The Angelus
Monthly Publication of the Church of Our Saviour August 2018 From Father Miller of refuge; a place of solace; a threshold of hope to this community and beyond. This Sunday we commemorated the 94th Over the last 94 years, God has richly anniversary of the Church of Our Saviour! blessed us beyond measure. Over and over again, Ninety-four years of faithful, dedicated, and we have seen that God has His hand on this devout worship of our Lord and Saviour Jesus parish and continues to do so. As we enter this Christ in the Virginia-Highland Community. Sunday’s festivities and beyond, take heart in Since her inception, the Church of Our Saviour knowing that God continues to guide and direct has sought to be a place where one can find our steps together into the future (Proverbs 16:9), “the most beautiful and satisfying services in and God will continue to bless us richly. But, the city of Atlanta, a churchly service, and at God is calling us to more, as we realize together the same time [be a place that furnishes] a ser- the Kingdom of God here on Earth; in the midst vice that will be informal enough to meet the of our shared life. needs of the large number of people who have Let this parish anniversary mark the been otherwise trained.” From the beginning, beginning of a new season at the Church of Our the Church of Our Saviour has been a place to Saviour. The writer of Ecclesiastes reminds us, experience a tangible encounter with the Living “to everything there is a season, and a time to God through Word and Sacrament. every purpose under the heaven” and the same The Catechism in The Book of Common goes for our parish. Prayer reminds us that the Mission of the Let this new season be a season of Church is “to restore all people to unity with simplicity, yet depth. A season of growth, yet God and each other in Christ.” The Church pur- intimacy. A season of sacrifice, yet abundance. sues its mission as it “prays and worships, pro- In this new season, let a fire be ignited in the claims the Gospel, and promises justice, peace, hearts of each of us, kindling within, a passion and love.” The next question that follows is, for mission, outreach, and a zeal for the procla- “through whom does the Church carry out its mation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all mission? The Church carries out its mission people. This Sunday will mark the beginning of through the ministry of all its people.” (BCP, this! 855). It is truly a testament to God’s majesty Thank you for joining me this Sunday as and glory that we have had the honor and we celebrated our beloved parish, but more privilege to live this divine mission for the importantly, joined me as we enter this new sea- last 94 years. son together. Let us walk hand in hand and step Together we make up the Body of out across the threshold of hope into the realm of Christ. Together we are united and transcend faith, as we become faithful models of a living social, political, economic, age, gender, and faith throughout this new season of hope. ideological differences; rejoicing as one, in Let us pray. the proclamation of the One Faith, One Lord, “O God of unchangeable power and eternal One Baptism. For 94 years, the Church of Our light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that Saviour has embodied this mission in a very wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual Incarnational way. It is so ingrained within the working of your providence, carry out in tran- ethos of this parish that it radiates out from the quility the plan of salvation; let the whole world very wood of the pews—it is the very heartbeat see and know that things which were cast down of the parish. are being raised up, and things which had grown It goes without saying, the Church of Our old are being made new and that all things are Saviour is a unique and beautiful place, situated being brought to their perfection by him through in part of Atlanta with a rich, vibrant, and lively whom all things were made, your Son, Jesus history. From her beginnings in 1924, the Christ our Lord. Amen.” (BCP, 280). Church of Our Saviour has sought to be a place Grace and Peace, Father Christopher Miller
Page 2 THE ANGELUS August 2018 Events and Feast Days
NO Parish Luncheon August 5, 2018
Because we will have celebrated our Parish Anniversary the previous weekend, there will be NO parish luncheon on August 5, 2018.
Saint Bartholomew August 24, 2018 Transfiguration Sunday (Transferred) The following prayer is one of those August 12, 2018 traditionally said on this day.
We will celebrate the Feast of the Transfig- O Almighty and everlasting God, who uration on Sunday, August 12, 2018. didst give to thine apostle Bartholomew grace truly to believe and to preach thy Word; Grant, we beseech thee, unto thy Church to love what he believed and to preach what he taught; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
The Feast of Saint Mary the Virgin Wednesday, August 15, 2018 Formation Open House 7:00 pm and Cookout
The Feast of Saint Mary the Virgin will be All are invited to a Formation Open House a Choral High Mass with the choir singing the and Cookout on Friday, August 24, 2018, from mass setting. The Feast of Saint Mary the Virgin 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Join us for a delicious supper, is a major feast on which the Church expects the fun activities for all ages, tours of our godly play faithful to assist at the Eucharist. rooms, and more information about all of our formation programs.
August 2018 THE ANGELUS Page 3 We also need some volunteers to help on the 15th (Thursday), at Saint Bede’s, while the artists are setting up and at the Opening Party that evening. Opening Parties are always a great way to get first dibs on the best the artists have to offer, and a great place to mix and mingle with members of both congregations. All monies raised from the booth fees and raffle ticket sales will be split between the spon- soring parishes, based upon their participation in the event. The money coming to Our Saviour will then be split between the Hospitality Guild and the General Operating Fund. – Mary Sommers
Art from the Heart Artist Market November 15-17, 2018
As was noted in the July Angelus, the Church of Our Saviour and Saint Bede’s will be co-sponsoring a celebration of artists and their wonderful creations November 16-17, 2018, with an opening party on Thursday, November 15. The Steering Committee has finalized the A Morning Song application and begun sending them out to By Isaac Watts artists, inviting them to participate in the market. If you, or anyone you know, would be interested My God, who makes the sun to know in exhibiting in the market, please contact me at His proper hour to rise; [email protected] or Lois Shingler at And, to give light to all below, [email protected]. Doth send him round the skies: I have bragged to Saint Bede’s about the high quality of our parish’s bakers and cooks, and When from the chambers of the east agreed for Our Saviour to host a bake sale at the His morning race begins, event. I know we haven’t had a sale in a few He never tires, nor stops to rest, years, but I’m assuming we haven’t all lost our But round the world he shines. touch. Please start thinking about whether you can contribute something for the bake sale So, like the sun, would I fulfil (sweet or savory) and/or if you could work the The business of the day; booth. If transportation is an issue with working Begin my work betimes, and still the booth let me know and I’ll see if I can put March on my heavenly way. together a car pool. The best part about this is that it is an indoor event which means we won’t Give me, O Lord, thy early grace, have an issue with icings melting. And, keep in Nor let my soul complain mind, all monies raised through this booth will That the young morning of my day go directly to Our Saviour. Has all been spent in vain!
Page 4 THE ANGELUS August 2018 Birthdays and Anniversaries
Birthdays: Aug.1: Annwynn McKenzie Stabler 8: Rachel Irving Braxton Cooksey 12: Mary Hallenberg 13: Charla Allen 18: Michael Miller 19: Megan Bernard Julie Roberts 20: Charles Oliver Hoffmeyer Readings for August 21: Larry Bailey Year B 23: Sean McGlynn, Jr. 26: Robert Rosenzweig 11th Sunday after Pentecost—August 5, 2018 29: John Sommers Proper 13 Anniversaries: Exodus 16:2–4, 9–15 Aug. 1: Eric Strange & Jennifer Hoosier Psalm 78:23–29 6: Father Christopher Miller Ephesians 4:1–16 & Jennifer Gander John 6:24–35 11: Roger & Debbie Press 13: Patrick & Lauren Caldwell 12th Sunday after Pentecost—August 12, 2018 21: Jim & Kathie Spotts (Transfiguration Transferred) Proper 14 22: Terry & Janet Strange Exodus 34:29–35 30: David & Laura Stabler Psalm 99:5–9 Sean & Jennifer McGlynn 2 Peter 1:13–21 Luke 9:28–36
St. Mary the Virgin Solemn High Mass Lectors Wednesday, August 15, 2018 Isaiah 61:10–11 August 5, 2018 Psalm 34 8:30 Bert Smith Galatians 4:4–7 11:00 Kathy Davis Luke 1:46–55
August 12, 2018 13th Sunday after Pentecost—August 19, 2018 8:30 Edgar Randolph Proper 15 11:00 Roger Davis Proverbs 9:1–6 Psalm 34:9–14 August 15, 2018 (Blessed Virgin Mary) Ephesians 5:15–20 7:00 pm Oreta Campbell John 6:51–58
August 19, 2018 14th Sunday after Pentecost—August 26, 2018 8:30 Suellen Henderson Proper 16 11:00 Nigel Flynn Joshua 24:1–2a, 14–18 Psalm 34:15–22 August 26, 2018 Ephesians 6:10–20 8:30 Derek Jones John 6:56–69 11:00 Alexis Leifermann
August 2018 THE ANGELUS Page 5 Mid-Year Treasurer’s Report
For the second Operating Fund quarter ending June 30, As of June 30, 2018 2018, revenues exceeded 2018 expenses in the Operating 2017 2018 Annual Fund, based on prelimi- Revenue Actual Y-T-D Actual Y-T-D Budget nary accounting for the Contribution Income $ 135,508 $ 120,823 $ 239,444 year to date. The “bottom Non-Contribution Income 15,435 14,957 30,000 line” was an operating sur- Total, Operating Revenue $ 150,943 $ 135,780 $ 269,444 plus of $9,134 at this point in the year. Year-to-date Expenses receipts included a gener- Personnel $ 74,071 $ 68,488 $ 154,188 ous one-time gift that has Programs 5,041 2,485 14,750 helped to achieve the oper- Administration 5,255 10,507 18,716 ating surplus. Physical Plant 34,327 31,854 71,653 Contribution income Outreach 14,676 13,313 27,534 in the first half totaled Total, Operating Expenses $ 133,370 $ 126,646 $ 286,841 $120,823, on track at just Net Revenue (Expense) $ 17,573 $ 9,134 $ (17,397) over 50% of the total budgeted for the year. Pledges and contributions represent about 89% of all operating income. The remainder includes a continuing diocesan grant to support the work of our priest as chaplain at Emory, which represents about 9% of all operating income, and miscellaneous income including facility rent. Overall revenue totaled just under $136,000 for the first half. Compared with the first half of 2017, revenue is down by about (10%) in the year-to-date. Expenses in the first half totaled $126,646, representing about 44% of the budgeted amount for the year. For 2018, budgeted expenses increased 1.4% over 2017. Personnel, program, and physical plant are below budget for the year-to-date, while outreach is in line with projections for the year and administration is over budget for the year-to-date. Looking forward with certainty is impossible. Despite that, I noted to the Vestry in June a moderate level of concern that our contributions are lagging the prior year. As noted earlier in the year, the budget was adopted on a premise of stabilizing with a new rector in place and growing. In the second half of the year, we anticipate higher expenses as the Operating Fund absorbs the cost of maintaining staff choristers at high mass. (To date, this expense had been covered from part of the Hower bequest, which is now depleted.) The cost of maintaining section leaders, who are paid professionals, is $2,000 a month. Along with the staff and volunteers who are charged with serving the parish in financial capacities, I am committed to faithful stewardship of the tithes and offerings that are entrusted to us. We are all mindful how great this trust is, and we are deeply grateful for the gifts of everyone who supports this parish and its ministry.
—Brian Mullaney, Treasurer
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work.” II Corinthians 9:7-9
Page 6 THE ANGELUS August 2018 What is it? Anglican and Episcopal churches. The Church Sanctuary Lamps of Our Saviour was one of the first Episcopal By Oreta Hinamon Campbell churches in Atlanta to reserve the sacrament, and therefore we proudly maintain our sanctu- The sanctuary lamp, or tabernacle lamp ary light. as it is sometimes called, hangs from the ceiling At the Church of Our Saviour the sanctu- in the center of the altar rail at the Church of ary lamp is often given in thanksgiving for, or in memory of, people or events which are special Our Saviour. In some churches it hangs from to members of the congregation, very similar to the wall near the tabernacle. It is lit to show that how altar flowers are dedicated. A notice of the Blessed Sacrament is “reserved,” that is, such thanksgivings or memorials will be pub- present in the tabernacle behind the altar. lished in the weekly bulletin. A donation to the Because we are a sacramental church, it is our altar guild is customary, but not obligatory. belief that Jesus is present in this Blessed Sacra- ment. (Exactly how and what that presence is and means, is beyond the scope of this article.) However, this is the reason that the Sacrament deserves the honors we would give a King. This is why members bow or genuflect as they walk in front of the tabernacle. Candles and oil lamps have always been used in the church, primarily for the practical reason of providing illumination. A lamp was kept burning in the sanctuary of the Jewish Temple until its destruction in 70 AD, and the Each month, the Stewardship Committee is Jewish holiday of Hanukkah centers around this highlighting various ministries that the Church light. In the Roman Empire high-ranking offi- of Our Saviour is engaged in or supports, using cials had the privilege of being accompanied by our time, talents, and treasure. This month’s a light-bearer and when Christianity became the ministry is the Guild of the Christ Child. official religion the practice seems to have been transferred to bishops and other important The Guild of the Christ Child ministers to church officials. the infants, children and youth of our parish. But lights have also served a symbolic Guild members may lead or support our Godly purpose. Jesus says “I am the Light of the Play program (for infants up to those in the 6th World.” (John 8:12) Our Christmas service grade) and/or our Book Club Café (7th through reminds us that “The people who walked in 12th grades), or help with many other activities darkness have seen a great light; upon those throughout the year. This year’s sessions will who dwelt in the land of gloom a bright light begin on September 9, 2018, and continue until has shown.” (Isaiah 9:1) An important part of May 19, 2019. our Easter service is the relighting of the sanc- Our director of children’s formation, Amy tuary lamp to symbolize that the Risen Lord is Wells, can explain to those interested in joining once again present in the world (and in our the guild what the requirements are for becom- church). ing a teacher. If you would like more infor- The custom of lighting a sanctuary lamp mation, contact Amy at (404) 436-4522 or as a sign that the Sacrament is reserved began in [email protected]. England in the 13th century and was made On Sunday, August 19, a member of the obligatory in Roman Catholic churches in the Guild will speak briefly at both services to share 17th century. This custom has continued in the what this work involves and provides in return.
August 2018 THE ANGELUS Page 7 Saint of the Month Jesus said, “You believe because I told you Saint Bartholomew I saw you under the fig tree. You will see greater things than that.” the Apostle He then added, “Very truly I tell you, you By Oreta Hinamon Campbell will see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of On August 24, 2018, we celebrate the feast Man.” (John 1:45-51, New International day of Saint Bartholomew the Apostle. Version.) There are many stories about the early Christians, but we don’t actually know a lot Other writers point out that this could just about most of them and Bartholomew is no be a coincidence, and that John was interested in exception. We don’t actually even know his Nathanael but not interested in Bartholomew. name—the name “Bartholomew” is actually However it is, there is no mention of Saint a patronymic, Bartholomew, “son of Tolmai,” Bartholomew in the historical literature until a good Hebrew name. Eusebius of Caesarea, writing in the fourth We know he is an apostle because he is century AD, mentions that Pantaenus, while mentioned in Mark, Matthew, Luke and Acts in evangelizing in India in the second century, was the lists of Apostles (Matthew 10:2-4, Mark 3:16 told that Bartholomew had already been there -18, Luke 6:13-16 and Acts 1:13). When he is and given a copy of the gospel of Saint Mark to mentioned, he is always mentioned with Philip. his converts. Of course, in ancient literature, Interestingly enough, the gospel of John “India” does not necessarily mean the modern doesn’t mention Bartholomew at all. Instead it nation of India, and the term was even applied to mentions Nathanael. Because of this and because parts of Arabia. Other sources say that Saint Bar- John always mentions Philip with Nathanael, tholomew preached in Mesopotamia, Persia, many, if not most writers, consider the two to be Egypt, Lycaonia, Phrygia, and the shores of the the same person. This belief is so common that Black Sea. in the Roman Catholic Church, the texts on The Church of Armenia has a tradition that Saint Bartholomew’s feast day are about Saint Jude Thaddeus and Saint Bartholomew Nathanael. So, what do we know about visited the Armenians early in the first century Nathanael? and introduced Christianity there. Both saints are John introduces Nathanael thusly: considered to be the patron saints of the Armenian Church. “Philip found Nathanael and told him, The most common tradition says that Saint “We have found the one Moses wrote about in Bartholomew died by being skinned alive by a the Law, and about whom the prophets also king who was angry at his success in converting wrote—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” people to Christianity. This is why, when Saint “Nazareth! Can anything good come from Bartholomew is depicted in art, you often see there?” Nathanael asked. him shown holding a flaying knife and his skin. “Come and see,” said Philip. A particularly grisly example of this is a statue When Jesus saw Nathanael approaching, by Marco d’Agrate (1562) https://en.wikipedia. he said of him, “Here truly is an Israelite in org/wiki/Bartholomew_the_Apostle#/media/ whom there is no deceit.” File:San_Bartolomeo_Scorticato.jpg. A more “How do you know me?” Nathanael asked. modern, and equally grisly, version is by Daniel Jesus answered, “I saw you while you were Hirst https://mccabefineart.com/products/ still under the fig tree before Philip called you.” contemporary-classicism. Then Nathanael declared, “Rabbi, you are the Son of God; you are the king of Israel.”
Page 8 THE ANGELUS August 2018 Saint Bartholomew is also known for a medieval fair held in Smithfield, London, from 1133 to 1839. In 1840 it was moved to Islington and ceased after 1855. It was a great occasion and known for its food and entertainment. This fair was particularly known for its gin- gerbread and gingerbread has become associated with Saint Bartholomew. There are many different kinds of ginger- bread. The recipe below is a pleasantly uncompli- cated one, and comes from The Feast Day Cook- book by Katherine Burton and Helmut Ripperger, Children’s Christian available online at http://www.ewtn.com/library/ family/fstday.txt. Education Classes Christian Education for children will resume on September 9, 2018. For more details, contact Amy Wells at amyarmstrongmidwife @gmail.com.
White Gingerbread
1 lb. flour 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ lb. butter Hymn of the Angelus 6 oz. sugar By Edgar Allan Poe 2 eggs 1-1/3 cups milk At morn, at noon, at twilight dim, 1. Sift the flour, ginger, and soda. Maria, thou hast heard my hymn! 2. Cream the butter with the sugar; add the eggs, In joy and woe, in good and ill, then the sifted flour, and finally the milk. Mother of God, be with me still! 3. Let dough rest for a half an hour after mixing When the hours flew brightly by, well. And not a cloud obscured the sky, My soul, lest it should truant be, 4. Bake at 350 degrees F for about thirty-five Thy grace did guide to thine and thee; minutes. Now, when the storms of fate o’ercast Darkly my present and my past, Let my future radiant shine With sweet hopes of thee and thine.
August 2018 THE ANGELUS Page 9 Monthly Duties and Regular Meetings...
Serving at the Altar Hosting After 8:30 Service
Aug. 5 Leticia Guevara-Cuence, Aug. 5 Soojeong Herring liturgical deacon Aug. 12 Chris McGehee Dowman Wilson, subdeacon Aug. 19 Gerri Roberson Leonard O'Brien, thurifer Aug. 26 TBA Mike Miller, crucifer 12: Transfiguration Sunday Coordinator: Eve Rosenzweig Leticia Guevara-Cuence, liturgical deacon Eric Strange, subdeacon Leonard O'Brien, thurifer 15 St. Mary the Virgin Leticia Guevara-Cuence, Hosting After 11:00 Service liturgical deacon Dowman Wilson, subdeacon Aug. 5: William Gatlin and Mary Sommers Leonard O'Brien, thurifer Aug. 12 Kathy and Roger Davis 19: Leticia Guevara-Cuence, Aug. 19 Laura and David Stabler liturgical deacon Aug. 26 William Gatlin and Mary Sommers David Stabler, subdeacon Leonard O'Brien, thurifer Coordinator: Kathy Davis 404-874-4256 26: Leticia Guevara-Cuence, liturgical deacon Eric Strange, subdeacon Leonard O'Brien, thurifer Mike Miller, crucifer Saint Fiacre’s Garden Guild
Coordinator: Dowman Wilson 404-816-4374 The Guild gathers on the second Saturday of each month to work on the grounds and gar- den of the parish. So, please come by between 9:30 am and noon on Saturday, August 11, 2018, and offer your skills for as much time as you can spare. Coordinator: Kathie Spotts 770-216-9985
Saint Anne’s Altar Guild St. Bernadette's Flower Guild Aug. 4 James Carvalho & Dan Grossman Aug. 5 Soojeong Herring Aug. 11 Julie Roberts & Jennifer McGlynn Aug. 12 Amy Wells Aug. 15 TBA Aug. 19 Mary Hallenberg Aug. 18 William Gatlin & Greg Brown Aug. 26 Chris McGehee & Melissa Hamid Aug. 25 Donald Hinamon & Meg Pagán Coordinator: Mary Hallenberg 678-409-2939 Coordinator: Chris McGehee 404-873-3729
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 Joseph of Feria Nicodemus [Jean-Baptiste Arimathea Vianney, 1859] 12:10 pm Mass
5 PENTECOST 6 7 8 9 10 11 XI John Mason Dominic, 1221 Feria Laurence, 258 Clare of 8:30 Said Mass Neale, 1866 Assisi, 253 9:45 Adult Education 11 am High Mass 12:10 pm Mass 12:10 pm Mass 9:30 am Garden Guild
12 TRANSFIG- 13 14 15 16 17 18 URATION Jeremy Taylor John Myrick St. Mary [Stephen of Wm. Porcher SUNDAY 1667 Daniels, 1965 The Virgin Hungary, 1038] DuBose, 1918
8:30 Said Mass 12:10 pm Mass 9:45 Adult Education 7 pm Solemn 12:10 pm Mass 11 am High Mass Mass
19 PENTCOST 20 21 22 23 24 25 XIII Bernard of [Abraham of Feria Feria Bartholomew Louis, King of 8:30 Said Mass Clairvaux, Smolensk, the Apostle France, 1270 9;45 Adult Education 11 am High Mass 1153 1221] 12:10 pm Mass 6 pm Sacred Harp Sing 7 pm Vestry 12:10 pm Mass Formation Open Mtg House 5:30-8:30 pm 26 PENTCOST 27 28 29 30 31 XIV Thomas Augustine of [Beheading of Chas. Chapman Aidan of
8:30 Said Mass Gallaudet & Hippo, 430 John Baptist] Grafton, 1912 Lindesfarne, 9:45 Adult Education 11 am High Mass Henry Syle, 12:10 pm Mass 651 1902,1890 Mass 12:10 pm Mass
Table of Contents Editor Editor Pg 1 Everyday Angels Pg 2 From Father Miller Pg 3 Events and Feast Days Pg 4 Art from the Heart Pg 4 Morning Song, I. Watts Pg 5 Birthdays and Anniversaries
Pg 5 Lectors Pg 5 Readings Pg 6 Treasurers Report, B. Mullaney Oreta Hinamon Campbell, Campbell, Hinamon Oreta Pg 7 Sanctuary Lamps, O. Campbell Pg 7 Minute for Ministry Pg 8 Saint Bartholomew, O. Campbell Pg 9 Children’s Christian Education Pg 9 Hymn of the Angelus, E. A. Poe
Pg 10 Monthly Duties and Regular Meetings Pg 11 Calendar
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