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St. Peter's Episcopal Church

Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 28

November 14, 2010 – 11:00 A.M.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Rev. Robert W. Prichard, Ph.D.

Deacon-in-Charge:  The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982; WLP-Wonder, Love and Praise)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been setaside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God.

Announcements

We welcome all visitors   Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome The Rev. Robert W. Prichard Ph.D., to St Peter's as our celebrant and preacher today. Dr. Prichard is The Arthur Lee Kinsolving Professor of Christianity in America and Instructor in Liturgies at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia.    Dr. Prichard is one of the church's foremost authorities on Christianity in America.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7i3>aol com.

ChurchSchoolfor all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Happy Birthday—Susan Linne von Berg,14^,h:  David Beck,  16"': Alexander Long IV, Alexander Long V, 20¹".

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House

The ECW will meet at 2PM this Wednesday, November 17^,h, at 2PM.

Shoeboxes for Samaritan's Purse are due next Sunday, November 21^s'.  Please contact Nancy Long (804) 742-5612 for more information.

Please plan to attend the Thanksgiving Service, Wednesday. November 24^,h, at 7:30PM with St Asaph's in Bowling Green

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact Fred Panneil, (804) 742-5302, with questions    Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry.  If you have any questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091. Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn:  Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers' God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom's holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen

St. Peter's Episcopal Church

828 Water Street

PO Box 399

Port Royal, VA 22535

Website: www.churchsp.org

Parish Office: (804) 742-5908

The Vestry
Alex Long IV, Senior Warden – (540) 226-4486
Linda Beck, Junior Warden – (804) 742-5056
Joan Poland, Bill Smith, Liz Heimbach, Terri Harrison
Clarence Kunstmann, Treasurer & Terri Harrison, Registrar
Brad Volland – Music Director & Organist
The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks-Deacon-in-Charge (540) 809-7489, (540) 898-1586, stpetcrsrcv@gmail.com 
Christ Centered, Biblically Based, Spirit Filled, Caring

Serving in the Armed Forces

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Observance of All Saints’ Day

November 7, 2010-11:00 A.M.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Rev. Charles R. Sydnor

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982; WLP-Wonder, Love and Praise)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set

aside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church

We welcome The Rev. Charles Sydnor as our celebrant today.

Please join us for coffee hour after the service in the Parish House.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish

House.

Evening Book Group meets this Tuesday night, Nov 9, at 7PM in the Parish House.

Church School for all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Happy Birthday—Kimberly Fisher, Jim Heimbach, Jim Anderson; Happy Anniversary—Clarence and Betty Kunstmann

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry.  If you have any questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091.

Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

On Sunday, November 14^th, at the 11AM service, we will welcome The Rev. Robert W. Prichard Ph.D., to St Peter’s as the celebrant and preacher. Dr. Prichard is The Arthur Lee Kinsolving Professor of Christianity in America and Instructor in Liturgies at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia.    Dr. Prichard is one of the church’s foremost authorities on Christianity in America. In his sermon on the 14^lh, he will include some of his knowledge about church history. Please plan to attend that day, and invite others, especially those with an interest in history, to join us for this service.

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen.

All Saint’s Day

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

828 Water Street

PO Box 399

Port Royal, VA 22535

Website: www.churchsp.org

Parish Office: (804) 742-5908

The Vestry
Alex Long IV, Senior Warden – (540) 226-4486
Linda Beck, Junior Warden – (804) 742-5056
Joan Poland, Bill Smith, Liz Heimbach, Terri Harrison
Clarence Kunstmann, Treasurer & Terri Harrison, Registrar
Brad Volland – Music Director & Organist
The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks-Deacon-in-Charge (540) 809-7489, (540) 898-1586, stpetcrsrcv@gmail.com 
Christ Centered, Biblically Based, Spirit Filled, Caring

Serving in the Armed Forces

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Twenty third Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 26

October 31, 2010 – 11:00 A.M.

Morning Prayer, Rite II

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set

aside for God. Before the service, may we sit in silence and meditate with God.
 

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7@aolcom.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.

Church School for all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones

Happy Birthday—Sandra Smith 5"¹, Kunstmann Anniversary 7^,h.

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091.

Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as

donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew   Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

If you haven’t done so yet, please be sure to turn in your pledge cards

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

828 Water Street

PO Box 399

Port Royal, VA 22535

Website: www.churchsp.org

Parish Office: (804) 742-5908

The Vestry
Alex Long IV, Senior Warden – (540) 226-4486
Linda Beck, Junior Warden – (804) 742-5056
Joan Poland, Bill Smith, Liz Heimbach, Terri Harrison
Clarence Kunstmann, Treasurer & Terri Harrison, Registrar
Brad Volland – Music Director & Organist
The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks-Deacon-in-Charge (540) 809-7489, (540) 898-1586, stpetcrsrcv@gmail.com
Christ Centered, Biblically Based, Spirit Filled, Caring

Serving in the Armed Forces

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 25

October 24, 2010 – 11:00 A.M.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Rev. Charles R. Sydnor

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982; WLP-Wonder, Love and Praise)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set 

aside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God.

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome The Rev. Charles Sydnor as our celebrant today.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7(5>aol.com.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.  

Evening Book Group meets this Tuesday night, Oct 26, at 7PM in the Parish House.

Church School for all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Children gather this Tuesday, Oct 26, at 5PM, in the Parish House. We will be making

bread.

Happy Birthday—Steve Price, Oct 30th

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091.

Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as

donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

Pledge cards are due today!

The ECW Halloween Dinner Dance, the ECWs annual fundraiser, is this Saturday night, October 30th at 6PM, at the Davis residence. Tickets are $25 per person. Please see Crystal Pannell if you want to purchase a ticket.

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever  Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

828 Water Street

PO Box399

Port Royal, VA 22535

Website: www.churchsp.org

Parish Office: (804) 742-5908

The Vestry

Alex Long IV, Senior Warden – (540) 226-4486

Christ Centered, Biblically Based, Spirit Filled, Caring

Serving in the Armed Forces

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Twenty First Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 24

October 17, 2010 – 11:00 A.M.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Rev. Tom Hayes

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set

aside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God.

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome The Rev. Tom Hayes as our celebrant today.   We are thankful to Brad Volland for his continuing service as our organist.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7(5)aol.com.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.

ChurchSchoolfor all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Happy Birthday—Theresa Kirtley 16^lh, John Wall, 19^,h, Cindy Fields, 22^nd

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091.

Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as

donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

Today!!! Pumpkins on the Farm, at the Davis Farm, 8123 Camden Rd, 3PM.

Coming up

Thursday, October 21st, ECW Annual Meeting in Fredericksburg.

Pledge cards due next Sunday, Oct 24^th.

Saturday, Oct 30, Halloween Dinner/Dance

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King, Amen.

Serving in the Armed Forces

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 23

October 10, 2010 – 11:00 A.M.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Rev. Charles R. Sydnor, Jr.

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set aside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God.

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome The Rev. Charles Sydnor as our celebrant today.   We are thankful to Brad Volland for his continuing service as our organist.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7(S).aol.com.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.

ChurchSchoolfor all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

The Loose Offering today will go to the Discretionary Fund.

Birthday—Dutchy Fannon, Oct 13^th.

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman, (804) 742-5091.

Please bring coats to be donated among those who need them, as well as

donations for the military which may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

Today!   Oct 10′^h at 4PM!   Organ Recital by Tom Marshall: "Music from Three Centuries….Stretching the limits of an 1850 George Stevens Organ"

Coming up

Thursday, October 21st, ECW Annual Meeting in Fredericksburg.

Saturday, Oct 30, Halloween Dinner/Dance

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King, Amen.

Serving in the Armed Forces
Alexander Long V                                     John Wall V

David Locklerr                                          Matt Kopp

Gordon Devine

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Celebrant: The Rev. Marge McNaughton

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, S Numbers are the service music found in the

front of The Hymnal 1982)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set aside for God. Before the service, please join us in silence as we meditate on God.

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome The Rev. Marge McNaughton as our celebrant today.   We are thankful to Brad Volland for his continuing service as our organist.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7(5)aol.com.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.

Come enjoy the Village Dinner, this Wednesday, October 6, 5-7PM in the Parish Hall.

ChurchSchoolfor all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Birthday—Roger Key, Oct 4.

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman.

Donations for the military may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

This coming Sunday, Oct 10^,h at 4PM!   Organ Recital by Tom Marshall: "Music from Three Centuries.  Stretching the limits of an 1850 George Stevens Organ"

Coming up

Thursday, October 21st, ECW Annual Meeting in Fredericksburg.

Saturday, Oct 30, Halloween Dinner/Dance

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us. and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen.

Brennon Kopp

Singelid Vogel

Marjorie Vreeland

Sylvia Sellers Joyce

Makey

David Watson

A J Willis

Kim

Yvonne & Charles Delhagen

Vivian Mcdonald

Wesley Berry

Anne Parker

Brenda Latham

Edwin Dudley

Lucille Pringle

Serving in the Armed Forces
Alexander Long V                                      John Wall V

David Locklerr                                           Matt Kopp

Gordon Devine

Feast of St Francis and the Blessing of Pets

Prayers

Officiant:  The Lord be with you. 

People:  And also with you.

Officiant:  Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures:  Grant that, as we celebrate the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Most high, omnipotent, good Lord, grant your people grace to renounce gladly the vanities of this world; that, following the way of blessed Francis, we may for love of you delight in your whole creation with perfectness of joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth, with your breath you gave life to all creatures, and declared them good.  Keep us mindful of this first, most holy blessing as we gather here today to offer our own blessings upon these, our companion animals.  Remind us always that we were created in your image—the image of a loving and compassionate God.  And in this image we are called to care for your creation.  Open our hearts and minds to the lessons we may learn from our companions; to live fully in the present, to love unconditionally, to face each day expecting joy.  Help us always to do your will on earth, so that you may look upon our work and declare it good.  Amen.

(Lynn L. Caruso)

Lessons

Psalm 148:7-14 Page 806, BCP

7

Praise the LORD from the earth, *
you sea-monsters and all deeps;

8

Fire and hail, snow and fog, *
tempestuous wind, doing his will;

9

Mountains and all hills, *
fruit trees and all cedars;

10

Wild beasts and all cattle, *
creeping things and winged birds;

11

Kings of the earth and all peoples, *
princes and all rulers of the world;

12

Young men and maidens, *
old and young together.

13

Let them praise the Name of the LORD, *
for his Name only is exalted,
his splendor is over earth and heaven.

14

He has raised up strength for his people
and praise for all his loyal servants, *
the children of Israel, a people who are near him.
Hallelujah! 
 

Matthew 11:25-30

Jesus said, "I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.

"Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."

Blessing of Pets

Live without fear.  Your creator loves you, made you holy and has always cared for you.  Go in peace to follow the good road, and may God’s blessing be with you always.  Amen. 

(Bishop Mark S. Sisk)

Litany of Thanksgiving

Officiant:  We thank you, God, for your goodness and loving-kindness for all that you have so wonderfully made.  For all your creatures who swim in the oceans, lakes and rivers, for fish and whales, for starfish and seals;

People:  We thank you, Lord.

Officiant:  For all your creatures who walk upon the land, for horses and cats, for bears and insects, for elephants and dogs;

People:  We thank you, Lord.

Officiant:  For all your creatures that fly about our heads, for the wonder of their flight and the joy of their song;

People:  We thank you, Lord.

Officiant:  For every creature you have made to fill your creation with color, song, and beauty.

People:  We thank you, Lord. 

Benediction

Deep peace of the running wave to you. 
Deep peace of the flowing air to you.
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you.
Deep peace of the shining stars to you.
Deep peace of the infinite peace to you. 

(Traditional Celtic Blessing)

Dismissal

Officiant:  Go in peace to love the Lord.  Alleluia, alleluia.

People:  Thanks be to God.  Alleluia, alleluia.  

Announcements

We welcome all visitors. Please sign our guest register in the back pew of the church.

We welcome Brad Volland today as our organist.

Please keep our prayer list current by notifying Terri Harrison of additions/deletions. You may email her at tharrison7(j3>aol.com 04 742-5118.

Church School for all ages is at 10 AM each Sunday in the Parish House. The nursery is available for little ones.

Ecumenical Bible study meets every Wednesday from 10AM until noon in the Parish House.

The children will meet this Tuesday afternoon from 5-6PM at the Parish House.    The evening book group will meet for the first time this Tuesday night, September 28’", at 7pm in the Parish House. Contact Catherine Hicks for more information.

Birthdays—Oliver Fortune, Sept 27^th; Marion Mahoney, Sept 28^th.

Please remember to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Pantry. Contact

Fred Pannell, (804) 742-5302, with questions.

Please bring dry or canned pet food for the animal shelter ministry. If you have any

questions, please speak with Marilyn Newman.

Donations for the military may be placed in the back pew. Please contact Joan

Poland, (540) 775-3277 for more information.

The Blessing of the Animals will be this Saturday, Oct 2^nd, at 4PM in the church yard. Bring your pets for a blessing and a snack.

Looking ahead:

Sunday, Oct 10¹" at 4PM: Organ Recital by Tom Marshall: "Music from Three Centuries …Stretching the limits of an 1850 George Stevens Organ" Thursday, October 21st, ECW Annual Meeting in Fredericksburg.

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations yet unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land, especially those serving in our armed forces, may have the grace to maintain these liberties, being protected under Your great might and guidance, in order that our land will continue to be blessed by the light of freedom. Help each of us to serve You in righteousness, and ultimately in peace and in safety, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

Our fathers’ God to thee, author of liberty, to thee we sing. Long may our land be bright, with freedom’s holy light. Protect us by Thy might, great God our King. Amen.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 20

September 19th, 2010 -11:00 A.M.

The Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Celebrant: The Reverend Claudia Merritt

Deacon-in-Charge: The Rev. Catherine D. Hicks

(BCP—Book of Common Prayer, H-Hymnal, S Numbers are the service music found in the front of The Hymnal 1982)

When you enter these doors, you enter sacred space that has been set aside for God.  Before the service, may we sit in silence and meditate with God.