The Third Sunday after the Epiphany
This Morning – This Week – Upcoming Events – Get Involved
Today we give thanks for the Baptism of Akur and Theonie,
and welcome students and their chaperones from Taylor University, Indiana.
Welcome to St. Paul’s Within the Walls, the multi-cultural, multi-lingual Episcopal church in the heart of Rome. The main focus of our outreach ministry is the Joel Nafuma Refugee Center (JNRC), offering services to refugees and asylum seekers. Whether you are here for the first time, are returning visitors or regular members of the congregation, we invite you to participate as fully as possible in our worship and ministries.
For our younger members and visitors, there is a Children’s Corner with toys, books and coloring sheets near the wooden pulpit. Feel free to make use of it!
We would love the chance to talk to each one of you, so please join us in the garden for coffee before and after the Eucharist this morning. And if you are looking for somewhere to have lunch, why not join us at the Quirinale Hotel? (€15 for a first course, water and coffee, full menu also available).
Please sign our digital Visitor’s Card and leave comments or questions, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter so you don’t miss out on what’s going on.
Didn’t pick up a bulletin? Not to worry – you can view it online here!
This Week
Sun 21
10.30 Sung Holy Eucharist with Holy Baptism
followed by a Parish luncheon in the Crypt
18.30 Luminaria: Organ Recital by Matteo Imbruno
Music by J. S. Bach, F. Liszt, L. Boëllmann
Mon 22
09.00 Oración de la Mañana en español
(Facebook live,shortlink = https://rb.gy/r9vi7)
20.30 The Four Seasons (Opera in Roma, 3515057608)
Tue 23
12.30 Holy Eucharist, Anglican Center
P.za del Collegio Romano 2
20.30 La Traviata (Opera e Lirica, 3381218424)
Wed 24
09.00 Preghiera della Mattina in italiano
(Facebook live,shortlink = https://rb.gy/r9vi7)
19.00 Wednesday Within the Walls (Via Napoli 58, 2nd floor)
20.30 The Three Tenors (Opera e Lirica, 3381218424)
Thu 25
09.00 Estudio Biblico in Spanish
(Facebook live,shortlink = https://rb.gy/r9vi7)
Fri 26
20.30 La Traviata (Musica&Musica 06 4826296)
Sat 27
09.00 Morning Prayer in English
(Facebook live,shortlink = https://rb.gy/r9vi7)
20.30 I Tre Tenori (Opera in Roma, 3515057608)
Twelve Step Groups
English speaking AA and Al-Anon meet at various times during the week (Via Napoli entrance, the gate after the Office door). For more information please call Michael at +39 3332751669.
Upcoming Events
Luminaria: Concerts by Candlelight
Our very own Sunday concert series: this season all concerts begin at 18.30 and are free, (donations will be most gratefully received)!
Farewell to Fr. Austin & Bishop’s Visitation
Farewell to Fr. Austin & Bishop’s Visitation
Sunday 28th January will be Fr. Austin’s last Sunday with us before leaving to take up his new post as Bishop of California. Bishop Mark Edington will be with us that day for Baptism, Confirmation and Reception. Preparatory sessions for the candidates will be held on Saturday 20th and 24th at Wednesday Within the Walls – please speak to Fr. Austin or Fr. Johnathan for more information. The service will be followed by a farewell lunch and celebration of ministry at the Hotel Quirinale. See the Newsletter for details!
The Rt. Rev. Mark Edington, Bishop-in-charge of the Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe, will be with us for a couple of months following the departure of Fr. Austin. On Sunday 4th February we will also be joined by The Rev. Michael Rusk, Rector of Emmanuel Church in Geneva, who is our liaison the Council of Advice.
Here for the Real
This year, we are calling on all St. Paul’s members to make intentional efforts to be real with one another. This involves learning more about one another, leading to improved relationships and a renewed ability to work and serve together. Being real also means being honest about how challenging it is to fund ministry without a greater base of congregational giving. Help us achieve our giving goal of €62,500 by contributing to our campaign today! We hope that every member and household is willing to be HERE FOR THE REAL and make a giving estimate for 2024.
Get Involved:
At St. Paul’s:
On Sundays
Even if you’re only here for a short time, we want your help! If you can help us out in preparing the Altar, acting as Greeter or Acolyte, or reading the lessons and prayers, please speak to Andrea or call the Parish Office. The schedule is organized week by week via WhatsApp on the basis of availability. Training is given! Greatest current need: Greeters and Acolytes.
Prayer Group and Daughters of the King
The Prayer Group of St. Paul’s and Daughters of the King assist with prayers for healing on the first Sunday of each month. For information on the Prayer Group please speak to Ben Oduwole; if you would like to know more about the Daughters of the King, please speak to Yvette Manigold or Maleah Rios; or call the Parish Office.
Joel Nafuma Refugee Center
If you are interested in volunteering your time teaching on a regular basis, helping with the distribution of clothing and toiletries, or if you have professional skills you would like to offer, please speak to Mansur Nadri or send an email to admin@jnrc.it. The JNRC accepts donations of second-hand clothing and shoes (clean and in good condition, please), and underwear or socks only if new. We can also take some children’s clothing and toys.
In the Convocation:
This is my Story: Online Forum
Saturday, February 10th, 10am to midday
Leader: The Rev. Mpho Tutu van Furth
Recognizing and acknowledging where we are, enables us to address repentance, forgiveness, repair and reconciliation. For more info and registration, click here.
“How do I know it’s God speaking?”
This year the Convocation spirituality retreat will be held on the Monk’s Mountain above Salzburg on 3-5 May 2024; led by Sr Kristina Frances SSM. Deadline for registration is 1st March 2024. For more info, click here.
And Finally…
If you have enjoyed your visit to St. Paul’s, please consider making a financial contribution, great or small. Donations can be made through our Tithe.ly app, by Paypal, bank transfer or cash in the offering plate (envelopes are available if necessary). More information and links can be found here .