Spirit Newsletters 2010

The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s December 2009 / January 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Christmas Eve Family Service The St. Matthew’s Christmas Pageant and Holy Eucharist 4:30 p.m.

You, your friends, and family are invited to join the St. Matthew’s Choir for Carols & anthems Joyful organ & instruments Candlelight & Prayer Festive Eucharist Christmas Eve, December 24 10:30 p.m.

Christmas Day at 10:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist

1 PARISH NEWS

Join us as we Celebrate the Holidays Festive Christmas Coffee Jackie Brooks invites all women of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church to a Festive Christmas Coffee at her house, 4010 Fox Meadow Way in Prospect, on Thursday, December 3, at 11:00 a.m. This is a lovely way to begin the season with established friends, as well as getting into the holiday spirit with our newer members. Please bring a finger food of your choice. A sign-up sheet and map will be available on the bulletin board, across from the elevator. Carpool if you can. Anyone needing a ride can meet at the church at 10:40 a.m. If you need a babysitter, please contact Ann Davis, 895-3485 or [email protected].

Young Adults Group Christmas Party Come join the Young Adults group for our Christmas Party potluck on Saturday, December 12, starting around 6:00 p.m. at the home of Sarah Emery and Brad Kimbrouch, 848 Parkway Drive, 40217. We will provide the main dish, you bring the desserts! Children are welcome. Please RSVP to Sarah ([email protected]) or Brad ([email protected]) by December 6 if you are planning on coming. New Year’s Eve Service December 31 falls on a Thursday this year, and we mark the occasion with a New Year’s Eve liturgy at 5:00 p.m. that is both meaningful and joyful. We will celebrate the Eucharist with particular prayers for the ending of the old year and the beginning of the new. A reception with champagne to toast the New Year will follow. If you plan to spend a quiet New Year’s at home, this is a good way to celebrate with friends and fellow parishioners

first; if you are going out to a party, this is also a perfect way to begin your evening. ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Another Outstanding MARK YOUR Parish Thanksgiving Dinner! CALENDARS! Thank you to head chef Bob Huffman and everyone else who helped with this year’s Thanksgiving Dinner in Saints • The Parish Annual Meeting is Sunday, January 24, Hall. This was our second year, and twice as many people following the 10:00 a.m. service. attended! Saints Hall looked wonderful. The dinner was exceptional. We could not offer this holiday meal to the • A Parish Luncheon follows the Annual Meeting congregation without the ministry of hospitality of in Saints Hall. parishioners, some who could not even attend the event. Thank you! 2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Beloved in Christ, December 21 (see page 4) and hear her preach on December 20. It’s Advent. What a wonderful season. PRAY, PLAN FOR AND GET INVOLVED with the Dare to Care Food Pantry that we will be It will be Christmas, but first it’s starting in the new year. Talk to vestry Advent. It’s a time of preparation, member Brian Good if you are interested in anticipation, and yearning. Live finding out more or volunteering. into it fully; don’t hurry through too fast. Don’t let the season just be one of preparing for parties or And then, and then…. travel or gifts; prepare for Christ. Come to Bethlehem and see Him whose birth the angels sing: O God, who has put a restlessness in our hearts and a Come, adore on bended knee Christ, the Lord, thirst for you in our very nature, turn us now in the the newborn King. (Hymn #96) right direction. Give us the grace to realize that there are no easy answers to our questions and no shortcuts Gloria in excelsis Deo! to our goal. As we move toward Christmas, help us Yours in Christ, to search our own hearts and look at the life of the + church… (Theodore Parker Ferris) Lucinda For the searching of the heart, consider: COMPLINE – every Sunday night at 8:00 p.m. in Advent GOING DEEPER – explore Advent quiet and Christmas traditions on Thursday mornings from 10:00 – 11:30 (12/3, 12/10, 12/17) And for looking at the life of the church: What’s Happening? WELCOME to our new staff members, The Rev. Emily Schwartz, and The Rev. Dr. Parish News ...... 2, 4 Jerry Cappel (see their letters on page 5). Jerry preached his first sermon here at A Few Words From Our New St. Matthew’s on November 29, and Emily Assistant Rector and Associate will preach on December 13. for Justice Ministries ...... 5 WELCOME to our guest preacher, The Very Rev. Dr. Robert Giannini, on December 6. Music Notes ...... 6 Dr. Giannini is the former Dean of Christ Children’s Program News ...... 7 Church Cathedral, Indianapolis; the former Dean of the School of Theology at the Youth Page ...... 8 University of the South; and has taught (and continues to teach) ethics and theology. The Library News ...... 9 Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis has named him Canon Theologian and he publishes a Greetings From regular blog on its website. I know him from Ann & Elliott Glenesk...... 9 the Board of Trustees of The General Volunteer Opportunities ...... 10, 11 Theological Seminary (on which he served as Chair), and need to add this: he is a wonderful, Prayer List ...... 12 brilliant and funny man. CELEBRATE the ordination to the priesthood of Parish Families...... 13 Mary Ann Mertz at the Cathedral on 3 PARISH NEWS

Horizon Readers Advent Tree to explore Eckhard Tolle Our Advent tree was placed in the Narthex on November 29, the first In a slight shift away from our book club format, Sunday in Advent. We will sponsor members will be encouraged to read “A New Earth”, children from The Healing Place, but it will also be possible to participate without doing CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), and from the reading. Joan Kincade will be leading our meetings our refugee family. Each child’s wish list will be starting January 5. Joan has been studying and guiding divided into individual items which are written on paper others through their study of Tolle for several years. ornaments on the tree. Please take one or more, and Through lecture, visualization, and other exercises we bring the wrapped gift, with the label attached, to the will explore our evolving spiritual potential. church by December 20. Please call Becky Donovan Tolle proclaims the emergence of a global consiousness (419-8529) with any questions. or awakening to living in the present, with peace, joy and love. These ideas, called “a new consciousness”, actually date back to the Axial Age of Jesus, Buddha, By the Grace of God the Christian and Jewish mystics and many nameless persons who all pointed to the human being awakening The Right Reverend Edwin Funsten Gulick, Jr. his or her potential to live in a more spiritually evolved Bishop of Kentucky state. will ordain All interested in joining us for this adventure are Mary Ann Mertz welcome. We meet Tuesday evenings, from 7:30 until 9:00 p.m. in The Meeting Place, formerly called the to the Sacred Order of Priesthood Parents-In-Conversation Room on the lower level in Christ’s One Holy Catholic and Apostolic across from the elevator. If you would like to order a Church book, please send me an email: [email protected]. We will need these orders by December 15. Monday, December 21, 2009 at seven o’clock in the evening — Marilyn Swain at Christ Church Cathedral 421 South Second Street, Louisville, Kentucky Your prayers and presence are requested Transportation for Worship Reception following Clergy: Red stoles A subsidiary group of the Ministry with the Homebound Committee (formerly the Calling Committee) is seeking 10 to 12 individuals who would volunteer one Sunday every 2-3 months to bring to church St. Matthew’s The Ladies’ members who no longer drive. Lunch Bunch These are members who shared in building the foundation of our parish. Sunday worship and the We will dine at Corner Cafe, 9307 New LaGrange Road, Eucharist have a vital place in their hearts. They joyfully Thursday, December 17, 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP with Betty anticipate any opportunity they may have to worship in Triplett, 384-0244 – reservations are needed in advance – their church home. and let her know if you want to carpool. All are welcome! We are greatly indebted to those members of the parish who currently provide Sunday transportation for a few homebound members almost every week. Ample The Men’s volunteers for this caring ministry will significantly reduce the frequency of driving needs. Breakfast Group If you would be willing to participate in the worship We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, transportation ministry please sign up on the bulletin at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across from Norton board or contact Joe Paul Pruett (939-6185) or Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not Candis Crocker (426-6987). just retired or senior folks. 4 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

Our New Assistant Rector, The Rev. Emily Schwartz Dear Friends, Lucinda asked me the question of what I hope to do while at St. Matthew’s. I believe hope is the key While I am familiar with many word. I am hopeful for change and new possibilities faces at St. Matthew’s, there that emerge. Hope in new beginnings: a new church are many new faces I am year as we enter Advent; a new season as we looking forward to seeing, and embark upon winter; and above all, in the incarnate names (new and old) and word of God breaking into our midst. I look forward I’m slightly anxious about to building relationships at St. Matthew’s, while remembering. In some ways, coming to St. Matthew’s learning and contributing to the mission and ministry feels like coming home. In other ways, it feels here. I have hope for building connections and completely new. Please do tell me your name again working with people of all ages. I also have a deep and a fun fact. I’ll try and do the same in three love for pastoral care and working with individuals sentences or less. I was ordained to the deaconate at and families in transition. It is both a joy and St. Matthew’s in September, 2008 and have served as challenge to find ways of connecting the Good news the curate at Calvary Episcopal Church for the past of God’s incarnate love with our daily lives. year and a half. I am from Tallahassee, Florida, but for the past 6 years have called Louisville home. I Please share your hopes with me. love to travel, run, eat Thai food and ask lots of questions. Hopefully not all at the same time! I am + engaged to be married to a wonderful and patient man – Emily named Zach in May.

Our New Associate for Justice Ministries, The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel I welcome this opportunity to introduce myself to you I come to St. Matthew’s with the role of Associate for – my new church family and fellow servants in Christ Justice Ministries. I love the title, for it expresses my at St. Matthew’s. I am very excited about this new passion for a key area in which the church needs to ministry for us together. shine (as always, but urgently in this day). For me, justice is a matter of restoring right relations in all the I come to you as the former rector of Resurrection ways they can be restored: within our own Episcopal Church in Louisville. Resurrection is a community, with those close around us, with those parish made up of Sudanese and Burmese refugees, more distant (but still our neighbors), and with all along with some old faithful and newer members. My living things that share this planet with us. And as journey to ordination in the Episcopal Church and to importantly, as a starting place, justice includes being Resurrection is a long and winding story, which I am rightly related to our own hearts, minds and bodies. sure I will share with many of you in our life together We will only love our neighbors as ourselves. Thus, at St. Matthew’s. For now, I was raised in South justice work is spiritual work. Dakota, a lover of the outdoors, and a Ph.D. graduate of Southern Seminary who was ordained to the I look forward to living my life among you. I look Episcopal priesthood in 2005. I am married to Dr. forward to working closely with many of you. I look Jean Hawxhurst, the pastor of Fourth Avenue United forward to the surprises God has for us. May God Methodist Church. I have two children, Jordan and bless this work. Ashley, who are in their 20s, college graduates, and (mostly) out on their own. – The Rev. Jerry Cappel+ 5 MUSIC NOTES

Barbara Ellis, Choir Director / Organist

ComplineCompline

Quiet, peace, prayers, and music in the midst of a chaotic world 8:00 p.m.

Advent I, November 29 Christian Rodahaffer, guitar

Advent II, December 6 Jane Halliday, violin

Advent III, December 13 Barbara Ellis, piano

Advent IV, December 20 Linda Wardell, dulcimer

January 3 Michael Lambert, violin

We are pleased to welcome some new faces to the Music Department

It’s great to have Mitch Shirrell and Michelle Yeager in the choir and Sarah Emery and Kathy Bowling ringing handbells! Add music to your New Year’s Resolutions for 2010 and come share in the joyful noise of our music ministry.

6 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

“Service is the pathway to real significance. It is through ministry that we discover the meaning to our lives.” ~ anonymous Talk with me about where your gifts of ministry may become treasure in the Children’s Program. Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

In a plugged in world are we able to unplug enough to welcome the Christ Child? Happy New Year! The Christian calendar new year begins on Advent I, which is November 29 this year. The season of Advent is a time of preparation and meditation as we await the celebration of the birth of the Christ Child. In the secular world the joy that is Christmas is based on this wondrous event; however the frantic pace of the holidays seems just that…frantic. How do we live out our lives in both the church and secular worlds? When we are making our lists and checking them twice, is church and church school attendance a priority? Does it even make it in the top ten? The top fifty? In this Advent season, I hope that you will find time to prepare for the Joy that is Christ as you prepare for your Christmas. With love, Debbi

This month our second and third graders studied prayer with their church school teachers, Tyler Goldberg and Angela Koshewa. Then they wrote their own beautiful prayers. You will find them displayed in our children’s area. Reading their holy thoughts was a sacred experience. I was struck by their love of family, their appreciation of all that they have – food, water, friends, homes, church, clothes, nature - by their asking God to help those who are ill, those who are hungry, and those who do not have a home, and for peace. They may come for the candy, but they carry with them so much more.

Wednesday, December 2, the Children’s Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. in Saints Hall.

Thursday, December 3 is the Annual Christmas Coffee. This year it will be in the home of Jackie Brooks. Childcare will be available at church. Please let Debbi know if you will be attending and would like childcare. [email protected] or 895-3485 ext. 105.

Women In Conversation after dark! (WICad) will meet Wednesday, December 16 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. They will discuss the book, “Same Kind of Different As Me”. Bring a snack to share. Beverages are provided. This group meets on the third Wednesday of each month. Please join us!

The 4th and 5th Graders’ Lock-In will begin Friday, January 8 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your sleeping bag and pillow. Be prepared to have fourteen and one-half hours of fun!!! Well a little sleep finds its way into the evening. Mark your calendars now. More information will be mailed closer to the date.

Our next opportunity for Holy Baptism will be Sunday, January 10 during our 10 a.m. Eucharist. Please talk with Debbi if you are interested in baptism for your child or yourself.

7 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant

JOIN BRANDON FOR DONUTS - 9:15 each Sunday in the Youth area. December 2009 / January 2010 Sundays in December Other Pageant Info This year, we will have the majority of our pageant Dress Rehearsal practices on Sunday evenings. For those who are unable to participate in the 2009 pageant, Tuesday, December 22 we would love to have you join us on Sunday 3:00-5:00 p.m. evenings. You can come, have dinner, help with the Arrive promptly, please! pageant or play games and watch movies in the youth area. 2009 Pageant Thursday, December 24 The Sunday Cast arrival - 3:15 p.m. Christmas Pageant Service - 4:30 p.m. Schedule to approximately 5:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. arrival and dinner 5:45 p.m. warm ups 6:00-7:30 p.m. practice in the Sanctuary Merry Christmas! 7:30 p.m. depart

Sundays, December 6, 13 & 20: 5:15-7:30 p.m. Pageant practice and youth area open for January games and movies. Sunday, January 3 Sunday, December 27: No Youth Group 2010 is here! 5:30-7:30 We will hang out, catch up, eat pizza! (games and movies too!) Service Opportunity Thursday, December 3 Sunday, January 10 Babysit at the Cathedral for Cornerstone kids Service Project 6:30-7:30 (6-8 with travel time). 5:30-7:30 Let Lynn know if you will attend, by December 1. More service hours!

This information and more is on the church web site at: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

8 I wanted to take a moment to thank Lee Fletcher and Kathy Bowling and all the many volunteers who run St. Matthew’s wonderful library. I have benefited from this space in many ways. I can always count on finding a great book to read. In fact, if you have not read Same Kind of Different As Me, do yourself a huge favor and check out this fabulous book. It is a factual account written by two unlikely friends; a wealthy art dealer and a homeless man. These guys develop a friendship that is so inspiring, so heartfelt and uplifting, that it leaves this reader wanting to do more in her life to reach out to others. In addition to great reading material, I casually mentioned a movie that I had seen with my youth group many years ago entitled, Brother Sun Sister Moon, and told Lee how much I had enjoyed this account of the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. Next thing I knew, Lee had ordered it for the library and I was able to check it out. The film is fantastic and I highly recommend it to others. Finally, a special thanks to Joe Paul Pruett, who opens the library every Wednesday morning so that the Community Preschool of St. Matthew’s can enjoy a weekly visit. Our teachers have been able to read to the children, show short theme- related videos via the public PC to the children, and the library has graciously allowed the children to check out books for their classrooms. This is a great library and I cannot give nearly enough praise to those who make it run so smoothly. With thanks and appreciation, – Lauren Becker GREETINGS FROM . . .

Ann & Elliott Glenesk, St. James, Bishopbriggs (our Companion Parish in Scotland)

The welcome and hospitality we received from all the people we met in Louisville remains a key memory of our visit. Thank you all. The itinerary arranged for us by Bob and Sharon was marvellous. Churchill Downs, the Kentucky show, Glass blowing, Abraham Lincoln monument, the Ohio River, the countryside with the horses, glorious colours - the Burning bushes, Bourbon and driving around the different areas of Louisville gave us a good feel of what makes Louisville special. The highlight of our visit was visiting St. Matthew’s the companion church of our own St. James the Less and the other churches to which Bishop David, Sharon and Bob, took us. St. Matthew’s ‘umbrella’ roof is not too dissimilar to that of St. James although ours is on a smaller scale. The resources of St. Matthew’s, human and bricks and mortar left us with a huge wish list. Ultimately, however, what makes the church is the people. Everyone was welcoming and showed an interest in the link with St. James. We were impressed by the amount of energy used to ensure faith is not static, but dynamic by putting some of your prayers into action. We were impressed by all the social work done on a regular basis as well as annual events such as the Walk for Hunger and the sessions after worship on a Sunday and on weekdays. We were inspired by the outreach work of St. Matthew’s especially the orphanage in Kenya, the Home for the Innocents, the retirement community at Dudley Square, the work with the refugees and the house building for the homeless. The commitment of Bishop David who following his 5.30 a.m. rise to write his sermon for St. Lukes special service managed to fit in the Walk for Hunger before co- celebrating the 5 p.m. service at St. Matthew’s with Lucinda provided a great example of walking the talk! We were inspired by the welcome extended at the start of each service, the reverence and holiness of the place and people, the 5 p.m. service with its inclusive manner of sharing communion. We regret not going to the early service on the Sunday as all services are proper church and ensuring everyone is in the loop is vital. You are all very privileged to be able to receive communion on the round as you are all God’s special guests irrespective of what role if any you fulfil. St. James has lovely stained glass windows; however, we appreciated the clear glass windows of St. Matthew’s allowing God’s light to shine outwards while from within the variety of colours of God’s creation can be enjoyed. St. Matthew’s is truly a special place at which to encounter God. It is to be hoped that the companionship link helps us all come closer to God. Despite the physical distance which separates us we have much in common and with IT links distance need not be a barrier to fellowship, prayer or mission. Also we look forward to showing some of you round our patch! Thanks, best wishes; you are all in our prayers. 9 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Jody Fletcher, chair Cornerstone St. Matthew’s reaches out to share Thursday, December 3 and January 7 Thanksgiving! 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Your wonderful support with donations of money and food for the To cook or send food, sign up on Thanksgiving Ingathering allowed St. Matthew’s to provide 115 complete the bulletin board by the meals to needy families at St. George’s Episcopal Church, Calvary Episcopal Grand Staircase, or call Church, and St. MAM (St. Matthew’s Area Ministries). A total of $3,905 in Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. cash was given along with 5 complete meals and over 100 assorted food items. This is all in addition to the Bishop’s table that was filled with food on To volunteer to baby sit, call November 15 at Sara Miles’ Dimension of Faith talk, and donated to the St. Diane Clark, 245-5633. MAM food pantry. Sitters meet for conversation and a light dinner at Whole Foods at Thank you St. Matthew’s!!! Because of you, it will be a Happy Thanksgiving 5:15 p.m. then carpool to the for many families this year. Cathedral at 6:00 p.m. Baby sitters are needed. Please join us this month. The Bishop’s Table was full! Sara Miles, our first speaker for this year’s Dimensions in Faith series, Habitat for Humanity touched the hearts of people in the large crowd who came to hear her speak Saturday, December 5 in Saints Hall, Sunday evening November 15. She shared her journey into faith and January 9 which started with communion at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church in San 8:30 a.m. to Noon for a half day or Francisco’s Mission District. Her experience of being welcomed at God’s 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. table for communion transformed her understanding of community and the miracle of being fed with the body and blood of Jesus Christ. Bring work gloves and a hammer. Lunch is provided. Participants were asked to bring a bag of food as a donation for the St. (carpool from church, 8:35 a.m.) Matthews Area Ministries Food Pantry. Before Ms. Miles began to speak, the Bishop’s table was overflowing with bags of food! Thank you to everyone Calvary / St. George’s who brought food and shared this special evening. Food Collection Sunday Is there any interest . . . Sunday, December 6 in St. Matthew’s having a car seat available (on loan) for use in short-term and January 3 situations, such as: Bring nonperishable items to the ! you have grandchildren visiting Narthex coat closet. Our once ! out-of-town guests with children are coming, but without their own car a month food donations were ! you are suddenly asked to care for a child or children in an emergency down in November. Children should NEVER ride in a car without a car seat, but what do you do in Please help us build up our a pinch? Car seats are expensive, and it’s hard to know how to use them December collection. properly without direction. Both food pantries depend on our donations. Our own Nan Lang has been in the Child Passenger Safety (CPS) field for over 20 years, and is a Nationally Certified CPS Technician. Her idea is for Serve lunch at St. Matthew’s to purchase a new car seat (or perhaps all 3 basic types, for children of different ages), to keep here at the church for these situations. Wayside Christian Parishioners could borrow a car seat on a TEMPORARY basis, returning it in Mission the same condition in which it was loaned. Nan would keep and monitor the car Sunday, December 13 seat(s), and provide the education necessary for the seat to be used correctly. (Statistics show that 9 out of 10 car seats are being used incorrectly.) and January 10 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. This is a wonderful and generous offer of time and expertise in an essential area of our children’s safety. If you have an interest in the implementation of For more information, please call this program, please sign up on the bulletin board or e-mail Nan at Sarah Weston, 426-6678. [email protected].

10 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Habitat For Humanity – A House Becomes A Home James & Shannon Duke’s Home

At 3:27 p.m. on November 14, 2009, James and Shannon Duke became proud owners of our co-sponsored Habitat For Humanity House. Your contributions of time and funds made this special Outreach Project possible. Thank you so much for your contributions.

The following note from Chuck Sgro (Volunteer House Team Leader) expressed the celebratory mood that was exhibited at the Dedication Ceremony at their new home:

“It is ‘Celebration time, come on!’ ” Yes, indeed Chuck’s Team’s 79th house is fantastic! I went over every room of the house and could not find anything we overlooked ...a perfect house!

We did it again, my dear Team members and friends. We matched a site, a Partner Family, a caring community of Churches (both of our great Sponsors, St Matthew’s Episcopal and Holy Trinity Catholic, and the Portland Promise Center) and James’s good friends from Mercer, and our incredible Team, and created a miracle on Lytle Street in just seven weeks! I am so proud of you.

Last night was the best night’s sleep for me for several weeks. Just knowing that little two year old Elijah, four year old Matthew, five year old James, Jr., and Shannon (with their new baby in her womb) and James were spending the first night of the rest of their lives, in THEIR new home. God Bless You and thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you did to make this possible! What a blessing.”

— Chuck Sgro

Every Member Canvass Update AS OF 11/25/09: 261 pledges received for a total amount of:

$710,714.00. Thank you! Beloved in Christ, If you have not yet made a pledge for 2010, please in this season of Advent, pick up a pledge card in the Narthex or call the parish let it be our care and delight to office (895-3485). prepare ourselves to hear again the message of the Angels, and in heart and mind Christmas on the River to go even unto Bethlehem, Thanks to all who donated candy and scarves for the to see the Babe lying in the manger. River Mariners’ Christmas boxes. We have sent 114 knitted scarves and 47.5 pounds of candy! A Bidding Prayer for Advent Also, a total of 614 books, DVDs and Videos have been delivered to the tug-boats throughout the year. 11 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of December 6 Week of December 13 Week of December 20 Savells: Connie, Hannah Scholtz: Scott, Andrea, Wills, James Siegfriedt: Fred, Joan Schaaf: Ernestine Scrivener: Art Sikkenga: Jack, Valerie Scheirich: Joe, Sarah Seay: Carrie, Maris Woldin Simpson: Bill, Diane Scheirich: Joe, Naomi Shaffer Hand: Laura Skinner: Bruce Skinner: Jeff, Sarah Gorham, Schiele: Betty Shaw: Penny, Lee Deters Laura Skinner, Bonnie Skinner Schmidt: David, Jane Hardy, Skawkat: Lousie Jonathan, Nate Smith: Cindy Shepler: Joan Schmitt: Michael, Monique, Bryce, Zachary Smith: Clay, Jay Crocker Scholl: Jan Shirley: Pat Smith: James, Stephanie, Jimmy, Jake Scholtz: David Shirrell: Mitch, Melissa Barrett Smith: Stephanie Scholtz: Jan Shumaker: Jennifer, Nathan, Brantley Smith: Thomas, Ann

Week of December 27 Week of January 3 Week of January 10 Snell: Dottie Stodghill: Bill, Julie Sutton: Cathy, Tom Kolb Snider: Judy, Richard Stodghill: Speed, Alexandra, Breck, Kate Swain: Marilyn, Robin,Philip Spanyer: Carol, Gary Stokes: Barry, Eileen Walsh, Swan: Nicole, Joel Latto, Savanna Latto, Sparks: David, Brooke, Kimberly, Nathan Lindsay Stokes, Taylor Stokes Luke Latto Stone: Aidan, Bobbie Spencer: Bonnie Taylor: Lizz Strause: James Stephens: Rebecca, Nicholas Tri, Lydia Tri Taylor: Greg, Devonya, Adalyn Strause: Randy, Rene, Randy, Austin, Stevenson: David, Amy, Wesley, Elliot Taylor: Bob Cameron Stewart: Jay, Anne Streeter: Rhody Terry: Frances Stites: Mary Stremel: Beth, Richard, Nick, Raegan Thielen: Teddie Stockwell: Todd, Lottie, Cooper Suhrheinrich: Jerry, Joy Thomas: John, Phyllis Suroweic: Paul, Cathy, Austin, Jack Thomas: Sally, Pat DaRif

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Casey Carmichael, Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Stuart Huffman, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, and The. Rev. Steve Pike.

Weekday Services Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer, Chapel Tuesday: 7:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Chapel Monday-Saturday: 5:30 p.m., Evening Prayer, Chapel

12 PARISH FAMILY

Transfers In John Ledford and Linda Meyer along with their daughter, Hope from Highland Baptist, Louisville, KY

Birth We extend congratulations to

Mike and Kathy Wright on the birth of their grandson

Baptisms, November 1 Catherine Grace Christensen, daughter of John and Kristina Christensen

William Patrick Mulloy, IV, son of William and Miranda Mulloy

Cooper Russell Stockwell, son of Todd and Lottie Stockwell

Ivy Catherine Vowels, daughter of Aaron Vowels and Carrie Bonhert

Deaths Paul Pauline, November 11

We are sorry to hear about the death of Charlie Peterson’s mother Reneé Thompson’s grandfather Joy Shurheinrich’s father

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

13 St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Non-Profit Org. 330 N. Hubbards Lane U.S. Postage Louisville, Kentucky 40207 PAID (502) 895-3485 • (502) 895-3486 FAX Permit No. 7 www.stmatt-ky.org Masonic Home, Kentucky

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Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily Schwartz, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Office Hours: Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Friday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator Saturday: Ruth Kempf, Accountant 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Matt Averbeck, Sexton

Voice Mail Extensions & E-mail Addresses for the Clergy & Staff Phone Extension e-mail address The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird ...... x102 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Emily Schwartz ...... x103 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones ...... x104 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel ...... x127 ...... [email protected] Deborah Rodahaffer ...... x105 ...... [email protected] Barbara Ellis ...... x106 ...... [email protected] Lynn Miller ...... x108 ...... [email protected] Brandon Brones ...... Cell: 419-6333 ...... [email protected] Ann Davis ...... x109 ...... [email protected] Mardi Galvin ...... x110 ...... [email protected] Ruth Kempf ...... x112 ...... [email protected] Karen Hill ...... x113 ...... [email protected] The Rt. Rev. David Reed ...... Cell: 235-8289 ...... [email protected] Lauren Becker, Preschool Director ...... Cell: 403-3411 ...... [email protected]

Parish Officers & Vestry Greg Petrites, Senior Warden Chris Bartholomew Marty Lawfer Clay Smith Sue Bridge, Junior Warden Bill Cheatham Matrid Ndife Bill Stodghill Lynn Reese, Secretary Becky Donovan Sharon Nesmith Rhody Streeter David Brooks, Treasurer Brian Good Susan Prater Becca Lambert, Youth Representative 14 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s January / February 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. St. Matthew’s Annual Meeting & Parish Luncheon Sunday, January 24

9:30 a.m...... Holy Eucharist This will be the ONLY service this Sunday...... We want EVERYONE there (yes, we CAN fit!)

10:45 a.m...... Annual Meeting We meet in the Church, immediately following ...... the service. (Children go to Church School; ...... child care available)

This is the time when we look back at 2009, and ahead to 2010. This is OUR parish, OUR mission and ministry, OUR plans and dreams, OUR finances, OUR hopes - so we need everyone to be there together. Five new Vestry members will be elected (read about the nominees, beginning on page 9), and a youth representative confirmed.*

11:45 p.m...... Parish Luncheon Everyone is invited to Saints Hall! ...... Our very own “Cooks and Bottlewashers” will be providing lunch.

Please sign up on the main bulletin board if you plan to attend the luncheon, or call the parish office no later than Thursday, January 21. We need to know how many are coming!

* If you will be out of town, or unable to attend for good cause, please call the parish office for an absentee ballot.

1 PARISH NEWS THANK YOU!

Dear St. Matthew’s Family, Thank you to all of you who contributed so generously to the gift for each of us this Christmas. Your thoughtful- ness, continued support and generosity, especially through this past year, is greatly appreciated by all of us. Thank you! – Lucinda, Emily, Helen, Jerry, David, Moray, Barbara, Debbi, Ann, Karen, Lynn, Ruth, Matt, Brandon and Mardi

Special thanks to: • Jody Fletcher, Mary Johnson, Betty Brook McCord, Joan Shepler, Jane O’Roark, Sharon Nesmith, Sarah Weston and Ann Davis, who contributed food and helped serve at the reception for Mary Ann Mertz’s ordination on Monday, December 21. • everyone who helped deliver the poinsettias to the homebound, the ill and others we want to remember. • all our parishioners who worked so hard to make this Christmas so beautiful and joyful! Thank you to eveyone who helped to make this year’s Christmas Pageant such a success, to the choir for joyful music throughout the season, and to all the volunteers who helped with decorating our church. • all who participated with the Advent Tree. We supplied gifts to children from the Healing Place, CASA program and our own refugee family. Volunteers from all three programs were very grateful for everyone’s generosity. • everyone who provided food for the New Year’s Eve reception.

Christmas Offering 2010: Our Christmas Offering, given in thanksgiving for the Christmas gift of God-with-us, the incarenate Christ, totaled $7,039! Because of this wonderful gift you have given, we will be opening a food pantry for Dare to Care, distributing food on a monthly basis, and will create a garden to help supplement the food we give out with fresh produce. We also continue to support the food pantries at St. George’s and Calvary.

An Invitation We have received our yearly invitation from the Women of Reform Judaism/Sisterhood of The Temple to attend their Annual Interfaith Coffee on Monday, February 1, beginning with coffee at 9:30 a.m. and a program at 10:00. This is always a festive and interesting event. The program this year is titled Israel: Land and People. Rabbis Joe Rooks Rapport, Gaylia R. Rooks, and David Ariel-Joel will lead the program. Please sign up on the bulletin board, or call the parish office no later than Wednesday, January 27; if you would like to carpool from the church at 9:20, please let us know.

2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, COME TO THE ANNUAL MEETING! COME TO THE PARISH LUNCH! JANUARY 24TH!

That’s really all I have to say this month. The meeting is short and sweet, but really important. The Lunch is a wonderful time to be together (not to mention delicious, thanks to our Cooks and Bottlewashers). Here’s what goes on:

9:30 a.m. ONLY SERVICE OF THE DAY 10:45 a.m. Annual Meeting - hear reports about the past year - focus on the year to come - elect new vestry members - remember who we are, and who we are called to be 11:45 a.m. Annual Lunch – wonderful for all ages – good food and good friends We will also say goodbye to the retiring vestry members and announce THE UNSUNG HERO OF THE YEAR! IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY SIGNED UP FOR THE PARISH LUNCH, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE IMMEDIATELY (895-3485) AND LET US KNOW YOU ARE COMING. Lucinda +

Don’t forget to stop by the table of information in Saints Hall: What’s Happening? Parish News ...... 2, 4, 5 • Directories and Opportunity for Ministry booklets will be available. Living the Spirit ...... 6 • Update your Contact Information A Few Words From ...... 7 and fill out an Emergency Contact Vestry Nominees ...... 8-11 Information form if you would like Children’s Program News ...... 12 the church to be able to contact you at those times. Music Notes ...... 12 • Sign up to volunteer to help the Youth Page ...... 13 parish in any emergency. Volunteer Opportunities ...... 14 & 15 • Sign up to receive the newsletter and Library News ...... 15 parish news updates electronically. Prayer List ...... 16 • Ask questions about all the great Parish Families...... 17 ministries in our parish.

3 PARISH NEWS

Letter from Daniel Ochieng in Rongo, Kenya Daniel Ochieng is the director of the orphanage in Rongo, Kenya, where St. Matthew’s supports over 60 children (most orphaned by AIDS). Please remember as you read this that English is not his first language!

We are all doing fine in the Lord. We did receive the funds it came to $362,095,45 Kenya shillings. We are ok, the drought is severe in most parts of Kenya, but our area here, Western part of Kenya, is not hardly hit, like other parts of the Country, although, the cost of food is up. The School calendar is as follows: a) January to March school time, school opens in January and closes first week of April, for April Holiday (we call this first term); b) May to July school time, school opens in May and ends first week of August for August Holiday (we call this second term.); and c) September to November, school time, and closes first week of December for December Holiday, (we call this third term). The fees are paid in January, May and September, the balance are paid in between, but the requirement is that all fees be cleared before the end of the year. In most school they have Holiday Tuition, in April and August and this is paid for differently. The National Exam for Grade 8 and 12 are done in October and November. Tailoring and Carpentry does their Exam in December, like this time they will start on 30 November 2009. End year Exam for different grades is done in November, and in January people move to different classes depending on how they pass the end year Exam, those who fail are forced to rewind or repeat the same class. We share the same goal and thought with you, we need the children to have food, clean water, good health care, and good education. They need to live in a clean environment to achieve this, we have endeavored to do this through putting up buildings like dorm, and we really thank God for your support. We need books, generator, and a class for young orphans who find it hard walking to the public school which is 2 kms away. We are planning to have a class for them and a teacher beginning next year. We can wait for other buildings like Dining Room, but we need a kitchen urgently, we can put up a small one and simple at about $3,000 dollars. This will help us a lot, as at now it is hard cooking when it is raining. We need to improve on our water source. We have water tanks and one bore hole which is not good. We need more tank and one bore hole. We are trusting God for great things, He is able, we are living in hard times, the rate of Crime is up, and Divorce as the cost of living is up. Many families can hardly afford a meal a day, some children go to school without breakfast and they don’t come home for lunch. In some areas lunch is being provided in schools by some Churches and groups to help the starving children. Thanks for your love and Prayers. Yours in Christ, Kenya Kids at Rongo Board

• In Greg Morrison’s latest book Stones into Schools he writes, “young women are the single bigget potential agents of change in the developing world-a phenomenon that is sometimes referred to as the Girl Effect.... the ripple effects of female literacy can be profound.” As you know, he writes about Afganistan and Pakistan. However the truth of his statement is transferable to any part of the world. St. Matthew’s support of our Kenya Kids at Rongo is one instrument for positive change in a country beset by multiple problems. St Matthew’s is investing in our Kids now, so they can have a later. 4 PARISH NEWS

American Hearts4Kenya’s Red Cross Summer Trip It is time for Hearts4Kenya to begin its annual plans for Blood Drive our trip to Oyugis, Kenya, June 12-27. During this trip we will spend time with the St. Matthew’s Rongo Kids. Please Friday, February 5 consider making this journey with us. It is life changing. Please help support the American Red Cross Blood Drive Our first meeting is January 24, 4 p.m. here at St. here at St. Matthew’s in Saints Hall, 2-7 p.m. Let us Matthew’s. We will talk about costs and what our plans demonstrate that we care about our community by giving are for this trip. the gift of life! Our goal this year is 50 units of blood. If you have any questions, please email or call John If you are unable to donate, you can still participate by Willingham ([email protected], 459-4582 or volunteering to work a shift during the drive. Volunteers are 558-8603). needed to greet/register donors, work in the canteen, carry blood to the Red Cross workers and escort donors to the canteen after they give blood. Sign up sheets are located in the Narthex. Thank you in The Community advance for your support of this important - and truly lifesaving - ministry. Questions/concerns? Please call Ellen Preschool of Robertson at 893-6496. St. Matthew’s Episcopal Art Classes Give your children the gift of creativity this year! Artist, Lauren Becker, will teach children arts and crafts classes Thanks for another weekly. Children will explore different types of media, successful Trivia Night creating a piece to take home each week. Preschool Classes are Mondays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., and With a donation from our winning team, we made a profit of School-age Classes (K-3rd grade) are Wednesdays, 4:30- $626.28 for the building fund. We are also sending a tithe 5:30 p.m. The cost is $50/month. All classes meet here at of the ticket sales to the Family Scholar House (http:// St. Matthew’s on the lower level. Please reserve your space familyscholarhouse.org/index.html), an organization that by calling 394-9566 or email to [email protected]. aims to end the cycle of poverty by giving single-parent students the support they need to achieve a four-year college degree. — Becky Donovan Recycling at St. Matthew’s Recycling is a perfect example of how Building the Spirit statements are being sent out little things can create a big result. Do you recycle? Do you during January. If you made a payment during want St. Matthew’s to recycle? If yes, can you help? 2009 and did not receive a statement, please The Green Team is looking for volunteers to collect the contact Lee Fletcher, Campaign Coordinator, recycling once a week, on a rotational basis. We’d like to 896-1224 or [email protected]. collect a list of individuals and then assign each person a week on a rotational basis, like what the lectors/greeters, and altar and flower guild people do. When it is your assigned week you can either take the recycling home to add to your own recycling collection, or you can deliver Advent Tree the recycling to a collection center such as the one on We put more items up on the advent tree than ever and Hubbards Lane (closed Sunday and Monday). they disappeared faster than ever. Thank you for your If you’re interested, please contact either Louise Shawkat support of the CASA children, Healing Place children, and ([email protected]) or Rhody Streeter the Karen refugee family. ([email protected]). 5 LIVING THE SPIRIT

Robin Garr, for the Living the Spirit Committee Co-chairs: Gaylee Gillim, Rick Lotz and Bill Cheatman

Our coming Capital Fund Drive and why it matters ...

St. Matthew’s has just completed a very successful Every Member Canvass, and we’re all delighted about that. Now, let us remind you why we are soon going to be coming around and asking you for contributions again. We’re all so much at home in our impressively expanded and renovated facilities now, that it’s hard to believe the Building the Spirit drive that made it all possible occurred only five years ago. We called that campaign “Building the Spirit” because our growth was about so much more than only bricks and mortar. It would change our church by fostering new ministries and making room for activities that would build our community and make it strong. But behind the fulfillment of this dream lies a story. When the drive began in 2005, we expected a construction bid in the $3.8 million range. With $1 million already in reserve, we set a $2.8 million challenge goal. Then came Hurricane Katrina. All the costs of materials skyrocketed. Costs went up 40 percent. The vestry made the decision not to scale back the basic concept but to stretch, if necessary, to make it happen. We tightened up where we could, went for low-interest loans, but ultimately it didn’t make sense not to do the project in full. It was the right decision. The project transformed the church, physically and spiritually as a community, and everyone has been delighted with the results. But the hard facts remain: We currently owe about $1.7 million, and a balloon payment of $1 million will come due at the end if we don’t have it all paid off by 2015. The last of the Raising the Spirit pledge money will essentially run out near the end of 2010, after which point we will be out of cash for the loan payments, which are currently about $13,700 a month. If we can raise new money to pay off the loan, however, we will free up substantial funds for outreach, ministry and other church needs. This is no secret. It’s been there all along, it appears in the annual budget. It’s a huge crunch, but it has somewhat fallen out of sight for many, particularly newer members who weren’t here for the Building the Spirit drive. You will be kept fully informed about the new “Living the Spirit” campaign. The fund drive will kick off with an event in March and continue into May 2010. We ask everyone to participate, contribute and pray for our collective success.

6 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries

One of the more interesting and fun parts of my ministry here at St. Matthew’s this past month has been that with each and every Sunday, more than one person has stopped me to ask, “Just what is justice ministry?” It is a great question, both because it is so open to possibility and because it is such an important question to ask. Let me begin to explore it some with you. One of the earliest religious questions presented to us in the Bible came from the mouth of Cain, when he asked God (with less than honorable intent), “Am I my brother’s keeper?” The biblical story rolls on from there, returning again and again to declare an insistent “Yes!” to Cain’s question. Of course, the stickier question is, “Who is my brother and just how much keeping am I to do?” That question was asked of Jesus hundreds of years later in Luke 15 when a legal expert asked him, “Who is my neighbor?” The question prompted the parable of the Good Samaritan, which we struggle with into our own day. I think these are core texts for justice ministry. Justice work deals in the business of being neighbor in all the ways God calls us to do so. Doing justice is the work of putting things right between neighbors - restoring the right relations of things. Those broken and wounded relations could be of many kinds: with people near and far, with our non-human kin, indirectly through our choices (or lack of them), and even within our own selves (sometimes we are most unjust with ourselves). So, lets begin with some starting concepts about justice ministry: 1. Justice work involves discerning how we are related to others. Cain, as well as the priests and Levites who ignored the wounded man in the Good Samaritan parable, protected their own interests by denying a relationship to their brother and neighbor. But followers of Christ are called to claim our relationships to our neighbors. Christ came to redeem and restore all thing and calls us to follow. 2. There is no “us” and “them” in justice ministry. If a relation is not right between us, it is not right for either of us. Justice ministry works to heal injustice for all our sakes, and not just the unfortunate other. It is not a hand down or a hand up, but a hand across. I cannot keep you imprisoned, suppressed or exploited without binding my own self. The bondage of one binds us all. Your freedom is my freedom, and for me to flourish you must also flourish. We are saved not just by the work of Christ, but also by doing the work of Christ. 3. Justice ministry reaches for underlying causes. Since justice ministry is about restoring right relations, then it works to solve not just immediate needs, but the underlying injustices as well. Sometimes ministries make a distinction between works of mercy (ie. food, medicine and other immediate help) and works of justice (ie. advocacy, education, housing, legal aid, etc.). While mercy responds to the immediate needs, justice responds to the underlying causes. Christians need to be involved in both, for both are true responses to Christ. What About St. Matthews? Our justice ministry questions are these: Who are our neighbors, and how are we in relationship to them? With our particular gifts on our particular journey together in this place, what are ways this parish can go about restoring right relations? Where do we start? Let’s take up those questions next month. – Fr. Jerry+

Miracles Do Happen – Habitat For Humanity Receives Grant! St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church helped Habitat For Humanity receive two grants from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati valued at over $150,000.00. Volunteer labor provided by St. Matthew’s Church, working on the Shannon & James Duke Lytle Street Habitat House, competed the grant’s labor commitment requirements. Documentation of the completed Habitat House and participating volunteer hours have been submitted to the Federal Home Loan Bank to request the funding as part of its Affordable Housing Program. Once again St. Matthew’s Church has helped to make a dramatic impact in the Louisville Community. Your support and commitment of time, talent and funds has made a miracle happen. This Affordable Housing Program grant will ensure that future Habitat homes are built for needy Louisville families. In 2010 make a New Years Resolution to join the St. Matthew’s Habitat For Humanity Work Crew. The Habitat Work Crew meets the first Saturday of each month and everyone is welcome. 7 VESTRY NOMINEES

The Nominating Committee presents the following 11 parishioners as nominees for the Vestry. All have met the requirements of the canons (members in good standing, at least 16 years old). Five adults will be elected at our Annual Meeting to serve a 3-year term on the Vestry; five will serve, or continue to serve, for that same 3-year period on a parish committee. Matthew Pardue has been chosen as the Youth Representative; the congregation is asked to ratify that decision. The election will take place on Sunday, January 24 at the Annual Meeting, immediately following the 9:30 service. Please note that there is ONLY ONE service that Sunday, at 9:30 a.m. If you are unable to attend the meeting because you are out of town, or homebound, please call the parish office for an absentee ballot. Absentee ballots must be received by Friday, January 22. The order of names (below and on the ballot) was determined by lot.

Joe Paul Pruett My wife, Emily, and I have been members of St. Matthew’s for four years. Retirement from a career in book publishing has allowed me more time to further my obsession with reading, enjoy the delight of our three grandchildren, extend daily walks with Nipsy, our yellow lab and quietly inhale the freshness of each new day. St. Matthew’s is home where I have explored the mysteries of faith in God through the Eucharist, Morning Prayer and Compline. It is the home where in the debilitating ordeal of cancer and chemotherapy, I have experienced the vitality of genuine prayer and caring friends. It is the home where I have had the opportunity to participate in the ministry of honoring the Christ in others. It is the home where I always see a welcoming sign on every door. I serve on both the Executive Board and the Board of St. Matthew Area Ministries. As a member of the Library Committee, I enjoy evaluating the gift books to our library for cataloging consideration. I am a member of the Welcoming Committee. Participating with the flower delivery team has provided me the opportunity to weekly deliver flowers from our altar to parishioners with special concerns and celebrations. I also plan the Easter distribution of lilies. I am the chairperson of the Ministry with the Homebound Committee which provides continuous outreach and visitation to those with restricted mobility. I also help coordinate the newly created volunteer Worship Transportation Ministry. And I would be immensely honored to serve as a team member in the leadership ministry of the St. Matthew’s Vestry.

Bob Dangremond Bob Dangremond has been a member of St. Matthew’s since 2002 and serves as an usher and lector. He ended his forty year career in the insurance industry and moved to Louisville from Dallas in 2001. He is currently affiliated with Semonin Realtors. “I have been blessed to continue my spiritual journey within the St. Matthew’s Episcopal community of faith and would continue to be committed to assisting Lucinda and the Vestry in achieving the continuing goal of Building the Spirit”.

(continued) 8 Nan Lang I have called St. Matthew’s my home for 23 years and have never once considered changing my relationship with it. I was confirmed and my children baptized here and I feel honored to be a part of this welcoming and nurturing Parish. Having served on the Vestry in the past, I feel as if I am aware of the rigors and responsibilities inherent in its calling. If elected, I will give my best efforts to uphold the confidence that the members of this Parish have shown in me. I have, in the past, been a church school teacher and, for some time, served as the chairperson of the Church School Committee. My committee experience recently has been to lead the St. Anna’s, New Orleans effort. That experience evolved into the New Orleans Response Committee. For the past four years, I have served as its chairperson. That role has had me focusing the efforts and travels, (with many brave and determined St. Matthew’s folks), in gutting and building homes in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans. As an “Eight-O’Clocker” I have a view of St. Matthew’s from a somewhat different perspective from many of the rest of the Parish. But we (my husband, Jay Redman, and I) have enjoyed that contemplative service enough to roll out at an outlandish time of the morning in order to attend it every Sunday. I serve as a Chalice Bearer during the eight o’clock service and appreciate the opportunity to serve others in that capacity. I have two grown and wonderful children, Michael and Elizabeth Foster.

Bill Bond I have been attending St. Matthew’s for the past two years. Since joining I have become a member of the choir and now serve as the campaign manager for the Living the Spirit capital campaign. Prior to joining St. Matthew’s, I served as secretary and both senior and junior warden on the vestries of other large parishes. I also served as leader of Disciples of Christ in Community program, served on several capital campaigns, including campaign chairman, served on two rector search committees, and have served on a discernment committee for a candidate to the priesthood. I have also served as a verger and a member of St. Joseph’s Guild, the steward group of the buildings and grounds. I was also a youth group leader. In my professional life I am a fundraiser and a technology consultant. I am the Director of Membership Analytics & Operations at Environmental Defense Fund and consult with a number of not-for-profits on technology issues. I have run fundraising campaigns for Habitat for Humanity and currently serve on an advisory board at Vanderbilt University. In my personal life, my wife, Margaret and I are parents of eleven-year-old twins, Margot and Charlie. I am delighted that my children want to attend church every Sunday and I gladly volunteer to make this place spiritually nourishing for them. I firmly believe that the quality of the experience of parish life is directly related to the effort and involvement that one puts into it and so it should be no surprise that I am running for a position on the Vestry and ask for your vote. Louise Shawkat Driving by St. Matt’s some years ago, I noticed the sign that said, “5 o’clock service”. After a phone call for confirmation I began coming to this church-the plus was having a female priest. St. Matthew’s is a welcoming community-see how it has embraced Harry, my dog! I’ve been retired for about 5 years from a wonderful position as the head of a clinic to prevent limb amputations. Retirement has allowed me to travel more, learn Spanish, visit grandchildren, and garden an open public space (reducing grass/use of lawn mower). I’ve been active in issues concerning social justice-human rights and equality. To me social justice includes bioethics and environmental issues. Retirement has also allowed me to pay more attention as to how I want to live my life in relation to these issues. At St. Matthew’s, I am an active member of the Kenya Kids at Rongo committee and co-chair of the Green Team. My passion is to reduce water usage and consumption of coal, and to have my descendants say;” Grandmother was active at the time of the great turning away from an industrial growth society to a life-sustaining world.” (continued) 9 Kitten Lawless I have been an Episcopalian for over 30 years having grown up as a Southern Baptist. As a college student I was drawn to the Episcopal Church because of the richness of the liturgy. In the first parish I attended in St. Louis, I served on both the vestry and the search committee for a new rector. I was employed by The Church of St. Michael and St. George (SM&SG) for five years as the Director of Lay Ministry. While attending and working for St. Michaels’ I served on the discernment committee for those interested in becoming priests. In Northern Indiana I also served on the search committee for a new rector. In all of these parishes I was active as a lay reader and chalice bearer. When Bob and I moved to Louisville we attended St. Francis in the Fields where I served as a lector and chalice bearer. At St. Matthew’s I read evening prayer for two years; graduated from EFM; with my husband Bob Huffman, I co-mentored Via Media twice; I have been coordinating the 10 a.m. ushers for one and a half years. I have also served as a sous chef for the two Thanksgiving meals. I am married to Bob Huffman and have two step-children. Bob and I have been in Louisville for 12 years. Professionally I am a licensed nursing home administrator and have a Masters in Social Work. Currently I am unemployed and actively looking for work. It would be a great privilege to serve the parish as a vestry person.

Stephen Hall Thank you for reading this bio to learn a little more about me. My name is Stephen Hall and I have attended St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church for 4 years now. We were members of the Good Shepherd Church in Lexington, KY prior to moving to Louisville. My lovely wife Allison and I love our church and watching our family (Ava, 5 years old, and Parker, 2 and a half years old) grow with the church. I work with a company called Mattingly Foods. I supervise our strategic planning, marketing and business-to-business relationships. I currently volunteer teaching the 1st graders on Sunday mornings. I also spend time with Dare to Care Food Bank working on marketing their newsletters. I have a willingness to serve people and find a satisfaction that is indescribable in helping others. Thanks and peace be with you.

Laura Shaffer I have been a member of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church for just over 3 years now after moving to Louisville from South Carolina. I was drawn to St. Matthew’s because of the clear missions of inclusivity, community involvement, and environmental responsibility. I am a cradle Episcopalian and have been active in the Church in many ways throughout my life; I have served as a chalice bearer, lay reader, student vestry member, youth group leader, international missions team member and co-leader, Habitat for Humanity volunteer, and bell ringer. This fall, I served on the Every Member Canvass campaign committee at St. Matthew’s. My vocations outside the Church are child psychology and education. I am a clinical psychologist on faculty in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Louisville School of Medicine where I am also the director of internship training. When not at work or church, you will likely find me riding my bike, playing with my dogs, or working in the yard.

(continued) 10 Marilyn Swain A member of St. Matthew’s for twenty-six years, I presently serve on the Adult Education Committee, Altar Guild, Ushering and I am a member of Horizon Readers. Past responsibilities include serving on the Children’s Education, Social Concerns and Welcoming Committees. I also taught Sunday school when my children, Marjorie Robin and Philip, were young. Having earned a MAT in 2000, I became a certified teacher. Presently I teach in the Adult Education division of JCPS. While working to build a nonprofit foundation, I completed an MBA at Bellarmine in 2005. I have additional training in corporate law and mediation. I gladly offer what value this represents to our community, in any capacity. Melville wrote of “the thousand invisible threads” that unite us all. This is what I know to be true, especially at St. Matthew’s.

Nathan Adam I was born in California into a Marine Corps family and spent my childhood bouncing around the east coast of the United States (with a brief stop on the west coast). I attended high school in Jacksonville, North Carolina, during which time I became active in the Lutheran church my family attended. After high school, I moved to South Carolina and attended college at the REAL USC—the University of South Carolina—where I majored in Fine Arts, with a concentration in drawing. After graduation, I moved to Louisville to be closer to my then girlfriend (now wife), Jenny, who brought me here to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church. The spirit of inclusiveness and service to the community is what first attracted me to St. Matthew’s, which I now consider my church home. The trips to Wayside Christian Mission, the Advent Tree, and collections for the food pantry are just a few examples of the way St. Matthew’s reaches out to our community. I look forward to becoming involved in these projects and many more in the future. It is an honor to be considered as a candidate for the Vestry, and I look forward to serving our community and our church.

Matthew Pardue YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE

Hi my name is Matthew Pardue and I’m a 16 year old junior at duPont Manual High School. I’ve been attending St. Matt’s since 2004. I previously attended St. Francis in the Fields. My main hobby, when the weather is nice out, is golf. I am a member and a volunteer of Louisville’s chapter of The First Tee program. I have been an acolyte for several years and I plan on continuing to be one for my last year and a half of school. My main reason for wanting to serve on the vestry is because I want to be more involved in St. Matthew’s and learn about how things run behind the scenes at our church.

11 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

BABY ROCKERS NEEDED The Children’s Program is looking for arms to hold babies, shoulders to pat babies, and soothing voices to talk to babies. The joy of having so many babies in our nursery this year means we are looking for additional people to rock babies in the nursery. If you are interested in volunteering to hold one of our precious babies Sunday mornings on a rotating basis, please talk with Debbi Rodahaffer at 895-3485 or Dottie Snell, nursery volunteer extraordinare, about assisting our excellent nursery staff, Brooke and David Sparks!

MUSIC NOTES

Barbara Ellis, Choir Director / Organist Compline February 7, 8:00 p.m. ~ Jean Hutchinson, flute

Make 2010 the year you add music to your life and the life of your children! The Adult Choir and the Treble Choir would love to add your voice! We are pleased to welcome Nick Gaddi, Chris Thorne and Matt Just to the choir!

Christian Speak Easy No! No! not that old probation Speak Easy! The Adult Christian Education Committee is holding a focus group for the first hour of our monthly meeting. We want to hear what the Parish wants in its adult education program. Our Parish: translate YOU! You cannot be too old or too young to share your wishes for the future and opinions about the current program. EVERY view is important and we WILL listen. We have had two groups so far and based on that experience, we believe we can guarantee an open, lively exchange where every dream. . . . . yes, even impossible dreams were taken seriously and mined for ideas for next year. This is the reason for the title: Speak Easy. It is an easy speaking time! Please call or e-mail Judith Peoples if you are willing to speak up: 426-8959 (home), 541-8684 (cell), [email protected]. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOR ADULTS IS A POWERFUL WITNESS TO OUR CHILDREN . . . . “for I may misunderstand the high advice you give, but there’s no misunderstanding how you act and how you live.” — Edgar Guest 12 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant

JOIN BRANDON FOR BAGELS - 9:15 each Sunday in the Youth area. January / February Bowling, by Gosh Movie Night at Ten Pin Sunday, February 21 Sunday, January 24 5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Movies and Pizza Games of bowling and shoes provided. Bring money for dinner at the “world famous” snack bar. Ice Skating Sunday, February 28 Volleyball, dinner and cookies 12:00-3:00 p.m. We will have lunch, after church school, and then carpool to Iceland, Sunday, January 31 for skating. Pick up at SMEC at 3:30 p.m. or at Iceland by 3:15 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. How about some volleyball in Saints Hall? We will bake cookies, too! SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES SUNDAY, January 24 Super Bowl Annual Meeting at Gattiland 10:45 a.m. Youth act as “pages” for the annual meeting. Sunday, February 7 We will distribute and collect ballots 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the vestry election. Drop off and pick up at Gattiland. Food and football! THURSDAY, February 4 We will eat dinner and watch part of the game on the big screen. Dinner on us! Bring money for the arcade. Cornerstone We will meet at SMEC at 6:00 p.m. Babysit, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pancake Supper Prep Return to SMEC for pick up at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, February 14 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 5:30-7:30 p.m. TUESDAY, February 16 We will get things ready for the annual pancake supper (on Tuesday, February 16). The Annual Service hours for prep and the supper. Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras Pancake Supper Service opportunities beginning after school This information and more is on the church web site at: until we are cleaned up. Come early, come late. www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Any help is needed! Youth and parents! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

13 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Jody Fletcher, chair

Cornerstone St. John’s Center Needs Our Help! Thursday, February 4 St. John’s Center is an emergency day shelter and social services center for 6:30 p.m. to 7:450 p.m. homeless men. It was founded in 1986 in a former Catholic Church on E. Muhammad Ali Blvd. as a safe haven for those who often have no place to go. To cook or send food, sign up on the bulletin board, or call St. John’s Center helps homeless men meet immediate needs but also takes steps to Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. create lasting change in their lives. It is the only Louisville shelter open during the day. To volunteer to baby sit, call Diane Clark, 245-5633. St. John’s has suffered because of the economy and is desperately in need of supplies. We can help St. John’s continue to provide shelter services if each of us Sitters meet for conversation and will bring a few of the following items to St. Matthew’s Shrove Tuesday pancake a light dinner at Whole Foods at supper on February 16. 5:15 p.m. then carpool to the Cathedral at 6:00 p.m. Baskets will be provided for your donations. St. John’s Center Wish List: powdered coffee creamer, sugar, garbage bags (13 gallons), bleach, bar soap, Baby sitters are needed. disposable razors, paper towels, toilet paper, men’s spray deodorant, skin lotion, Please join us this month. shampoo, stamps, rain ponchos, new socks, or gloves and stocking hats. The Social Concerns Committee thanks you for your support of this fine Habitat for Humanity organization and the homeless men they serve. Saturday, February 6 Help us build a home! 8:30 a.m. to Noon for a half day or 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. Cornerstone at the Cathedral Bring work gloves and a The Cornerstone Project is a Cathedral Outreach Committee initiative involving hammer. Lunch is provided. Home of the Innocents Teen Parenting Program. This aftercare program provides services to young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 who are in need of (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) assistance with housing, employment, education, community resource and independent living skills. All participants in this program are required to attend a weekly peer support group known as Cornerstone that provides a meal, counseling Calvary / St. George’s and skill building services. Because of the increase in participants, counselors Food Collection have divided the participants into two groups so that one group meets on Tuesday Sunday and the other on Thursday. Sunday, February 7 There are between 40 and 50 participants in the Cornerstone Project each year. Many of the young adult graduates now have their GED or high school diploma, Make a New Year’s Resolution are employed, have successfully made the transition to independent living and to donate each month in 2010! have their own apartment in the community. Bring a small bag of nonperishable items to the Volunteers are a vital to the success of this program. St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church is one of several churches that provide volunteers to support this program. Narthex coat closet. The first Thursday of each month our parishioners provide childcare and we cook Both food pantries depend on the meal for both that Thursday meeting and the meeting on the preceding our monthly donations to help Tuesday. keep their shelves stocked. Each month of the school year there is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board for those interested in volunteering to baby sit or cook. We ask for volunteer cooks to Serve lunch at help prepare the entree and we ask others to contribute salad, bread, drinks and Wayside Christian dessert for the meal. Social Concerns is most grateful to all those who have been so supportive of this Mission ministry in past years. Giving of our time to Cornerstone sends a message that this Sunday, February 14 program is important not only for the Cathedral’s urban ministry, but also for our 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. common Christian mission. We hope you will all continue to help. Please watch the Sunday bulletin for instructions on where to sign up to help support the teen For more information, please call age mothers. Sarah Weston, 426-6678. Please call Diane Clark at 245-5633 to learn about Cornerstone. Volunteers are always needed.

14 MORE OPPORTUNITIES

Thanks . . . from our St. MAM Partner

Dear Parish friends: Permit me to take a moment of your time to acknowledge with gratitude your support of these ministries and programs. We welcome you as a partner in the new St. MAM/S.M.E. Dare to Care Food Pantry ministry, both through your parish and at St. MAM. Once a month your parish will be distributing food on an as need basis for all comers. Simultaneously, at our office we will continue our regular church pantry that is stocked by our member churches and parishes, ready to respond to daily food requests. We also began the Dare to Care EMERGENCY FOOD Program on January 11, along with distribution of Commodities. Through such partnerships we have risen to the challenge of increased hunger by responding with an increase in food distribution and food supply. I would be remiss if I did not also thank you for your support of our recent Banquet/Auction: (1) Buying tickets and attending; and (2) Preparing baskets for auction bidding. Finally, we are grateful for your contributions of food to the St. MAM church pantry. This is our source of food to the daily and regular requests for food assistance. We are honored to have your parish represented by Joe Paul Pruett, Sue Jones, and Dwayne Watson. Each of them contribute in a marvelous way to the board of St. Matthews Area Ministries. Peace, Dan G. Lane, E.D.

What were the most popular church library books during 2009? The top items that were checked out included children’s books, DVD’s and books for adults. 1. The Shack (Young) 8. Hello, goodbye window (Juster) 2. Take this Bread (Miles) 9. Reading the Bible again for the first time (Borg) 3. Acedia and me (Norris) 10. History of God (audio book - Armstrong) 4. Becket (DVD) 11. Misquoting Jesus: the story behind who changed the 5. Three cups of tea (Moretenson and Relin) Bible and why (Ehrman) 6. The Lion in Winter (DVD) 12. Sing Praise (Greene) 7. Same kind of different as me (Hall and Moore) The library has 1725 separate titles (books, DVD’s, Videos and CD’s). One hundred selected gifts and purchased titles were added during the past six months. Lists of recently purchased items are available in the library and are posted on the church bulletin board. During 2009, the library registered 60 first time borrowers bringing the total of people who have borrowed from the library since its opening in 2008 to 162 (111 adults and 51 younger people) Have you checked out the Saint Matthew’s Church Library? There is probably something for you!0

Library Hours: Monday through Thursday: 11:30-12:30 p.m. • Sundays: 8:45-9:45 a.m., 11:15-12:15 p.m.

15 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of January 17 Week of January 24 Thompson: Clint, Reneé, Lilly Uligian: Greg, Barbara Thompson: Linda, Michael Vandrick: Joe, Kay Tiano: John, Alice, Joel Hunt Vinsel: Adele Tidwell: Harry, Ann Von Deylen: Holly, Madison Todd: Bos Vowels: Aaron, Carrie Bohnert, Ivy Vowels Todd: Mary Nancy Wacker: Jean Triplett: Betty, Gary Walker: Johnny, Ruth Triplett: Cheryl, Kate Wagner, Alex Wagner Wall: Louise Trippe: Matt, Christy Wolfe Wallingford: Joe, Martha Tucker: Steven, Amy, Sarah Wardell: Kevin, Linda

Week of January 31 Week of February 7 Waterfill: Steve, Sarah White: Ethel, Galen Watson: Dwanye, Vicky Danahy Wiedeman: Varley Watson: Jeremy, Lori Wilcox: Brad, Jennifer, Caroline, Boone Weaver: Russ, Kate, Ben Wilding: Dian Weinberg: Bill Wilkins: Octavia, Jim Moyer, Karin Moyer Weis: Natalie Wilkinson: James Weis: Russ, Bev, Julia Willingham: John, Alice Wernecke: Alan, Mike Ketterer, Justin Wernecke Wilson: Jack, Virginia Weston: Sarah Wood: Linda Wheeler: George, Pat Woodford: William, Sara

Week of February 14 Worley: Daniel , O’Bryan, Taylor Wright: Mike, Kathy Yule: Shelia Worster: Gordon Yann: Sally Zega: Frank, Peggy Worthington: Jim, Anna Lee, Jay, Clarissa Yeager: Michelle Adam: Nathan, Jenny Wright: Neally

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Stuart Huffman, Philip Swain, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, and The Rev. Steve Pike

Weekday Services Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer, Chapel Tuesday: 7:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist, Chapel Monday-Saturday: 5:30 p.m., Evening Prayer, Chapel

16 PARISH FAMILY

Transfer In Gerry and Sue Biasiolli from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Hilton Head Island, SC

Baptism, January 10 Hope Sophia Meyer-Ledford, daughter of John Ledford and Linda Meyer

Deaths

We are sorry to hear about the death of Bob Huffman’s great aunt Jody Howard’s mother Brian Good’s grandmother Randy Strause’s mother Doug Gillim’s sister Mary Jane Cherry’s uncle

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

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of St. Matthew’s Lent 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17 7:00 a.m., 12:00 Noon, and 7:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist with imposition of ashes

Have a last fling before Lent begins at the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Super February 16, 5:30-7:00 p.m. in Saints Hall hosted by St. Matthew’s Youth

St. Matthew’s is pleased to welcome The Rt. Rev. Ted Gulick, Bishop of Kentucky, each Wednesday Evening in Lent starting February 24 for our Wednesday Evening Lenten Program - “Back to Basics- a study of the history of our faith”. (for more information please see center section) 1 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s,

This is a BIG, FAT newsletter. It’s as big as it is because it is chock full of opportunities for a holy Lent. The Prayer Book talks about a holy Lent, [with] self-examination and repentance; prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and… reading and meditating on God’s holy Word. I might add service – a taking on, rather than a giving up. You will find plentiful (and exciting) possibilities for all of these, so please read the whole newsletter!

The only other thing to add is this: remember that Lent is not a guilt trip, or an exercise in masochism, but a joyful preparation for our feast of feasts, Easter. LucindaLucinda +

FRIDAY, MARCH 5 IS OUR VERY SPECIAL PROGRESSIVE ADVENTURE, AND THE START OF OUR “LIVING THE SPIRIT” CAMPAIGN. IT WILL BE A DELIGHTFUL EVENING; BE THERE!

2 LIVING THE SPIRIT

Heather Bell, for the Living the Spirit Committee Co-chairs: Gaylee Gillim, Rick Lotz and Bill Cheatman How will you approach giving to Living the Spirit? It would be easy to look at the Living the Spirit campaign and simply see debt. Monthly Payments But look around St. Matthew’s! Yes, we enjoy our new Number of Years 1 2 3 spaces. But we celebrate more than just bricks and mortar: We celebrate what is happening in, and more important, Campaign Pledge out of those spaces: A kitchen that can accommodate $1,000 83.33 41.67 27.78 cooking for The Cornerstone Project; rehearsal space for the music program; our Library and The Community $3,000 250.00 125.00 83.33 Preschool; a garden that is a part of our commitment to $5,000 416.67 208.33 138.89 Dare to Care, and coming soon, the Dare to Care Community Food Pantry. $10,000 833.33 416.67 277.78 Our mission to reach out as “Christ’s hands to the world” $25,000 2,083.33 1,041.67 694.44 is thriving in our new space. And to continue St. $50,000 4,166.67 2,083.33 1,388.89 Matthew’s growth, we must now fulfill the financial burden that remains after we built it. More than a half-century ago, our St. Matthew’s Episcopal These are difficult times. Another monthly payment Church held its first services on September 5, 1948, at the coming from your household income may seem a daunting St. Matthew’s Woman’s Club on Shelbyville Road. The Rt. challenge. But take a look at the chart below, outlining Rev. Charles Clingman, then Bishop of Kentucky, specific monthly commitments that build up in small steps conducting the service. The first bulletin carried these to substantial gifts. A pledge total may seem less words: overwhelming when we look at it from a monthly “May God’s blessing rest upon us as we begin this perspective. Expenses as small as daily and weekly venture with Him. May this be a friendly church and incidentals or indulgences add up quickly: Think of lattes, one whose members are devoted to our Lord. It is easy bottled water, dinners out. to foresee a great parish…within a few years.” The campaign kicks off with a Progressive Adventure on Reflect on them as we look toward our coming decades of March 5, a behind-the-scenes look at St. Matthew’s. Then, faith and service. in March, you will be asked to give. As with the Every Member Canvass, it is important that everyone Living the Spirit Timeline participates. Please pray for this campaign and pray about Progressive Adventure March 5, 6 p.m. your commitment - for this campaign, and also your Vigil March 7, 7-10 p.m. ongoing gifts of time and talent to the Parish. Pledge drive March – May 2010

Celebrate Living the Spirit with a Progressive Adventure!

Have you ever wanted to peek into Lucinda’s office? See continue into the early evening with tours, a variety of what goes on in the youth group room? What is the tasty dishes prepared by the Cooks and Bottle Washers, Sacristy, and what’s in there? Where does our wonderful good wine and tasty non-alcoholic alternatives. choir rehearse? And where’s the new Preschool that Youngsters are invited and may gather with Preschool there’s been so much talk about? Director Lauren Becker to enjoy some crafts while the Whether you’re new to St. Matthew’s or an old-timer who’s grown-ups tour the building and view the inaugural never really had a good look around, here’s your chance to screening of our Living the Spirit video. enjoy a tour with fun, friends, and good things to munch Come, join us and explore how we are Living the Spirit in and sip. We’re launching our Living the Spirit building- our beautiful church! Sign up on the bulletin board, and fund drive with a Progressive Adventure on Friday, March we’ll see you March 5! 5, a casual, fun event that will begin around 6 p.m. and — Marty Lawfer 3 PARISH NEWS

Thank You! Special thanks to everyone from EMERGENCY the Cooks and Bottlewashers group who did a great job helping with the PREPARATION TIPS flowers, preparing, setting up, You may need to survive on your own after an cooking, serving, clearing, and cleaning up after the emergency. This means having your own food, Annual Luncheon. We couldn’t have done this without water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to your help! last for at least three days. Local officials and The Vegetarian Chili was delicious! You will find the relief workers will be on the scene after a recipe for the chili on the bulletin board. disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it might take days. In addition, basic services such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment, and telephones may be cut off for days, or even a week or longer. Eye to Eye, Heart to Heart, Recommended items to include Hand in Hand in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit: • One gallon of water per person per day for at About 65 of you shared your responses to the Eye to least three days, for drinking and sanitation Eye survey we provided at the annual luncheon on • At least a three-day supply of non-perishable Sunday, January 24. I want to thank you for sharing food insights into your lives – there were many very interesting and beautiful responses. We will continue to • Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a provide these survey forms in the Narthex, where NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and others of you can complete them if you wish. In a few extra batteries for both weeks we will compile and sort the results, and let you • First aid kit know what we have discovered. Stay tuned! • Whistle to signal for help — Jerry Cappel • Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air, and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in place • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation Saints Hall • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities • Manual can opener for food (if kit contains Kitchen canned food) • Local maps, cell phones and chargers, Our kitchen is in need of kitchen hand towels and dish flashlight and extra batteries cloths. If you can contribute any of these – new or slightly used – it would be greatly appreciated. Please For more information, including give them to Ann Davis, Karen Hill, or drop them off recommendations on additional items to consider at the receptionist’s desk at anytime. adding to an emergency supply kit, visit: –Thank you. http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/index.html.

The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch The Men’s Breakfast Group We will dine at the Bristol in Prospect, Thursday, March We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, 18, 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP with Betty Triplett, 384-0244 – at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across from Norton reservations are needed in advance – and let her know if Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not you want to carpool. All are welcome! just retired or senior folks. 4 PARISH NEWS

Congratulations to . . .

Linda Collins, our Unsung Heroine of the Year, announced at the Annual Luncheon, following the Annual Meeting, on January 24! Our new vestry members: Bill Bond, Nan Lang, Kitten Lawless, Joe Paul Pruett, Marilyn Swain, and Matthew Pardue (youth representative). The new vestry members and officers will be commissioned at the 10:00 service on February 14. Special thanks to those who were not elected, who have all committed to ministry over the next three years here at St. Matthew’s: Bob Dangremond, Louise Shawkat, Stephen Hall, Laura Shaffer, and Nathan Adam.

St. Matthew’s rolling up our Evening Prayer sleeves to feed the hungry The daily Evening Prayer service in Myll Chapel has been moved from 5:30 to 6 p.m. (except on Wednesdays; see Inspired by Sara Miles’s charismatic ministry to feed below). The time change will make it easier for those people, St. Matthew’s is turning our own dream into reality: coming to evening meetings to enjoy quiet prayer time our monthly Dare to Care Food Pantry will open, if all goes beforehand. The later time should also be a blessing for well, on Saturday, March 20. those who fight rush-hour traffic to get to St. Matthew’s. As the only current Saturday food-pantry in the East End, The Daily Office is led by “the priesthood of all the our hungry guests may include unemployed, low-wage baptized” and anyone can volunteer to read Evening workers, and those who aren’t free on weekdays. Prayer. St. Matthew’s also plans a garden, hoping to supplement On Wednesday evenings at 5:30 p.m. a service of Holy Dare to Care’s food allocation with fresh, healthy Eucharist with healing prayers and anointing is offered. vegetables. The earlier time offers a chance for those coming to our “This is our opportunity to roll up our sleeves, get our Lenten Program to pause, reflect and worship before the hands dirty and start fighting hunger in our own night’s festivities. community,” said Brian Good, organizer of the food pantry Evening Prayer is a powerful way to end a workday, begin a project. meeting, double a joy or halve a burden. We hope you’ll Plenty of help will be needed. To volunteer or for more add this practice to your Lent. We’d love to have you join information, contact Brian Good, 899-9390, about the food our crew of lay readers! For more information, contact pantry, and Stephen Hall, 657-9097, about the garden. Sarah Causey (419-5741) or Rhody Streeter (724-3902). – Robin Garr – Sarah Causey

The Women’s Board of the Episcopal Church Home The Episcopal Church Home provides care for residents of all faiths, and many of our St. Matthew’s parishioners are residents. The Women’s Board maintains a Scholarship Fund to help residents with necessities when personal funds are not available. So please do your part and support the Women’s Board annual fundraiser. Tickets for the Annual Style Show & Luncheon will be available shortly, along with Opportunity Tickets. The luncheon is scheduled for April 16 at The Olmsted. Mark your calendars and show you care by purchasing tickets! – Diane Clark

5 REFLECTIONS ON FAITH & LIFE

A reflection from Bob Nesmith Just Do It Justice

One of the reasons I admire Judaism is that it is a religion of One of the nominees for Bishop of Kentucky said in his doing, not of dogma. This is emphasized in the current interview that the whole of the Gospel was summed up in issue of Sojourners magazine by a Jewish editor who writes the Lord’s Prayer. Here is another way of thinking about “Generations of rabbis have taken their guidance from what we believe. Isaiah, who suggested that Jews’ religious duty is fulfilled A Litany of Mission when we ‘Observe what is right and do what is just.’ (Isaiah 56:1)” Or, as Nike says, “Just do it”. Almighty God, in the prayer Jesus taught us we are reminded of what is important to you. Help us remember I came to the Episcopal Church in my late 20’s for a variety our call each time we say it. of reasons, none of which had much to do with religious You remind us that you alone are God. convictions. I never thought about what we believe; I just Our Father in heaven, holy is your name. assumed that Episcopalians had much the same dogmatic beliefs that I and my friends had heard in our various You call us to love each other as you have loved us. Protestant churches growing up. I was well into early Your kingdom come, your will be done, middle age before I understood that we are different. We on earth as in heaven. are not a church of dogma. Here I found acceptance of You call us to do justice. where I was in my journey. No judgment, no demands on Give us today our daily bread. “right” belief. You call us to forgive others and ourselves. The sacraments and the creeds are our statements of belief, Forgive us our sins as we forgive those and even the creeds are interpreted and understood who sin against us. differently by many. The beauty of the Anglican tradition is You call us to be peaceful and to work for peace. that there is room for us even when we question and Save us from the time of trial. disagree on meaning and beliefs. But often I wish we were Deliver us from evil. more Jewish in our tradition and accepted our Now send us from here to love you and serve others in responsibility to do more and talk less. I might paraphrase Jesus’ name. Amen. both Nike and the prophet Micah and say, “Just do it justice.”

Extended Welcome Committee, is all about being a caring, welcoming community. So many of us remember hearing the friendly greeting, “We’re glad one year old, wants you! you came,” and how we kept returning when others joined in with, “We’re glad you came back!” Episcopalian evangelism! These are two words seldom heard in the same breath. But a group from St. Matthew’s We accepted Weeks’s challenge and are reaching out to as attended a diocesan workshop on just that topic last many visitors as we can. The Extended Welcome committee March. staffs the Narthex information desk for the 10:00 and 5:00 services. We help newcomers make nametags, get direc- Andrew Weeks, author of “Welcome! Tools and tions, and simply make them feel at home. We ask how we Techniques for New Member Ministry,” based the can serve them, try to elicit what they’ve come to find, help workshop on his book, challenging participants to turn the them make connections with others in the parish, and, casual practice of greeting visitors into a conscious where possible, record brief information so we can make ministry. An intentional, ongoing greeting makes first-time further contact if they wish. visitors feel welcome, connects them directly with a name and a face; communicates that their presence matters, and Evangelism follows naturally when we enter in lets them know that their visit as members of Christ’s body conversation with our guests and tell from our hearts about honors us. why we came ... and stayed. Want to help? Call Sarah Causey, 419-5741, or Robin Garr, 899-9261. Outgoing Senior Warden, Greg Petrites, in his Annual Meeting report last month, reminded us that St. Matthew’s

6 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries

Restoring Right self-reliance. Guilt, anxiety and self-reliance will wear us out. But an enduring response-ability comes Relations from humility and trust in God. Love, as the Apostle Paul said, never ends. In these past months, we have been overwhelmed with news Let’s think globally and act locally. This oft stories, local events, and personal quoted bit of advice is very helpful, I think. It helps us experiences that remind us time do two important things: 1) Make the connection and again how vulnerable we are, between our choices and the web of life, and 2) how unbalanced and unjust our Accept our limits. While everything we do in some relations, how broken are so many lives, and how way affects the entire world, we cannot save the many are so very needy. We have been reminded as entire world. What the world really needs from us is well how strong, beautiful, compassionate and to find our gratitude, get in touch with our joy, and let wonderful we are capable of being in all these things. that move us to love our neighbors as ourselves. It can be paralyzing, though, all this news and all Our St. Matthew’s questions are: What is our these lives. How do we keep a strong, steady gaze particular joy? With our particular gifts on our and also keep our hearts open and at peace? How do particular journey together, what is at our hand to do? we keep our lives and our faith community both joyful Who are our neighbors, and how are we in and responsive? relationship to them? Where is God moving among us Let’s find ways for us to be response-able, not and how can we respond with justice? I know many responsible. What is the difference? A steady, answers to these questions have been among us for open-hearted response will come best from our joy, some time. Others are just emerging among us. compassion and faith. But a constant focus on being Some of you have been answering those questions responsible tends to make us turn inward and look to among us for some time. Others are just now come our own power (or powerlessness). We then try to to raise their hearts and voices. Let’s see where this respond from a sense of anxiety, guilt and self-control. takes us. The first is responds from a place of gratitude and grace, while the other responds from scarcity and – Jerry+

And the nominees are?

On January 23, the Standing Committee of the Diocese of Kentucky announced four nominees to stand for election as the eighth Bishop of Kentucky. There is detailed information about the nominees and the search process at the diocesan website, at http://bishopsearch.episcopalky.org. They are: (i) the Reverend David Allen Boyd, rector of St. David’s Episcopal Church, Austin, Texas. He previously served as rector at St. Michael the Archangel in Lexington, Kentucky. (ii) The Very Reverend John Paul Downey, Dean of the Cathedral of St. Paul, Erie, Pennsylvania. (iii) The Very Reverend W. Nicholas Knisely, Dean of Trinity Cathedral, Phoenix, Arizona. (iv) The Very Reverend Terry Allen White, Dean of Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral, Kansas City, Missouri.

More information on the process from our parishioner Jim Moyer, who was on the Search Committee, is available in the Narthex.

7 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

LENT – What to give up and what to take on? What is the “Lent Talk” you hear on the streets? If the people you talk with know what Lent is, they probably ask questions about the ashes on Ash Wednesday or talk about what their Lenten discipline, even though few will use those words, will be this year. “Should I give up meat? Should I give up alcohol? How about chocolate? Perhaps I should give up all desserts? What if I give up everything with sugar in it? Perhaps for 40 days and 40 nights (Sundays are feast days) I won’t swear? Will I try to use only my kind words? Maybe I will work in the garden at church or just spend more nights at home.” Endless lists….and I know how sad I am and how guilty I feel when what I have “given up” slides off my radar and back into my life before Lent has barely begun.

This year rather than giving up something that isn’t good for your body, why don’t you give yourself a gift that will be good for your soul! Wednesday nights during Lent, Bishop Gulick will be at St. Matthew’s to teach and be in conversation with us from 6:30 until 7:45 p.m. [Read more about his topics elsewhere in the newsletter.] This is open to everyone in the diocese! So come to learn, come to spend time to nurture your soul in ways we so rarely take the time for. Come to be in community as we walk the walk of Lent with others.

Fours and older will be having Lenten crafts with Lauren Becker and stories with Laura Bomar and me on Wednesday nights. We need to know how many children we will have so that we purchase enough materials. Childcare for infants through threes will be available.

Childcare will also be available for Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and The Great Vigil of Easter, and during both morning services on Easter. Many blessings, Debbi

Women In Conversation after dark! will meet Ash Wednesday, February 17 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. to discuss “Simple Ways Toward the Sacred” by Gunilla Norris. Join us in the Parents In Conversation room on the lower level to discuss this book, a way of life rather than just a treasure to read. WICad! will not meet in March.

The 4th and 5th Grade Lock-In has been rescheduled for Friday, March 19 beginning at 6:30 p.m. with pick up on Saturday, March 20 at 8:00 a.m. Games – Food – Scavenger Hunt – Candlelight Eucharist – Movies – Fun! Let Debbi ([email protected]) know if your child will attend.

Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday, April 3 at 3:00 p.m. If the weather is delightful, the Hunt will be a quick dash outside. If the weather is not so good, the Hunt will be a quick dash throughout the lower level of the church building. This is a simple Easter Egg Hunt with peanut-free candy and popsicles or cookies for children and adults after the Hunt.

St. Matthew’s Church and The Community Preschool at St. Matthew’s are committed to being peanut-free!

8 LENT 2010 AT. ST. MATTHEW’S

I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the observance of a holy Lent … Book of Common Prayer, p. 265 The 40 days of Lent are a time of preparation – preparation for Easter. We are an Easter people, a resurrection people. Because the Feast of the Resurrection is at the center of our faith, we prepare for it carefully. Lent is a time of self-examination, of penitence, of exploration, and of prayer. It is a time to stretch and grow in the faith. It is a solemn and focused time, a time in which we are always aware of the great joy to come. How will you observe Lent? Will you give up something, the better to focus on God and the needs of others? Will you take on something? Will you deepen your prayer life, read the Bible more, or learn more about your faith? Here at St. Matthew’s, there are a number of possibilities for the observance of a Holy Lent. Make a commitment to one or more of these, and prepare with joy for the Paschal (Easter) Feast! Wednesday Evening Lenten Program: “Back to Basics- a study of the history of our faith” Interested in finding out more about your Episcopal Faith and its history? Interested in Confirmation, Reception or Reaffirmation?

Join St. Matthew’s and The Rt. Rev. Ted Gulick, Bishop of Kentucky each Wednesday Evening in Lent starting February 24 at 6:30 p.m.

A light supper (soup, cheese, and fruit) will be offered at 6:00 p.m., before the program. Please sign up on the bulletin board or call 895-3485 to make your reservation by Friday, February 19. It is important for us to know the number of family members who will be attending the supper. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow in understanding of your faith AND to visit with our Bishop before his retirement this summer

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Possibilities for education and growth

On Wednesday nights in Lent, we will offer a special program in Clingman Chapel and the Sanctuary. Each evening will begin with a Lenten soup supper at 6:00 p.m., and end following Compline at 7:45. Bishop Gulick will be here to lead the program.

Also on Wednesdays, Youth Confirmation will begin at 6:00 p.m. with dinner, and a meeting from 6:30-7:30 p.m. We will meet each Wednesday, February 24-March 31. See Emily Schwartz for more information.

Living the Questions A Lenten twist! “Living the Questions” - lively, thoughtful, and rewarding. A perfect Lenten discipline! Sunday mornings, 9:00-9:50 a.m. We continue to offer 4 or 5 adult classes after the 10:00 service as well.

Bible Study The Monday morning Bible Study (10:00-11:15 a.m.) continues reading the story of King David (1 and 2 Samuel). You are welcome to join us, even if it is just for the season of Lent. We meet each week to study Scripture together, with coffee and snacks.

Jewish-Christian Dialogue The Jewish-Christian Dialogue: Repentance and Anticipation, Monday, February 22, and Monday,CANCELED March 8, 7:00-8:30 p.m.,- WILL in the Lounge, BE with RESCHEDULED Rabbi Laura Metzger and the Rector.

Horizon Readers The Horizon Readers group meets each Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the Parents In Conversation room located on the lower level. We are currently reading Eckhard Tolle’s A New Earth. Everyone is welcome!

Going Deeper Spiritually Going Deeper Spiritually meets on three Thursdays in Lent: February 18, March 4, and March 14, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. We will be reading and discussing Nevada Barr’s Seeking Enlightenment, Hat by Hat.

Women In Conversation This on-going book discussion group of “youngish” women, meets each Thursday, 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Lounge. During Lent we will discuss Simple Ways Toward the Sacred by Guinella Norris. Childcare is provided.

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Weekday Worship

A commitment to weekday worship during Lent can be something meaningful to “take on” for the 40 days. Morning Prayer is said each weekday (M-F) at 9:00 a.m. in the chapel, and Evening Prayer (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday) has been moved from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (The Holy Eucharist is celebrated on Tuesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. in the chapel.) On the Wednesdays in Lent (except Ash Wednesday), a healing service and Holy Eucharist is offered at 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist will be celebrated each Wednesday at 12:00 noon during Lent. Services begin on February 24 and continue through March 31. Holy Week walking the way of the cross Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday, March 28. Palms are distributed at each service, and there is a grand procession at 10:00 as we join the crowd cheering Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. But the day that begins so joyously ends with the account of Jesus’ Passion, and we begin to walk the way of the cross with Christ. There are celebrations of the Holy Eucharist at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of Holy Week, and on Wednesday at noon. On Maundy Thursday, April 1, there is a service at 6:30 p.m., commemorating Jesus’ Last Supper. The Maundy Thursday Agape* Dinner, a special St. Matthew’s tradition, begins afterwards in Saints Hall. The supper is simple, but festive, with home-made soup, and bread, cheese and wine brought by parishioners. *Agape is a Greek word meaning love, specifically self-sacrificing, unconditional love, the kind God shows us in Christ. On Good Friday, April 2, we remember Christ’s death on the cross. The service is at 12:00 Noon, and the church remains open until 3:00 p.m. for prayer and meditation. We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you, because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world. The children of the parish get a headstart on Easter with an Easter Egg Hunt on Holy Saturday, April 3 at 3:00 p.m. The adults wait until dark to celebrate…

Easter The Feast of the Resurrection

The Great Vigil of Easter, which begins at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 3, is probably the most dramatic service of the year. It begins in darkness and ends with the joyful Easter acclamation: He is risen! A festive reception follows to mark the end of our Lenten fast. EASTER SUNDAY, April 4, is the greatest of our feast days, for we are an Easter people. Note the different service times: 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., as well as 5:00 p.m.

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LentenLenten ComplineCompline ServicesServices

Quiet, peace, prayers, and music in the midst of a chaotic world

Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

Lent I, February 21 Michael Lambert, violin

Lent II, February 28 Christian Rodahaffer, guitar

Lent III, March 7 Jean Hutchinson, flute

Lent IV, March 14 Charlie Patton, cello

Lent V, March 21 Emily Schwartz, soprano

Palm Sunday, March 28 Linda Wardell, hammered dulcimer

12 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant

JOIN BRANDON FOR BAGELS - 9:15 each Sunday in the Youth area. February / March Pancake Supper Prep Laser Blaze Sunday, February 14 Sunday, March 21 5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. We will get things ready for the annual pancake supper Drop off and pick up at Laser Blaze. Bring $5 towards expenses (on Tuesday, February 16). and extra money for arcade games too. Service hours for prep and the supper. Easter Eggs and Tacos Movie Night Sunday, March 28 Sunday, February 21 5:30-7:30 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. We will fill the Easter eggs with candy, for the Easter Egg hunt. Movies, Games and Dinner! We’ll have tacos for dinner! Service hours.

Ice Skating Sunday, February 28 SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES 12:00-3:00 p.m. We will have lunch after church school then carpool to Iceland. TUESDAY, February 16 Pick up at Iceland at 3:00 p.m. or SMEC by 3:15 p.m. Mardi Gras / Shrove Tuesday Bring money for concession stand. We will pay for your skating and skates. Pancake Supper 5:30-7:00 p.m. This is the primary youth fund raiser for the year! Service Project Help is needed in the afternoon and evening. Sunday, March 7 Youth and Youth parents: come anytime after school through dinner. Service hours. 5:30-7:30 p.m. We will have dinner too! Service hours. THURSDAY, March 4 Cornerstone Game Night We will meet at SMEC at 6:00 p.m. for a ride to the Cathedral. Babysit, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 14 Return to SMEC for pick up at 8:00 p.m. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Board games, BINGO, movies and dinner. Also, service hours on SUNDAY, February 14, SUNDAY, March 7, This information and more is on the church web site at: and SUNDAY, March 28, www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! during youth group! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

13 ADULT ED

Coming Up

HORIZON READERS will be reading Eternal Life: A New Vision by Bishop John Shelby Spong, author of Jesus for the Non-Religious, Why Christianity Must Change or Die, Sins of Scripture, and many other books. He has written. . “ a remarkable spiritual journey about his lifelong struggle with the questions of God and death, revealing how he came to a new conviction about eternal life.” (from his website) We expect to be starting this discussion April 13. If you would like to order a book, please call Lee Fletcher, 896-1224, or send an email to [email protected] before Wednesday, March 31.

Dimensions of Faith

“You are about to read an absurd and ridiculous book.” So begins Brian D. McLaren’s spiritual autobiography, A Generous Orthodoxy: Why I am a missional + evangelical + post/ protestant + liberal/conservative + mystical/poetic + biblical + charismatic/contemplative + fundamentalist/calvinist + anabaptist/anglican + methodist + catholic + green + incarnational + depressed-yet-hopeful + emergent + unfinished Christian. McLaren’s humor and insight have made him one of the country’s most innovative and influential Christian leaders, thinkers, and activists—as well as one of its most provocative. Named one of Time magazine’s “25 Most Influential Evangelicals in America” in 2005, McLaren’s books include A New Kind of Christian; The Story We Find Ourselves In; The Last Word and the Word After That; Adventures in Missing the Point; Everything Must Change: Jesus, Global Crisis, and a Revolution of Hope, as well as Finding Our Way Again: The Return of the Ancient Practices, and his latest, A New Kind of Christianity. He serves as a board chair for Sojourners/Call to Renewal (sojo.net), and is a founding member of Red Letter Christians, a group of communicators seeking to broaden and deepen the dialogue about faith and public life. His thinking ranges from ancient practices to a new way of believing. Brian McLaren will be preaching and speaking at St. Matthew’s on May 23 as part of the Dimensions of Faith series, and our ongoing mission to challenge our thinking and renew our spirits. Stay tuned for more information.

A Pilot Program

You’re invited to join the exploring! The Adult Education Committee is offering a new format that will surely stimulate your thought and faith journey. That’s the venture testing ahead. During the five Sundays of LENT (beginning February 21), this pilot program will begin at 9:00 a.m., and journey through the popular “Living the Questions” series. Always provocative, the series invites participants to entertain such vital concerns as Biblical authority, the life of Christ, and weekday issues of faith. The Adult Committee has created this “pilot” program to learn from parishioners the viability of this particular time frame on Sundays. The Committee is wondering if several folks from the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist might participate, joining with a few who will arrive early for the 10:00 service.

14 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Jody Fletcher, chair, Social Concerns committee Cornerstone St. Matthew’s Red Cross Blood Drive Cook: Monday, March 1 was a success! Babysit: Thursday, March 4 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thanks to our wonderful parishioners and people from our To cook or send food, sign up on community, we collected 45 units of blood for the Red Cross! the bulletin board, or call Despite a cold, steady rain, almost everyone kept their scheduled Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. appointments and additional donors showed up to fill in the extra time slots! To volunteer to baby sit, call For those who came and were unable to donate, thank you for coming and Diane Clark, 245-5633. we hope you will be able to donate in the future. Special thanks go to the Sitters meet for conversation wonderful volunteers who made the drive possible - Sarah Causey, Peggy and a light dinner at Enriquez, Jody Fletcher, Sharon Nesmith, Dottie Rohrer, Bobbie Stone, Whole Foods on March 4 at Hildegarde Temple and Jean Wacker. The Red Cross extends its thanks 5:15 p.m. then carpool to the and appreciation to St. Matthew’s for hosting another successful blood drive. Cathedral at 6:00 p.m. Baby sitters are needed. Please join us this month. Habitat for Humanity Cleaning out your Saturday, March 6 Help us build a home! clothes closet? 9:00 a.m. to Noon for a half day or If cleaning out your closet is on your “to do” list for spring, 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. please remember St. Matthew’s Clothes Closet. We still Bring work gloves and a collect clothing and take it to several downtown locations hammer. On-the-job training is which are in need of our donations. provided. Lunch is also provided. The collection room has been moved to the closet across (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) from the church office. The door is on the left of the drinking fountains. It will be closed, but unlocked. Please bring clean, Calvary / St. George’s neatly folded clothes in bags, boxes, or on hangers. If the Food Collection door is locked, you can leave clothes in the Narthex closet Sunday or ask a staff member to unlock it for you. Sunday, March 7 Your donations are always appreciated! Please bring in a bag of nonperishable items. Place them in the basket in the Narthex coat room. If you forget Sunday morning, bring items in the following A Lenten opportunity week. Our donations are vital to St. John’s Center, an emergency day shelter and social services center for keeping these food banks homeless men, needs our help. We will be collecting items for the center stocked throughout the month. throughout Lent. Tight economic times have made it difficult for the center to serve the growing number of men who need their services. Please check Serve lunch at St. John’s Wish List below and bring in several items to help. Wayside Christian Mission WISH LIST: Garbage bags (13 gallon), bleach, stamps, powdered coffee creamer, Sunday, March 14 sugar, bar soap, disposable razors, paper towels, toilet paper, skin lotion, 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. shampoo, men’s spray deodorant, rain ponchos, new socks, gloves and For more information, please call stocking hats. Sarah Weston, 426-6678. 15 FROM THE GREEN TEAM

Invitation to an Earth Friendly Lenten Discipline

The Green Team of St. Matthew’s would like to invite some of you to consider joining in an earth friendly work of service for the season of Lent. St. Matthew’s will be hosting its Lenten suppers on the Wednesday nights of Lent. It seems amiss to us on the Green Team that during this season of heightened spiritual practice and conscious sacrifice in preparation for Easter, that we, as a church, in our gathering together for simple meals, should, for the sake of convenience, also produce large volumes of paper and plastic trash to be sent out from us to our society’s landfills (not to mention the impacts of producing it in the first place). So, we are seeking some volunteers to help us either set up or clean up for these meals so we can enjoy healthy food and use durable plates and utensils. If you would like to join us in this discipline for the season, please contact Louise Shawkat, [email protected], or call the church office at 895-3485.

The following poem is from the new book Leavings by Wendell Berry Questionnaire

1. How much poison are you willing to eat for the success of the free market and global trade? Please name your preferred poisons. 2. For the sake of goodness how much evil are you willing to do? Fill in the following blanks with the names of your favorite evils and acts of hatred. 3. What sacrifices are you prepared to make for culture and civilization? Please list the monuments, shrines, and works of art you would most willingly destroy. 4. In the name of patriotism and the flag, how much of our beloved land are you willing to desecrate? List in the following spaces the mountains, rivers, towns, farms you could most readily do without.

16 Compline, Vigil, Living the Spirit Prayer Service Project, Youth Group: for all ages, Church School Questions, Compline, Iceskating, Youth Group: for all ages, Church School Questions, Eggs & Tacos, Youth Group: Easter for all ages, Church School Compline, Compline, Dimensions of Faith, Laser Blaze, Youth Group: for all ages, Church School Questions, Compline, Game Night, Youth Group: for all ages, Church School Questions, Compline, Movie Night, Youth Group: for all ages, Church School Questions, 21 14 28 21 28 7 Living the Living the Living the Living the Living the SUNDAY PALM SUNDAY 7p 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 12 Noon 11a 5:30p 11a 11a 11a 11a 5:30p 5:30p 9a 9a 9a 5:30p 9a 9a 5:30p 11a 7p

EFM, EFM,

EfM, Bible Study, EfM, Bible Study, Bridge Group, EfM, Book Group, Bible Study, EfM, Bible Study, 22 29 22 15 8 March 1 MONDAY Bible Study, Bible Study, 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 10a 1:30p 7p 10a 10a 10a 10a 10a Alanon & AA, 30 23 16 Alanon & AA, Alanon & AA, 9 2 Alanon & AA, Horizon Readers, Vestry, Committee Mtg., The Homebound Group, Men’s Breakfast 23 Alanon & AA, Horizon Readers, Meeting, Committee Social Concerns Alanon & AA, Horizon Readers, Ladies Group, Former EfM 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 2:30p TUESDAY Horizon Readers, Horizon Readers, Horizon Readers, 6:30p 8:30a 5:30p 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 9a 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 24 10 3 Choir Practice, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Lenten Program, Youth Confirmation, Lenten Supper, Eucharist, Healing Service and EfM, 17 31 24 WEDNESDAY 9a 9a 9a 9a 9a 9a 5:30p 5:30p 5:30p 5:30p 5:30p 5:30p 6p 6p 6p 6p 6p 6p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6p 6p 6p 6p 6p 6p Conversation, Women In Holy Eucharist, Conversation, Women In Art Group, MAUNDY THURSDAY SOS, Ladies Lunch Bunch, Conversation, Women In

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Training, Living the Spirit Conversation, Women In SOS, Conversation, SOS, Daughters of the King, Art Group 18 April 1 25 THURSDAY Women In 11:30a 7p Art Group Art Group Art Group Art Art Group, 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a Golden Bells, Lock-In, 4th & 5th Grade Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, GOOD FRIDAY Newcomers & AA, AT NOON OFFICE CLOSES Holy Eucharist, Living the Spirit Ladies AA, AA GROUPS NO EVENING Golden Bells, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, 26 12 5 2 26 19 Kick-off, 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p FRIDAY 11:30a 6:30p 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 6p 9a 11:30a Noon 6:45p 9a 9a 9a 9a Cursillo, 13 6 27 3 27 20 Training, Living the Spirit Habitat, Cursillo, Food Pantry, Cursillo, Dreamer” worshop, “Awakening the The Green Team Cursillo, of Easter, The Great Vigil Easter Egg Hunt, Class, Baptismal Prep Habitat, Cursillo, Cursillo, SATURDAY 10a 10a 7:30a 8:30a 10:30a 8a 9p 8a 10a 8a 8a 8a 8a 3p

17 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of February 21 Week of February 28 Ahern: Kevin, Ali, Eden Beck: Joe, Michael, Kathryn Albrecht: John-Michael, Lynn, Jessa, Heather, Becker: Lauren John-Michael, Kathryn, Samantha Beggs: Tim Anderson: Ib Behr: Jodi, Peter, Laura, Adam Ardery: Philip, Anne Bell: Connie Bach: Sue Bell: Don, Joy Bailor: Jean Bell: Peter, Heather, Emma Ballerstedt: Mary Pat Bardenwerper: Dottie Benson-Jones: Laura, Michael Jones, Henry, Afton, William Barrett: Melissa, Mitch Shirrell Beury: George, Barbara Bartholomew: Chris, Elizabeth, Annabel, Lizzie Biasiolli: Gerry, Sue

Week of March 7 Week of March 14 Bingham: Edie Bowling: Kathy Birch: Alan, Catharine, Steven Brendel: Jo, Marcia Birch: David Bridge: Sam, Sue Bishop: Thomas, Ann Brill: Robert, Suellen Blackburn: Joy Broecker: Linda, Bruce Blake: Jim Brooks: David, Jackie Blakemore: Neville, Gray Henry Brown: Donald, Pat Bomar: Ben, Laura, Amanda Brown: Kaye Bond: Bill, Margaret, Margot, Charlie Brown: Tim, Pam Bower: Robert, Jea Brown: Bill, Todd

Week of March 21 Week of March 28 Bryant: Tina Carman: Anne, Christopher Bullock: Stephen, Elizabeth, John, Sarah Carman: Jesse Burdine: Pamela, Dakota, Shawn Carter: Jack, Jennette Burns: Frank, Carolyn, Meghan, Christopher Cartier-Giroux: Lisa, Cristian Busam: Donald, Priscilla, Shayla, Lainey, Joshua Cartwright: Betty Butler: Walter Causey: Kevin Callaghan: Jean Causey: Sarah Campbell: David, Frances Cayce: Kay Cappel: Jerry, Jean Hawxhurst Ceridan: Barry, Angie Carlisle: Mark Chapman: Dottie

Weekday Services Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer Tuesday: 7:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday: 6:00 p.m., Evening Prayer Wednesday: 12:00 Noon, Holy Eucharist • 5:30 p.m., Healing Service

18 PARISH FAMILY

Transfers In Richard and Marjorie Fitzgerald from St. Francis of Rome, Louisville, KY

Patrick Hohman from Cathedral of the Assumption, Louisville, KY

Marie Koelsch from Augustana Lutheran Church, Hobart, IN

Marriage We extend congratulations to Richard Knox and Frieda M. Howard on their marriage, January 7, in Scotsdale, AZ

Births Sophia Wolfe Trippe, December 29, daughter of Matt Trippe and Christy Wolfe

We extend congratulations to John and Alice Willingham on the birth of their granddaughter

Deaths Joseph H. Wallingford Jr., January 17 John C. Devitt, January 26

We are sorry to hear about the death of Joel Latto’s mother Paul and Jane Disney’s granddaughter Tim Brown’s grandfather Gene Langan’s grandson / Susan Langan’s son

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

19 St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Non-Profit Org. 330 N. Hubbards Lane U.S. Postage Louisville, Kentucky 40207 PAID (502) 895-3485 • (502) 895-3486 FAX Permit No. 7 www.stmatt-ky.org Masonic Home, Kentucky

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Parish Vestry Chris Bartholomew Becky Donovan Kitten Lawless Lynn Reese Bill Bond Brian Good Matthew Pardue Clay Smith Sue Bridge Nan Lang Susan Prater Rhody Streeter David Brooks Marty Lawfer Joe Paul Pruett Marilyn Swain Bill Cheatham

20 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s April 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER AT ST. MATTHEW’S

All services are in the Church unless otherwise indicated. Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer offered daily at 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Palm Sunday 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist with distribution of palms March 28 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist with procession with palms * 5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist with distribution of palms 8:00 p.m. Compline Monday of Holy Week 7:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Chapel) March 29 Tuesday of Holy Week 7:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Chapel) March 30 Wednesday of Holy Week 7:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (Chapel) March 31 12:00 Noon Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 5:30 p.m. Healing Service (Chapel) Maundy Thursday 6:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist * April 1 7:30 p.m. Agapé Dinner * (Saints Hall) (approximately) 8:45 p.m. Stripping of the Altar * The Watch continues in the chapel until midnight. Good Friday 12:00 Noon Good Friday Liturgy * April 2 6:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross Holy Saturday 9:00 a.m. Liturgy for Holy Saturday April 3 3:00 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt 9:00 p.m. The Great Vigil of Easter * Party to follow!

PLEASE NOTE: The times of our morning services are different. Easter Sunday 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, with choir * April 4 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, with choir * 5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist *child care is available 1 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, Stop for just a minute. This is it. Holy Week. Easter. You’re busy. I’m busy. The church is busy. All of that is great, but… This is what it’s all about. We’ve been doing a lot here lately, and I am so grateful to so many of you. The Living the Spirit campaign is off to a good start, and I am moved by the support from so many of you, especially in these difficult times. Our food pantry opened on March 20, and I am so proud of that! People are preparing for Confirmation, Youth Sunday is coming up, all kinds of good things, but… Remember who you are. Remember that you were loved into being and are being loved into eternity. Remember when you are in pain that Christ has gone before and walks with you now. Remember that there is no ending that does not have a promise of resurrection and new life. Come celebrate. Alleluia, Christ is risen. The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia! Yours in Christ, Lucinda +

Are you interested in Confirmation? Reception into the Episcopal Church? Reaffirming your baptismal vows in the presence of the Bishop? Our Bishop, The Rt. Rev. Edwin (Ted) Gulick, will be here on Sunday, April 25, and will administer the rites of Confirmation, Reception and Reaffirmation at the 10:00 service. (See pages 412-419 in the Book of Common Prayer.) Please let the church office know immediately if you are interested, or contact one of the clergy. CONFIRMATION is the mature, public affirmation of faith and commitment to the responsibilities of baptism, with the laying on of hands by a bishop; RECEPTION is for those already confirmed in another Church; and REAFFIRMATION is a public reaffirmation of baptismal promises in the presence of the bishop. The first two can only be done once; this last can be done whenever a person feels it is an appropriate time. Candidates for Confirmation or Reception are required to have done some preparation. Here at St. Matthew’s that includes the Via Media class, Bishop Gulick’s Lenten catechesis classes, or EfM.

2 LIVING THE SPIRIT

Jim Moyer, for the Living the Spirit Committee Co-chairs: Gaylee Gillim, Rick Lotz and Bill Cheatman Why is St. Matthew’s important?

Last Saturday there were two pieces in the Courier- contemporary issues of human relations, I sometimes Journal mentioning St. Matthew’s. One was on the have a concern that the media attention on this current editorial page, commending St. Matthew’s for “walking topic overshadows many good works which are very the walk” in connection with its policy and practice on important to our parish life. single-sex blessings. This topic, of course, received Last Sunday’s (March 21) gospel lesson from John significant attention in the newspaper, in conversation recounted the anointing of Jesus at Bethany. The in the narthex, and on blogs. Perhaps less-noticed was most famous line from the gospel is sometimes a smaller item in the “Metro” section, announcing that misquoted or misapplied: “You always have the poor St. Matthew’s was opening a food pantry. with you.” (John 12:8.) Taken out of context, this In answering the question, “Why is St. Matthew’s quotation perhaps sounds an indifference toward the important?”, I would draw attention to both pieces, but poor: they’re always around, what can you do? I would ask particular focus on the food pantry item — Jesus, however, is saying that his days with his the less spectacular, less topical news article. St. friends and disciples are limited, and is explaining why Matthew’s tradition of community outreach is well- it is appropriate to anoint him with expensive perfume. established and broad in scope. Whether it is the new He is hardly disparaging the poor or service to the food pantry, the support of orphans in Kenya, poor. A fair reading of the scope of the gospels, and providing post-Katrina flood relief to St. Anna’s in New certainly of the Old Testament, shows great concern Orleans, Habitat for Humanity in Louisville, or and compassion for the poor, the widowed, and the numerous other projects, St. Matthew’s has “walked outcast. St. Matthew’s does “walk the walk” in this the walk” in service to the local, national, and global vital area of ministry, and it is but one reason why community. While I am proud of our addressing St. Matthew’s is important.

Reflections from children on Living the Spirit

Inclusiveness is important This illustration, just one to St. Matthew’s: chosen from many, everybody has a voice illustrates the profound worth hearing, and that impact our community certainly includes our has on our children ... children. and it reveals how much we can learn from them. This month, Living the At St. Matthew’s, we all Spirit brings in views are safe to be true: true to from our children and ourselves, to each other, youth as a vivid part of and to the community. the spiritual emphasis of May this giving spirit our campaign. Youngsters inspire us as we work in our church school together to meet and were invited to tell what exceed our Living the they love about St. Spirit goal, opening the Matthew’s in words and way for us to do so much more. pictures.

3 PARISH NEWS

Saints Hall Kitchen EMERGENCY PREPARATION TIPS Our kitchen is in need of kitchen hand towels and dish cloths. If you can contribute any of these – new or slightly Supply Kit for your vehicle used – it would be greatly appreciated. Please give them to Ann Davis, Karen Hill, or drop them off at the You should keep a small version of your receptionist’s desk at anytime. Thank you. emergency supply kit in your vehicle, in case you are commuting or traveling when disaster strikes. • Bottled water and non-perishable high energy foods, such as granola bars, raisins and Like to be peanut butter • Flashlight and extra batteries better • Blanket • Booster cables connected? • Fire extinguisher (5 lb., A-B-C type) Why not subscribe to our Parish Email list? Parish-wide • Maps emails are sent about twice every week. They include • Shovel announcements about events in the life of our parish that • Tire repair kit and pump we think are of particular importance. You can subscribe to • Flares or other emergency marking devices the list by going to: http://www.stmatt-ky.org/dada. In the “Choose a list” box, “ParishNews” should be showing. Make sure the “Subscribe” button is selected. Type your Outdoor Warning Sirens email address in the “Email Address” box, then “Submit There are 120 outdoor warning sirens located Your Information”. If you have problems, send an email to throughout the Louisville area. The sirens will be [email protected] and ask to be subscribed. activated when a tornado warning or chemical emergency occurs. They can also be activated for other emergencies. The outdoor warning sirens are intended to alert people who are outside to severe weather, Furniture for the “new” chemical or other emergencies. The system is not designed to provide notification inside your home Education for Ministry room or business. If you hear an outdoor warning By now, you may have noticed a new addition to and a new siren, you should seek shelter inside immediately. name for the former Meeting Room B. The Education for Once inside, you should turn on a television or Ministry room (EfM) now has a wonderful round table for radio to learn further information. Local officials 14 and a roomy credenza. will be disseminating information about the emergency through these outlets. The outdoor It’s with pleasure that EfM students and graduates give warning sirens are tested on the second Tuesday these in honor and thanksgiving of the Rev. Moray of each month at 12 noon to ensure they are Peoples. We are so grateful for his steadfast dedication to working properly. each one of us and the program. The material is wonderful, but Moray as our mentor creates a safe atmosphere where For more information, including recommendations on we can ask questions and trust each other with our most additional items to consider adding to an emergency supply inner spiritual thoughts. As EfM reminds us, each baptized kit, visit: http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/index.html. person is called to ministry. Moray has served in many capacities, and we are so grateful for his ministry to us. We are humbled. We chose a round table because the community of the The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group is paramount. We wanted to be able to see each We will dine at the O’Charley’s in Springhurst, Thursday, person and hear each person as we studied together. We April 15, 11:30 a.m. Please RSVP with Betty Triplett, 384- hope that this new furniture will complement the activities 0244 – reservations are needed in advance – and let her of other church groups as well. know if you want to carpool. All are welcome! 4 PARISH NEWS

The Great Vigil of Easter Please join us on Saturday, April 3 at 9:00 p.m. for the Great Vigil of Easter service, with a festive reception following the service. This is a glorious night as we end our Lenten Fast and celebrate the resurrestion. Sign up on the bulletin board if you can bring a dessert or something sweet. All are welcome!

Fitness Network – The Women’s Board of the Spring 2010 Episcopal Church Home Maybe you want to run a 10-K and could use a training The Episcopal Church Home provides care for partner – residents of all faiths, and many of our St. Matthew’s OR, maybe you want to just have a peaceful walk with parishioners are residents. The Women’s Board a friend and enjoy the coming spring- maintains a Scholarship Fund to help residents with necessities when personal funds are not available. So OR, maybe you want to shoot some hoops with the please do your part and support the Women’s Board guys – annual fundraiser. Tickets for the Annual Style Show & OR, maybe you want to cruise River Road on your Luncheon are available on Sunday after each service - bicycle with a pack of like minded cyclists. 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., along with Whatever would relax your body and soothe your soul Opportunity Tickets. The luncheon is scheduled for this spring – you may discover there’s someone right April 16 at The Olmsted. Mark your calendars and here in our church who shares your fitness passion – show you care by purchasing tickets! thru our Fitness Network which will be active this April – Diane Clark and May. How does it work? 1) Show what your interests are on the questionnaire. 2) Common interests will be compiled and matchups Horizon Readers will be returned to you. Horizon Readers will not meet the two weeks following 3) Choose any options that work for you on that list Palm Sunday and Easter. and enjoy your activities in April and May. We will begin Eternal Life: A New Vision: Beyond There is already interest in running, walking, bicycling, Religion, Beyond Theism, Beyond Heaven and Hell, by basketball, softball, lap swimming, golf, tennis and Bishop John Shelby Spong on April 13. Spong writes dance. But, there’s no guarantee of a matchup for every of his spiritual journey that has led to “a new conviction activity. The goal is to identify and help organize a time, about eternal life”. place, etc., for as many as possible Please join us on Tuesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 How do I learn more? p.m. If you would like to order a book, please call Lee Fletcher, 896-1224, or send an email to Call, click or email for a questionnaire: [email protected]. ! Email: [email protected] ! Call: 895-3485 ! Go online: www.stmatt-ky.org and click Fitness Network The Men’s Breakfast Group ! On Facebook or Twitter: StMattFitNet Questionnaires are also available in Narthex We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, or on the bulletin board at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across from Norton For more information contact Karen Hill, Roger Dutschke, Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not Stephen Hall, Becky Donovan, or Lauren Becker. just retired or senior folks. 5 PARISH NEWS

How to Raise It takes a Parish a Resilient Child You’ve heard that it takes a village to raise a child. Well, it takes a Parish to put on a great party! The a Seminar by Dr. Lee Baucom Progressive Adventure was a fun event at which many people learned a lot about St. Matthew’s while they Botox for 20-somethings, MySpace obsession, and socialized and enjoyed good food and drink! Lots of “reality” TV shows are part of today’s American people participated in making the event a huge success. culture. Undeniably ill-prepared contestants on I’d like to thank those people. Thanks to Clay Smith American Idol—genuinely shocked when cast off and and Jay Crocker who did all the logistics in making the told a singing career is not in their future—are tours run smoothly. Thanks to Linda Collins and comforted by their parents and told “You can do Winslow Fairleigh who made the building look anything.” So how do we support our children without magical. Thanks to the Cooks and Bottle Washers for making them feel entitled? How do you raise a child preparing all the delicious food we sampled as we made with good self-esteem, not a narcissist? our way around the building on the tours, and our ‘bartenders’ who kept everyone in wine and soft drinks Dr. Lee Baucom believes we need to raise children to be as they moved along. Speaking of tours, thanks to our resilient, to be able to bounce back when trouble splendid tour guides, Shannon Frey, Ed Hill, Jay strikes, not break and shatter. We need to help our Crocker, Gaylee Gillim, Ruthe Holmberg, Bill children focus on gratitude and serving their Cheatham and Greg Petrites, and their ‘wranglers’ community and world, not just themselves. Dr. Baucom who had the difficult job of keeping the groups moving will show us how, in his down-to-earth approach and along, Susan Prater, Jody Fletcher, Emily Pruett, with his emphasis on solutions to your common Sarah Clement and Clay Smith. Special thanks to the problems. clergy and staff who provided support, advice and hard Please join us May 8, from 9:30 to 4:30. And best of all work in making the kick off of our Living the Spirit campaign so much fun. it’s free—you just have to register. Lunch and light refreshments throughout the day will be provided. I hope everyone had as much fun as I did. I hope you Childcare is available, but advanced notice is needed. If learned something interesting about St. Matthew’s that you have any questions or would like to register, please you didn’t know before. I also hope everyone came up contact me at 749-6987 or [email protected]. with a new appreciation of how we’re living the spirit every day. Thanks for coming! – Reneé Thompson – Marty Lawfer And thanks to Marty Lawfer who organized it all! – Lucinda

NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH!

Bishop Gulick will ordain our own Mary Jane Cherry as a deacon on Saturday, April 17, at 2:00 p.m., here at St. Matthew’s, along with two other candidates. Put it on your calendar now! (Yes, it’s Thunder, but you can go at 4:00. This is too good to miss!) Mary Jane will be a permanent deacon, as opposed to a transitional deacon who later gets ordained as a priest. Deacons are called to a special ministry of servanthood, and are charged with bringing the needs, concerns and hopes of the world to the Church. At celebrations of the Eucharist, deacons read the Gospel, set the table (altar), and give the dismissal – which Mary Jane will do for the first time on Sunday, April 18 at 10:00.

6 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Emily Schwartz, Assistant Rector “Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est. Where charity and love are, God is there.”

I am struck by these words each that point where your shoulders and heart lift as you let time I say, read or sing them. yourself enter into the pain, joy and experience of As someone who dislikes categories and extremes, I another. It is the connection. You feel fully present; gravitate to these words: God is in those places that are you feel that God is there. the most difficult to get to, but often touch the deepest Last week the youth confirmation class at St. and most vulnerable parts of ourselves. I say this as Matthew’s wrote “A New Creed.” They wrote both we tiptoe towards Holy Week, as we come to the place what they believe and what they believe is at the heart where Jesus was most vulnerable. Ubi caritas et amor, of the Christian tradition. One confirmand wrote so Deus ibi est. eloquently, “God can transform himself into his I hear these words differently this year. A lot has creations, in order to help them.” We believe that happened in this past year, both good and bad. I think where true love and charity prevail, God is there. This most of us can say the same thing. But, I’m finding is grace; love; mercy. The way of the cross that leads that love and charity prevail in the least likely places— to life. Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est. and often it finds me and not the other way around. It is grace, love and mercy that come when I am not Emily+ looking. We each may find a different name to explain REFLECTIONS ON FAITH & LIFE

A reflection from Bob Nesmith Beyond the B.S.

In a recent meeting with a group from Highland Baptist Like Borg, (who is coming to St. Matthew’s next year), Church, we were planning a series of Sunday evening Brian McLaren is helping us to understand God and discussions about Brian McLaren’s newest book “A Jesus in new ways. To become familiar with McLaren New Kind of Christianity.” (McLaren will be the next visit his web site, www.brianmclaren.net. TIME St. Matthew’s Dimensions of Faith speaker on May 23. magazine listed him as one of the 25 most influential Highland Baptist is co-sponsoring the event with St. American evangelicals. He is the author of several Matthew’s.) While discussing how to name the event books and a sought after speaker. The Archbishop of to make it inviting to people who are not normally in the Canterbury invited him to speak to gathered Anglican pews of either our parish or theirs, Joe Phelps, the bishops at Lambeth in 2008. Last summer he spoke at Pastor of Highland Baptist, said he hoped we would the Episcopal Church General Convention. attract people like a woman who recently told him, “I “A New Kind of Christianity” is subtitled “Ten think I want to be a Christian, but I just can’t believe all Questions That Are Transforming the Faith.” The book that stuff.” One suggested name was “Beyond the B.S.” challenges many commonly held beliefs, especially And that doesn’t stand for Bachelor of Science. those which some Christians believe fundamental to the When Marcus Borg’s book “Meeting Jesus Again for faith. McLaren’s ten questions are about “that stuff” the First Time” was published in 1994 a group at St. which bothers people, both in and out of the church, Matthew’s spent the summer reading and reflecting on when they become serious about the Christian faith. I a different understanding of Jesus and faith. For me encourage you to read the book, come to the Sunday this was the start of shedding outgrown and simplistic evening discussions and plan to hear McLaren when he images of Jesus, and embracing a believable Jesus who visits St. Matthew’s in May. strengthens my faith. I left “all that stuff” behind. 7 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries Restoring Right Relations The outer harmony that we desire between our economy and the world depends finally upon an inward harmony between our own hearts and the originating spirit that is the life of Members of St. Matthew’s are invited to join Kentucky all creatures, a spirit as near Interfaith Power and Light, Tuesday, April 6, 7:00 p.m. us as our flesh and yet forever beyond measures of this in Saints Hall, for a special evening in support of obsessively measuring age. We can grow good wheat and Greening West Louisville. This is an initiative designed make good bread only if we understand that we do not to assist churches in West Louisville in reducing their live by bread alone. — Wendell Berry energy costs. The dinner features special guest speaker I invite you to join your heart, hands and voice in Sally Bingham, author of Love God: Heal Earth. Sally conversations of faith and justice. If you would like to is an Episcopal priest, and is the national founder of the engage that conversation, join in planning for actions, and national Interfaith Power and Light, an organization support this vocation of faith in the life of St. Matthew’s, committed to organizing a religious response to global please let me know. Email me at [email protected], call climate change. The dinner is free, but it is a fundraiser, me on my cell at 541-8278, or participate in the discussion and so support for the work and organizations involved on Facebook by joining the group: “St. Matthew’s will be solicited. Episcopal Church” (go to www.facebook.com, click on For questions, contact Jerry Cappel. “Groups” and search for “St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church”). Reserve Your Seats Today! Blessings, To Register: www.kentuckyipl.org, [email protected], or 502-210-8920 Jerry+

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR LIBRARY! “Each one…reach one!” Such is the pattern of many organized growth efforts. We tend to communicate best one on one. Books are very personal conversations we can have with wise and wonderful people. This April we complete two full years with our fantastic Library! With the work of several professional librarians in our congregation, the St. Matthew’s Library has grown into a rich resource. There is something for people of many interests, and something for everyone from age 9 months to 99 years. As a new library volunteer, I have been amazed and excited to see all the books, tapes and DVDs we have! If you are one of the 165 folks who have already checked out items from the library, how about inviting one other church member to this special space? We would like to double the number of our “virtual” library cards! We are at the foot of the great staircase, just down the hall from the elevator. Something wonderful awaits. Remember: Each one…reach one! – Faith A. Huff 8 ADULT ED

Dimensions of Faith presents Brian D. McLaren

Mark your calendars and save the date: St. Matthew’s next visiting speaker in our Dimensions of Faith series is theologian Brian D. McLaren. He will speak at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, in Saints Hall. He will also preach at the 10:00 a.m. service and be available to sign his books during his visit. Time magazine calls Brian D. McLaren one of American’s 25 most influential evangelicals. Founding pastor of Cedar Ridge Community Church, an innovative, nondenominational church in the Baltimore-Washington region, McLaren is one of today’s most innovative Christian leaders, thinkers, and activists, and one of the most visible faces of the emergent movement. Chair of Sojourners/Call to Renewal, McLaren is also a founding member of Red Letter Christians, a group of communicators seeking to broaden and deepen the dialogue about faith and public life. He is a frequent guest on television, radio, and news media programs. He has appeared on many broadcasts including Larry King Live, Religion and Ethics Newsweekly, and Nightline. McLaren’s topics in his speeches, books and blog include postmodern thought and culture, Biblical studies, evangelism, leadership, global mission, spiritual formation, worship, pastoral survival and burnout, inter-religious dialogue, ecology, and social justice. His most recent book, A New Kind of Christianity, “examines 10 questions the church must answer as it heads toward a new way of believing.” (Publishers Weekly).

9 3p 10a 11a 8a 8a 9p 8a 8a 8:30a 2p Party to follow SATURDAY The Great Vigil of Easter, HOLY SATURDAY HOLY Cursillo, Baptismal Prep, Easter Egg Hunt, Cursillo, Cursillo, Dare-to-Care Food Pantry, Ordination and reception for Mary Jane Cherry, Cursillo, Habitat, May 1 Derby Day OFFICE IS CLOSED 6:45p Noon 9a 9a 9a 9a 11:30a g Prayer: Monday-Saturday 6:00 p.m. FRIDAY 6:45p 11:30a 6:45p 11:30a Golden Bells, Group, Ladies AA AA, Newcomers & 6:45p 6:45p 11:30a 11:30a Golden Bells, Group, Ladies AA AA, Newcomers & 30 16 17 23 24 23 910 Ladies AA Ladies AA Group, AA, Newcomers & Golden Bells, Ladies AA Group, AA, Newcomers & GOOD FRIDAY Golden Bells, Ladies AA, Holy Eucharist, OFFICE CLOSES NOON AT AA, Newcomers & 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 10:30a 9:30a 9:30a 7p 9:30a 9:30a 7:30p 7:30p Art Group Group Art THURSDAY 11:30a Art Group In Women Conversation, 29 MAUNDY THURSDAY MAUNDY Art Group, In Women Conversation, Holy Eucharist, Daughters of the King, SOS, 8 15 22 April 1 Art Group In Women Conversation, Art Group In Women Conversation, Women In Women Conversation, Going Deeper, Ladies’ Lunch Bunch, SOS, 6p 7a 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6p 7:45p 6:30p 5:30p 9a 8:30a 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 9a 9a 9a 9a Holy Eucharist, WEDNESDAY 28 Retired Men’s Breakfast, EFM, Adult Handbells, In Women Conversation Dark, After Choir, EFM, Adult Handbells, Choir, 7 14 21 31 EFM, Adult Handbells, Choir, EFM, Adult Handbells, Choir, EFM, Healing Service and Eucharist, Lenten Supper, Confirmation, Youth Lenten Program, Choir Practice, April 2010 6p 7:30p 7a 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 5:30p TUESDAY 6p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p Holy Eucharist, Horizon Readers, AA, Alanon & Horizon Readers, AA, Alanon & & Dinner Vestry Meeting, Horizon Readers, AA, Alanon & 6 13 20 30 Horizon Readers, AA, Alanon & Adult Ed Com. Mtg., KY Interfaith dinner, fund-raiser Horizon Readers, Alanon & AA, Alanon & 27 Check with the parish office, or look on the sheet posted in the office window. or look on the sheet posted in office Check with the parish office, 7a 6p 7p 10a 10a 10a 10a Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p MONDAY 5 12 19 29 Bible Study, Bible Study, EFM, Holy Eucharist, Bible Study, EFM, EFM, Bible Study, Bible Study, Habitat venue, 26 OFFICE IS CLOSED EFM, Bridge Group, Bible Study, Bible Study, EFM, NOTE: 4p 11:15a 12p 5:30p 12p 12p 5:30p 5:30p 5:30p 8p 5p 11:15a 11:15a 4p 3p SUNDAY Holy Eucharist: Sundays, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., and Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Evenin 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, Tuesdays, Holy Eucharist: Sundays, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., and March 28 11 18 4 25 Baptisms, Group, Youth Adult Ed, Choir, Treble PALM SUNDAY PALM Holy Eucharist, & 5p 9a, 11a Group, Youth Compline, Adult Ed, Choir, Treble Youth Group, Group, Youth EASTER SUNDAY Services: and 5p 9 & 11a Hearts4Kenya, Adult Ed, Choir, Treble Discernment Com. Mtg., RCRC, Group, Youth

10 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

“A Meditation for Today on the Gospel of the Prodigal Son” by The Rt. Rev. Brian Prior (the newly consecrated Bishop of the Diocese of Minnesota)

“We stood around the campfire after an exhausting week working at summer camp. One of the camp staff members began to reflect, “How did I get so lucky?” “What do you mean?” inquired a fellow staff person. “Think about it,” he responded. “We get to live on this beautiful lake spending our days having fun with kids. Again I ask, how did I get so lucky?” How often in our lives do we feel unworthy for what we have been given? One sibling gets to work at a summer camp, the other spends his in a hot warehouse. One friend is selected to be on the varsity team, the other for the junior varsity. One girl gets a car when she turns sixteen and the other still has to ride the bus to school. Life is filled with inequities. Yet there is one place where the playing field is always level – God’s unconditional love for us. Whether we are straight-A students or barely passing the class, the son who stayed or the one who blew all of his inheritance, have done things or left them undone, God loves us all the same. “ ~ Bishop Prior

Every day during Lent I have been reading Meditations on the internet. Some might call it a Lenten Discipline. For me, it is allowing myself to have a few moments to sit quietly and think about the Gospels through someone else’s eyes and heart. I loved the meditation above because I have met Bishop Prior and can see him writing about summer camp and about life as it is – unequal in so many ways – and about what is always equal – God’s love for each of us. I consider myself one of the luckiest women in the world. I have two wonderful families – my biological family and my church family. I am paid to do work that I LOVE. How can I be so lucky? I have lived with a debilitating chronic skin condition on my hands for the past two years which has humbled me in ways I would have never guessed and which has made me wiser. My life is richer today in ways I would have never dreamed when I was young, thin, without wrinkles, and could see without reading glasses. I am finding that the less I own, the more I have. And, most importantly, I know that God loves me unconditionally. So there is more to my life than luck. I am truly blessed as are you. May your hearts be filled with the absolute joy that is Easter and may you find room in your schedule that is full to overflowing, for time with God each day. ~ Joy! Debbi

The Bridge will be closed on March 28 and April 4 while the 2nd through 5th graders attend church with their families. The Bridge will return to Clingman Chapel through May 16 when it will close for the summer.

Pentecost, May 23, is going to be so exciting in church that no one will want to miss it!

NO CHURCH SCHOOL CLASSES on Palm Sunday, March 28, or Easter Day, April 4.

11 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant

JOIN BRANDON FOR BAGELS - 9:15 each Sunday in the Youth area. April HAPPY EASTER Senior Recognition Sunday Sunday, April 4 Sunday, April 18 No Youth Group! 10:00 a.m. Service Help send our Seniors off in style! Spring Break Last Hurrah! Sunday, April 11 Confirmation Sunday 5:30-7:30 p.m. with the Bishop Enjoy the last day of Spring Break Sunday, April 25 with St. Matt’s friends. 10:00 a.m. Service Movies, games and dinner!

A Special Celebration and Dinner Sunday, April 18 5:30-7:30 p.m. SERVICE Come and congratulate the 2010 Confirmation group. OPPORTUNITIES Let’s Go to the Movies! SATURDAY, APRIL 3 Sunday, April 25 We will meet at the theatre around 3:30 p.m. 3:00 p.m. and then see a movie. We will buy your ticket. Bring $$ for concessions. Help with the church (More details to come on exact times and movie choices) Easter Egg Hunt

After Derby Party THURSDAY, APRIL 8 Sunday, May 2 Babysitting for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cornerstone Kids We will find out who had the winner and do a little Derby celebrating! Bring a snack to This Cornerstone date is during share (if you wish). the week of Spring Break. If you are interested in babysitting, This information and more is on the church web site at: you must let Lynn know ASAP. www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

12 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Jody Fletcher, chair, Social Concerns committee Calvary / St. George’s Food Collection Emerency Food Bags Sunday We all want to help those who are hungry but we don’t Sunday, April 4 always know how. Please bring in a bag of Perhaps you work downtown and as you walk to your nonperishable items. office you pass people who need food. Place them in the basket in the Narthex coat room. Perhaps you pass folks, on the street, who are asking for money. If you forget Sunday morning, bring items in the following week. Sometimes these situations are uncomfortable. We want to help but we don’t Our donations are vital to keeping know if money is the solution. these food banks stocked The youth group has prepared a supply of Emergency food bags-small lunch throughout the month. bags containing several nonperishable snacks. These bags are available to Cornerstone parishioners who recognize a need. You can put some in your car so that you Cook: Monday, April 5 have them available to give to those in need. A food bag can be a positive alternative to money. 9:30 a.m. Prepare a Cornerstone meal with You may think of other uses, depending on your circumstances. friends in St. Matthew’s kitchen or These bags are in Lynn’s office and are available during office hours and on Babysit: Thursday, April 8 Sunday. Please help us give them out! 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Cathedral To cook or send food, sign up on the bulletin board, or call Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. To volunteer to baby sit, call Diane Clark, 245-5633. Mark Your Sitters meet at Whole Foods on April 8 at 5:15 p.m. then carpool to Calendar! the Cathedral at 6:00 p.m. Baby sitters are always Join St. Matthew’s American Cancer Society needed. Relay For Life team on Sunday, June 6 for Breakfast/Brunch in Saints Hall at 9:00 a.m. Habitat for Humanity (after the 8:00 a.m. service) and at 11:00 a.m. (after the 10:00 a.m. service) Saturday, April 10 for a delicious, healthy meal to celebrate our parishioners and loved ones who 8:30 a.m. to Noon for a half day or are cancer survivors and remember those we’ve lost to cancer. See you then! 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. Contact Marty Lawfer, 327-6057 or [email protected] NOTE: This is a week later than usual because of Easter. Join our crew. On-the-job training and lunch are provided. (carpool from church, 8:25 a.m.) Serve lunch at St. John’s Center Wayside Christian Thanks You! Mission Sunday, April 11 St. John’s Center, an emergency day shelter and social services center for homeless men, is grateful to St. Matthew’s for your generous Lenten 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. donations of items on their “wish list”. Tight economic times have made it For more information, please call difficult for the center to serve the growing number of men who need their Sarah Weston, 426-6678. services. Thank you!

13 NEWS FROM . . .

NOTE: St. Matthew’s supports 60 orphans in Rongo, Kenya. Daniel runs the orphanage. Remember, as you read this that English is not Daniel’s first language! Interested in more information or getting involved? Contact Cathy Sutton, 451-6728

We are doing fine in the Lord. We really praise God for the following achievements, that we have received as a family: 1. We thank God for the extension of the land for the Center by the Government. 2. We thank God for the good health and unity, we have as a family. 3. We thank God for the orphans who are able now able to eat, get Education, and sleep well, having hope voice and future because of your help. 4. We thank God for the 42 orphans who are now working in different areas, after completing their training in Carpentry and Tailoring, some are self Employed, we are proud of them, courtesy of your prayers and support. 5. We thank God for 2 orphans who are now teaching, Job and Kennedy. Job is a trained teacher. Kennedy is looking forward to join training this year as God provides the funds. 6. We thank God for Harrison Ooko who is now doing his Degree Course in food science, he had lost hope of education after both his parents died, leaving him with his elder brother helpless, now he is having voice, hope and future courtesy of your love prayers and support. 7. We have Joseph Odieny who is now teaching Tailoring. He will take over from Gabriel when he retires, possibly next year as Gabriel is now advance in age. Joseph is among the first student to be trained in Tailoring. We have many good stories of orphans whose lives have been changed as a result of your love prayers and support, even physical they have changed, morally they are changed. They are highly disciplined in school. We get this report from teachers. It is our prayer that we will continue to give the orphans, voice hope and future, through your prayers and support. We have started a school in the center for the young ones who cannot walk to school as the school is far. Pray for us that God will provide for us enough support to pay the teachers. Thanks for your love and prayers, Rongo Kenya Kids committee. – Daniel

We have been working on the dining hall cost and design, we need a dining hall attached with the kitchen, kitchen alone will cost about 490,000 (Kenya shillings or $7,000) given the current cost of material, if add the cost of dining hall and food store it comes to about 1,700,000 Kenya shillings, but this can be done in bits as we have done before. It can be our big project for this year and may be part of next year, we can start with kitchen, as now we are finding it hard as it is raining, sometimes the kitchen roof is leaking, and firewood gets rained on, and making food is hard for our cook Caroline.

Children reading new Books

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Joseph receiving a new Bicycle from Tikiko a committee member

Girls coming back from school, some needs new shoes, as God provides we will buy the shoes for school.

Thanks for your love and prayers Rongo Kenya kids Committee

THE BADRI FAMILY On Sunday, February 14, Lucinda announced that Kentucky Refugee Ministries had offered St. Matthew’s the opportunity to co-sponsor a young Iraqi family of three who were arriving on Tuesday, February 23. She said if there was enough interest expressed that day, the parish would agree. THANK YOU St. Matthew’s for stepping up to the plate and offering sponsorship to this young family: Fadi Badri (27), Sally Salim (24) and Maryam who is better known as Meme (2 1/2). All of us involved cannot thank you enough for your generosity in making it possible to completely furnish an apartment by Saturday the 20th. This is absolutely THE MOST GIVING group of people. Fadi, Sally and Meme are settled in and have begun attending classes at Kentucky Refugee Ministries. Fadi’s classes are every morning Monday through Friday and include English as a second language, cultural education and world of work. Sally and Meme go three days to the Family Center where Sally gets English as a second language while Meme is part of a play group. Fadi has a B.S. in accounting and has worked as a T.V. producer. Sally studied Computer Science. Both speak, read and write some English. The Badri family came to us from Damascus where they have been living since fleeing Baghdad three years ago. They are a delightful family and are transitioning beautifully. Fadi, Sally and Meme are Chaldean Christians and they are currently worshipping with us on Sunday mornings at 10. If you haven’t met them, please do. – Moray Peoples and Sharon Nesmith

15 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of April 4 Week of April 11 Cheatham: Bill, Mary, Hamilton, Allen, Colin Collins: Terry, Georgianna Cherry: Steve, Mary Jane Collins: Shaver, Linda Christensen: John, Kris, Jackson Conway: Jack, Elizabeth, Evangeline Christian: Naomi Cook: Laura, Chloé Clark: Lou, Kitty Crocker: Candis Clark: Kevin, Mickey Peck Crocker: Jay, Clay Smith, Allen Schagene Clark: Melinda Cundiff: Lois Clark: Bob, Diane Currie: Amy Clement: Sarah, Greg Petrites Daley: Catherine, Kennedy Cleveland: Bess Danahy: Patricia

Week of April 18 Week of April 25 Danahy: Vicki, Dwayne Watson Dillman: Bruce, Anita Dangremond: Bob, Marie Koelsch Disney: Paul, Jane DaRif: Pat, Sally Thomas Dobroth: Alison Davis: Ann Dobroth: Virginia Davis: Joe Dodson: Frank Day: Joan Donovan: Becky Delph: Donna, Dorothy Johnson Donovan: Patrick, Kristin, Barrett, Clarie, Grace Deters: Lee, Penny Shaw Dooley: Ruby Diedenhofen: Cindy, Shannon Drybrough: Rosemary Dietrich: Bette Dumstorf: James, Heather, Ellie

16 PARISH FAMILY

Transfers In Lisa Dustin along with her son Ben from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Centreville, MD

Births Zoe Catherine Kitson, February 27, daughter of John and Anna Kitson and granddaughter of Joe and Naomi Scheirich

Delilah George Niehaus, March 1, daughter of Peter Niehaus and Cortney Lewis and granddaughter of Angela Koshewa and David Niehaus We extend congratulations to Allison Hall on the birth of her niece

Peg and Rodney Henderson on the birth of their granddaughter

We give thanks for bequests to St. Matthew’s from Helen Banks Al and Connie Janos

Deaths Lauree McKee, February 24 Thelma “Teddie” Thielen, February 28

We are sorry to hear about the death of Mary Lynn Kissling’s brother Brian Good’s aunt Brandon Brones’ grandfather Mike Hampton’s sister, Anne Hampton’s sister-in-law

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Parish Officers & Vestry Sue Bridge, Senior Warden Chris Bartholomew Nan Lang Clay Smith Bill Cheatham, Junior Warden Bill Bond Marty Lawfer Rhody Streeter Lynn Reese, Secretary Becky Donovan Kitten Lawless Marilyn Swain David Brooks, Treasurer Brian Good Susan Prater Matthew Pardue, Youth Representative 18 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s June / July 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. Changing seasons, changing times! SUMMER WORSHIP Starting June 6 through August 15 Our 10:00 a.m. celebration of the Holy Eucharist moves to 9:30 a.m. a relaxed, family-friendly service with our favorite hymns! Let us know your favorites! (see box at Welcome desk). The 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. celebrations of Holy Eucharist continue as usual. 1 PARISH NEWS

RELAY FOR LIFE DID YOU KNOW? The St. Matthew’s American Cancer Society Relay For • you can subscribe to our parish email list? St. Life team is sponsoring its annual Cancer Survivor’s Matthew’s parish-wide email list is used to healthy breakfast/brunch on Sunday, June 6, after both keep parishioners informed about births, deaths, the 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. services. We will honor current happenings and other things of our cancer survivors and remember those we’ve lost to importance. If you haven’t already subscribed cancer. We hope to see you there! Questions? Want to to the list, just send an email to help? Contact Marty Lawfer at [email protected] or [email protected] and ask to be added to 327-6057. the parish news list.

• When someone in your family dies, please call the church FIRST. If the office is closed, follow the The office REALLY directions about how to get an emergency phone call through to a priest. We want to be there for you, needs your help! first of all; a priest will come to the hospital or home immediately if you so desire. We can also be helpful We are looking for some people who would be willing in terms of answering questions, making to donate 4 hours of their time each week to help arrangements, and helping you figure out your answer the phones, greet people and do some light needs. office work. Right now we have openings for Wednes- day and Thursday afternoons (Summer hours: 1-4) • you can receive emergency notifications via email If this is you, or you know of someone - young, or cell phone from Louisville Metro’s Emergency young-at-heart, college student at home for the sum- Management Agency regarding severe weather, mer, retired or just wanting to help out somewhere - public safety emergencies and evacuations? Visit please call the office and talk to Mardi Galvin, Parish www.louisvilleky.gov/ema Administrator, at 895-3485. She will be happy to hear louisvilleemanotifications.htm to sign up. from you. FEMA provides resources for talking to your kids about how to prepare for a disaster. Visit www.fema.gov/kids/teacher.htm to find out more. The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group gets together the third Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at various restaurants throughout the city. All are welcome! Super Foyers Reservations are needed in advance so please remember to RSVP each month with Betty Triplett, 384-0244, and let her know if you will need to carpool. Pot Luck Thursday, June 17 - Macaroni Grill, Dinner on Hurstbourne Parkway. Thursday, July 15 - Napa River Grille, in Saints Hall, June 6, 6:00 p.m. Westport Road located in Westport Village. Foyers groups are a fun way to meet people in a small group and to have fellowship around a simple meal. New groups will form in the fall. All groups get The Men’s Breakfast Group together in June for Super Foyers! We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every Wish you had signed up? Thinking about joining next month, at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across year? Come to the Super Foyers dinner to learn more! from Norton Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not just retired or senior folks. See y’all there!

2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, The month of May has been very full. Derby, of course, and Mother’s Day, but then a lot of other things. We had 8 baptisms on the Day of Pentecost. Two beloved parishioners, Terry Collins and Jo Brendel, died, both suddenly and unexpectedly. There were two weddings here: Sallie Carter and Paul Schneider, and Charlie Patton and Audrey Bowlds; and our Assistant Rector, Emily Schwartz, was married to Zach Crouch on May 30th at Calvary Episcopal Church. A son, Levi Calvin “Cap” Ahern, was born to Kevin and Ali Ahern. Five people completed four years of Education for Ministry, and graduated. Our Dimensions of Faith speaker, Brian McLaren, packed Saints Hall to overflowing on May 23rd. And we have been getting ready to elect a new bishop on the first Saturday in June. Many other things went on, too, in parish life and in individual lives. I mention these because I have been so aware this month of the cycle of life, of birth and death, new beginnings and endings – and of the care and compassion with which this parish “rejoices with those who rejoice, and weeps with those who weep” (Romans 12). I have become more and more aware, too, of how all of these parts of our lives mesh and intertwine and overlap. Birth and death are not complete opposites; sorrow mixes with joy. I will sing an Easter hymn at a funeral and know sorrow and joy together, and next Easter I will be aware of both as well. We go through “the grave and gate of death” to resurrection in Christ, and we experience that in smaller ways throughout our lives. Old selves die as new ones are born; old hopes fade as un-dreamt-of possibilities are revealed. We read in Ecclesiastes that “for everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die…”; but we know something deeper and more truthful in Christ: that all shall be made alive. In God’s divine economy, I believe, nothing is lost; our joys and sorrows both make us more fully human, even as they draw us closer to God. Living in a parish community means that we know all these things, and that we do indeed rejoice and weep together. It is a rich and blessed, if not always easy. I am so grateful to know these things with you. Yours in Christ, Lucinda +

3 PARISH NEWS

AN UPDATE ON THE BADRI FAMILY

Sally, Fadi and Meme (Maryam’s preferred name) are very independent and are doing quite well. Fadi studied an Arabic translation of our driver’s education manual, passed the test to get his driver’s permit and is using some of the money the federal government gives him for resettling to pay for driving lessons. By the time you read this article, he hopes to have his driver’s license.

The family is also using some of their federal funds to pay for internet service so that they can communicate with their family in California, Michigan and Syria via email. Being a soccer enthusiast, Fadi is enjoying using his lap top to watch international soccer.

In June, KRM will begin looking for a job for Fadi. Until that happens, he will continue in the World of Work classes at KRM. Fadi has used his computer skills to search job opportunities and fill out applications on line (Walmart, UPS etc). He says he’ll take anything, he just wants a job. In Baghdad, Fadi was a television producer. After they fled to Syria, his only employment in those four years was for six months making watch bands. If any of you are aware of any opportunities, please let us know.

Sally and Meme attended classes at Kentucky Refugee Ministries’ Family center through the school year. They will participate in summer classes if KRM schedules a summer program for the children. Sally has filled out applications for Meme to attend Head Start in the Fall. Sally is not planning to seek employment although she hopes to find a way to market her handmade jewelry and purses.

The family has had initial dental and health screenings as well as follow up visits for dental work and shots.

Sally and Fadi have taken on leadership roles in their apartment area as they have acted as translators for non- English speaking neighbors. They do a lot with three Palestinian families in their neighborhood and with a nearby Iraqi family who has three little daughters…and a car. They attended Thunder from noon until it was over and they all went to the Derby Parade. They have helped a newly arrived Egyptian family with no church co-sponsor by getting food for them and they asked St. Matthew’s to help a Palestinian neighbor replace mattresses and stuffed furniture that had to be destroyed due to a bed bug infestation.

St. Matthew’s parishioners continue to be very generous to this young family. You responded to Sally’s plea for her neighbors with Food Pantry food and replacement furniture and you have given a stroller and clothing items to Meme. Sally and Fadi are very appreciative and they have been very happy that they could facilitate help for their neighbors.

At this time, our main emphasis for this family is helping them to improve their English skills and doing whatever we can to help Fadi find employment. We welcome the help of any parishioners in either area.

We are most grateful to the Outreach Committee and to the people of St. Matthew’s for all that has been done to resettle this talented young family in the Louisville community. You have been extremely generous and kind. Thank you for reaching out as Christ’s hands.

– Moray Peoples and Sharon Nesmith

4 PARISH NEWS

We appreciate everyone who helped with the Grounds Clean-up day on May 15! Thanks to: Catharine Conscious-Creation Justice, Birch, Bob Clark, Amy Currie, Mary Louise ie:-the Green Team Gorman, Babs Hardy, Karen Hill, Nan Lang, Joel and Luke Latto, Jim and Nate Morrison, Emily and With gratitude, Rhody Streeter and Louise Shawkat JoePaul Pruett, Jay Redman, Ellen Robertson and are pleased to announce that Faith Huff is the new Mary Stites. Much was accomplished, but there is chairperson of the St. Matthew’s Conscious-Creation always more to do! If you would like to join the Justice Team. The team is fortunate to have the support Grounds committee or just volunteer occasionally to and direction of Jerry Cappel, St. Matthew’s Associate help weed, trim, prune, mulch beds, etc. we would love for Justice Ministries, and Province IV Network to have your help!!! Please contact Joel Latto - Coordinator for Environmental Ministry. The team is [email protected]. working to develop an educational program that will embrace the entire congregation and staff through the next two calendar years.

April 26, 2010 Breakage BY MARY OLIVER Dear clergy, staff and members, I go down to the edge of the sea. When feelings are deep, words of thanks just never How everything shines in the morning light! seem to measure up. I cannot begin to tell you how The cusp of the whelk, touched I am and how proud I feel at having your support, not only on the big day of the ordination but the broken cupboard of the clam, also during those many months of discernment. the opened, blue mussels, moon snails, pale pink and barnacle scarred— And what a truly beautiful ordination day it was! I and nothing at all whole or shut, but tattered, split, know you can’t be credited for the great weather, but what a wonderful service and reception. A lot of thanks dropped by the gulls onto the gray rocks goes to Lucinda, a liturgical choreographer par and all the moisture gone. excellence, the church staff, choir and parish members It’s like a schoolhouse (too many to name here) who contributed food and of little words, participated in other ways to make the day so special thousands of words. and welcoming for the ordinands and their guests. First you figure out what each one means by itself, You can be credited for having a large role in my the jingle, the periwinkle, the scallop diaconal ministry. The first day Stephen and I walked full of moonlight. through St. Matthew’s doors, we met welcoming, Then you begin, slowly, to read the whole story. faithful people who, we have to come know, are living out their calls to the diakonia as true models of servant ministry. I am going to miss worshipping regularly with you on Sunday mornings. As you may know already, I have been assigned to Hearts4Kenya serve as a deacon at St. Andrew’s Church, a wonderful parish where I interned last year. As I embrace and look Brandon Brones, Peter Bell and I, are preparing for forward to my ministry there, beginning May 9, please our annual trip to Oyugis, Kenya, June 12-27. Please know my ties with St. Matthew’s are ongoing (and not pray for us as we travel and work with the people of just because Stephen is staying). My hope is that I will Oyugis. We will also visit the Kids at Rongo that St. be able to honor your support and example through my Matthew’s supports. service within our churches and beyond. At the heart of We will report back to you about the trip and the Kids my call to diaconal ministry is St. Matthew’s call to be at Rongo when we return. “centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands in the Thanks for your support! You are making a difference world.” in the lives of these people. Faithfully, Mary Jane Cherry — John Willingham

5 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries Summer Specials on Food and Faith On three Sundays this summer St. Matthew’s will host a special educational event on the subject of Food and Faith. A major theme of our Sunday childhood, youth and adult formation classes for this coming year will be focused upon issues of justice, health, theology, and community as related to our eating, our participation in the food economy, and our lives together as Christians. These summer events will begin our thinking and praying together on these themes. Each event will take place after the 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship. All are invited to participate. The schedule is as follows: June 20, 10:30-12:30 Lindsey Christensen will lead us in viewing and discussing the documentary film, “Food Inc.” The film explores the impact that food as “big business” is having on our health, our land, our economy, on the family farm and on people’s livelihood. Come prepared to be awakened and alerted to the size and scope of these issues. Lunch will be provided for this event. July 11, 10:30-12:00 Mark Hogg, the founder and director of EDGE, will be with us to talk about the issues of affordable and available clean water to the various peoples of the world. EDGE has developed systems that enable people in places of need in this world to become self sufficient in clean water. Most recently, EDGE has been featured in the news for their response to water needs due to the earthquake in Haiti. August 1, 10:30-12:00 TBA. With an eye toward the upcoming Festival of Faiths and its theme “Sacred Soil,” we will view and discuss one of the many excellent documentaries related to the soil and the production of food. That selection has yet to be made, but there are several from which to choose. Stay tuned.

St. Matthew’s Oral History – One Year Old The Oral History Program of St. Matthew’s completed the first interview with a parishioner last July. Since then, ten others have been interviewed. Copies are available for viewing in the library during regular library hours. Personally, I have found it very enjoyable and informative to watch these. I have learned more about the individuals narrating and many things about St. Matthew’s Church history. It takes a village to do this program: a narrator (the person being interviewed), an interviewer, a videographer, a scheduler, a record-keeper, a trainer and coordinators. Thanks to all of those people who have agreed to be interviewed and to those who have helped to make this happen. Those who have completed interviews or who have been videographers so far are: Rhody Streeter, Ed Hill, George Plager, Tom Kolb, Kathy Bowling, Louise Shawkat, Brian Good and Lynn Reese. Thanks also to Ethel White (trainer), Candis Crocker (scheduler), Ann Miller, Jean Bower, Aidan and Bobbie Stone (past and current coordinators) and to Karen Hill (cheerleader). And thanks to those who have been our first narrators: Phil Ardery, Anne Ardery, Sue Bach, Bette Dietrich, Fred Siegfriedt, Cleve Parkins, Neally Wright, Aidan Stone, Bobbie Stone, Bo Nixon and Ernestine Schaaf. We were fortunate to have been able to interview Ernestine before she passed away in April this year. The Oral History Program is under the auspices of the Library and the Church Archives, which is housed in the Library. The current need is for more interviewers. If you would like to be a part of this program, please contact Aidan (905-0323) or Bobbie Stone (423-0498). Training will be provided later this summer. — Lee Fletcher 6 LIVING THE SPIRIT

Living the Spirit Committee Living the Spirit goes over $700,000

When you read this, St. Matthew’s Living the Spirit campaign will be wrapping up. At press time, we’ve received a total of $705,208.20 from a large number of parishioners. We’re grateful to you all, and touched that so many of you have made a special effort to stretch yourselves to help with this capital fund drive. Thanks and blessings! That being said, our wonderful physical addition has faced repeated challenges: When we built it several years ago, Hurricane Katrina and other unexpected factors dramatically increased building costs. When we sought to pay off the remaining debt through Living the Spirit, the most serious recession in generations struck just as we came to you for pledges. We are grateful that so many of you have come forward even in this time when things are difficult financially for many of us. The money we’ve raised will help to ease the burden. But we do remain far short of the $1.5 million goal and $1.7 challenge goal that we had hoped to reach. For now, we urge you to join in a final effort to push our Living the Spirit total as hard as we can. If you have not yet been contacted, please get in touch with the church office, 895-3485, and we’ll be delighted to send you information and answer any questions you may have. If you have been contacted but have not yet pledged, please give this your deep and prayerful thought. There’s no minimum amount to pledge, but in an ideal world, we’d hope that every parishioner would give something. Finally, if you have already pledged but feel that you could reach just a little deeper and increase the amount of your pledge, we’d receive your generosity with delight. Remember that by extending your pledge over three years or even more, a modest monthly pledge can grow into a significant total contribution. “Gracious God, giver of life, of all that we have and all that we are, so touch our hearts that we may fully live into the spirit of Saint Matthew’s as a caring and welcoming community, that we may ever more fully reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen.”

DID YOU RECOGNIZE ALL THOSE LANGUAGES ON PENTECOST???? Thanks to: Jerry Cappel, Dinka Joe Paul Pruett, Greek Lolly Langman, Swahili Lucinda Laird, Latin Lucy Jones Langman, German Helen Jones, French Vicky Danahy, Russian Sarah Emery, Spanish

7 11a 8a 8a 8a 8a 8:30a 5 Cursillo, Habitat for Humanity, Cursillo, Cursillo, Food Pantry, Cursillo, 12 19 26 9a 9a 9a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a FRIDAY SATURDAY 6:45p ing Prayer: Mon., Tues., Thur.-Sat. 6:00 p.m. Thur.-Sat. Tues., ing Prayer: Mon., 6:45p Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & 6:45p 6:45p 4 Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & 11 25 18 Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & 5:30p 7p 11:30a 7:30p 7:30p THURSDAY Daughters of the King, SOS, Living the Spirit Comm. Mtg., Ladies’ Lunch Bunch, SOS, 24 17 10 3 6:30p 7:30p SOS, 30 Adult Handbell practice, WEDNESDAY 9 16 23 2 June 2010 4p 8p 8p 8p 8:30a 8p 8p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 5:30p 9a 6:30p Men’s Breakfast TUESDAY AA meeting, Alanon & AA, Alanon &

Group, Former EfM Ladies Group, Interfaith Paths to Peace Dinner, & Dinner Vestry Meeting, AA meeting, AA, Alanon & AA meeting, Children’s Comm. Mtg., AA, Alanon & AA meeting, AA, Alanon & 22 8 15 AA meeting, Alanon & AA, Alanon & 1 29 Check with the parish office, or look on the sheet posted in the office window. or look on the sheet posted in office Check with the parish office, 1:30p 10a 10a 10a 10a 7p Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. MONDAY 21 7 14 Bible Study, Bible Study, Bible Study, Bible Study, Bridge Group, Bible Study, Bible Study, Book Group, Bible Study, 28 NOTE: 7p 4p SUNDAY 10:30a 6p 9a & 11a 6 20 13 27 River Cities Concert Band and Ice Cream Social, Adult Ed: Lindsey Christensen, Film & Luncheon, RCRC, Cancer Survivors Breakfast, Foyers Dinner, Super FATHER’S DAY Holy Eucharist: Sundays, 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., and Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Even 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, Tuesdays, Holy Eucharist: Sundays, 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., and

8 Holy Eucharist: Sundays, 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m. & 5 p.m., and Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Even RCRC, 10:30a Adult Ed: Water, 25 4 11 18 SUNDAY 4p NOTE: Book Group, 26 12 5 19 IS CLOSED THE OFFICE Fourth! Happy MONDAY Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. 1:30p Check with the parish office, or look on the sheet posted in office window. 27 Alanon & AA, AA meeting, Group, Former EfM Ladies 13 6 20 Alanon & AA, AA meeting, Vestry, Mtg., Homebound Comm. Group, Men’s Breakfast Alanon & AA, AA meeting, Mtg, Adult Ed Comm. Mtg., Children’s Comm. Alanon & AA, AA meeting, TUESDAY 5:30p 6:15p 2:30p 6p 9a 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 8:30a 8p 8p 8p 8p July 2010 14 7 21 28 WEDNESDAY 1 15 22 8 SOS, Ladies’ Lunch Bunch, SOS, of the King, Daughters 29 11:30a THURSDAY 7p 7:30p 7:30p 9 16 23 30 2 Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Ladies AA, Newcomers & AA, ing Prayer: Mon., Tues., Thur.-Sat. 6:00 p.m. 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p RDYSATURDAY FRIDAY 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 24 17 10 Cursillo, 31 Humanity, Habitat for Cursillo, Cursillo, Cursillo, 6:15 game Bats Game & Picnic, Food Pantry, Cursillo, 3 4p Picnic 8:30a 8a 8a 8a 8a 8a 11a

9 MUSIC NOTES

Barbara Ellis, Choir Director / Organist

Ahhhhh. Summer. Another programming year is coming to a close. Week after week throughout the programming year choir members and bell ringers have rehearsed faithfully, come early on Sunday mornings, attended extra Saturday rehearsals, and provided music for many special services. Their faithfulness to the music ministry and their church is an extraordinary commitment. Choir members and bell ringers will take a well deserved break during the summer months and their combined voices will be missed in our worship services. Thank you to everyone that has given their time during the past year to bring us closer to God through the joy and inspiration of music.

Handbell Ringers Kathy Bowling Barbara Beury Linda Wardell Neally Wright Joan Day Cheryl Triplett Dottie Rohrer Dennis Judge Alan Wernecke Susan Mayes Sarah Clement Becky Donovan Sue Bach Jay Crocker Greg Petrites Linda Wood Amy Newkirk Brad Kimbrough Martha Wallingford Andrea Ledvina Sarah Emery Susan Judge Connie Savells

Choir Margaret Bond Amanda Bomar Linda Wardell Bruce Dillman Jody Fletcher Jackie Brooks Natalie Weis Nicholas Eastman Tyler Goldberg Frances Campbell Sue Bach Tim Eicholtz Hilary Harris Anne Carman David Campbell Ed Hill Elizabeth Hill Naomi Christian Jay Crocker Matt Just Karen Hill Candis Crocker Victoria Danahy Brad Kimbrough Sue Jones Cindy Diedenhofen Steve Ellis Ben Niehaus Susan Judge Judith Fischer Mike Ketterer Mitch Shirrell Michelle Peterson Gaylee Gillim Charlie Peterson Clay Smith Connie Savells Faith Huff Chris Thorne John Tiano Kathy Wright Angela Koshewa Peter Ellis Aaron Vowels Ann Yates Margaret Krantz Bill Bond Alan Wernecke

Treble Choir Charlie Bond Kora Duvall Kate Ledvina Kimberly Sparks Margot Bond Hudson Good Hannah Savells Justin Wernecke Ava Duvall Natalie Hardy Nathan Sparks Taylor Worley

The Music Department is very fortunate to have the wonderful assistance of Aaron Vowels, able assistant at any task; Anne Yates, superb accompanist with a moment’s notice; Charlie Patton, creative director of children’s music; and Christina Bouras, cantor extraordinaire at our 5:00 p.m. service.

10 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Family-friendly Summer Church Schedule June 6 through August 15, 2010! Start your week just right by worshipping as a family with your church family!

We are blessed with an incredible childcare staff for infants through first graders during our 10:00 a.m. (9:15 a.m. summer) Eucharist on Sunday mornings fifty-two Sundays a year for parents who prefer this option. Children are ALWAYS welcome to worship with their parents in the main church just as parents are ALWAYS welcome to worship in Children’s Chapel for 3s-1st graders and The Bridge for 2nd-5th graders. If you would like to take your child into church for communion only, slip out of church during the announcements. Children must be signed in and out of activity and church school rooms. Parents of infants through first graders are placed on a rotating schedule to volunteer in activity rooms throughout the year.

Summer Educational Opportunities after church: Food, Water and Soil will be the topics three Sundays after church this summer. Plan to stay for the movie, Food, Inc. and lunch on June 20. Stay for presentations and discussions about Water on July 11 and Soil on August 1. Childcare for young children will be available.

Teachers, Lay Chaplains, Activity Room Parents, Children’s Program Committee, Children, Youth, Sunday Morning Child Caregivers, Baby “Rockers”, and Clergy…ministry with and for children is a way of life at St. Matthew’s. While work and play with children is one way of living into our baptismal covenant and our mission statement by “reaching out as Christ’s hands in the world”, it is also a blessing to be prayerfully thankful for those who do this ministry by the one who tries to coordinate the hundreds of pieces that need to be in place each Sunday. Thank you for the joy your ministry gives to the lives of others!

The program year may have ended, yet the work of creating a great year for children and youth next year continues. If you would like to be part of the group who will be making changes in curriculum, teaching, and/or physically rearranging classrooms, come to the Children’s Committee Meeting on Tuesday, June 8 at 6:30 p.m. to offer yourself for one or more ministries with children. RSVP drodahaf@stmatt- ky.org if you will attend.

Vacation Bible School ~ “The Saints go to the Circus” ~ Monday, June 7 through Friday, June 11 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. each day. This year St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2822 Frankfort Avenue, is hosting threes through fifth graders. Six Episcopal parishes join resources each summer for an exciting week of learning and play. If you would like to volunteer (it’s fun!) or if your child can participate, PLEASE let Debbi Rodahaffer (895.3485 ext. 105) know today.

Applause, applause to the Daughters of the King for making the exquisite banners for the families of each child baptized at St. Matthew’s and for creating the beautiful Anglican Rosaries for our adult baptisands. These are visible examples of the loving ministry by the people of St. Matthew’s.

11 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant June/July 2010

On June 12, Brandon will be traveling to Africa on a mission trip to Kenya. We wish him the best and CAN’T wait to hear all about his trip! When he returns, we will have an information session. We hope to offer this trip to the high school youth, at SMEC, next summer (2011)!

All Saint’s Summer Camp Senior High Camp: Sunday, June 13 – Friday, June 18 (entering 9th - leaving 12th grade). Primary Camp: Sunday, June 20 – Thursday, June 24 (entering 2nd - leaving 4th grade). Inaugural Family Weekend: Friday, June 25 – Sunday, June 27 (Parents and/or Grandparents must accompany all youth). Province IV Youth Event: Sunday, June 27 – Thursday, July 1 (Great Smoky Mountains, TN). New Horizons Camp: Sunday, July 4 – Friday, July 9 (entering 5th - 6th grade). Bishop’s Retirement Liturgy & Reception: Saturday, July 10. All are invited! Junior High Camp: Sunday, July 11 – Friday, July 16 (entering 7th - 8th grade). In addition to the regular camps, All Saints is offering a Family Weekend (see above).

Service Opportunity 2010 High School Mission Trip Volunteer to work at to Great Smoky Mountains Vacation Bible School, June 7-11, 9:00-12:30 National Park SMEC kids are joining kids from other Episcopal churches at We are thrilled to announce a mission trip for the high school St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Frankfort Avenue. aged (rising 10th-college FR) youth of St. Matt’s! Youth helpers are needed. When: Sunday, June 27-Thursday, July 1, 2010 Contact Lynn or Debbi Rodahaffer if you would like to volunteer. Where: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Townsend, TN (near Knoxville) What: We will participate in a regional youth event, do service work and enjoy the Smoky Mountains. Summer Open Youth Area Dates How will we get there: This mission trip is within driving distance - Sunday, June 20, 10:30-12:30 approx. 5 hours. Transportation will be provided. Movie, Games and Lunch after church Cost: approx. $300 per person. Scholarship money is available. How to sign up: Contact Lynn or Brandon, ASAP, for more info SATURDAY, July 17 or to sign up. St. Matt’s Night at the Bats game (see page 4 for more information) Beginning Sunday, June 6, 9:30 a.m. is the time Sunday, July 18, 5:30-7:30 for a new, summer, family-friendly service. Dinner and kickball 45 minutes! 12 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Habitat St. MAM School Supplies Drive Back to school expenses can become a burden for some parents, especially for Humanity during these difficult economic times. Last year St. MAM was able to help Saturday, June 5 100 families with school supplies compared to fifty the year before. St. and Matthew’s donations were a big factor in making these supplies available. Saturday, July 10 St. Matthew’s Area Ministries is hosting its annual “Back To School” supplies (July’s Saturday is one week drive to assist children in need of school supplies during in July. Specific later due to the July 4th holiday) items are designated for collection during each week. Please give generously. Every child deserves to begin school with the necessary tools for success. A Work plastic tub will be placed outside the Narthex coat closet to deposit your 8:30 a.m. to Noon for a half day donations in each Sunday or during the week. Items they ran out of last or year were: Pocket folders, three subject spiral notebooks, tissues 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. (Kleenex), and paper towels. Give Habitat a try. We welcome newcomers. Week of July 3-10 Pens, pencils, erasers, rulers, yellow highlighters, spiral notebooks, pocket On the job training folders and loose leaf paper. is provided as needed. (carpool from church, 8:25 a.m.) Week of July 10- July 17 Elmer’s Glue, Glue Sticks, Fiskars (blunt tipped scissors) small pencil sharpeners, markers (classic colors) crayons and colored pencils. Calvary / St. George’s Week of July 18-25 Food Collection Composition notebooks, 3 subject wide-ruled notebooks, Steno pads, Sundays backpacks, lunch boxes, hand sanitizer, tissues, and paper towels. June 6 and July 4 Hunger never takes Habitat for Humanity - a vacation. Please remember “Cheers for Volunteers” those in need. On Monday, April 19, Habitat for Humanity of Metro Louisville If you are out of town on July 4, held their Volunteer Recognition Dinner “Cheers for Volunteers” please bring your food to the at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church. Over 250 Habitat volunteers gathered in narthex closet the week before Saints Hall to recognize volunteers with 20 or more years of service. The Rev. or the week after Lucinda Laird led the invocation and Susan Turner, Board President, was the the July 4 holiday. Mistress of Ceremonies. Rob Locke, Executive Director, spoke of the “Mission, Vision and Future of Habitat for Humanity”. Serve lunch Special recognition was given to three of St. Matthew’s parishioners for their outstanding volunteer service to Metro Louisville Habitat for Humanity. Ron at Wayside Johnson, Director of Construction, presented the “Silver Hammer Award” to Christian Mission Chuck Hamrick, Jo Brendel and Aidan Stone. Habitat for Humanity has been a part of St. Matthew’s since 1987 and continues to be part of our Sunday, June 13 Community Outreach and covenant relationship with Holy Trinity. and Sunday, July 11 — Bob Clark 12:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information, please call Sarah Weston, 426-6678.

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Note: At Morning Prayer each weekday, members of St. Matthew’s congregation are prayed for by name. As members of the Christian community, we are advised to hold each other in prayer. As part of your prayers, please remember all of the St. Matthew’s parish family. Week of June 6 Week of June 13 Haynes: Elizabeth Hibbs: Gini Hines: Ann Hood: Charles Heim: Anne, Jack, Paul Hicks: Tom, Blaine, Molly, Jake Hocker: Monty, Jana Hudson: Judith, Richard Henderson: Ian, Roberta Hill: Ed, Karen, Stephen Holmberg: James, Ruthe, Huff: Faith Henry: Gray, Hill: Elizabeth Aaron, Emily Huffman: Bob, Kitten Lawless Neville Blakemore Hillis: Greg, Kimberley, Homan: Marilyn Hunter: Deb, David, Herman: Ann, Kaylee Sam, Isaac Honaker: Graham, Sarah, Michelle Heuer Katherine

Week of June 20 Week of June 27 Irving: Willard, Nancy Jobson: Betty Jones: Paul, Jane Kara: Peace, Jaspar Jackson: Katherine Jobson: Robert, Betty, Ashley Jones: Sue Karle: Anna Jaracz: Thad Johansen: Dave, Sarah Joy: James, Catherine Kasting: Robert, Nancy Jeffries: Mary, Jake McGuirk Jones: Helen, Tom Pike Judge: Dennis, Susan Keller: Patrick, Caroline Jelsma: Franklin, Jill, Henry, Jones: Jennifer Just: Matthew, Chris Thorne Kennedy: Rick, Bethany, Logan Maggie Becka, Audrey Becka

Week of July 4 Week of July 11 Kessler: Herman, Amy, Kitson: John, Anna, Finneas, Zoe Kries: Sarah Latto: Joel, Savanna, Luke Chris, Caroline Knox: Richard Kuhns: Greg, Joan Lawfer: Marty Ketterer, Michael, Kolb: Tom, Cathy Sutton Laird: Lucinda Ledford: John, Linda Meyer, Alan Wernecke, Koshewa: Angela, David Niehaus Lambert: Jay, Cicely, Michael, Hope Justin Wernecke Krantz: John, Margaret, Michael, Becca Ledvina: David, Andrea, Kimbrough: Brad, Sarah Emery Jenny, Daniel Lang: Nancy, Jay Redman Katherine, Luke Kincade: Kit, Joan Lotz: Lauren Kissling: Don, Mary Lynn

Week of July 18 Week of July 25 Lotz: Rick, Janis Mayes: Richard, Susan Meredith: Leigh Miller: Lynn, Mike Risley, Lowery: Cullen, Kate McKune, McCord: Walter, Betty Brooke Mertz: Ken, Mary Ann, Michael Risley, James Risley Hayden Lowery, McKinney: Bill, Martha Andrew Miller: Scott, Ann Claire Lowery Mendel: Marye Metcalf: Marianna Mitchell: Kitty Macdonald: Stanley, Sally Mengel: Bill, Ann Metcalf: James Mitchell: Neil, Amy, Clinton, Marshall: Shawn, Garrett Barry Miller: Eleanor, Hannah Christopher, Maggie Mathews: Mack, Frances Mitchell: Tommy, Sarah, Nate Skrodski, Jackson, Henry

Heavenly Father, We ask you to make the door of St. Matthew’s Church a gateway to your eternal kingdom; and grant that all who worship in this house may also witness for you in the world outside, to your honor and glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Weekday Services in the Chapel Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer Tuesday: 7:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist Mon., Tues., Thur.-Sat.: 6:00 p.m., Evening Prayer

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Transfers In Robert and Susan Hallenberg from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Anchorage, KY

Baptisms, May 23 Evangeline Louise Conway, daughter of Elizabeth and Jack Conway Kaeline Bryce Dils Daley, daughter of Catherine Daley and Norma Dils Charles Robert Farra, son of Anne and Matt Farra Isabella Brook Giacobbe, daughter of Jennifer and Steven Giacobbe Catherine Allen Riley, daughter of Elizabeth and Sean Riley Charles McGrath Riley, son of Elizabeth and Sean Riley Adalyn Elisabeth Hall Taylor, daughter of Devonya and Gregory Taylor Paul Whitman Trowbridge, son of Abigail and David Trowbridge

Marriage Sallie J. Carter to Paul G. Schneider, May 22 Audrey E. Bowlds to Charles E. Patton, May 29 We want to extend congratulations to Emily M. Schwartz and Zachary J. Crouch on their marriage, May 30

Births Levi Calvin “Cap” Ahern, May 29, son of Kevin and Ali Ahern, brother of Eden, and grandson to Roger and Phyllis Dutschke We want to extend congratulations to Matt Averbeck, our Sexton, and his wife Shannon, on the birth of their son, Andrew Joseph, May 26

Deaths Terry Collins, May 15 Jo Brendel, May 24

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

15 St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church Non-Profit Org. 330 N. Hubbards Lane U.S. Postage Louisville, Kentucky 40207 PAID (502) 895-3485 • (502) 895-3486 FAX Permit No. 7 www.stmatt-ky.org Masonic Home, Kentucky

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily Schwartz, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Summer Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Office Hours: Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Thursday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Friday & Saturday: Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Ruth Kempf, Accountant Matt Averbeck, Sexton

Voice Mail Extensions & E-mail Addresses for the Clergy & Staff Phone Extension e-mail address The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird ...... x102 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Emily Schwartz ...... x103 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones ...... x104 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel ...... x127 ...... [email protected] Deborah Rodahaffer ...... x105 ...... [email protected] Barbara Ellis ...... x106 ...... [email protected] Lynn Miller ...... x108 ...... [email protected] Brandon Brones ...... Cell: 419-6333 ...... [email protected] Ann Davis ...... x109 ...... [email protected] Mardi Galvin ...... x110 ...... [email protected] Ruth Kempf...... x112 ...... [email protected] Karen Hill ...... x113 ...... [email protected] The Rt. Rev. David Reed ...... Cell: 235-8289 ...... [email protected] Lauren Becker, Preschool Director ...... Cell: 403-3411 ...... [email protected]

Please bring a chair and/or a blanket to sit on. You might consider bringing a picnic supper! Ice cream will be provided at the intermission. This is a wonderful evening for fellowship and listening to great music.

Sit back and enjoy your favorite songs from the past and those melodies we love today.

Bats Game and Picnic MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Saturday, July 17 beginning at 4:00 p.m. (Rain or shine) at Louisville Slugger Field

$23.00 – All-You-Can-Eat Ticket! featuring hamburgers, hotdogs, grilled chicken, baked beans, mac and cheese, popcorn, and Pepsi products. Kids 12 years and under $15.00 – All-You-Can-Eat Ticket! Right Field Patio Deck: All-You-Can-Eat meal begins at 4:00 p.m. The Right Field Patio Deck has added a roof, allowing us to relax in the SHADE! Game starts at 6:15 p.m. The upper deck on the west side is reserved for St. Matthew’s. $10.00 – GAME ONLY TICKET! All money and checks must be turned into Ann Davis NO LATER THAN Friday, July 2. If Ann has not received your money by July 2, you will be on your own!

17 Bishop Gulick’s Retirement Celebration & Gift Saturday, July 10, 2010, Noon (CDT) All Saints Conference Center Leitchfield On July 10th, 2010, we will gather at All Saints to celebrate the ministry of Bishop Ted Gulick. The celebration will begin at noon with Holy Eucharist, Baptism and Confirmation, followed by lunch and the presentation of a gift from the people of the Diocese in appreciation for his 16 years of service to the Diocese of Kentucky. It is an Episcopal Church tradition to give the outgoing Bishop a memorable gift. Some bishops prefer a personal gift, and some request something to benefit the Diocese. Bishop Ted has done the latter. He would like to have a Bishop’s Cabin established at All Saints, so our new Bishop will always have a place when he comes to camps and conferences. The Transition Committee has located a modular cedar cabin, which can be transported to All Saints. The All Saints’ Board has approved placing the cabin on a pre-existing concrete pad near the entrance. The cost of the cabin and site preparation will be approximately $50,000; in addition, we hope to establish a small maintenance fund for the cabin and cover the cost of the reception with your generous donations.

It is the hope of the Committee that the people of the Diocese will take this opportunity to honor Bishop Ted. Online donations can be made on the diocesan website (www.episcopalky.org) or by check. Please make your checks out to Trustees and Council with “Bishop’s Retirement Gift” in the memo line. Checks should be sent to Betty Blodgett, St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1620 West Main Street, Murray, KY 42071. If you have questions, please call Rose Bogal-Allbritten at 270-293-9490 or Betty Blodgett at 270-293-4190.

This has been prepared by the Subcommittee on Communications of the Transition Committee. For more information about the process of electing a new bishop, please visit our website at http://bishopsearch.episcopalky.org.

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of St. Matthew’s August 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Mark your calendars for The Annual Parish Breakfast Sunday, August 15, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for Holy Eucharist at our last 9:30 a.m. service for the summer (the music will be by The Derbytown Quartet – an Irish folk group enjoyed by everyone in previous visits to St. Matthew’s and heard regularly at Third Avenue Cafe in Old Louisville), then we’ll celebrate together in Saints Hall as we mark the closing days of summer vacation time and autumn’s activities draw near. We’ll have delicious breakfast casseroles – sausage and vegetarian – fresh, fruit, hot coffee and lots of other good things. No fixed charge, but we welcome your donations to help defray the cost of breakfast goodies. Interested in helping with the breakfast or joining Cooks and Bottle Washers, St. Matthew’s hospitality ministry? Contact Robin Garr ([email protected]) or Karen Hill ([email protected] or 895-3485).

Ministry Fair Sunday, August 29 in Saints Hall after the 10:00 service

While opportunities in all areas of the church will be represented, this year’s fair will have an “education for adults, youth and children” emphasis. (Another group in our church will be front and center next year.) The Christian Education umbrella (children, youth, and adults) will provide lunch. Please join us for food for thought and thoughtful food! 1 PARISH NEWS

Who ARE all those clergy FROM OUR EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM and why do we need so many? Be prepared for Sometimes it does seem as if there are an awful lot of clergy severe weather around here, doesn’t it? And there is that long list in the bulletin and newsletter. Check for hazards in the home. During and right after a disaster, ordinary items in the home can Actually, we only have two full-time priests: Lucinda Laird, cause injury or damage. Anything that can move, fall, the Rector, and Emily Crouch, the Assistant Rector. Helen break or cause fire is a home hazard. Check for items such Jones, who is our Pastoral Associate, is 3/5 time, and Jerry as bookcases, hanging pictures, or overhead lights that Cappel, our Associate for Justice Ministries, is only here 10 could fall in an earthquake or a flood and block an escape hours a week. path. We are lucky to have two retired clergy who volunteer their Be ready to evacuate. Have a plan for getting time: Moray Peoples, Priest Associate, who teaches two out of your home or building (ask your family or friends for Education for Ministry groups, and picks up bits and assistance, if necessary). Also, plan two evacuation routes pieces when needed, and David Reed, the retired Bishop of because some roads may be closed or blocked in a Kentucky, who pitches in as our Bishop in Residence. We disaster. should be proud that they are willing to volunteer their time Create a network of neighbors, relatives, friends, and when needed because St. Matthew’s is important to them. coworkers to aid you in an emergency. Discuss your needs Their ministry is a gift to us, and we are grateful. and make sure everyone knows how to operate necessary St. Matthew’s is a large parish, and operates with a clergy equipment. and lay staff that is perennially overworked. Only two lay If you are mobility impaired and live or work in a high-rise staff are full-time, too – Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator, building, have an escape chair. and Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education; If you live in an apartment building, ask the management to everyone else is part-time. They are all dedicated and mark accessible exits clearly and to make arrangements to competent, and they do what they do because the ministry help you leave the building. is important to them, but they can get overwhelmed. For the size of this parish, and the many, many programs and Keep specialized items ready, including extra wheelchair activities going on, this is quite a small staff. batteries, oxygen, catheters, medication, prescriptions, food for service animals, and any other items you might I write all this not to complain, or to make people feel badly, need. but because I do so often hear people saying that they think the staff is so large, especially when they are just Be sure to make provisions for medications that require looking at all the names listed. Instead, I want to thank all refrigeration. of you who give so much of your own time: our lay leaders Keep a list of the type and model numbers of the medical and all our volunteers are incredible. Further, many of you devices you require. show your appreciation and care to the staff in lots of different ways, and we all appreciate it!. The bottom line, Wear medical alert tags or bracelets to identify your disability. really, is that we’re all in this together, by the grace of God, and in the Body of Christ. Know the location and availability of more than one facility if you are dependent on a dialysis machine or other life- Lucinda + sustaining equipment or treatment.

Cleaning Out Closets? As you go through your closets and find clothes that no longer fit you, or fit your needs, please remember St. Matthew’s Clothes Closet. We are always in need of donations. The only thing we ask is that the clothes you donate are clean and ready to wear. Please put your donations in a box or bag (shirts and dresses may be put on hangers), and bring your donations to our clothes closet located outside the office. Thank you!

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Dear People of St. Matthew’s, It’s that time: we are beginning to suspect that summer is coming to an end. The heat may continue for another two months, but schools open in the next several weeks, vacations come to an end, and here at St. Matthew’s we start to get busy again, gearing up for a new program year. During this month we try to ease you in. We have a parish breakfast on August 15, a good time to catch up with folks you may not have seen for several months. On August 29, we have our 3rd annual Ministry Fair, or “Education Expo.” It’s a bit more focused this year, with emphasis on Christian Formation (education and more), although there will still be information on just about everything going on here. I’d like to issue a special invitation for NEWCOMERS to attend; it’s a great way to find out more about us. One question that comes up frequently, especially around this time of year, is,”how do I become a member of St. Matthew’s?” The Episcopal Church has canons (church laws) on the subject, although they do get a bit complicated, in my opinion. The other clergy and I have talked about this, and agreed to try to make it simple. So – ! ALL are welcome to worship with us, at any time and for any length of time. ! If you would like to get on our newsletter mailing list, or be added to the parish email list, call Mardi Galvin at 895-3485. ! If you want to know more about the Episcopal Church and St. Matthew’s in particular, ask one of the clergy. We will be offering several classes this fall, beginning in September. ! If you are ready to make a commitment to living out your faith in this parish, please talk to any clergyperson or other staff member, or fill out one of the pew cards. If you are already baptized, we will ask you to make a pledge, and to give us some information for our records. If you are not baptized, we will talk about making arrangements for that. ! We will be recognizing new members on the Sundays when we baptize new Christians, and renew our own baptismal vows. That’s it! Most of all, welcome to all of you and all who walk through our doors, no matter where you may be on your spiritual journey. Welcome in the name of Christ. Lucinda +

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Building the Spirit statements were sent out during July. Thank you If you made a contribution between January 1 and June 30 and did not receive a statement, please contact Lee St. Matthew’s! Fletcher, Campaign Coordinator at 896-1224 or [email protected]. The American Cancer Society Relay for Life team is Statements for church pledges were also sent out during pleased to announce that St. Matthew’s contribution July, so it is possible that some of you will receive two for the 2009-2010 campaign year was $2,337.00. separate statements. This represents donations, luminaria purchased, and gifts made at the 2009 and 2010 Cancer Survivors breakfasts. As always, St. Matthew’s has given generously. Young A big thank you to all team members and to those who Adult donated their time, money and delicious foods for the breakfasts in this effort! All donations have gone to the cookout! American Cancer Society in its fight to prevent and find a cure for cancer. Every day we hear of new For those ages 18-40ish, please join us for discoveries and new cures. I’m hopeful that someday conversation, food and drink on Saturday, August 7, 6 p.m. at the home of Chris Thorne (494-5714) and soon this terrible disease will be just a bad memory. Matt Just (774-0277), 9010 Loch Lea Lane. Call for Thank you all, directions, if needed. Please invite friends, spouses, or Marty Lawfer others to join too! Bring a side dish or dessert and beverage. (We will have non-alcoholic drinks and veggie options available.) Hope to see y’all there!

Many, many thanks to Cindy Diedenhofen, Becky Donovan, Robin Garr, Mary Johnson, Looking Marty Lawfer, Ken Mertz, Dottie Rohrer and Ann Yates for scooping many bowls of ice cream and cleaning up after the River Cities Ahead Concert Band which was held on June 27. It was a most enjoyable evening. The St. Matthew’s Day Picnic Sunday, October 3. It won’t be long! Please mark your calendars and join us for a great afternoon of fellowship, food and fun! Cookie Jar Fall Foliage and Amish Adventure Ministry Highland Community Ministries is offering a day trip to Montgomery, Indiana on Wednesday, The church hopes to keep a October 27, to tour a variety of Amish locations cookie supply on hand for funeral including a bakery, a quilt and craft shop, a visitation, receptions and events. Would you like to be candy store and an old-fashioned store. There part of a ministry to keep our "cookie jar" (freezer) filled will also be a family-style lunch at an Amish with home made cookies and bars? If you would like to home. bake a batch when the supply gets low, add your name and phone number to the cookie jar in the narthex. The deadline for your reservations: Wednesday, There will be an information sheet there that gives September 1. For more information and to details about how this ministry will be organized. Call register, please call 451-3695. Mary Jo Gillim (228-1348) or Karen Hill (895-3485) for questions.

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Who is Norman Silva and why have we been praying for him? Some of you may have wondered about Norman Silva and why we have been praying for him for the last six months. Month-by-month he has been healing. Prayer, excellent medical care and his own incredible spirit have combined to bring him this far through his ordeal on the Wake Forest Burn Unit. On this Day 185 of hospitalization, he is leaving the rehab unit to return to the burn unit for one last grafting. Following this surgery and a few days of recovery, he’ll be ready for discharge. Norman was burned over 72% of his body on January 14. He and a business partner were on a remodeling job in Blacksburg, Virginia where the accident occurred. Norman was air lifted to the Wake Forest ICU Burn Unit in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. At that time, Norman was scheduled to marry Jennifer Senior (granddaughter of parishioners, Martha and Bill McKinney). They met as students at St. Francis High School. This twenty-nine-year-old couple have proven awesome in their strength and faith and dedication to each other. Norman wishes Jennifer to be his primary caregiver after his discharge. After the accident, she and Norman’s parents, Dr. Guy and Mary Silva of Lanesville, Indiana, went immediately to Wake Forest where the family took up housekeeping in a house made available for long term patients by a strong Moravian Christian Church. Mary and Norman’s sisters, Myra and Ada, alternated long stints of bedside vigil while living in this house. On The CaringBridge.com web site, Norman’s mother, father, sisters and other relatives have posted daily status under “Norman’s Journal.” There is a Guest Book on which other friends can communicate. Many of us wear chartreuse bracelets to proclaim us one of “Norman’s Nation.” “Miracle” is a word sometimes overused but quite appropriate here. Norman’s recovery is miraculous in that he had the worst burns the N.C. staff had ever seen heal. He has undergone fifteen surgeries and has more to come. Tributes to his inner spirit have been profuse. A nurse, his very first night on the unit, said he was “truly incredible.” Someone wrote today, “I’ve never met anyone who embraces life as fully as Norman.” On Day 174, all his tubes were finally removed, and Norman’s whole family was together again for the first time since the Sunday before his accident. On Day 176, he walked 420 feet with only a cane. St. Matthew’s can join in the joy of his ongoing recovery, having contributed so much support through prayer to this stalwart young man’s God-given sense of the Spirit, that he could receive God’s grace with the humility with which he accepted the care of his family, his medical team, and his many friends. —Helen Jones and Bill McKinney

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An Update on the Badri family: Fadi, Sally, Maryam We are happy to report that Fadi is currently working the day shift at Anderson Wood and Sally has been offered a job in nutrition at Eastern Star Homes. Sally will work on Saturday and Sunday so when Fadi does not work overtime, he will care for Mimi (Maryam). If Fadi is working, one of Sally’s new friends will care for Mimi and Sally will pay her. These young people are thrilled that they have been able to find employment with the job market as it is. The family continues to take advantage of every opportunity. Within days of getting a job, Fadi purchased a car for the family. He is very proud of it and Moray reports that he drives it quite well. Fadi is in the market for a GPS and Sally has located a “deal” in the newspaper so by the time this article is published, Fadi will probably have a GPS. Sally has applied to JCPS preschool for Mimi (she turned 3 in July) and is hopeful that she will qualify. Sally has also been taking a recently arrived Christian Iraqi refugee to church with her. On July 15 we officially concluded our co-sponsorship of the Badri family. Basically that means we have no more financial obligation to them. We will continue our friendship with them and we will support them however we can. Fadi and Sally have been quite independent from the outset and we do not see that changing. One way in which we hope to be helpful to them is by supporting them in locating new housing. Their lease expires at the end of August and they would like to move. They are looking for affordable, safe housing that is situated on a bus line and is in an area where other Iraqi and Arabic speaking people live. Both of us are thankful that we have had the opportunity to be a part of this co-sponsorship. It has been a privilege for us to represent St. Matthew’s and it has been such a joy to get to know the Badri family. We thank all of you who helped us make this co-sponsorship happen. You were WONDERFUL in your rapid and generous response. It is a genuine blessing to be a part of this caring congregation. We are very grateful to you all. –Moray Peoples and Sharon Nesmith

Financial Update for the parish We are running behind in our pledge payments, which usually happens during the summer, but it seems to have started earlier this year, and we are experiencing a cash flow problem. If you can possibly “catch up” on your pledge, or even pay ahead, please do so! And if you are a newcomer who is ready to make a financial commitment with a pledge, please fill out a pledge card (available in the Narthex), or call the parish office. Thank you! Our financial picture as of June 30, 2010: Income, year to date ...... $379,099 Expenditures, year to date ...... $448,590 Deficit ...... $69,491 Please note that expenditures are UNDER budget by over $11,765, so this is not a case of over-spending. Pledge payments are behind by $72,556; plate offerings are also lower than budgeted by $7,352. The Rector, Vestry and Treasurer believe that the parish should be kept informed of our financial position, and we will continue to update you in the bulletin and the newsletter.

6 MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

CURSILLO #43 will be held at the All Saints Center in Do you look good Leitchfield, September 16-19. A short informational meeting will be held here at St. Matthew’s after the 10:00 a.m. in white? service on August 22. Please come to ask questions, talk with past attendees, and register! We will be in the Lounge. ! When asked if you can “bear the cross” can you say yes? –Faith Huff ! Have you ever wondered exactly what is in the blue jar? Cursillo! Who Ought to Go? Who ought to go – to Cursillo, that is? For years ! Do you find the word cincture a more interesting Episcopalians have been hearing about this weekend word for belt? retreat, that turns out to be more than a weekend and ! Would you like to learn how to do a figure 8? more than a retreat. It has enhanced a lot of people’s lives significantly and continues to be offered to the ! And lastly, would you like to participate in Church. Would it be right for you? Or maybe it is the worship of St. Matthew’s? better to ask, “Am I right for Cursillo?” If you can answer yes to any of these questions, please Fifty years ago a Spanish priest, concerned about the come hear and learn more about serving as an Acolyte at fact that there was no depth to the spiritual life of many St. Matthew’s. It’s a great chance to lead others in of his parishioners, started a Short Course (“cursillo”, worship and learn more about why Episcopalians do in Spanish) in Christianity. Since then it has been what we do. Plus, you’ll be serving with your friends. embraced by Episcopalians, Lutherans, Presbyterians And white really does look good on most everyone. and, most recently, Methodists, who call it “A Walk to Emmaus.” Some of your best friends have probably We’ll have a combined Acolyte training / Youth group made a Cursillo. Should you? event (with dinner!) on Sunday, August 29 at 5:30 p.m. My own Cursillo experience was at a men’s Roman Please call The Rev. Emily S. Crouch at 895-3485, or Catholic Cursillo in Illinios while I was Bishop of email to: [email protected] to learn more. Kentucky. It was a very moving spiritual experience and I knew we needed something like this in our diocese. Once we got our own Cursillo started, I began to offer the leaders and ‘worker bees’ of the Diocese the opportunity to participate in a Cursillo weekend, recognizing that many were “running dry” as they were The Ladies’ giving more of themselves in church work than they were being fed spiritually through perfunctory church Lunch Bunch going. There people came back to their parishes with a renewed faith, an energy and enthusiasm for life, and a The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group gets together the third new appreciation of Jesus. Are you ready for that? Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at various restaurants throughout the city. All are welcome! Cursillo has a culture of its own. It draws heavily on Spanish Catholicism and on what we now know as the Reservations are needed in advance so please remember Renewal Movement within the Episcopal Church. It is to RSVP each month with Betty Triplett, 384-0244, lots of fun, filled with serendipitous surprises, different and let her know if you will need to carpool. and inspiring. There is a lot of theology in it but it is Thursday, August 19 - Red Lobster, Breckenridge communicated through personal stories and not the Lane. least bit dull. Somehow Jesus Christ becomes more real and available over the weekend. Doesn’t that sound good? This is a Lay movement within the Church. Clergy often recommend Cursillo because we have seen how The Men’s Breakfast Group profoundly moved many “traditional Episcopalians” are when they return from a Cursillo. There are people at We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every St. Matthew’s who would be glad to tell you more and month, at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across to serve as your sponsors for the upcoming Cursillo from Norton Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Every- weekend in September. Let’s talk about it. one is invited, not just retired or senior folks. –The Rt. Rev. David B. Reed 7 1p 9a 11a 6p 8a 8a 6:15p 8a 8a 8a 8:30a Cursillo, 9a 8:30a Coalition Mtg., Gathering, Green Team Green Workshop: “Cultivating Connections”, Food Pantry, Peace “Meal and a Movie, SATURDAY Cursillo, Habitat, Hispanic Latino Adults Young Dare to Care Cursillo, Interfaith Paths to Cursillo, Diocesan Workshop, 28 4 7 14 21 Cursillo, Humanity, Habitat for 9a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a FRIDAY 6:45p Staff Training, Training, Staff • Evening Prayer: Mon., Tues., Thur.-Sat. 6 p.m. Thur.-Sat. Tues., • Evening Prayer: Mon., 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Newcomers & AA, Newcomers & Ladies AA, 27 3 13 20 6 Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Community Preschool Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & 5:30p 9a 6:30p 7p 7p 6:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 11:30a Teacher Mtg., Teacher Staff Training, Training, Staff Adult Formation Comm. Dinner & Mtg., Visitation Day, Day, Visitation THURSDAY 26 2 Church School Community Preschool SOS, Daughters of the King Meeting, Ladies Lunch Bunch, SOS, 5 12 19 Community Preschool SOS, Daughters of the King Meeting, 7:45p 9a 10a 5:30p 7:30p Community Preschool Coffee 6:30p with Parents, Comm. Mtg., Staff Training, Training, Staff WEDNESDAY 25 September 1 Music Dept. Picnic, SOS, Living the Spirit 4 11 18 Community Preschool Choir Rehearsal, August 2010 9a 6p 6:15p 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 8:30a 9a Children’s Program @ Holiday World 5:30p Mtg., 6p TUESDAY Group, Group, Staff Training, Training, Staff Comm. Mtg., Comm. Mtg., Children’s Comm. Men’s Breakfast Mtg. & Dinner, Vestry AA meeting, Alanon & AA, Alanon & Social Concerns AA meeting, AA, Alanon & Community Preschool Former Ladies EfM AA meeting, AA, Alanon & 3 10 17 AA meeting, AA, Alanon & 24 31 AA meeting, Alanon & AA, Alanon & Adult Formation Check with the parish office, or look on the sheet posted in the office window. or look on the sheet posted in office Check with the parish office, 9a 7p 6:30p Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. 1:30p MONDAY NOTE: Staff Training, Training, Staff Bible Study Fall Bible Study Schedule Planning, 10a Bridge Group, Comm. Mtg., 2 9 16 Community Preschool Book Group, Monday Morning Monday Evening 23 30 Green Team Green 10:30a 4p SUNDAY “Education Expo”, 11:30a Acolyte Training, Breakfast, Services Resume: AM & 5 PM 8 & 10 Informational Mtg., 11:15a Formation Class: “Dirt! The Movie”, 15 8 1 22 29 Youth Group and Group Youth 5:30p Ministry Fair: Annual Parish RCRC, Cursillo Regular Sunday 10:30a Adult Christian

8 9 a.m. 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, Tuesdays, Sunday Servicess, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., Holy Eucharist: Regular MUSIC NOTES

Barbara Ellis, Choir Director / Organist

Happy New Year! I hope you will consider adding music to your New Programming Year Resolution List! The Choir and Handbell programs will kick off the year at the Music Department Picnic on Wednesday, August 18. Choir rehearsals begin August 25 and the choir returns to church on August 29! I would love to add some new voices as we begin our new year. Music is a gift to yourself as well as a gift to the ministry of our church – make time for God’s most beautiful gift in your weekly schedule. The Choir rehearses each Wednesday evening at 7:45 and everyone (including High School students) is welcome! In addition to music for each Sunday service, we will learn wonderful music for Christmas and be participating in the Bishop’s Consecration on September 25. Handbell rehearsals will begin in September. The handbell choirs are full at the moment but there is a waiting list of potential ringers. We can always consider adding another handbell choir if there is enough interest. Treble Choir also begins in September. Watch for details!! As part of your own devotion this month read the text of hymn #420. It is a beautiful expression of what church music is all about and I hope it will inspire you to add your own Alleluias to our Music Ministry. Make a joyful noise! Join the choir this 2010-2011 Programming Year!

Encyclopedia Wanted

General encyclopedias have a wealth of information related to religion. The World Book Encyclopedia has individual articles on all of the books of the Bible. There are also many articles with good summaries of individuals in the Bible and articles on mythology and the Bible itself as well as other religions, Greek and Roman gods. Additionally, there are articles on Ancient Greece and Rome. The Library has an encyclopedia but it is not complete and over 20 years old. If you have a recent (within 5 years) encyclopedia, preferably the World Book that you would like to donate to the church library, please call Lee Fletcher (693- 4145) or contact him at [email protected].

Oral History Volunteers

As described in the previous Spirit, the Oral History Program is under the auspices of the Library and the Church Archives, which is housed in the Library. Volunteers have completed twelve interviews during the last year. More interviewers are needed. If you would like to be a part of this program, please contact Aidan Stone (905-0323), Bobbie Stone (423-0498) or Lee Fletcher. Training will be provided later this summer. –Lee Fletcher

9 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

Ministry Fair – Sunday, August 29 after the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist in Saints Hall! Mark your calendars for a morning of discovering exciting educational and other opportunities offered on Sundays and throughout the week for adults, youth and children for the 2010-2011 year. Come to register children and youth for the new program year. Come to meet new members of our parish family and to enjoy the company of friends you haven’t seen over the summer. Come to see how “thoughtful food” looks and tastes. Come to continue to learn that our formation as Christians is carried out through education and in so many other ways that feed our souls and feed our neighbors’. Come and bring your neighbor!

Tuesday, August 10, the Children’s Program is going to Holiday World for an end of summer gathering of the parents, children and youth of St. Matthew’s. We will depart from St. Matthew’s at 9:00 a.m. The first sixty children, youth and parents to sign up [sheets on bulletin boards on the main and lower levels of the church] will pay $15.00 per person instead of the group rate of $28.00 per person. Children who will be entering the fifth grade and younger must be accompanied by a parent. We look forward to this being a wonderful community building activity as we head back to a new year! Sign up as soon as possible and please pay by August 3. Your checks should be made out to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church with Children’s Program in the memo line.

Prayer Vigil for A New School Year on Sunday, August 15 Please join Debbi Rodahaffer from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. [for fifteen minutes or any length of time] in the church to pray for our children, youth, teachers, parents, school bus drivers, young drivers, those off to college, and all of the people who are involved in education as a new school year begins. Come to pray silently or bring a prayer that you would love to share aloud. What better way can we send our children to school than with our thoughtful prayers?

Church School Teacher Meeting Thursday, August 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m. for those who teach 3s through high schoolers.

EDUCATION FOR TWO-YEAR-OLDS THROUGH 102’S BEGINS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12!

“When we live with hope we do not get tangled up with concerns for how our wishes will be fulfilled. Hope includes an openness where you wait for the promise to be delivered, even though you never know when, where, or how this might happen.” – from Bring Prayer into Your Life WITH OPEN HANDS by Henri Nouwen

10 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant August 2010

Youth trip to Youth group Holiday World and and Splashin’ Safari Acolyte Training Tuesday, August 10, 9:00 a.m. Sunday, August 29 An all day trip to Holiday World – exact times to be 5:30-7:30 p.m. determined. You pay $15 per ticket (church will pay the Dinner, games and acolyte training (for those in 7th grade rest). Bring money for food. and above who are interested in acolyting). There will be There are a limited number of spots, so sign up ASAP at plenty of other activities for those not doing the acolyte church! training.

Save the Date!

The official kick off to the fall youth program – The Annual Road Rally is Sunday, September 12 You won’t want to miss this. Plan to be there!

Best wishes to our graduated Seniors who are heading off to college –

Jon Goldberg, Jefferson Community College Emily Holmberg, Jefferson Community College Shane Hall, College of Mount St. Joseph Becca Lambert, University of Kentucky Nathan Hardy, University of Louisville Speed School

This information and more is on the church web site at: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

11 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries

Green Faith I am pleased to announce that Faith Huff has accepted the leadership of St. Matthew’s Green Team, and I know for a fact that she is very motivated, interested and excited about the possibilities. I am excited as well, and let me share with you why. Three words: Organized People Person. Those are three great words when it comes to church work. I think these two traits are almost always present in a successful ministry: a consistent organized focus and a connection and care for people. Of course, you must begin with a love for God and the Gospel. But having that, you then look for these other two. Sometimes you get one and sometimes you get the other. But when you get both – great things can happen. This is where we are with the Green Team. Faith understands that a ministry like this (any ministry actually) is at its core about team building and people building – and that is exactly what she wants to do. She wants to gather people and help them grow a ministry of service. So, if any of you out there want to be a part of a people ministry with a passion for the web of life – call the office and ask for Jerry Cappel or talk to Faith Huff. Great things are happening. REFLECTIONS ON FAITH & LIFE

A monthly reflection from Bob Nesmith Compassion & Fear The parable of the Good Samaritan was the Gospel lectionary reading in mid-July. Appropriately after church a small group of parishioners heard about EDGE, a Louisville based organization of Samaritans who bring clean water and sanitation to people in Haiti and elsewhere. Later Sunday afternoon while looking through the “New York Times,” I began reading a page one story about Haitians living in highway medians. These people, who lost their homes and most of their possessions in the earthquake, now live in cardboard shacks in the median between two busy streets, cooking, eating and bathing there in full view of drivers. It continued on page 11, alongside a half page ad for a resort vacation in the Bahamas or Mexico. What in the world was the editor thinking, putting a story of abject poverty and misery next to an invitation to vacation at a resort in the same area? What we so often miss in the Good Samaritan parable is the lesson to do something. Talking and teaching, preaching and writing are important; but in the end we must take action. That’s what the Samaritan did. He did not debate the basis of helping the man or stop to wonder if he would be recognized and rewarded for giving aid. He acted. On the second or third anniversary of the World Trade Towers attack on 9/11, PBS ran a special featuring New Yorkers’ remembrances. I have quoted this rabbi before and I keep coming back to what he said. “I no longer judge people by what they say, but by what they do.” That was what Jesus might have said about the Samaritan. We seldom stop to ask WWJD (what would Jesus do) when compassion moves us. To help others is an innate human need; but one that can easily be ignored because of fear. Fear is a strong motivator – from the real fear of danger, to a fear of going against the norm. Perhaps what makes the EDGE organization’s work so appealing is that they have ignored all the naysayers, all those who in one way or another have discouraged their efforts. Even physical danger has not dissuaded them from their compassion. Their compassion compels action despite their fears. ********** The St. Matthew’s food pantry is now five months old and the number of people coming to receive food increases dramatically each month. As pleasing as it is to know that we are filling a need in the community our real success will be when no one needs us! Pray and work for whatever stirs your compassion. Peace & blessings. To respond or comment, e-mail the writer at [email protected]

12 Volunteer SOCIAL CONCERNS

Opportunities Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch, co-chairs of Social Concerns

Calvary / St. George’s A big Thank You to Jody Fletcher, who chaired the Social Concerns Committee these past few years. What an amazing ministry Jody has given to St. Matthew’s! Food Collection We also are excited to Welcome Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch as the new Sunday co-chairs of Social Concerns. Marie and Bob help with the Food Pantry, and will soon embark upon their first year in Education for Ministry (EfM). When asked August 1 what drew them to chair Social Concerns, Bob said, “We both felt like we could do Hunger never takes a lot more ‘giving back’, so we decided to get really involved.” What a blessing a vacation. each of you are for St. Matthew’s. Please remember those in need. Please bring non-perishable items to the narthex, or to the downstairs collection basket, St. MAM School Supplies Drive which is located under the grand staircase. Thank you St. Matthew’s for your generous response to St. MAMs request for Your donations help to make school supplies. Your generosity has been outstanding and, as this newsletter a difference to people in need goes to print, many children will be receiving the supplies they need to have a of support. successful school year.

Habitat for Humanity Back from Kenya Saturday, August 7 and First and foremost I would like to thank everyone who contributed to my Saturday, September 11 involvement towards this trip; your kindness and generosity mean a great deal to me and I hope my messages from Kenya give you some indication that your Work 8:30 a.m. to Noon contributions and support were well spent. This is an experience that I will remember for a half day or for years to come, and I have St. Matthew’s, John Willingham, and the people of 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kenya to thank for that. for a full day. Working and living alongside the people of Oyugis, I learned a great deal about their Give Habitat a try. culture and the wonderful work Hearts4Kenya does for that community. For those We welcome newcomers. that don’t know, Hearts4Kenya is a nonprofit headed by St. Matthew’s very own, No special skills required. John Willingham, and the purpose behind our trip. John brings his knowledge of On the job training is available. agriculture to about 80 families and about a dozen schools, to improve the standard (carpool from church, 8:25 a.m.) of living all the while being self sufficient. Having the opportunity to go to these schools, and actually seeing the product of their hard work, the pride in the eyes of the students as they raised and maintained their own crops left me fulfilled. John’s Serve lunch vision is definitely becoming a reality and his hard work is paying off. at Wayside While in Kenya, we had the opportunity to visit the orphans of Rongo. A memorable experience, full of music, laughter and lots and lots of soccer! Know that all your Christian Mission contributions are being put to great use there and are very much appreciated. The kids are a lively bunch, and send their greetings to each and every person at St. Sunday, August 8 Matthew’s. Sadly, my camera saw its last days while at Rongo but those pictures and were salvaged and will be on display in the youth area very soon. Sunday, September 12 Many thanks again for allowing me this opportunity; it was truly an eye opening 12:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. experience that will stay with me forever. If you want to know more about how you For more information, can be involved either with next year’s trip or with Hearts4Kenya, please get in please call contact with John. We can all benefit from your continued support! Sarah Weston, 426-6678. —Brandon Brones

13 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of August 1 Week of August 8 Mosher: Carol Newman: Martha Moyer: Jim, Tay Wilkins, Karin Moyer Niehaus: Peter, Emerson, Delilah Mulloy: Patrick, Mandy, William “Wip” Niel: Michael, Anne, Kyle, Rachel Mulloy: Pat, Francie Nixon: Sandy, Molly, Alex, Henry Murphy: Larry, Pam Nixon: Edie Myers: Steve, Beth, Barrett, Wills, Jack Nixon: Bo, Edie Ndife: Matrid, Briana, Brandon Nixon: Jenny, Henry Neaveill: Joel, Jenny, Trevor, Morgan Nixon: Theodore, Mary Nesmith: Bob, Sharon Nuss: Charlotte Newkirk: Eric, Amy, Elizabeth Nutt: Claude, Sherry

Week of August 15 Week of August 22 Nutt: Ruth Pearson: Jennifer, Abby, Luke O’Roark: Jane, D.L. Peck: John Oberhausen: Ellen, Jana Peck: Mickey, Kevin Clark Ogden: Anne Peck: Robert, Deborah, Jason Van Meter, Gina Van Meter Oliver: Adrian, Sara, Emma, Joseph, Mary Glen Pelton: Ed Ormsby: Barbara, Elizabeth Pendleton: Mark, Mary Beth, Katie, Kennedy Pardue: Thomas, Brooke, Matt Peoples: Moray, Judith Parker: Doug, Ashley, Celia, Harrison Perera: Swarna Parkins: Cleve, Gwen Peterson: Charlie, Jenny Patterson-Randles: Sandra Peterson: Michelle, Marcella, Monique

Week of August 29 Petlock: Carol Pritchard: Ray, Connie Redman: Jay, Nan Lang, Petrites: Greg, Sarah Clement Pruett: Joe Paul, Emily Michael Foster, Plager: George, Marti Quinn: Marilyn Elizabeth Foster Prater: Susan, Lindsay, Ryan Ray: Bradford, Stacey, Kyle, Preston: Jeff, Leigh Anne, Molly, Kylie Samantha, MacKenzie

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Stuart Huffman, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, and The Rev. Steve Pike

14 PARISH FAMILY

Transfers In J. William Kingston from Christ Church Cathedral, Indianapolis, IN Jerry J. Bowles from Beargrass Christian Church, Louisville, KY Evelyn Harlamert from Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY Kenneth and Denee Bannister from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Louisville, KY

Transfers Out Holly Hinson to Church of the Advent, Louisville, KY

Marriage Katherine E. Brown to Phillip A. Cochran, July 3

Births Levi Calvin “Cap” Ahern, May 29, son of Ali and Kevin Ahern, brother to Eden and grandson of Roger and Phyllis Dutschke We want to extend congratulations to David and Jackie Brooks on the birth of their grandson

Deaths Diane Simpson, June 29 John “Jack” Geary, June 29 We are sorry to hear about the death of Rebecca Stephens’ father

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CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Summer Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Office Hours: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator Monday-Thursday: Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator Ruth Kempf, Accountant Friday & Saturday: Matt Averbeck, Sexton 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Parish Officers & Vestry Sue Bridge, Senior Warden Chris Bartholomew Nan Lang Joe Paul Pruett Bill Cheatham, Junior Warden Bill Bond Marty Lawfer Clay Smith Lynn Reese, Secretary Becky Donovan Kitten Lawless Rhody Streeter David Brooks, Treasurer Brian Good Susan Prater Marilyn Swain Matthew Pardue, Youth Representative 16 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s September 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. SEPTEMBER MEANS A NEW (PROGRAM) YEAR! Church School for all ages starts September 12

! Children “dismissed” after the 10:00 a.m. service for classes ! Adult Education offerings begin at 11:10 a.m. ! Weekly groups and classes return

Christian Formation is about both head and heart. Growth in the knowledge and love of God is lifelong. Join your fellow parishioners to (as our bumper sticker* says) challenge your mind and renew your spirit! Look inside for all sorts of possibilities. • If you want a bumper sticker, ask one of the greeters or ushers.

A NEW BISHOP FOR OUR DIOCESE! The Very Rev. Terry Allen White will be ordained (consecrated) as Bishop on Saturday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m. at the Galt House. ALL members of the diocese are invited (that’s us!). Some of our parishioners (acolytes, those serving on various diocesan committees, clergy) are participating in the service. Laity, deacons, priests and bishops from around the country will be part of this joyful celebration, and our Presiding Bishop, The Most. Rev. Dr. Katharine Jefferts Schori, will preside. Be there! All members of the diocese are also invited to a dinner and reception honoring the Bishop- elect on Friday night, September 24 at the Galt House. Reservations are required for this, and tickets are $50. See the bulletin board or the diocesan website (www.episcopalky.org) for more information. 1 PARISH NEWS

Ministry Fair Report It’s Time for Thank you to all who participated in this year’s Ministry Foyer Group Sign-Ups Fair on August 29. It was a great way to see all the ministry opportunities that St. Matthew’s has to offer, inside and Foyer Groups are a fun and easy way for parishioners outside the parish. to gather together on a regular but informal basis for purely social reasons. The purpose of Foyers is to Here are some of the highlights: enjoy one another’s company, to strengthen bonds of • The Living the Spirit team was available for questions. • New ministries such as the Fitness Network were community, to meet new members, and just to get to represented. know people in the parish whom we might not meet • We learned what will be coming up this fall in various otherwise. classes and groups. Groups are made up of singles, couples, young people, • Information about Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, our October retired folks, etc. – in other words a cross section of Dimensions of Faith speaker, was presented. the parish. Newcomers are especially invited to join. • Sign-ups for Foyers and other groups were available. • Many people were able to connect with a ministry The groups are put together randomly. Each small where their gifts can be used. group of eight to ten people meets once every four to If you had to miss the Fair, it’s not too late to get involved. six weeks. Some groups meet in the home of one of Pick up a copy of the new Ministry Opportunities Booklet the members of the group; others wish to meet at local in the Narthex. It has a short description of all the ministries restaurants. The choice of available options is limited at St. Matthew’s. Detailed contact information for each only by the collective imagination of the group! ministry leader is available on the bulletin board by the Sign-up sheets are located on the bulletin board by the Grand Staircase or by calling the church reception desk, Grand Staircase. Sign-ups will be collected until early 895-3485. October. Groups begin meeting in November. Foyer Contact Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Groups meet four to five times during the program (895-3485, [email protected]) to discuss possibilities. year. In June the groups join for an end of the year pot Watch the website, www.stmatt-ky.org, bulletin board, luck dinner in Saints Hall. Sunday bulletin and newsletter for up-to-date information Want to learn more about Foyer Groups? Contact about these and many other St. Matthew’s ministries and Sue Bridge, [email protected], 245-5872 or groups. Karen Hill, [email protected], 895-3485 for more As each has received a gift, employ it for one another, information or questions. but as good stewards of God’s varied grace. 1 Peter 4:10

St. Matthew’s Day Celebration Everyone is welcome! Sunday, October 3 (Note the later date this year) 10:00 a.m. Holy Baptism and Holy Eucharist – welcoming new members through the sacrament of Baptism – welcoming new members to the parish – celebrating and giving thanks for Living the Spirit – celebrating our life together 11:15 a.m. Parish Picnic See the bulletin, website, and bulletin board for more information about the picnic, but SAVE THE DATE! and plan to bring a friend or neighbor! 2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, Our new program year is starting, and after the relative calm of the summer life here at St. Matthew’s will become busy, busy, busy once again. I’m excited about all the possibilities and opportunities for fellowship, education and service, and I hope all of you can find something to meet your needs, or that challenges you in a new way. Our Coordinator of Volunteers, Karen Hill, is always ready to help if you are unsure where you might fit in, so don’t hesitate to give her a call. In the midst of all this, however, it’s important to stop and remember that the most important thing we do, the center of our life together, is WORSHIP. Worship draws us to the heart of God, and strengthens us to go out and serve the world in Christ’s name. The discipline of regular Sunday worship forms and shapes us. When members are missing, our community is not complete: we NEED each other. So, whatever you do or don’t do, however you are feeling on a particular Sunday, whether you are in a spiritual desert or blossoming, come and worship!

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FINANCIAL UPDATE

Income and Expense (as of July 30) Income, year to date $459,774.00 Expenditures, year to date $520,498.00 Deficit ($60,724.00)

LIVING THE SPIRIT (as of 8/17/10) Total pledged $750,997.00 Thank you! This is amazing in these troubled economic times! We know many of you have stretched a great deal to do this. We will celebrate the closing of the campaign on St. Matthew’s Day.

Some of you have asked why we don’t simply use our endowment to pay off our loans. The simple answer is: it would wipe out the endowment. However, the Finance Committee does feel that we are on track to paying these loans off, even if it would take longer than we would like. The important thing is our on-going life together, and to that end the Rector and Treasurer have written: Commitment to the Lord’s work within the parish by making an annual pledge is vital to our financial strength. Your pledges allow the vestry and staff to make definite plans about what they can accomplish in the year ahead. Without a pledge commitment from you, we can not plan to provide the staffing, programs, outreach and building maintenance for the next year. As we move toward the annual Every Member Canvass in October, remember pledging is the life blood of our parish. Your vestry, treasurer and rector become more effective if they know the amount of funds which you will make available for the mission of St. Matthew’s. Please think and pray NOW about your pledge.

3 PARISH NEWS

October Drug Toss Curb Appeal! St. Matthew’s Green Team will help you dispose of I am a Life Scout with Troop 325 and have attended your old/expired/unwanted medications at the October St. Matthew’s all of my life. I was baptized and confirmed drug toss. So start cleaning out your medicine cabinet here. Being a Life Scout, and working towards Eagle Scout, now! I have chosen St. Matthew’s as the place to carry out my project. You may have already noticed the new mulch on Why? Safe collection and disposal of medications keeps the playground. This is the first step of my project. Next I them out of the hands of people who might abuse them. will be planting three trees, a trellis, and two benches. Of It also keeps drugs out of our precious waterways, course, to complete what needs to be done I am in need of because people typically flush them down a drain or more money. I am asking you, the parishioners of St. toilet. Matthew’s, to help assist me in this project - a project that Where? We will have a collection box in the hallway by will benefit so many children: the Community Preschoolers, the children of St. Matthew’s and the children around the the grandstaircase on Sundays, beginning in September, community who enjoy our wonderful playground through- for you to drop off your medications. If you come by at out the year. Any amount you choose to donate will be other times, please check with the office, as the box will greatly appreciated. Envelopes, marked “Eagle Scout/ be in a secure location. Playgound Project”, will be in the narthex. Thank you! How? Mark out your name and any personal informa- —Jake Smith tion, such as address, on the label. Keep the drug name visible, if possible. When? We will take the box to the Episcopal Church Home on Friday, October 8. You may also take your Art in the Narthex drugs to St. Denis Church, 4205 Cane Run Road, on The current exhibit in our narthex is photographs from October 7 or the Urban Government Center, 810 Barret parishioner Mike Fitzer. Mike makes his living as a Avenue, on October 9. Director of Photography, shooting footage for feature and Who? Representatives from Metro Police and Metro documentary films, major television networks, corporate Solid Waste Division will be on hand to ensure safe communications, and non-profit organizations. This exhibit collection and disposal of the drugs. shows his interest in learning more about still photography rather than moving images. They will be on display through October 3. Evening Prayer Beginning August 23, Evening Prayer will change its schedule from six nights a week to three nights a week. What’s in a Name? We’re hoping that with a shorter schedule, but more We have a Business Manager working in the Accounting intense promotion, we may build greater participation Office. The title’s been changed, not the person. Ruth from within the congregation. While the dedication and Kempf has been our Accountant for some 10 years. In commitment of the volunteers who practice the office order to better reflect the scope of work she performs here is as deep and passionate as ever, we find our numbers at St. Matthew’s we’ve adapted her title to Business have been reduced through illness, transfer, and even Manager, a name change. our dear Jack Geary’s death. We encourage others to Ruth will continue to perform day-to-day functions such as join us at this simple service that offers a gentle closure being responsible for church funds both incoming and to the day, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 6 outgoing, watching over the financial record keeping, p.m. The clergy have recognized the need and producing monthly and annual financial statements, and appreciation for a healing service, so we are re- calculating the various payrolls. She is widely involved in instituting the practice of combining a healing Eucharist the Stewardship and Capital Campaigns for the church, with evening prayer on the first Wednesday of every responsible for our business and commercial insurance as will as personnel benefits for staff. month. Our first Healing Eucharist will be on Wednesday, September 1 at 6 p.m. If you ever have questions just give her a call, or stop by for a visit. You’ll find her in the same office as always. –Rhody Streeter 4 PARISH NEWS

An Update on the Badri Thinking Green.... family: Fadi, Sally, Maryam Food for Thought August brought changes for the Badri family. They had GREEN is everywhere in our Food, Inc. world. (Did hoped to move from their Partridge Pointe Apartment at you see Lindsay Christensen’s presentation here in the end of the August, but just as they began to look at June?) We associate “Green” with healthy sounding available apartments, Fadi was informed that his job had words like organic, happy, whole grain, and so move ended. It seems that the job was temporary all along and we just had not been told that. Since Sally’s job has merrily down the grocery aisle thinking we are making not materialized as anticipated, neither of them is healthy changes. (Example: “Natural” cereal which lists employed at this writing. Not having an income makes 15 ingredients on its box.) relocating difficult, so Sally and Fadi decided to sign GREEN is not new. The term “greening” was used in another lease with Partridge Pointe. the 12th century by Hildegard of Bingen to describe a The exciting news for the family is that Sally’s mother, life-giving, life-preserving way of living out Christ’s call. father, brother and sister relocated from Jordan and This is the path we want to follow. At St. Matthew’s, arrived in Michigan on August 12. Sally and Fadi have we are experimenting in local green – as local as our not seen them in four years and Mimi has never met her own backyard garden – as well as purchasing locally grandparents. We are helping them investigate ways to grown produce from farmers’ markets and feeding the travel to Michigan where Sally also has an uncle and hungry via our Dare to Care food bank. Fadi has an aunt. It will be such a joyous family reunion. In Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (author: Barbara Kingsolver), Steven L. Hopp suggests three basic Please continue to hold these young people in your components of responsible eating: favoring food grown prayers. Thank you. in an environmentally responsible way, delivered with —Moray Peoples and Sharon Nesmith minimal petroleum use, and in a manner that doesn’t exploit the farmers. A last minute development: Fadi got another temporary job that will start September 12 and Sally This year our Green Team at St. Matthew’s will be was hired to hostess at The Café on Brent Avenue. studying a variety of possible changes to consider in our Sally will start as soon as she arranges care for Mimi. private and community lives. We began by looking at What a happy day for them! something near and dear to many of us – coffee – specifically, Fair Trade coffee – from a community St. Matthew’s sponsored this family, working with company that abides by the above basic requirements of Kentucky Refugee Ministries. responsible eating. Look for information at our after- service coffee hour, taste the product, and think of purchasing it for use at your home. We constantly stive to live our faith in a practical, The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch meaningful way. Translating the eternal experience of The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group gets together the third Christ’s love into our daily paths has been the goal of Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at various Christians across the generations. In our time, we face restaurants throughout the city. All are welcome! enormous global challenges, Only a GREEN Faith will Reservations are needed in advance so please remember do. Think of Faith not as a list of accepted beliefs, but to RSVP each month with Betty Triplett, 384-0244, as living without fear because we trust in God’s unfail- and let her know if you will need to carpool. ing love. Join us on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 for a thoughtful meal and conversation! Thursday, September 16 - Irish Rover, Frankfort Ave. Greenly yours, Faith A. Huff The Men’s Breakfast Group We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across from Norton Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not just retired or senior folks. 5 MUSIC NOTES

Barbara Ellis, Choir Director / Organist

Summer Favorites!

Late last spring we asked parishioners to tell us their favorite hymns. I was pleased that there were lots of responses. There were a few surprises in the list – but really, not many. There were more quiet, reflective hymns requested than joyous hymns. Was it the text that spoke to you, or the melody, or the tug at your heart from a memory of long ago? The most requested hymn was The Navy Hymn. Each Sunday we sang hymns from the list at our 9:30 service and they were marked, ! a parishioner’s favorite in the bulletin. There were a few I was not able to squeeze in but you will hear them sometime in the fall. Were you here the day we sang your favorite?

Loving God Who Birthed Creation O God Our Help in Ages Past Welcome, Happy Morning O Zion Haste Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee Like the Murmur of a Dove’s Song Morning Has Broken Simple Gifts All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name O Worship the King Eternal Father Strong to Save Now Thank We All Our God Awake, Awake to Love and Work O Beautiful for Spacious Skies There’s A Wideness in God’s Mercy All Things Bright and Beautiful The King of Love Faith of Our Fathers Rock of Ages Go Down, Moses Take My Life and Let it Be Hail to the Lord’s Anointed Savior like a Shepherd I Sing a Song of the Saints of God Just As I Am Lord of All Hopefulness My Faith Looks Up to Thee The Doxology A Mighty Fortress Alleluia, Alleluia Give Thanks Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Immortal Invisible Seek Ye First I Come With Joy Music is an integral part of worship for many of us. Each year when the choir returns, we sing my favorite hymn, “When In Our Music God is Glorified”. Actually, I have many favorites and I can tell that the great hymns of our faith speak to you as well. The favorites reflect the various traditions and denominations that have come together at St. Matthew’s. Listen for old favorites but open your mind to new hymns as we begin another year!

A New Programming Year Has Begun!

Choir rehearsals have resumed and Handbell choirs will begin rehearsing soon. We are pleased to welcome Steve Cherry and Dave Johansen tot he choir. Treble Choir rehearsals will begin in a few weeks. Come be a part of the Music Ministry! Let your joyful noise be heard! Everyone is Welcome!

6 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Education for all ages begins on September 12!

This summer many people have worked very hard to ensure educational food for thought opportunities for children, youth and adults. Come to worship at 10:00! Stay to learn at 11:00! Children will be dismissed from Church to classes on the 12th.

If your child was not registered for church school during the Ministry Fair, please complete a card for your child on Sunday, September 12 in Parents In Conversation.

Gifts for your children = Our teachers and activity room leaders! Our teachers’ ministry = 100+ years of church school classroom experience and nurturing = a difference in your child’s life!

High School (#118) ...... Lynn Miller, Brandon Brones, and The Rev. Emily S. Crouch Middle School (#117) ...... Mike Risley, Shannon Edwards, Mary and Bill Cheatham, and Randy Strause 4th and 5th Graders (#112) ...... Andrea Ledvina, Anne Heim and our High School Youth 2nd and 3rd Graders (#114) ...... Tyler Goldberg and Angela Koshewa 1st Graders (#125 & #126) ...... Godly Play” Storytellers – Laura Bomar, chair, ...... Jodi Behr, Anne Farra, Libby Hardy, Joel Latto, Beth Myers, and Amy Tucker 4s and Ks (#124) ...... Amy Mitchell, Allison Hall, Beth Myers and High School Youth 3s (#127) ...... Lauren Becker (teaches at 10 am!) and our High School Youth 2s and Toddlers (#115) ...... Ann Wise and Sue Shaw Nursery (#116)...... Brooke and David Sparks and the best baby rocker ever…Dottie Snell Nursery and Activity Rooms open at 9:40 a.m. each Sunday and remain open until the bell rings to end the Education Hour.

Author Jenifer Gamber, My Faith, My Life and Your Faith, Your Life will present a workshop for the Diocese of Kentucky at St. Matthew’s on Saturday, September 18 from 9:30 until 12 noon. Her topic will be “Making Church Authentic for Teens and So Much More”. If you are a parent of teens or work with teens in the church setting, please join us for what will be an informative and excellent workshop. You can read more about Jenifer on the diocesan website. (Jenifer is looking forward to meeting our parents during PIC on Sunday.)

Parents In Conversation ~ September September 12 Welcome – “Who We Are and Whose We Are” Join René Strause and meet other St. Matthew’s parents! September 19 Jenifer Gamber, noted Episcopal writer and keynote speaker, will be our guest. Jenifer will lead a discussion on “Making Church Authentic for Teens”. September 26 “What Parents Should Know About the Court System”, Lisa Cartier-Giroux, parishioner, parent and prosecuting attorney 7 6:15p 11a 8a 8a 8a 8a 8a 8:30a 1:30p 8:30a 11a SATURDAY Cursillo, 2 Cursillo, Food Pantry, Music Rehearsal, Cursillo, Bishop’s Consecretion, Interfaith Paths to Peace Film, Cursillo, Habitat, 25 4 11 18 Cursillo, Humanity, Habitat for 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 9a 9a 9a 9a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a ning Prayer: Mon., Wed., Fri., 6 p.m. Wed., ning Prayer: Mon., FRIDAY 6:45p 6:45p 24 October 1 Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & 10 17 3 Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & Golden Bells, Ladies AA, AA, Newcomers & ice, or look on the sheet posted in the office window. ice, or look on the sheet posted in office 5p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 6p 9:30a 10:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a M Women’s 9a f 7:30p 7p 7:30p 6:30p 11:30a THURSDAY 30 23 Art Group In Women Conversation, Children’s Comm. Mtg., Women In Women Conversation, Art Group Art Group Going Deeper, Ladies Lunch Bunch, Babysit @ Cornerstone, Survivors of Suicide, 2 9 16 Art Group In Women Conversation, Art Group, Altar/Flower Guild, Daughters of the King, Survivors of Suicide, Women In Women Conversation, Group, Art Group, In Women Conversation, Former E Former 8a 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6p 7:45p 7:45p 6:30p 6:30p 6p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 9a 9a 9a 9a M, M, M, M, f f f f WEDNESDAY 29 22 Adult Handbells, Choir, E 1 8 15 Food Pantry Comm. Meeting, Adult Handbells, Choir Practice, Preschool Begins, E Wednesday Night Wednesday Education Forum, Adult Handbells, Choir, E Healing Service, The Bridge Chaplain’s Meeting, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Choir, E September 2010 6p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 9a 8p 8p 8p 8p 9a 8:30a 6:15p 5:30p Healing Service: First Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m. Wednesday Healing Service: First TUESDAY Discussing Dimensions, AA, Alanon & Discussing Dimensions, AA, Alanon & Sunday Forum’s Group, Men’s Breakfast Group, Preschool Pics, & Dinner Vestry Mtg., Discussing Dimensions, AA, Alanon & 7 14 Preschool Picture viewing, Dimensions of Faith, Comm. Mtg., Discussing Dimensions, AA, Alanon & 21 28 9a 1:30p 10a 6:30p 10a 10a 6:30p 6p 6p 6p MONDAY 7p M, M, M, f f f 13 6 CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 20 27 Bible Study, Bible Study, E Green Team Comm. Team Green Meeting, Cooking for Cornerstone, Bible Study, Bible Study, Book Group, E Bible Study, Bible Study, E Garden Comm. Meeting, Baptismal Prep Class, 11a Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. Check with parish off 12p 11:15a 4p Holy Eucharist: Sunday Servicess, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., & Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Eve 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, Tuesdays, Holy Eucharist: Sunday Servicess, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., SUNDAY 5:30p 4:30p NOTE: 12 5 19 26 Youth Group: Youth Games & Movies, Church School for all ages, Hunger Group: Youth Walk, RCRC, Youth Group Youth Annual Road Rally, Church School Begins Intergenerational Class,

8 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant September 2010 DON’T FORGET! Bagels with Brandon each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m.

FALL 2010 KICK-OFF 2010 Hunger Walk Annual Road Rally Sunday, September 19 12:00-4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 12 • Lunch after church provided • Carpool to the Hunger Walk at the Riverfront 4:30-7:30 p.m. • Return to SMEC by 4:00 p.m. for pick up No money required. Please collect donations. Meet at SMEC at 4:30 p.m. Divide into teams (cars) Photo scavenger hunt around the St. Matthews area Games and Movies End at Gattiland at 6:30 p.m. Pick up at Gattiland by 7:30. Sunday, September 26 5:30-7:30 p.m. We will pay for your dinner. Bring money for games. Dinner and fun at church!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS SEPTEMBER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Sunday, October 3 St. Matthew’s Day Picnic Saturday, September 11, 10:30 a.m.: WALK TO BENEFIT JUVENILE DIABETES at 11:15 a.m. Churchill Downs Youth v. Adult Kickball Game Thursday, September 16, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.:

12:00 p.m. BABYSITTING FOR CORNERSTONE

○○○○○○ ○○○○○○○○○○○○○ -6:00 p.m. Meet at SMEC -6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Babysit CHURCH SCHOOL SCHEDULE -8:00 p.m. Pick up at SMEC Middle School: Sunday, September 19: HUNGER WALK

Off Campus – 3rd Sunday (see above)

○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ High School: ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Off Campus – 1st Sunday Saturday, September 25, 11 a.m.: Emily & Brandon – 2nd Sunday SPECIAL EVENT: The Consecration of the Teach youngsters church school – 3rd Sunday New Bishop of Kentucky at the Galt House. Brandon & Lynn – 4th Sunday

This information and more is on the church web site at: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

9 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries

The Creation Family Story – September 12 What are your family stories? Does your family scrapbook display both heroes and villains? Do you live with family traditions that simply must be honored? Is there something in your inherited name that helps define who you are or are not? On a much larger scale, the creation stories in the first few chapters of Genesis can also serve to tell us about our whole earth family: who we are, where we are, and how we are related for good or ill. It displays both heroes and villains, and can help point the way to living rightly in accord with God’s design and purpose. These stories can help us know how to live up to our name, “Children of God.” At 11 a.m., on Sunday, September 12, we will take a look at the creation stories in Genesis and what they tell us about our relationship with life on earth. Where is the Word of God in the midst of the Gulf oil spill, mass extinctions, toxic air, water and food? What voice should the church have in these issues? How would the creator have us live? Join us in the discussion.

Sunergos Coffee at the Coffee Hour Starting Sunday, September 5, we will begin to serve coffee from Sunergos, a local coffee shop in Louisville. They derive their name from the Greek word “sunergos” used in the first century to refer to relational collaborative service. They write, “It is our intention that our work, intertwined in relationship with the Creator, our families, the community, and the environment, will thrive as an expression of integrated living.” We will share more with you about both the coffee and the company in the coming weeks. We have selected them to supply our coffee for reasons of both price and justice. They have made a generous offer to deliver coffee to us at wholesale prices. Also, we know about their fair trade practices in their relationships with coffee growers around the world. We hope you enjoy both the good flavor and the good purpose of our Sunday coffee.

Books and Lectures Available on Disks

The library has several books on compact disc. These include Anne Frank – Diary of a Young Girl; Thomas Cahill’s Mysteries of the Middle Ages: the Rise of Feminism, Science and Art from the Cults of Catholic Europe; and Greg Mortenson’s Three Cups of Tea. A bibliography of all the Audio Books is available in the library. Additionally, the library has lectures available in various formats (DVD, videotape and compact disc). A listing of these lectures, which include some from the annual Chautauqua Institute Lecture series and some of the Dimensions of Faith speakers, is also available.

10 Volunteer SOCIAL CONCERNS

Opportunities Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch, co-chairs of Social Concerns Calvary / St. George’s Food Collection Let’s Help Put Hunger on the Run! Sunday Mark your calendars and join us, Sunday, September 19, for the 32nd September 6 Anniversary of the Hunger Walk, “Miles for Meals”. Each fall this 5k run/walk helps raise funds to benefit programs that, on a daily basis, address the needs Hunger never takes of those who are at risk of going hungry in our community and the world. a vacation. Please help St. Matthew’s support this important event. Donate, volunteer, Please bring non-perishable and walk with your family on September 19. Our St. Matthew’s group will items to the narthex, or to the meet at 2:00 p.m. near the registration desks at Waterfront Plaza. downstairs collection basket, which is located under the Last year, St. Matthew’s raised over $1,000 in donations. Please help us meet grand staircase. our goal of $1,500 in donations. Dare to Care! Both food pantries depend on –Jody Fletcher our donations to help them meet the increasing demand for food in our community. If you are out of town for the Labor Day weekend, please drop your items off during the week. Cornerstone at the Cathedral Habitat for Humanity Cornerstone at the Cathedral provides babysitting services for mothers so that they can participate in Home of the Innocents’ Teen Parenting Program. Saturday, September 11 Cornerstone’s “Aftercare Program” provides services to young adults aged Work 9:00 a.m. to Noon eighteen to twenty-four years of age who are in need of assistance with for a half day or housing, employment, education, community resources and independent living 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. skills. Cornerstone provides an evening meal, counseling services and skill for a full day. building sessions for needy, teenage mothers. Give Habitat a try. On the first Thursday evening of each month volunteers from St. Matthew’s We welcome newcomers. Episcopal Church provide a dinner and child care for the evening session. By No special skills required. giving of your time to Cornerstone, just a few hours each month, you are On the job training is available. supporting our mission as a caring, welcoming community. Please sign up just (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) one time to prepare and/or donate funds for a meal or help care for our Serve lunch children. at Wayside Give it a try…this is something you can do to make a difference! Sunday, September 12 —Diane Clark For more information, please call Sarah Weston, 426-6678. ----- Lots of good discussion at the Social Concerns committee meeting Cornerstone regarding various upcoming activities. Seamen’s Ministry to begin To cook or send food, sign up on soon. the bulletin board located across from the grand staircase, or call ----- Thanks to all who donated to the St. MAMs school supply drive. It Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. was an overwhelming response and gratefully received by St. MAMs. To babysit, call Diane Clark, ----- Marty Lawfer reported that the Relay for Life raised over $2,000! 245-5633. We meet at 5:15 at Great job to all who participated. Whole Foods (Shelbyville Road) for a light dinner and conversa------Habitat for Humanity getting in full swing. We can use all the help tion, then carpool at 6:00 to the we can get! Cathedral. Join us this month.

11 OUR KENYA KIDS AT RONGO

Who in the World are these kids? The Kenya Kids are our “adopted” group of orphans living in the village of Rongo, Kenya. They are OUR kids; they are not an outreach program. We are their major source of outside support……..WE at St. Matthew’s are and have been responsible for their well being over the years in many ways: WE have built dorms for boys and now one for girls both equipped with mosquito nets, bedding and bunk beds. WE have built bathrooms. Recently WE sent money to build a kitchen because the old cooking shack was open to sun and rain. WE have provided the means to build a sun and rain shelter for study and recreation. WE have built or improved classrooms. WE provide money for food, medical attention, school books, school tuition and the required school uniforms. WE make possible training in tailoring and carpentry. WE have provided money for farm animals and water purification education as well as the necessary equipment. WE provide life and health and hope around the clock. Everything WE are doing for/with our Kenya Kids is in the hope of their becoming self-sustaining by being able to set up local small businesses or by the strength of their education, move on to higher education. WE are in their lives 24/7! An African way of inviting prayer is to say, We are praying for you; pray WITH us”….. And we do...…every Sunday in the Prayers of the People. WE have accomplished all of these projects by sending our prayers and our offerings so they can survive and thrive. Please support our Kenya Kids. Pray often………and give generously during our fund drive in the Spring …………and any time the Spirit move you, write a check to St. Matthew’s and specify it is for OUR Kenya Kids. You can see their joy and health in the pictures they send which are on display. What a return on our investment! —Judith Peoples

A big Save the Thank You Dates goes out to our Cooks and Bottlewashers Thanksgiving The Parish Breakfast on August 15 Service and was wonderful! Dinner for All! Thank you for all your hard work. Thursday, November 25.

Alternative Gift Fair December 5 – the First Sunday of Advent Mary Louise Gorman in Saints Hall beginning at 9:00 a.m. would like to thank all of her Watch for details! St. Matthew’s friends for their prayers and good wishes – the thoughts that bring healing.

12 REFLECTIONS ON FAITH & LIFE

A monthly reflection from Bob Nesmith To respond or comment, e-mail the writer at: [email protected]

Wealth, Anxiety & Summer Readings

In this summer of record heat and denial of climate change, up and down economic news, too much agonizing over money and a tea party that needs Three Cups of Tea, I find myself writing this at 4:30 a.m. one morning shortly before The Spirit’s publication deadline. Often I am awakened at this hour, or earlier, by those latent demons of anxiety and insecurity that are strongest in my sleep. This morning, however, I was simply awake. Perhaps because I had spent the previous evening paying bills I was thinking about the challenges of faith and money. So, for this edition of The Spirit I wish to share some thoughts of others from my summer reading.

The best thing you can do for the poor is not to be one of them. Rev. Ike, a prosperity Gospel preacher in New York City

We are called to play the Good Samaritan on life’s roadside . . . but one day we must come to see that the whole Jericho road must be transformed so that men and women will not be constantly beaten and robbed. True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar. It comes to see that a system that produces beggars needs to be repaved. We are called to be the Good Samaritan, but after you lift so many people out of the ditch you start to ask, maybe the whole road to Jericho needs to be repaved. Martin Luther King, Jr., “A Time to Break the Silence” (sermon, Riverside Church, NYC, April 4, 1967)

When the church becomes a place of brokerage rather than an organic community, she ceases to be alive. . . . The church becomes a distribution center, a place where the poor come to get stuff and the rich come to dump stuff. Both go away satisfied (the rich feel good, the poor get clothed and fed), but no one leaves transformed. Shane Claiborne, author of The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical

“You can’t serve both God and the Bank.” When the Pharisees, a money-obsessed bunch, heard him say these things, they rolled their eyes, dismissing him as hopelessly out of touch. So Jesus spoke to them: “You are masters at making yourselves look good in front of others, but God knows what’s behind the appearance. What society sees and calls monumental, God sees through and calls monstrous.” Luke 16: 13-15, The Message translation

Sell what you own and distribute the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me. Luke 18:22, NRSV translation

I fear I am more like Rev. Ike.

13 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of September 5 Week of September 12

Reed: David, Catherine Luckett Robertson: Else, Marvin Wilkerson

Reese: Gibbs, Lynn Rodahaffer: Nina Rhea: Tim, Laura, Charlie, Peyton Rodahaffer: Richard, Debbi, Christian

Rice: Russ, Suzanne Rohrer: Dottie

Riley: Balée, Riley Stives, Connor Frisch, Kennedy Frisch Roosevelt: Glenn Riley: Sean, Beth, Catharine, Charles Rosenbaum: Betsy

Risley: Michael, Lynn Miller, Michael Risley, James Risley Rule: Bruce, Camie

Ritter: Gilbert, Robin Runyon: Liz Roberts: Jordan Savells: Connie, Hannah

Robertson: Ellen, Michael Scheirich: Joe, Naomi

Week of September 19 Week of September 26

Schiele: Betty Shaw: Penny, Lee Deters Schmidt: David, Jane Hardy, Jonathan Hardy, Nate Hardy Shawkat: Louise Shepler: Joan Schmitt: Michael, Monique, Bryce, Zachary Shirley: Pat Schneider: Paul, Sallie, Greer, Ashton, Clay Shirrell: Mitch, Melissa Barrett Scholl: Jan Siegfriedt: Fred, Joan Scholtz: David Sikkenga: Jack, Valerie Scholtz: Jan Simpson: Bill Scholtz: Scott, Andrea, Wills, James Skinner: Jeff, Sarah Gorham, Laura Skinner, Scrivener: Art Bonnie Skinner

Shaffer: Laura Smith: Cindy

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Casey Carmichael, Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, The Rev. Steve Pike, and Michael Nicholas.

Weekday Services in the Chapel Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m., Morning Prayer Tuesday: 7:00 a.m., Holy Eucharist Mon., Wed., Fri.: 6:00 p.m., Evening Prayer First Wednesday of the month: 6:00 p.m. Healing Service 14 PARISH FAMILY

Transfers In (Correction) Jerry J. Bowles from Beargrass Christian Church, Louisville, KY

Births We want to extend congratulations to Neville Blakemore on the birth of his granddaughter; Gray Henry’s step granddaughter

Deaths Peggy Zega, August 14

We are sorry to hear about the death of Kett Keterer’s sister Susan Prater’s father

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Office Hours: Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Friday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Saturday: Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Ruth Kempf, Business Manager Matt Averbeck, Sexton

This summer everyone involved in making adult education at St. Matthew’s inspiring, engrossing, educational, intellectual, theological, and accessible has worked harder than they expected in order to reorganize our educational programming. All education: adult, youth and children’s, falls under one big umbrella with Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation, as the administrator for all departments. Many “parasols” fall under the umbrella. Working together, St. Matthew’s has moved into a new season of learning and living out our faith in community. " Episcopal 101: Introduction to the Episcopal Church is a two week series that will be offered on October 24 and October 31 and again in the spring. Contact: Lucinda Laird Location: Education for Ministry Room

" Food for Thought The Green Team offers classes the 2nd Sunday of each month as a way of connecting theology to why we offer ourselves as “hands reaching out into the world” in all that we do through outreach and in-reach as well as offering insights into how we care for others; it will also offer us ways to be better caregivers of ourselves. Contacts: Jerry Cappel and Faith Huff Location: Clingman Chapel

" Faith and Life is a discussion class which examines current issues through the lens of faith. Whatever is in the news, politics, pop culture, sports, business, health, may be the topic of the week as we try to relate our faith to our lives beyond Sunday mornings. Contacts: Brian Good and Bob Nesmith Location: Meeting Room A

" The Sunday Forum in Clingman Chapel after the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist (service) will focus this year on Challenge Your Mind: Renew Your Spirit. This promises to be a year that will indeed challenge some long held beliefs. We will have several “Sunday Only” speakers. They will present interesting and informative programs. We will also present some evening series that will begin with one or two Sunday morning programs that will provoke and challenge our way of viewing the subjects that are much in the news and/or issues of the heart. Contact for both Sunday Forums: Judith Peoples

" Parents In Conversation is a class for parents bringing up children of faith in today’s secular world. The class offers speakers and parent discussion covering the spectrum from infancy through teenage years. Contacts: Rene Strause and Kris Christensen Location: The Lounge

" Welcome to St. Matthew’s is offered once a month for adults who want to become members of St. Matthew’s or are interested in learning more about the church. The class is facilitated by one of our clergy (rotating each month) and Karen Hill, coordinator of volunteers. Fall Dates: September 26; October 17; November 21. Contact: Lucinda Laird Location: Education for Ministry Room

" The Sunday Forum at 9:00 a.m. in Saints Hall will continue the series “Living the Questions” an open minded program in which the presenters, over 25 well known theologian and teachers at “the top of their game”, strive to create an environment where participants can interact with one another about the issues raised. The goal is a lively discussion about ideas/beliefs presented, our responses and an exploration of what may be next for Christianity. This is a “Food for Thought with great Thoughtful Food” class! 17 Dimensions of Faith presents Dr. Amy-Jill Levine

Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, a Jewish scholar of Christian Literature, will speak here in The Louisville Interfaith Forum’s four-part series, “Jesus, the Misunderstood Jew,” October 29-31. As part of this series, she will present a Dimensions of Faith lecture at St. Matthew’s on Saturday, October 30 at 1 p.m., when she will discuss “Hearing the Parables of Jesus through Jewish Ears.” Dr. Levine’s Louisville series will feature three more lectures on Jewish-Christian relations: • “Jesus and Judaism: Why the Connection Matters,” Friday, October 29, 7:30 p.m. at The Temple, 5101 U.S. 42. • “How Jews and Christians Read Scripture Differently,” Saturday, October 30, 10 a.m. at Second Presbyterian Church, 2701 Old Brownsboro Road. • “The Present and Future of Jewish-Christian Relations,” Sunday, October 31, 2 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church, 1101 Cherokee Road. A $25 fee covers all events. For contact information or online registration, contact Peggy Owens of the Mid- Kentucky Presbytery at www.midkentuckypresbytery.org or by calling 561-8300. Dr. Levine is E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt University. Her recent book, The Misunderstood Jew: The Church and the Scandal of the Jewish Jesus, The Historical Jesus in Context, is available for sale from the Parish Library on Sunday mornings. The cost is $12.00. Make checks payable to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church. Cash is fine but it helps if you bring the exact amount. Watch for further announcements about Dr. Levine’s visit and her books! —Robin Garr

Discussing Dimensions Education for Ministry Group The Rev. Moray Peoples

Reading the DOF Lecture book? This is already a good year for Education for Our wonderful series of Dimensions of Faith lecturers Ministry. The Wednesday morning seminar group are usually writers, or there is a body of writing about increases with four new folks this September. their work. An evening group is starting soon to share Wonderful. And there’s room for three more. our thoughts and reflections in preparation for the lectures. Monday evening has one open seat remaining. There are five new participants who have Consider joining the evening discussion group of the committed, so if you would like to join us, speak up, book “The Misunderstood Jew; the Church and the pronto! We begin right after Labor Day. Scandal of the Jewish Jesus”, by Dimensions of Faith lecturer Dr. Amy-Jill Levine. You may purchase the Sewanee limits each EfM group to twelve students, book in the Parish Library on Sunday mornings. The so it makes for lively and thoughtful discussions. cost is $12.00. Make checks payable to St. Matthew’s Consider participating. You may call me at Episcopal Church. Cash is fine but it helps if you bring 836-1278 to talk further. the exact amount. We begin meeting Tuesday, September 7, 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., in the Conversation Room (lower level). We will be discussing the Introduction and Chapter One: Jesus and Judaism. Please join us! —Marilyn Swain 18 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s October 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. Dimensions of Faith presents Dr. Amy-Jill Levine Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, a Jewish scholar of Christian Literature, will speak here in The Louisville Interfaith Forum’s four-part series, “Jesus, the Misunderstood Jew,” on October 29-31. As part of this series, she will present a Dimensions of Faith lecture at St. Matthew’s on Saturday, October 30, at 1 p.m., when she will discuss “Hearing the parables of Jesus through Jewish Ears.” Cooks & Bottle Washers will serve a light lunch of soup, bread and fruit at noon, immediately preceding Dr. Levine’s October 30 talk in Saints Hall. Please notice that Dr. Levine’s talk, in contrast with past Dimensions of Faith programs, involves a fee to help cover the costs of her visit borne by the Louisville Interfaith Forum. A $25 fee covers ALL events, including the lunch at St. Matthew’s. The complete schedule for Dr. Levin’s lectures is: • “Jesus and Judaism: Why the Connection Matters,” Friday, October 29, 7:30 p.m. at The Temple, 5101 U.S. 42. • “Hearing the parables of Jesus through Jewish Ears,” Saturday, October 30, 1 p.m. at St. Matthew’s, 330 N. Hubbards Lane. • “How Jews and Christians Read Scripture Differently,” Saturday, October 30, 10 a.m. at Second Presbyterian Church, 2701 Old Brownsboro Road. • “The Present and Future of Jewish-Christian Relations,” Sunday, October 31, 2 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church, 1101 Cherokee Road. Dr. Levine is E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of New Testament Studies at Vanderbilt University. Her recent book, The Misunderstood Jew: The Church and the Scandal of the Jewish Jesus, The Historical Jesus in Context, is available for sale from the Parish Library. For information and registration, visit www.midkentuckypresbytery.org, or contact Peggy Owens of the Mid-Kentucky Presbytery at 561-8300.

OUR day – ST. MATTHEW’S DAY – is Sunday, October 3rd! Come and celebrate our life together! Wear red to church, and plan to attend the picnic following the 10:00 service – ESPECIALLY children, for whom we have some very special activities. 1 PARISH NEWS

St. George’s Community 2010 Vestry Nominations Center’s 45th Annual The Vestry Nominating Committee requests your assistance in identifying candidates for the Vestry for Celebration of Success and the coming year. Lillian Yeager Community Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, baptized, attend church regularly, receive communion at least Service Awards three times per year, and give to the support of the St. George’s Community Center is pleased to announce church. its upcoming 45th Annual Celebration of Success and In addition, we strive to have representation across all Lillian Yeager Community Service Awards. services as well as to have demographic diversity. Lillian Yeager, a long-time member of St. Matthew’s, Please consider nominating yourself to serve or served the church in a large number of ways at the nominating someone else. You can make a local, diocesan, and national levels, as well as serving recommendation in three ways: Use the Vestry the wider community. She is remembered with love, Nomination box in the Narthex, email me at affection and respect here. The Lillian Yeager [email protected], or telephone me at 245-5872. Community Service Awards, which honor her Please make all recommendations by November 1. contributions and commitments, will be presented at this event. They recognize citizens, community and – Sue Bridge, Senior Warden business leaders, and St. George’s Community Center Alumni for their volunteer contributions and commitments to community service and leadership in the Louisville area. The celebration will take place at the Brown & AARP Williamson Club at U of L’s Papa John’s Cardinal Driver Safety Program Stadium on Thursday, October 21 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Admission Tickets to the event are $40, and 50/ AARP will conduct a Safety Driver Program (no tests!) 50 raffle tickets are $20. Come enjoy live music by the here at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church on Wednesday, Jerry Tolson Quartet featuring Robin Shaw, a silent October 27 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., to teach defensive auction, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a brief awards driving techniques, new traffic laws, and rules of the presentation. road. Through interacting with one another, individuals find out how to safely adjust their driving to Silent auction items include a seven day vacation stay in compensate for age-related changes in vision, hearing, a condo in Copper Mountain, Colorado; autographed and reaction time. Participants are charged a minimal sports memorabilia from Rajon Rondo, Coach Charlie fee: $12 for AARP Members, $14 for Non-Members. Strong and others; tickets to U of L and UK games; and gift certificates to restaurants, hotels and other You do not have to be a member of AARP to participate entertainment venues. Photography and other works of in this Program. Please pre-register by calling the art done by youth at St. George’s Community Center church (895-3485) by Thursday, October 21. will also be showcased at the event. Our own Stephen Cherry and Michelle Yeager, Lillian’s daughter, serve on the Board of St. George’s Community Center, which is celebrating 45 years of The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch service to Parkland, Park-Hill and California neighborhood youth. All support for the Center helps to The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group gets together the third fund cutting-edge and creative programming that Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at various launch youth into flights of self-discovery. For more restaurants throughout the city. All are welcome! information, please call 502.775.6232 or go to Reservations are needed in advance so please remember www.stgeorgeslouisville.episcopalky.org. to RSVP each month with Betty Triplett, 384-0244, and let her know if you will need to carpool. Thursday, October 21 - Captain’s Quarters, River Road. 2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, We are celebrating St. Matthew’s Day a week late this year, on October 3, because of the consecration of the new Bishop of Kentucky, The Rt. Rev. Terry White on September 25. It was a powerful and moving occasion, as well as a wonderful celebration, and I am so grateful to all the members of St. Matthew’s who served on that day, or worked to see it come about. This has meant both that I have been thinking a lot about the role of the diocese and the church in general, and have been particularly focused on our parish of St. Matthew’s during this last week of September. What are we really about? What does it mean to be a community, a living part of the Body of Christ? Our mission statement says: our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world. Sounds good, but how do we live it out? How do we teach our children and nourish ourselves from God’s grace so that the becoming is at least as important as the doing? How do we support each other in the joys, sorrows, and fears of our lives, in growing spiritually, and in reaching out to others? How do we come to know the joy, and the peace, of Christ? Our life together takes commitment, like anything that really matters. It takes work to keep our doors genuinely open to ALL, to stretch ourselves to mean what we say about caring and inclusion. Furthermore, there will always be those (God willing!) who come through our doors tentative and unsure, searching for something they cannot articulate, unsure, perhaps, of the institutional church, or wounded by the church itself. It takes a dedicated and committed community to be there for others who are not committed at all, and in need. Emily Schwartz Crouch has an important article about membership on page 10. The staff has been talking a lot about this lately in terms of discipleship, which takes dedication and steadfastness, faithfulness and devotion. We want to ask all of you – as we ask ourselves – to go deeper. Look at your life: is God truly at the center? Where does your time and money and energy go? Is our faith something for Sundays only, or does it shape our lives? We will all renew our baptismal vows on Sunday, October 3, and again on All Saints Sunday, November 7. DO WE MEAN WHAT WE SAY? Look at the promises in the Book of Common Prayer on page 304-305, and spend some serious time this month in prayer and reflection about how you are, or are not, or could be, living them out. Make or renew your commitment to living out those baptismal promises here. Nothing is more important. Yours in Christ, Lucinda +

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Last Call for Foyer Groups Via Media: Becoming part of a Foyer Supper Group is an excellent way of meeting other parishioners or becoming better What it means to be acquainted with those you already know. All are invited. an Episcopalian The groups of approximately ten people meet to share a Have you ever been curious about the ins and outs of simple meal every month or six weeks in each other’s the Episcopal Church? Here’s your chance to learn homes (or anywhere else the group decides upon). more about both the church and about what it means to be an Episcopalian in today’s world, in a collegial group Usually the host couple provides the entrée and drinks setting where no question is unwelcome. with the other group members bringing side dishes. There is also the option of joining a group which only Via Media, named after the historic Anglican principle of meets in restaurants. taking “the middle way” between extremes, is an 8- week program. Each session begins with a simple Please sign up by October 12. Sign-up sheets are dinner with wine, where our Rector, Lucinda Laird, will available on the bulletin board. We will then organize join us in casual conversation about the week’s topic. and notify the groups in hopes that the first meetings Then we’ll take in a short, entertaining, DVD will take place in November. For further information presentation followed by small-group discussion. There please contact Sue Bridge (245-5872, are no grades and no tests; this is simply a community [email protected]) or Karen Hill (895-3485, experience in exploring our faith. [email protected]). Our next Via Media at St. Matthew’s will begin Sunday, October 10, at 6 p.m. We’ll meet weekly except Halloween and Thanksgiving Weekend, wrapping up on December 12. Christmas is Sessions begin at 6 p.m., following the 5 o’clock just around the corner! service; we’re committed to finishing on time at 8 p.m. It’s a most enjoyable way to learn more about Episcopal Do you have people on your Christmas shopping list for Church history and theology in a friendly group setting. whom buying gifts is difficult? Is Uncle Fred sick of new ties and has Nana told you she doesn’t need any Whether you’re new to the Episcopal Church or an old- more perfume? Visit the Alternative Gift Market here at timer who feels the need for a little brushing up, or if St. Matthew’s on December 5 after each service to you’re considering being Confirmed, Received or consider something different. Reaffirmed, Via Media may be just right for you. For more information, contact Robin Garr or Mary We’re selling cows and chickens, seeds and gardens, Johnson at 345-7884, or email [email protected]. clean water, mosquito nets and many other things. And no, you don’t need a barn or an acre of land. Episcopal Sign up now on the bulletin board! Relief and Development will see that your purchases get to those who need them most. By purchasing these —Robin Garr things in the name of a friend or loved one, you can make a difference in the world. Uncle Fred and Nana will get gift cards indicating that these things were sent in their name and honor. You can even buy something in your own name and know that it will change lives. Look for more information in the next weeks. Bring SAVE THE DATE your shopping list and we’ll see you on December 5. Questions? Contact Sharon Nesmith at Silent Auction [email protected] or Marty Lawfer at 327-6057 or [email protected]. Friday, December 3 —Marty Lawfer

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St. Matthew’s Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving Day, November 25

Our parish-wide Thanksgiving dinner has become a tradition and is WONDERFUL. It will be even better this year, especially if YOU(and family, friends, neighbors, long-lost cousins, etc.) join us! Our Thanksgiving service is at 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.* After the service, there will be coffee and other non-alcoholic drinks, and wine, along with appetizers in the narthex. Then we’ll go down to Saints Hall for a better-than-you-can-make-at-home Thanksgiving Dinner. (We have some REALLY good cooks in this parish!) You can have a table with your own family or friends, if you like, or meet new friends and feast together. Kids can play, inside or out. SAVE THE DATE! And get your family and friends on board. Watch for more information in next month’s Spirit, and on the bulletin board.

*It’s not necessary to attend the service to come for dinner. Plan to come at noon.

Art at St. Matthew’s Interested in a daytime Bridge Group? Outside Sculpture There is interest in a daytime social bridge group. Let us know if you’d be interested in playing. Please call The sculpture on display in the circle later this month is Marcia Brendel (897-7647, [email protected]) the most recent bronze work of sculptor Rowland or Karen Hill (895-3485, [email protected]) for Jones, son of The Rev. Helen Jones. more information. The three figures of the 11-foot “Trilogy” are intended to represent our journey through life. It is on loan from the sculptor who works in a studio near his home in St. Matthews. More of Rowland’s work can be viewed at RowlandJonesSculpture.com. Treble Choir begins Sunday, October 17, 12:00-12:30 The Men’s Breakfast Group Calling all singers We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across Grade 2 through Grade 8 from Norton Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Come sing!! Everyone is invited, not just retired or senior folks.

5 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education

Church School, The Bridge, and Children’s Chapel are in full swing. These are places where children are happily learning the parables of Jesus, the language of our Episcopal faith, that service is not something we just “do” – it is part of who we are. Church and church school are not places where we have all the answers. Oh, to be that easy! St. Matthew’s is a place where, in a safe environment, children, youth and adults know they can pray, sing, wonder, question, explore, and experience God’s love and how to respond to that love as God’s children. Come to journey with us!

This fall Women in Conversation is reading and discussing Timothy Keller’s “The Reason for God ~ Belief in an Age of Skepticism”. The New York Times bestseller is described by Library Journal as “an excellent conversation starter, a book that presents a valid, well-written, and well-researched argument.” WIC meets Thursday from 9:30 until 11:00 a.m. for prayer, thoughtful discussions and lively conversations that enrich our faith and our lives. For more information, talk with Lynn Miller or Debbi Rodahaffer. Or just come next Thursday! Fabulous childcare is also available.

October 3 is St. Matthew’s Day! Wear Red! Picnic! Games! Don’t miss it! No church school classes or The Bridge today. (The Bridge children are in church with their families today. There are certain days throughout the year where the clergy, the chaplains and I consider it to be important for children to attend the entire service rather than coming in at The Peace.)

Coming up in Parents in Conversation – a class for parents raising Christian children in a secular world. October 10: “Children’s Hospitals through the Lens of a Nurse” Jodi Behr, RN, parent and parishioner October 17 through November 7: “Consuming Kids” Kris Christensen, Parents in Conversation co-chair, Director of Friends’ School, parent and parishioner will lead us through a four-part documentary and discussion on how advertisers market to children and youth and our faithful response to this crisis.

Our children will visit The Episcopal Church Home for an activity with “Miss Lauren” Becker and with the residents at a different time of year. We will not have a Halloween Party this year. Next year the Halloween Party will be back!!!!

If you would like to be more active in the Children’s Program, please talk with Courtney Good, program chair at [email protected] or Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation at [email protected] or 502.895.3485 ext. 105. We want and need your children, your youth and YOU!

6 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant October 2010 DON’T FORGET! Bagels with Brandon each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m.

Dinner Out at Salsarita’s OCTOBER SERVICE Sunday, October 3 OPPORTUNITIES 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 7, Drop off and pick up at St. Matt’s. 6 p.m.-8 p.m.: We will walk to dinner and back. BABYSITTING FOR CORNERSTONE -6:00 p.m. Meet at SMEC -6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Babysit Service Project -8:00 p.m. Pick up at SMEC Sunday, October 10, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 10, We will make cookies for the food pantry. 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.: Service hours and pizza! Service project during youth group time.

We will make cookies for the food pantry.

○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Laser Blaze! Diocesan Youth Fall Gathering Sunday, October 17 5:30-7:30 p.m. October 15-17 All Saints Center, Leitchfield, KY Always a favorite! Times: Friday 6/5c - Sunday 2/1c Bring $10 toward the cost of laser tag, dinner and games. (includes dinner Friday, meals Saturday and lunch Sunday) Cost: $99 (includes program/supervision, room/board Halloween Party and t-shirt). with Pumpkin Carving Scholarships are available - see registration Sunday, October 24 form for details. 5:30-7:30 p.m. ALL 7th-12th GRADERS ARE WELCOME! For more information, go to Dinner too! www.youth.episcopalky.org Bring a pumpkin, if you can.

This information and more is on the church web site at: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

7 Adult Christian Formation in October

Not just education, but FORMATION – food for thought, for spiritual growth, and for progress on our journey. SUNDAY MORNINGS We continue with exciting speakers and topics for discussion: 9:00 Sunday Forum Saints Hall 11:10 Episcopal 101 EfM Room October 24 and 31 ONLY Faith and Life Room A Sunday Forum Clingman Parents In Conversation Lounge Welcome to St. Matthew’s EfM Room October 17 ONLY Check the bulletin for more information each Sunday, or the Christian Education brochure (available in the narthex or by calling the office).

OCTOBER 10 IS WHOLE CHURCH SUNDAY. What’s that???? On the 2nd Sunday of each month, a special theme is addressed in the service, in the children’s classes, and in the Sunday Forum in Clingman, so that the whole church can focus together. On October 10 we will look at “Slavery and Exodus: Our Common Journey” (see page 11). DURING THE WEEK All these classes and groups WELCOME newcomers! Monday Bible Study, 10:00-11:15 a.m., Library. A new study begins October 4. This is a great time to join us! Jewish Christian Dialogue continues this October with Rabbi Laura Metzger and the Rector looking at Making a Living: Teachings from Jewish and Christian Holy Books - Biblical passages, parables stories, challenges and wisdom about that most essential of activities: how we earn our bread. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4 and 25 St. Matthew’s Monday, Oct. 11 and Nov. 1 Congregation Adath Jeshurun Discussing Dimensions, Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m., downstairs in the Conversation Room, focusing on the work of Dr. Amy-Jill Levine (see cover). The Wednesday Night Series on “Islam”continues on October 6, 13, & 20 (see p.13). Women in Conversation, Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., for mothers of youngish children. Going Deeper – Thursday, October 14 and 28, 10:30-11:45, reading Dr. Amy-Jill Levine’s “The Misunderstood Jew” (see cover). Via Media begins Sunday, October 10, 6:00-8:00 p.m., in Room A (see p. 4)

8 all ages, Church School for Via Media, Service Project, Youth Group: Rongo Comm. Mtg., for all ages, Church School Via Media, Laser Blaze, Youth Group at RCRC, all ages, Church School for Salsarita’s, Dinner Out at Youth Group Picnic, St. Matthew’s Day Via Media, Carving, Youth Group Pumpkin Trick or Treat, ECH, all ages, Church School for 24 17 3 10 NOTE: 3:45p SUNDAY Holy Eucharist: Sunday Servicess, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Eve 4p 11a Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. Check with parish off 6 6p 11:15a 6p 11:15a 5:30p 11:15a 5:30p 5:30p 11:15a 5:30p 31 4p Dialogue, Jewish-Christian Dialogue, Jewish-Christian Bridge Group, E Bible Study, E Bible Study, Jeshurun, Dialogue at Adath Jewish-Christian E Book Group, Bible Study, Meeting, Green TeamComm. E Bible Study, 25 18 4 11 f f f f M, M, M, M, MONDAY 6p 6p 6p 6p 10a 10a 10a 6:30p 10a 1:30p 7p 7p 7p 7p 26 19 Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing 5 12 Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing Mtg., Vestry Dinner & Group, Men’s Breakfast Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing Meeting, Children’s Comm. Roundtable, Refugee Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing Comm. Mtg., Social Concerns TUESDAY Healing Service: First Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m. 5:30p 8:30a 6p 8p 8p 8p 8p 5:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 6:30p October 2010 E Choir, Adult Handbells, Education Forum, Wednesday Night E Choir, Adult Handbells, Program, AARP Drivers Training E Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Education Forum, Wednesday Night 6 13 Choir, Comm. Mtg., Survivors of Suicide Adult Handbells, Education Forum, Wednesday Night E 20 27 WEDNESDAY f f f M, M, M, 6p 6p 9a 9a 9a 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p f 6p M, 9a 1p 6:30p 7:45p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p Baptismal Prep Class, Going Deeper, Conversation, Women In Art Group, Survivors of Suicide, Ladies Lunch Bunch, Conversation, Women In Art Group 7 14 Preschool Fall Festival, Going Deeper, Conversation, Women In Art Group 21 Survivors of Suicide, Daughters of the King, Cornerstone, Babysitting at Conversation, Women In GroupArt 28 THURSDAY 11:30a 7:30p 7p 7:30p 7p 6p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 10:30a 10:30a 9:30a 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a ice, or look on the sheet posted in office window. Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, The Temple, Levine at with Dr. Amy-Jill Dimensions of Faith Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, 1 8 15 Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, 29 22 6:45p 6:45p FRIDAY ning Prayer: Mon., Wed., Fri., 6 p.m. 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 9a 9a 9a 7:30p 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 9a Peace Film, Interfaith Paths to Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, Luncheon with Lecture and Dimensions of Faith Cursillo, 16 9 2 23 10a Comm. Meeting, Vestry Nominating Cursillo, Patients, Alzheiner’s Godly Delight with Cursillo, Food Pantry, Cursillo, 30 to Peace, Interfaith Paths Habitat, Cursillo, SATURDAY 1p 8:30a 8a 8a 8a 8a 7:30p 9:30a 11a 6:15p 8a

9 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Emily Schwartz Crouch, Assistant Rector

Do you want to become a member of St. Matthew’s?

Some of us were born and baptized into the Episcopal Church. Others (at least as many) found our way here in a variety of ways, from many different traditions or none at all, and for a wide range of different reasons. Gathered in this particular place called St. Matthew’s, we seek to find and be found by God, and to grow together as the body of Christ. Are you called to join us? Here are some opportunities. One, or some, may guide you in discernment: ! Come join us! " Join us for Eucharist, Christian formation, service and fellowship. " You do not need to be a member to participate in worship, attend classes, work with ministries or enjoy fellowship activities. Just get started. ! Ask questions, seek answers, learn about the Christian faith at St. Matthew’s " Speak with, call or e-mail a member of the clergy. " Attend a “Welcome to St. Matthew’s class” on either Sunday in the Fall: October 17 or November 21 " Learn more about the Episcopal Church, in Episcopal 101, a class taught by our rector on October 24 and October 31. ! Declare your commitment " On “Baptism Sundays” (5 Sundays each year), every church member renews his or her baptismal covenant, along with those baptized that day. These Sundays are also opportunities for those new to the parish to declare their intention to live out their faith as members of St. Matthew’s. Membership means that, with God’s help, we commit to sharing our faith, supporting each other, and living out our baptismal promises in this particular community. " When you feel you are in a place to make such a declaration on a Baptism Sunday let us know. These five Sundays are: # October 3 (St. Matthew’s Day) # November 7 (The Feast of All Saints) # January 9 (Baptism of our Lord) # April 23 (Easter Vigil) # June 12 (Pentecost) ! If you interested in Baptism (and not already baptized in any Christian tradition), or if you are interested in Confirmation or Reception at the time of the Bishop’s annual visit (May 15, 2011), please speak to one of the clergy.

10 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries Whole Church Sunday is October 10 “Slavery and Exodus: Our Common Journey” Everybody has a story. The moving crowds at the mall, the grocery store, the game; the life behind the voice, the email, the letter; and of course, your very self – each one of us is living some chapter of a story. And chances are that in every one of those chapters you would find themes of slavery, exodus, wilderness and Promised Land. No matter how pleasant, rude, helpful, dismissive, angry, patient, beautiful or plain — all you would have to do is find a way to listen, and the story would emerge. We are all somewhere on that road. What is true for every individual is true for communities as well. Tribes, nations, churches, families and social clubs can all weave some form of communal story which also plays along these common themes. On our next Whole Church Sunday, our worship and educational classes will consider our place in the Exodus story. What does it say to us? What does it tell us about ourselves? Can it help us travel well? Plan to join with the St. Matthew’s community as it considers together, as a whole church, the journey of slavery and exodus.

EVERY MEMBER CANVASS FOR 2011

Each fall, the Rector, Vestry and Stewardship Committee attempt to contact each member of the parish to hear their concerns, and to ask for pledges for the coming year. This year’s Every Member Canvass will begin on All Saints Sunday, November 7, and end on Thanksgiving. Your financial pledge is essential to our life together, as are pledges of time and talent. We are not funded by anybody other than US; there is no “them”. If you think that “we” are asking “you” for money, then we have not done a good job in teaching and modeling Christian community. We share what we have, so that we may do the work we believe God calls us to do, and support our life together. It’s vital that every member of our community pledge, in proportion to income, large or small; it’s a sign of our priorities and commitment. Our pledges allow the vestry to make definite plans about the year ahead. Without pledge commitments, we cannot plan to provide the staffing, programs, outreach and building maintenance for 2011. Our Treasurer, David Brooks, says that “pledging is the life blood of our parish”. Please think and pray NOW about your pledge.

FINANCIAL UPDATE Income and Expense (as of August 31) Income, year to date $510, 598.00 Expenditures, year to date $589,311.00 Difference -$78,713.00

While we always run behind in the summer months, a deficit of almost $79,000.00 is worrying, and our accountant has been struggling with cash flow. Pledges are behind, year to date, by $89,308.00. Obviously, if everyone caught up on their pledge we would be ahead of expenditures! Please do so if possible. 11 Volunteer SOCIAL CONCERNS

Opportunities Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch, co-chairs of Social Concerns Habitat for Humanity Saturday, October 2 Work 9:00 a.m. to Noon St. Matthew’s for a half day or 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. Helps Set New Record! Give Habitat a try. Thank you, thank you to everyone who supported the 2010 Hunger Walk on We welcome newcomers. Sunday, September 19! No special skills required. On the job training is available. Strong community support helped the walk dash to a new record collection of (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) $110,000 to benefit the Dare To Care Food Bank. Once again, St. Matthew’s opened its heart and generously donated $1,090.70 to help put hunger on the Calvary / St. George’s run locally and around the world. Food Collection My sincere appreciation to everyone who donated, helped collect money, and Sunday, October 3 walked this year! Please bring non-perishable items —Jody Fletcher to the narthex coat closet. Both food pantries depend on our donations to help them meet the increasing demand for food in our community. Cornerstone Lunch at Wayside Thursday, October 7 On the second Sunday of each month, several members of St. Matthew’s 6:30-7:45 p.m. serve lunch (or help in the kitchen) at Wayside Christian Mission. We serve To cook or send food, sign up on from 12:00 to 2:00 pm and our presence is very much appreciated by the the bulletin board located across guests and staff. As you consider stewardship opportunities this year, please from the grand staircase, or call think about joining us for this rewarding outreach. Whether you volunteer one Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. time or several times you can make a difference. Carpooling from church can To volunteer to babysit, call be arranged. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board opposite the grand Diane Clark, 245-5633. staircase. For more information call Sarah Clement at 895-6522 or Sarah We meet at 5:15 at Whole Foods Weston at 426-6678. (Shelbyville Road) for a light dinner and conversation, then —Sarah Weston carpool at 6:00 to the Cathedral. Join us this month. We are always in need of baby sitters! Serve lunch at Wayside Sunday, October 10 Christmas on the River For more information, NEEDED – HARD CANDY & SCARVES please call Sarah Weston, 426-6678. Again this year we will help fill Christmas boxes for “Mariners on the River.” Food Pantry We are asking for packages of individually wrapped hard candy (no The St. Matthew’s Food Pantry chocolate please)! Knitted scarves will also be placed in the Christmas boxes. is the 3rd Saturday of the every A sign-up sheet for candy donations and directions for making scarves can be month. This is a wonderful found on the bulletin board. oppotunity to help people who really need it. Please deposit scarves and candy in labeled boxes located in the coat room For more information, please call near the Narthex on or before November 14, 2010. Brian Good, 899-9390. 12 SOCIAL CONCERNS (CONTINUED)

Has St. Matthew’s Forgotten? A long time ago, before I came here, St. Matthew’s made a commitment to help support St. George’s and Calvary’s Food Centers. We now support Dare to Care, Cornerstone, Alternate Gifts, and St. George and Calvary. This is a lot! With these additional responsibilities, our original pledge to St. George and Calvary has really slipped. As we all know, things are really, really tough right now. The needs of the people that these two churches help has grown. They keep eating! Before our building addition, I could barely get the contributions in my car. Now, I can practically get them all in the front seat. If just half of our membership would bring 2-3 cans a month, I would have to get a bigger car! I ask, “have we forgotten?”Remember, the Sunday Food Contribution for non-perishable items is always the first Sunday of the month, but any time will do. Please help. Let’s not forget!!! —Don Kissling

Thanksgiving Ingathering and the Advent Tree Anyone interested in helping on either (or both) of these worthwhile ministries? To help with the Thanksgiving Ingathering, please call Jody Fletcher, 896-1224, and to help with the Advent Tree, please call Becky Donovan, 419-8529.

What do you REALLY know about Islam and the Muslim Faith? Join The Rev. Richard Humke and Ms. Gray Henry as they provide information and provocative questions for discussion in our 4-week (began September 29) Wednesday Evening Forums in Saints Hall. Mr. Humke, the former rector of St. Matthew’s, has had a long interest in Islam, and presented many programs on the Muslim faith, and inter-faith dialogue. Ms. Henry, an Islamic scholar, is a parishioner and the Director of Fons Vitae Publishing (website: www.FONSVITAE.com). She has lived in Egypt and practiced from within. Their combined experiences and travels humanize and enrich their scholarship.

This is a not-to-be-missed program, especially right now as Americans struggle with issues of religious freedom, tolerance, and personal sensitivites. Doors will open at 6:00; the program begins at 6:30, and concludes promptly at 7:45. Cookies and drinks will be served between 6:00 and 6:30; brown bags are welcome, and child care is provided. Please sign up on the bulletin board.

13 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of October 3 Week of October 10 Smith: Clay, Jay Crocker Stites: Mary Smith: James, Stephanie, Jimmy, Jake Stodghill: Bill, Julie Smith: Thomas, Ann Stodghill: Speed, Alexandra, Breck, Kate Snell: Dottie Stone: Aidan, Bobbie Snider: Judy, Richard Strause: James Spanyer: Carol, Gary Strause: Randy, René, Randall, Austin, Cameron Sparks: David, Brooke, Kimberly, Nathan Streeter: Rhody Spencer: Bonnie Suhrheinrich: Jerry, Joy Stevenson: David, Amy, Wesley, Elliot Sutton: Cathy, Tom Kolb Stewart: Jay, Anne Swain: Marilyn, Robin, Philip

Week of October 17 Week of October 24 Taylor: Lizz Todd: Mary Nancy Taylor: Greg, Devonya, Adalyn Triplett: Betty, Gary Taylor: Bob Triplett: Cheryl, Kate Wagner, Alex Wagner Thomas: John, Phyllis Trippe: Matt, Christy Wolfe, Sophia Thomas: Sally, Pat DaRif Trowbridge: David, Abbie, Paul Thompson: Clint, Reneé, Lilly, Meron Tucker: Steven, Amy, Sarah Thompson: Dorney, Elizabeth Wahl Uligian: Greg, Barbara Thorne: Chris, Matt Just Vandrick: Joe, Kay Tiano: John, Alice, Joel Hunt Vinsel, Adele Tidwell: Harry, Ann Vowels: Aaron, Carrie Bohnert

Week of October 31 Wacker: Jean Wardell: Kevin, Linda Watson: Dwayne, Vickie Danahy Walker: Johnny, Ruth Waterfill: Steve, Sarah Weinberg: Bill Wall: Louise Waters: Holly, Madison Von Deylen, Weis: Natalie Wallingford: Martha Savanna Von Deylen

Transfers In We welcome Amanda and David Harrity along with their children, Elias and Emmalynne to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, Louisville, KY

We are sorry to hear about the death of Rowland Folensbee

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon him + + +

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Education Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Office Hours: Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Friday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Saturday: Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Ruth Kempf, Business Manager Matt Averbeck, Sexton

of St. Matthew’s November 2010 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Silent Auction and Wine and Cheese Tasting

Please join us in the narthex here at St. Matthew’s on Friday, December 3, for Living in Zin, a fun wine-and-cheese tasting and silent auction offering an intriguing selection of luxury goods, just in time for the holiday season! The wine and cheese tasting will go on from 6 until 9 p.m. and the silent auction continues from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Auction winners will be announced that evening. Advance tickets will be $10 per person or $15 per person at the door. The event forms another step in our ongoing Living the Spirit campaign to eliminate the remaining debt from our church expansion and building campaign. You helped mightily with your generosity this year as we raised more than $750,000. Now we move forward with a variety of special, exciting projects to chip away at the rest. We invite individuals, businesses and corporations – and this includes you – to consider donating items to sell in the auction. Qualifying items would be legitimate luxury goods with a value of at least $75. Items already on the list include a week’s use of a vacation condo in one of five resort locations; a private family photo package from BIG Photo; Brown-Forman gift baskets; collectible wines; and a private viewing room for up to 10 at an upcoming Kentucky Center for the Arts event. This is a great start, but we need many more donated items to make the auction a success. Please contact our gifts chair, Peter Ashby Howard, at 214-0495 or [email protected], with details about your personal or business donation.

CONVERSATION WITH THE RECTOR, WARDENS AND VESTRY

Sunday, November1 7, 11:15 a.m. PARISH NEWS

FINANCIAL UPDATE Income and Expense (as of September 30) Income, year to date $566,496.00 Expenditures, year to date $656,656.00 Difference - $90,160.00 This is a large and very worrying deficit, and it means we are having serious problems with cash flow. Our accountant has had to delay paying some bills, which is not something we want to do. Pledges are behind, year to date, by $107,113.00. Obviously, if everyone caught up on their pledge we would be ahead of expenditures! Please do so if possible.

Trivia Night 2011 Vestry Nominations Our 3rd Trivia Night is on Saturday, November 6. Teams of The Vestry Nominating Committee requests your 8 will compete against each other for a grand prize of assistance in identifying candidates for the Vestry for the $300.00. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and trivia begins at 7:30 coming year. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, p.m. Teams are encouraged to bring food, drinks, and baptized, attend church regularly, receive communion at decorations to enjoy throughout the night. Tickets are least three times per year, and give to the support of the $80.00 for a table of 8, or $10.00 per person. We will have church. In addition, we strive to have representation across tables available for anyone who wants to join a team either all services as well as demographic diversity. individually or with a group smaller than 8. Proceeds will go to the Living the Spirit fund. A tithe of the proceeds will be Please consider nominating yourself to serve, or designated for the Thanksgiving Food Program at Calvary nominating someone else. You can make a recommendation Episcopal Church. Please call Becky Donovan (419-8529) in three ways: use the Vestry Nomination box in the with any questions. narthex, email me at ([email protected]), or call (245- 5872). Please make all recommendations by November 15. – Sue Bridge, Senior Warden Advent Tree St. Matthew’s social concerns committee will have an Advent tree again this year. It will appear in the narthex on the first Sunday of Advent, November 28. We will sponsor Congratulations, children from St. Matthew’s refugee families, The Healing Place, and CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). St. Matthew’s! Each child’s wish list will be divided into individual items On Thursday, October 21, at the St. George’s Community which will be written on paper ornaments on the Advent Center annual celebration, St. Matthew’s was awarded a tree. Please take one from the tree and bring the wrapped Lillian Yeager Community Service Award. The award was gift to the church, no later than December 19. Please call given for our work with St. George’s and in the wider Becky Donovan (419-8529) with any questions. community of Louisville over the years. This is YOUR award! And also at the celebration, the College Exploration Special thanks to everyone who helped Program at St. George’s Community Center was re-named at the St. Matthew’s Picnic on October 3 the Jack Geary College Exploration Program in recognition of Jack’s years of public service to education. Austin and Randy Strause, Zach Crouch, Dottie Rohrer, Read the whole resolution on the bulletin board, and check Gaylee Gillim, Dwayne Watson, John Willingham, Rhody out our Lillian Yeager Award at the Welcome desk in the Streeter, Jordan Roberts, Emily Pruett, Barbara Ellis, Narthex. Marilyn Quinn, Libby Hardy, and Nathan Hardy.

Fall Back! Don’t forget to set your clocks back 1 hour at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 7. 2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, Our Every Member Canvass begins on All Saints Sunday, November 7, and ends on Thanksgiving Day. DON’T STOP READING! I know, I know, you say – it’s pledge time. The church wants me to make a financial pledge for 2011. I know. That’s part of it. But there’s a lot more to it than that. Consider: “The church” isn’t someone or something else. It’s YOU. And me. Starting this canvass on All Saints Sunday says it all: we are all members of the Body of Christ and called to be saints. Not perfect people – impossible anyway! – but saints, flawed people loved by God into being and into community with each other in Christ. We all need to commit to God and each other. We know that we commit to what is important to us. We can talk all we want, but how we spend our time and our energy and our money shows more clearly than any words we say what we value. And commitment – in relationships, in work, in community, in families – is what enables us to go deeper, love more, come closer. I’ve been thinking a lot about commitment this year. It sounds good, but it takes doing, energy, dedication. It takes time. In our stressed and over-busy world, we actually fritter away a great deal of our time by spreading ourselves way too thin and not focusing on what’s important. Stop. Take a deep breath. Look at your life. In God we live and move and have our being. God has loved us into being and calls us to fullness of life in Christ. Learning to love God and to love each other – that’s what this life is for. With all its wonders, joys, sorrows, delights, grief and confusion – this life is a journey to and with Christ and each other. Commitment. STOP long enough to think about yours. At St. Matthew’s, we have committed ourselves to living out our baptismal vows in this particular place. The Christian life is not something fuzzy and far away; it’s here and now, immediately and directly concerned with the things and people of this world. If you are a member of this parish I ask you – speaking as another member of the Body of Christ in this place – to re-commit to our community. Make your financial pledge as best you can. I will do so, and I ask you to do so. We are in particular need this year, and I don’t need to tell you that times are tough. We are struggling to maintain our current level of programming and outreach. I am absolutely convinced, however, that if EVERY member of this parish pledges what he or she can, we will be just fine. If your income has gone down, your pledge may go down; that’s OK. If you can pledge more, do so for the sake of our life together. If you have not made a pledge in the past, it’s time! Make this truly an EVERY member canvass. And pledge your time and talent, too. We need you. Our canvass ends on Thanksgiving Day. What more need I say? Give thanks! And I give thanks for you and our life together. Yours in Christ, Lucinda + P.S. The wardens and vestry and I have cancelled all the other classes after the 10:00 service on November 7 to have a conversation with the parish. Come learn about and talk about our life together. We want you to KNOW about our finances, and how we choose our priorities, and we want to hear what you think. This is not a time when you will be asked for money; it’s a time for conversation. PLEASE COME!

3 PARISH NEWS

Mark Your Calendar for DID YOU KNOW... the Alternative Gifts Market! • that the 2011 Diocese of Kentucky convention will be When the holidays are over and all the gifts are opened, do held right here at St. Matthew’s? The dates are you ever have an empty feeling? Do you ever feel that February 25 and 26. We are working on a plan to make your gifts are really not needed by the recipient? We invite this the best convention ever and show those attending you to come to the Alternative Gifts Market here at St. what St. Matthew’s hospitality is all about. We’ll be Matthew’s on Sunday, December 5 following the 8:00 a.m., hosting about 200 delegates and other guests for 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. services. At the Market, you can worship, meals and business meetings. If you’d like to find gifts that offer hope for those around the world who be involved, we’d love to have your help! Please need things as simple as vitamins and mosquito nets, and contact Marty Lawfer at 327-6057 or send email to as complicated as water systems and community gardens. [email protected]. There will be opportunities for you to give alternative gifts • that the Green Team coordinated our second annual through Episcopal Relief and Development, our own “drug toss” for the parish. We collected 4 large bags of Rongo Kids Ministry, Hearts for Kenya, and others. These old/expired/unwanted medications and took them to the gifts are investments in the future in places around the Episcopal Church Home on October 8, where Metro world where the need is tremendous. Police and the Solid Waste Division safely disposed of You can give a gift in the name of a friend or family member them. This effort keeps drugs out of our waterways and that may be life-changing for those receiving them. All you out of the hands of potential abusers. Thanks to Lauren need is your checkbook and a sense of generosity for Becker for dropping them off at the church home! those truly less fortunate than we. You can make a difference in the world. We’re looking forward to seeing you on December 5! Questions, comments? Please contact Marty Lawfer JUST LEAVES, PLEASE — (327-6057 / [email protected]), or Sharon Nesmith Help us build a better St. Matthew’s Vegetable Garden by ([email protected]), or Jerry Cappel donating your leaves! (541-8278 / [email protected]). It’s that time of year when gardeners think to Next Spring and a Bigger and Better Garden! That’s true of the Garden Group here at St. Matthew’s as well. The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch In the next few months we’ll be “putting the garden to bed” for the winter, and tucking it in with lots of compost and a The Ladies’ Lunch Bunch group gets together the third cozy blanket of leaves. That’s where you come in. This is a Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m., at various restaurants very easy way to be a part of our Vegetable Garden throughout the city. All are welcome! Reservations are Ministry. needed in advance so please remember to RSVP each month with Betty Triplett, 384-0244, and let her know if you will If you’re raking leaves already, and putting them into bags need to carpool. for curbside pickup, please just bring them to our vegetable Thursday, November 18 - Bucks, 425 W. Ormsby. garden instead! We only ask that your “donations” be free of weeds, rubbish, trash, sticks or pet droppings. You can drop them off back by the garden; just drop the bags over the garden fence. We’ll grind them up and put The Men’s Breakfast Group them on the garden after frost to make a nice warm mulch We meet at 8:30 a.m. on the third Tuesday of every month, for winter, and replenish the soil. This is an easy way to be at the Denny’s on Dutchman’s Lane across from Norton part of our St. Matthew’s garden. Suburban Hospital. Please join us! Everyone is invited, not — The Garden Committee just retired or senior folks.

Making a Commitment On All Saints Sunday, November 7, we will baptize a new Christian at 10:00 a.m., and renew our own baptismal covenant at all three services. There will be an opportunity as well for those new to the parish to declare their intention to live out their faith as members of St. Matthew’s at this time. Please speak to one of the clergy for more information.

4 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation

The Community Preschool of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church

The privilege of being a children’s chaplain for The Community Preschool began last month. It was my first Wednesday to serve as chaplain to this community of young children. I wanted them to connect me to the “church” so I robed in a black cassock covered by a long white surplice as our lay-chaplains do on Sunday mornings. I prepared my homily and went to Children’s Chapel early so that I would have the candles lit, have time to pray, and be waiting for the children with the joy of anticipation on my face. The children did not know me by sight and when the first class entered the doorway, three little boys stopped dead in their tracks with eyes so big I thought they might pop out of their faces. One little boy whispered, “Are you God?” I was so stunned that for a second I was speechless. First I thought, “How cool is it that these children think God is a woman!” Then we had a learning lesson about how I certainly was not God yet we see God’s love so often in the faces and words of others. By the end of our fifteen minutes together, I was already madly in love with each of these young children who are in our lives at St. Matthew’s through this rather remarkable preschool. It seems inadequate to say merely “Thank you” to Lauren Becker, the Director, who, because of her love of St. Matthew’s, wanted to make this an extraordinary preschool; she has accomplished this in a bit over one year of operation! My thanks anyway for her philosophy, and that of her teachers and parents, which is that the work of young childhood is play. (Did I mention the size of the preschool has more than doubled in one year and that there is a waiting list?) And…I want to thank you, the people of St. Matthew’s, for embracing our preschool with the love of God. It shows on your faces! Joy! Debbi

Baptisms Our next occasion for baptism will be Sunday, November 7, All Saints Sunday, during our 10:00 a.m. Eucharist. Be part of the celebration of this new life in Christ by joining this young child and her family as we celebrate her baptism and acknowledge our own. Your children are an important part of each baptismal experience. If you have the opportunity, talk with your children about the service of Holy Baptism which begins on page 301 in the Book of Common Prayer. Baptism is one of the most cherished subjects taught in our church school classes. The words I love most from the service are “Give them an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works.” What more could we pray for our children and for ourselves?

Sunday, November 28 – One special church school class for all! Meet in Saints Hall…..we are going to be working on a service project that everyone in the parish can and should be a part of. The supplies will be waiting. We need each of you to make it happen. Does this sound mysterious? Come to be a part of the mystery!

THANK YOU – ALL OF YOU! We officially closed our Living the Spirit campaign on St. Matthew’s Day, having raised over $750,000.00 in very tough economic times. THANK YOU, ST. MATTHEW’S! Your generosity and commitment has cut our debt from our Building the Spirit building project in half. Thanks especially to the whole Living the Spirit committee, particularly co-chairs Bill Cheatham, Gaylee Gillim, and Rick Lotz. 5 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant November 2010 DON’T FORGET! Bagels with Brandon each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m.

College Care Packages Sunday, November 7 NOVEMBER SERVICE 5:30-7:30 p.m. OPPORTUNITIES We will have dinner and put together care packages for St. Matt’s College Youth. Service Hours! Thursday, November 4: BABYSITTING AT CORNERSTONE -6:00 p.m. Meet at SMEC -6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Babysit Rock Climbing -8:00 p.m. Pick up at SMEC Sunday, November 14 Service Hours! 5:30-7:30 p.m. We will meet at Rocksport Sunday, November 7: for rock climbing and pizza. College Care Packages (more info on this page)

Bring $10 towards the cost of climbing ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ and dinner. Pick up at Rocksport. ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Christmas Pageant It is that time of year, again!!!! Craft Night and BINGO Sunday, November 7: Sunday, November 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m. cast list requests distributed during church school Come and make a Christmas gift Sunday, November 14: (for someone else or for yourself) Christmas pageant PARENT meeting - 11:15 a.m. and/or play some BINGO and win a prize! Dinner too! Sunday, November 21: first rehearsal for narrators and principal roles

Sunday, November 28: Movie Night second rehearsal for narrators and principal roles Sunday, November 28 5:30-7:30 p.m. Look for more information about the 2010 pageant, Wrap up your Thanksgiving weekend with friends at St. Matt’s! coming in an email. Dinner and a movie!

This information and more is on the church web site at: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

6 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries A True Alternative What does the world need from the church? Forms of Worship? Morality checks? Words of comfort? I suppose all those are a valid part of our gift and witness. But increasingly, I think what the world needs from us is a true alternative. I think there is a pervasive sense among our society of being herded by forces whose self interest trumps our own. We are told to spend and spend to support the economy. We are asked to accept the presence of pollution, toxins, garbage, clutter and waste as a matter of course in “doing business.” We are expected to accept military actions, rude and bombastic civil discourse and a constant sense of rush and hurry as normal in American living. What our society needs from us is an alternative way of living on earth. A more Christ-like way of living on earth. We need to figure this out. We need to help each other practice it. We need to find it in the gospel and proclaim it as Gospel Truth. We have an opportunity in the “holiday season” to demonstrate the Christian alternative we know as Advent and Christmas. One small way we can demonstrate such an alternative is in our gift giving. Consider this when St. Matthew’s offers the alternative gift fair on December 5. But also consider this when you plan your “holiday schedule.” Consider this when you join in celebration and the spirit of the season. It is what we need. It is what our society needs. May we proclaim with our choices the good news – God is with us.

Books on Islam and Other World Religions The library has some of the books on Islam that Dick Humke discussed and listed in his selected bibliography distributed during the Wednesday Evening Education Forum series. They are part of the library’s display of books and other media related to Islam and other World Religions. Be an Oral History Interviewer If you are interested in helping with the Oral History Project, please contact Marcia Brendel at 897-7647 ([email protected]) or Lee Fletcher 896-1224 ([email protected]). A training session will be held later this month. Fifteen parishioners have now shared their experiences at St. Matthew’s. Large Type Books Did you know that the library has books in large print? There are now a dozen books on a variety of areas including biographies and fiction available for those of us who prefer larger print. Spine lists help to identify these books on the shelves and a list of these titles is available upon request. Check it out!

ARE YOU INTERESTED in being a deputy to our DIOCESAN CONVENTION, February 25-26, 2011? Requirements include a pre-convention meeting, and participation in the Convention Friday night and Saturday. Please speak to the Rector, Sue Bridge, Sr. Warden, or another Vestry member for more information. 7 Volunteer SOCIAL CONCERNS

Opportunities Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch, co-chairs of Social Concerns Cornerstone Thursday, November 4 6:30-7:45 p.m. The Challenge Continues! To cook or send food, sign up on In thanks giving for the many gifts God gives us, we respond by giving to the bulletin board located across others. from the grand staircase, or call Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. Thanksgiving is just around the corner and most of us are planning our To volunteer to babysit, call celebration with family and friends. The need for food in our community Diane Clark, 245-5633. continues to be urgent, so St. Matthew’s has set its goal to collect enough We meet at 5:15 at Whole Foods food and donations to provide 150 meals for families at St. George’s and (Shelbyville Road) for a light Calvary Episcopal churches and St. MAMs. Please contribute what you can. dinner and conversation, then If each of us gives some, we will more than likely surpass 150! carpool at 6:00 to the Cathedral. Let’s make this a Thanksgiving for all. Our Ingathering is Sunday Join us this month. We are November 21, 2010. Mark your calendar and when you shop, please buy always in need of baby sitters! extra food items to make a meal for a hungry family. If you would prefer to Habitat for Humanity give a check, $35.00 will provide the ingredients for a complete Thanksgiving Saturday, November 7 dinner for a family of six. A gift of $15.00 will buy a turkey or ham. Make your check payable to St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church and indicate Work 9:00 a.m. to Noon “Thanksgiving Ingathering” in the notes field. Food suggestions and more for a half day or information about the food drop off will be provided in the November Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. bulletins. Give Habitat a try. We welcome newcomers. –Jody Fletcher No special skills required. On the job training is available. (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) Calvary / St. George’s Food Collection St. Matthews Area Ministries Sunday, November 7 17th Annual Banquet and Auction! Please bring non-perishable items St. Matthews Area Ministries (St. MAMs) will hold its Annual Banquet and to the narthex coat closet. Both Auction on Tuesday, November 9, at Christ Church United Methodist, 4614 food pantries depend on our Brownsboro Road. The doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and buffet lines will open donations to help them meet at 5:45 p.m. the increasing demand for food in our community. The 39th Anniversary of St. MAM within our community will highlight a catered dinner with new and different chefs, silent auction, live auction and Serve lunch at Wayside expedient check out lines. Tickets are $30.00* and can be purchased by Sunday, November 14 calling St. MAM office or through our own board members: Joe Paul Pruett For more information, (939-6185) or Sue Jones (423-1031). please call In addition, our church will host a wine-and-cheese from 5:00-6:00 p.m. for Sarah Weston, 426-6678. those attending the dinner from our parish. Please join us for conversation Food Pantry and appetizers before heading to Christ Church for dinner. The St. Matthew’s Food Pantry Thank you supporting our vital ministry to the unbelievably increasing is the 3rd Saturday of the every numbers of needs within our own St. Matthew’s community. month (this month is November * We are also offering an “under 40” ticket price. If you are 40 or under and can 20). This is a wonderful contribute $20 towards the price of a ticket, St. Matthew’s will contribute the opportunity to help people who remaining $10. Please see, call or email The Rev. Emily Crouch if you are really need it. For more interested. information, please call Brian Good, 899-9390. 8 SOCIAL CONCERNS (CONTINUED)

Christmas on the River NEEDED – HARD CANDY & SCARVES We will help fill Christmas boxes for “Mariners on the River” again this year.We are asking for packages of individually wrapped hard candy (no chocolate please). Knitted scarves will also be placed in the Christmas boxes. A sign-up sheet for candy donations and directions for making scarves can be found on the bulletin board. Please deposit scarves and candy in labeled boxes located in the coat room near the Narthex on or before November 14, 2010. REFLECTIONS ON FAITH & LIFE

A monthly reflection from Bob Nesmith To respond or comment, e-mail the writer at: [email protected]

On Being a Vulture God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline. 2 Tim 1:7 One of my favorite cartoon posters is that of a vulture sitting on a tree limb. The caption says, “Patience, hell. I want to kill somebody!” If you changed “patience” to “tolerance” the vulture would depict the mood in much of this country today. It would also change the vulture from a humorous character to a frightening image of the future. Two recent personal events have given me more cause for concern about the poisons of hate and anger that have become such a dominant presence in our lives. Watching people scream at each other on TV is impersonal. I may attribute their diatribes to the coarsening of our politics, stupidity or poor parenting. However, when a friend of more than 40 years rose from his chair and leaned across the table to do that at a dinner party because I questioned Sarah Palin’s qualifications to be President, intolerance became personal. More recently, when another couple abruptly left the table because the discussion of a passage from scripture did not fit their more literal interpretation of scripture I was both angered and saddened. I really dislike the adjectives tolerant and intolerant. My Oxford dictionary defines tolerance as open-minded, patient, generous, and understanding. But in today’s culture tolerance has taken on an almost negative meaning. An attitude of superiority is implied, especially in religious circles. Acceptance is a better description of what I believe God expects of us. God accepts and loves us all, not just those who believe as I do, AND that God expects us to do the same. When I pray, “Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on Earth” that kingdom includes everyone, and we are to love them as God loves us. That is what I see missing in today’s culture and what disturbs me greatly. My friend who chastised me over politics is also in many ways at the opposite end of the theological spectrum. So, at our next dinner I will avoid politics and religion and restrict my comments to sports (but only in praise of UofL), grandchildren, the weather, and my last doctor’s visit. Or, I could listen to the author of 2 Timothy and take heart. (Both passages from 2 Timothy were Lectionary readings during October.) I solemnly urge you: proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time is favorable or unfavorable; convince, rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching. For the time is coming when people will not put up with sound doctrine . . . As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. 2 Tim 4:1-5

Handicapped parking spots Please remember – in order for you to park in one of the Handicapped parking spots on any Sunday or during any parish event, you must have your Handicapped parking permit displayed on your rearview mirror. Thank you.

9 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of November 8 Week of November 15

Weis: Russ, Bev, Julia Wood: Linda Wernecke: Alan, Michael Ketterer, Justin Wernecke Woodford: William, Sara Weston: Sarah Worley: Daniel, O’Bryan, Taylor Wheeler: George, Pat Worster: Gordon White: Ethel, Galen Worthington: Jim, Anna Lee, James, Clarrisa Wiedeman: Varley Wright: Neally Wilkins: Octavia, Jim Moyer, Karin Moyer Wright: Mike, Kathy Willingham: John, Alice, John, Hollie, Griffin Yann: Sally Wilson: Jack, Virginia Yates: Ann Wolfe: Christy, David Trippe, Sophia Yeager: Michelle

Week of November 22 Week of November 29

Yule: Sheila Bardenwerper: Dottie Zega: Frank Barrett: Melissa, Mitch Shirrell Adam: Nathan, Jenny Bartholomew: Chris, Elizabeth, Annabel, Lizzie Ahern: Kevin, Ali, Eden, Levi Beck: Joe Anderson: Ib Becker: Lauren Ardery: Phil, Anne Beggs: Tim Bach: Sue Behr: Jodi, Peter, Laura, Adam Bailor: Jean Bell: Connie Ballerstedt: Mary Pat Bell: Donald, Joy Bannister: Ken, Denee Bell: Peter, Heather, Emma

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Mark Jones, Christopher Jones, Casey Carmichael, Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, The Rev. Steve Pike, and Michael Nicholas; and Jamie Ogles, who is serving in the Peace Corps.

Do you have a family member serving in the Armed Forces or in some form of relief work in a dangerous area? Please let us know so that we can put them on our prayer list.

Welcome New Members (These people made a commitment to St. Matthew’s on St. Matthew’s Day, October 3)

Amanda and David Harrity and family Jody and Peter Ashby Howard and family Julie & Jim Meidlinger and family Lisa Dustin and Ben Dustin

Baptisms, October 3 Zoe Catherine Kitson, daughter of John and Anna Kitson and the granddaughter of Joe and Naomi Scheirich

Philip Haden Duvall, son of Scot and Juli Duvall

We are sorry to hear about the death of Jay Redman’s mother Marie Koelsch’s brother-in-law Robin Garr’s mother

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

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Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Office Hours: Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Friday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Saturday: Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Ruth Kempf, Business Manager Matt Averbeck, Sexton

Voice Mail Extensions & E-mail Addresses for the Clergy & Staff Phone Extension e-mail address The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird ...... x102 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Emily S. Crouch ...... x103 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones ...... x104 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel ...... x127 ...... [email protected] Deborah Rodahaffer ...... x105 ...... [email protected] Barbara Ellis ...... x106 ...... [email protected] Lynn Miller ...... x108 ...... [email protected] Brandon Brones ...... Cell: 419-6333 ...... [email protected] Ann Davis ...... x109 ...... [email protected] Mardi Galvin ...... x110 ...... [email protected] Ruth Kempf...... x112 ...... [email protected] Karen Hill ...... x113 ...... [email protected] Lauren Becker, Preschool Director ...... Cell: 650-4651 ...... [email protected] The Rt. Rev. David Reed ...... Cell: 235-8289 ...... [email protected] The Rev. Moray Peoples ...... Cell: 836-1278 ...... [email protected] Parish Officers & Vestry Sue Bridge, Senior Warden Chris Bartholomew Nan Lang Joe Paul Pruett Bill Cheatham, Junior Warden Bill Bond Marty Lawfer Clay Smith Lynn Reese, Secretary Becky Donovan Kitten Lawless Rhody Streeter David Brooks, Treasurer Brian Good Susan Prater Marilyn Swain Matthew Pardue, Youth Representative 12 Adult Christian Formation in November Not just education, but FORMATION – food for thought, for spiritual growth, and for progress on our journey. Delicious coffee is available in the narthex and in all classes thanks to our Men’s Coffee Ministry! SUNDAY MORNINGS After the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist Sunday Forum continues the video series “Living the Questions” featuring theologians John Dominic Crossan, Amy-Jill Levine, Rita Nakashima Brock, and Rebeca Ann Parker. The goal of this class is lively discussion about the ideas/beliefs presented and our responses, and an exploration of what may be next for Christianity. Facilitator: Judith Peoples Location: Saints Hall After the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist Faith and Life, a discussion class which examines current issues through the lens of faith, meets each Sunday. Whatever is in the news, politics, popular culture, sports, business, health, may be the week’s topic. How do we live a life of faith in a secular world? Facilitators: Brian Good and Bob Nesmith Location: Meeting Room A Parents In Conversation continues the series “Consuming Kids” about how our children are the targets of a multi- billion dollar industry and what we, as parents, can do about it. This is a series for every parent. Also this month, “New Ways of Teaching Elementary School”, and “What We Need To Know About Middle School”. Facilitators: Kris Christensen and René Strause Location: The Lounge Sunday Forum welcomes back a favorite speaker, Jim Baughman, Ph.D., who will talk about “The Black Death and Anti-clericalism”, a look at the impact of the Black Death on the place of the church in English society and culture, on November 21. Facilitator: Judith Peoples Location: Clingman Chapel The Library is open after both the 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. Eucharists.

Offered once a month after the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist All Saints Sunday – November 7: PARISH CONVERSATION with the Rector, Wardens and Vestry. Location: Clingman Chapel WHOLE CHURCH. On the second Sunday of the month education for all (children, youth, and adults) carries a common theme. This month’s topic is “The Body as Holy: Sacred Soil”. Facilitator: Jerry Cappel Location: Clingman Chapel Welcome to St. Matthew’s is an introduction to St. Matthew’s, held on the third Sunday of the month (November 21 this month), for anyone who is new and wants to learn more about the parish and how to get involved. Facilitators: The Clergy Location: Education for Ministry Room Advent I – November 28th – one special class for all ages!

13 Via Media, Climbing, Youth Group Rock for all ages, Church School WHOLE CHURCH Via Media, BINGO, Craft Night and Youth Group RCRC, for all ages, Church School College Packages, Youth Group Via Media, Movie Night, Youth Group Sunday, Intergeneratonal 28 21 7 14 NOTE: 5:30p SUNDAY Holy Eucharist: Sunday Servicess, 8 a.m., 10 a.m. & 5 p.m., Tuesdays, 7a.m. • Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. • Eve 4p Please be aware that the dates and times shown were accurate at time of printing, but may change. Check with parish off 6 11:15a 6p 6p 5:30p 5:30p 11:15a 11:15a 5:30p Bible Study, E Book Group, Bible Study, Dialogue, Jewish-Christian Bridge Group, E Bible Study, Cornerstone, Cooking for Meeting, Green TeamComm. E Bible Study, Meeting, Garden Comm. E Bible Study, 29 22 8 15 1 f f f f M, M, M, M, MONDAY All Saints’ Day 6p 6p 6p 6p 10a 10a 6:30p 10a 10a 6:30p 10a 1:30p 7p 7p 9a 30 23

Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing Mtg., Children’s Comm. Mtg., Vestry Dinner & Group, Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing 16 9 Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussion Group, Sunday Forums Meeting, Children’s Comm. Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing Feast, Thanksgiving Preschool Alanon & AA, Dimensions, Discussing St. MAMs Group, 2 TUESDAY Men’s Breakfast 6p 5:30p Healing Service: First Wednesday of the month, 6 p.m. 11a 6:15p 6p 8:30a 8p 8p 8p 8p 8p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p 7:30p November 2010 5p E Choir, Adult Handbells, E E Choir, Adult Handbells, Girls on the Run, Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Dimensions of Faith, 17 10 E Choir Practice, Adult Handbells, Choir, Adult Handbells, 34 December 1 24 WEDNESDAY f f f f M, M, M, M, 6p 9a 9a 9a 9a 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 7:45p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 6:30p 5p Survivors of Suicide, Daughters of the King, Christmas Coffee/Tea, Conversation, Women In Art Group, Thanksgiving Dinner, Appetizers, Holy Eucharist, 18 11 7:30p Survivors of Suicide, Adult Ed Mtg., Dinner, Christian Formation Ladies Lunch Bunch, Conversation, Women In

25 Day Conversation, Women In Survivors of Suicide, Daughters of the King, Cornerstone, Babysitting at Adult Ed Parasol,

Going Deeper, Conversation, Women In Art Group 2 THURSDAY Art Group 1p 7p 11a 7:30p 7p 7:30p 11:30a Thanksviving Art GroupArt 9:30a 6:30p 12:30a 9:30a 10:30a 6:30p 11:30a 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 9:30a 9:30a 6:30p 9:30a 9:30a ice, or look on the sheet posted in office window. Ladies AA, OFFICE IS CLOSED Newcomers & AA, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, Auction, Tasting and Silent Wine-and-Cheese Living in Zin Newcomers & AA, Ladies AA, Golden Bells, 5 19 12 Newcomers & AA, Preschool Fall Festival, Ladies AA, 3 26 6:45p 6:45p 6p FRIDAY ning Prayer: Mon., Wed., Fri., 6 p.m. 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 11:30a 6p 9a 9a 6:45p 6:45p 6:45p 9a Habitat, Cursillo, 20 13 6 27 Cursillo, Cursillo, Movie, Interfaith Film & Food Pantry, Cursillo, 4 Trivia Night, Baptismal Prep Class, Habitat, Cursillo, SATURDAY 2p 8:30a 8:30a 8a 8a 8a 8a 8a 6:15p 11a 6:30p

14 The SAINT MATTHEW’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

of St. Matthew’s December 2010 / January 2011 Parish Mission Statement Our mission is to be a caring, inclusive community, centered in the Eucharist and grounded in the Gospel, so that we can reach out as Christ’s hands to the world.

Celebrate Christmas with Joy and Music Please join the St. Matthew’s Choir for the Festive Holy Eucharist Carols and Candlelight 10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve, December 24

Christmas Day at 10:00 a.m. ~ The Holy Eucharist

1 PARISH NEWS Join us for our New Year’s Eve Service

December 31 falls on a Friday this year, and we mark the occasion with a New Year’s Eve liturgy at 5:00 p.m. that is both meaningful and joyful. We will celebrate the Eucharist with particular prayers for the ending of the old year and the beginning of the new. A reception with champagne to toast the New Year will follow. If you plan to spend a quiet New Year’s at home, this is a good way to celebrate with friends and fellow parishioners first; if you are going out to a party, this is also a perfect way to begin your evening.

Kudos! Thank You! MARK YOUR Big thanks to everyone who attended Trivia Night! Our two previous winning teams combined to make an CALENDARS! unstoppable table. Congratulations to them! The winning team graciously donated their winnings to the Living the The Parish Annual Meeting is Spirit campaign. A total of $357.60 was raised for the Sunday, January 23, campaign. A tithe of the profits went to Calvary Thanksgiving Food Drive. I will plan another Trivia Night following the 10:00 a.m. service. next fall, but if anyone is interested in hosting a spring A Parish Luncheon follows the Annual Meeting night, please call me, Becky Donovan, at 419-8529. in Saints Hall. Thank you to Bob Huffman and all the other parishioners who made this year’s Thanksgiving Dinner so wonderful. The meal was outstanding and Saints Hall looked great. We think that this year was better than ever! Our Thanksgiving Dinner is quickly becoming a tradition for Advent Tree many of our families. The Advent Tree appeared in the narthex on Sunday, November 28 - the first Sunday of Advent. You will find tags on the tree with items for families from The Healing Place, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), and from refugee families that St. Matthew’s has sponsored. To FINANCIAL UPDATE participate, take a tag from the tree and return it wrapped with the tag on the package by Sunday, December 19. For Income and Expense more information, please call Becky Donovan (419-8529). (as of October 30)

Income, year to date $637,019.00 Expenditures, year to date $728,464.00 Ladies Bridge Group Difference - $91,445.00 At last there is a plan to start a Ladies Bridge Group! Our first meeting will be January 14, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. in This is a large and very worrying deficit, and it means Clingman Chapel. Please come. We will take some time for we are having serious problems with cash flow. Our discussion, and will play some bridge too. We will collect accountant has had to delay paying some bills, which is $5 from those interested to purchase cards, score pads, not something we want to do. Pledges are behind, etc. If you have ideas for discussion, please call Marcia year to date, by $115,831.00. PLEASE CATCH UP Brendel, 897-7647. We are looking forward to seeing our ON YOUR PLEDGE IF YOU CAN! bridge buddies, new players, and our Monday night players. Thank you!

2 RECTOR’S COLUMN

Dear People of St. Matthew’s, I am writing this a week before Thanksgiving (how did it get here so fast??), and of course this issue of the Spirit is full of news and information about Advent and Christmas and all the many things that make December such a full month here at the church, and in our lives. In terms of the church calendar, Advent is meant to be a quiet, meditative time – a time of waiting and of preparation. Well, most of us find it to be a time of preparation, but probably not very quiet or meditative! I could wish that things were different, but the reality is that most of us will be rushed and stressed in this season. I hope you will not be too stressed, and I hope that you will enjoy the Christmas lights in your neighborhood, parties with friends and family, buying presents for those you love, putting up your Christmas tree, and all the other good things of December. I wonder, though… I always thought that I might have a richer, more focused Advent if things just weren’t so busy, if the outside world didn’t intrude so much, if there wasn’t such craziness and consumerism marking the season. But perhaps I have this backwards. Perhaps I dive into the pre-Christmas whirl in order to avoid going deeper spiritually. Advent is a time of waiting and preparation – for what? For the birth of Christ, of course. But when we wait for Christ, what are we waiting for? What are YOU waiting for? Do you know? Are you able to admit, even to yourself, the emptiness inside that only God can fill? Are you able to acknowledge wounds that will not heal, hopes that have died, dreams that may never be fulfilled? Can you – can we – allow loneliness to show? Can we be honest about the gap between who we are and who we intended to be? Perhaps we make Advent such a busy season in order to avoid these questions. They are difficult questions, often painful. And why ask them, unless there is the possibility of hope or healing? This Advent, take a chance. Ask the questions. What are you waiting for? What do you really, truly hope for, yearn for, ache for?

In asking the questions we start the journey to Bethlehem. It’s not an easy road, but it leads to the only hope that is real, and the only love that can fill us and heal us. If we want the Christ to be born in us, we must open the doors of our hearts and prepare a place. I wish you a risky, blessed Advent. Yours in Christ, Lucinda +

3 PARISH NEWS

The Cooks and Alternative Gifts Market Bottlewashers sponsor Sunday, December 5 another successful meal! in Clingman Chapel, C&B hosted the luncheon for the Dr. Amy-Jill Levine after all three services: lecture on October 30. The menu of homemade soups, 8 a.m., 10 a.m., and 5 p.m. sandwiches and dessert bars was delicious and just right for a fall afternoon. Saints Hall was full with 160 people, Mark your calendar for our Alternative Gifts Market and yet our organized clean up crew had everything featuring alternatives in gift giving from Episcopal finished in time for her talk to begin. It couldn’t have been Relief & Development’s Gifts for Life catalog, Kenya done more smoothly! Kids at Rongo school supplies, Hearts4Kenya gifts to C&B is one of the major hospitality ministries here at support agriculture, crafts from around the world, and St. Matthew’s. Opportunities to host events such as The fair trade coffee from JustCoffee.org. Annual Breakfast and The Annual Meeting Luncheon are given to the group. If the group is interested and there are This holiday season, honor friends and loved ones with people available to lead crucial areas of set up, cooking, gifts that make a lasting difference for people living in serving and clean up, the event is hosted by C&B rather poverty or trying to create a living for themselves than another alternative. Depending on schedules and around the world. Some gifts you will be able to interests, parishioners plug into helping. It’s always a purchase directly at the market, and with some you will different group, and always fun. receive a token or gift card you can personalize, acknowledging the gift purchased on behalf of those in Please let Julie Stodghill, 948-8684, [email protected] or Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers, 895-3485, need. [email protected], know if you would like to get involved There’s something for everyone at the Alternative Gifts with the ministry of hospitality at St. Matthew’s. It is Market: awesome! • Children can find valuable gifts that fit their budget and provide children in need with nourishing food and education. • Families can choose gifts that create lasting change by improving the health and economic well being of impoverished families. • Groups can come together to purchase gifts that Discussing Dimensions go beyond giving by providing entire communities with the essentials needed to pull themselves out Evening Group of poverty. • Anyone can purchase crafts or coffee directly and Our group has enjoyed sharing questions and reflections on “The Misunderstood Jew” capped by the Dimensions fairly from those that produce and market them, of Faith lectures by Dr. Levine. providing a fair return for their work. We are presently taking a hiatus until after the Holiday It is sure to be an exciting day — and a great season, but the back channels are sorting possible choices opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives for our next book. We have some interest in pursuing the around the world. Jewish perspective a bit further with Chaim Potok’s works; For more information or to help with the Alternative Islamic studies; the Civil Rights Movement in preparation Gifts Market, contact Marty Lawfer (327-6057), for our visit by Dr. Otis Moss; or begin one of Marcus Borg’s books in anticipation of his lecture next fall. If you Sharon Nesmith (228-5918), or Jerry Cappel would be interested in any of these please let me know. (541-8278). Have you read something wildly exciting? Call (419-4583) or email ([email protected]) me. — Marilyn Swain

4 PARISH NEWS Dimensions of Faith presents Dr. Otis Moss Jr. to mark Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Dr. Otis Moss Jr., a social-justice leader and noteworthy preacher, whose tenure in the Civil Rights Movement follows an unbroken path from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the 1960s to President Barack Obama today, will preach and speak at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, January 16, 2011, the day before Martin Luther King Day.

Dr. Moss’s visit is hosted by St. Matthew’s Dimensions of Faith speaker series, in association with St. George’s Community Center. He will meet with St. Matthew’s youth, preach at the 10 o’clock service, and speak in an evening program at 7:00 p.m. in Saints Hall.

Dr. Moss was pastor at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church in Cleveland for 33 years until his retirement in 2008. He has served churches in Ohio and Georgia, where he was co-pastor with Rev. Martin Luther King, Sr. at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. He was a board member and regional director of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during Dr. King’s tenure as He was a national board member and trustee of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Non-violent Social Change and Chairman of the Board at Morehouse College.

He was an advisor to former President Jimmy Carter at Camp David, and in 1994 he was the special guest of former President Bill Clinton at the Peace Treaty signing between Israel and Jordan. He now serves on President Obama’s White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships Advisory Council. In 2009, he co-lectured with Raj Mohan Gandhi, the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, during a multi-city tour of India illuminating the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi.

Dr. Moss was named Role Model of the Year Award by the National Institute for Responsible Fatherhood and Family Development in 1992. Yale University honored him with the Lyman Beecher Lectureship on Preaching in 2004, and he was twice ranked among America’s Greatest Black Preachers by Ebony Magazine.

St. Matthew’s Christmas Pageant is offered twice this year! Sunday December 19 – 5:00 p.m. service Friday, December 24 – 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Family Service

5 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Emily Schwartz Crouch, Assistant Rector Advent Healing Service Light your candles quietly, such candles as you possess, wherever you are. ~Alfred Delp

I have a picture taken by a friend while visiting a tiny church on the Island of Iona, Scotland. The image of several candles at first glance is peaceful. The light is calming against the old stone walls and dark interior. Taking a closer look you can see that some of the candles are lit and others burned out. The light shines forth, but there is unevenness in the light.

Perhaps there is a gift to be found in the unevenness. We forget how healing darkness and rest can be. Darkness signals a time for rest; a time to slow down and watch for the coming of the light. There is vulnerability in darkness because we must admit we can’t see clearly and we must listen more carefully. We realize that our lives have both darkness and light within them. We are in a community of faith that believes the light of Christ will come into our midst, but in the present moment how are we a light to others? And are we open to receiving light when darkness surrounds us?

On December 12 (Advent 3) we will have laying on of hands and healing to follow Eucharist. May we consider ourselves both healers and those who are in need of healing.

Convention News As you all know, the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky’s contact Marty Lawfer ([email protected] or 327- Annual Convention will be here at St. Matthew’s on 6057), to get your name on the list! February 25 and 26, 2011. It should be a particularly Green Convention! We were so impressed with exciting convention as it will be the first for our new Grace Church, Paducah’s efforts to have a ‘green Bishop, Terry White. Of course, everyone is invited convention’ this past year that we are going to do the to attend the public events and there will be more same thing. We plan to use ‘real’ cups for coffee and information about that sent out later. glasses for water. We also liked this idea: instead of St. Matthew’s wants to show everyone what fantastic buying new bags to give out, they collected bags from hosts we are, as well as show off our beautiful other meetings, seminars and conventions that building. As hosts, we’re required to provide lots of recipients no longer wanted. They gave us their volunteers both in planning the various aspects of the leftovers which we will distribute to Deputies for convention and making those days run smoothly. I holding convention materials. We need more — if you know there’s a perfect volunteer job for everyone. All have these types of bags (and it doesn’t matter what is you need to do is let me know what your interest is and written on them), please bring them to church and leave I’ll set you up. You are definitely needed! Please them in a box marked ‘Convention Bags’ in the narthex coat room. This is such a great project. It saves money, helps you clean out your house and reuses items rather than tossing them. Thanks in advance!

6 CHILDREN’S PROGRAM NEWS

Debbi Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation

Outreach has always been central to the life of St. Matthew’s. This year more than ever, thanks to our monthly Food Pantry and our garden, we have more visible reminders of its importance. Our children have been learning in their church school classrooms, in addition to what you teach them at home, the importance of helping the stranger. All too often the stranger in need of help is a child. Children helping children leads to adult lives where a compassionate response to the needs of others is the norm. The gift of understanding outreach and how to do it is perhaps the greatest gift we can give our children. On Sunday, November 28, during the 11:00 a.m. education hour, the entire parish family gathered in Saints Hall to work on various outreach opportunities. We made Anglican Rosaries which will be given to hospitalized parish family members. We decorated and stuffed bags with small gifts of personal items for our Food Pantry guests. Children came to make their very own artwork which will be hung in the narthex during the month of December. Plus we made soup mixes as gifts for others.

“Living In Zin” on Friday, December 3, offers opportunities for visiting with friends and bidding on fabulous gifts. Come to support retiring the debt of the extraordinary space that we have lived into with such amazing joy while they enjoying a delightful evening. (Read all about it elsewhere in the newsletter!)

Sunday, December 5, your children will return their “Hope Chests” to the ERD booth in the narthex at our first ever Alternative Gifts Market.

What is ERD? Episcopal Relief & Development is an international relief and development agency and a compassionate response to human suffering on behalf of The Episcopal Church of the United States. Their work to heal a hurting world is guided by the principles of compassion and dignity. They take their mandate from the words of Jesus, found in Matthew 25:37-40, that call us to feed the hungry, care for the sick and welcome the stranger. If your child did not bring home a “Hope Chest”, make one of your own to bring on the 5th!

4th and 5th Graders – Lock In/Out coming in January! Look for invitations in snail mail during Advent.

7 St. Matt’s Youth youth@stmatt–ky.org Web site: www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm (502) 895-3485 Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator • Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant December 2010 / January 2011 DON’T FORGET! Bagels with Brandon each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m.

Pageant Bowling at Rehearsals Ten Pins 2010 Christmas Pageant Sunday, Sunday, January 9 Rehearsals December 5 & 12 5:30-7:30 p.m. SATURDAY, December 4: 5:15-7:30 p.m. Drop off and pick up at Ten 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – “principals” only We welcome those who are Pins. We will pay for bowling Sunday, December 5: not able to be in the pageant and shoes. Bring money for 5:15-7:30 p.m. – full cast dinner at the snack bar. to come, have dinner with us, SATURDAY, December 11: help behind the scenes 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – full cast or play some games. Sunday, December 12: Service Project 5:15-7:30 p.m. – full cast SATURDAY, December 18: Pageant and Sunday, January 16 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. – full cast 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cast Party THURSDAY, December 23: Details to come! Sunday, December 19 3:00-5:00 p.m. – full cast 5:00-7:30 p.m. For those not in the pageant, Pageant: 2 performances come and watch your *Sunday, December 19: St. Matt’s friends in the Wii and Wings 5:00 p.m. service (arrive at 4:15) Christmas pageant. Sunday, January 23 *FRIDAY, December 24: Then, join us for a 5:30-7:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. service (arrive at 3:45)

Christmas celebration!

○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Fun and food for all! ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES – December and January Sunday, Let’s Go to the December 26 – Movies after BABYSITTING AT CORNERSTONE Thursday, December 9 & January 6: No Youth Group! Church School! -6:00 p.m. Meet at SMEC Merry Sunday, -6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Babysit January 30 -8:00 p.m. Pick up at SMEC Christmas! Lunch too! Times tbd. SERVICE PROJECTS *Sunday, January 16 – during Youth group *Sunday, January 23 – Youth are “pages” during the annual meeting Happy New Year & Welcome 2011! Sunday, January 2, This information and more is on the church web site at: 5:30-7:30 p.m. www.stmatt–ky.org/youth.htm Check it out! Gym games, movies and dinner to welcome in the new year! Questions? Email to Lynn or Brandon at: [email protected]

8 A FEW WORDS FROM . . .

The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries Advent for All! I love Advent. Really. And I don’t mean the “Christmas season” but Advent itself, in its blues and waiting and quietness. I even like Advent (not yet Christmas) music. It probably has to do with my introverted self and my natural preference for quiet farm fields over bustling malls. Another reason may be that you can, if needed, use Advent as sort of a buffer against the hyper-sentimentality of the “holidays.” I love the Advent wish – Come, O Come, God be with us. Make room; make room for the Christ Child. Prepare the way of the Lord, for God is surely coming. In our day, this Advent wish has an expanded meaning to me. It is increasingly clear that it is not just the human community that waits with longing for Immanuel. The whole creation, “waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.” (Romans 8:20). In Paul’s view, Advent and Christmas are not just for people. They are not just for the shepherds and wise men, but also the sheep and camels and the star in the east. For me, Advent is a time for looking for the healing of both the nations and the planet. Let us help make room for the presence of the Christ child among all our living neighbors. Let us prepare, in both town and wilderness, the way for the One who will reconcile all things, in heaven and on earth, to God. Oh, Come! Oh, Come, Immanuel. And ransom the captivity of your whole creation.

Christmas in the Library It is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas, when its Mighty Founder was a child Himself” Charles Dickens In the children’s corner of the library are items that are especially significant during this time of the year. Below is a list of just a few of the holiday books and DVDs that may be found in this special area of the library. Picture Books Donkey’s Dream jE Ber Drummer Boy jE Lon Orange for Frankie jE Pol Wonder of Christmas jE Mack Fiction Books Gift of the Magi jF Hen Christmas Carol jF Dick Nonfiction How Many Miles to Bethlehem j232.92 Cro Christmas Stories j808.8 Chr DVDs Polar Express Media jE Van Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey Media jF Chri Best Christmas Pageant Ever Media jF Rob Library Hours: Monday-Thursday 11:30-12:30 • Sunday 8:45-9:45 and 11:15-12:15

9 Volunteer SOCIAL CONCERNS

Opportunities Bob Dangremond and Marie Koelsch, co-chairs of Social Concerns Cornerstone Thursday, December 2 and January 6 Kenya Bound! 6:30-7:45 p.m. To cook or send food, sign up on Hearts4Kenya is planning its annual trip to Oyugis, Kenya, June 11-26, 2011. the bulletin board located across If you are interested in going please contact John Willingham at from the grand staircase, or call Hearts4Kenya, 558-8693. This really is a life changing trip. Sharon Nesmith, 228-5918. To volunteer to babysit, call If you have a relatively new laptop computer that you no longer need, please Diane Clark, 245-5633. consider donating it to Hearts4Kenya. We are in need of 4 computers for use We meet at 5:15 at Whole Foods with our farmers Co-op and our orphans. They will be very useful. (Shelbyville Road) for a light Thank you! dinner and conversation, then carpool at 6:00 to the Cathedral. – John Willingham Join us this month. We are always in need of baby sitters! Habitat for Humanity Saturday, December 4 and January 8 Christmas on the River Work 9:00 a.m. to Noon Thanks to all who donated candy and scarves for the River Mariners’ for a half day or Christmas boxes. We received 34 pounds of candy, over 100 scarves and 22 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a full day. adorable Christmas cards handmade by the Sunday School children. We welcome newcomers. No special skills required. On the job training is available. (carpool from church, 8:30 a.m.) Calvary / St. George’s Every Member Canvass Update Food Collection AS OF 11/22/10: Sunday, December 5 184 pledges have been received for a total amount of: and January 2 Please bring non-perishable items $565,065. Thank you! to the narthex coat closet. Both If you have not yet made a pledge for 2011, please pick up a pledge card in the food pantries depend on our narthex or call the parish office (895-3485). donations to help them meet the increasing demand for food in our community. Serve lunch at Wayside Sunday, December 12 Giving Thanks at Thanksgiving! and January 9 Your wonderful support with donations of money and food for the For more information, please call Thanksgiving Ingathering allowed St. Matthew’s to provide 124 complete Sarah Weston, 426-6678. meals to needy families at St. George’s Episcopal Church, Calvary Episcopal Food Pantry Church, and St. MAM (St. Matthew’s Area Ministries). The St. Matthew’s Food Pantry A total of $4,165 is cash was given along with 5 complete meals and over 75 is the 3rd Saturday of the every assorted food items. month starting at 11:00 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to help Thank you St. Matthew’s!!! Because of you, it was a Happy Thanksgiving for people who really need it. For many families this year. more information, please call Brian Good, 899-9390. 10 Adult Christian Formation in December and January Not just education, but FORMATION – food for thought, for spiritual growth, and for progress on our journey. Delicious coffee is available in all classes (and in the narthex) thanks to our Men’s Coffee Ministry! SUNDAY MORNINGS After the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist Sunday Forum continues the series “Living the Questions” featuring Marcus Borg and James Forbes in Decmeber. In January, a new series “Saving Jesus” will begin. The goal of this class is lively discussion about the ideas/beliefs presented and our responses, and an exploration of what may be next for Christianity. Facilitator: Judith Peoples Location: Saints Hall After the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist Faith and Life is a discussion class which examines current issues through the lens of faith, meets each Sunday. Whatever is in the news, politics, popular culture, sports, business, health, may be the week’s topic. How do we live a life of faith in a secular world? Facilitators: Brian Good and Bob Nesmith Location: Meeting Room A Parents In Conversation welcomes Lynn Miller, our youth director, on December 5, to talk about “High School”. Psychologist, parent and parishioner, Sarah Honaker on December 12. Her topic is “Sleep Issues with Children”. On December 19, Kris Christensen and René Strause will host a parent conversation around what parents learned this fall in PIC and what they would like to have offered during the winter and spring. Facilitators: Kris Christensen and René Strause Location: The Lounge Sunday Forum welcomes our rector, Lucinda Laird, on December 12. Sunday Forum will host a holiday “hymn sing”, complete with treats to eat, on December 19. In January, The Rev. Charlie Tachau will talk about Civil Rights. Facilitator: Judith Peoples Location: Clingman Chapel The Library is open after both the 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. Eucharists. Offered once a month after the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist Welcome to St. Matthew’s is an introduction to St. Matthew’s, held on the third Sunday of the month for anyone who is new and wants to learn more about how you can become a member and/or become more involved in the life of our parish. Facilitators: The Clergy Location: Education for Ministry Room WHOLE CHURCH is offered on the second Sunday of the month with education for all (children, youth, and adults) and carries a common theme. On December 5, WHOLE CHURCH will bring us an Alternative Gifts Market. What a wonderful way to give gifts that will benefit others. Facilitator: Jerry Cappel Location: Clingman Chapel Offered throughout the year Episcopal 101, a class for newcomers and everyone interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church, met in October and will be offered again in the spring. Facilitator: Lucinda Laird Location: Education for Ministry Room 11 DAILY PRAYER LIST

Week of December 6 Week of December 13 Week of December 20 Benson-Jones: Laura, Michael Jones, Bomar: Ben, Laura, Amanda Brown: Don, Pat Henry Putney, Afton Putney, William Bond: Bill, Margaret, Margot, Charlie Brown: Kaye Beury: George, Barbara Bower: Robert, Jean Brown: Tim, Pam Biasiolli: Gerry, Sue Bowles: Jerry, Bill Kingston Brown: Bill, Todd Bingham: Edie Bowling: Kathy Bryant: Tina Birch: Alan, Catharine, David, Steven Brendel: Marcia Bullock: Stephen, Elizabeth, John, Sarah Bishop: Thomas, Ann Blackburn: Joy Bridge: Sam, Sue Burdine: Pamela Blake: Jim Brill: Robert, Suellen, Andrew, Abby Burns: Frank, Carolyn, Meghan, Christopher Blakemore: Neville, Gray Henry Broecker: Linda, Bruce Busam: Priscilla, Lainey, Joshua Bohnert: Carrie, Aaron Vowels, Brooks: David, Jackie Butler: Walter

Week of December 27 Week of January 3 Week of January 10

Callaghan: Jean Cartwright: Betty Clark: Kevin, Mickey Peck Campbell: David, Frances Causey: Sarah Clark: Melinda Casey: Kay Cappel: Jerry, Jean Hawxhurst Clark: Bob, Diane Ceridan: Barry, Angie Carlisle: Mark Clement: Sarah, Greg Petrites Chapman: Dottie Carman: Anne, Christopher Cleveland: Bess Cheatham: Bill, Mary, Hamilton, Allen, Carman: Jesse Colin Collins: Georgianna Carter: Jack, Jennette Cherry: Steve, Mary Jane Collins: Shaver, Linda Cartier-Giroux: Lisa, Cristian Christensen: John, Kris, Jackson, Conway: Jack, Elizabeth, Evangeline Catherine Cook: Laura, Chloé Christian: Naomi Crocker: Candis Clark: Lou, Kitty

We pray for members of the parish family serving in the Armed Forces Marc Grigsby, Mark Jones, Christopher Jones, Casey Carmichael, Jay Dosker, Major Adrian Wheeler, Adam Warren, Ryan Campbell, Lance Lawfer, Kevin Smith, Billy Cundiff, The Rev. Steve Pike, and Michael Nicholas; and Jamie Ogles, who is serving in the Peace Corps. Do you have a family member serving in the Armed Forces or in some form of relief work in a dangerous area? Please let us know so that we can put them on our prayer list.

Welcome New Members (These people made a commitment to St. Matthew’s on All Saints Day, November 7)

Caroline Webster Sally L. Davis

Births

Ella Rose Mitchell, November 17, daughter of Tommy and Sarah Mitchell, sister of Nate Skrodski, Jackson Mitchell and Henry Mitchell We extend congratulations to

Steve and Barbara Ellis on the birth of their grandson Bob and Nancy Kasting on the birth of their granddaughter Ann Hines on the birth of her great-grandson Gordon Worster on the birth of his great-granddaughter

Baptism, November 7 Sophia Wolfe Trippe, daughter of Davis Trippe and Christy Wolfe

Deaths Dorothy E. Johnson, November 5 Katherine G. Jackson, November 14 Paul E. Disney, November 21

We are sorry to hear about the death of Jay Redman’s aunt Lou Clark’s brother Lee Fletcher’s mother Anne Vouga’s mother Mo Wakefield’s mother

+ + + May light perpetual shine upon them + + +

CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

Staff: The Rev. Canon Lucinda Laird, Rector The Rev. Emily S. Crouch, Assistant Rector The Rev. Dr. Helen Jones, Pastoral Associate The Rev. Dr. Jerry Cappel, Associate for Justice Ministries The Rev. Moray Peoples, Priest Associate The Rt. Rev. David Reed, Bishop in Residence Deborah Rodahaffer, Director of Christian Formation Barbara Ellis, Organist/Choirmaster Office Hours: Lynn Miller, Youth Coordinator Brandon Brones, Youth Assistant Monday-Friday: Ann Davis, Parish Life Coordinator 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Karen Hill, Coordinator of Volunteers Saturday: Mardi Galvin, Parish Administrator 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Ruth Kempf, Business Manager Matt Averbeck, Sexton

Quiet, peace, prayers, and music in the midst of a chaotic world 8:008:00 p.m.p.m.

Advent I, November 28 Christian Rodahaffer, guitar

Advent II, December 5 Jean Hutchinson, flute

Advent III, December 12 Emily Schwartz Crouch, soprano

Advent IV, December 19 Linda Wardell, dulcimer

15 Advent and Christmas at St. Matthew’s

Sunday, December 5 – 2nd Sunday of Advent 11:15 a.m. Alternative Gifts Fair

Sunday, December 12 – 3rd Sunday of Advent The laying on of hands for healing will be offered at all three services.

Sunday, December 19 – 4th Sunday of Advent 8:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Service of Lessons & Carols and Holy Eucharist* 5:00 p.m. Christmas Pageant and Holy Eucharist* (childcare at this service only for very young children)

Friday, December 24 – Christmas Eve 4:30 p.m. Christmas Pageant and Holy Eucharist* 10:30 p.m. Festival Holy Eucharist

Saturday, December 25 – Christmas Day 10:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist

Sunday, December 26 - The 1st Sunday after Christmas Day 10:00 a.m. The Holy Eucharist (ONE SERVICE ONLY)

Friday, December 31 – New Year’s Eve 5:00 p.m. Special service for New Year’s Eve/Holy Eucharist (Champagne Reception to follow)

* Childcare provided