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RECTOR’S MESSAGE

Dear Saints of James, The hot days of summer arrived early this year. Sun tea sits on the porch growing darker amber as it heats in the sun, lawn mowers hum through the open windows where a faint breeze slips in, and in our back yard, our hammock hangs invitingly in the shade. The hammock and my summer reading books beckon to me and I look at them both with longing, knowing I must finish my long TO DO list before I enjoy reading in the hammock. Here are some of my books waiting to be read. Let me know what you are reading this summer. Blessings, SEB+ Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life, by Richard Rohr This is actually a re-read for me. I found it so rich and thought provoking that I am compelled to read it again and see what wisdom I glean this time. Fr. Richard Rohr, a Franciscan priest, has keen insights and explores how understanding the heartbreaks, disappointments, and first loves of life are actually stepping stones to the spiritual joys that the second half of life has in store for us. Christianity After Religion, by Diana Butler Bass Over her professional lifetime, Bass has taught history, culture, politics of religion, blogged, and been a prolific writer. Most recently she has studied the national statistics and polls concerning Christian attendance and affiliations in Church, and Bass believes we are in a new spiritual awakening toward individual and cultural transformation. Positive in her assessment of the “spiritual but not religious” trend, she sees a new found freedom in faith emerging that is both life-giving and service driven, resulting in a fresh, vital, contemporary way of following the true message of Jesus.

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June/July 2012

Volume 12 Number 6 * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Sunday Schedule 8:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite I 10:00 AM Holy Eucharist Rite II 11:15 AM Coffee & Fellowship 5:30 PM Sudanese Worship

Vocational Deaconate Ordination

William (Butch) Eanes June 30, 2012

11:00 a.m.

Celebration of the Feast of St. James

July 29, 2012 St. James Episcopal Church 4515 Delray Street Roanoke, VA 24012 Phone: 540-366-4157 Fax: 540-366-2851 E-mail: [email protected] www.stjamesroanoke.org

St. James Connection May 2012

St. James Episcopal Church

Clergy: The Rev. Susan E. Bentley

Rector [email protected]

The Rev. Dr. Robert T. Copenhaver Adjunct Pastoral Associate

Staff:

Mrs. Connie Bierly, Secretary Mr. Andrew Cochran, Choir Director & Organist

Mrs. Donna Park & Mr. Marshall Hudson, Sextons

The Connection: Send copy to: [email protected] All Saints of James, Reporters

Internet Web Page:

www.stjamesroanoke.org Laura Anderson, Web Master

[email protected]

The St. James Vestry: Senior Warden, Avis Aheron, 580-9203 Junior Warden, Bob Ostrom, 798-2415

† Clerk, Linda Bryant, 776-6886 Treasurer, Matt Cordani, 362-3016

Ass’t. Treasurer, Avis Aheron, 580-9203 †Rec. Treasurer, Bob Bird, 366-0996

Sam Campbell, 489-4536 Kevin Shepherd, 265-0786

Cam Srpan, 562-0954 Holly Turner, 521-5329

John Whitcomb, 366-2102 Steve Wiegandt, 966-3108 ( † - Not Vestry members)

Standing Committees & Chairs

Christian Education: Vacant Finance: Gail Fields, 265-0786

Liturgy: TBA Membership: Pat Ball, 725-8730 Outreach: Ray Kasey, 992-6192

Parish Life: Kim Laxton, 561-0613 Pastoral Care: Donna Frost, 989-3054 Property: Helen Campbell, 489-4536

Stewardship: Sam Campbell, 489-4536

Episcopal Church Women: Doris Mattox

992-3088 Daughters of the King: Dorothy Herndon

362-0457

Rector’s Message continued . . . Leading From Within: Poetry that Sustains the Courage to Lead, Edited by Sam Intrator and Megan Scribner In this inspiring collection of 93 poems, accompanied by a brief personal commentary, leaders reflect on how poetry helps them make sense of the challenges and possibilities in their work. This book is a project of the Center for Courage & Renewal, which seeks to reconnect who you are with what you do, through retreats that offer personal and professional renewal through dedicated time and space to reflect on life and work. A Dangerous Dozen: 12 Christians who Threatened the Status Quo but Taught us to Live Like Jesus; by C. K. Robertson In the foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, he writes “times change and situations seem to change, but there is still a great need for prophets, for God’s ambassadors, to stand up and be counted. Who will dare to be Paul the Apostle today, or Dorothy Day, or Francis of Assisi, or Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Who will dare, when God calls, to say, ‘Here I am, Lord. Send me’?” In this book, you will meet 12 Christian change agents who were unafraid to ask what God would have them do in the face of life’s realities, and they were unafraid to go ahead and do it. The legacies of these courageous prophets continue to inspire us today. Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy, by D. Kraybill, S. Nolt, D. Weaver-Zercher The crime—shooting innocent schoolchildren in a one-room Amish schoolhouse—was shockingly vicious. This remarkable book explains, exceedingly well, Amish response of forgiveness to the horrific Nickel Mines shootings. How could they forgive humanly embodied evil? They distinguish forgiveness from pardon and reconciliation. Forgiveness relinquishes the right to vengeance, while pardon forfeits punishment altogether, and reconciliation restores the


relationship of victim and offender or creates a new one. At times difficult to read, this anguished and devastating account of a national tragedy and a hopeful, life-affirming lesson in how to live is itself a marvel of grace. Slave: My True Story, by Mende Nazer and Damien Lewis Mende Nazer lost her childhood at age twelve, when she was sold into slavery. It all began one horrific night in 1993, when Arab raiders swept through her Nuba village, murdering the adults and rounding up thirty-one children, including Mende. Mende was sold to a wealthy Arab family who lived in Sudan's capital city, Khartoum. So began her dark years of enslavement and mental abuse. She slept in a shed and ate the family leftovers like a dog. She had no rights, no freedom, and no life of her own. Seven years after she was seized and sold into slavery, she was sent to work for another master—a diplomat working in the United Kingdom. In London, she managed to make contact with other Sudanese; in September 2000, she made a dramatic break for freedom. Slave is a story almost beyond belief. It depicts a remarkable testimony to one young woman's unbreakable spirit and tremendous courage. Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening, by Cynthia Bourgeault Cynthia Bourgeault has studied and taught in a number of Benedictine monasteries in the United States and Canada. An Episcopal priest, she is well known as a retreat and conference leader, teacher of prayer, and writer on the spiritual life. Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening is a guidebook to the practice of Centering Prayer, which goes further than offering an introduction, It examines how the practice is related to the classic tradition of Christian contemplation, looks at the distinct nuances of its method, and explores its revolutionary potential to transform Christian life in our current culture, with an ancient practice.

ST. JAMES CYCLE OF PRAYERS

In June, we give thanks for the ministry and service of the Episcopal Church Women and Daughters of the King. We pray that their active membership continues to grow as they enhance their understanding of Christian life, their service to our parish, and their willingness to aid those in need outside the parish. In July, we give thanks for the ministries of all those who contribute to parish life at St. James – the Parish Life Committee members who organize and sponsor our receptions and meals; the members of the parish who host coffee hours and adult suppers; and the parishioners who provide transportation for others to attend church services and activities. We pray that their ministries will continue to enhance the community life for all who call St. James their parish home. UPCOMING EVENTS. . . 2012 Baptismal Dates: “Holy Baptism is especially appropriate at the Easter Vigil, on the Day of Pentecost, on All Saint’s Day or the Sunday after All Saint’s Day, the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, (the first Sunday after Epiphany.) It is recommended that, as far as possible, baptisms be reserved for these occasions or when a bishop is present.” The Book of Common Prayer, page 312. The Baptismal date for St. James in 2012 are: All Saints Sunday, November 4. If you would like to be Baptized or have a child you would like to be Baptized, contact the Rector. Come join the Wiegandts for “Movie Night on the Lawn” on June 8th. We will start with social hour about 7:00 with the main movie event starting at dusk. All your movie favs (hot dogs, nachos, popcorn and candy) will be there as well as drinks. Folks of all ages are welcome (although young ones may not want to stay for the movie). Bring a blanket or chair and a sweater since it cools off once the sun goes down! The movie for the event is “Moonstruck” with Nicholas Cage and Cher. Directions to


our house will be posted at church, but the address is 266 Tinker Mountain Dr, Daleville, Va. Beth: 540-556-2594; Steve: 556-2714 for questions. (This is an outdoor event, so active rain will postpone) VESTRY CORNER. . . By Linda Bryant At the May 14, 2012 Vestry Meeting the following actions occurred:

� The Rector reports that William “Butch” Eanes will be ordained as a Deacon in late June 2012.

� She asks that we shall all prayerfully consider persons for the next Bishop of the Diocese of Southwestern Virginia.

� Junior Warden, Bob Ostrom, noted that many of the smoke detectors have been installed. The broken portion of the back fence has been removed and will be reinstalled soon. A tree grew too close to this part of the fence, preventing the gate from closing.

� Treasurer’s Report – We are above budget for the month of May. We owe the second half of our yearly pledge to the Diocese. All remaining quarterly pledge statements have been mailed.

� Vestry guest, Bob Bird, spoke about our finances and our $21,000 deficit. He asked that anyone giving a monetary gift over and above their pledge to please give it to the General Fund so it might be used where the need is greatest. Adopt-A-Day funds are spent in this manner. It may also be necessary to access reserve funds.

� Vestry guest, Carl Ball, spoke about the feasibility of St. James purchasing the adjacent Delray St. property. After much discussion, it was decided not to be an economical investment at this time, however the Vestry would like to have first refusal when a buyer is found.

ECW NEWS . . . By Pam Reilly May 20th was a red letter day for ECW. First we honored our newcomers with baskets of goodies for a spaghetti supper. Those present were Elizabeth Beane, Hunter Bell, Danny Fainter, and Frances Mounfield. Bacari Brown, Allison Chan, and Mary Paige and Joe Gwaltney will receive their baskets at another time. Our second event of the day was our first Silent Auction. It was a great success! Many thanks to Carol Eanes, Linda Bryant and Dorothy Herndon for organizing this event. Butch Eanes was also instrumental in helping out with this event. We had over thirty items up for auction and we took in over $500. And for our third event of the day, we had extra jars of Jackie Leonard’s spaghetti sauce for sale. We sold 20 jars of the sauce and had a few more for sale on Sunday, May 27th. Thank you, Jackie! Our one event in June will be our Adult Night Out for dinner at the Veranda Bistro on June 6th. We expect all those attending will enjoy the festive event. YOUTH NEWS . . . By Beth Wiegandt June 3: We will stay after church and finish our movie we have been working on this year. No discussion (unless I can’t help it). Just fellowship and popcorn! Come join us in the cave. June 10: Youth Tri-Parish river float. Sign up forms are in the cave. For youth 6th – 12th grades. No cost, but you must be a swimmer. We have all the gear you need for this great afternoon on the river. Sign up soon to reserve your space! We are taking the trip with Trinity Buchanan and St Mark’s Fincastle youth as


well – so join us for an exploration of God’s creation. It is NOT too late to sign up for Summer camps. Talk to Mother Sue if you need scholarship money – it IS available. Brochures for Phoebe Needles, River Adventure, and Kanuga are all outside the office door. August 25 th: Interfaith Youth Creation Care Day at Camp Bethel. Join youth from differing faith backgrounds as we explore and discuss our call to stewardship of God’s Creation. $15 covers all activities, lunch, and pool time. I am working this event and so cannot transport youth, but we will get you there if you can go! Let Holly or Beth know. Register at http://www.campbethelvirginia.org/ICC.htm GRADUATES AND UPDATES. . . By Doris Mattox Alex Bentley will graduate in June from Salem High School. Before heading to college in the fall of 2013 in pursuit of his longtime goal of becoming a herpetologist, Alex plans to enjoy a “gap” year. During this year, he will be working at Kanuga Episcopal camp as a summer counselor, hiking the Appalachian Trail with his cousin, and traveling to Costa Rica or Ecuador on an environmental and conservation study trip. He is looking at other internships to expand his experience with ecology and reptiles. Sarah Bentley graduated May 5th from Guilford College, Greensboro, NC, with a major in psychology and a minor in sociology. Sarah recently received the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award for Community Service in the Greensboro area for her work organizing and managing a lunch buddy program pairing Guilford College students with public school students. This summer, Sarah begins a new full-time position at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in High Point, NC as Director of Children’s and Youth Ministry. Sarah was very

excited to be chosen for this position from a competitive field of candidates. John Paul Bird graduated with a PhD in mechanical engineering from Virginia Tech. He is currently employed by the engineering department at Virginia Tech and is living in Blacksburg. Joseph Champion graduated from Washington & Lee University in May, 2011 with a major in Physics and Engineering, and a minor in Environmental Studies. He is now living in Richmond, and is employed by CCRD Engineering Associates as a mechanical engineer. Joey is very happy in Richmond, enjoying his work and living near lots of family and friends. Brittany Frost graduated May 5, 2012, with a BS in Health and Human Performance in Exercise Science from Roanoke College. In the coming year, Brittany plans to attend VA Western for pre-requisite courses to the Radford University Doctor in Physical Therapy three-year program of study, 2013-16. Ryan Kovac is graduating from Patrick Henry High School on June 6. His plans for the future are in flux. Keith Leonard has received his Masters of Independent Studies from Hollins University. Rachel Ostrom is graduating from William Fleming High School on June 6, with high honors and completes 11 years with the Roanoke College Children’s Choir. Rachel will attend Virginia Western Community College in the Fall. Thomas Williamson is studying agriculture at Virginia Tech and is loving it! He will not graduate this year as planned since he transferred and changed majors. He is enjoying working on the farm at Tech.


NEWS FROM THE ATRIUM. . . By Carol Eanes

Pictured here is Nicholas Gardner son of Lisa and Randy Gardner. He is doing the work titled Altar Extension. Nicholas is in his first year of the True Vine Atrium (ages 6 to 9). STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE NEWS . . . By Avis Aheron All things come from you, O Lord, and of your own have we given you.

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Time + + Talent + +

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Treasure

Pledged and Unpledged Support: The total pledged and unpledged support received in April was $15,433.75. The monthly budgeted income amount was $13,828.63. The actual year-to-date income received is $50,764.50 compared to the budgeted year-to-date amount of $58,477.55 creating a variance of $7,713.05. It is critical that we try to get our pledges in on time and to bring current any past due pledges. If we all remember to get our pledges in on time, the deficit for pledged and unpledged

income can either be reduced to zero, or better yet exceed the amount budgeted. Additional Funding Initiatives: Whether you use a Kroger gift card from St. James when purchasing your groceries or gas, or celebrate a special occasion by adopting-a-day or participate in the weekly drawing for a special treat, every little bit helps to bring in extra funding. Your generosity in giving back to God and St. James for all that you have received is greatly appreciated. Additional Kroger cards will be available for purchase during coffee hour following the 10 o’clock service on Sunday or by contacting Mother Sue, Connie Bierly (Church secretary), or Avis Aheron. Treat-of-the-Week continues to be popular at coffee hour following the 10 o’clock service in addition to adding much needed funds to the Building Fund. For a donation of $1, you have a chance to be the lucky recipient of the weekly treat. If you would like to donate a treat, please contact Sam or Helen Campbell.

Roscoe and the Widow's Mite By Richelle Thompson Published on October 3, 2011 in the Episcopal Church Foundation Vital Practices (www.ecfvp.org) Roscoe opens his hand to reveal the pair of earrings. The tarnished hoops look small in his calloused hands. I found these in one of the trash bags I was sorting through, he tells me. I cleaned ‘em up real good for you. I take this widow’s mite and thank him. I’ve shared with you about Roscoe before. A member of the recovering community who attends weekly meetings at the church, he started coming to our dinner and Bible study last winter. He always tucks in his shirt and smoothes back his hair before opening the fellowship hall door. And he always bows his head to pray before taking the first bite.


At the Bible study last week, we talk about Abraham and Sarah and whether - or how - God speaks to us. One woman is convinced that God doesn’t “call” people into action; rather, she says, our Christian values guide us to make righteous choices. Others, including me, are adamant that we hear God speaking to us, whether through an apparition or vision or a still small voice that compels action. Then Roscoe speaks, his brown eyes steady as they connect with each person around the table. I know what happens when God calls and you don’t listen. I know what it’s like to waste the gifts God gives you. I spent a lifetime running away from God. Don’t do it, he says. Use your gifts for God. Don’t end up like me. I keep Roscoe’s earrings next to the keyboard in my office. I’m not ready to put the trash-recovered jewelry in my ears, but I pick them up often, sometimes rubbing them like a makeshift rosary. Take me, use me, Lord. Help me put aside my own wants and listen to your call for my life. And often, I add one more prayer: Thank you, God, for Roscoe, for a man with nothing who is willing to give everything. Let me, who has everything, more willingly give ... my heart, my time, my money. Amen.

2012 ADOPT-A-DAY GIFTS (Gifts shown in bold were received after printing of the May issue of St. James Connection.) In 2012, you can Adopt-a-Day for $60.00 or Adopt-a-Half Day for $30.00. Through March, $660.00 has been contributed. You can celebrate a special occasion or honor a loved one on their special day (birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc.). Forms can be found on the

table outside the secretary’s office. Forms will also be emailed during the first week of each month and can be filled out and returned to the parish secretary via email. Please consider “adopting” a day or a half day in 2012. With permission, all Adopt-a-Day contributions will be published in the monthly Connection. Susan Aheron Magill adopted a day in celebration of Avis Aheron’s ministry as Senior Warden.

January 25 adopted by Avis Aheron in celebration Grace Aheron’s 21st birthday. February 4 adopted by Avis Aheron in celebration of Susan Aheron Magill’s birthday. February 12 adopted by Avis Aheron in celebration of Sarah Aheron’s birthday. February 15 adopted by Cathie's cats in celebration of Madalyn Linkous's fourth birthday. February 28 adopted by Felix, Merlin and Pansy in celebration of Esther Williamson's birthday. March 29 adopted by Lonnie Bower in celebration of Carol B. Killinger’s birthday. April 19 adopted in celebration of Jean Schaefer’s birthday by the friend who loves her more. April 26 adopted by Felix, Pansy and Merlin in celebration of Bill Williamson’s birthday. May 5 adopted by Arby and Donna Frost on the occasion of Brittany’s graduation from Roanoke College and in celebration of her earning a B.S. Degree in Health and Human Performance in Exercise Science. May 8 adopted by Lonnie Bower in celebration of Bob Killinger’s birthday.


May 10 adopted by Mary Hughes in celebration of Cathie Cook’s birthday. June 9 adopted by Arby and Donna Frost on the occasion of a wedding and a retirement and in celebration of the marriage of Brooke A. Frost to Julio C. Morant and in honor of Arby L. Frost on his retirement from Roanoke College. June 20 adopted by Jerry and Jean Schaefer in celebration of their 64 th wedding anniversary. July 4 adopted by Cathie Cook in celebration of Linda Bryant’s birthday. July 25 adopted by Pam Reilly in honor of all the Saints of James. August 5 has been adopted in celebration of Mother Sue’s birthday by all the denizens of Chateau Mess Cat. August 9 adopted by Mary Hughes in memory of Jerry Hughes on his birthday. August 15 adopted by Robert & Carol Killinger in celebration of Lonnie Bower’s birthday. August 26 adopted by Frances Stebbins in memory of Charlie’s birthday. October 20 adopted by James Clem in honor of his and Debbie’s wedding anniversary. December 19, 2011 adopted by Bud & Karen Konrad. Susan Aheron Magill has made a donation to the sabbatical fund. FROM THE LEGACY COMMITTEE . . .

Is God’s will reflected in your will?

BIRTHDAYS FOR JUNE . . . June 6 Jimmy Champion June 10 James Kyle June 11 Joseph Champion June 12 Marc Rucker June 12 Brianna Kovac June 14 Kim Laxton June 16 Maile Armstrong June 17 Harry Wise June 17 Jaime Ridenour June 22 Kristen Johnstone June 24 Kate St. Clair June 25 Doris Mattox June 28 Renée Toth June 29 Aaron Eanes June 29 Arby Frost June 30 Matthew Bentley June 30 Peter Hannon ANNIVERSARIES FOR JUNE . . . June 6 Carol & Butch Eanes June 9 Helen & Sam Campbell June 13 Ann & Bob Bird June 16 Mary & Tom Orville June 17 Jessica & Danny Price June 20 Beth & Steve Wiegandt June 20 Jean & Jerry Schaefer June 22 David Plunkett June 25 Mother Sue’s ordination as a Deacon June 26 Krystal & Woody Miller June 27 Judy & Phil Wheeler BIRTHDAYS FOR JULY . . . July 1 Ann Bird July 2 Jessica Wiegandt July 2 Art Tatman July 3 Kelei Dut Kelei July 4 Linda Bryant July 5 Billie Roth July 6 Felicia Whitcomb July 12 Katie Rucker July 13 Phillip Hassell July 14 Hamilton Ridenour July 14 Rodney Plunkett


July 15 Benjamin Clouser July 16 Jeanne Counihan July 19 Helen St. John July 19 Jasmin Wilhelm July 19 John Edward Doak July 22 Sarah Bentley July 22 Bob Ostrom July 23 Ryan Fulton July 23 Madeline Pearson July 27 Michael Bentley July 27 Wayne Ratcliff July 30 Michael Cohen ANNIVERSARIES FOR JULY . . . July 1 Matt & Jennifer Champion Hanson July 8 Jeanne & Brian Counihan July 16 Barbara & Dennis Plunkett July 17 Matt & Katie Cordani July 18 Ken & Cam Srpan July 29 Pat & Carl Ball ANNOUNCEMENTS . . . Summer rehearsal schedule for our choir: Wednesday, June 13 and 27 Wednesday, July 11 and 25 Wednesday August 8 and 22 Wednesday, September 5 - regular weekly Wednesday rehearsals resume

Ordination to the Vocational Deaconate: At long last, Butch Eanes has been approved to be ordained to the Vocational Deaconate. Bishop Powell will ordain him on Saturday, June 30th at 11:00 am at St. James. Through a long processes of discernment, education and formation, as prescribed by our national Episcopal Church canons and overseen by our diocesan Commission on Ministry, Butch has been preparing to be ordained to the sacred order of Deacon. Deacons have been a part of the institutional church since the 1st century and their role is to represent Christ and the Church to those in need in the world, and to remind the Church of those in need out in the

world. Deacons serve the Bishop, and are assigned to a parish at the Bishop’s discretion. Plan to share in this holy experience of making Butch a Deacon in Christ’s Church, on June 30th. Blue Pew & You

http://www.bluepew.com You and BluePew.com can help generate income for St. James to offset our deficit budget. Here is how it works. BluePew.com is a website that allows churchgoers to give financial support to their churches. We allow our members to direct a portion of the money they spend at online stores to the church of their choice. This comes at no additional cost above the price charged by the store. You will still pay the same price for a product, tax and all. The store then pays back a percentage of the sale to BluePew.com. We will then direct the money to the church you specified when you became a member. In order for BluePew.com to work, you need only become a member and specify the church (St. James) that you would like to support. Every time you go online to shop, go to BluePew.com first, log on, select a store from the extensive list, and then continue with your normal online shopping. BluePew.com will track the amount spent and the store will send BluePew.com a check for a percent of the purchase amount. BluePew.com will pass along these earnings to St. James. It will only take a matter of seconds to log on and choose a store. It is important for you to log on to BluePew.com each time before you shop online. If you are done shopping at one store and wish to shop at another, go back to BluePew.com first and choose the next store from the list. Currently, St. James has 17 members registered as BluePew members, but everyone could register and use BluePew for their shopping. In addition your friends and extended family members can register and choose St. James as the church to receive


their percentage rebate. Some of the categories of items to shop from include: automotive, books, computer & electronics, clothes, shoes, gifts, garden, groceries, health & beauty products, movies, music, games, office supplies, pet supplies, sports items, toys, travel and vacation. Here are some sample stores with the % that they will direct to St. James: Target 3-7% Office Max 4% Advanced Auto 8% Footlocker 5-8% Crocs 8% Tractor Supply Co. 5% Sam’s Club 7% Starbucks 7% Gap 1-15% Old Navy 4% REI 5% Kohl’s 4% Priceline 5-7% Orbitz 3% Avis car rental 3% Groupon 2-10% Barnes & Noble 6% Textbooks.com 6% We have done very well at St. James generating income from the use of our Kroger cards. Investigate the many business that you can buy from through BluePew and imagine how much additional income we can generate through shopping on line at: http://www.bluepew.com. St James Day: We will celebrate the Feast of St. James on Sunday, July 29th, transferred from the actually date of July 25th. Mark your calendars now and plan to be a part of this festive day when we honor our patron saint and break bread together both in our liturgies and during a gala reception. St. James has always been a time when we invite former members to come back for services, and this year I would challenge you to reach out and invite someone new to St. James. Pray about

who might be seeking a Christian community to worship and grow in their faith. Education for Ministry: Education for Ministry (EFM) is an Episcopal theological education program of the School of Theology of the University of the South in Sewanee, TN. This program has spread throughout the United States and is international, as EFM groups seek to (1) teach how to think theologically, (2) grow in knowledge of the Holy Scripture and of our Christian heritage, (3) deepen the faith of individuals, (4) build community and strengthen the Body of Christ. Participants commit one year at a time to meet regularly in seminar sessions led by a trained mentor. Completion of the program takes four years, during which time participants study the Bible, church history, theology and ethics. What does EFM do for the Church? Graduates of EFM fulfill many ministries and bring to the church a laity better prepared to make decisions and fulfill the Great Commission – to bring Christ to the world – in an effective and loving way. EFM’s 24,000 plus graduates have become a source of informed, committed, and prepared leadership for the Church. Each seminar group of six to twelve students is led by a mentor. The St. James group has met on Tuesday evenings, September to June to reflect theologically, discuss the materials they have read, and to worship together. Students follow a lesson and a study guide which are read each week. Continuing Education credit is given. EFM has been offered at St. James for 6 years; Helen & Sam Campbell, Jo Schultz, Susan Tolliver, Bill & Esther Williamson and Donna Frost have completed the 4 year study. Avis Aheron, Tim Buchholtz, Nan Mallen, and Sharon Miller, have completed their 1st and 2nd years. There are classes available in Roanoke and with 6 participants, classes can resume at St. James. If you are interested in EFM, talk to any of the program members, or our new parishioner, Mary Page Gwaltney who is the Diocesan


Coordinator for EFM and an experienced Mentor, and contact the Rector. Participants must be able to commit to coming each week, and the cost is $350.00/year. Scholarships are available. ALTAR FLOWERS: The flower chart for donating Sunday altar flowers is on the bulletin board next to the kitchen and there are still Sundays available for donating altar flowers for 2012. Altar flowers are not included in our budget; if there is a Sunday when you wish to donate flowers, please put your name on the chart, or call the church office (366-4157) and leave a message. Flower donations are $20.00 per week. Checks can be made out to St. James Episcopal Church, with a memo of “flower fund” and given to Lynn Wright, or put in the offering plate. All flowers are given to the glory of God and you may add an additional dedication. If you know what dedication you would like for the flowers, you can give that to Lynn with your money. If you are not sure at this time, then you will need to leave that information at the Church office prior to the Sunday you will be giving flowers. HOST FAMILIES NEEDED: The National College English Language Institute is in need of host families to provide room and board for foreign exchange students. Host families will be compensated $500 monthly. Additional compensation will be offered to hosts that provide transportation for the student. Host an international student and help them improve their English language skills AND get the opportunity to meet new people from across the world and learn about new cultures. For more information, contact National College English Language Institute, Reem Osman, Program Coordinator, 1813 East Main Street, Salem, VA 24153, 444-5263, [email protected]

Roanoke Chapter American Guild of Organists presents

The King of Instruments 2012 Summer Series

Sundays at 4 p.m. All organ concerts are free

June 3 rd- Karen Harwood : Raleigh Court Presbyterian Church, 1837 Grandin Road, Roanoke, VA 24015, Karen Harwood is Director of Music/Organist at Windsor Hills United Methodist Church in Roanoke. Karen’s organ teachers have included Richard Cummins, James Pethel, John Campbell, Susan Dickerson Moeser, and John Brock. June 10 th - Roanoke A.G.O. Chapter Board Members: First United Methodist Church 125 W. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153 Organists: Debra LeBrun, Kelly Wheelbarger, Judith Snyder, Steven Lawrence and Joseph Kennedy. June 17 th - Mitchell Garcia: Greene Memorial United Methodist Church, 402 Second Street, Roanoke, VA 24011 Mitchell Garcia graduated in May from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey. At Westminster he was a student of Alan Morrison. In his home town of Covington, VA, he studied with Sandra Minter and later with Richard Cummins in Roanoke. June 24 th - Brittany Montoro : St. Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, 631 Jefferson Street, NW, Roanoke, VA 24016, Brittany Montoro, a Roanoke native, received her Master of Music in Sacred Music with honors and distinction from Westminster Choir College, Princeton, New Jersey, in May, 2012, where she studied organ with Ken Cowan.

WHAT IS A DEACON ANYWAY?

By Butch Eanes

To answer that question we need first go to scripture, specifically the Acts of the Apostles, Chapter 6: “Now during those days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists complained against the Hebrews because their


widows were being neglected in the daily distribution of food. And the twelve called together the whole community of the disciples and said, ‘It is not right that we should neglect the word of God in order to wait at tables. Therefore, friends, select from among yourselves seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint to this task, while we, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word. ‘What they said pleased the whole community, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, together with Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolaus, a proselyte of Antioch.They had these men stand before the apostles, who prayed and laid their hands on them. The word of God continued to spread; the number of the disciples increased greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests became obedient to the faith.” Saint Stephen is the deacon most often mentioned, possibly because he is the first named deacon in Acts and it was Stephen who would become to be considered the first Christian martyred for his faith in Christ. (I recommend you read all of chapters 6 and 7 to get the whole story of Stephen). Deacons were also the first of the three clerical orders to be ordained by the laying on of hands of the Apostles. This story in Acts sets the tone for the role deacons would play in their ministry to and within the church, that of servant to the widowed, the poor, and the hungry. Over the years the deaconate, that order to which Deacons belong, has become symbols to the whole church as servants, as a link between the Church and the World. This is true even today as most deacons have a twofold ministry. One within the parish and a second outside of the parish. When a deacon sees a need for ministry outside of the church it is his/her job to bring it to the parish as an opportunity to serve God and His kingdom. It is also the duty of the deacon to lead by example and to serve as symbols to the whole church. The deacon is an angelic symbol which

is why the deacon proclaims the Gospel during the liturgy of the word. (angels proclaim things) The deacon also does the bidding to the confession of sins and the bidding for the prayers of the people. During the offertory the deacon is symbolic of the servant at table when he/she “sets the table” in preparation of the consecration of the Holy Sacrament of bread and wine. The deacon then may also stand next to the celebrant during the consecration making sure that everything goes smoothly, setting the alter book to the correct pages and being sure that everything the priest needs is on hand. The deacon then with the celebrant elevates the bread or the cup as the priest says the invitation to Holy Communion. The deacon then, if needed, helps in the ministration of the Holy Sacraments to the people. At the end of the liturgy it is the deacon who dismisses the congregation with a proclamation such as “Go in peace to love and serve the Lord”. Deacons, by virtue of their ordination are members of the Clergy along with the Priests and Bishops. As many of you know, I have been in formation to be a deacon for four years now and expect to be ordained by Bishop Powell on Saturday, June 30 at 11:00 AM here at Saint James. All of you, of course, are invited to come and to share in this special time not just in my life but the life of our parish. If circumstances prevent your being here, please keep me in your prayers as you have done during these many months filled with challenges and joys that Carol and I have experienced on our journey here. To say we are excited to be beginning this new ministry would be a gross understatement for sure! May Grace and Peace be with each of you always!

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St. James Connection June/July 2012

SERVER SCHEDULE FOR JUNE/JULY 2012 Jun 3 8 AM Lector – Tim Buchholtz, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Dustin Hassell Ushers Matthew Bentley, Hunter Bell

Acolyte Bacari Brown Coffee Larry & Doris Mattox, Maile Armstrong T Bearer Madeline Clouser Nursery Kim & Shelby Laxton Marjorie Price Tellers Mary Davis, Michael Kennedy Chalicist Lawton Kasey Altar Guild Betsy Briggs, Katie Cordani, Lawton Kasey, Pam Reilly Lector 1 Jackie Leonard Lector 2 Helen Campbell Prayers Sam Campbell

Jun 10 8 AM Lector – Tim Buchholtz, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer William Ostrom Ushers Michael Kennedy, Jackie Leonard

Acolyte Felix Counihan Coffee Lonnie Bower, Joyce Brown, Jean Schaefer T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Ann Bird, Laura Anderson -------------------- Tellers Arby Frost, Kristen Johnstone Chalicist Avis Aheron Altar Guild Linda Bryant, Dorothy Herndon, Sharon Miller Lector 1 Josie Wiegandt Lector 2 Kate Perry Prayers Kristen Johnstone

Jun 17 8 AM Lector Tim Buchholtz, Chalicist – James Kyle 10 AM Crucifer Sarah Perry Ushers Chuck Cohen, Ben Clouser

Acolyte Mark Curley Coffee Terri Curley & Family T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Bob & Sara Ostrom -------------------- Tellers Larry Mattox, Lonnie Bower Chalicist Matt Cordani Altar Guild Helen Campbell, Boots Ingram, Odell James, Kate Perry Lector 1 Kristen Johnstone Lector 2 Sam Campbell Prayers Sandy Maxwell

Jun 24 8 AM Lector – Tom Orville, Chalicist – James Kyle 10 AM Crucifer Jessica Wiegandt Ushers Ray Kasey, Carl Ball

Acolyte Molly Hassell Coffee Kevin & Kim Laxton T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Mary Hughes, Butch Johnstone -------------------- Tellers Maile Armstrong, Steve Wiegandt Chalicist Lawton Kasey Altar Guild Betsy Briggs, Katie Cordani, Lawton Kasey, Pam Reilly Lector 1 Bob Ostrom Lector 2 Sandy Maxwell Prayers Maile Armstrong

Jul 1 8 AM Lector – Susan Tolliver, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Hunter Bell Ushers Ryan Kovac, Bill Witz

Acolyte Ian Johnstone Coffee Cam Spran, Art Tatman T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Shannon Flynt, Machele Huff -------------------- Tellers Mary Davis, Michael Kennedy Chalicist Kevin Shepherd Altar Guild Laura Anderson, Lonnie Bower, Jean Schaefer Lector 1 Maile Armstrong Lector 2 Alan Trent Prayers Bob Ostrom

Jul 8 8 AM Lector – Susan Tolliver, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Matthew Bentley Ushers Michael Bentley, Kevin Laxton

Acolyte Kirin Johnstone Coffee Carl & Pat Ball T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Cathy Cohen, Katie Rucker -------------------- Tellers Arby Frost, Kristen Johnstone Chalicist Avis Aheron Altar Guild Linda Bryant, Dorothy Herndon, Sharon Miller Lector 1 Donna Frost Lector 2 Lynn Wright Prayers Alan Trent

St. James Connection June/July 2012 Jul 15 8 AM Lector –Tim Buchholtz, Chalicist – James Kyle 10 AM Crucifer Bacari Brown Ushers Carl Ball, Larry Mattox

Acolyte Ashley Nelson Coffee Avis Aheron, Lawton Kasey T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Kim & Shelby Laxton -------------------- Tellers Larry Mattox, Lonnie Bower Chalicist Matt Cordani Altar Guild Helen Campbell, Boots Ingram, Odell James, Kate Perry Lector 1 Michael Bentley Lector 2 Laura Anderson Prayers Donna Frost

Jul 22 8 AM Lector – Tom Orville, Chalicist – James Kyle 10 AM Crucifer Taylor Flynt Ushers Matthew Bentley, Hunter Bell

Acolyte Sarah Perry Coffee Larry & Doris Mattox, Maile Armstrong T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Matt & Katie Cordani -------------------- Tellers Maile Armstrong, Steve Wiegandt Chalicist Lawton Kasey Altar Guild Laura Anderson, Lonnie Bower, Jean Schaefer Lector 1 Chuck Cohen Lector 2 Betsy Briggs Prayers Lynn Wright

Jul 29 St. James Day 8 AM Lector and Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer Dustin Hassell Ushers Chuck Cohen, Ben Clouser

Acolyte Marjorie Price Coffee Parish Life T Bearer Madeline Clouser Nursery Ann Bird, Laura Anderson Ryan Laxton Tellers Wardens Chalicist Kevin Shepherd Altar Guild Betsy Briggs, Katie Cordani, Lawton Kasey, Pam Reilly Lector 1 Avis Aheron Lector 2 Jackie Leonard Prayers Michael Bentley

Aug 5 8 AM Lector – Susan Tolliver, Chalicist – Tim Buchholtz 10 AM Crucifer William Ostrom Ushers Michael Kennedy, Jackie Leonard

Acolyte Jessica Wiegandt Coffee Terri Curley & Family T Bearer -------------------- Nursery Bob & Sara Ostrom -------------------- Tellers Mary Davis, Michael Kennedy Chalicist Avis Aheron Altar Guild Linda Bryant, Dorothy Herndon, Sharon Miller Lector 1 Helen Campbell Lector 2 Josie Wiegandt Prayers Laura Anderson

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