We look forward to hosting the September 27th Pre-Convention Meeting scheduled for this coming Thursday from 6:30 pm to 8 pm in our Parish Hall. The meetings goal is to facilitate focused, in-depth presentations of the proposed 2019 program budget and proposed resolutions, which will come before convention on November 10th. All members of the Diocese are invited to attend pre-convention meetings, and convention representatives are encouraged to participate in these important gatherings.
Part of our vestry covenant states we will "Seek God's will by striving for unity in all matters through: Abiding by and supporting group decisions through individual actions and words Communicating effectively back to parish members formally and informally Encouraging those with grievances to speak directly with the concerned individual and seek appropriate mediation." The full covenant is posted on the bulletin board in the Parish Hall. Here are just a few of the topics we are actively working on and invite your participation and support: "Soft" toys are needed for the Kid's area in the church The process for Sunday School teacher clearances needs to be formalized Tell us about your ideas
Church School has begun!! Our program is back in full swing, beginning on September 16. We are accepting ongoing registrations for children from preschool to grade 6. Our church school begins on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in the upstairs of the Parish Hall. Children will take part in a bible based lesson and will have a snack. At 10:15 children are accompanied back to the church to meet their parents for the remainder of the service. Church school will take place every Sunday unless otherwise announced. We are so excited to be sharing the love of Jesus with the children of Messiah! If you have any questions, please contact Tiffany Reichley: tmreichley@gmail.com
Do you want to be an advocate for those living with addiction? Learn and be inspired with keynote speaker Susan Ford Bales on Saturday, September 22, 2018 (8:45 am to 12:15 pm). Register online for this free event that takes place at All Saints Episcopal Church in Torresdale. Attendees will learn how to connect needs with resources, and to bring healing and hope to their congregations and communities, an empathetic and compassionate approach response to substance addiction.
