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Our Mission:
To restore all people to unity with God and each other through Jesus Christ. Celebrating 150 years and more of worship in Wausau, WI.
The Episcopal Church strives to live by the message of Jesus Christ, in which all are welcome and there are no outcasts. Our beliefs, based midway between Roman Catholicism and Protestant traditions, are sacramental and worship-oriented, promoting thoughtful debate about what God is calling us to do and be as followers of Christ. The Episcopal Church is part of the Anglican Community.
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The doors to the front of the church have been refurbished and recently reinstalled. They look great!
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Blessings for Teachers and Students:
For the marvels of your creation:
we praise you, O God.
For the opportunities to explore and study:
we praise you, O God.
For those who guide us, teachers and mentors:
we praise you, O God.
Teach us your ways and guide us in your path;
for you are the creator of all
that is seen and unseen.
A prayer for all beginning a new school year:
O Eternal God, source of all wisdom and knowledge: bless all schools, colleges, and universities, that they may be lively centers for sound learning, new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom; and grant that those who teach and those who learn may find you to be the source of all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Check presentation to Tom Rau of The Neighbors' Place for $1500 from the 400 block worship offering.
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The big tree in front of St John's had significant damage during one of the recent windstorms in Wausau. The remaining portion of the tree was removed this week.
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Have you thought about reflecting and writing on the weekly collects? Check out this link to the Collect Project sponsored by the Diocese!
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The weekend of September 11-12 is Arts Weekend (it is also the return to the fall/winter service schedule!) in Wausau. Remember parking may be limited on Sunday morning, but plan to come to church and stay to look at the various art available. If the weather is good, we will have coffee hour in the courtyard.
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October 4 is the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, a day often associated with the blessing of animals. You are encouraged to use this set of prayers and readings at home to offer your own set of blessings for your pets. If you would like Fr. David to come and be part of the blessing in your home, please call the church office. He would love to be there for it all!
A blessing of the Animals for use in the home
The eyes of all wait upon you, O Lord: And you give them their good in due season.
You open wide your hand, and fill all things living with plenteousness.
O Lord of heaven and earth, by your hand all things were made and are sustained; look upon us your servants. Grant us your loving kindness and mercy to bless, keep and protect these animals.
Read Genesis 1:24-31a
The blessing:
O God, you have all things out of your love: bless this animal; may it be a source of love and joy to this home; give those who care for it wisdom, compassion and strength to keep it safe, provide it with love, and care for it, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Visit, O blessed Lord, this home with the gladness of your presence. Bless all who live here with the gift of your love; and grant that they may manifest your love to each other and to all whose lives they touch. May they grow in grace and in the knowledge and love of you; guide, comfort, and strengthen them; and preserve them in peace, O Jesus Christ, now and for ever. Amen.
Pastor Froseth is helping coordinate the trip that both he and Fr. David plan to go to the Holy Land with members of both congregations, leaving February 15, 2011. A number of members have already committed to experience this once in a life time opportunity. Please talk with Fr. David if you are interested.
The regional churches golf outing will be held September 19 at Indianhead Golf Course, Mosinee. Contact Fr. Klutterman for more details and reservations!
Opportunities to Learn and
Grow in Faith!
Watch for make-up classes for those who missed all or parts of the class on prayer and spirituality.
Classes for confirmands and those wishing to be received at the Bishop's visitation in November are being held. Check out the Christian Education page for full details, including links to the study guides.
The mission of the Church is to restore all people to unity with God and each other in Jesus Christ.
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