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The Tentmaker
A Message from Thack
April 6. 2016
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Daphne, Alabama
Alleluia. Christ is risen! As Christians, we are so blessed that Jesus conquered death
and rose from the grave Easter day. It assures us of our own resurrection to eternal life with
God. Yet, there are so many who cannot wrap their minds around such a concept. They see all
life as finite and cannot look beyond the grave to something more than their rational minds can
fathom. Admittedly, I once struggled with this reality in my younger years and at some point,
had ruled it out as a possibility. The irony of my own spiritual journey was that the older and
more educated I got, the more I came to realize how little I actually knew.
It is comforting to know that I was not unique in this sense. Many of us go through those
periods when, after a couple of courses in philosophy and physics, we believe we have amassed
the wisdom of the ages. In this attitude of self-deception, we forget that education is not the
same as knowledge, and knowledge is not a substitute for faith. That’s why I am encouraged
when I read how brilliant, logical, and highly educated people had their own epiphanies and
experienced the reality of the living God in their lives. C. S. Lewis is a good example.
But there have been others who, in their own way, came to accept the reality of life
beyond this existence. One notable example was the late Dr. Wernher von Braun. Arguing for
the continued existence of the soul, his idea lead to a logical reinforcement to the reality of the
resurrection. In this connection, Dr. Von Braun wrote: “Many people seem to feel that science
has somehow made ‘religious ideas’ untimely or old fashioned. But I think science has a real
surprise for skeptics. Science, for instance, tells us that nothing in nature, not even the tiniest
particle, can disappear without a trace. Nature does not know extinction. All it knows is
transformation. Now if God applies this fundamental principle of indestructibility to the most
minute and insignificant parts of His universe, does it not make sense to assume that He
applies it to the human soul? I think it does. And everything science has taught me and
continues to teach me strengthens my belief in the continuity of our spiritual existence after
death. Nothing disappears without a trace.”1
For me, the resurrection is an absolute reality. It is the ultimate gift from a gracious God
who loves us even when we think He doesn’t exist. Thanks be to God that our souls will not
disappear without a trace. Happy Easter!
Peace, Thack
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1 Originally published in Reader’s Digest, June 1960, cited in The Book of Jesus,
Calvin Miller, ed., (Simon & Schuster, 1996), p. 472.
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Dear Friends,
Thank you to everyone for their thoughts and prayers during my illness. Thank
you for all the cards, flowers and food. A special thanks to New Song for learning some of
the old gospel songs of my childhood and coming by the house for my very own concert.
Please continue keeping me in your daily prayers.
Peace,
Scott Morrow
Sunday School Class on Prayer starting April 10 for 5 sessions.
Matthew 6:6. “But when you pray, go into your inner room, close your door and pray to your
Father who is in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”
Do you pray in secret as Matthew suggests? Are your prayers always answered, sometimes
answered, or never answered? And what is the “answer” anyway?
The recent film “The War Room” tackled these and other questions about prayer. Regardless
of whether you have seen the film or not, this Sunday school class provides some insight from
the film to help develop a plan for praying effectively. It does not guarantee all your prayers
will be answered, but does offer ways to grow your prayer life. Short film clips from the movie
bring “real life” situations to bear on praying and spiritual development. Whether or not you
are content with how you pray, this class offers Bible-based strategies to improve and en-
hance your prayer time.
Please, come and join us at 9:15 in Malone Hall; have some coffee and donuts and join with
other parishioners in a thought provoking and useful 45 minutes on Sunday morning.
Questions? E-mail or call Mark Costlow, Facilitator. [email protected]; 391-1299.
Thank You!
Holy Week was wonderful and would not have happened without the help of the many
volunteers and employees who faithfully offered their time and talents. My special thanks go
out to Phyllis Bruce, Elizabeth Kaye and the Altar Guild who prepared the altar for the many
services; to Rebecca Dyson, Mickie Baria and the Flower Guild who made the worship space
and narthex so beautiful; to Joan McKnight and the many volunteers who lovingly care for our
beautiful courtyard; to Jeanne Alton and the Cooking Ministry for all they do; the parish staff,
especially Mary Alice, Terri, Joan, Elizabeth, and Mark for their enormous help; to Paul
Anderson and the Choir and Clay Rankin and New Song who practiced long and hard to make
the music so wonderful for all the services; to Howard Wilson for his abiding presence and help
when needed, including his Holy Fire on Holy Saturday; to Gaye Wilson and the vestry for their
help throughout the week; to the acolytes, servers, lectors, chalice ministers, ushers, greeters,
Vergers, and Lay Eucharistic Visitors, who helped to make the worship services so special; to
Elizabeth Faust, Linda McNamara and the volunteers who put on another successful Seder
Meal on Tuesday of Holy Week. Finally, I want to thank our Bishop, Russell Kendrick, for mak-
ing Confirmation on the night of the Easter Vigil so joyous and memorable. It was truly a
HOLY WEEK! Thack
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THRIFT STORE VOLUNTEERS: The Celebration of Giving Tea will be Sunday, April
17th at 2:00 PM. This is our annual event where we give the checks to the community
organizations we sponsor. If you have attended before you know what a special day this is for
us. If not it is your opportunity to see where all the dedication and love we give to the Thrift
Shop goes. Don't miss this event, but we need to know you are coming. Sign up in the Thrift
Store or call them at 626 6102 by April 14th. See you there.
No Age Limit Prime Timers (a.k.a. NAL Prime Timers)
To interested parties of all ages: Reach for the stars! On Monday, April 18, we will gather at noon in Malone Hall for lunch and a stellar presentation by David Hale. Really! David has graciously agreed to share with us some of his knowledge of astronomy. Please join us for lunch (requested $8.00 donation) and stimulating conversation. RSVP to Vivian Silliman if you'd like to attend... So we will have an idea of how much lunch to prepare. [email protected] 315-727-2963
WANTED!
6 or 8 oz Canning Jars!
To use both for Sunday Sweet Sales
& Holiday Shoppe sales in November.
Leave in Kitchen in Malone Hall or give to me.
Thank you!
Airrior Norwood
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
Many thanks to everyone who brought food for our
Ecumenical Ministries Pantry in March!
You are very generous.
Airrior Norwood, Chairman
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VESTRY AND
OFFICERS
Term Ending
December 31, 2016
Bill Harrison
Columbus Posey
Michael Turnipseed
Gaye Wilson, Sr. Warden
Chase Jackson and
Ben Turnipseed
Youth Representatives
December 31, 2017
Donna Brown
Nancy Dziubakowski
Tim Michael
Howard Wilson,
Jr. Warden
December 31, 2018
Roxanna Carpenter
Davis Daniel
Jim Jackson
Janet Norman
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Martha Lathan,
Clerk of the Vestry
Airrior Norwood,
Treasurer
ST. PAUL’S SERVICES:
Sunday Worship Holy Eucharist, Rite I
8:00 am
Christian Education
(Life Center and Malone Hall)
For Children and Adults
9:15 am
Holy Eucharist, Rite II
10:30 am
Wednesday Worship Holy Eucharist, Rite I
7:00 am
Holy Eucharist, Rite II
with Healing Service
Wednesday
12:00 pm (Noon)
3rd Thursday of each month
Taize Prayer
(Narthex)
7:00 pm
BIBLE STUDIES
Sunday Christian Education
(Life Center and Malone Hall)
For Children and Adults
9:15 am
Tuesday Men’s Bible Study
(Malone Hall)
7:00 am
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
(Library)
10:30 am
Great Wednesday
(Malone Hall)
6:00 pm
Potluck Supper and Study
Youth News
Wednesday, April 6: Wednesday Night Live 5:30-7:30 AAJ (3rd-5th grade) and JR High
(6th-8th grade)
Sunday, April 10: JR High 4:30-6:00, SR High 5:30-7:00
Sunday, April 17: JR High 4:30-6:00, SR High 5:30-7:00
VBS Volunteers are needed!
We are already preparing for VBS and MAD CAMP. It is time to sign up if you would like to
volunteer! We will need adult volunteers as well as youth volunteers, ages 12 and up! Vacation
Bible School dates are June 13th through 16th and MAD CAMP dates are June 6th, 8th, and
10th. Vacation Bible School will be held for children ages 3 (must be potty trained) and up.
Sign up sheets will be available in the narthex or contact me, Elizabeth Faust, at 626-2421 or
Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who volunteered and attended the Seder Meal this year. It was a fun
and meaningful evening—and each of you made it special.
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Prayer Requests
Immediate prayer requests:
Scott Morrow, Ruth Skaggs, Gene Stealey, Joseph Strahan, Charles Strange, Marian Wickwire
Ongoing prayer requests:
Bob Acosta, Paul and Ellie Anderson, Allison Badurak, Jean Bolton, Amiel Brinkley, Joanna Broussard, Erin Burns, Dawn Cort, Jerry DeLoney, Corky Ellard, Carol Frush, Tommy Hayes, Theresa Johnson, Mary Lanaux Katsman, Carol Keeney, Lorna Kingsbury, Ed Kirby, Olen Lambert, Hunter Lee, Dick McBride, Joe Och, Kaygan Pologruto, Shannon Rutledge, Marcia Rydin, Eda Claire Slabaugh, Margaret Solberger, Phyllis Springen, Steven Stack, Jed Steber, Albert Thompson, Sally Thornton, Bill Waid, Margaret Waller, Jane Watkins, Mary Lou Williams, Caroline Yearty
For the departed: Cleveland Thomason
For those serving in the military:
Matthew Cheatham, Sam D’Addio, Michael Duchesne, Christopher Dukarm, Chris Evans, Diana Evans, Landis Fouts, Deron Frailie, George Garner, Steven Grey, Matthew Harris, Rusty Henry, Karen Hubley, Daniel James, Matt Jones, Chris Lessard, David McMillan, Kyle McSpadden, Patrick Mong, Bryan Quinn, Neil Quinn, Justin P. Ramsey, Derek Siegel, Tim Tucker, Andy Tuttle, James Wallin
For those with birthdays:
April 1-30
(01) Barbara James, Sarah Helton, (02) Nancy Ursprung, (03) Jesse Randolph, (04) Kit Caffey, Rosemary Greene, Reese Trucks, (05) Elizabeth Kaye, (06) Bobby Brown, (07) Pascal Brousseau, David Baldock, Debby Movelle, (08) Julie Martin, Alexandra Brousseau, (10) Jonathan Wolfrom, (11) Marilyn Owens, Will Alves, (12) Timothy Turpen, Kate Brueggemann, (13) Julia Morgan, Roxana Gaston, Emory Erdman, (14) Marie Baggett, Maggie Heyworth, Clayton McGirl, James Pittman, III, (15) Traci Johnson, Margie Kelley, (16) Joan Peterson, Linda Mong, Kirk Bunger, Barclay Brown, James Pittman, Jr., Steven Green, (17) Sophie Walker, (18) Linda Ellis, David Hale, Jr., (19) Leslie Johnson, Jim Smith, Benjamin Nash, (22) Aleta Dasinger, Michael Odom, Ward Faust, Felicity Briones, (23) Rochelle Robinson, Ken McNamara, Alastair Henry, Edith Henry, Lance Monley, Kent Hendricks, Caleb Koepp, (24) Kay Taylor, Katherine Hurley, Ian Anderson, (25) Joseph Dalto, IV, Clara-Catherine McDonald, (26) Toni Turpen,(27) Pat Carter, Tom Walker, (28) Mary Frances McKibbon, Ann Stone, John Bryant, Noah Dasinger,(29) Lloyd Gardner, Evan Watson, Daniel Brown (30) Allison Nieto
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St . Paul ’s Episcopal Church 28788 North Main Street
Daphne, Alabama 36526
The Rev. Thack H. Dyson, Rector
The Rev. Mary Al ice Mathison , Curate
Paul Anderson , Church Musician
E l izabeth Faust , Christ ian Education
Terri McMil lan , Administrat ive Assistant
Joan McKnight , Staff Assistant
Mark Cost low , Li fe Center Sexton
Mary Haulard , Preschool —251-626-2774
Of f ice Hours 8 :00 a .m.—4:30 p .m. (Monday-Thursday)
8 :00 a .m. — Noon (Friday)
Church Telephone: 251 -626 -2421 Fax: 251-626 -2456
E -mai l : s [email protected]
Thri f t Shop Telephone: 251 -626-6102
We worship together as we seek God, serve God ,
and share God with love and acceptance for all.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
28788 North Main Street
Daphne, Alabama 36526
Return Service Requested
US Postage Paid
Non Profit
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Daphne, AL
36526
