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An eNewsletter from Church of the Holy Comforter
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March 26, 2015
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A Walk Through Holy Week
This Sunday, March 29, 10:15-11 a.m.
All Sunday School classes (young saints through 6th Grade) will participate in an interactive lesson in which they will follow Jesus' triumphant arrival into Jerusalem, the Last Supper, his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane and finally, through the Stations of the Cross. Questions? Please contact
Lisa Arthur.
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 Procession of the Palms
This Sunday, March 29,
9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
All children and their parents are invited to participate by lining both sides of the Narthex and waving palms as the congregation processes into church. Questions? Please contact
Lisa Arthur.
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Contribute to the Easter Altar Flowers
Download a Flower Donation Form HERE. We should receive all contributions by 2 p.m. on Monday, March 30 in order to include every dedication in the Easter Bulletin.
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The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday
Holy Eucharist at *7:30, 9:00, and *11:15 a.m.
*Indicates change from regular service schedule
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In order to honor the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus' passion during Holy Week, March 29-April 4, business and committee meetings should not occur.
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Taizé Contemplative Worship will not take place on Palm Sunday, March 29. This "last Sunday" event will resume on Sunday, April 26.
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Adult Forum and Adult Bible Study will not take place on Palm Sunday, March 29 or Easter Sunday, April 5. They will resume on Sunday, April 12.
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Newcomers' Coffee with the Rector and the Healing Eucharist will not take place on Easter Sunday, April 5. These "first Sunday" events will resume on Sunday, May 3.
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Stewardship 2015: Walking the Way
Our Church Home depends on us! Pledge online HERE.
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Goal: $1,200,000
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Pledges: 730 mailed
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Access online giving through "Give Now" on the Holy Comforter website.
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 Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to Church of The Holy Comforter whenever you click and shop HERE. Please share the link!
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 Stephen Ministry Cares!
Is life feeling overwhelming at the moment? Have you experienced or are you anticipating a loss or transition? Are you facing a difficult decision? You may find the support of a Stephen Minister helpful during this period of time. Stephen Ministers are congregation members trained to offer high-quality, one-to-one Christian care to people going through tough times. Questions? Contact the Rev. Valerie Hayes.
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Register for Summer Choir Camp
Camp takes place August 24-28, and August 30
All children entering second grade or above are eligible for this week of singing, musical learning, friendship, and fun. $100 fee includes lunches, recreational activities, music education based on the Royal School of Church Music curriculum, and a cool camp t-shirt! Download the Registration Form and the Medical Form
HERE. Questions? Please contact
David Kelley.
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Adult Christian Formation
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 Your Faith, Your Life:
An Invitation to the Episcopal Church
Sundays: April 19 and 26; and May 3, 17, and 31
12:30-1:30 p.m., including a light lunch and child care
Whether you are new to the Episcopal Church or a lifelong member, this course offering is meant for those wishing to learn (and re-learn) about the Episcopal Church and our theology, church history and structure, and worship and sacraments. This is especially for those adults considering baptism, confirmation, or reception into the Episcopal Church when Bishop Shannon Johnston is present on Sunday, June 7.
We will be using the book,
Your Faith Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church. So that enough books can be ordered, please go to
TimeToSignUp and add your name. This will also help us to plan for lunch. Questions? Contact
the Rev. Valerie Hayes.
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 Brown Bag Lunch & Book Study
Wednesday, April 1,
12:45-1:30 p.m., McGill Hall
Join us for the final Brown Bag Lunch & Book Study following the 12:10 Holy Eucharist.
We will conclude our study of the book,
What Shall We Say? Evil, Suffering and the Crisis of Faith by Thomas G. Long. Questions? Contact
the Rev. Valerie Hayes.
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 Adult Bible Study
Sundays, 10:10-10:50 a.m., Lillian Croy Room
Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m., Library
The Adult Bible Study will resume April 12. Questions? Contact
the Rev. Valerie Hayes.
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Thank You from Our Daily Bread
Many thanks to all of the dedicated volunteers who contributed to deliveries to Our Daily Bread clients on Sunday, March 8. We couldn't have done it without each and every person who shopped, donated groceries, helped us pack and organize, made phone calls, helped load cars, and delivered to families. A list of our wonderful volunteers can be found HERE. We delivered almost 1,500 pounds of groceries and household items, including bread, fresh produce, toiletries, and household items, to 29 families in Fairfax County, and donated grocery gift cards to 30 families. Thanks also to Great Harvest Bread of Vienna for donating fresh bread for the deliveries. If you would like to become involved in our parish's Our Daily Bread ministry or would like further information about it, please contact Susan McGuire or Chris Ostendorff. Our next deliveries will be in November 2015.
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Children's & Student Ministries
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Easter Sunday Events for Children
Sunday, April 5, 2015
- There is no Sunday School on Easter Sunday.
- Everyone is encouraged to bring a bell to ring during the service when they hear Alleluia.
- A special Children's Chapel will be held in McGill Hall at 9:00 and 11:15 a.m.
- There will be an Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn starting at 10:30 a.m.
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Important Changes to Hogwarts VBS!
Now 2 Sessions, July 27-31
Because of the overwhelming response to VBS registration, we have decided to have two VBS sessions to accommodate all children who want to participate. Instead of a single session from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., we are now offering a morning and an afternoon session.
Everyone who has already registered for VBS will be contacted and asked to give their preference for either the morning or afternoon session. Questions? Please contact
Lisa Arthur.
Download a
Prefect Registration Form.
Download a
Student Registration Form.
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Senior Saints BYO Lunch
Friday, April 10 at 11:45 a.m. in McGill Hall
"Let's get organized!" Our speaker, Julie Mehigan, is just the person to help; whether we are organizing or downsizing. Bring your own lunch. Dessert and beverages will be provided. If you would like to bring a dessert to share, have questions, or need a ride, please contact
Barbara Fitzsimmons.
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2015 Women's Retreat
April 10-12 at Shrine Mont
Our retreat leader will be Lauren Kingsland, a pioneer in the field of thread work therapy--sewing and other handwork to calm the body, quiet the mind, and engage the creative self as well as promote a sense of connection and accomplishment. The cost is $155 for a double and $195 for a single. Registration forms are available for download
HERE, on the
Holy Comforter website, or in the Narthex. Questions? Please contact
Jeanna Spielmann.
Registration extended to March 29.
Newcomers and first-timers are welcome.
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2015 Men's Retreat
April 24-26 at Shrine Mont
Our retreat leader will be Father Randy Haycock, currently Priest-in-Charge at St. Anne's in Scottsdale, Virginia. Father Haycock recently spent three years as Chaplain at Walter Reed Medical Center and while there, developed a monthly "Pilgrimage of Remembrance and Healing" to the Washington National Cathedral in DC, for wounded warriors who had lost their "battle buddies." The cost is $155 for a double and $195 for a single. Registration forms are available for download
HERE, on the
Holy Comforter website, or at the audio console at the rear of the church. Questions? Please contact
Randy McGuire.
Newcomers and first-timers are welcome.
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Spring Tea is Coming
Sunday, May 17, 4-6 p.m.
Mark your calendars now for the ever-popular Spring Tea! This year's event is titled, "An Afternoon in Paris." Tickets will be on sale in the Narthex before and after services starting on April 25 for three weekends. Get yours early, as they always sell quickly. Tea Chair Linda Khan is looking for people to help make this a success. It's a very short-term volunteer commitment, and also fun. Please consider lending a hand. If you can help with any of the following, please contact
Linda Khan.
Tea Co-Chair - 1
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Kitchen Coordinators - 2
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Ticket Sellers (Saturday 4-5 p.m., Sunday 8-9 a.m. ;10-11 a.m. and/or noon-12:30 p.m. on the weekends of April 25-26, May 2-3, and May 9-10)
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Tea Check-In - 2
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Tea Setup (noon-3 p.m. on May 17) - 2
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Waiters - 13
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Volunteer at Pennywise Thrift Shop
Front Desk:
 2nd Tuesday - 10 a.m. to noon
1st Thursday - 10 a.m. to noon
Consignment:
1st Thursday - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
4th Thursday - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
5th Wednesday - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
2nd Friday - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
5th Friday - 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Child care is available for volunteers 1st Tuesdays and 4th Fridays from noon to 2 p.m. Questions? Contact Frances Sullinger.
Every Monday a list of about a dozen Pennywise items is posted on Craigslist. Visit the Craigslist DC website and type "Pennywise" or "Holy Comforter" in the search box to see all the things that are listed for the week. Check it out!
Donations: If you need help carrying things from your car into the shop, please call in advance, 703-938-7062. We might be able to help.
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Join the Corps of Counters
Join the dedicated crew of parishioners who count the offerings and make sure they are deposited in the bank in a timely manner. You would serve one Sunday a month, with another trained counter and a Vestry member. In about an hour the receipts are counted and prepared for deposit. Training and guidelines provided. Please contact Phil Allard or Pat Bruce to volunteer or for more information.
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Volunteer for Coffee Hour
Volunteers make Coffee Hour possible. Individuals, families, and groups are encouraged to email Chris Doyle or call 703-255-6135 for more information.
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Message from the CHC Endowment Board
You wouldn't want to borrow someone else's will, but that's what a state-written will is like if you don't write your own. Plan your own will, and remember Holy Comforter's Endowment Fund when you do. Your will makes certain that your will will be done!
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Church of the Holy Comforter, 543 Beulah Road, NE Vienna, VA 22180-3510
Phone: (703) 938-6521 Fax: (703) 281-1360
Web:
www.holycomforter.com
Deadline: Monday at 12:00 noon
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