Smile for the camera

Welcome Olan Mills

Olan Mills, the company which is publishing the new pictorial parish directory, began taking the first set of photos this week.

Please note that the "studio" site has changed, and the photos will be taken in the Parish Library, in the lower level of the Church. For your appointment, just enter through the North Transept door in the back parking lot.

We apologize for any inconvenience; this new venue suits the needs of the Olan Mills photography staff better -- and of course, now you'll have the opportunity to view the beautiful memorial courtyard outside the Library in full bloom!

One in Spirit -- Photos from the Fourth!

We hope you all had a wonderful Independence Day. From the looks of it, the CHS float did the Parish proud.

Lori Linton shared these photos with us -- please send us any shots you might have, and we'll add them to this post.

Taking Care of Business begins on Wednesday, July 7, at 3:30 in the Parish Hall. This four-session course covers everything you need to know about end-of-life choices, funeral planning, cremation, burials, funeral home arrangements, wills, trusts and planned giving. Please join Father Adam and Sara Fry for any or all of these sessions!

Photography for the new pictorial directory begins this week, downstairs in the Parish Hall. If you need to schedule or reschedule an appointment, you may call Olan Mills, the directory publisher, at 1 800 866-2263.

The new directory is sure to be an invaluable resources for our Parish community and staff, as well as for visitors and new members. Please make every effort to be part of this very special "Parish Family Album!"

Tuesday's Blood Drive was an outstanding success despite the hot weather and the pressures of a holiday week. There was an exceptional turnout, and the American Red Cross collected more than 50 pints of much-needed blood. Much thanks to everyone who contributed to this important effort.

Community Blood Drive at CHS Today!

Orleans
Community
Blood Drive





The American Red Cross Blood drive is
today, Tuesday, June 6
from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
here at the Church of the Holy Spirit.

Needs are critical and
your donation makes a difference.
Please take this opportunity to donate today!


Giving the gift of life just got a little sweeter --
Come in to donate blood, and
receive a coupon for a FREE carton of Friendly's Ice Cream.

Donors will also receive a holiday T-shirt!

We wish you a safe and happy Independence Day.

Please come see the Church of the Holy Spirit float in the Orleans Parade on Saturday; Father Adam will be marching along with a dedicated staff of volunteers led by Mary Anne Bragdon.

Blessings to you and your family during the Independence Day weekend. Happy Fourth!

This month, Father Adam and Sara Fry are offering a special four-session course

Taking Care of Business

This summer, the Church of the Holy Spirit is offering a special series called "Taking Care of Business," a four-session course on everything you need to know about end-of-life choices. The course is led by Father Adam S. Linton, our Rector, and Sara T. Fry, the Coordinator of Health and Parish Nursing Ministries. The sessions are held at the Parish Hall on Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. These invaluable sessions are free of charge to the Parish and anyone else who would care to attend. New to CHS? Click here for directions.

The information discussed during the program includes:

• funeral planning
• cremations
• burials
• funeral home arrangements
• wills
• trusts
• planned giving

There is no registration and you are welcome to attend any or all of the sessions.

July 7 -- Making and Communicating End-of-Life Choices
Moderator, Sara T. Fry, Coordinator of Health and Parish Nursing Ministries.


July 14
Practical Funeral Planning Methods
Moderator, Father Adam S. Linton, Rector


July 21
The Funeral Liturgy & Funeral Home Planning
Moderator, Father Adam S. Linton, Rector


Funeral Home Planning --
Mark Conroy, Pre-need Director, Nickerson Funeral Home

July 28
Record Keeping and Legal Documents
Moderator, Father Adam S. Linton, Rector.

Wills, Trusts and Planned Giving,
Mr. Fred Plumb, Attorney at Law, Planned Giving Committee.

Please feel free to call the Parish Office at 508-255-0433 if you have any questions.