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INVITE + WELCOME + CONNECT
Invite- Welcome- Connect is a Diocesan sponsored ministry of transformation that “equips and empowers congregations and individuals to cultivate intentional practices of evangelism, hospitality, and connectedness rooted in the gospel directive to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). The creator of the program, Mary Foster Parmer, says “the vision of Invite, Welcome, Connect is to change the culture of the Episcopal Church to move from maintenance to mission.”
Our small committee at St. Peter’s needs members to help grow this important ministry. We were side-lined during the Pandemic, but now that we are back to in-person worship we have made some beginning steps, starting with usher and greeter guides. We will be working on ways to invite, welcome and ultimately connect newcomers as we go forward.
If you are interested in joining this ministry, or have questions, please contact on of the following people:
John Mears (jmears02130@gmail.com)
Carol Blye (blyecarol@gmail.com)
Suzanne Crager (suzannecrager@aol.com)
foyer groups
Foyer Groups are starting up again! The St. Peter’s Foyer (Dinner) Groups are forming and we have a lot of fun getting to know each other over the year. Each group meets once a month or so for a meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) in groups of 6-12 people. The Parish Life Committee will set up groups based on the preferences for everyone who signs up. It’s a wonderful time to meet fellow parishioners and make new friends. Meet in a home, restaurant, on the beach. You choose.
We have a new category this year: Spiritual Foyer Groups! Interested parishioners may request assignment to a foyer group with an intentional focus on spiritual engagement. As with all foyer groups, the members themselves will settle on organizing details, but those in a “spiritual foyer group” are likely to begin their time together in prayer, to read the Gospel, to talk about what is happening with the Spirit in their lives, to extend grace to one another, and of course to share a meal. The intent is to promote spiritual connection with others in ways reminiscent of early Christianity. St. Peter’s will provide some materials to assist in organizing the groups.
If you are interested in joining a Foyer Group, contact the office at 302-645-8479.
Status as of November 9, 2021
SAINT PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, LEWES, DE
COVID -19 PRECAUTIONS AT A GLANCE
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Category |
Status |
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Masks at Worship |
Yes |
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Limited Capacity |
No |
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Chalice at Communion |
No |
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Outside Groups |
Yes |
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Unlocked Church |
Yes |
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Coffee Hour |
Yes |
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Hand Sanitizer at all entry ways |
Yes |
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In Person Worship |
Yes |
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Healing Prayer |
Yes |
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Masks in Office/ Small Groups |
Optional for Vaccinated |
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Singing |
Yes |
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Masks at Christian Formation |
Yes |
St. Peter's is offering two online Bible study
classes each week.
Thursday morning at 9:30 am Fr. Jeff is leading a study of the Book of Acts. This study follows the hybrid model: in-person for those who are comfortable gathering together (mask wearing is required), or via Zoom for those who either need or want to join from home. This group has lively and informative discussions about the text they are studying together. There is always room for more participants if you are interested.
Wednesday Evening Bible Study meets from 7 to 8:30 pm every Wednesday via Zoom.
Beginning January 6th we will be reading 1st and 2nd Samuel.
This history of Samuel, Saul and David is rich in stories that we all know well, as well as stories of heroines and heroes who don’t get as much press as we might hope for - Hannah and Bathsheba, Nathan and Absalom - and much about the Ark, Philistines, battles, betrayals, songs of triumph and sorrow.... lots to chew on!
Come and join in the discussions. Contact the office for the Zoom links.
Wednesday Spirituality Group
A group is meeting via Zoom on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 pm, with the Rev. Carlyle Gill as moderator, to consider readings that may lead to greater wisdom and understanding. We are currently reading “The Seat of the Soul” by Gary Zukav, which can be obtained from Browseabout Books as well as from Amazon. All are welcome to join us for open and thoughtful discussion; reading is not necessary for participation in the group.
Please contact the office if you would like to know how to participate.
St. Peter's Readers
St Peter’s Readers has been meeting using the Zoom platform on the third Sunday of the month at 5 p.m. We have decided to move to in person meetings in September we will meet in the conference room in the lower level of the church - and will adhere to all the Covid protocols that are still in place at that time. We hope to continue with Zoom for members who cannot attend in person.
We will meet via Zoom in July and August.
We have made decisions about upcoming selections:
- September 19 (fiction) The Story Teller’s Secret by Sejal Badani
- October (classic) David Copperfield by Charles Dickens
For information on how to join this group, please contact the office.
Now you can wear a replica of our new Steeple Cross!
Local jeweler Albert Frank has designed silver and gold versions of the new Steering Cross from the steeple of St. Peter's. These are custom made to order and about 1.5 inches in height. If you would like one for your very own, please give him a call at 302-645-1718. Gold is market rate, silver is about $150.
