Verse of the Day

Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. (Philippians 2:3, ESV)

ESL Classes

Tuesday and Wednesday, 7 p.m., Donegan Hall

Messiah Matters

The winter issue of Messiah Matters will be mailed out at the end of November. This issue will cover Jan.-Mar. 2010. Please email all submissions no later than Nov. 15th (earlier would be much better please) to info@rhinebeck-episcopal.org. Call Su in the office if you do not have email (876-3533).

Help Those In Need with Tax Preparation

Help hard-working families in your community by volunteering to prepare tax returns. We are a Dutchess County coalition comprised of several local organizations. Our mission is Creating Assets Savings and Hope, CASH-Coalition. Our goal is to ensure working, low-income families receive free, reliable tax preparation and obtain federal and state earned income tax credits. [...]

A Gift for that Someone Who Has Everything

“Oh no!” you say. “Not a Christmas message already!” Well, it really isn’t that far away. And if you do have someone who has everything and is “difficult to buy for,” consider a gift that will make a lasting change through Episcopal Relief and Development. Purchase in that person’s name, a goat, a share [...]

ECW Nicaraguan Ministry

Marlene Alexander continues to collect donations for this ministry. The ECW asks that each family donate $10.00 per year to this worthy cause that helps feed eight impoverished women in Nicaragua. If you have not yet made your donation this year, please see Marlene to do so.

Embrace an Expense—Angel Fund

Book of Common Prayer: Thank you, we have exceeded our goal! Sohner Grand Piano in choir room: needs to be refurbished. Reggie has gotten an estimate from a well-respected professional service person that includes cleaning, tuning, repositioning, regulating, and replacing various mechanisms. “Short of rebuilding the instrument, this is the most affordable alternative and [...]

Mad Dash 2009 Finale

Mad Dash volunteers and others who would like to join an evening of fellowship are invited to join Joann Clark at her home the evening of November 14. Please RSVP to Joann at 845-876-5189 or clarence.and.joann.clark @ gmail.com

Acolyte Bowling Party

All acolytes and their families are invited to a bowling party followed by a pizza party the afternoon of Nov. 8th. John Madden has generously offered to cover the cost of the party. Thank you Mr. Madden! Please let Chele Fox know either way if you will or will not be able to [...]

Stewardship Month

Come to our annual Stewardship Potluck Luncheon on Sunday, Nov. 15th after the 10:00 service. Enjoy fellowship, good food, a chance to speak with others about sharing time and talent. And, if you have not already returned your pledge card by that time, you can take this opportunity to drop it in the pledge [...]

Sister City Dance

SAVE THE DATE: Mid Hudson Larreynaga Sister City Dance slated for Nov 7th at 8pm in our parish hall with the live dance music of SOÑANDO. $ 20 per person/$35 per couple. Those who bring a non-perishable food item to donate to our pantry will get a free door prize ticket. Anyone that would [...]

Announcements for Sunday Bulletin or Church Website

If you have an announcement for the Sunday bulletin or church website, please call Su (876-3533) or send an email with the details to info@rhinebeck-episcopal.org. Deadline for the Sunday bulletin is the Wed. morning preceding the Sunday you would like the announcement to begin appearing.

Readings for October 18, the Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

Isaiah 53: 4-12 Hebrews 4: 12-16 Mark 10: 35-45

Psalm 91

Lessons and readings for past and future weeks may be found on The Lectionary Page.

Community Lecture Series: Mid-Hudson Antislavery History Project

The people of Dutchess and Ulster counties played a unique role in the struggle to end slavery. The Mid-Hudson Antislavery History Project works to call attention to this neglected aspect of our past. The lecture will focus on their goals and accomplishments to date. The Mid-Hudson Antislavery History Project –Saturday, October 31, 2009 4 [...]

Embrace an Expense—Angel Fund

Book of Common Prayer: Thank you, we have exceeded our goal! Sohner Grand Piano in choir room: needs to be refurbished. Reggie has gotten an estimate from a well-respected professional service person that includes cleaning, tuning, repositioning, regulating, and replacing various mechanisms. “Short of rebuilding the instrument, this is the most affordable alternative and [...]

Women’s Retreat at Linwood

Brochures including registration forms for the Women’s Retreat at Linwood (11/20-22) are available in the Narthex. Registration deadline is October 26th. If you have any questions, please call Pam Wright (266-4381) or Josette Lee (876-6793).

Annual Parish Picnic–CANCELED

The annual parish picnic scheduled for Sunday Oct. 25th at 3:00 pm has been canceled.

Church and the H1N1 flu virus

Last week, Fr. Jay announced three recommendations regarding how we can try to protect ourselves from the expected H1N1 (commonly called swine flu) virus. In the narthex of the church are copies of his entire recommendation, including his sources of information and counsel, the reasoning for his recommendations and his assurance that this is [...]

Movies With Spirit

A Humanity’s Team Grassroots Activity Supported by the Ulster County Religious Council, Kingston Area Council of Churches, Ministers’ Alliance of Ulster County and Mid-Hudson Islamic Association. at 7 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Clinton Avenue United Methodist Church, 122 Clinton Ave. in Kingston. “Wall-E,” directed by Andrew Stanton, who [...]

Outreach Committee Meeting

There will be a meeting of the Outreach Committee in Donegan Hall this Tuesday, October 20th at 7:00 pm. New members are encouraged and always welcome. If you would like to be a part of the Outreach Committee or think you would like to be, but are unsure, please come to the meeting.

ECW Nicaraguan Ministry

Jesus fed 5000 but we here at Messiah feed 8 elderly Nicaraguan women throughout the year thanks to the generosity of our parishioners. Not as miraculous but to these 8 ladies every bit their miracle. One woman with the tears streaming down her face said to us the day Gilda and I went to [...]

Outreach Committee Meeting

Donegan Hall 7:00 pm, Tuesday.

Cuddle Blanket Project

Donegan Hall, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Food Pantry

Donegan Hall, 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Morning Prayer and Healing Service

Tyler Chapel, 9:00 am

Al-Anon Meeting

Donegan Hall, 8:00-9:00 pm

AA Meeting

Donegan Hall. 7:00-8:00 pm

Holy Communion

9:00 am, Tyler Chapel

ESL Classes

Parish Hall, 7:00-9:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday

Flowers for the Altar

If you would like to donate flowers for the Altar please contact the office (876-3533). Flowers may be donated in memory of, in honor of, or in thanksgiving for someone or something. The suggested donation is $30.00. Most Sundays are available.

Thank You

The Spaghetti Dinner was a resounding success and raised $550.00 (after expenses) for resupplying the kitchen. It would not have been possible without the help of many. Thank you to Deirdre Fisher for creating the posters that were placed throughout Rhinebeck. Ralph Chianese deserves a huge hand of applause for making the delicious marinara [...]