Recent EVENTS
Last Updated: August 17, 2010

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Sunday July 25 was a sad day for St. Faith’s because we must say goodbye to Stephen and Christopher Branch. They are moving to Georgia. We will miss them and wish them happiness as they settle in to their new home. A reception was held in their honor.

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Sunday July 4 was celebrated with an Independence Day Picnic. Tons of food and good cheer were enjoyed by all. A slide show of the festivities is HERE.

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CONFIRMATION SUNDAY Demi Carlin, Luz M. Espona-Iturbe and James Jeffery Seale were presented for confirmation and Ann Abell and Benita Alexis reaffirmed their baptismal vows at the Confirmation Service June 13, 2010. Bishop Leo Frade presided together with Rev. Jennie Lou Reid and Rev. Cyril E. White.

After the service the parish hosted a feast in the parish hall. The men had roasted a pig and a turkey, and the women had provided the side dishes and deserts. Thanks to John Hrasar for organizing this event that included the hard work of Barry Bullock, Lawrence Ventura, John Robinson, Ed Frye, John Monteleone and others. They started cooking at 4:30 AM in order to be prepared for the crowds... and pressure cleaned the patio by 7:00 AM just to kill time.

A slide show of photos as provided by Guillermo Perez-iturbe. and Luz Espona has been posted. More photos will be added as they are received.

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On Saturday May 1st, our brother Tom Johnson (seen here with wife Laverne) was honored by St. Faith’s and the Cursillo and Kairos ministries, at an Ultreya. What’s that you say? Well an Ultreya (which means “Onward” in Spanish) is a meeting of people who have shared the Cursillo experience. They meet to share their life experiences based on the tenets of Cursillo life, and no one exemplifies this more than Tom Johnson. The theme of this Ultreya was “Planting the Seed”. . Special thanks to Valerie Hrasar for her hard work in organizing this happy (surprise) event.
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Church on the Beach” Sunday, April 18, - was a success ... even with the 'light' rain... about 60 attended our Worship and Picnic at Homestead Bayfront Park. Thank you to ALL who made the extra effort.

There was a light rain; and some 'cool' breezes ... but inspiration and fun was had by all.

We met under the shelter, and gathered for services. John and the Choir provided music using the portable keyboard. Mother Reid led the service, the Youth provided interpretive readings; and we concluded with Holy Communion.

Then we feasted on BBQ from Shorty's; and the kids played. A few hearty young ones even went swimming.

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Holy Week Services 2010: Beautiful Weather greeted the 7:00 am Great Vigil and 10:00 AM Festive Sung Holy Eucharist

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PALM SUNDAY PHOTOS 2010:

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Holy Baptism was Sunday January 10 at 10:00 AM:

Nicole Rylee Carlin , received the Sacrament of new birth on January 10 at the 10 am service.

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Mother Reid Celebrated the 10th anniversary of her Ordination


Mother Reid's tenth anniversary of ordination to the Priesthood was celebrated at the service of January 10, 2010. The children presented her with some flowers

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Breakfast with Santa was Sunday Dec 20:

St. Faith had breakfast with Santa on Sunday December 20. Our chef of the day was Barry Bullock – so in addition to meeting and greeting Santa we were “feasted” by Barry and his band of helpers. A family friendly Holy Eucharist followed the breakfast.
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Open House - Ben and (Mother) Jennie Lou Reid: Everyone gathered for a wonderful evening of conversation, great food and drinks Sunday December 13.

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St. Lucia's Visit: Sunday December 13 during the ten o’clock service we were visited by St. Lucia in accordance with the tradition of Sweden. Each year on December 13, Saint Lucia is celebrated widely with candlelight and traditional candle-lit processions. Lucia herself was Christian and died for her faith. The December 13 holiday honors her.

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Air Show at Homestead Air Base - November 7 & 8
First Time since Hurricane Andrew.
About 25 hearty souls from St. Faith volunteered at a food concession at the Homestead Air Show. Organized as a fundraiser activity our booth was front and center/ right on the flight line with a front row seat to all of the activity.[Thanks to Larry Ventura]. The event drew 80,000+ spectators on Saturday and again on Sunday. We never imagined so many 'hungry" people. Bishop Schofield even stopped by for a bite (twice). The food preparation and distribution was non-stop from 9:00am until 5:00 pm. At the end of the day we were exhausted, but it was a really great time and great fellowship .. Look at all the fun time we had. Photos from Saturday here

[send pictures from Sunday if you have them to webadmin@saintfaiths.org]

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Avery Sierra Anderson-Kelly received the Sacrament of Holy Baptism
10:00 AM Sunday October 25, 2009

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New Lay Eucaristic Visitors Commissioned: We congratulate the new Lay Eucharistic Visitors Tom Graf, Stephen Branch, Kirk David, Andrea Frye, Isabel Graf, Blanche Griffith, Marcia Hitchins, John Hrasar, Valerie Hrasar, and Marcea Paul commissioned at the July 26, 2009 service. This is an important ministry and we ask you to help them fulfill their calling. They cannot visit the sick and shut-ins if they don’t know who they are. Please call the office, 305-235-3621, if you know of someone who needs to be visited. .....

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Dean Reid attended the General Convention California July 8 - July 17. Read her posts:

Dean Reid Sings in First Volunteer Choir - Episcopal Conventon 2009

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ST. FAITH CHOIR CONCERT JULY 18
They raised the roof with glorious sound. If you weren’t here on Saturday, the 18th, for the Third Festival of Music Concert Series you missed something special. The two hours flew by and left everyone wishing it would go on for another hour. Norma Darby, John Mahannah and our own St. Faith’s Choir, were joined by the choir of the Church of the Ascension, the Jamaica Folk Review and soloists (not in choir presentations) Evan Bascombe, Kay Price, Jean Quinn, and Noel Heron. Kris Nicholson offered music on the piano. Nothing can describe the emotional experience of seeing 150 people, joining hands, and singing “Let there be peace on earth.” It brought tears to many eyes. Hats off to Norma Darby for organizing this inspiring event.

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ICE CREAM SOCIAL: was held at St. Faith’s on Sunday, July 5th. Worship at 10:00 was followed by an old fashioned “American” Ice Cream Social. There were games and a drawing for discount coupons to the Golden Corral restaurant. We extend our thanks to those who made it happen – Marcia Paul, Tracey MacDonald, Valerie Hrasar and Carol Bertoli, and, or course, all those who contributed food.
Slide show of PICTURES HERE

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ST. FAITH'S PARISH DINNER & SILENT AUCTION
WAS A FABULOUS SUCCESS - Photos Here

About 130 of us met at Signature Gardens for a wonderful meal; and Silent Auction Event Friday June 12. The event was a tremendous success. We had an enchanted evening of conversation and a great time bidding against each other for the various items up for auction. The event raised a profit in excess of $6,400! !

Thanks to LARRY VENTURA and all who helped organized and worked so hard for this parish dinner and auction. Please Link HERE for a list of the individuals and businesses that supported this event.

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ST. FAITH'S RUMMAGE SALE MAY 16, 2009

Our Rummage Sale was a great success. June Bullock did a fantastic job of organizing and the people from the parish worked really hard preparing for the day and spending their Saturday selling. The results are amazing. We raised $1501.15. All goods that were left were donated to the Coalition for the Homeless in Homestead.

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Mother's Day Breakfast - Sunday May 10

The Mother's of St. Faith Episcopal Church were honored with a breakfast. Once more we thank Barry Bullock, Val Darby and their band of merry helpers for their culinary expertise. Photos here.

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Fr. Verell was Guest Celebrant on Sunday May 10

Fr. Gary Verell, our one time rector (1989-2000) was our Celebrant for the day while Dean Reid was out of town attending her son Ben's graduation. Fr. Verell is well remembered and loved by the congregation so this was a happy occasion for all

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New Tree Planted for Earth Day Donated by Robert Hatos

A Rainbow Eucalyptus which on display in only two other places in Miami was planted by Robert Hatos and Ed Frye on Earth Day Saturday. It is planted at the far WEST end of our parking lot - near the exit ramp from the turnpike. This is a very fast growing tree, and should be providing us with additional shade and beauty very quickly.

Mr. Robert Hatos has surprised us again by donating a second rainbow eucaluptus tree. It isn’t just the donation of a tree but he, along with Ed Frye, has planted it too.

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Three New Bushes Planted

Three new bushes were planted on the south side of the church patio out side the sanctuary. They were contributed by Carol Bertoli in honor of her mother Mildred Smith and by Carol Milner in honor of her grandmother.

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Earth Day Services April 25, 2009

Services were held outside on our patio, under the oak tree.
Sermon was by Tom Graf.
After Services at 10, we had a BBQ of hamburgers, hotdogs, and lots of other side dishes.
Photos here.

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