul’s Parish Choir: Choir meets Thursdays at 7:30pm in the nave of the Historic Sanctuary and sings compline at 8:00 pm. Contact Mark Trautman with questions or for more information.
Wednesday Night Virtual Bible Study at 7pm: Join the weekly Wednesday Evening Bible Study as we begin a new series exploring the Book of Esther via ZOOM.US Meeting ID:744 5740 2429, Passcode: 684850. The Manuscript Materials for the series are accessible here: https://stpaulsenglewood.org/epiphany21wedbiblestudy.
Awake My Soul (Kids’ Worship) Wednesdays at 3:30pm: ZOOM.US Meeting ID: 631 967 407, Password: 129466. A brief service of worship for our children and families; contact Kai Alston.
Food Sunday: The first Sunday of the month is designated for the collection of food and supplies for the Center for Food Action and other area agencies in need. In February, we are collecting oatmeal and breakfast cereals. All donations will be delivered to the agency in most need.
Cultivating New Life - A Lenten Activity: Next Saturday, February 13 we will kick off our Lenten activity, Cultivating New Life: Gardening & Growing w/ God. We will gather briefly in the Church St. parking lot to pray and receive seeds/seedlings of vegetables to take home to nurture. You can take a window plant or something to plant outside. You will also receive prayers/Scripture/reflections to consider every week while you nurture the plants. At Eastertide, we will transplant our vegetables at church in a new community garden. The vegetables will be given to area families in need. Bring your friends and neighbors! Bring your siblings and children! Click Here to RSVP by 12:00pm on Tuesday, February 9. Contact Kai Alston for more information.
Feeding Sunday: The Hoboken Shelter remains a valuable resource to the community during these uneasy times. St Paul’s will be delivering ready-to-eat food items next Sunday, February 14. We are looking for volunteers to drive and deliver food. If you are interested or have any questions please contact Gary Mason.
Prayer and the Pandemic Led by Deacon Joanne: On Saturday, February 20, beginning at 10 am we will have another opportunity to share about handling life in this pandemic, especially from a spiritual point of view. If you are interested, please register via email at: [email protected]. Zoom invitations will be emailed to all who register.
Lap Blankets Needed for Englewood Senior Citizens: Many senior citizens who are served by Bergen Family Center need lap blankets during these cold months. If you can knit, crochet, or would like to donate a store-bought blanket, you can help as part of our Year of Engagement with Englewood! To provide optimal warmth, the blankets should be at least 50” x 60”. If necessary, St. Paul’s can buy or reimburse you for the yarn. Contact Melissa Kelley at [email protected] or 201.421.6704, the coordinator for this ministry, for more information.
Celebration Sunday: Please notify the Parish Office if you are interested in signing up for a Celebration Sunday. Contributions of $50 are always welcome toward the Celebration Sunday offerings.
Counters Needed: If anyone is interested in being a Sunday counter please email or call the Parish Office.
EGIVING AT ST PAUL’S Please feel free to make a gift and offering in
thanksgiving to God. To take advantage of our electronic giving options, please visit online through your electronic device: stpaulsenglewood.org/egiving.html or follow the qr code to the left with your capable electronic device.Scan here
HEAD OF THE CHURCH Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
BISHOP OF THE CHURCH The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes, XI Bishop of Newark
THE MINISTERS OF THE CHURCH All the People
2020 VESTRY The Rev. Dr. William H. Allport, II, Presider Robin Jackson & Victor Osunfisian, Wardens
Bruce Nelson, Treasurer Bruce Brown, Soribel Holguin, Melissa Kelley,Margaret King, Coralius Noble, Robin Taylor
ST. PAUL’S STAFF The Rev. Dr. William H. Allport II, Rector
Mark A. Trautman, Director of Music Kai Alston, Director of Christian Formation
Diana Rodriguez, Parish Administrator Lisa Keenan, Financial Accountant
Gary Mason and George Gill, Sunday Sextons Trevor Clarke, Sexton
Cintia Ruiz, Housekeeper
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