08/28/2026
Hello, Dear Friends!
Last Sunday (8/23), we continued our focus on one of our freedoms in Christ - that is, the assurance that God is good all the time - and we looked at what it means to embrace our role as co-creators in God's goodness.
This Sunday (8/30), the 14th Sunday after Pentecost, is the 5th Sunday of the month. It has become our custom to do something a little different during our services on 5th Sundays; so, this week, we'll enjoy a good old-fashioned sing-a-long. We've collected hymn requests; Danny, Deacon Linda, Heidi, and Rev. Nancy are prepared to play the music for us; and at the time when we would normally hear a sermon, we will all sing together and let the music and the Holy Spirit do the "preaching." Please join us at 10 am for a unique Holy Eucharist, followed by coffee hour.
Coffee Hour Pot-Luck
After our service of song, we will (of course) enjoy coffee hour. Since it is a 5th Sunday, it's also a pot-luck week. So, bring a favorite food, or just bring yourself - we always have plenty to eat - and join with us as we share food and fellowship!
Classroom Needs
Last year, we began to support our very own "ambassador to the school," Christina. As such, we were asked to bring certain supplies for her classroom. Indeed, it was such a successful mission, that she was frequently able to share those supplies with her fellow teachers.
This year, instead of donating the supplies themselves, we have established a "School Supplies Fund." In lieu of bringing the supplies to a donation box at the church, we will donate money to this fund; that way, Christina will be able to purchase whatever is needed for the classroom/s and we will be able to reimburse her for those expenditures.
To donate to this fund, follow this link: www.givelify.com/donate/st-pauls-episcopal-church-claremore-ok-2j7wy5MTUyNjM3NA==/donation/amount
Select the amount you wish to donate
Select "School Supplies"
Click "Give Now"
Community Shelf
Our community shelf is dangerously low on supplies! Please add this to your regular grocery shopping list. As we have many people who are utilizing this resource, this has become a crucial ministry for us; so, keep the non-perishables coming! The donation box is located just inside the double red doors to the church building.
If you would like to donate funds for the community shelf, please visit this link: www.givelify.com/donate/st-pauls-episcopal-church-claremore-ok-2j7wy5MTUyNjM3NA==/donation/amount
Select the amount you wish to donate
Select "Food Pantry"
Click "Give Now"
Tuesdays at RSU
Tuesday, September 15, at 7pm, we will resume Tuesdays @ RSU with the book Forging a Sacred Weapon by Kathy Baldock. You may join in person on campus or via Zoom. If you want to participate and need a copy of the book, let Ron Parker know.
Let Us Pray
For the success of our second year of campus ministry at RSU
For all students, faculty, and staff; especially Christina, Liam, Lex, John, Lena, and Radar
That our parishioners will exemplify God's love and peace during this time when so much religious, social, and political unrest plagues our community, nation, and world
For those whose work is uncertain due to changing technologies or shifting economies, and for all who struggle to provide for themselves and their families; that they may find strength, support, and new opportunities for meaningful work
For all individuals living in fear due to executive orders and mandates being imposed nationally and internationally
For Ukraine and Russia, Israel, Palestine, and Iran
For Vince/ Dylan/ Sunny/ Maddie/ Grace/ Jerrell/ Cindi/ Andrea/ Destiny/ Beverly/ Michael/ Bob/ Gina/ James/ Lane/ Tony/ Maddy/ Wayne Hanway/ Tammy Morales/ Cynthia Woods/ Karen/ Jeff/ Catherine/ Vicki/ Brady/ Zachary/ Donna/ Paul/ Stacy/ Joshua/ Jackie/ Spenser/ Sydney/ Cassidy/ Ashley/ Logan/ Nichole/ Dan/ Taylor/ Don/ Kevin/ Roger/ Art/ Linda/ Pastors Coulter, Elizabeth, Tim, Tom, and Jerry, and their congregations
If you have prayer requests to add to the Newsletter, email them to [email protected]
Save the Dates
Friday, August 28 - St. Paul's Cooling Station open from Noon-6
Saturday, August 29 - Voices of Women Conference at the Claremore Community Center
Sunday, August 30 - Holy Eucharist @ 10am; 14th Sunday after Pentecost; 5th Sunday Sermon-in-Song Sing-a-long; 5th Sunday pot-luck during coffee hour
Sunday, September 6 - Holy Eucharist @ 10am; 15th Sunday after Pentecost; Labor Day weekend
Sunday, September 13 - Holy Eucharist @ 10am; 16th Sunday after Pentecost
Tuesday, September 15 - Tuesdays at RSU resumes @ 7pm
Sunday, September 20 - Holy Eucharist @ 10am; 17th Sunday after Pentecost; 3rd Sunday Discretionary offering; Bishop's Committee Meeting
