St. Augustine’s Weekly Church Newsletter

“Be careful how you live. You may be the only Bible some people will ever read.” William J. Toms

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost June 21, 2026

Vol. 6 Issue 3

Collect: O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you

never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your

loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy

Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

Preparing for Worship

The congregation is encouraged to read and study the lectionary for the upcoming

Saturday. On June 21, we will observe The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost. The

lessons are: Romans 6:1b-11; Psalm 86:1-10,16-17; Matthew 10: 24-39; Genesis

21:8-21.

Fathers in Our Lives

We give our thanks, Creator God, for the fathers in our lives.

Fatherhood does not come with a manual, and reality teaches us that some fathers

excel while others fail.

We ask for Your blessings for them all and forgiveness where it is needed. This

Father's Day we remember the many sacrifices fathers make for their children and

families, and the ways--both big and small--they lift children to achieve dreams

thought beyond reach.

So too, we remember all those who have helped fill the void when fathers pass early

or are absent; grandfathers and uncles, brothers and cousins, teachers, pastors and

coaches and the women of our families.

For those who are fathers, we ask for wisdom and humility in the face of the task of

parenting. Give them the strength to do well by their children and by You.

In Your Holy name, O God, we pray.

Amen source: Archdiocese of Malta June 17, 2018

The Graduate: Miss Rachel Jeanine Morgan

Miss Rachel Jeanine Morgan, member of the Smithfield High School Class of 2026,

was honored this past Sunday, June 14, by St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church. She

was recognized by the various church organizations, including the Men’s Club, of

which her grandfather is the president. See photo below.

Rachel spoke eloquently as she thanked the congregation for supporting her

endeavors over the past several years. School has kept her grounded with Varsity

Indoor and Outdoor Track and Field, JROTC, FBLA and more. “Church has given

me a sense of belonging to a Christian Family.” She’s been a “busy church bee” by

serving as an acolyte (first server, second server, crucifer and torch bearer), an

Outreach Lunch Program Volunteer, and being a member of the youth choir. In the

fall, she’ll be heading to Hampton University.

Rachel is the daughter of Dr. Wendy W. Morgan and Dr. David G. Morgan. She is

the granddaughter of George and Norma Whitted. Other family members and friends

were on hand to celebrate with Rachel, including brother, David Jr.

Rachel’s guiding Bible verse is the oft-quoted Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things

through Christ who strengthens me.”

We wish Rachel the best as she embarks upon her college career. Way to go, Rachel. Fantastic job.

Brothers Preach first Sermon

Twin brothers, Ibrahim and Víctor Kamate, provided mini sermons this past Sunday,

June 14. Ibrahim spoke of the significance of being a Christian. He reminded us, “to

not worry or be afraid, because nothing can compare to the plan God has for us.” He

emphasized what it means to follow Jesus and that we must learn to love one another,

because God is Love. “What does your relationship with God look like?”

Victor explained what it means to truly follow the Lord. He quoted Matthew 23: 5-26

and Romans 5:11 to explain what we, as Christians, are called to do. “You must

accept the Lord, repent and have pure faith in the Lord.”

The twins, college students, are the sons of Candace Hundley Kamate and grandsons

of Valeria Hundley. They authored their own sermons. They and Rachel are pictured

below with their Bible Study companions. Ibrahim is in the top photo at the right (I

think) and Ibrahim is in the bottom photo.

On the Calendar

June 19 - JUNETEENTH (Friday)

June 21 – Morning Prayer; Rick Watson Officiating

June 21 – Father’s Day

June 28 - TBA

July 11 – International Food and Drink Festival with a Flare

PRAYER LIST

If you know someone who is unable to get to church, for any reason, please let us

know. We’d love to be able to visit with them and take them communion. If you

know of someone who is sick, please do not assume we know. A quick phone call or

email to the church secretary would be greatly appreciated. Judith Neal:

[email protected]. Please let Judy know when to remove a name. Thank you.

Currently on our Prayer List are Forrest Black, Alberta Boyd, Bettye Collins,

Burgandi Collins (Granddaughter of Bettye Collins), Imani Collins-Black, Eric

Curtin, DeVera Cooke, Ret. Bishop Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe,

Bishop Susan Haynes, Fr. Charles de Kay and Family, Peggy Dawkins, Edwin

(Larry) Hall II (Brother of Pam Hall and Wanda Tynes-Childress), Carolyn Hobson

(Harmony on the Peninsula, Yorktown), Brandon Hooks (Brother-in-law of Hollie

Monroe-Johnson), Tiffany Johnson and Son, William; Pat Jackson; Sandra Johnson

(sister of Joan Moore), Nina Kenney-Dunn, Icilma Lorde, Zeniah Maldonado, Fr.

Dan and Elizabeth Ann Mannen, Phyllis Mather, Vermon and William Miller, Mia

Monroe, Judy and Leonard Neal, Beverly Pryor-Dunomes, Thaddeus and Lady

Savage, Russell Swann, Peggy Theiss (twin sister of Fr. Dan Mannen), James

Thomas, John Torres, Marian Travis, Lamar Tynes, and Craig Wallace

A Gentle Reminder

The prelude, the first act of worship, allows the organist to set the tone for the

service, inviting worshipers to gather, to transition from their busy lives into a sacred

place of communion with God and with each other. It should be understood that the

prelude is not just pretty background music, but music that is selected with the

specific intent of inviting people into worship, to gather their thoughts and meditate

upon the music being offered. All talking should cease to facilitate quiet reflection.

The postlude is the loud and enthusiastic “Amen” to worship! It is a piece of music

played after the service is over. Worship ends at the last note of the postlude, just as it

begins at the first note of the prelude. The postlude provides the transition from

sacred worship back into our varied lives and activities, equipped with renewed

courage, energy, and a commitment to serve God and others, until we are able to meet

again, as a community, in worship.

Services on YouTube

St. Augustine’s services are live streamed on YouTube. You do not need to have an

account to watch. The link is emailed each Sunday morning. If you miss the live

stream of the worship service, a recording will remain on YouTube to view later.

Access by entering “st augustines nn episcopal church.”

June Birthdays and Anniversaries

 1 - Takisha S. Saunders

2 – Olga Hobson

3 – Simone Douglas-Shepard

Jordan Bryce Ponton

Jonathan F. Redcross

Julian N. Redcross

5 – Asa Lennox Price

Adrian Hope Sayles-Pope

6 – Barbara L. McBride

Robert Grant Viney III

8 – Danielle Hobson Capers

Peggy D. Dawkins

10 – Trent Bryce Foy

Pam Hall

12 – John Torres

13 - Jon Waldo Scott

15 – Tamara Reed

19 – Malayia Royall

23 – William “Billy” Birchette IV

25 – Philip A. Marks

26 – Susan Joseph Saunders

27 – Ronald Brooks

Cynthia Watson

28 – Ebonè Brooks

Beverly Pryor-Dunomes

Carolyn Hobson

Samantha Reed

30 – Vance “TJ” Walton, Jr.

June Wedding Anniversaries:

Ricky and Cynthia Watson June 24

If this is your birthday month and your name does not appear on the list above, please contact Judy

Neal or Rose Parker with an email or text at [email protected] or [email protected].

Priest-in-Charge: The Rev. Charles A. de Kay

Vestry Members

Senior Warden – Samuel Barnes – ‘27

Junior Warden – George Whitted – ’26 (term extended)

Register – Annette Monroe-Martin – ‘27

Treasurer – Roscoe Redcross

Glenda Geer – ‘27

Valeria Hundley – ‘27

Phyllis Mather – ‘28

Shauna Daley – ‘28

Thaddeus Savage – ‘29

Tiffany Thomas – ‘29

Rick Watson – ‘28

Requirements for vestry membership are spelled out in the church bylaws. Judith Neal will provide

you with a copy upon request.

The Vestry of St. Augustine’s consists of nine church members elected by the congregation to serve

in a leadership capacity in conjunction with the Rector/Priest-in-Charge. Each year, two to three

members are elected for 3-year terms so that the Vestry has a factor of continuity. The body meets

monthly, typically on the second Wednesday of each month, to conduct the business of the church.

The Vestry has a Secretary/Register who is elected by the Vestry. This officer records and publishes

the minutes and fulfills other roles as needed. The Vestry has a Treasurer who is elected by the

Vestry and is responsible for the oversight of all financial matters of the parish. This officer is

supported by a Finance Committee.

A member of the Vestry must be an adult and a confirmed communicant in good standing. “In Good

Standing” (from Episcopal Church Title I Canon 17.3) means, “All communicants of this Church

who for the previous year have been faithful in corporate worship, unless for good cause prevented,

and have been faithful working, praying, and giving for the spread of the Kingdom of God, are to be

considered communicants in good standing.”

Heads of Parish Organizations

Altar Guild – Valeria Hundley

Daughters of the King – Marcia Black

Episcopal Church Women – Rose Parker

Men’s Club – George Whitted

Outreach – Pam Hall

Choir – Joyce Ponton

Samaritans – Roscoe RedcrossTrustees

Roscoe Redcross and Bobby Whitted

Lay Readers

Lay readers are invited to visit www.netministries.org/Bbasics

For correct biblical pronunciations.

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St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church Newsletter

Your newsletter contact is Rose Parker. Reach Rose at [email protected].

Rivers do not drink their own water; trees do not eat their own fruit; the sun does not

shine on itself and flowers do not spread their fragrance for themselves. Living for

others is a rule of nature. We are all born to help each other. No matter how difficult

it is, life is good when you are happy, but much better when others are happy because

of you. Pope Francis (Dec. 17, 1936 – April 21, 2025)

St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church

The Rev. Charles A. de Kay, Priest-in-Charge

2515 Marshall Avenue

Newport News, VA 23607