Emmanuel Episcopal Church

Chatham Concert Series to Begin New Season at Emmanuel on November 11

Once again, Emmanuel is pleased to donate the use of its sanctuary as venue for the popular Chatham Concert Series.  The series is quickly becoming a Chatham tradition and is making a name for itself in the world of classical music.

Concert plans include, for the first time, a December Christmas concert and sing-along as well as a special tribute to Saint Patrick in March.  Artistic Director Kevin Matheson and President Bryan Matheson have been busy booking a wide variety of musical talent from near and far, and are still at work to ensure a lively, varied and enjoyable season.

The season opener, scheduled for Friday, November 11, will be an evening of classical guitar.  Some think of the guitar as little more than a rhythm instrument.  This concert, with that instrument in the hands of Guitarist Stanley Alexandrowicz, is sure to open some eyes... and ears!  Come see what the guitar is capable of doing in the hands of a master.

Emmanuel Enjoys Autumn Picnic

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On Sunday evening, September 25, parishioners and guests enjoyed the weather -- as summer gave way to fall -- and one another’s company as well as great food at Emmanuel’s Autumn Picnic hosted by Bill and Janis Simpson.

The setting was lovely, with the slanting sun playing light and shadow over the pastures and woods of the Cherrystone valley.  From the Simpson deck where we congregated, we could see hundreds of purple “Encore” azaleas showing off with their second bloom of the year.

Tred, Johnny and Seth Hunt catered barbeque sandwiches with spicy beans and coleslaw.  The rest of us contributed home-baked cakes, pies, crisps and pastries, as well as wine, beer and soft drinks.

Beth Coles had arranged flowers for each table where, after Jim Mathieson’s blessing, we settled in to enjoy the savory meal and lively conversation.

The Autumn Picnic is a charming Emmanuel tradition which once again left no one disappointed.  We all extend many thanks to the Simpsons for their hospitality!

Those who’d like to receive more picnic photos should supply Susan Paynter with an email address.

The Pruden Parish Press for September 2011 Is Now Online

   The September 2011 issue of The Pruden Parish Press, a periodic newsletter containing news and information for parishioners and friends of Emmanuel, is now online. The current issue includes:

• Chatham Concert Series to Begin New Season,

• Vestry Notes from the  Senior Warden,

• Clarinetist Alex Jones Headlines May Concert,

• Calendar Notes for September - November 2011, and

• Something New Underfoot.

 

Click here to read the September issue online.

Earlier issues may be viewed at The Pruden Parish Press.

To receive future issues by mail, please call or email the Parish Office.

Parish Picnic - Sunday, September 25

Bill and Janis Simpson have invited us all to their lovely home on Cherrystone Road for the 2011 Emmanuel Autumn Picnic.  The date will be Sunday, September 25; the hour, 5:00 in the   evening.

The bucolic setting and good company aren’t the only things to look forward to.  Tred Hunt will cater the main course and parishioners will fill in with beverages and desserts, so we know the meal will be tasty.

Be sure to put the picnic on your calendar.  This is an event you won’t want to miss!