Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday the Church office will be closed Wednesday, November 22nd thru Monday, November 27th. If there should be a problem please contact Pastor Annie on her cell phone. Remember Thanksgiving is not just a day, It’s a way of Life!
Tommy Epling Eagle Scout Ceremony Saturday, November 25, 2 pm
You’re invited to Tommy Epling’s Eagle Scout Ceremony on Saturday, November 25 at 2:00 pm here at Faith Des Peres. For his Eagle Scout project, Tommy built two beehives for the church’s community garden. The hives are located at the very back of the parking lot and produced honey this past summer and fall. The ceremony lasts about 30-45 minutes and there will be a reception afterwards. We hope you can come. Annie and Terry Epling
Christmas Giving Tree Kick-Off and Thanksgiving Meal
Join us after church today for our thanksgiving meal and kick-off to the Christmas Giving Tree. We’re adopting families from Lydia’s House and Southside Early Childhood Center with Christmas presents and gift cards. You can choose what you want to purchase for them by taking an ornament from the Christmas tree. Many thanks to Judy Sisson and Sandy Williams for co-chairing this year’s event.
Poinsettia and Wreath Contributions
If you would like to contribute to the poinsettia and wreath fund to decorate the church during the Christmas season, you may do so by signing up in the Gathering Space. The suggested donation is $10.00. You may honor or dedicate your donation to a loved one. Please note on your check that your payment is for poinsettias. Thank you.
Madeline O’Meara, soprano, is from St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri in December of 2016. She received her Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance and is studying voice with Mr. Braeden Harris. She was in Opera Workshop at the university and performed a few roles in the class. She starred as La Contessa in Le Nozze di Figaro. In pervious semesters, she has performed as Nella in Gianni Schicci and her scene work includes Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni, Second Lady in Die Zauberflöte, Alice in Verdi’s Falstaff, and much more. During the summer, she was a studio artist for a summer program called Opera NEO, where she learned new techniques and mastered her craft. She is excited to be part of such a welcoming community at the Faith Des Peres Church!
Dear Faith Des Peres Family,
This Sunday we will celebrate the baptism of Annie Laura Cass, daughter of Cody and Katy Cass. Baptisms are always a fun and celebratory event in the life of the church! I hope you can be here to welcome Annie into the family.
Following church, Buddy Pack Packers are needed to pack 240 buddy packs for school children in the U City district. As you probably know, we’ve greatly expanded the Buddy Pack program this year and Gina Bright and Roy Lenox are co-coordinating it. Buddy Packs provides food for school children on the weekends; without their Buddy Packs, these children are at risk for food insecurity. By helping to pack Buddy Packs, you play a vital role in helping to alleviate that. The more hands helping, the quicker it takes to pack, but normally with 10 volunteers it takes about 1 hour to pack 240 packs. Packing takes place in Fellowship Hall located downstairs.
Finally, the Thanksgiving Lunch and Christmas Giving Tree Kick-Off is November 19. We need to know whether or not you’ll be here for lunch! Please RSVP here. We hope to see you there!
Many Blessing,
Annie
Tommy Epling Eagle Scout Ceremony Saturday, November 25, 2 pm
You’re invited to Tommy Epling’s Eagle Scout Ceremony on Saturday, November 25 at 2:00 pm here at Faith Des Peres. For his Eagle Scout project, Tommy built two beehives for the church’s community garden. The hives are located at the very back of the parking lot and produced honey this past summer and fall. The ceremony lasts about 30-45 minutes and there will be a reception afterwards. We hope you can come. Annie and Terry Epling
Metropolitan Congregations United is a group of churches that has formed together to help ending decriminalization of black youth by introducing school, police, and juvenile court reforms. On Thursday November 9th, 2017 at 6:30 pm the will present From Pipeline to Pathways Community Assembly to help support their cause. Please plan to join this event held at Harris- Stowe State University 3026 Laclede Ave. in the Henry Graves Auditorium.
Looking for a quick and easy way to serve the church and wider community? Join the Mission and Ministry Committee following church today to pack Buddy Packs.
Join us after church on November 19 for a thanksgiving meal and kick-off to the Christmas Giving Tree. We’re adopting families from Lydia’s House and Southside Early Childhood Center with Christmas presents and gift cards. On the 19th you can choose what you want to purchase for them by taking an ornament from the Christmas tree. Many thanks to Judy Sisson and Sandy Williams for co-chairing this year’s event. Please RSVP for the lunch to Tiara or sign-up in the Gathering Space.
If you would like to contribute to the poinsettia and wreath fund to decorate the church during the Christmas season, you may do so by signing up in the Gathering Space. The suggested donation is $10.00. You may honor or dedicate your donation to a loved one. Please note on your check that your payment is for poinsettias. Thank you.
Madeline O’Meara, soprano, is from St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri in December of 2016. She received her Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance and is studying voice with Mr. Braeden Harris. She was in Opera Workshop at the university and performed a few roles in the class. She starred as La Contessa in Le Nozze di Figaro. In pervious semesters, she has performed as Nella in Gianni Schicci and her scene work includes Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni, Second Lady in Die Zauberflöte, Alice in Verdi’s Falstaff, and much more. During the summer, she was a studio artist for a summer program called Opera NEO, where she learned new techniques and mastered her craft. She is excited to be part of such a welcoming community at the Faith Des Peres Church!
Congratulations to Cat and Patrick Harper on the birth of their son, Henry Robert, born October 23, 2017. Robert weighed in at 8 pounds, 7 ounces and joins big sister Nora. Welcome to the family, Henry!
Dear Faith Des Peres Family,
This Sunday is All Saints Sunday. It’s become one of my favorite Sundays of the year. I love that there’s a special Sunday set aside to remember our saints, whether living or dead, who have molded us, shaped us, loved us, and made us into the people we are today. During worship, you’ll have the opportunity to remember your saint and give thanks for him or her. This is also a communion Sunday, so don’t forget your food for Feeding the Flock. And, don’t forget to turn your clock back one hour. Everyone gets an extra hour of sleep!
I hope to see you Sunday!
Blessings, Annie
PS: It's not too late to join the Grace and Gratitude Group on Facebook. Join us here as we "count our blessings" in November.
PPS: Tommy Epling's Eagle Scout Court of Honor is Saturday, November 25 at 2pm at the church. Everyone is invited! Thank you for supporting his project of building bee hives for the community garden. Terry and I hope to see you there!
Special thank you to Danny Mortimer who made our chains last week and set the table this week. He is always a helping hand and always willing to help whenever needed!
It’s a communion Sunday which means the kids will pull the wagon and collect food for Circle of Concern during the offering time. The idea behind Feeding the Flock is that while we are spiritually fed at Christ’s table, we are called to physically feed others. This is an important outreach ministry of Faith Des Peres, and is one that gets everyone involved. Even if you forgot food today, you can always donate food to Circle of Concern by dropping it off at the church. Thank you.
Madeline O’Meara, soprano, is from St. Louis, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri in December of 2016. She received her Bachelor of Music degree in vocal performance and is studying voice with Mr. Braeden Harris. She was in Opera Workshop at the university and performed a few roles in the class. She starred as La Contessa in Le Nozze di Figaro. In pervious semesters, she has performed as Nella in Gianni Schicci and her scene work includes Donna Elvira in Don Giovanni, Second Lady in Die Zauberflöte, Alice in Verdi’s Falstaff, and much more. During the summer, she was a studio artist for a summer program called Opera NEO, where she learned new techniques and mastered her craft. She is excited to be part of such a welcoming community at the Faith Des Peres Church!
Looking for a quick and easy way to serve the church and wider community? Join the Mission and Ministry Committee following church next Sunday to pack Buddy Packs.
Join us after church on November 19 for a thanksgiving meal and kick-off to the Christmas Giving Tree. We’re adopting families from Lydia’s House and Southside Early Childhood Center with Christmas presents and gift cards. On the 19th you can choose what you want to purchase for them by taking an ornament from the Christmas tree. Many thanks to Judy Sisson and Sandy Williams for co-chairing this year’s event. Please RSVP for the lunch to Tiara or sign-up in the Gathering Space.
Poinsettia and Wreath Contributions
If you would like to contribute to the poinsettia and wreath fund to decorate the church during the Christmas season, you may do so by signing up in the Gathering Space. The suggested donation is $10.00. You may honor or dedicate your donation to a loved one. Please note on your check that your payment is for poinsettias. Thank you.