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Rally Day (Sept. 8) Mark your calendars for Rally Day, a parish life celebration for all ages to learn more about the worship, formation, fellowship, and service (in-reach and outreach) opportunities, and how to get involved and connect with others. This grand event will include live music, a slideshow, ministry area leaders, and more. Spread the word about this great way to celebrate life at GSL and to see what’s ahead for Fall.
Acolyte Training (Sept. 8) Acolyte Warden, Grant Adams, and the Clergy will host a training and refresher session for all children and youth acolytes on Sunday, Sept. 8, at 11:45 a.m. This liturgical ministry is open to and required for 4th-12th grade members and newcomers. A new revised Acolyte Customary (instruction manual) will be provided as a key resource for roles and responsibilities. Beginning with a pizza lunch, the session will end by 1 p.m. To register by ASAP, sign up here [www.tinyurl.com/2019AcolyteTraining] and for more info, contact Grant Adams (grant.adams at gmail.com, 901-527-0083).
Becoming Beloved Community (Sept. 11, 18, 25, & Oct. 2) The Becoming Beloved Community (BBC) program provides resources for those seeking racial healing, reconciliation, and justice through interrelated commitments to: telling the truth (about our churches and race); proclaiming the dream (of beloved community); practicing the way (of love in the power of Jesus; and repairing the breach (in society and institutions). GSL Church and School adults and youth are invited to participate by registering for this fourweek, curriculum-based class (6-7:30 p.m. in Trezevant Hall) facilitated by the Rev. Ollie V. Rencher, Rector. Sign up by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/GSLBecoming.
September 5, 2019
Daytime Book Group (Sept. 12) Our first discussion of the fall is Thursday, Sept. 12, with The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah. This is an open group—no invitation or requirements other than a love of reading. We meet in the Red Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a sack lunch. The group is facilitated by Janie Morris (morrishome1 at bellsouth.net) and Carol Ann Mallory (cam2269 at aol.com). A list of books for upcoming months may be found at www.gracestlukes.org/events/daytimebook-group.
GSL Night at the Levitt Shell (Sept. 12) Join the parish on Thursday, Sept. 12, in Overton Park for GSL Night at the Levitt Shell. We will gather at 6:30 p.m. for food and fellowship and local musician Rob Baird will perform at 7. GSL is a show sponsor, so look for us at one of the pavilions nearest the entrance to the venue. We will provide beverages & light bites, but please bring a snack to share. Food Trucks will also be available to purchase additional treats. This all-ages event is sure to be a blast, so bring your family, friends, and neighbors!
Third Thursday (Sept. 19) The Third Thursday Fellowship will have its first fall dinner on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 6 p.m. in Trezevant Hall. This group is for adults of all ages and is an excellent way to get to know other GSL members in a relaxed social environment. The evening begins with a social time at 6 p.m. followed by a dinner and an interesting speaker. This month we will welcome Josh Spickler, the Executive Director of Just City, a non profit dedicated to criminal justice reform. The dinner is $20 and reservations may be made with Lucy Owens in the church office (lowens@gracestlukes.org, 901-252-6333) or online at www.gracestlukes.org/events/third-thursday. Come join us!
Calling All Young Adults (Sept. 19) Join us for The Episcopal Church 101 Class and Dinner, Thursday, Sept. 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This will be a laid back evening of learning more about The Episcopal Church. Ever wondered where all the vestments live? Or what’s inside the niche in the wall of the Sanctuary? (Hint: it’s called an “ambry.”) We will gather at 5:30 in the church for a tour of the worship space and a time of Q&A. After a short service of Compline, we will travel together to Huey’s midtown for dinner.
Exodus Parish Retreat (Sept. 27-29)
Only one month away - so don't wait any longer to sign up! Exodus is a Friday to Sunday excursion for GSL parishioners to The Gray Center, an Episcopal Camp and Conference Center north of Canton, Mississippi. In the beautiful lakeside setting of Camp Bratton-Green, participants can connect with God and fellow parishioners, and do as much or as little as they want. For more info AND to sign up, visit www.gracestlukes.org/events/parishweekend/.
Save These Dates Wednesday Lunch Fellowship (formerly 39ers) – Sept. 25, noon Fall Potluck – Oct. 20, following the 10:30 service These and more are in your September Messenger. Pick up a copy in the church hallway under the information monitor or download a copy here: www.gracestlukes.org/the-messenger.
Children & Youth
Episcopal Youth Community Beginning Sept. 15, Classes begin at 9:15 a.m. Rite 13 for Middle School (6th-8th grades) in the Red Room. J2A for High School (9th-12th grades) in Room 212 (across from McClure Hall in the Evans Building) On Sept. 8, please come to Rally Day in Trezevant Hall.
EYC Sept. 8, Jr. High EYC 4-5:30; Sr. High EYC 5-7 Biscuits & Bible (6th - 8th Grade), Wednesday, Sept. 11 6:45-7:45 a.m. in the Red Room. Bring your new 6th grade friends! B&B continues each Wednesday morning. For more information, contact Director of Youth Formation Amzie Williams at awilliams@gracestlukes.org or 901-252-6326.
Sunday Morning Classes for Children Beginning Sept. 8, classes begin at 9:15 a.m. Your September Messenger has all the details. See below for the Sunday schedule.
Take Note
Choirs at GSL GSL offers choir opportunities for all ages. To join one, simply come to the first rehearsal or contact Interim Organist-Choirmaster Debbie Smith (901252-6331, or dsmith@gracestlukes.org).
Rehearsal times for 2019-2020: St. Cecilia Choir – K-2nd Grades, Rehearsal on Wednesdays, 4:30-5. Canterbury Choir – 3rd- 6th Grades, Rehearsal on Wednesdays, 5-6. Grace-St. Luke’s Chancel Choir – Adults, high school and older (by audition), Rehearsal on Wednesdays, 7-8:30.
Fall Formation / Worship Offerings August – December (Revised) Christian formation (education) is about growing in discipleship and discovering how faith is relevant to all aspects of our lives. At GSL, we strive to offer a menu of learning choices in large and small group settings led both by clergy and lay ministers. Classes for adults are held in various locations, including the Parish Hall (Trezevant), Peete Room (LeMaster Street door entrance), The Chapel, Parlor (Lounge), McClure Hall, and Room 212 (beyond Trezevant in the Evans Building). Youth and children gather in designated rooms located on the basement level of the Parish House. Specific locations are posted in the weekly eNews, worship service leaflet, and on information tables. You may also download a copy here: tinyurl.com/GSL2019FallFormation.
September Messenger Follow this link for the September Messenger, our monthly newsletter: www.gracestlukes.org/the-messenger/.
Around the Diocese
A Special Service at the Cathedral In lieu of Public Theology, all are invited at 5:30 p.m. this evening,Thursday, September 5, to a special service at St. Mary’s Cathedral with the Rt. Rev. Phoebe Roaf and the Rev. Becca Stevens (preacher). Becca (www.beccastevens.org) is the founder and president of Thistle Farms, the largest social enterprise in the US run by survivors of sexual abuse and human trafficking. Becca will be in Memphis to support Thistle and Bee (www.thistleandbee.org), a social enterprise program in Memphis which was inspired by Thistle Farms. Thistle and Bee offers a 2 year program of healing for women who have survived prostitution and human trafficking that includes free housing, employment and life skills training.
Our City, Our Story
Homelessness Here & Now Public Forum, Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m., Second Baptist Church, 4680 Walnut Grove Rd. Join MIFA and Second Baptist Church for a public forum, featuring Charlotte, North Carolina, advocate for the homeless, Kathy Izard, and a panel of local experts. Offering a variety of perspectives, the panel will share insight on the challenges, causes, and solutions to the issue. Free and open to the public, ticket required. Tickets: tinyurl.com/ourcityourstorytickets. More info at https://community.mifa.org/our-city-our-story
Do Good, Love Well Luncheon, Wednesday, Sept. 11, at noon, Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Avenue, Cost: $50. At this luncheon benefiting MIFA, Izard will share her journey of personal and community transformation that began with a question, "Where are the beds?" and ended with over one hundred formerly homeless people living in homes of their own. Tickets here: www.mifa.org/dogoodlovewell
This Sunday at GSL
Join us for worship, formation, and fellowship on Sept. 8. 8 a.m. – Holy Eucharist 8:45 a.m. – Delicious home-cooked breakfast. 9:15 a.m. – Rally Day (details above) 9:15 a.m. – Christian Formation classes for children Nursery
Infant Room (Newborn–Walking) Toddler Room (Walking–Potty Training) Little Lambs Room (Potty Training–Atrium Ready) Location: Church Nursery with the Nursery Staff Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Atrium I 3–6 year olds: Pre–K, JK and SK Location: Atrium I (Green Room) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Atrium II 6–9 year olds: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grade Location: Atrium II (Purple Room) Project Purpose 4th–5th Grade Location: Yellow Room 9:15 a.m. – Christian Formation classes for youth (On Sept. 8, youth attend Rally Day in Trezevant) Beginning Sept. 15: Rite 13 6th–8th Grade Location: Red Room Beginning Sept. 15: J2A
9th–12th Grade Location: Red Room 10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist Following the 10:30 service – Coffee Hour Nursery – The nursery is available from 7:30 a.m. through the end of the 10:30 service 5:30 p.m. – Holy Eucharist Episcopal Youth Community (details above). More about Christian Formation at GSL
Children: www.gracestlukes.org/sunday-school
Youth: www.gracestlukes.org/youth-formation
Adults: www.gracestlukes.org/sunday-morning/
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