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Blessing of the Backpacks, Sunday, September 10 at 10 am service. It’s back to school time and we want to bless our students, educators, administrators, and other school staff as the year begins! Bring your backpack, briefcase, messenger bag, etc. to church and we’ll bless everyone’s bags as a symbol of God’s presence and blessing in this new year!
Church BBQ, Sunday, September 17 in the Garden after the 10 am service. We’ll continue our celebration with a BBQ and to kick off the fall as folks return from summer travels. RSVP to rsvp@stpeterschelsea.org so we can get a headcount. Carne asada tacos by Ian and Ryan are on the menu and you can sign up to bring a side or dessert.
Wednesday: Women's Group (September 13 through November 15) This season, the group will be co-led by Beeca Lin and Caitlin Mitchell. We will meet on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm, sharing a meal and continuing our study of the book of Mark. The first meeting will be Sept 13 and we will meet weekly through Nov 15. Feel free to drop in as you are able! Any questions, please email Caitlin at caitlinmitchell95@gmail.com.
Lisha Epperson and Michelle Howard’s Ordination to Holy Orders, Saturday, September 16 at 10:30 am. Join the Diocese of New York in ordaining Lisha and Michelle to the priesthood at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. After the service, we'll gather at Amity Hall Uptown (982 Amsterdam Ave between 108th & 109th) from 1-4 pm. Finger foods will be provided. Come swing by to grab a bite and toast Lisha and Michelle on this happy occasion!
Bible Overview: God's Story, Our Story (starting September 24), select Sundays, 11:30-12:30 This year, we are delving into the Story of God by getting to know the Bible better! The Very Rev. Michael DeLashmutt from General Theological Seminary and our wonderful priest associate will give a birds eye view of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and we'll reflect on the larger themes of Scripture for our lives and the world. 2023 dates: Sept 24 (Intro, Part 1); Oct 8 (Intro, Part 2); Oct 22 (Penteteuch); Nov 5 (Histories); Dec 3 (Prophets).
Wednesday: Yoga + Noonday Prayer, 11:30-12:15 (starting Sept 13) This series provides an opportunity to explore movement as a spiritual practice. Led by Lisha Epperson, St. Peter's Pastoral Associate, former dancer of Dance Theater of Harlem and long-time student of yoga. Yoga will be from 11:30-12 and Noonday prayer from 12-12:15 in St. Peter's Sanctuary. Come for one part or both. It is FREE and open to the public. All ages welcome. The sanctuary will also be open for meditation and prayer till 1 PM. RSVP to lisha@stpeterschelsea.org.
St. Peter's Saturdays at the Food Pantry! Join us for special volunteer Saturdays at the Food Pantry on the following dates from 9:30-11:30 am: September 9, October 7, November 4, December 2. Let's love and serve our neighbors! RSVP to Brian Wexler, Interim Program Director at foodpantry@stpeterschelsea.org.
Journeying together in group spiritual direction
Concert and conversation with rapper JP Reynolds
Learning to prayerfully listen and discern God's presence at Family Table