Sixth Week after Epiphany
February 20, 2019
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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
NOTE:
Sunday Evening Groups will not be meeting this Sunday (2/24) so that we can support the Parish Outreach Dinner
. We will resume next Sunday (3/3) on our regular schedule.
Groups meet 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 (No book) 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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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).
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. At Noon there will be a quiet, said Mass with a homily and imposition of ashes. This liturgy lasts about 45 minutes.
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.
Confessions will be heard in the Chapel on
Shrove Tuesday (3/5) from 12-1pm, and on Ash Wednesday (3/6) from 11-11:45am and from 6-6:45pm,
or by appointment (
contact
Father Tripp).
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper/Youths Needed
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.
Also, we need youth to help cook pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, and we need youth to help serve on St. Paddy's Day! Contact
Sally
if interested.
Mark your calendars for
- March 5th--Shrove Tuesday!
- March 17th--St. Paddy's Day Dinner!
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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 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. The group will also have lunch on Friday, March 8, at Oyster Bay Seafood in Lawrenceville. Coordinator:
Sue Inbau
. Cutoff date: March 4. Meet at the church at 10:15 am, leave at 10:30 and back around 2:00 pm. The Pacesetters will have their regular monthly meeting at 11:30 am on Monday, February 25. All are welcome!
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Newcomer's Luncheon
A luncheon is held every few months for those new to the parish and for those wishing to get more involved in the ministry of the parish.
The next luncheon will be held on Sunday, March 10 at 11:30 am.
You can sign up at the Welcome Center in the Narthex, email
Jennifer
or by phone to the parish office, (770) 888-4464 x 8002.
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Save the Date
Mark your calendars! Vacation Bible School week will be held the week of July 22 - July 26 with a decoration day after mass on July 21.
Look for more details in upcoming Parish Posts!
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Building and Grounds Committee
The Building and Grounds Committee will meet on Monday, March 4 at 7:00 pm in the Narthex. All are welcome.
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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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