Dear St. Mary's Family,
Saturday night, we will celebrate the
Great Vigil of Easter at 7:30
with our bishop. We will gather outside as the sun sets (or on the porch and gathering space if it rains) and take part in a series of rituals to welcome the risen Christ among us.
We will bless the first new fire of Easter, hear the stories of salvation in the chapel by he light of the Paschal Candle, and move to the church to bless the font and proclaim that the Lord is indeed risen. It is the crowing liturgy of the entire year and there is space for you. We will have sparking beverages, fruit, cake, and a chocolate fountain afterwards in the Gathering Space. All are welcome.
On Sunday, we will
worship at 8 and 10
as always, but with even more joy. We will welcome visitors and guests with open arms and hearts and they, too, will know God's love in this place and in this community.
At 11, there will be an egg hunt
outside. If it rains, the eggs will be hidden in the historic church.
We look forward to seeing you--one and all-- this weekend. In the meantime, we wait and watch with hope for signs of resurrection all around us. We wish you a happy and holy Easter.
May the peace of Christ be yours,
The staff and leaders of St. Mary's
