St. Nicholas-on-the-Hudson
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Church of St. Nicholas-on-the-Hudson
37 Point St
New Hamburg, NY 12590
845-297-2010
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This Sunday August 20, 2017

8/18/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost  
August 20, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

CONFIRMATION CLASSES BEGIN THIS SUNDAY! 
Confirmation classes will begin this Sunday, August 20th following coffee hour. Lunch will be provided. Please let Mtr. Leigh know about any dietary restrictions ASAP or if you would like to volunteer to provide lunch for our class. Here is our complete course schedule:
8/20: 11:30a - 1:30p
8/27: 11:30a - 1:30p
9/10: 12:30p - 2:30p (note time change due to acolyte and Eucharistic Minister training)
9/17: 11:30a - 1:30p
9/24: 11:30a - 1:30p
[9/27: 7p - 9p - make-up date if needed]
10/1: Bishop Glasspool's visitation with Confirmations, 10am service
 
PREPARATION FOR FALL "ROTA"
We have begun drafting the Fall ROTA. If there are Sundays that you know you will not be here, please let us know by contacting the church office.

SAVE THE DATES: UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. NICK'S
Youth Sunday School Begins - September 10th
Acolyte & Eucharistic Minister Training - September 10th
Read-A-Thon Closing Ceremony -  September 17th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
Feast of St. Francis w/ pet blessing - October 15th
Rector Installation & Celebration of New Ministry - October 21st 
St. Nick's Church Fair & Organ Recital - November 18th

SUNDAY SCHOOL RESUMES
Mark your calendars for Sundae Sunday and the start of Children's Sunday School on September 10th during the 10a service! There will be a special treat that Sunday during coffee hour: make-your-own ice cream sundae bar! It's Sundae Sunday!

ACOLYTE & EUCHARISTIC MINISTER (EM) TRAINING
Liz Pavelka will lead a training of both acolytes and EMs (who sometimes need to serve as acolytes) on Sunday, September 10th from 11:30 to 12:30. This training is an appropriate refresher for current acolytes and EMs and for those who are new to these roles. Age nine is the minimum age for acolytes.  FALL "ROTA" We have begun drafting the Fall ROTA. If there are Sundays that you know you will not be here, please let us know by contacting the church office.

LOVE INC. PERSONAL CARE PANTRY 
Let's help our neighbors in need! July and August are the months that St. Nick's makes our push for pantry supplies. It's as easy as picking up an extra tooth paste, dish soap, paper towels or anything on the following list while your already at the store. Items can be dropped in the LOVE INC. box at the back of the church. If we all give one item we can stock the shelves in no time!
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS
Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

PASTORAL MINISTRY 
If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

"ROTA" THROUGH AUGUST IS HERE 
Please remember if you cannot honor your commitment to serve, the list of available readers and servers is located at the beginning of the posted ROTA so you can find a replacement.

COFFEE HOUR 
Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN 
Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY 
Click here for the online version of the directory.

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 20th
9 am
Reader - Joe Haubrich
Server - Leeann Haubrich
10 am
Reader - Janine Gauzza 
Reader - Colin Cuite   
Server - Maria Wainwright 
Acolyte - Jackson Wainwright 
Altar Guild - Debra Evans    
Alms Counters - Debra E. & Dale C.
Sunday School - No Sunday School
Coffee Hour - Needed 
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This Sunday August 13, 2017

8/11/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost  
August 13, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

HELLO PARISHIONERS -  I hope all of you have been enjoying the Summer and getting excited for many festivities St. Nick's has planned for the Fall. Below you will find our schedule of upcoming events so you can "save the dates". Hope to see you there!

UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. NICK'S
Youth Sunday School Begins - September 10th
Acolyte & Eucharistic Minister Training - September 10th
Read-A-Thon Closing Ceremony -  September 17th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
Rector Installation & Celebration of New Ministry - October 21st 
St. Nick's Church Fair - November 18th

CONFIRMATION CLASS 2017
Confirmation classes will begin next Sunday, August 20th following coffee hour. Lunch will be provided. Please let Mtr. Leigh know about any dietary restrictions ASAP or if you would like to volunteer to provide lunch for our class. The location is TBD, but we hope to hold some of the classes at the yacht club and other places; we will let course participants/parents know once those details are solidified. Here is our complete course schedule:
8/20: 11:30a - 1:30p
8/27: 11:30a - 1:30p
9/10: 12:30p - 2:30p (note time change due to acolyte and Eucharistic Minister training)
9/17: 11:30a - 1:30p
9/24: 11:30a - 1:30p
[9/27: 7p - 9p - make-up date if needed]
A special thank you to Deb Evans for her help with confirmation classes. Please contact Mtr. Leigh with any questions you may have about classes. 
10/1: Bishop Glasspool's visitation with Confirmations, 10am service

SUNDAY SCHOOL BEGINS
Mark your calendars for Sundae Sunday and the start of Children's Sunday School on September 10th during the 10a service! There will be a special treat that Sunday during coffee hour: an make-your-own ice cream sundae bar! It's Sundae Sunday!

ACOLYTE & EUCHARISTIC MINISTER (EM) TRAINING
Liz Pavelka will lead a training of both acolytes and EMs (who sometimes need to serve as acolytes) on Sunday, September 10th from 11:30 to 12:30. This training is an appropriate refresher for current acolytes and EMs and for those who are new to these roles. Age nine is the minimum age for acolytes.  FALL "ROTA" We have begun drafting the Fall ROTA. If there are Sundays that you know you will not be here, please let us know by contacting the church office.

LOVE INC. PERSONAL CARE PANTRY 
Let's help our neighbors in need! July and August are the months that St. Nick's makes our push for pantry supplies. It's as easy as picking up an extra tooth paste, dish soap, paper towels or anything on the following list while your already at the store. Items can be dropped in the LOVE INC. box at the back of the church. If we all give one item we can stock the shelves in no time!
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS
Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

PASTORAL MINISTRY 
If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

"ROTA" THROUGH AUGUST IS HERE 
Please remember if you cannot honor your commitment to serve, the list of available readers and servers is located at the beginning of the posted ROTA so you can find a replacement.

COFFEE HOUR 
Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN 
Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY 
Click here for the online version of the directory.

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 13th
9 am
Reader - Leeann Haubrich
Server - Polly Myhrum
10 am
Reader - Edie Palm 
Reader - Jennifer Klein   
Server - Liz Pavelka 
Acolyte - Joshua Klein 
Altar Guild - Barbara Giaimo    
Alms Counters - Dale C. & Janine G.
Sunday School - No Sunday School
Coffee Hour - Needed 
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This Sunday August 6, 2017

8/3/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S
Transfiguration of Our Lord Jesus Christ
August 6, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

MANY THANKS to Joan Freeman for inviting Maya Hennebery of Zion Church to share her photos and experiences from her recent trip to Haiti. We would also like to thank Joan for her leadership of the summer Read-a-thon fundraiser that benefits the children of Darbonne. Keep on reading kids!

PREPARATION FOR FALL "ROTA" We have begun drafting the Fall ROTA. If there are Sundays that you know you will not be here, please let us know by contacting the church office.

NEXT VESTRY MEETING is on Wednesday, August 9th at 7:30pm.

LOVE INC. PERSONAL CARE PANTRY Let's help our neighbors in need! July and August are the months that St. Nick's makes our push for pantry supplies. It's as easy as picking up an extra tooth paste, dish soap, paper towels or anything on the following list while your already at the store. Items can be dropped in the LOVE INC. box at the back of the church. If we all give one item we can stock the shelves in no time!
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS FOR VBS OUTREACH PROJECT 
We will continue to collect general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children worked on during VBS. Listed are the items needed:
Boxes of crayons, pencils, colored pencils, markers, rulers, notebooks, binders, loose leaf, glue sticks / tape, little pencil sharpeners, erasers, highlighter, pencil cases, kid safe scissors. Anything that you can donate is greatly appreciated. Please place your donations in the "VBS" basket located in the back of the church.

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

"ROTA" THROUGH AUGUST IS HERE Please remember if you cannot honor your commitment to serve, the list of available readers and servers is located at the beginning of the posted ROTA so you can find a replacement.

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory.


SAVE THE DATE: ST. NICK'S EVENTS
Vestry Meeting - August 9th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
St. Nick's Church Fair - November 18th

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY AUGUST 6th
9 am
Reader - George or Vicki Kolb
Server - Mark Liebermann
10 am
Reader - Beth Devine 
Reader - Aidan Cuite   
Server - Liz Pavelka 
Acolyte - Elizabeth Cuite 
Altar Guild - Polly Myhrum    
Alms Counters - Mary H. & Jack P.
Sunday School - No Sunday School
Coffee Hour - Needed ​
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This Sunday July 30, 2017

7/28/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost - Proper 12
July 30, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

THIS SUNDAY... "FRIENDS OF DARBONNE"
PRESENTATION W/ SPECIAL GUEST
This Sunday, July 30th, Maya Hennebery will join us during coffee hour to share photos and stories of her and Mtr. Magdalene's recent trip to Darbonne, Haiti. Please plan to attend! This is a great time to learn more about "Friends of Darbonne" and how our donations to this organization are being used. Parishioners: It's not to late to sponsor a child; just let them know you would like to sponsor them. To all of the children participating in this fundraiser..Keep up the good work!

LOCAL EVENT: EPISCOPALIANS IN THE PARK Come out and join Mtr. Leigh for the Episcopalians in the Park event TOMORROW, July 29th at St. Luke's in Beacon, 850 Wolcott Ave. This is a Fun-loving event where you will get to mingle with local Episcopalians while enjoying good food, music and games. If you are interested in attending, please contact Mtr. Leigh.
 
FINANCE COMMITTEE Next meeting is on Wednesday, August 2nd at 7pm.

NEXT VESTRY MEETING is on Wednesday, August 9th at 7:30pm.

LOVE INC. PERSONAL CARE PANTRY Let's help our neighbors in need! July and August are the months that St. Nick's makes our push for pantry supplies. It's as easy as picking up an extra tooth paste, dish soap, paper towels or anything on the following list while your already at the store. Items can be dropped in the LOVE INC. box at the back of the church. If we all give one item we can stock the shelves in no time!
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS FOR VBS OUTREACH PROJECT 
We will continue to collect general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children worked on during VBS. Listed are the items needed:
Boxes of crayons, pencils, colored pencils, markers, rulers, notebooks, binders, loose leaf, glue sticks / tape, little pencil sharpeners, erasers, highlighter, pencil cases, kid safe scissors. Anything that you can donate is greatly appreciated. Please place your donations in the "VBS" basket located in the back of the church.

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

"ROTA" IS AVAILABLE HERE If  there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory.


 SAVE THE DATE: ST. NICK'S EVENTS
"Friends of Darbonne" Presentation w/ Special Guests - July 30th
Vestry Meeting - August 9th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
St. Nick's Church Fair - November 18th

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JULY 30th
9 am
Reader - Cheryl Lange
Server - Leeann Haubrich
10 am
Reader - Paul Stasaitis 
Reader - Rick Levitt   
Server - Paul Conrad 
Acolyte - Lily Stasaitis 
Altar Guild - Liz Pavelka    
Alms Counters - Greg F. & Ed S.
Sunday School - No Sunday School
Coffee Hour - Outreach Committee 
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This Sunday July 23, 2017

7/20/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S   
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 23, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

ANOTHER GREAT WEEK OF VBS AT ST. NICK'S Thank you to all the volunteers who helped out at Vacation Bible School last week. It was a fun-filled week of learning how to be kind to our neighbors and give back to our community. The children learned "Love One Another," a beautiful anthem that they will sing as our Offertory this Sunday.

ALTAR FLOWERS THIS SUNDAY Have been donated by Jackie Ruf in memory of Lottie Wood. 

"FRIENDS OF DARBONNE" PRESENTATION W/ SPECIAL GUESTS Next Sunday, July 30th, Maya Hennebery and Mother Magdalene (from Zion Church) will join us during coffee hour to share photos and stories from their recent trip to Darbonne, Haiti. This is a great time to learn more about "Friends of Darbonne" and how our donations this organization are being used. Parishioners: It's not to late to sponsor a child for the Summer Read-a-thon just let them know you would like to sponsor. To all of the children participating in this fundraiser..Keep up the good work!

LOVE INC. PERSONAL CARE PANTRY Let's help our neighbors in need! July and August are the months that St. Nick's makes our push for pantry supplies. It's as easy as picking up an extra tooth paste, dish soap, paper towels or anything on the following list while your already at the store. Items can be dropped in the LOVE INC. box at the back of the church. If we all give one item we can stock the shelves in no time!
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS FOR VBS OUTREACH PROJECT 
We will continue to collect general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children worked on during VBS. Listed are the items needed:
Boxes of crayons, pencils, colored pencils, markers, rulers, notebooks, binders, loose leaf, glue sticks / tape, little pencil sharpeners, erasers, highlighter, pencil cases, kid safe scissors. Anything that you can donate is greatly appreciated. Please place your donations in the "VBS" basket located in the back of the church.

LOCAL EVENT: EPISCOPALIANS IN THE PARK Come out and join Mtr. Leigh for the Episcopalians in the Park event on July 29th at St. Luke's in Beacon, 850 Wolcott Ave. This is a Fun-loving event where you will get to mingle with local Episcopalians while enjoying good food, music and games. If you are interested in attending, let Mtr. Leigh know by July 23rd so we can RSVP.
 
PROPERTY COMMITTEE MEETING is this coming Monday, July 24th at 7pm. Meeting will be held in St. Nick's in the undercroft. If there is anyone interested in getting involved with this committee please come an join us at this or any meeting.

NEXT VESTRY MEETING is on Wednesday, August 9th at 7:30pm.

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

SUMMER "ROTA" IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE If  there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory.

SAVE THE DATE: ST. NICK'S EVENTS
"Friends of Darbonne" Presentation w/ Special Guests - July 30th
Vestry Meeting - August 9th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
St. Nick's Church Fair - November 18th

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JULY 23rd
9 am
Reader - Needed
Server - Melanie Hexel
10 am
Reader - Ed Sayago 
Reader - Grace Wainwright   
Server - Maria Wainwright  
Acolyte - Tyler Jornov  
Altar Guild - Leeann Haubrich    
Alms Counters - Paul C. & Christine A.
Sunday School - No Sunday School
Coffee Hour - Needed 
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THIS SUNDAY JULY 16, 2017

7/14/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S     
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 16, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

SAVE THE DATE: ST. NICK'S EVENTS
Vestry Meeting - August 9th
Parish Picnic at the Freeman's - September 17th
Bishop's visit with Confirmations - October 1st
Pig Pickin' - October 14th
St. Nick's Church Fair - November 18th

~EPISCOPALIANS IN THE PARK~
Come out and join Mtr. Leigh for the Episcopalians in the Park event on July 29th at St. Luke's in Beacon, 850 Wolcott Ave. This is a Fun-loving event where you will get to mingle with local Episcopalians while enjoying good food, music and games. If you are interested in attending, let Mtr. Leigh know by July 23rd so we can RSVP.

HAITI READ-A-THON IS UNDERWAY!
All participating children are encouraged to share their progress on the poster in the undercroft. Parishioners - please consider sponsoring a child. Just let them know you would like to sponsor them! Money raised will provide scholarships for needy children in Darbonne, Haiti.

"LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR" VBS KICKS-OFF ON MONDAY!!
Vacation Bible School is July 17th - 21st from 9am -12:30 pm. Come and join us for a fun week of neighborhood service projects, bible stories with Mtr. Leigh, crafts, games and singing. Registration forms are available in the Narthex. All children ages 4 - 12 are welcome!!
 
 SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS FOR VBS OUTREACH PROJECT 
We will be collecting general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children will be doing during VBS. Items will continue to be collected until this Sunday. Listed are the items that have been requested:
Boxes of crayons
 pencils
 colored pencils
 markers
Rulers
Notebooks
Binders
Loose leaf
Glue sticks / tape
Little pencil sharpeners
Erasers
Highlighter
Pencil cases
Kid safe scissors 
Anything that you can donate is greatly appreciated. Please place your donations in the "VBS" basket located in the back of the church.

LOVE INC. Thank you for the supplies brought to church last week! I took them to the Personal Care Pantry on Tuesday. While Working on the phones at Love INC, I get calls from clients who are thankful for these supplies.  Please continue to bring in whatever you can each week during the summer. I'll have my sticky notes up this Sunday.  Your generosity can make a difference in someone's life. - Liz Pavelka
Personal Pantry Supply List:
(family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. 

CHANGE OF DATE: PROPERTY COMMITTEE Next meeting is Monday, July 24th at 7pm. Meeting will be held in St. Nick's in the undercroft. If there is anyone interested in getting involved with this committee please come an join us at this or any meeting.

NEXT VESTRY MEETING is on Wednesday, August 9th at 7:30pm.

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

SUMMER "ROTA" IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE.
If  there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory. 

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JULY 9th
9 am
Reader - Jack Parry
Server - Joe Haubrich
10 am
Reader - Derek Reis-Larson 
Reader - Debra Evans   
Server - Alex Reese  
Acolyte - Evelyn Reis-Larson  
Altar Guild - Debra Evans    
Alms Counters - Debra E. & Dale C.
Sunday School - No Sunday School 
Coffee Hour - Needed
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This Sunday July 9, 2017

7/7/2017

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           THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S     
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
July 9, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am 
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​~ LET'S GET TOGETHER AND HELP THOSE IN NEED  ~

"LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR" 
There is still time to sign-up for VBS!!
Vacation Bible School is July 17th - 21st from 9am -12:30 pm. Come and join us for a fun week of neighborhood service projects, bible stories with Mtr. Leigh, crafts, games and singing. Registration forms are available in the Narthex. All children ages 4 - 12 are welcome!!
 
 SCHOOL SUPPLY DONATIONS FOR VBS OUTREACH PROJECT 
We will be collecting general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children will be doing during VBS. Listed are the items that have been requested:
Boxes of crayons
 pencils
 colored pencils
 markers
Rulers
Notebooks
Binders
Loose leaf
Glue sticks / tape
Little pencil sharpeners
Erasers
Highlighter
Pencil cases
Kid safe scissors 
Anything that you can donate is greatly appreciated. Please place your donations in the "VBS" box located in the back of the church.

LOVE INC.
​Many household necessities are not covered by food stamps! That’s why our clients have so many requests for personal care items such as (family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. Supplies run low during the Summer so please consider donating an item or two. There is a box as you come into church for these supplies.  Thank you for all you can do!

PROPERTY COMMITTEE Next meeting is this Tuesday, July 11th at 7pm. Meeting will be held in St. Nick's in the undercroft. If there is anyone interested in getting involved with this committee please come an join us at this or any meeting.

NEXT VESTRY MEETING is on Wednesday, July 12th at 7:30pm.

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

SUMMER "ROTA" IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE.
If  there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory. 

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JULY 9th
9 am
Reader - Leeann Haubrich
Server - Polly Myhrum
10 am
Reader - Christine Stasaitis 
Reader - Jack Devine   
Server - Liz Pavelka  
Acolyte - Julia Stasaitis  
Altar Guild - Barbara Giaimo    
Alms Counters - Dale C. & Eileen D.
Sunday School - No Sunday School 
Coffee Hour - Eileen Doherty ​
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This Sunday July 2, 2017

6/30/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S     
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
July 2, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am
​
"LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR" VBS!!
Vacation Bible School is in just a couple weeks, July 17th - 21st from 9am -12:30 pm. Come and join us for a fun week of neighborhood service projects, bible stories with Mtr. Leigh, crafts, games and singing. Registration forms are available in the Narthex. All children ages 4 - 12 are welcome!!
 

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED We will be collecting general school supplies for one of the Outreach projects the children will be doing during VBS. If you can donate some some of these items.. pencils/pens, erasers, glue sticks, crayons, marble notebooks, etc. it would go to a wonderful cause and be greatly appreciated. All items can be brought to church on Sunday or dropped of during the week at your convenience. 

TOMORROW, JULY 1ST: AED/CPR TRAINING COURSE will be held in St. Nick's undercroft from 10am - 1pm. Attendees must be 12 years of age or older and the cost for this course is $35 per person. If you or someone you know would be interested in attending please sign-up HERE. 

LOVE INC. Many household necessities are not covered by food stamps! That’s why our clients have so many requests for personal care items such as (family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. Supplies run low during the Summer so please consider donating an item or two. There is a box as you come into church for these supplies.  Thank you for all you can do!

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

SUMMER "ROTA" IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE.
If  there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN NEWS Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and the time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory. 

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JULY 2nd
9 am
Reader - Needed
Server - Needed
10 am
Reader - Eileen Doherty
Reader - Paul Bruening   
Server - Needed   
Acolyte - Amelia Batta  
Altar Guild - Polly Myhrum    
Alms Counters - Mary H. & Jack P.
Sunday School - No Sunday School 
Coffee Hour - Jennifer Klein 
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This Sunday June 25, 2017

6/23/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S     
Third Sunday after Pentecost
June 25, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is just around the corner: July 17 - 21. Registration forms for VBS are available in the Narthex.

NEXT SATURDAY: AED/CPR TRAINING COURSE will be held in St. Nick's undercroft next Saturday, July 1st from 10am - 1pm. Attendees must be 12 years of age or older and the cost for this course is $35 per person. If you or someone you know would be interested in attending please sign-up HERE or contact the church office.

LOVE INC. Many household necessities are not covered by food stamps! That’s why our clients have so many requests for personal care items such as (family size) laundry/dish detergent, toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, feminine products, shampoo/conditioner, combs, brushes, toothbrushes/paste, bar soap, deodorant, razors and shaving cream. Supplies run low during the Summer so please consider donating an item or two. There is a box as you come into church for these supplies.  Thank you for all you can do!

SIGN-UP FOR ALTAR FLOWERS Did you know you can sign-up to have the altar guild buy flowers in memory of or in thanksgiving for a loved one? Just sign-up on the poster on the Sacristy door and we will make sure your memorial or thanksgiving is observed on the appropriate day. Suggested donation is $25, to be put in the plate (memo line "flower memorial/thanksgiving").

CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

OUTREACH COMMITTEE The mission of this committee is to find ways to help St. Nick's parishioners share Christ's love with others in need. They meet one Sunday per month at St. Nick's. Anyone who is interested in volunteering in their efforts can stop by any meeting or see Liz Pavelka.

SUMMER "ROTA" IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE.
If there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR Interested in hosting coffee hour? It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN NEWS Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and the time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory. 

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JUNE 25TH
9 am
Reader - Joe Haubrich II
Server - Joe Haubrich
10 am
Reader - Dale Cunningham
Reader - Fred Jackson   
Server - Paul Bruening   
Acolyte - Amelia Batta  
Altar Guild - Liz Pavelka    
Alms Counters - Greg F. & Ed S.
Sunday School - No Sunday School 
Coffee Hour - Mother Leigh 
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This Sunday June 18, 2017

6/16/2017

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THIS SUNDAY AT ST. NICK'S     
Second Sunday after Pentecost
June 18, 2017
Services are at 9 & 10am

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL is just around the corner: July 17 - 21, 2017. There will be a meeting of VBS volunteers (and we need more) following coffee hour this Sunday. If you are available to help at all during VBS week, please plan to attend this meeting or let Mother Leigh or Jennifer Klein know of your interest. Registration forms for VBS will be available in the Narthex this Sunday.

OUTREACH COMMITTEE The mission of this committee is to find ways to help St. Nick's parishioners share Christ's love with others in need. They meet one Sunday per month at St. Nick's. Anyone who is interested in volunteering in their efforts can stop by any meeting or see Liz Pavelka. The next Outreach meeting is this Sunday, after the 10am service.

COMING SOON: AED/CPR TRAINING COURSE will be held in St. Nick's undercroft on Saturday, July 1st from 10am - 1pm. Attendees must be 12 years of age or older and the cost for this course is $35 per person. If you or someone you know would be interested in attending please contact the church office.
 
CONFIRMATION CLASS Mother Leigh would like to assess the need for a confirmation class (to take place before the October 1st bishop's visitation). Should you or your child wish to be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed, please see Mother Leigh or contact Dana in the office.

PASTORAL MINISTRY If you have concern for yourself, a family member or friend, please contact Mother Leigh Hall at 706-296-2759 or email leighellenhall@gmail.com

NEW "ROTA" THROUGH AUGUST IS NOW AVAILABLE HERE.
If there is anyone that would like to be added to the list of readers & servers so you can participate in Sunday services or existing participants that would like to change their availability, please contact Dana in the office at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com

COFFEE HOUR The sign-up sheet through August is now available for those who would like to host. It can be simple: Cookies, carrot sticks, crackers and cheese - whatever you can pick up at the store. The coffee is already made for you by the altar guild. Click HERE for instructions, ideas,and to sign up. Thank you!

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN NEWS Thank you to everyone who continues to give to St. Nick's capital campaign. It is because of your generosity and the time that has been dedicated to this project that we have been able to make a more firm foundation for our worship space. Anyone who would like to check their pledge status can contact Dana at stnicholasnewhamburg@gmail.com. Those of you who would like to make a payment towards your campaign pledge here are two easy ways to make a payment:
 
1.  Put your payment into the big box in the back of the church which is marked "Capital Campaign". Please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks, this will help keep Sunday donations distinct from campaign donations.

2.  Mail your payment to the St. Nick's at 37 Point St., New Hamburg NY. Once again please write "Capital Campaign" on all checks.

2016-17 ONLINE STEWARDSHIP DIRECTORY Click here for the online version of the directory. 

WHO'S ON THIS SUNDAY JUNE 18TH
9 am
Reader - Cheryl Lange
Server - Melanie Hexel
10 am
Reader - Paul Curran
Reader - Paul Conrad   
Server - Brandon Conrad   
Acolyte - Lyndsey Conrad 
Altar Guild - Leeann Haubrich    
Alms Counters - Paul C. & Christine A.
Sunday School - No Sunday School 
Coffee Hour - Mary Conrad 
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