TODAY…
Building relationships around a campfire at St. Dunstan’s: Thursday, September 27th beginning at 6:00 p.m. We’ll roast hot dogs and marshmallows while singing songs and getting to know each other better! There will also be an opportunity to build a shelter to eat in as we bring a fall Sandbox tradition to our evening. Come join us for fire, fun and fellowship!
THIS WEEKEND…
Ladies’ Night Out, Friday, September 28th, 6pm: Come join us for good food and good conversation among women of all ages from St. Dunstan’s. This month we will meet at Biaggi’s, 1611 Aspen Commons,Middleton, at Greenway Station. For more information, or to arrange a ride, please contact Kathy Whitt or Debra Martinez.
Outreach Committee Meeting, Saturday, September 29, 8-10:30am: All are welcome to join our conversations about how St. Dunstan’s can best serve the world with our resources and our hands. We begin with an optional potluck breakfast at 8am.
Poetry/Art Show: Sunday, September 30th is a celebration of the arts! Members of all ages are invited to bring an art or craft to show, or a poem to read. You can write your own poem or read a favorite. Art will be displayed in the Gathering Space between services and after the 10:00 service. The poetry readings will take place at 11:30am. Please bring your artwork to the church on Saturday afternoon, September 29, and put it on the tables that are there. If you require an easel, bring yours. Thank you!
THE WEEKS AHEAD…
Celebration of Life for Lou Maher, October 6th – Visitation beginning at 9:30am with Eucharist at 11:00am. The service will be followed by a light lunch. If you would like to help with the reception, please contact Connie Ott.
All Ages Book Group, October 7th, 9:00am: We will discuss Miss Rumphius, a picture book about choosing to spread beauty. Books are available in the Gathering Space.
Madison-Area Julian Gathering, Wednesday, October 10th, 1:00 – 2:45 PM: Julian of Norwich was a 14th Century English mystic whose theology was six hundred years ahead of her time. She had sixteen revelations of Christ showing her the reciprocal nature of the bond between the soul and God, a bond that is based on love that is tender and co-operative . . . he wants us to be his partners. If that sounds like the relationship with God you long for, join us. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month. If you have questions, contact Susan Fiore, ObJN.
Museum Trip, October 13th at 2:00pm: Everyone is invited to learn together at the Chazen Museum on Saturday, October 13th. Sign up in the Gathering space so we can let the museum know our numbers! Please contact Sharon if you need/want to car pool.
Learning and Sharing: Boomers, Xers and Millennials on October 14th at 9:00 a.m. Understanding our generational perspectives helps us understand each other. (Facilitated by Debra Martinez)
Annual Buildings and Grounds Work Day, Sunday, October 14th after 10:00 service: Please dress in outdoor work clothes that day and plan on a light lunch and to assist in chores around the church afterwards.
Bread for the World Sunday, October 14th: Peg and Dan Geisler will share about Bread for the World’s advocacy to reduce hunger in the United States and around the world and how we can be part of it. We are invited to participate in Bread for the Word’s annual Offering of Letters, to advocate to our politicians for programs that will reduce hunger in the United States and around the world. Following the 10:00 am service, those wanting to write their Congressional representatives may take letter-writing materials. Further information, writing materials and sample letters will be provided.
Sunday Papers: For those worshiping with children: We always have copies of The Sunday Paper and The Sunday Paper Jr. for kids to pick up on the way into church (at the prayer desk on the right). The Sunday Paper is based on the lessons for each Sunday. It invites kids to color, draw, read, and wonder. It helps children to acquire a vocabulary of Scriptural images, and to relate the Gospel to the Old Testament, the life of the Church, and their own lives. Adults may find it worth reading too. You are encouraged to check it out!
Altar Flowers: October dates available! Honor a loved one or a special event with altar flowers. Reserve your special date by writing your dedication on the sign-up sheet. Suggested donation is $35. Write “flowers” on the memo line of your check or on envelope containing cash, or donate online at donate.stdunstans.com.
Looking for Coffee Hosts for October 2018! Consider being a coffee host and talk with Janet Bybee.
STAFF NEWS…
Clergy Office Hours: If you would like to visit with one of our clergy, they would like to visit with you! Father Jonathan Melton will hold weekly “office hours” on Mondays from 9 – 11am, at the MOKA at 5227 University Ave. Father John Rasmus will be at St. Dunstan’s on Thursdays from 9 – 10:30am.