R iver Views
4
R iver Views St. Hubert’s Episcopal Church August/Septmber 2011 The 5 Pillars Congregational Development Resource Stewardship Outreach Spiritual Growth St. Hubert’s Traditions Our Vestry Senior Warden Jenna Bing Junior Warden Al Muller Clerk Doris Webster Treasurer John Murchie Sheila Black Deb Fitzgerald Tim Garfield Jim Hoyt Robin Kurtzner Ann McConnell Nathalie Molloy Lou Sicurezza Bob White Rebecca Miller (Youth Representatives) The Rev. Daniel H. Schoonmaker, Rector Denise Miller, Ministries Coordinator & Editor 440-256-1280 www.sthuberts.net [email protected] http://calendar.yahoo.com/st.hubert River Views Publication Deadline is the 15 th of the month. Parishioner submissions always welcome. Dear Parish Family, In early August, the Episcopal Church celebrated the Feast of The Transfiguration, which is the story depicted in the altar window in church, probably since the original name of St. Hubert's was The Church of the Transfiguration. It is a Feast when we celebrate the reality that Jesus Christ transforms our living, not just on one day, but on each and every day through our lives! As we anticipate vacations from our normal rhythms, the end of summer and the upcoming school year, isn't it timely that we celebrate change in our own lives; change in the Church and shifts in our time and place? As many of you know, I just returned from a wonderful vacation in Europe, where I spent several days in Amsterdam. I made this journey in part to explore my family's Dutch roots. This is exciting to me, as I feel so out of touch with the immigrant experience. Jochemsz Schoonmaker came to New Amsterdam in 1635, so we've been here for a while! I found a culture in The Netherlands that has embraced tolerance of all sorts and conditions of people. This ideal is also shared by our church, as we promise in our baptismal covenant to, "respect the dignity of every human being." Tolerance, forbearance is certainly embraced in my New York roots as well. And, since my arrival in Cleveland in 1998, I have found Northeast Ohio also a place that is tolerant of difference and realistic about the challenges that face a complex society. For my family and for yours change is a constant. Transfiguration and transformation were the order of the day as my ancestor was tossed across a stormy North Atlantic, and change is equally apparent as I experienced turbulence flying over it some 376 years later. Our church life is equally blessed with change...permanence in Christ allows us to bend with the times and seasons of our lives with grace, context, and resiliency. St. Hubert's is at once a beacon of arrival and departure, a Holy place which marks our coming in and our going out in ministry and mission. May transformation bless each one of us richly! Peace (or vrede as Jochemz would have said!) Faithfully, Dan+
Transcript of R iver Views
R iver Views St Hubertrsquos Episcopal Church
AugustSeptmber 2011
The 5 Pillars Congregational Development
Resource Stewardship
Outreach
Spiritual Growth
St Hubertrsquos Traditions
Our Vestry
Senior Warden Jenna Bing
Junior Warden Al Muller
Clerk Doris Webster
Treasurer John Murchie
Sheila Black
Deb Fitzgerald Tim Garfield
Jim Hoyt Robin Kurtzner Ann McConnell Nathalie Molloy Lou Sicurezza
Bob White
Rebecca Miller (Youth Representatives)
The Rev Daniel H Schoonmaker Rector
Denise Miller Ministries Coordinator amp Editor
440-256-1280 wwwsthubertsnet infosthubertsnet
httpcalendaryahoocomsthubert
River Views Publication Deadline is the 15th of the
month Parishioner submissions always
welcome
Dear Parish Family In early August the Episcopal Church celebrated the Feast of The Transfiguration which is the story depicted in the altar window in church probably since the original name of St Huberts was The Church of the Transfiguration It is a Feast when we celebrate the reality that Jesus Christ transforms our living not just on one day but on each and every day through our lives As we anticipate vacations from our normal rhythms the end of summer and the upcoming school year isnt it timely that we celebrate change in our own lives change in the Church and shifts in our time and place As many of you know I just returned from a wonderful vacation in Europe where I spent several days in Amsterdam I made this journey in part to explore my familys Dutch roots This is exciting to me as I feel so out of touch with the immigrant experience Jochemsz Schoonmaker came to New Amsterdam in 1635 so weve been here for a while I found a culture in The Netherlands that has embraced tolerance of all sorts and conditions of people This ideal is also shared by our church as we promise in our baptismal covenant to respect the dignity of every human being Tolerance forbearance is certainly embraced in my New York roots as well And since my arrival in Cleveland in 1998 I have found Northeast Ohio also a place that is tolerant of difference and realistic about the challenges that face a complex society For my family and for yours change is a constant Transfiguration and transformation were the order of the day as my ancestor was tossed across a stormy North Atlantic and change is equally apparent as I experienced turbulence flying over it some 376 years later Our church life is equally blessed with changepermanence in Christ allows us to bend with the times and seasons of our lives with grace context and resiliency St Huberts is at once a beacon of arrival and departure a Holy place which marks our coming in and our going out in ministry and mission May transformation bless each one of us richly Peace (or vrede as Jochemz would have said)
Faithfully Dan+
ConfirmationInquirers Classes
The Rt Rev Mark Hollingsworth Jr Bishop of Ohio will make an Episcopal visit to St Hubertlsquos on Sunday January 15 2012 During the 1000 am service he will be confirming and receiving new members into the Episcopal Church Confirmation is the mature response to onelsquos baptism Reception into the Episcopal Church is for those changing denominations Reaffirmation of vows is for those who would like to revisit their spiritual ties to the Episcopal Church You may also join in just to see what is going on with no commitment Confirmation classes for youth will be held after the 1000 am service Sundays October 23 and 30 and November 6 and 13 Inquirers Classes for adults will be held Tuesday evenings October 25 November 1 8 and 15 beginning at 630 pm Classes will be led by Dan with Ann McConnell and Denise Miller Please let Dan know if you are interested
Saturday October 2nd at 200 pm
On the East Lawn of St Hubertrsquos
Please bring pets on a leash or contained
All things bright and beautiful Creatures great and small
All things wise and wonderful God made them all Cecil Frances Alexander
Donations for the Lake County
Dog Shelter are appreciated
(Old towels blankets rawhide bones
food biscuits or $rsquos)
Strategic Planning ndash The Path
Forward Part Two
In 2003 a committee headed by Gary Fitzgerald was formed to develop a
blueprint for the future direction of our church The Five Pillars now known as
CROSS Congregational Development Resource Stewardship Outreach
Spiritual Growth and St Hubertrsquos Traditions formed the framework upon
which the plan was built the common thread which wove together the
programs and priorities identified by the parish in creating the plan The goals for
each Pillar carried us through the year
2010
Senior Warden Jenna Bing sees the importance in maintaining The Path
Forward strategic plan and is grateful for the framework already in place Working
within our Five Pillars she plans to begin the process of establishing new goals A
new committee to plan and shepherd the process will be formed and parish
members will all have input
Golf leads to good works
Bastille Day found nearly 35 golfers teeing
off for a round of golf at The Kirtland
Country Club to raise money for the various outreach projects of the
parish Led by Jim Hoyt and Pam
Stevenson the golfers enjoyed perfect weather comraderie and a healthy
afternoon of exercise At the end of the day they were joined by another 30
friends of the parish for a putting contest raffles and hors doeuvres on
The West Porch A good time was had by all and the fundraiserfriendrasier
netted $3500 for a very worthy cause Thanks to Pam and Jim
and all who made this day a hole in one
2
Sunday School News 2011 or A (virtual) Trip to Egypt c1890 BC
Lucky Sunday School children this year will caravan to Egypt for the story of Joseph who journeys from Prison to Palace over the course of our 10 week adventure They will become part of history as they see hear touch and even taste what it was like to live in pharaohlsquos empire They will make bricks masks and bracelets mummify a veggie sample authentic foods sing and dance and take part in early Egyptian games These experiences will make Godlsquos Word come alive with the story of how God was with Joseph in good times and bad and is always with US You donlsquot want your children to miss this Adventure begins Sunday September 11 and continues until Sunday November 13 Volunteers are still needed Call or email Denise if you would like to volunteer or have questions (440-256-1280 denisemillersthubertsnet)
Welcome Back
Sunday
Sunday School Begins followed by an
Ice Cream Social
September 11th
Haiti Outreach Projects builds on dreams for a new cathedral
St Huberts responded ably to a national appeal for much needed funding for a new cathedral in Port-au-Prince The parish made its goal of $2500 which will provide much needed funding for a spiritual home to a very fast growing part of the Episcopal Church in The Caribbean The cathedral complex provides schools music and cultural offerings and of course church Thanks to all who made this outreach to one of the poorest nations in the world a possibility and thanks for the leadership of Denise and Rebecca Miller along with Gwynne Young Building hopes and dreams is what were about as a parish family
St Hubertrsquos Dinner and
Auction mdash October 29 2011
The Event Committee has been planning a fabulous Cauldren Full of Miracles for October 29 at The Kirtland Country Club beginning at 530 pm Cost to attend is $65 per person and includes parking dinner silent auction oral auction marketplace and entertainment by the infamous Fat City Rock N Roll band Funds raised will be used to address the needs of the community and the church Invitations will be going out soon Watch for yours in the mail Want to invite some friends Ask in the office for extra invitations
Donations are needed for the silent and oral auctions as well as the marketplace which will have smaller unique items that will be for sale during the evening Auction items already donated include a framed watercolor of St Hubertlsquos by Betty McRainey a week in Mexico a wine amp cheese party bakery Cavlsquos tickets and a clown figurine just to mention a few Do you have items or talents to donate Think creatively
There are also many volunteer opportunities before during and after the event If you are interested in volunteering or would like to discuss donating an item or service please call Helen Collins at 440-256-0886 or Morrie Everett at 440-256-8396 (Your donation may be tax deductiblemdashcheck with your tax advisor)
3
Food Ministries
Trinity Cathedral
Preparing dinner for over 100 homeless on a Sunday morning from 900-1100 Next Trinity kitchen date is September 25
Blessings in a Backpack pack food into backpacks and deliver to Marion Sterling School Occasional Fridays 1230mdash3 Next Backpack date is September 30
St James Painesville
Prepare over 100 Brown Bag Lunches on a Saturday morning at St Hubertrsquos to be distributed to the homeless ndash September 17
Bag Lunch Program Donations - September needed items for St James bagged lunch program are Raisins and Juice Boxes Basket is in the River Room
Cook serve and clean up dinner for the homeless at St James on a Sunday from 9-3 Next St James kitchen date is October 30
Hunger Ministries at St HubertrsquosmdashHighlighting St James Hot Lunch
Program
The article below is appearing in the September issue of St James Parish Newsletter Annie Harlan offered it to us as well When you see the people listed as the ―Team please be sure to say thanks for their hard work St Hubertrsquos Episcopal Church of Kirtland Hills came into the fold of the St James Hot Lunch Program in late Fall 2008 to assume the role as the 5
th Sunday Team with service dates four times each
Rector The Reverend Dan Schoonmaker our participation in this program provides our core group of volunteers an opportunity to combine all three gifts - Time Talent and Treasure ndash in service to others who are much less fortunate than us To learn the basics and begin forming our own team the first step was for two of us to shadow the experienced team from St James taking note of
every single detail and learning the ―dos and donlsquots A descriptive Guide Book was developed for our team complete with illustrations to put order and consistency in our workings Next we tapped into volunteers who bring a variety of experiences including two with former restaurant ownership one with years of catering service and four excellent cooks Our team members all come with the qualities of open hearts compassion humor and humility and none of us are intimidated by being responsible for mass-producing a healthy meal serving and cleaning up for 100+ guests The word ―guest is very important to the St Hubertlsquos team In our eyes this is the only description we have for each and every one of the people that walk through our service day door hellip we are there to welcome them pray with them respect them laugh with them and to serve them even if it is only for a few short hours We are handsomely rewarded by their smiles and appreciation for what we do for them and their many compliments on the food Being the 5
th Sunday team at the end of the month
we find ourselves in a time when everyonelsquos dollars are stretched to the limit and frequently find that the freezers and cupboards hold short supplies and donations are low This scenario then tests our own creativity and pocketbooks to bring food and staples to their tablehellip and to always add a special treat to each meal things such as fresh garden salad watermelon and strawberries and ice cold milk (itlsquos not just for kids) etc Yet another strong group of St Hubertlsquos volunteers gather every mid-month Saturday at our Church to prepare 100 Brown Bag Lunches in assembly-line format These lunches always contain homemade cookies and are for delivery to St James that day Our parishioners openly support this program with their own monthly supply donations When asked ldquoWhy do we all do thisrdquo I find that this is a difficult question to answer The reason is clearly an unspoken one and so very hard to define or explain It simply has to do with what we have learned from the teachings of Christ throughout our individual lives and what Godlsquos expectations of us are Itlsquos what each of us has in our own right and deep within ourselves been called upon to do The St Hubertlsquos Team Annie amp Sheldon Gray Gerri amp Mark Beaumier Helen amp Fred Wells Donna Lanham Diane Hunt Al Muller and Carla Woodcock
4
ConfirmationInquirers Classes
The Rt Rev Mark Hollingsworth Jr Bishop of Ohio will make an Episcopal visit to St Hubertlsquos on Sunday January 15 2012 During the 1000 am service he will be confirming and receiving new members into the Episcopal Church Confirmation is the mature response to onelsquos baptism Reception into the Episcopal Church is for those changing denominations Reaffirmation of vows is for those who would like to revisit their spiritual ties to the Episcopal Church You may also join in just to see what is going on with no commitment Confirmation classes for youth will be held after the 1000 am service Sundays October 23 and 30 and November 6 and 13 Inquirers Classes for adults will be held Tuesday evenings October 25 November 1 8 and 15 beginning at 630 pm Classes will be led by Dan with Ann McConnell and Denise Miller Please let Dan know if you are interested
Saturday October 2nd at 200 pm
On the East Lawn of St Hubertrsquos
Please bring pets on a leash or contained
All things bright and beautiful Creatures great and small
All things wise and wonderful God made them all Cecil Frances Alexander
Donations for the Lake County
Dog Shelter are appreciated
(Old towels blankets rawhide bones
food biscuits or $rsquos)
Strategic Planning ndash The Path
Forward Part Two
In 2003 a committee headed by Gary Fitzgerald was formed to develop a
blueprint for the future direction of our church The Five Pillars now known as
CROSS Congregational Development Resource Stewardship Outreach
Spiritual Growth and St Hubertrsquos Traditions formed the framework upon
which the plan was built the common thread which wove together the
programs and priorities identified by the parish in creating the plan The goals for
each Pillar carried us through the year
2010
Senior Warden Jenna Bing sees the importance in maintaining The Path
Forward strategic plan and is grateful for the framework already in place Working
within our Five Pillars she plans to begin the process of establishing new goals A
new committee to plan and shepherd the process will be formed and parish
members will all have input
Golf leads to good works
Bastille Day found nearly 35 golfers teeing
off for a round of golf at The Kirtland
Country Club to raise money for the various outreach projects of the
parish Led by Jim Hoyt and Pam
Stevenson the golfers enjoyed perfect weather comraderie and a healthy
afternoon of exercise At the end of the day they were joined by another 30
friends of the parish for a putting contest raffles and hors doeuvres on
The West Porch A good time was had by all and the fundraiserfriendrasier
netted $3500 for a very worthy cause Thanks to Pam and Jim
and all who made this day a hole in one
2
Sunday School News 2011 or A (virtual) Trip to Egypt c1890 BC
Lucky Sunday School children this year will caravan to Egypt for the story of Joseph who journeys from Prison to Palace over the course of our 10 week adventure They will become part of history as they see hear touch and even taste what it was like to live in pharaohlsquos empire They will make bricks masks and bracelets mummify a veggie sample authentic foods sing and dance and take part in early Egyptian games These experiences will make Godlsquos Word come alive with the story of how God was with Joseph in good times and bad and is always with US You donlsquot want your children to miss this Adventure begins Sunday September 11 and continues until Sunday November 13 Volunteers are still needed Call or email Denise if you would like to volunteer or have questions (440-256-1280 denisemillersthubertsnet)
Welcome Back
Sunday
Sunday School Begins followed by an
Ice Cream Social
September 11th
Haiti Outreach Projects builds on dreams for a new cathedral
St Huberts responded ably to a national appeal for much needed funding for a new cathedral in Port-au-Prince The parish made its goal of $2500 which will provide much needed funding for a spiritual home to a very fast growing part of the Episcopal Church in The Caribbean The cathedral complex provides schools music and cultural offerings and of course church Thanks to all who made this outreach to one of the poorest nations in the world a possibility and thanks for the leadership of Denise and Rebecca Miller along with Gwynne Young Building hopes and dreams is what were about as a parish family
St Hubertrsquos Dinner and
Auction mdash October 29 2011
The Event Committee has been planning a fabulous Cauldren Full of Miracles for October 29 at The Kirtland Country Club beginning at 530 pm Cost to attend is $65 per person and includes parking dinner silent auction oral auction marketplace and entertainment by the infamous Fat City Rock N Roll band Funds raised will be used to address the needs of the community and the church Invitations will be going out soon Watch for yours in the mail Want to invite some friends Ask in the office for extra invitations
Donations are needed for the silent and oral auctions as well as the marketplace which will have smaller unique items that will be for sale during the evening Auction items already donated include a framed watercolor of St Hubertlsquos by Betty McRainey a week in Mexico a wine amp cheese party bakery Cavlsquos tickets and a clown figurine just to mention a few Do you have items or talents to donate Think creatively
There are also many volunteer opportunities before during and after the event If you are interested in volunteering or would like to discuss donating an item or service please call Helen Collins at 440-256-0886 or Morrie Everett at 440-256-8396 (Your donation may be tax deductiblemdashcheck with your tax advisor)
3
Food Ministries
Trinity Cathedral
Preparing dinner for over 100 homeless on a Sunday morning from 900-1100 Next Trinity kitchen date is September 25
Blessings in a Backpack pack food into backpacks and deliver to Marion Sterling School Occasional Fridays 1230mdash3 Next Backpack date is September 30
St James Painesville
Prepare over 100 Brown Bag Lunches on a Saturday morning at St Hubertrsquos to be distributed to the homeless ndash September 17
Bag Lunch Program Donations - September needed items for St James bagged lunch program are Raisins and Juice Boxes Basket is in the River Room
Cook serve and clean up dinner for the homeless at St James on a Sunday from 9-3 Next St James kitchen date is October 30
Hunger Ministries at St HubertrsquosmdashHighlighting St James Hot Lunch
Program
The article below is appearing in the September issue of St James Parish Newsletter Annie Harlan offered it to us as well When you see the people listed as the ―Team please be sure to say thanks for their hard work St Hubertrsquos Episcopal Church of Kirtland Hills came into the fold of the St James Hot Lunch Program in late Fall 2008 to assume the role as the 5
th Sunday Team with service dates four times each
Rector The Reverend Dan Schoonmaker our participation in this program provides our core group of volunteers an opportunity to combine all three gifts - Time Talent and Treasure ndash in service to others who are much less fortunate than us To learn the basics and begin forming our own team the first step was for two of us to shadow the experienced team from St James taking note of
every single detail and learning the ―dos and donlsquots A descriptive Guide Book was developed for our team complete with illustrations to put order and consistency in our workings Next we tapped into volunteers who bring a variety of experiences including two with former restaurant ownership one with years of catering service and four excellent cooks Our team members all come with the qualities of open hearts compassion humor and humility and none of us are intimidated by being responsible for mass-producing a healthy meal serving and cleaning up for 100+ guests The word ―guest is very important to the St Hubertlsquos team In our eyes this is the only description we have for each and every one of the people that walk through our service day door hellip we are there to welcome them pray with them respect them laugh with them and to serve them even if it is only for a few short hours We are handsomely rewarded by their smiles and appreciation for what we do for them and their many compliments on the food Being the 5
th Sunday team at the end of the month
we find ourselves in a time when everyonelsquos dollars are stretched to the limit and frequently find that the freezers and cupboards hold short supplies and donations are low This scenario then tests our own creativity and pocketbooks to bring food and staples to their tablehellip and to always add a special treat to each meal things such as fresh garden salad watermelon and strawberries and ice cold milk (itlsquos not just for kids) etc Yet another strong group of St Hubertlsquos volunteers gather every mid-month Saturday at our Church to prepare 100 Brown Bag Lunches in assembly-line format These lunches always contain homemade cookies and are for delivery to St James that day Our parishioners openly support this program with their own monthly supply donations When asked ldquoWhy do we all do thisrdquo I find that this is a difficult question to answer The reason is clearly an unspoken one and so very hard to define or explain It simply has to do with what we have learned from the teachings of Christ throughout our individual lives and what Godlsquos expectations of us are Itlsquos what each of us has in our own right and deep within ourselves been called upon to do The St Hubertlsquos Team Annie amp Sheldon Gray Gerri amp Mark Beaumier Helen amp Fred Wells Donna Lanham Diane Hunt Al Muller and Carla Woodcock
4
Sunday School News 2011 or A (virtual) Trip to Egypt c1890 BC
Lucky Sunday School children this year will caravan to Egypt for the story of Joseph who journeys from Prison to Palace over the course of our 10 week adventure They will become part of history as they see hear touch and even taste what it was like to live in pharaohlsquos empire They will make bricks masks and bracelets mummify a veggie sample authentic foods sing and dance and take part in early Egyptian games These experiences will make Godlsquos Word come alive with the story of how God was with Joseph in good times and bad and is always with US You donlsquot want your children to miss this Adventure begins Sunday September 11 and continues until Sunday November 13 Volunteers are still needed Call or email Denise if you would like to volunteer or have questions (440-256-1280 denisemillersthubertsnet)
Welcome Back
Sunday
Sunday School Begins followed by an
Ice Cream Social
September 11th
Haiti Outreach Projects builds on dreams for a new cathedral
St Huberts responded ably to a national appeal for much needed funding for a new cathedral in Port-au-Prince The parish made its goal of $2500 which will provide much needed funding for a spiritual home to a very fast growing part of the Episcopal Church in The Caribbean The cathedral complex provides schools music and cultural offerings and of course church Thanks to all who made this outreach to one of the poorest nations in the world a possibility and thanks for the leadership of Denise and Rebecca Miller along with Gwynne Young Building hopes and dreams is what were about as a parish family
St Hubertrsquos Dinner and
Auction mdash October 29 2011
The Event Committee has been planning a fabulous Cauldren Full of Miracles for October 29 at The Kirtland Country Club beginning at 530 pm Cost to attend is $65 per person and includes parking dinner silent auction oral auction marketplace and entertainment by the infamous Fat City Rock N Roll band Funds raised will be used to address the needs of the community and the church Invitations will be going out soon Watch for yours in the mail Want to invite some friends Ask in the office for extra invitations
Donations are needed for the silent and oral auctions as well as the marketplace which will have smaller unique items that will be for sale during the evening Auction items already donated include a framed watercolor of St Hubertlsquos by Betty McRainey a week in Mexico a wine amp cheese party bakery Cavlsquos tickets and a clown figurine just to mention a few Do you have items or talents to donate Think creatively
There are also many volunteer opportunities before during and after the event If you are interested in volunteering or would like to discuss donating an item or service please call Helen Collins at 440-256-0886 or Morrie Everett at 440-256-8396 (Your donation may be tax deductiblemdashcheck with your tax advisor)
3
Food Ministries
Trinity Cathedral
Preparing dinner for over 100 homeless on a Sunday morning from 900-1100 Next Trinity kitchen date is September 25
Blessings in a Backpack pack food into backpacks and deliver to Marion Sterling School Occasional Fridays 1230mdash3 Next Backpack date is September 30
St James Painesville
Prepare over 100 Brown Bag Lunches on a Saturday morning at St Hubertrsquos to be distributed to the homeless ndash September 17
Bag Lunch Program Donations - September needed items for St James bagged lunch program are Raisins and Juice Boxes Basket is in the River Room
Cook serve and clean up dinner for the homeless at St James on a Sunday from 9-3 Next St James kitchen date is October 30
Hunger Ministries at St HubertrsquosmdashHighlighting St James Hot Lunch
Program
The article below is appearing in the September issue of St James Parish Newsletter Annie Harlan offered it to us as well When you see the people listed as the ―Team please be sure to say thanks for their hard work St Hubertrsquos Episcopal Church of Kirtland Hills came into the fold of the St James Hot Lunch Program in late Fall 2008 to assume the role as the 5
th Sunday Team with service dates four times each
Rector The Reverend Dan Schoonmaker our participation in this program provides our core group of volunteers an opportunity to combine all three gifts - Time Talent and Treasure ndash in service to others who are much less fortunate than us To learn the basics and begin forming our own team the first step was for two of us to shadow the experienced team from St James taking note of
every single detail and learning the ―dos and donlsquots A descriptive Guide Book was developed for our team complete with illustrations to put order and consistency in our workings Next we tapped into volunteers who bring a variety of experiences including two with former restaurant ownership one with years of catering service and four excellent cooks Our team members all come with the qualities of open hearts compassion humor and humility and none of us are intimidated by being responsible for mass-producing a healthy meal serving and cleaning up for 100+ guests The word ―guest is very important to the St Hubertlsquos team In our eyes this is the only description we have for each and every one of the people that walk through our service day door hellip we are there to welcome them pray with them respect them laugh with them and to serve them even if it is only for a few short hours We are handsomely rewarded by their smiles and appreciation for what we do for them and their many compliments on the food Being the 5
th Sunday team at the end of the month
we find ourselves in a time when everyonelsquos dollars are stretched to the limit and frequently find that the freezers and cupboards hold short supplies and donations are low This scenario then tests our own creativity and pocketbooks to bring food and staples to their tablehellip and to always add a special treat to each meal things such as fresh garden salad watermelon and strawberries and ice cold milk (itlsquos not just for kids) etc Yet another strong group of St Hubertlsquos volunteers gather every mid-month Saturday at our Church to prepare 100 Brown Bag Lunches in assembly-line format These lunches always contain homemade cookies and are for delivery to St James that day Our parishioners openly support this program with their own monthly supply donations When asked ldquoWhy do we all do thisrdquo I find that this is a difficult question to answer The reason is clearly an unspoken one and so very hard to define or explain It simply has to do with what we have learned from the teachings of Christ throughout our individual lives and what Godlsquos expectations of us are Itlsquos what each of us has in our own right and deep within ourselves been called upon to do The St Hubertlsquos Team Annie amp Sheldon Gray Gerri amp Mark Beaumier Helen amp Fred Wells Donna Lanham Diane Hunt Al Muller and Carla Woodcock
4
Food Ministries
Trinity Cathedral
Preparing dinner for over 100 homeless on a Sunday morning from 900-1100 Next Trinity kitchen date is September 25
Blessings in a Backpack pack food into backpacks and deliver to Marion Sterling School Occasional Fridays 1230mdash3 Next Backpack date is September 30
St James Painesville
Prepare over 100 Brown Bag Lunches on a Saturday morning at St Hubertrsquos to be distributed to the homeless ndash September 17
Bag Lunch Program Donations - September needed items for St James bagged lunch program are Raisins and Juice Boxes Basket is in the River Room
Cook serve and clean up dinner for the homeless at St James on a Sunday from 9-3 Next St James kitchen date is October 30
Hunger Ministries at St HubertrsquosmdashHighlighting St James Hot Lunch
Program
The article below is appearing in the September issue of St James Parish Newsletter Annie Harlan offered it to us as well When you see the people listed as the ―Team please be sure to say thanks for their hard work St Hubertrsquos Episcopal Church of Kirtland Hills came into the fold of the St James Hot Lunch Program in late Fall 2008 to assume the role as the 5
th Sunday Team with service dates four times each
Rector The Reverend Dan Schoonmaker our participation in this program provides our core group of volunteers an opportunity to combine all three gifts - Time Talent and Treasure ndash in service to others who are much less fortunate than us To learn the basics and begin forming our own team the first step was for two of us to shadow the experienced team from St James taking note of
every single detail and learning the ―dos and donlsquots A descriptive Guide Book was developed for our team complete with illustrations to put order and consistency in our workings Next we tapped into volunteers who bring a variety of experiences including two with former restaurant ownership one with years of catering service and four excellent cooks Our team members all come with the qualities of open hearts compassion humor and humility and none of us are intimidated by being responsible for mass-producing a healthy meal serving and cleaning up for 100+ guests The word ―guest is very important to the St Hubertlsquos team In our eyes this is the only description we have for each and every one of the people that walk through our service day door hellip we are there to welcome them pray with them respect them laugh with them and to serve them even if it is only for a few short hours We are handsomely rewarded by their smiles and appreciation for what we do for them and their many compliments on the food Being the 5
th Sunday team at the end of the month
we find ourselves in a time when everyonelsquos dollars are stretched to the limit and frequently find that the freezers and cupboards hold short supplies and donations are low This scenario then tests our own creativity and pocketbooks to bring food and staples to their tablehellip and to always add a special treat to each meal things such as fresh garden salad watermelon and strawberries and ice cold milk (itlsquos not just for kids) etc Yet another strong group of St Hubertlsquos volunteers gather every mid-month Saturday at our Church to prepare 100 Brown Bag Lunches in assembly-line format These lunches always contain homemade cookies and are for delivery to St James that day Our parishioners openly support this program with their own monthly supply donations When asked ldquoWhy do we all do thisrdquo I find that this is a difficult question to answer The reason is clearly an unspoken one and so very hard to define or explain It simply has to do with what we have learned from the teachings of Christ throughout our individual lives and what Godlsquos expectations of us are Itlsquos what each of us has in our own right and deep within ourselves been called upon to do The St Hubertlsquos Team Annie amp Sheldon Gray Gerri amp Mark Beaumier Helen amp Fred Wells Donna Lanham Diane Hunt Al Muller and Carla Woodcock
4
