Word to the Wyes 11-25-20

Written on November 25, 2020

A Collect for Thanksgiving Day

Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those who harvest them. Make us, we pray, faithful stewards of your great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Christmas Market this Saturday

This Saturday, November 28, weather permitting, we are offering the final Christmas Market, in front of St. Luke’s Chapel, Queenstown, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Market will feature new additions to the exceptional collection of traditional Christmas decorations, plus baked goods, gift books, and other items suitable for holiday giving or enjoying.

This Sunday, November 29

8 am in-person service of Holy Communion at St. Luke’s Chapel and 10 am in-person (and via Facebook) service of Holy Communion at Old Wye Church. Bishop Santosh Marray will be the celebrant and preacher at both services and Edward Radcliffe will receive the Rite of Confirmation from Bishop San.

The Covenant for Regathering detailing the protocols and guidelines for in-person worship services, which includes the wearing of face masks, is required for all in-person gatherings at Wye Parish.

Available this Sunday is Living Well Through Advent 2020, a daily seasonal resource for practicing the spiritual themes of Advent published by The Living Compass.

Birthday wishes this week to Peggy Walbert, Ryan Lively, Annika Gerber, Jane Jenkins, Don Regenhardt and Zachary Denton. Anniversary wishes to Michael & Julie Marshall and Rev. Charlie and Frieda.

Warmest regards in Christ, Reverend Charlie

A Prayer for Annual Parish Giving 2020

Accept, O Lord, these gifts which we bring to you, inspire and increase our gratitude for the presence of your Holy Spirit in our lives. We commit our church to your praise and honor, that the name of our Lord Jesus may be worshipped, and his ministry of compassion, healing and new life bring hope to all people. Amen.

Annual Parish Stewardship letters have been mailed to all parish members and friends.

Discovering the Bible, one of the core courses in the Kerygma program begins on December 7. This meeting will be an introductory session for anyone interested in learning more about the Kerygma program.

Kerygma

Haven Ministries Homeless Shelter

Attention to all Homeless Shelter Volunteers – The Homeless shelter did not shut down this year and has remained open through the pandemic. Our guests have been housed in hotels and cared for by the Haven Ministries Staff. We are grateful for God’s grace, the Haven Ministries Staff and the many increased donations and grants to allow this to happen. However dinners are still being provided by volunteers from the various member churches. While Karen and I have been providing dinners for the Wye Parish rotation the past few months, I would now like to offer the opportunity to others within our parish, to provide dinners when scheduled. Providing dinners is easier than in the past, as you only need to drop the dinner off (usu. meat and veggie casserole) at 5:30 at the Kent Island United Methodist Church. The next dinner opportunity for our Parish is: December 20th. Please contact me if you are interested or want more information before committing. Thank you very much!