Fifth Week after Epiphany
February 13, 2019
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And Now, Father,
Send Us Out…
An Outreach Event
Parish Dinner & Special Event:
The Power of Serving Others
Sunday, February 24 at 6:00 pm
Each Sunday, we pray the words:
And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do….
But do you wonder what that work is? And whether you have the skills or time to do it? Do you wonder how you can make a difference in your community? Join us for a book discussion on
The Power of Serving Others
at 6pm on Sunday, February 24.
Packed with extraordinary examples – including the relief efforts in the aftermath of both Hurricane Katrina and the devastating tsunami in Southeast Asia and stories of personal experiences with such high profile figures as Mother Teresa –
The Power of Serving Others
shares that no matter where you are in life, no matter what your skills or resources, you can change your own life and the lives of people in need. All you have to do is start.
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Upcoming Events/Announcements
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The Anglican Way: Exploring Our Faith
A journey through theology, history & practice of the Episcopal Church
Sunday mornings, 9:30 - 10:20 am
This program is designed for those wanting to know more about the Episcopal Church and also our call to discipleship. The series will also serve as preparation also for those wishing to be baptized, confirmed, or received into The Episcopal Church. During this program we will explore questions about the theology, practices, and history of the Church. We will also discuss how the way we worship and how our ancient faith is connected with mission and discipleship in the modern world. The class provides an opportunity to get to know other parishioners and ways to become involved in the life of our parish. All are welcome!
To learn more or to sign up for this class (sign up is required for those who wish to be baptized, confirmed, or received into the church),
click here
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Sunday Evening Small Groups
Sunday Evening Small Groups will be kicking off on February 10. We will follow the same schedule as we did last year with group meetings at 5:00 and 7:00 pm and a light dinner for both groups at 6:00. These groups are a great opportunity to get better acquainted with fellow parishioners and we welcome everyone to join us as often as schedules allow. Groups are open to all and will meet in the Cottages. For questions or more information, contact
Laura Blumenthal
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5:00 - 6:00 Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John
Join us as we journey into deeper intimacy with God as we explore the words of John the Evangelist through our study of the Gospel According to John and the First Letter of John. This is a great opportunity to become closer with God and closer with your fellow parishioners.
6:00 Dinner for anyone who would like to join us
7:00 - 8:00 Book Study -
Crazy Christians: A Call to Follow Jesus
by Michael B. Curry
We will study the book
Crazy Christians
where Bishop Curry calls on us "to be crazy enough to love like Jesus, to give like Jesus, to forgive like Jesus, to do justice, love mercy, walk humbly with God - like Jesus." The book can be purchased through Amazon.
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Men’s Bible Study
A new Bible study forming at St. Columba’s: We hope to begin a new small group of Bible study and fellowship for the men of the parish. If you are interested, place your name on the sign up sheet located at the Welcome Center and indicate your preference for day/time to meet.
Click Here
to add your name to the interest list sign-up.
If twelve
or more men are interested, our goal is to begin this coming Lent (March).
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Parish Breakfast
Join us on this Sunday, February 17 between services for our monthly parish breakfast with the Knights of Columba.
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Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday begins the forty-day season of Lent. It is marked by special prayers, fasting, acts of devotion, and special liturgies. We will offer three liturgies on Ash Wednesday.
7:00 am - Imposition of Ashes
12:00 n - Low Mass & Imposition of Ashes
7:00 pm - Solemn Mass & Imposition of Ashes
(with St Columba Choir).0
On Wednesday, March 6, at 7:00 am there will be the Ash Wednesday Liturgy & Imposition of Ashes (but no Eucharist). This is a short liturgy for those who are on their way to work or school and will end by 7:30 am. For those who desire it, confessions will be heard following this liturgy. At Noon there will be a quiet, said Mass with a homily and imposition of ashes. This liturgy lasts about 45 minutes. For those who desire it, confessions will be heard following this liturgy.
Then at 7:00 pm, a full sung Mass will be offered. This will include the liturgy of Ash Wednesday, imposition of ashes, and full
choir.
Ash Wednesday is one of the most important days of our Church year. Please make plans to attend one of our three liturgies so that you can prepare in heart and mind for the Lenten journey.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Join us on Shrove Tuesday for our annual pre-Lenten pancake supper on March 5 from 6:30—8:00 pm. For hundreds of years, pancake suppers in parish churches have ushered in the Lenten Season. Always the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, Shrove Tuesday hosts a day of celebration before the ashes mark our foreheads in reminder of our mortal nature and need for God's redemption and grace. There will be pancakes, bacon, fruit, and more. Our youth group will be hosting bingo and other fun events throughout the evening. All are invited -
and don't forget to bring in your palms so we can burn them to make ashes for our Ash Wednesday liturgies.
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Food Pantry Ministry
We continue to collect food in the month of February for local organizations. If anyone would like to suggest a specific food pantry to support, please contact
Lonna Stachelczyk
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Pacesetters Upcoming Events
The Pacesetters have announced some upcoming trips. These include a trip to the Delta Air Lines Museum Tour on Tuesday, February 26. Coordinator:
Mary Helen Johnson
, Cutoff date: Monday, February 18. Plus, an overnight trip to Murphy, NC on Thursday, February 28. Coordinator:
Karl Sammons
. Cutoff Date is Monday, February 25. This is an overnight at the Harrah’s Casino in Murphy, NC. You must make your own reservations at the hotel, do it early.
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Altar Guild
Are YOU interested in serving on St. Columba’s Altar Guild? Several on our guild have recently moved away and we are presently looking for new members. We are divided into 4 teams and each team serves one weekend a month. Our most important duty is to prepare the Altar for communion and training will be provided. Please get in touch with Laura Dillon at (770)880-2603 or
ldillon0881@yahoo.com
or Linda Sammons at (678)230-7760 or
sammonslm@bellsouth.net
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If you have announcements to be included in the bulletin or weekly parish email, or would like to add an event to the Kalendar, please submit items to Jennifer Farine, Assistant for Membership and Communications, at
jennifer@saintcolumba.net
. The bulletin deadline is noon on Tuesdays.
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