From the Rector, Staff, and Vestry- New Outreach Opportunity
Jesus said,….. do not hinder them from coming to Me; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
Over the years, I have had a very special wish and prayer. This wish and prayer of mine centered on a finding a way that the Episcopal Church of All Angels could impact our community. I knew that this church had many members who were important contributing members of our community, but I have always wondered how we could corporately impact the community. In other words, how could All Angels act as a Body of committed Christians to improve our community and reach out to those who need us and the very special gifts we have to offer.
Over the last few months, it has become apparent through discernment and intentional research into the assets of this community that is there is something that our church can do to impact not only the quality of life in Spearfish for the present, but for the future as well.
I, the Staff, and the Vestry would like to announce that the Episcopal Church of All Angels will begin to offer After School tutoring for kids that need a little afterschool structure and help. This program will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 and last until 5 pm.
I am confident that with the skills and talents of our congregation and staff that this will be something All Angels will become known for and something for which we can be proud. This of course will take a collaborative effort from all of us as a parish and we will be needing help. If you have worked in youth programming, taught, or been a mentor in the past, we could use your help. If you can spread the love of Christ by helping behind the scenes, we need your help. After all we are the hands and heart of Christ in the world and Jesus wanted the Children to come to him because he knew, as we know, that children are the future and we will be the caretakers of the Gospel as well as all of creation in the quickly approaching age to come.
We have reached out to the University as well as Counselors who specialize in child development for resources and volunteers. That being said, it will not be a ministry unless we have the support and prayers of our parish. In other words, you are needed.
The other fringe benefit of this ministry is that when we open our doors to the community, especially children, we know that we will be impacting lives. This will hopefully open the hearts of those we assist and to come and see that God is good. This will also introduce people to not only God, but the Body of Christ, which is our church family. This will indirectly bolster our parish for the future and show the community the loving and committed church that is All Angels.
We are proud and happy to announce this new ministry, which we hope to begin in mid-October. If you would like to help or know of ways to help, contact education@allangelsspearfish.org to get in touch with Julianne! She would be happy to hear from you!
Prairie Hills Transit- We are incredibly happy to announce that we have set up an arrangement with Prairie Hill Transit that will allow parishioners who are unable to drive or without transportation to attend church. The cost will be taken care of through the Rector’s Discretionary fund. To help people sign up, a post card was sent out earlier to those that we knew needed rides so they could be added to the PHT’s list.
If you are in need of a ride on Sunday mornings and did not receive a post card, be sure to contact the office and we will be happy to assist in signing you up for this service. The same applies if you received a post card and are unsure how to proceed or have questions, just call and we will help in any way we can.
From The Vestry-
If you have anything you would like brought before the vestry, contact the Rector, Senior Warden, or a member of the vestry and the item will be put on the agenda. Before an item is put on the agenda the vestry asks that one has a conversation with the Rector and/or Wardens before the addition to the agenda is made.
The vestry would also like to remind everyone that the minutes of the vestry are available for viewing in the office from 9 am - 2 pm on Monday through Wednesday and on Thursdays from 9 am - 11 am. The information available not only includes the minutes, but also includes the financial statements and all correspondence to the vestry. All are welcome to view these public records during the times listed above.
Property Update- The Vestry and Junior Warden would like to keep everyone in the loop about the improvements planned for this summer and fall so this Property Update has been added to the newsletter.
This new addition to our newsletter will hopefully keep everyone informed about the continuing effort required to keep a place as special as ours in good and safe repair.
The following is a list of projects that we have in progress. This means that we are seeking bids or scheduling with contractors whom we have used in the past and have found their work to be of good quality and their pricing fair.
Jesus said,….. do not hinder them from coming to Me; for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
Over the years, I have had a very special wish and prayer. This wish and prayer of mine centered on a finding a way that the Episcopal Church of All Angels could impact our community. I knew that this church had many members who were important contributing members of our community, but I have always wondered how we could corporately impact the community. In other words, how could All Angels act as a Body of committed Christians to improve our community and reach out to those who need us and the very special gifts we have to offer.
Over the last few months, it has become apparent through discernment and intentional research into the assets of this community that is there is something that our church can do to impact not only the quality of life in Spearfish for the present, but for the future as well.
I, the Staff, and the Vestry would like to announce that the Episcopal Church of All Angels will begin to offer After School tutoring for kids that need a little afterschool structure and help. This program will be held on Wednesdays at 3:30 and last until 5 pm.
I am confident that with the skills and talents of our congregation and staff that this will be something All Angels will become known for and something for which we can be proud. This of course will take a collaborative effort from all of us as a parish and we will be needing help. If you have worked in youth programming, taught, or been a mentor in the past, we could use your help. If you can spread the love of Christ by helping behind the scenes, we need your help. After all we are the hands and heart of Christ in the world and Jesus wanted the Children to come to him because he knew, as we know, that children are the future and we will be the caretakers of the Gospel as well as all of creation in the quickly approaching age to come.
We have reached out to the University as well as Counselors who specialize in child development for resources and volunteers. That being said, it will not be a ministry unless we have the support and prayers of our parish. In other words, you are needed.
The other fringe benefit of this ministry is that when we open our doors to the community, especially children, we know that we will be impacting lives. This will hopefully open the hearts of those we assist and to come and see that God is good. This will also introduce people to not only God, but the Body of Christ, which is our church family. This will indirectly bolster our parish for the future and show the community the loving and committed church that is All Angels.
We are proud and happy to announce this new ministry, which we hope to begin in mid-October. If you would like to help or know of ways to help, contact education@allangelsspearfish.org to get in touch with Julianne! She would be happy to hear from you!
Prairie Hills Transit- We are incredibly happy to announce that we have set up an arrangement with Prairie Hill Transit that will allow parishioners who are unable to drive or without transportation to attend church. The cost will be taken care of through the Rector’s Discretionary fund. To help people sign up, a post card was sent out earlier to those that we knew needed rides so they could be added to the PHT’s list.
If you are in need of a ride on Sunday mornings and did not receive a post card, be sure to contact the office and we will be happy to assist in signing you up for this service. The same applies if you received a post card and are unsure how to proceed or have questions, just call and we will help in any way we can.
From The Vestry-
If you have anything you would like brought before the vestry, contact the Rector, Senior Warden, or a member of the vestry and the item will be put on the agenda. Before an item is put on the agenda the vestry asks that one has a conversation with the Rector and/or Wardens before the addition to the agenda is made.
The vestry would also like to remind everyone that the minutes of the vestry are available for viewing in the office from 9 am - 2 pm on Monday through Wednesday and on Thursdays from 9 am - 11 am. The information available not only includes the minutes, but also includes the financial statements and all correspondence to the vestry. All are welcome to view these public records during the times listed above.
Property Update- The Vestry and Junior Warden would like to keep everyone in the loop about the improvements planned for this summer and fall so this Property Update has been added to the newsletter.
This new addition to our newsletter will hopefully keep everyone informed about the continuing effort required to keep a place as special as ours in good and safe repair.
The following is a list of projects that we have in progress. This means that we are seeking bids or scheduling with contractors whom we have used in the past and have found their work to be of good quality and their pricing fair.
- The painting of the Parish Hall- This project is a much-welcomed undertaking, and we are glad to say it is completed
- The removal of the carpet in the chancel (choir area only) of the sanctuary and the installation of hard wood as well as the replacing of the carpet (or replacing with another suitable flooring) in the parish hall. Bids and and options are still being explored. Due to the demand for contractors in our area due to the housing boom, this project will most likely not happen this summer.
- Installation of an awning on southern door of the parish hall- Materials ordered and scheduled.
- Memorial wall for the Narthex. This will be a large ornate wooden board that will allow us to attach memorial plaques in remembrance of the gifts given to the church- This is in the planning stages.