A BEACON OF CHRISTS LOVE, SPIRIT-FED, SERVING OTHERS

M E S SAG ES
FROM ST. MARTINS EPISCOPAL CHURCH MARCH 2013

H O LY W E E K A N D E A S T E R AT S T. M A R T I N S
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

FR. JONS THOUGHTS, ECW NEWS AND MARY & MARTHA

EASTER VIGIL

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CHILDRENS FORMATION, SCHOLARSHIP SUNDAY AND LUNCH BUNCH MUSIC WITH CLAY AND GOOD FRIDAY OFFERING SHROVE TUESDAY AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR LEGACY FUND, WOMENS BIBLE STUDY AND LENTEN JOURNEY BOOK CLUB, PRAYER CHAIN, ECW MEETING AND DISMANTLING RACISM MILESTONES

Holy Week is the last week of Lent, when we follow Jesus from Palm Sunday, the Sunday of the Passion, thru Easter Triduum (Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday). The Triduum celebrates the heart of our faith, salvation, and redemption: the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It's a week filled with joy, sadness, reflection and hope. Our assurance as Christians is that nothing, not even death, shall separate us from the love of God which is in Jesus Christ our Lord. All are invited to share in our worship experiences during this most Holy Season of our Christian life at St. Martins.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SCHEDULE

Palm Sunday The Sunday of the Passion Sunday, 24 at 8 am and 10:15 am Holy Wednesday Wednesday, March 27 Holy Eucharist at Noon Maundy Thursday Thursday, March 28 Prayer Vigil at 8:00 pm noon on Good Friday Good Friday Friday, March 29 Holy Eucharist at Noon Stations of the Cross at 6 pm Holy Eucharist at 7 pm The Great Vigil of Easter Saturday, March 30 at 8:08 pm Easter Sunday Sunday, March 31 Holy Eucharist at 7:30 am Grand Coffee Hour at 9:00 am Easter Egg Hunt at 9:00 am Holy Eucharist at 9:00 am Holy Eucharist at 10:30 am

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LAY MINISTRIES SCHEDULE MARCH CALENDAR

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Celebrate new life on Easter Sunday by bringing flowers from your garden (or a nearby store) to adorn our special cross.

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FR. JONS THOUGHTS ON EASTER

By the Rev. Jon Hall, Rector To my dear brothers and sisters in Christ, The God who runs to us in the parable of the Prodigal Son is one of Lukes most inspiring images. This story, which is also referred to as the parable of the Loving Father from Lk. 15: 11-32, gives Contact the Rev. Jon Hall at us an insight into the [email protected] demeanor of God with this countercultural description of Gods response to the lost who return home. The idea of the mature adult breaking his status by running would have been laughable to Lukes audience. Meanwhile the son is thinking of excuses for being away and yet all the loving father can think of is that his son who was lost is now found. The son is probably expecting to eat more of whatever the farm animals are consuming but the father already tastes the banquet. The sons confession serves a purpose of humility but does not upstage the grace that is waiting to greet him. As we transition from Lent to Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Easter let us take seriously the journey of confession and absolution. Reorienting our time and energy is life giving when it involves focusing our attention on traveling homeward to be with our Lord. Let us recall that God is more willing to run to meet us on our journey than to stoically wait at the end of the road. I can certainly imagine too that the loving father was laughing all the while. Blessings, Fr. Jon

EASTER EGG HUNT

BY Ann Kidd ECW will again be sponsoring an Easter egg hunt on Easter Sunday March 31 at 9am. All children welcome! No need to sign up in advance, just bring your own basket or bag. Weather permitting; we'll meet outside on the back lawn. If it rains, meet inside at the Sunday school rooms. Join us for Grand Coffee Hour after the hunt! If you can contribute to grand coffee hour, please sign up in Park Hall.

TRAVEL TIME WITH MARY AND MARTHA GUILD

By Anne Gravatte Forget the winter blahs! Come along with the Marty and Martha Guild as they travel down the Danube River with Judy Harbaugh. Departure time is March 13th at 10:00am. Judy will share her experiencesso hang on and enjoy. Bring a lunch. Dessert and beverages provided. See you in Park Hall!

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EASTER VIGIL: THE LIGHT OF CHRIST

S OUL - STIRRING

ENTRANCE INTO

C HRIST S RESURRECTION

Saturday, March 30, 8:08pm (Bring a bell, if you can, and perhaps a small flashlight or booklight.) The early Church established Easter Eve as THE time to reenact Christs journey through death, giving way into the new life of His Resurrection. This was THE death-and-life-bridging moment, the perfect occasion for Baptism. As Holy Week draws to an end, the church is dark with the emptiness of Christs suffering & death. Outside after sunset, a new fire sparks. A single flame enters the darkness with chanting. From this single flame, the Light of Christ spreads from person to person, candle to candle. In chant and stories, we recall Gods saving acts and give thanks for our baptism into Christs death and LIFE!

Contact the Rev. Emily Hillquist Davis at [email protected]

This first celebration of Easter meets us in the darkness of crushed hope and brings us through into Resurrection light & joy. Music Director Clay McKinney & I are looking forward to meeting you there! Highlights in this years Easter Vigil include guitar & cello music with father & son Kurt & Matthew Greenbaum chanting the beautiful and ancient Exsultet to celebrate and integrate our memories of Gods saving grace. In this service there is darkness & light, fire & water, silence & song, chanting & speaking. Proclaiming with bells and shouts of joyful first Alleluias Christs defeat of death, we embrace Christs Resurrection and gird ourselves with His power to overcome our own struggles and engage more fully in Gods mission. Children welcome! The Easter Vigil begins at 8:08pm (after sunset). Its ritual and the invitation to children & all present to provide sound effects for readings, hold a candle, & ring bells as we hail Easterwill interest children, though the late timing can be challenging. Parents are encouraged to bring activities & comfort for children even a soft blanket for them to rest intermittently as their interest wanes & peaks. Wiggling, wandering & wayward noises are expected and welcome. (T HE 5 O 5
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Bring bells to ring & share. We will have some extras on hand, so come! Experience tells us that small flashlights or booklights can be helpful, too. Yours, looking forward, in Christ, ~emily + Assisting Priest, Emily Hillquist Davis

On Easter Eve, we will hold off the 5:05 alternative worship into the gathering sunset at 8:08 p.m.

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DIRECTOR OF CHILDRENS FORMATION

By Michelle Magee I am very excited to take on the role of Director of Childrens Formation at St. Martins. I have been working at St. Martins as assistant to the clergy, since August, 2011. I will be transitioning out of that role over the next few weeks and into my new position. I will be working 15 hours per week in my Contact Michelle Magee at new position and will [email protected] be at the church on Sunday mornings, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30 am until 1:00 pm. Depending on church events, this schedule may vary. I can always be reached via email at [email protected]. I will be working with children from birth through 5th grade and of course, their families. My responsibilities will include overseeing all programs for this age group and working with our many volunteers, who help make these programs so successful (VBS, Sunday School, Childrens Worship, Pageants, Advent Events, Service Projects, and more.). I am looking forward to working with current members, potential members, and reaching out into the community to invite children and their families to St. Martins.

SAVE THE DATE:

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL JUNE 17TH -21ST. REGISTRATION FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL IS OPEN YEAR ROUND

ST. MARTINS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

By Dana Griggs St. Martins in conjunction with Circle of Concern will again be initiating a St. Martin Scholarship for high school seniors. Sunday, March 10th will be the kick-off for our 12th consecutive year of providing the St. Martins Scholarship. This scholarship will be granted to a west county high school senior from the Valley Park, Rockwood or Parkway school districts. The scholarship is to help a student with financial hardships get a good start with college. The Executive Director of Circle of Concern, Chris Pallozola, will be attending both services and Sunday school on March 10th. explaining our scholarship program and its integration with Circle of Concern.

LUNCH BUNCH AT THE SCIENCE CENTER

By Nancy Helmer On February 14th, several members of the Lunch Bunch attended a brunch and movie at the St Louis Science Centers Omnimax Theater. The movie was the Rocky Mountain Express.

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MUSIC...A GIFT FROM GOD

By Clay McKinney Bach gave us God's Word. Mozart gave us God's laughter. Beethoven gave us God's fire. God gave us Music that we might pray without words." - quote from outside an old opera house. Such a nice thought. I remember the first time I saw this, my strings teacher senior year was very spiritual, and had put it up in the classroom. People love to put quotes out there even if they are unsure of where the quote came from. My favorite quote I have ever seen on facebook reads something like this. The problem with all the quotations posted on Facebook is that you cant verify their origins. Abraham Lincoln. And then sometimes even when the quote is true someone has come up with a version that is so syrupy sweet it has the opposite intended effect. Sweet quotations and mis-information, both reasons why lent is so important to our spiritual well being. Sometimes life has us in a place where these little bits of micro-reflection become our standard of spiritual growth. Lent creates a space for us to provide sources of depth and substance. The Lenten Musical Offerings on Wednesdays during Lent is just such a source. You never have to guess about the origins of live music or second guess its effect on you because its right in front of you and its living. The temporal nature of music, as it moves in and out of our experience, is metaphor for so many of our life experiences. At the same time music is one single event, communally Contact Clay McKinney at connected and lifted up, just like prayer. You know maybe the quote about [email protected] music expresses a greater truth than its outward first impression. This is why we make extra time to come together and reflect, in order to learn to see beyond our own frail human definitions. Music can in fact act as prayer and so when I see such things expressed in the world maybe I should not throw the baby out with the bath water. Perhaps I should learn to look and listen with the offerings God, not the world, has equipped me with. Thank goodness for lent and thank goodness for this musical offering.

GOOD FRIDAY OFFERING

By The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori The Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza, has endured violence, lack of supplies, inadequate equipment, and funding reductions amid enormous and expanding demand for its services. This hospital, owned and operated by the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, is a beacon of hope and healing. The Ras Morbat Clinic, part of Christ Church in Aden and sponsored by the Diocese of Cyprus and the Gulf, is another outpost of compassion in the name of Christ for all who need treatment. The Good Friday Offering provides essential funding to strengthen the visibility of the Christian presence throughout the Province of Jerusalem and the Middle East. That funding is critical to the ongoing ministry of both institutions, as well as others in the region.

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A SHROVE TUESDAY THANK YOU!!

By Shannon Sirur Shrove Tuesday was so much fun! We had tons of sausages and pancakes on hand and the biggest hit was the awesome toppings bar! The young (and the young at heart!) had a blast! But the highlight of the evening was the fellowship. We had a great turn out and best of all many stayed late to chat and engage with the youth group and each other. The youth group appreciates all the generous compliments. All the positive feedback was a testament to the dedication and maturity of St. Martins youths. Thank you to all the parents for supporting the event. A special recognition is also due to Bill Gamlin and the entire Mens Group for helping coordinate this event. Thank you to the entire St. Martins parish for its continued support of The Rock Youth Group. Proceeds from this event will support the Youth Groups beautification projects for the church. The Youth Group cant wait to do this even bigger and grander next year!

MEET OUR NEW COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

By Laurie Rhoad My husband Elliott and I have been married for almost 10 years. Were the proud parents of two adorable kids. Aiden, who is almost 7, is active in Cub Scouts, baseball, basketball and soccer while Amelia (Millie) age 3 is chomping at the bit to play any kind of ball and take dance. Although originally from the Midwest, I spent 20 years in South Carolina until my husbands career brought us from Charleston to Chesterfield in April 2011. I studied Corporate Communications at The College of Charleston, was a paralegal, and worked for State Farm in both South Carolina and Missouri prior to becoming a stay-at-home mom. I volunteer at Green Trails Elementary School, where Im also the Treasurer of the PTO. I enjoy sewing in my rare spare time. As I am sure some of you did too, I came to the Episcopal Church later in life. I was 28 when confirmed at St. Michaels Episcopal Church in Charleston. I consider my age at confirmation to be a great blessing. I was able to choose the Church I felt called to and where I would find a Home. For any of you who arent familiar with what my job entails, I handle the announcements and imessages each week. Im in charge of editing our monthly newsletter. Additionally, Im in charge of our electronic and social media communications. If there is anything you would like to see covered in our communications, please reach out to me at the church. I am generally here in the office Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. I am always available via email [email protected] so that is a great way to reach me. I am so excited about this blessing and the opportunity it gives me to get to know each and every one of you better over the coming months and years!

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LEGACY FUND
By Beverly Kincade A renowned writer, Terry Tempest Williams, saidthe eyes of the future are looking back at us and they are praying for us to see beyond our own time. God Be Praised! After two long years of careful preparation, we officially have a St. Martins Episcopal Church Legacy Endowment Fund! All of you should have received a letter from Fr. Hall late January detailing the amendments for the Bylaws and information on the structural document for the endowment, called an Enabling Resolution. The congregation at our Annual meeting voted overwhelmingly in favor of the Bylaws changes required. These votes allow for the establishment of the church endowment through the Enabling Resolution. This, the first of several critical policy guidelines, will describe the procedures for the caretaking of gifts given with the firm belief and confidence in our churchs future. In addition, the votes provide new wording regarding the subsequent amendments of any of the Bylaws. Both the Enabling Resolution and the Bylaws amendments are on our website at www.stmartinschurch.org. The Legacy Fund Endowment Committee has, as a result, gone right back to work. First, please find the newly designed donation cards in the Narthex, as well as a brochure describing how one can give to the Legacy Fund. Preparing an estate plan is good stewardship-saying thanks to God and expressing your love and concern for not only your family, but also for your church. Whether you are crafting your documents now or have had them in place for quite some time, please be intentional regarding the language of your bequests. If you desire to give to St. Martins a certain amount that can be used to assist in the current ministries of the church, than no other language needs to be added, although providing the churchs address is recommended. If, however, it is your intent to leave a gift for the Legacy Endowment of the church, the language should be as follows: I, ___________________________, hereby give, devise, and bequeath to St. Martins Episcopal Church Legacy Endowment Fund, 15764 Clayton Road, Ellisville, Missouri 63011, the sum of____________ (or the XX% of the rest, or remainder) from my estate. In all cases of planned giving, please consult with your attorney or financial advisor before making any bequests.

WOMENS BIBLE STUDY

By Virginia Noel The Womens Bible Study will continue to meet on Tuesdays, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. in the home of Virginia Noel: 312 Clayton Crossing Drive, #108. We will not be meeting during Holy Week on March 26. We are continuing to read the wisdom in Ecclesiasticus (Sirach) in the Apocrypha and relating it to our own lives. New members are always welcomed to join our discussion.

OUR LENTEN JOURNEY WITH CHRIST

Music Program March 6 - March 27 / 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. Music Director Clay McKinney has prepared an exciting program of guest soloists and groups: - March 13: Youth of St. Martins - March 20: Cecelia Stearman, soloist - March 27: Clay McKinney, cellist & Yulia Sakharova, violinist Pot Luck Supper 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Spiritual Journey March 6 - March 27 / 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. Our program will be presented by the Rev. Dr. Warren Crews. Dr. Crews is a noted theologian and church historian. He is the founder of the Episcopal School for Ministry in St. Louis. His topic for our Lenten program will be: - March 13: Prayer - March 20: Celebrate Holy Eucharist

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BOOK CLUB FEATURES STATE OF WONDER

By Ruby Downs Book Club will meet on Tuesday, March 26, from 7:00-8:30 in Packwood Library to discuss State of Wonder by Ann Patchett. Obtain a copy of the novel and come join the discussion. Newcomers are always welcome! Next Month Selection Destiny of the Republic: Tales of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President By Candice Millard

STATE OF WONDER REVIEW: In a narrative replete with poison arrows, devouring snakes, scientific miracles, and spiritual transformations, State of Wonder presents a world of stunning surprise and danger, rich in emotional resonance and moral complexity. As Dr. Marina Singh embarks upon an uncertain odyssey into the insect-infested Amazon, she will be forced to surrender herself to the lush but forbidding world that awaits within the jungle. Charged with finding her former mentor Dr. Annick Swenson, a researcher who has disappeared while working on a valuable new drug, she will have to confront her own memories of tragedy and sacrifice as she journeys into the unforgiving heart of darkness. Stirring and luminous, State of Wonder is a world unto itself, where unlikely beauty stands beside unimaginable loss beneath the rain forest's jeweled canopy.

N E E D P R AY E R S ?
By the Rev. Virginia Noel
CHANGE: CHANGE: New Contacts for the Prayer Chair Contact : Linda Huheey,

2013 ECW PROVINCE V ANNUAL MEETING

By Jeanne King

Dismantling Racism Workshop

March 15-16, 8:30 am - 5 pm Holy Communion Church, University City This diocesan training is required for all clergy and wardens and open to anyone wishing to deepen their understanding of racism, prejudice & privilege. To learn more email Laurie Rhoad at [email protected].

2013 ECW Province V Annual Meeting will be held April 4-7, 2013 at the Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield, MO. Hotel and [email protected], 636-532-9574, for Urgent Prayer Chain ing reservations DEADLINE is MONDAY, MARCH 11th. One day only registration and requests. If you have an urgent need banquet only registration is available for for prayers for yourself, relatives or friends, ask the St. Martins Prayer "locals".
Chain for prayers. If you have a prayer request for the Long-Term Prayer Chain, Contact: Daryl Norman, [email protected], 636-3943677. This Prayer Chain prays for people who are living with cancer. All Prayer Chain requests are confidential confidential.

Called "Gather Us Together" this meeting includes a keynote by the President of the House of Deputies, the Rev. Gay Jennings, as well as workshops and worship. You do not have to be a member of an ECW unit to attend this meeting - all women in the Episcopal Church are welcome. C ontact Karen Birr for more information: [email protected] BEFORE MARCH 11th.

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ST. MARTINS MILESTONES MARCH BIRTHDAYS

March 1 March 2 March 3 March 4 March 5 March 6 March 7 March 8 March 9 March 10 March 11 March 13 March 14 March 15 March 16 March 20 March 21 March 23 March 26 March 27 March 28 Greg Andersen Diana Griggs, Vikki Nordeen, Lyla Brown, Jack Brown Tom Baranowski Ella Codak Leanne Lyle Tom Warrington Herb Weaver III, Walker Trieschmann, Cassie Erhardt,
To contribute to the Easter Flowers, please place a check (free will offering amount) in the offering plate with Easter Flowers on the memo line along with this coupon no later than Palm Sunday. Donate to the Flower Fund with this coupon and help the Altar Guild provide lilies and other flowers to decorate the church for Easter. To participate, fill out this coupon and return it with your contribution no later than March 24. Please notate Easter Flowers on your checks memo line. Drop this coupon with your donation in the offering plate during a service or mail to the church office.

WITH SYMPATHY... Did we miss your birthday or important announcement? Please e-mail your news to lrhoad@ stmartinschurch.org
The following deaths were reported in the St. Martins Church family in the past month: Landgraf, Jean Landgraf wife of Walter Landgraf Grace Luebcke, mother of Rich Luebcke Betty Creason, Parishioner

Carole Gerretsen. L J Adewunmi, Kate Voit Jaxon Khanna Leslie Shank Ashley Edwards, Gina Garbo Christopher Iselin Renee Jerry, Caroline Johnson, Alyssa Erhardt

Lee Iselin Harriet Clark, Michelle Magee Mick McCann, Carrie Wilkins Honor Hebenstreit Riley Kraus Diana Hauser, Clay McKinney Thomas Chittooran, Jeff Lee, Lily Magee

Easter Flowers Dedication Coupon

Lincoln Drake, Mary Richardson,

March 31

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MARCH LAY MINISTRY SCHEDULE

Sunday, March 3
8:00 a.m.
Greeter: Elin Cogan-Adewunmi Lessons & Prayers: Daryl Norman Chalice: Daryl Norman, Loretta Go Ushers: Ginny & Bob Marchetto

Sunday, March 17
8:00 a.m.
Greeter: Elin Cogan-Adewunmi Lessons & Prayers: Loretta Go Chalice: Loretta Go & Heidi Gioia Ushers: Jan & Bob Waters

Palm Sunday, March 24,

8:00 a.m.
Lessons & Prayers: Bob Elsperman Chalice: Bob Elsperman & Rebecca Barger Ushers: Maggi & Steve Brunkhorst

10:15 a.m.
Greeters: Nancy & Steve Young OT Lesson: Michael Wiles NT Lesson: Tom Allen Prayer Leader: John Lange Chalice: Tom Allen, John Lange Ushers: Wayne Peters, Larry Cornelius, Mary Jane Drake, Mark Edwards Healing Ministers: Bev Weaver, Mary Pomeroy

10:15 a.m.
Greeters: Vikki & Jeff Nordeen OT Lesson: Rina Chittooran NT Lesson: Judi Batch Prayer Leader: Chuch Batch Chalice: Judi & Chuck Batch Ushers: Sarah Aleman, Bob Pomeroy, Sherrie Algren, Rich Brown Healing Ministers: Bev Weaver, Mary Pomeroy Childrens Worship: Kathy Willis

10:15 a.m.
Greeters: Mopsi & Jack Hanley OT Lesson: Maxine Heller NT Lesson: Jack Hauser Prayer Leader: Ray Harbert Chalice: Jack Hauser & Ray Harbert Ushers: Steve Young, Tom Baranowski, Lana Biondo, Joe Biondo Healing Ministers: Diana Hauser, Barbara McCann Childrens Worship: Julie Clark Eucharistic Visitors: Leanne Lyle & Jennifer Neckermann Nursery: Jody Mena, Chen Nelson

Easter Sunday, March 31

7:30 a.m. OT Lesson: Daryl Norman Chalice: Daryl Norman

Sunday, March 10
8:00 a.m.
Lessons & Prayers: Heidi Gioia Chalice: Heidi Gioia, Daryl Norman Ushers: Honor & Rich Hebenstreit

9:00 a.m.
If you cannot serve on an assigned date, please get a substitute and notify the church of the change: [email protected].

10:15 a.m.
Greeters: Michelle & Ralph Trieschmann OT Lesson: Doug Edmonson NT Lesson: Kurt Greenbaum Prayer Leader: Mary Edmonson Chalice: Mary Edmonson & Kurt Greenbaum Ushers: Jeff Nordeen, Renee Jerry, Tim Jerry, Chuck Batch Healing Ministers: Judi Batch, Leanne Lyle Childrens Worship: Teresa Reeves Eucharistic Visitors: Leslie Pattengill, Paula & Mike Kelly Nursery: Jody Mena, Chen Nelson 10:30 a.m. OT Lesson: Rina Chittooran NT Lesson: Michael Wiles Ushers: Wayne Peters, Steve Gillies, Sarah Aleman, Tom Baranowski Childrens Worship: Julie Clark

If you have any special scheduling needs please contact: Readers, Chalice Bearers, Ushers & Greeters Rebecca Barger 636-778-0799 / [email protected]

Childrens Worship: Julie Clark or Teresa Reeves 636-458-2584 / [email protected] 696-394-7085 / [email protected]

Nursery: Michelle Magee [email protected]

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1 *Tuesday morning Womens Bible Study meets at the home of Virginia Noel. Office closed 2 5:05 Alternative Worship

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Sun

Mon

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5 10am Womens Bible Study* 6pm Lenten Journey with Christ 7pm Choir Rehearsal

8 Office closed

3 8am Holy Eucharist 9am Christian Formation hour

4 10:30am Bible Study 12:00pm Staff Meeting

6 12pm Holy Eucharist 5:30pm Lenten Musical Offering

7 9:30am Thursday with ECW 10am Beginners Bible Study

9 9am Mens Group Breakfast 5:05 Alternative Worship

CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR MARCH

9am Music Sunday 9am Rectors Forum 10:15am Holy Eucharist 5:30pm The Rock 12 10am Womens Bible Study* 7:15pm Legacy Fund Cmt.

6:30 Handbell Choir Rehearsal 7pm Outreach Committee

15 Office closed Dismantling Racism Training

16 5:05 Alternative Worship Dismantling Racism Training

10 8am Holy Eucharist 9am Christian Formation hour 9am Adult Formation Circle of Concern 10:15am Holy Eucharist

11 10:30am Bible Study 1:15pm Staff Meeting 6:30 Handbell Choir Rehearsal

13 10am Mary & Martha Guild 12pm Holy Eucharist 5:30pm Lenten Musical Offering 6pm Lenten Journey with Christ 7pm Choir Rehearsal

14 9:30am Thursday with ECW 10am Beginners Bible Study 7pm ECW Meeting

17 10am Womens Bible Study*

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20 12pm Holy Eucharist 5:30pm Lenten Musical Offering 6pm Lenten Journey with Christ 7pm Choir Rehearsal

21 9:30am Thursday with ECW 10am Beginners Bible Study 5pm Diocesan Standing Committee

22 Office closed

23 5:05 Alternative Worship

8am Holy Eucharist 9am Christian Formation hour 10:15am Holy Eucharist

10:30am Bible Study 1:15pm Staff Meeting 6:30 Handbell Choir Rehearsal

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Palm Sunday

25 10:30am Bible Study 1:15pm Staff Meeting

26 7pm Book Club 7pm Stewardship Committee

27 12pm Holy Eucharist 5:30pm Lenten Musical Offering 7pm Choir Rehearsal

28

Maundy Thursday
9:30am Thursday with ECW 10am Beginners Bible Study 11:30am Lunch Bunch 7pm Maundy Thursday Worship 8pm Prayer Vigil

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Good Friday
Prayer Vigil 12pm Good Friday Worship 6pm Stations of the Cross 7pm Good Friday Worship Office closed

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Holy Saturday
10am Music Rehearsal 8:08pm Great Vigil of Easter

8am Holy Eucharist 9am Christian Formation hour 10:15am Holy Eucharist

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Easter Sunday

7:30am Holy Eucharist 9am Holy Eucharist 9am Easter Egg Hunt 9am Easter Coffee Hour

10:30am Holy Eucharist

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Worship with us:

Sundays at 8 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. Christian Formation for all ages at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Noon Saturdays at 5:05 p.m.

HOLY WEEK AND EASTER SCHEDULE

Palm Sunday The Sunday of the Passion Sunday, 24 at 8 am and 10:15 am Holy Wednesday Wednesday, March 27 Holy Eucharist at Noon Maundy Thursday Thursday, March 28 Prayer Vigil at 8:00 pm noon on Good Friday Good Friday Friday, March 29 Holy Eucharist at Noon Stations of the Cross at 6 pm Holy Eucharist at 7 pm

Good Friday Friday, March 29 Holy Eucharist at Noon Stations of the Cross at 6 pm Holy Eucharist at 7 pm The Great Vigil of Easter Saturday, March 30 at 8:08 pm Easter Sunday Sunday, March 31 Holy Eucharist at 7:30 am Grand Coffee Hour at 9:00 am Easter Egg Hunt at 9:00 am Holy Eucharist at 9:00 am Holy Eucharist at 10:30 am