March 8-15
Living Christ in This World
SUNDAY PREACHING SCHEDULE
March 11 The Rt. Rev. Keith B. Whitmore
March 18 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
March 25 The Rt. Rev. James Jones, KBE
April 1 The Rev. Andrew J. Archie
SPRING FORWARD THIS SUNDAY!
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS: Remember to turn your clock ahead one hour on Saturday night.
THIS SUNDAY
Sunday, March 11
ADULT CONFIRMATION CLASSES continue today in the Sverdrup Room after the 9:15 AM liturgy. Contact Laurie Brown at Laurie@csmsg.org with questions.

THIS WEEK HEAVENLY MEALS AND NICARAGUA ARE IN THE SPOTLIGHT!
Heavenly Meals volunteers provide meals for parishioners in the midst of challenging times, such as the arrival of a new baby, a health crisis, or a move. Stop by the Great Hall today and see coordinator Becky Melander to find out how you can help with the Heavenly Meals ministry.

The Nicaragua effort seeks to support the work of missionaries in Managua. We bring the good news of Christ’s love, desperately needed medical services, and basic education supplies to the poor of Nicaragua. During the year, we raise funds and collect clothing, supplies, and medications to carry in our “second suitcases” on our summer trip. While in Managua, we work on construction of the Sirker’s school, the distribution of items at local hospitals, and work with the children in the Sirker’s school. We also solicit sponsorship for the education of children who would otherwise be denied a chance to improve their circumstances. Stop by the Great Hall to learn more from Jennifer McGrath.
Stewardship Campaign
Pledging is an invitation to grow in faith through the spiritual practice of generosity. When we give of our money in sustained and sustaining ways for work that matters, we can expect to find our hearts shaped for life. Thank you for accepting the invitation!

If you have not yet made a pledge and wish to do so, you may pick up a pledge card in the pew, narthex, on the website at www.csmsg.org, or call the Church at 314.721.1502. Thank you for your pledge!
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THIS WEEK
 Saturday, March 10
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS: Remember to turn your clock ahead one hour on Saturday night.

Monday, March 12 - Armstrong Room (9-9:45 AM)
MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: "Mothers of the Messiah" - The arrival of Jesus Christ came as the fulfillment of centuries of preparation and promises God made to Israel. Join us to explore the lives of the foreigners, queens, and other women in Jesus' ancestral line from Eve to Mary.

Tuesday, March 13
CHURCH SERVICE LEAGUE
10:30-11:30 AM: Bible study,"Redemption in the Books of Moses” led by The Rev. Peter Speropulos; 11:30 AM - Noon: Holy Eucharist, St. Mary’s Chapel; Noon: Lunch, the Great Hall. Lunch costs $7. Reservations are required by Sunday evening, March 11, to Lynne Roney at lynneroney@sbcglobal.net or 314.727.7175. 12:30 PM: Lenten Series Guest Speaker: Mike Bickel, “Reflecting and Repenting/Redeeming and Revealing.”

P APER SHOPPING BAGS : Church Service League is collecting shopping bags with handles (preferably paper) for Miriam Switching Post; stuffed animals (new or gently-used) that will be cleaned and donated to police and firemen to give to children; and items for the Covering House shelter: Kleenex, liquid dishwashing detergent, cloth napkins, Post-it notes, hairbrushes, and rat-tail combs. Please put donated items in the CSL closet across from the drinking fountain.

STEAK & STORIES : The next Steak & Stories takes place on Tuesday, March 13, from 6-8PM in the Great Hall. The featured speaker will be Robert Wagnon, a beekeeping enthusiast trained by his nephew in Southwest Missouri, the Eastern Missouri Beekeepers Association, and the Saint Louis Beekeepers Club. Rob is particularly interested in urban beekeeping, children’s participation in beekeeping, and public education. Cost is $20. Please RSVP by Noon on Monday, March 12 to reception@csmsg.org .

Wednesday, March 14
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS: Join Bishop Keith Whitmore for Wonderful Wednesdays during Lent, February 21-March 21, as he teaches “Living Our Baptismal Covenant-The Anglican Way”. Childcare is available.
5:30 PM Evening Prayer in St. Mary’s Chapel
6:00 PM Light Supper in the Great Hall
6:45 PM “Living Our Baptismal Covenant-The Anglican Way”-Bp. Whitmore in Sverdrup Room
7:45 PM Compline in St. Mary’s Chapel

Thursday, March 15
SPRING BOOK CLUB MEETINGS : The CSMSG Book Club will reconvene to read Imperium , by the popular British author Robert Harris. It is a fictional biography of Cicero told by his secretary, Tiro. Charlie Valier will lead the discussion. Meeting dates are March 15 (Sverdrup Room) and April 5 and 12 (Taylor Room) at 7:30 PM.

Friday, March 16
FRIDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY: Review the Collect and Scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday. We meet Friday mornings in the Library from 7:30-8:30 AM following Holy Eucharist at 7 AM in St. Mary’s Chapel. 

Saturday, March 17
HUNGER MINISTRY SANDWICH MAKING: Sandwich Making will take place Saturday, March 17. All parishioners are invited and encouraged to join the St. Michael’s Hunger Ministry on the third Saturday of each month from 10-11 AM in the Taylor Room to make sandwiches for the Bridge and FOCUS St. Louis clients.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday, March 18
WANT TO GO TO NICARAGUA? Learn about our ministry in Nicaragua and the summer trip at an informational meeting on Sunday, March 18 at 11 AM in the Library. For more info, contact Jennifer McGrath at 412.334.6398 or jenmcgrath123@gmail.com .

Thursdays, April 5 & 12
SPRING BOOK CLUB MEETING: The CSMSG Book Club will reconvene to read Imperium , by the popular British author Robert Harris. It is a fictional biography of Cicero told by his secretary Tiro. Charlie Valier will lead the discussion. Meeting dates are March 8 and 15 (Sverdrup Room) and April 5 and 12 (Taylor Room) at 7:30 PM.

Friday, April 13 & Saturday, April 14
FLORAL ARRANGEMENT ATELIER
The Flower Guild will sponsor a workshop in flower arranging for church arrangements, special events arrangements, and home dinners. Our guest designer is Alan Gray, owner of Old Vicarage Gardens in East Ruston, UK. SEATING IS LIMITED so don’t delay sending in your reservation! Alan Gray’s website: e-ruston-oldvicaragegardens.co.uk.

Wednesday, March 21
MAKE PALM CROSSES WITH US! “They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!” – John 12:13
When: Wednesday, March 21
Time: 5-6 PM – Making Palm Crosses
Where: The Great Hall
Who: Parishioners and friends. All ages welcome!
No experience necessary. Come learn how to make crosses while visiting with others.

Sunday, April 22
U TURNS: We hope all of you have heard of the foot-stomping, crowd-pleasing performance by the trio, the “U Turns”. The “U Turns” will return to the Great Hall and perform for the congregation after the 9:15 AM service on Sunday, April 22. This should be a wonderful time for SMSOC parents to mingle with CSMSG congregates. We look forward to seeing you all there.

Sunday, April 29
SAVE THE DATE for the NICARAGUA DINNER & AUCTION on Sunday, April 29 at Deer Creek Club. This is our big fundraiser for the World Service Mission Ministry to Nicaragua. A fun evening and a great cause! Details to follow.

NICARAGUA MINISTRY is in need of UNEXPIRED Buy Buy Baby and Bed Bath & Beyond coupons to purchase items for baby layettes that go to new mothers in Nicaragua. Please put coupons in the Nicaragua closet located across the hall from the Library.
LENTEN AND HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

2018 Holy Week Preacher
The Rt. Rev. James Jones, KBE, was formerly the Bishop of Liverpool and is currently the Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of York. He was a member of the House of Lords speaking on criminal and restorative justice issues, the environment, and urban regeneration. He has a particular interest in environmental issues. He founded Faiths4Change which brings together people of all faiths working on environmental projects. In 2017, the Queen appointed him a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire ‘For services to the bereaved and to justice’. His books include: Why Do People Suffer? , With my Whole Heart and Following Jesus . Bishop Jones will be preaching on Palm Sunday, Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, Holy Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday.

Tuesday, March 20
12:30 PM Church Service League Lenten Speaker Series: John Tyler, “The Origin of Things”

Sunday, March 25
The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday
8:00 AM   Holy Eucharist
9:15 AM   Procession of the Palms, The Passion, and the Holy Eucharist (Choral Eucharist I)
11:15 AM  Blessing of the Palms, The Passion, and the Holy Eucharist (Choral Eucharist I)
5:00 PM   Passion Vespers: Meditations on the Passion of Christ
5:30 PM   Holy Eucharist II

Monday, March 26
Holy Monday
5:30 PM  Choral Evensong and Sermon

Tuesday, March 27
Holy Tuesday
5:30 PM  Choral Evensong and Sermon

Wednesday, March 28
Holy Wednesday
5:30 PM  Choral Evensong and Sermon

Thursday, March 29
Maundy Thursday
5:30 PM  Holy Eucharist, Family Liturgy
6:30 PM  Family Dinner
7:00 PM  The Mandatum, Holy Eucharist, and Stripping of the Altar (incense will be used)
9:00 PM- Midnight Vigil at the Altar of Repose

Friday, March 30
Good Friday
Midnight-Noon    Vigil at the Altar of Repose
7:00 AM     Stations of the Cross
Noon       The Good Friday Family Liturgy
Noon       The Good Friday Liturgy

Saturday, March 31
Holy Saturday: The Eve of Easter
7:00 PM  The Great Vigil of Easter (incense will be used)

Sunday, April 1
The Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Day
7:30 AM   Holy Eucharist I
8:55 AM   Festal Music for Organ and Brass
9:15 AM   Festal Eucharist I
10:55 AM   Festal Music for Organ and Brass
11:15 AM   Festal Eucharist I
5:30 PM Holy Eucharist II

 
CHURCH SCHOOL  
WATCH VIDEO "EARLY YEARS OF JESUS" IN LAST WEEK'S SUNDAY SCHOOL CHAPEL SERVICE
Love makes us brave, pulls up seats to the table, defuses bigotry, and attacks injustice, ” quote from Of Mess and Moxie by Jen Hatmaker. Read Jeanette Thompson’s review on the Parent Link Resource webpage at www.csmsg.org . Parents need all the support the Church can give as they raise families in today’s world. Parent Link at CSMSG wants to partner with parents to empower and encourage them. If you would like the latest information from Parent Link, please register online on the Parent Link page.

SAVE-THE-DATE: Monday, April 9- What is PARENT LINK and WHY DO WE HAVE ONE? Marty Chapman will host an informational session with our Parent Link consultant, Chris Sasser, on Monday, April 9 at her home from 7-8 PM. If you would like to find out more about Parent Link, please plan to attend! All interested adults are welcome. Dessert and coffee will be served. RSVP to marty@csmsg.org .

BUILDING A HEALTHY FAMILY SYSTEM –This talk given by The Rev. Dale Kuhn, LCSW, is now posted on the Parent Link webpage. Check out our Parent Link Resource pageat www.csmsg.org for book, blog, website and podcast recommendations. Faithful Generation.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS: Join all generations of parents to discuss parenting in faith and encouraging a faithful generation of children. Discuss what’s working and what worries us with other parents and grandparents. Articles discussed in this class are listed on the Faithful Generations Sunday School Class page under Parent Link on our website. This class meets in the Wydown Meeting Room each Sunday from 10:30-11 AM.

PC3 PARENT NETWORK PODCAST: Ever wish you could listen to a short, inspiring podcast to encourage you as you try to instill faith in your children or grandchildren? Tune into the Parent Network Podcast at Port City Community Church, where Chris Sasser, our Parent Link consultant, hosts a wonderful bi-monthly podcast with the goal to equip and encourage parents and grandparents in their spiritual walk with God.

PARENT LINK REPRESENTATIVE: If you would like to be a liaison for families with children in similar grades as yours, please contact Marty Chapman by e-mail at marty@csmsg.org .

INFORMATIONAL SESSION: Marty Chapman will host an informational session with our Parent Link consultant, Chris Sasser, on Monday, April 9 at her home from 7-8 PM. If you would like to find out more about Parent Link, please plan to attend! All interested adults are welcome. Dessert and coffee will be served. RSVP to marty@csmsg.org .
YOUTH MINISTRY  
Visit the YM webpage for more information on events below: 

MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION WEEK REGISTRATION: is now open for CSMSG parishioners and guests. This will be open for two weeks before we open it more broadly. Register now, as this event is capped at 40 participants and has filled to capacity for the last several years! MSMW will be June 4-8, 2018, and is open to all current 5th-8th grade students and lasts from about 8 AM-3 PM each day. Please be sure to complete both the parent and student information sections of the registration form, which can be found under “Summer Mission Opportunities” on the YM webpage.

HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP: All 8th-12th graders are invited to come with us to Erie, Pennsylvania, July 13-21 to serve those in need through light construction projects. Sign up on the YM webpage or email timothy@csmsg.org for more information.

CONFIRMATION LUNCH with sponsors will be Sunday, March 11, from 11 AM-Noon in the Gym. This is the second to last one!

PALM CROSS MAKING: Join parishioners in the Great Hall at 5 PM on Wednesday, March 21, to help make the palm crosses we use on Palm Sunday. No previous experience required.
PASTORAL CARE
Is there someone you haven't seen recently at Church? If you or someone you know is ill or hospitalized, please let us know how we can help. Please call us at 314.721.1502 or contact Debbie at communications@csmsg.org or Laurie at Laurie@csmsg.org .

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