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THE SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
February 17, 2019
Lectionary Readings 
 
FOUR SERVICES
 
 
8:45 AM - 12:15 PM  
Free Childcare
to Age Five


10 AM  
KAIROS 
[Chapel & 4th Floor]
E lementary aged students will begin in the Children's Chapel and our youth, grades 6-12, will be in room 44 of the Community House. 
 

 10 AM
[Great Hall] 
Larry Welborn, Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at Fordham University, explores the liberating dimensions of Jesus' ministry. 
  
   
11 AM 
CHORAL EUCHARIST  
[Church]
St. Bartholomew's Choir offers music of Beach, Elgar, and Mendelssohn.
  
   
12:30 pm 
[Vestry Room]
What's in our DNA as St. Bartians? What does it mean to be a member of St. Bart's? How can I get more involved? The answers may surprise you! Join the Reverend Lynn Sanders and the Reverend Dr. Kris Lewis-Theerman for a lively exploration of these questions and more!
 
 
      
 
 





THE SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
February 24, 2019
Lectionary Readings
FOUR SERVICES
8, 9, 11 am; 5 pm


8:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Free Childcare
to Age Five


10 AM  
KAIROS 
[Chapel & 4th Floor]
E lementary aged students will begin in the Children's Chapel and our youth, grades 6-12, will be in room 44 of the Community House.
 

10 AM
[Church]
The Annual Parish Meeting will take place today in the nave of the Church. All are invited to attend. The election of continuing members and new members of the Vestry will take place in the church from 8 am until noon. 
 
 
11 AM 
CHORAL EUCHARIST
[Church]
St. Bartholomew's Choir offers music of Darke and Wesley.


   
                     
   


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 FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS


Meet the Reverend Peter Thompson on his first day as Associate Rector for Formation and Liturgy this Sunday, February 17. Read Bishop Wolfe's letter and learn more about the newest member of St. Bart's clergy.
 
 

We are delighted to announce the Reverend Dr. Kris Lewis-Theerman, who joined our staff last May, has a new role at St. Bart's serving as Interim Associate Rector.  You can read more about Kris in last year's letter to the parish here. 
 
EXPLORE Classes: Sunday, February 17, 12:30 pm. What's in our DNA as St. Bartians? What does it mean to be a member of St. Bart's? How can I get more involved? Join the Reverend Lynn Sanders and the Reverend Dr. Kris Lewis-Theerman for a lively exploration of these questions and more!
The Forum, this Sunday, February 17 at 10 am: Larry Welborn, Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at Fordham University, explores the liberating dimensions of Jesus' ministry of healing. 
 
 

On Sunday, February 10  we honored the work and dedication of the chairs of the 2006 and 2014 Capital Campaigns; Richard Bayles, Carole Bailey French, Carol and Doug Tanner. A liturgy and reception was held for donors to both campaigns.  
 

Valentine's Day was a wonderful love-filled night at St. Bart's! Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate love in our first annual Valentine's Day Renewal of Vows. Save the date for next year! See photos here.     
 


AND MORE  
 

 
The Annual Meeting of the Parish and Vestry Election will be Sunday, February 24 at 10 am in the nave of the church. All are invited to attend. Learn more about our nominees here.
 
 

On Monday, February 18 the church and community house will be closed in observance of President's Day.  Crossroads Community Services remains open on all holidays and will provide meals and services as scheduled.
 
 

Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras Extravaganza: March 5, 6-9 pm, Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 6 -- but not without a party first! Tickets: $20 in advance, $30 at the door.  Learn more
 

The 63rd Session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place at the United Nations, March 11 to 22. Episcopalians have long been a part of this annual gathering as  advocates for the empowerment of women and girls across the globe.  Learn more.  
 
 
Players token
St. Bart's Players Auditions for their upcoming production of Peter and the Starcatcher will be held February 25 and 26. Learn more.


 
 

See photos from Sunday, February 3 with our new Interim Director of Emerging Liturgy and Music Dent Davidson, our  EXPLORE class, and a panel discussion on "10 Financial Facts to Know."
 
 

Stewardship Campaign: Please take a moment to fill out the 2019 Stewardship Pledge Cards available online and at the Stewardship table in the back of the church. Your support is most gratefully received. Questions? Please contact  Meighan Corbett.
 

Summer Camp at St. Bart's offers something for everyone ages 2 to 10 . Swim every day for ages 3 to  10  in our full-sized pool with certified lifeguards and swim instructors from Imagine Swim.  Come for one week or for all! Learn more. 
 
St. Bart's Community Preschool  is accepting applications for the 2019-2020 school year. For over 40 years, our preschool has provided a warm, nurturing first school experience. If you would like more information, visit the preschool website or contact Patrick Bergquist, Director of Children, Youth, and Families for St. Bart's.


COMMUNITY GROUPS MEETING THIS MONTH  
 

St. Bart's Lesbian and Gay Fellowship "Third Sunday of the Month Brunch" is this Sunday, February 17. This month our brunch will be a wonderful opportunity to meet Dent Davidson, our new Interim Director of Emerging Liturgy and Music.  Learn more. 
   
 

St. Bart's Episcopal Peace Fellowship's Peace Book Club will meet Sunday. March 10 at 12:30 pm in room 44 to discuss Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth, by Reza Aslan,  available for purchase at our bookstore. Learn more. 
   
 

 

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

March 4
Kenyon College Chamber Singers Concert  at 7:30pm
Free Admission


March 5

March 6
Ash Wednesday  Services at 8 am, 12:05 pm, and 6 pm,  
Ashes imposed 7 am-7 pm.

LENTEN PRACTICES

March 13 - April 10
Wednesdays at 6 pm
Adult Confirmation Classes.
Open to all. Especially appropriate for those desiring confirmation, reception, or reaffirmation at our Bishop's visitation on Sept. 15.

 March 11 - April 15
Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm
Centering Prayer for Lent

March 14 - April 11
Thursdays 6:30-8 pm
New Class - Secrets of the Book of Common Prayer