VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Hello to all,

Soup on Saturday is important to many people in our community. It is important that we have volunteers to keep it going. I have a busy schedule for November and December. I have vendor shows on November 14th. I will also need eye surgery soon. The procedure has not been scheduled yet. I am not sure how long the recovery process really will be. Please let me know which Saturdays you are able to volunteer.

Jodi

‘TIS THE SEASON!
The season of friends, family, and holidays!! The Events Team met after church to plan and discuss!! What’s happening here?
 
11/22-Gratitude Potluck-Unfortunately the Faith Builders won’t be joining us this year. They have a new instructor this year, and it wasn’t on his radar. Hopefully they will join us again next year. In the meantime, there is a sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer. In addition to food, if you’re able to help with set up or clean up, please sign up for that as well, and check with Deb if you have questions. The Faith Builders have brought desserts in the past, so we will need some of those. The church will provide baked chicken.

Angel Tree-For the past several years members of our church have helped families at the Liberty House have a merrier Christmas by Christmas shopping for them. Our Angel Tree will, hopefully, be at the Gratitude Potluck! Please check it out, and if you are so inclined, choose a tag that speaks to you! The joy your gift may bring to a youth is immeasurable! Watch for the tree!! Gifts will be due by December 17th. Here is your chance to be a real Secret Santa!!

12/5-Christmas Sing Along-Sandy Ball will be leading us as we practice our Christmas carols!! We will join up in the Parish House at 4pm. Finish around 6pm. There will be snacks and beverages! And if you would like to contribute your favorite holiday treat, please do!

12/12-Hanging Of the Greens-Or decorating the Sanctuary!! Each year we gather to hang wreaths, put candles in the windows, trim the tree, and turn the Sanctuary into a beautiful place. Feel free to come and help out! We will start at 1pm. And it takes a bit. BUT if you end up hungry, remember, SOS (Soup on Saturday) from 3-5!

12/21-Yule Celebration-Our pagan group will celebrate! More to follow regarding this.

12/24 CHRISTMAS EVE!!- 5:30pm As is the tradition at our church, we will celebrate together, and follow with a reception in the Parish House.  We will need some help getting set up, so watch for a sign up. If you are willing to provide holiday treats, please check with Deb or sign up!

1/16-Bringing in the New Year Game Night-Details to follow!!

FIVE WISHES
Thanks to everyone who took a copy of the Five Wishes document to record your end-of-life wishes. There are still copies available, so please see Jane Ellen or Jodi if you would like one. As you complete your document, we ask that you send a copy to the church, or bring it by for us to make a copy that the minister can keep in a confidential file to assist you and your family at the time of your death.

CHATTING ABOUT CANOPY: A TREE GATHERING FOR NWPA
KEY DETAILS
Event Title: Chatting about Canopy: A Tree Gathering for NWPA
Event Time: Sunday November 15th 2026 3pm-5pm
Event Location: Cathedral of St Paul 134 W 7th St, Erie, PA 16501
Event Organizer: K Ruth director@paipl.org
Event Registration Page: https://forms.gle/vxb371GGeuHsKfJW8

EVENT DESCRIPTION
Are you interested in exploring how your community or congregation can take action to care for existing tree canopy and plant more trees? Or maybe you are ready to meet with others who do? Join us for an afternoon of conversation exploring tree equity and resources available to grow canopy and community. Join us for an afternoon of tree-talk, hosted by religious, spiritual, and environmental partners across the region.
This event is being hosted as part of the Roots, Branches, & Hands program, which is a multi-faith community forestry program. This is an interfaith gathering, open to all.
Date & Time: Sunday November 15th 3PM-5PM
Location: Cathedral of St Paul 134 W 7th St, Erie, PA 16501
About: Attendees will engage in a guided set of conversations designed to get folks chatting about tree canopy, discussing community needs, and identifying opportunities for action. A short presentation on the benefits of trees, tree equity, and existing efforts to plant trees across the region will be led by gathering partners. Come equipped with your notebook and pen!
Co-Hosts: PA IPL; St Paul’s Cathedral; Erie Spiritual Coalition; Groundwork Erie; Releaf Erie; NWPA Lutheran Synod Green Team; Benedictine Sisters of Erie.

Lead Organizer: K Ruth director@paipl.org