September 2014

My Dear Franciscan Friends,

As we say good bye to Robert, we are also preparing to welcome a

new Assistant Rector. While we don’t have a time line to share,

searches can be quick or may take some time, we do have a search

committee that will assist me in making that call. Jim Tanner, our

Senior Warden, and three vestry members, Kris Cooke, Susan

Tysinger and Claudia Reich have agreed to work with me in this

godly endeavor. We ask your prayers and support as we move

through the discernment process.

While that is going on we are moving forward with the Capital Cam-

paign, our fall stewardship program, and the start up of Christian

Formation programs for adults, youth, and children. On September

7th we will return to our program year schedule for Christian Formation programs. Adult

Forum, Children’s Chapel, Middle School Sunday School, and Coffee Talk will be at

9:15am. On September 7th we will return to the 10:30am worship time and Sunday School

for grades k-5 will be held during the 10:30am Service.

We are honored to have the Rt. Rev. Anne Hodges-Copple join us on the 7th to preach, teach

and celebrate the Eucharist. Following the 10:30 Service we will host a reception in honor of

the Bishop. This will be a great opportunity to meet Bishop Anne and welcome her into our

faith community. I have had several opportunities to hear her speak and to engage in conver-

sation. She is an impressive person of deep spirituality. She shares Bishop Curry’s commit-

ment to find new ways to engage our culture with the transformative love of God.

After the reception, she will have a lunch meeting with the Vestry. During that meeting we

will have a conversation that will explore several questions that are central to our faith during

this particular moment in time. We will address questions such as:

What has and is changing about how we share the liberating, reconciling love of God in his

Son, Jesus Christ with our wider community? What works? What used to work doesn’t any-

more?

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MICHAEL MOULDEN RECTOR

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The Feasibility Study phase of the Capital Campaign process has been completed and the re-

sults are positive for a Fall launch to our campaign. We are working with the Episcopal

Church Foundation consultant, Andi Tilmann, to bring the results to the congregation as soon

as possible. We plan to make copies available to the congregation of the entire Feasibility

Study report (uncut and unedited) should anyone be interested. Stay tuned for major develop-

ments in the near future and thanks again to everyone who participated in the survey. We were

all encouraged by the amount of parishioners who took the time to give us vital information

about our proposed Capital Campaign.

The Steering Team

How might we move beyond our doors and beyond traditional approaches to outreach in order

to be companions on the Way and sharing our faith with those who have moved away from

faith?

These and other questions about faith and action in our post-Christendom context are extremely

appropriate for us to address as we move forward with our Capital Campaign. They focus upon

the ‘why’ of our Campaign and will help us build together a clear vision of our mission and min-

istry.

So, may God bless us and lead us into our destiny and purpose as a faith community of Jesus’

disciples.

God’s peace be with us,

Michael

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F R O M R E V . M I C H A E L M O U L D E N C O N ’ T

C A P I T A L C A M P A I G N U P D A T E

THANK YOU ROBERT

The Parish has contributed $360 in Robert's honor to the Farm Worker's Ministry and $2,035

to his Continuing Education Fund. If there are any additional contributions, please turn

them in by September 14th.

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CHILDREN’S/YOUTH CHRISTIAN FORMATION

On September 7th, our year-round schedule will begin, with Chil-

dren's Chapel at 9:15am. This is a child-friendly worship experi-

ence, patterned after the liturgy so that children can both learn the

liturgy and be engaged in it. Children's Chapel will meet in the

sanctuary, and will include a brief snack-time at the end.

The Middle School Sunday School Class will also be at 9:15am

in St. Mike's. This class uses biblical lessons and service to create

a unique experience for all middle schoolers.

The High School Sunday School Class, Coffee Talk, will also be

at 9:15am in the Coffee Talk classroom. This is a class where

high schoolers can come and fellowship with one another, have refreshments, and talk

about a wide variety of topics facing them today.

Please note that Adult Forum classes are at 9:15am, so that parents can bring their chil-

dren to any of our age-appropriate classes and have a time to gather for discipleship

among themselves as well.

Sunday School for children aged preK-5th grade will be during the 10:30 Service, where

children will continue in Christian Formation by delving deeper into Scripture in a rele-

vant, engaging, fun, and educational way.

Children will rejoin their parents in the congregation at the celebration of the Holy Eu-

charist. We hope that this schedule will allow all children and their parents to hear God's

story in a way that is age-appropriate and engaging for all participants.

AMANDA HARMON

DIRECTOR OF

CHILDREN'S AND

YOUTH MINISTRY

F R O M A M A N D A H A R M O N

YOUTH GROUP KICK-OFF

On September 7th, our EYC year will

be KICKING OFF! Come to the pot-luck

Kick Off celebration at 5:30pm in the

Parish Hall for information and updates

about the upcoming year! Parents are

invited and strongly encouraged to attend

with their middle school and high school

students. If you have any questions about

the Kick Off, please contact Amanda

at amanda@stfrancisgreensboro.org.

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C O N F I R M A T I O N

The Book of Common Prayer defines the rite of Confirmation as "a mature public affirmation of

faith and commitment to the responsibilities of Baptism." Confirmation signifies the passage into

adulthood within the Church, and we want our confirmands to be able to make adult decisions

about their faith and their involvement in their parish.

Taking this as our foundation, we are excited for this year's Confirmation class to begin this fall.

The class will be open to any person in at least the 9th grade. We will be using the "Confirm not

Conform" curriculum, which emphasizes the need and right of youth to forge their own faith

identity. This curriculum will include 16 sessions, and a retreat. We will begin on October 12th,

and we will meet in the Library from noon-1:30pm each Sunday. Lunch will be provided, and

parents will be asked to pay $75 for the cost of lunch for the year. We will not meet as regularly

scheduled on Parish Hall Eucharist Sundays (first Sunday of each month), but will instead use

those Sundays as make-up days for those who have missed sessions.

Traditionally, our Confirmation class has included a retreat. While the details of this year's retreat

are not yet settled, parents can anticipate a retreat one of the last weekends in March. I look

forward to this new and exciting Confirmation program, and will be happy to answer any

questions. Full details, including a detailed schedule and an outline of norms, expectations, and

goals will be further discussed at the October 12th session, where **parents are asked to attend

with their youth.** If you would like to sign up a youth for the Confirmation class, please email

me at amanda@stfrancisgreensboro.org or call me at the church office at 336-288-4721, ext.13.

Blessings,

Amanda Harmon

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O P P O R T U N I T I E S F O R D I S C H I P L E S H I P

Nursery Care (Ages 0-3) is available beginning at 9:00 and runs through the 10:30 Service.

Sundays during the 10:30 Service Children: (PreK-5th Grade) Classroom

#9,10/12 . The children will join the congrega-

tion at the Peace before Communion.

Sundays 9:15-10:15 am Children's Chapel: (PreK-5th Grade) Sanctuary

Middle School Class: St. Mike’s

Coffee Talk: (High School) Classroom #3

Adults - Forum: Parish Hall

September 7th:

Bishop Anne Hodges-Copple will kick off our fall Adult Forum series

September 14th, 21st, 28th:

The Rev. Michael Moulden will lead series on a Biblical understanding of marriage and

the family. He invites you to come hear and share. It should be fun and challenging!

EFM ANYONE?

My father was a Marine in WWII, a side benefit of that is a wide range of vocabulary! But one

of the slogans for the Corps used to be that we want a few good men. Well as one well known

author once said, 'A good man is hard to find.' Extra points if you know the answer, all Darnell's

are excluded from this offer!

But I digress. For over 30 years I have been a mentor in the EFM program sponsored by The

University of the South. I have had groups in every parish I have served. Education for Ministry

is by far the best adult Christian Education program I have ever seen. Why? Because while

there is an important educational component in which participants learn a great deal of what I

learned in seminary about Scripture, tradition, history, liturgics, theology, and ethics, it is an

opportunity to learn how to think Theologically...to see life through the lenses of Jesus' eyes. It

is an opportunity to grow, to be transformed, reshaped by God in community and to have fun

doing it.

So back to the Marine metaphor. I am looking for 3-4 people who might be interested in being

changed and transformed by God and by participating in my EFM group on Tuesdays from

12:30 -2:30pm. EFM is not designed for those who wish to go to seminary and be a deacon,

priest, or bishop. EFM is designed to educate people for living, for living a normal everyday life

in which one learns how to see the sacred clothed in ordinary garments, how to live as a disciple

of Jesus, and how to bring Christian knowledge to bear on the decisions and little actions of our

lives.

Interested? Call me at the office, 288-4721 or on my cell, 404-1951, or email me

at michael@stfrancisgreensboro.org. I will be glad to tell you more! ~ Michael

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A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

BISHOPS VISIT

On Sunday September 7th the Rt. Rev. Anne Hodges-Copple

will be with us for her first visit with St. Francis. She will

preach and celebrate at both Services and lead the Adult

Forum at 9:15am. As part of the Bishop's visit and the kick

off of our fall program year we will enjoy some special music

during communion as voice and violin will meet in the song

The Voice. The violinist will also join in other music

offerings of the day. After the 10:30am Service we will have

a reception in her honor that will be followed by a lunch

meeting with the Vestry.

PARISH WIDE SPAGHETTI LUNCH AND MISSION TRIP FUNDRAISER

EYC invites you to come to a Spaghetti Lunch on Sunday, September 21st right after the

10:30am Service, in the Parish Hall. We will have lunch and discuss the recent Mission

Trips to several local organizations and to Glory Ridge. Mission trips are always a blessing

to those served and those serving, and we would love to share our story of service with you!

The Spaghetti Lunch also functions as a fundraiser for the EYC, so that we can continue to

go on our Annual Mission Trips and be the hands and feet of Christ in our communities.

ALL YOUTH need to be present at this event!

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PARISH PICNIC

On September 14th we invite the entire Parish to gather together

for a Lunch on the Lawn, immediately following the 10:30am

Service, to kick off our church year as a community. There will

be food, games, kid activities, prizes and plenty of fellowship.

Hotdogs/hamburgers and beverages will be provided by the Fel-

lowship Committee. We ask that each family attending bring a

side or a dessert to share, please drop off in the Parish Hall

Kitchen. Although we’ll have a few tables and chairs set up,

please bring your own chairs or blankets for the best dining ex-

perience. Canned food donations for the Urban Ministry will be

welcome. Our lunch will proceed, rain or shine.

FELLOWSHIP COMMITTEE

Our fellowship committee is working to create

more opportunities for us to spend time as a

community, while enjoying a variety of social

activities. Building on the success of last year we

are scheduling some more great opportunities for

fellowship within our church community this

coming year, some repeats and some new.

Amongst other things, we have plans already in the

works this year for the Parish Picnic, Karoake/

Poker night, Parents night out, parish Christmas

carol gathering and a continuation of the dinner

clubs. If you have any ideas or suggestions on

events, outings or opportunities for fellowship this

coming year, please contact

parishlife@stfrancisgreensboro.org Read your

weekly E-mail express or follow us on Facebook

A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

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Unique arts & crafts, pottery, metal sculpture, wreaths, jewelry, gourmet food, quilts, origi-

nal art, stationary, hand crafted furniture, home décor, ornaments, tote bags, photography,

chicken pies & more!

Table rentals benefit St. Francis Day School.

www.stfrancisgreensboro.org

St. Francis Day School

invites you to our Annual

Holiday Market Saturday, December 6th

10 am until 3 pm

FREE ADMISSION

A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

HEAVEN HELP US

If you have a musical talent of any sort (Guitar, vocals, spoons, tu-

ba….) and are looking for a chance to share it, our church band

needs you. Heaven Help Us meets once/week to practice and pro-

vides musical leadership at the Parish Hall Eucharist at 9:15 on the

first Sunday of each month, starting in October. We are actively

recruiting new members to join our band this year. All ages, musi-

cal instruments and talent levels welcome. Please contact Jay Bren-

nan at jbrennan@triad.rr.com for more information.

ACOLYTING

Ages 11 through adulthood: Your opportunity to serve!

The ministry of acolytes is a time-honored tradition of the Episcopal Church.

Acolytes assist the priest and help lead the congregation through the service.

St. Francis is now recruiting acolytes to begin serving, stating this fall. Sched-

uling can be arranged for families (up to 4) to serve together. Training classes

will be held in September, beginning with September 7th at 4:30 p.m. in the

Nave. If you are interested in this ministry, please contact Lynda Cook at 312

-2681 or LyndaKay123@aol.com.

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A R O U N D S T . F R A N C I S

JUNIOR CHOIR IS COMING!!

Junior Choir will begin rehearsals on Sunday, September 7th at

4:30 pm. All young people from grades 3 – 12 are invited to join.

No experience is necessary and there are no auditions. We re-

hearse on Sunday afternoons and sing during the 10:30am Ser-

vice several times a year. This is a wonderful opportunity for

children to become a part of our worship service while learning

how to use both the hymnal and the Book of Common Prayer.

They also learn how to play handbells and how to follow a musi-

cal part. As you are making plans for your children’s school year

activities, please think about including participation in the Junior

Choir. It can provide a real and lasting connection to our church.

If you have more questions, please call Jane Woody at 855-3884.

ALL-PARISH WORKDAYS

We will be holding our Autumn Work Days

on November 1st, November 15th and December

13th this year. This is your opportunity to pitch

in and help spruce up the St. Francis campus. We

will be clearing leaves, cleaning up the flower

beds and transplanting some border plants to

make everything look neater and more uniform.

Please bring pruning saws, leaf rakes, shovels,

trowels and work gloves if you have them. We'll

meet for a light breakfast and fellowship at 8:30,

work from 9:00 to 12:00 and break for lunch

THE VESTRY NOMINATING COMMITTEE

The Vestry Nominating Committee is meeting to identify nominees for the 2015 Vestry

Class. If you have interest, please contact either Jim Cox (545-4385 - jt.vhcox@att.net) or

Claudia Reich (339-6224 - claudiareich@triad.rr.com).

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C H A P T E R S I N O U R L I V E S

DEATHS:

Patricia Walters, parishioner Daisy Cavdish Scott, aunt of Norma Robertson

Henry Fort, father of Melissa Fort Buchelli Pete Johns, uncle of Joe Slone

F R I E N D S F R O M S T F R A N C I S

O U T R E A C H R E Q U E S T

Clean out your closet and donate your old shoes!

Do you have old shoes sitting in your closet that you have not worn in the past year? Have your

children out grown their shoes and you are trying to decide what to do with them? Backpack

Beginnings is collecting all types of shoes! Men's women's, children, sandals, heels, boots, -you

name them we can use them. They will keep the best children's shoes for their clothing pantry and

the rest will go to Funds2Org. Funds2Org will pay us for the shoes donated, distribute them to 3rd

world countries. With the money earned, Backpack Beginnings will buy SMOD (Standard Mode

of Dress) clothing for the children in need in the 38 Guilford County Schools that require SMOD.

Urban Ministry Food Bank

The Urban Ministry Food Bank needs our help! The Outreach Committee is requesting each of us

to bring non-perishable food items this Sunday to the Parish Hall Eucharist. We will have a

collection box in the courtyard. Financial donations are also appreciated. Please send donations

directly to Greensboro Urban Ministry Food Bank at 305 West Lee Street, Greensboro, NC

27406. Help us feed the hungry in our community!

When St Francis has a death in its parish family, many special people step up to help in

this time of need. One of those groups on call is the Friends From St Francis. Working

closely with Father Michael, we can provide a visitation usually the night before a funeral,

provide house sitters and ushers during a funeral, plan and host a simple reception for the

family after the funeral, deliver a “We Care Basket”, stocked with items that can help

when the houseguests come, extend condolences with a note, and continue to be in touch

throughout the year.

How can you help? Be on call to provide cookies, help with a Reception or Visitation,

house sit, usher or deliver a basket. If you would like to be a part of this meaningful min-

istry, there is a place for you. Contact Carol Shearin at 288-9519

carshearin@hotmail.com, Andrea Knupp at 282-1434 rekrock@aol.com.

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Michael has been in contact with the Diocese regarding the Assistant Rector position. A

search committee has been formed consisting of Jim Tanner, Claudia Reich, Kris Cooke, and

Susan Tysinger to support Michael in the discernment process of calling an Assistant

Priest. Paul Crowell has graciously agreed to help with services though September while we

are searching.

Day School enrollment has increased from last year and all are looking forward to a positive

year.

Bishop Suffragan Anne Hodges-Copple will be here on September 7th to preach and

celebrate at the 8:00am and 10:30am services. She will lead the Adult Forum and there will

be a reception in her honor after the 10:30am service. The Bishop will meet with the Vestry

following the reception for conversation.

The Parish Picnic will take place on September 14th after the 10:30am service. Will be fun

for kids and adults!!

V E S T R Y H I G H L I G H T S

T E N N I S S O C I A L

The Tennis Social was scheduled…then re-scheduled to August 10…then the courts were too wet

to play on! But the social played on!!

S T . F R A N C I S E P I S C O P A L C H U R C H A Parish of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina

The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry, Bishop

The Rt. Rev. Anne Hodges-Copple, Bishop Suffragan

P A R I S H S T A F F

ST. FRANCIS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 3506 Lawndale Drive

Greensboro, NC 27408

The Rev. Michael Moulden, Rector

Amanda Harmon, Director of Children's and

Youth Ministry

Rae Augustin, Day School Director

Sam Doyle, Choir Director

Pat Copley, Organist

Jane Woody, Junior Choir Director

Linda Allgood, Parish Administrator

Bonnie Thyer, Communications Coordinator

Linda Lambe, Bookkeeper

Ken Cressman, Facilities Manager

Rigoberto Bautista, Custodian

On the web at: www.stfrancisgreensboro.org

Phone 336-288-4721 Fax 336-288-4760

St. Francis Day School 336-288-4740