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Volume 37, number 5
Grapevine
OFFICE HOURS
Monday thru Friday
8 am—2 pm
web page: www.stthomastaunton.com
Parish Administrator
Lynn Clifford
Office phone: (508) 824-9595
Office fax: (508) 822-5263
e-mail: [email protected]
Organist/Choir Director
Dr. Steven Young
Sexton
Paul Boudreau
Senior Warden
Len Walker
Junior Warden
James Medeiros
Clerk
Lisa Benedetti
Treasurer
Michael Stagliola
Assistant Treasurer
Our Daily Bread Treasurer
Eric Pearson
Vestry Members
2018: Alan Dennen, Renee
Lombardi, Terry Asci
2019: Wayne Perkins, Amy
Kazlauskas, Aaron Le Beau
2020: Maureen Eldredge, Gayle
Raposa, AnneMarie Amoedo
September, 2017
From your Rector
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. THOMAS
Dear Friends,
I am writing to tell you I have ac-
cepted a call to a new church in Vir-
ginia. I will be nearer my family and
closer to home. My time at St. Tho-
mas has been wonderful and I have
loved being part of this lively and vi-
brant congregation. It has been an
honor for me to be Rector of this par-
ish and fellow worker in this portion
of the Body of Christ. Over the last
eight years we have accomplished
many things of which we can be
proud. I am convinced that this will
continue as St. Thomas begins a new
chapter in its almost 300 year his-
tory.
My last Sunday will be August 27,
2017, and a goodbye reception will be
held on Sunday, August 20 after the
10 AM service. I will miss each and
every one of you, but I know that
there are good things in both our fu-
tures.
Please be aware that the Executive
committee (Len Walker, Lisa
Benedetti, Mike Stagliola, and Jim
Medeiros) has already begun to pull
together next steps in the process of
selecting our next priest to lead St.
Thomas. Len, Lisa, and Mike have a
meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Au-
gust 1 with Rev. Jean Baptiste
Ntagengwa, Massachusetts Diocesan
Director of Transition Ministry.
The Executive Committee feels
strongly that a committed search
committee will be critical to our suc-
cess in selecting a new priest. If you
would like to serve, please give your
name to a member of the executive
committee.
The Executive Committee also in-
tends to take full advantage of this
opportunity to hold congregation-
wide conversations about what you
love and hope for in St. Thomas, the
challenges we face, and your expecta-
tions for your next clergy leader. I am
convinced that the current leadership
is sound and will lead this congrega-
tion forward to new and greater
things.
Blessings,
The Reverend Dr. Rich Bardusch
Rector
o Pay your pledge directly from your checking account or by credit card
o Donate to all the other events throughout the year
Visit our St. Thomas webpage at www.stthomastaunton.com. Click the blue
“donate” button in the upper left hand corner of our web page. That will lead you to
our online giving page where you can create a user ID and password and select
how often you'd like to pay your pledge (one time, weekly or monthly).
On-line pledging and donating available
Beverly Kimball, Editor
Notes from the Organ Console Dr. Steven Young
These catered lunches are sponsored by
St. Thomas Senior Ministry to develop
community among senior citizens. All sen-
iors 55 years of age or older are welcome to
join us.
The lunches are held in the St. Thomas
Church Parish Hall and are free of charge.
Donations may be made to help support
Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen Ministry.
Lunch served at 12 followed by programs
which inform and entertain, (12:30 to
1PM).
Joy of Living Senior Lunches Resume Ethel Fraga
~ GRAPEVINE DEADLINE ~ October Grapevine - September 20.
Send articles to Beverly Kimball
(h) (508) 697-6667 ~ e-mail: [email protected]
PAGE 2 NEWSLETTER TITLE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
For more
information,
contact
Ethel Fraga in
the church
office
(508) 824-9595
Thanks to the many who helped support the “Save our choir” endeavor, the
choir will return this year.
Choir rehearsals begin on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 7:30 PM at the
piano at the back of the Chapel. The Choir will sing on Sunday, September
10th at the 10 AM service.
REHEARSALS: Wednesdays, 7:30 PM (chapel)
Sundays, 9:00 AM (church)
We welcome new members - the only requirement is a love for music. Please
consider joining us.
The yard sale was held on Saturday July 22. Proceeds to date total $3,486.40.
There are several items that were scheduled to be placed on the internet for
sale. The only invoice from this fundraiser is for the rental of the U-Haul
truck which has not been received yet. Finally, there will be some additional
revenue from Savers. I will provide a final tally a soon as each of these items
are accounted for and will post a note in the Grapevine to the parish.
Report from our Treasurer Mike Stagliola
SEPTEMBER SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
September 7 ~ Rabbi Heath ~ “Celebration of Jewish High Holy Days, Rosh Hashanah
and Yom Kippur”
September 14 ~ Alan O’Hare, Celtic Seanachie / Story Teller returns. “New Colors of
the Rainbow”
September 21: Paul Boudreau, Coordinator, “Our Mission Trip to Belize”
September 28: Judith Charesp of Citizens for Citizens, “Foster Grandparent program
for Senior Citizens
THE
CHOIR
NEEDS
YOU!
PAGE 3
GRAPEVINE
VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
Support our Altar Guild Bake Sale Anna Loura
This “All-You-Can-Eat” Clam Boil is a fundraiser being held to benefit
the church. Please help make it a great success by purchasing tickets
and showing your support. Sell tickets to your friends and family.
WHEN: Sunday, October 1, 2017 ~ 2:00 PM
WHERE: Seekonk Rod and Gun Club
61 Reed Street, Rehoboth, MA
COST: $30/per adult/ all you can eat
$20/children 12 & under
Free/children 5 & under
BYOB or limited cash bar available
TICKETS: Kim Avila (508) 863-0102
Paul Boudreau (774) 218-0055
Lynn Clifford (508) 824-9595
LOTS of fun, raffles, and door prizes!!
Sponsored by the Episcopal Church of St. Thomas
Support our All -You-Can- Eat CLAM BOIL
The Altar Guild will be hosting a bake sale with lots of delicious goodies and is
looking for your support.
Sunday, September 10, 2017
Following 8 AM and 10 AM services
Stop by the table and choose your desserts
DONATIONS OF BAKED GOODS will be greatly appreciated
MONETARY DONATIONS from those without a sweet tooth
also greatly appreciated
NEEDED
Baked Goods
Shoppers
Monetary donations
The Altar Guild is looking for volunteers to serve on the Altar.
Altar Guild members volunteer for one month each year to clean the altars and prepare
them for the Eucharists on Sundays and special days. This is a very important ministry
and a very rewarding one.
Please contact our Directress, Anna Loura if you have any questions or would like to
volunteer ~ [email protected] or (508) 669-6676.
Altar Guild Looking for Volunteers Anna Loura
Home Plate ~ Bay Street Grille
September 12, 2017
Enjoy lunch or dinner with your family and
friends and present this ticket with your bill.
St. Thomas Church will receive 20% of your
bill. This offer is good on sit-down meals,
take-out orders as well as gift certificates pur-
chased.
This ticket should be cut out, copied and
given to your family and friends, and take one
with you to Home Plate. NOTE: No tick-
ets are allowed to be distributed at
Home Plate Restaurant at any time.
SEE YOU THERE!
E-MAIL REQUEST If
you have not been re-
ceiving the news and
announcements we send
electronically, please
send your email to
et, so that we can make
sure you get updated
information. This is im-
portant not only because
we send the most up-to-
date information on our
activities via the Internet,
but also because we give
notice by email in the
event of a weather can-
cellation.
Also, if you have
changed your e-mail
address, please be sure
we have your current
one. Send to church
office or print on sheet
in the church.
PAGE 4 NEWSLETTER TITLE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
20% of your bill
will be donated to
Episcopal Church of St Thomas
TICKET
Supports
Episcopal Church of
St Thomas
Bring this ticket to
Home Plate Bay St. Grill on
Tuesday,
September 12, 2017
Good for dine-in, take-out
and gift card purchases.
Tickets cannot be distributed
at any time at Home Plate.
Home Plate Fundraiser
Take this ticket with you and
present with your bill.
Copy and give to your friends
and relatives.
DO NOT HAND THEM OUT
ON THE RESTAURANT
PROPERTY!
St. Thomas says good bye to Fr. Rich
Dane’s camera was lost at church, so all the wonderful pictures taken at the reception
are not available (only the one of Fr. Rich Dane took on his cell phone).
Unknown
Photographer
Parishioners leave
messages of memo-
ries and best wishes
for Fr. Rich. He will
be missed.
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Annemarie Amoedo has vol-
unteered to coordinate the
2017 fair
FAIR PLANNING MEETING
September 17th
11:30 AM
All encouraged to attend
Annual Church Fair Coming Soon
October 21 and 22, 2017
Saturday - 9 - 3 and Sunday 11 - 3
Sunday dinner at 4 - Bella Roma Restaurant
Cafeteria open for lunches ~ Saturday all day / Sunday 11:30 AM for lunch
BOOTHS AND CHAIRPERSONS
PLEASE LOOK OVER THE ABOVE LIST
Please donate to each of the booths listed above
Please contact the booth chairs if you are willing to help
NEEDED
Baked goods and pies
Knitted and hand-sewn items
Produce, jams, jellies
Children’s clothing (ages 0 - 6X) cleaned, please
Chinese Raffle (themed baskets or items to fill baskets welcome)
Lottery tickets for Lottery Tree
White Elephant items, cleaned please (DEADLINE October 15th)
Bid Board items for silent auction (GET ITEMS IN EARLY)
CHALLENGE - each Church Committee or group is challenged to donate a
basket from the group to be added to our Chinese Auction.
PLEASE GET DONATIONS IN EARLY SO WE CAN PLAN!
THIS IS ANOTHER MAJOR FUNDRAISER FOR ST. THOMAS AND
NEEDS SUPPORT FROM ALL PARISHIONERS.
THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT THE FAIR
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR ANNUAL FAIR ~ PLAN AHEAD
Adult Roll-ups Paul Boudreau Chinese Auction Ginnie Teed ??
Bakery Farm Stand Alix McNamee
Pies Terry Asci Historical Hayride Andrew Francis
Bid Board Cheryl Medeiros Jewelry Kim Avila
Cafeteria Aaron LeBeau Knits/Stitches Carole Hunt
Pattie Stagliola Connie Capron
Children’s Clothes Christina Latour Ginnie Ames
Maureen Eldredge Lottery Tree Wayne Perkins
Children’s Games Renee Lombardi Money Wreath Beverly Kimball
Steve Lombardi Quilt Raffle Carole Hunt
Child’s Roll-ups White Elephant Wayne Perkins
June Perkins
NEED
ADVERTISING
COMMITTEE
NEED
DECORATING
COMMITTEE
NEED
SIGNAGE
(around church and
around town)
NEED
SET-UP AND
CLEAN-UP
COMMITTEE
PAGE 6 GRAPEVINE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
O gracious and loving God, you work every-
where reconciling, loving and healing your
people and your creation. In your Son, and
through the power of your Holy Spirit, you
invite each of us to join you in your work.
We, young and old, lay and ordained, ask you
to form us more and more in your image and
likeness, through our prayer and worship of
you and through the study of your scripture,
that our eyes will be fully opened to your mis-
sion in the work. Then, God, into our commu-
nities, our nation and the world, send us to
serve with Christ taking risks to give life and
hope to all people and all of your creation.
We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Prayer for our Mission Pray for our Military
Daniel Snowdall
Megan Drewniak
Adam Dyke
William Marsh IV
Donald Souza
Noel Souza
Ryan Vohnoutka
Christopher French
Rick Dray
Alex Bolton
Scott Larson
Brendan Clifford
Justin Medeiros
Pastoral Care Team
Please pray for all who are sick &
shut-in…
Cheryl Blanchard
Please contact the church office
with any pastoral emergencies.
Be sure to inform Lynn if you
know of anyone in the parish
who is ill and/or in the hospi-
tal.
In addition to keeping you on
our prayer list, our Pastoral
Care Team is available, upon
request, to visit and take com-
munion to those who are sick/
shut-in or hospitalized.
Bless the Marriage
Dear Friends in Christ,
I would like to take this opportunity to write this letter of thanks and
appreciation to all those who took part in contributing to raise money to-
wards my tuition for B. C. C., it will ease one of my heavy burdens. Words
cannot express my deepest gratification. The kindness and generosity dis-
played by all of you has deeply humbled me.
Thanks to Father Rich who made my journey to Ordination to the
Diaconate all possible. I would also like to thank him for his continuous help
in mentoring me along the way, I have learned so much about the Church
under his guidance, supervision and leadership. I could not have accom-
plished this much without his help and yours.
I also thank God for all of you, for it is only in Him and through Him
that we can do anything good. St Thomas Church is a Godly, supporting,
and nurturing place and I am so proud to call it home.
May God continue to bless each of you as the Church thrives and
grows. Please keep me in your prayers and I will keep you in mine. Ten
thousand thanks to all. Sincerely in Christ. Sonia Hodge
Renee Vitale / Steve Lombardi
Joined in Holy Matrimony ~ July 15, 2017
Thank you from Sonia Hodge
Blessings
to you,
Sonia as
you
continue
your
Loving Kindness Practice Instruction Ethel Fraga
Ethel will do Loving Kindness Practice for ourselves, for Fr. Rich, for our
loved ones, for the congregation at St. Thomas, for our community, our na-
tion, our elected leaders, our country and our world. Come to learn this posi-
tive Mindfulness Practice that contributes to human wellness.
September 27, 2017
11:45 - 12:15
Coram Lounge
Led by Ethel Fraga
E/K/A/
efraga, bikerchick
PAGE 7 GRAPEVINE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS/LAYREADERS
September 3
8:00 AM Norm Teed
10:00 AM Terry Asci, Lector/Chalice
Monica Shearer, Prayers/Chalice
September 10 Homecoming Sunday
8:00 AM Avis Leary
10:00 AM Len Walker, Lector/Chalice
Sarah Walker, Prayers/Chalice
September 17
8:00 AM Janet White
10:00 AM Alix McNamee, Prayers/Chalice
Linda Belenger, Lector/Chalice
September 24 Youth Sunday
8:00 AM Norm Teed
10:00 AM Beverly Kimball, Chalice
Wayne Perkins, Prayers/Chalice
FINANCE COMMITTEE
(4th Tuesdays)
September 28
October 26
November 23
December 22
Meetings start at 7:00 PM
in the Rector’s Office
COFFEE HOUR
VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED
Coffee Hour is a good
time of fellowship and a
chance to meet old
friends, welcome new
members and visitors.
Without our volunteers,
this is not possible.
Please consider taking one
or two Sundays a year.
Contact Lynn in the
church office at
(508) 824-9595
During the past year, the young children of our parish have enjoyed a casual
service at 9 AM directed by Fr. Rich with all children participating in light-
ing candles, taking the offering and helping in many ways.
This coming year, under the direction of Annemarie Amoedo, the children’s
services will continue. Plans are being made to expand the program which
is geared toward children 0 - 8 years of age (the ‘young at heart’ are always
welcome to attend as well).
Watch for more information and sign-up sheets during the Homecoming
celebration on September 10th.
PRAYERS, SONGS, STORIES, CRAFTS
...a place where children can be themselves
GREETER SCHEDULE
September 3
Jacqui Schell
Christina Latour
September 10
Terry Asci
Carol Hunt
September 17
Lisa Benedetti
Maureen Eldredge
September 24
Jacqui Schell
Terry Asci
October 1
Fran McKinnon
Larry Berghaus
October 8
Maureen Eldredge
October 15
Jacqui Schell
Terry Asci
October 22
Renee Vitale Lombardi
Steve Lombardi
October 29
Fran McKinnon
Larry Berghaus
Church School Continues
CHURCH IN THE PARK
Volunteers who represented St. Thomas Church at
the Church in the Park held in Memorial Park.
PAGE 8 GRAPEVINE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
Belize Mission Trip Photos Courtesy of Fr. Rich
The group participating in the Belize Mission Trip this year experienced some unexpected challenges as they were faced
with a hurricane and a monsoon (with wild thunderstorms and flooding in the streets). According to Andrew Francis, the
2 AM burst of thunder sounded like a bomb exploding right in his room. Their unexpected help in boarding up windows
and cleaning up in the aftermath was much appreciated. They did, however, get their painting of the school and repair of
the walkways done as planned. The enthusiasm of the people in spite of their living conditions was very moving.
The group did enjoy some time to visit Cahal Pech (Mayan Ruins) and do some swimming, scuba diving, etc. They will be
making presentations and showing pictures of their experiences in the fall.
On-Going Events ~ Save the Dates
Saturdays (weekly) Saturdays (1st) Sundays (1st) Sundays (1st & 3rd) Sundays (2nd) Sundays (weekly) Sundays (weekly) Sundays (weekly) Sundays (weekly) Sundays (last Sunday) Sundays (4th Sunday) Mondays (1st & 3rd)
Tuesdays (2nd) Tuesdays (4th) Wednesdays (weekly) Wednesdays (1st) Thursdays (weekly) Fridays (weekly) Fridays (2nd) Fridays (3rd)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM -
11:30 AM - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM -
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM - 1—6 PM - 9:00 AM -
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM - 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM - 6:30 PM - 12:00 N -
7-10 PM - 10:00 AM -
2:30 PM -
Bible Study/Eucharist followed by Pot Luck Supper ~ Rectory Senior Ministry—Coram Lounge Newcomer’s Meeting—Coram Lounge Healing Prayer offered during Eucharist—Serviceman’s Altar Christian Formation Meeting Choir Rehearsal—at the organ Church School Nothing But the Truth—Coram Lounge Children’s Service - Chapel Youth Sunday Building & Grounds Committee—Coram Lounge Assisted Living (Raynham) VESTRY—Coram Lounge Finance Committee Meeting—Counting Room Choir Rehearsal—Chapel Mindfulness Group—Coram Lounge Senior Luncheon—Parish Hall Nothing But the Truth—Parish Hall Knitters meet in the Coram Lounge
Taunton Nursing Home
August 27 11:30 AM Building & Grounds Meeting
September 6 7:30 PM Choir Rehearsals begin - Chapel,
September 7 Noon Senior Lunches Resume - Rabbi Heath Speaker
September 10 10:00 AM Homecoming Sunday
September 10 8 AM & 10 AM Altar Guild Bake Sale
September 12 All Day Home Plate Fundraiser (Bay Street Grille)
September 17 11:30 AM Newcomer Brunch
September 27 11:45 AM Instruction in Loving Kindness Practice
October 1, 2017 2:00 PM All-You-Can-Eat CLAM BOIL
October 21/22 All Day FALL FAIR 2017
PAGE 9 GRAPEVINE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
Upcoming Events ~ Mark Your Calendars
DANCING WITH THE WIND ~ Ethel Fraga
The wind leaned into me..
Tilted me backward -
right foot pointing!
An old gal,
Still dancing
With the wind.
I would like to thank everyone who donated items to the yard sale. We were
blessed with a massive amount of goods and because of that we made ap-
proximately $3500.
Also, I would like to thank the many hands that made the job bearable.
Though the day was hot, I enjoyed the camaraderie of the parishioners. St.
Thomas is fortunate to have so many wonderful people who come out and
support its numerous missions.
Thank you again, Pattie Stagliola
Thank you from Pattie Stagliola - Yard Sale
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Photos courtesy of Fr. Rich and Pattie Stagliola
St. Thomas Church hosted a lawn party in honor of the Taunton River Deanery
Altar Guilds. There were some fun opportunities to learn from clergy through-
out the Deanery. Good food was enjoyed by all. All in attendance had the op-
portunity to meet people from other Altar Guilds, to share stories and socialize.
Altar Guild Lawn Party Photos courtesy of Anna Loura and Fr. Rich
PAGE 11 NEWSLETTER TITLE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
BRIEF HISTORY—Thomas Coram, a wealthy sea captain and philanthropist, arrived
from England in the 1690’s and established a successful shipyard on the Taunton River.
He returned to London in 1703 and left behind 59 acres of land in trust and a substan-
tial collection of books to help found a Church of England in Taunton.
Twenty-five years later Thomas Coram’s intent was carried out. In 1728 a congregation
of lay persons gathered and a small church was built on the outskirts of town near the
Three Mile River on what is now Tremont Street. Although the land trust was no longer
available, Coram’s library of books became the basis for the young parish’s ministry. The
church was named St. Thomas.
During the Revolution, St. Thomas Church, like most Episcopal Churches, fell upon hard
times and was closed for a number of years as were many others in the area. The build-
ing itself stood unused and blew down in the Gale of 1815. In 1820 the parish was
incorporated. In 1828 the Vestry voted to seek a minister who was called and then a
new building was erected in the center of Taunton on High Street across from the pre-
sent building.
The church grew rapidly leading to the enlargement of the building in the 1840’s and
this, too, was soon outgrown. The third and present structure designed by Richard Up-
john was consecrated in 1859. A chapel was added in 1869. A fire gutted the Church
sanctuary in 1898, but it was rebuilt with the addition of a large three-manual Jardine
organ in 1899.
The historically significant 1759 McKinstry House (present rectory) adjacent to the
church was purchased in 1907 for use as a Sunday School. In 1910 Mr. & Mrs. Walter
Cabot Baylies donated a Sunday School building. This parish house has proven to be of
immeasurable value throughout the years to the church and to the entire community. In
1960 ground was broken for an addition to the parish house which completed the com-
plex of buildings as we know it today.
Acolytes—Lisa Benedetti, Elizabeth Boudreau,
Altar Guild—Anna Loura
Archives—Marge Largey
Audit Committee—Susan Cameron,
Kirk Cleathero
Brown Bag Program—Lynn Clifford
Building & Grounds—Jr. Warden & Paul Boudreau
Capital Fund Drive -Mike Stagliola/ Wayne Perkins
Centering Prayer—Ethel Fraga
Christian Education—Annemarie Amoedo
Coffee Hour - Lynn Clifford
Counters—Sarah Walker
Fair— Vestry
Finance Committee— Mike Stagliola, Treasurer
Budget -
Insurance—
Investment -
Stewardship—
Flower Committee—Cheryl Medeiros
Fundraising Committee—Paul Boudreau / Vestry
Golf Tournament—Len Walker
Grapevine—Beverly Kimball
Greeters—Terry Asci
Healing Prayer Ministry—
Historian—
Lobster Roll Day—Paul Boudreau / Vestry
Mission Trips— Paul Boudreau, Lisa Benedetti, Andrew
Francis, Kim Avila
Haiti Micah Fund—Paul Boudreau
Music Committee—Dr. Steven Young
Newcomer Welcoming—Sarah Walker
Our Daily Bread—Rene Cantin
Parish Life Team—
Pastoral Care Team— Avis Leary, Alan Dennen,
Maureen Eldredge
Property Rentals—Andrew Francis
Scholarship Committee—Kirk Cleathero
Senior Ministry—Avis Leary
Spiritual Development—Ethel Fraga
Visitations—Avis Leary, Alan Dennen, Maureen Eldredge
Taunton Nursing Home ~ Sonia Hodge
Assisted Living Facility ~ Sonia Hodge
Waldron-Gibson House (School Street) —
Wine & Cheese Reception Coordinator—
On-Going Committees Consider joining one or more of these committees
PAGE 12 GRAPEVINE VOLUME 37, NUMBER 5
The mission of the church is to
restore all people to unity with
God and each other in Christ.
To Welcome and Grow in Love.
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. THOMAS
111 High Street
Taunton, MA 02780
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