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Reflections from our Pastors
February 1, 2024
There is collaboration between churches in the direction of ecumenical dialogue. It is necessary for churches to include ecumenical initiatives in
their pastoral plans and to promote ecumenical formation among pastoral workers and all the faithful. “Spiritual Ecumenism” is lived through the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, January 18-25, which is known as the soul of
ecumenical action. Mary of Magdala was blessed during this week to participate in a Prayer Service for Christian Unity with our Lutheran, Catholic, United Church of Christ, and Episcopal siblings in Christ. Christian Unity, which has its source and ultimate goal in the love of the Trinity—Mother/Father, Son and Holy Spirit-- is a grace for which it is
necessary to turn to God in prayer.
The theme for 2024’s week of Christian Unity was: “You shall love the Lord
your God ... and your neighbor as yourself.” (Luke 10:27)
Using the parable of The Good Samaritan, and the words “Go and do likewise,” Jesus sends each of us, and each of our churches, to live out his commandment to love. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we are sent out to be “other Christs”, reaching out to suffering humanity in compassion and mercy. Like the Good Samaritan towards the injured man, we can choose not to reject those who are different, but instead cultivate a culture of proximity and goodwill.
Ask yourself, how does Jesus’ invitation to “Go and do likewise” speak to my life? What does this call of Christ imply for my relationships with members of other churches? How can we charitably bear witness together to God’s love? As ambassadors for Christ (2 Cor 5:20), we are called to be reconciled to God and to one another, for fellowship to take root and grow in our churches. As mutual trust and confidence increase, we will become
more willing to reveal our wounds, including ecclesial wounds, that Christ’s love may visit and heal us through each other’s love and care. Striving together for Christian unity helps rebuild relationships, so that violence can give way to solidarity and peace.
Let us pray…
God of all Names,
We thank you for the gift of the Holy Spirit, the giver of life,
who makes us more open to each other, resolves conflict,
and strengthens our bonds of communion.
May we grow in mutual affection,
and in the desire to announce the Gospel message more faithfully,
that the world may come together in unity
and welcome the Prince of Peace.
Through Christ our brother.
Amen.
Mother Rosean
(adapted from Resources for The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity,
Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity Commission on Faith and Order of
the World Council of Churches)
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Simple Supper and Taizé Prayer - Mark Your Calendars
All three churches are participating in the Lenten Soup Supper beginning on 2/21. If you can assist in bringing Soup or with clean-up, please sign-up below.
Wednesdays - February 21, 28; March 6, 13, 20
Taizé 6 pm
Soup Supper 6:30 pm
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Please Join With Us in Our Stewardship Campaign
With the beginning of a new year comes an opportunity to pause and reflect on the past year, as well as to anticipate with hope all that the new year brings.
It is with hope and anticipation that we welcome you to join our 2024 Stewardship Campaign.
We are ahead of budget in the 8th month of our fiscal year and anticipate an overage that can help fund the similar operational costs, programs and administrative needs. But we are still in need of an increase of 4% in our Sunday collection to help balance the budget for this next year. We receive no other funding and remain a financially independent community.
To read our letter of invitation, and review our annual and proposed budget, please click here.
To download the 2024-25 pledge form, click here.
To contribute now, please click here for credit/debit card now click here.
And for any questions, please email us at marymagdalafc@gmail.com
In Christ’s love and mission,
Mary of Magdala, ECC Leadership Council
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Save the Date for "Jesus, Justice, and Poetry"
Join Fr. Teri Harroun -ECC priest of Light of Christ in Longmont, and poet laureate - for a workshop called Jesus, Justice, and Poetry.
This workshop will expose you to poetry, some that Fr. Teri has written, and other poetry as well. There will also be opportunities to pray with poetry, write poetry, and see poetry in Scripture.
Bring a listening ear, an open mind, and a prayerful heart, along with some paper and pencils for this two hour long workshop.
Meeting ID: 820 4363 2912
Passcode: poetry
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Family Housing Network February service for our Fort Collins families:
We are delighted with the number of our members who have already signed up to help during our two week rotation. All volunteer slots have been filled except for the following - we still need;
- one or two overnight hosts for February 14th (8 p.m. to 7 a.m),
- a third cook for Monday February 19th (5:30 -7:30 p.m)
- a third cook for Tuesday February 20th (also from 5:30 -7:30 p.m.).
Feel free to contact Jean Christen (970-213-7808) or Lynne Barnes (970-420-6462) with questions. Please prayerfully consider helping out & signing up at the link below. Thank you.
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Celebrating the 4th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Celebrated with Rev. Jane Reina as presider on January 28th. The video of the readings and homily is available here.
A compilation of Family Housing Network testimonials can be accessed here.
Other Mass recordings can be accessed via our website here.
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ISAAC - Love in Action, a Heart-centered Fundraiser
ISAAC is pleased to welcome as keynote speaker for its 2024 Fundraising Gala the beloved, internationally-known keynote speaker, Father Greg Boyle. Your ticket includes a complimentary drink, light dinner and fellowship. If you would like to bring a large group, consider purchasing a table to guarantee you'll be seated together.
301 Faith Partners Joint Social & Eco Justice Team and Immigration Task Force are coordinating one (or more) “301” tables for this event. Contact Judy Matthews if your are interested in seating at one of these tables, and/or pre-purchasing a table ($500-seats 8) to be reimbursed by individuals.
soc-ecojustice@stpauls-fc.org
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Praying for peace, health and well-being through challenging times.
+James Fuller, friend of Mary of Magdala and seeker, returning to Houston
+Pastor Rick Reiten, Pastor at Trinity Lutheran
+Tess Peters, friend of Mary Lou Devlin, member
+Cache and Courtney, family of Jean
+David Devlin, member
+Kolten Weitzel, grandson of Kerrie Anderson, member
+Sabrina and her two children, currently homeless
+Grandneice of Father Michael Nicosia
+Linda Browell, member
+Sandra Carter, friend of Mary Vogel
+Kris Jenkins, wife of Father Scott Jenkins
+Jen Banks, friend of Mary of Magdala
+Francisco Cruz Antonio, friend of Rev. Jane
+Grace Robinson, member
+Jerry Padilla, father of member Lisa Jones
+Janessa and Hayden, sister and niece of Jen Banks
+Rachel, daughter of Mary Lou Devlin, member.
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A blessed and peaceful repose of souls for those who've passed and comfort for the friends and families.
+Sharon L. Six, mother of Michael Six, member
+Jim Carroll, husband of member Dori Carroll
+Joanne Gallagher, member
+Daniel, cousin of Pedro Engel
+Juanita Newbre, aunt of MaryLou Devlin, member
+Jeanette Marian Banks (Brown) mother of Jen Banks
+Flavian Reising Jr., Father of Steve Reising, member
+Marge Gruber, friend of Michael Six, member
+Betty Jones, mother-in-law of Lisa Jones, member
+Jean Preslan, friend of Mother Rosean and Yvonne Wootten, member
+Josy Moos, Godmother of Tom Moos
+Fr. Fred Ball, OFR, ECC priest
+Bob Colhour, father of member Mark Colhour.
+Candy Palmer, friend of Mary Lou Devlin, member
+Johnny Berlyn Thomas, friend and benefactor out of his own poverty, of Pastor Jane
+Fr Don Willet, from John XXIII
+Linn Zink, friend of MoM, Social Justice advocate
+Bishop McGrath - RC diocese of San Jose, Friend of Suzanne King
+James Ryan cousin of Mary Lyons, member
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Please send prayer requests to marymagdalafc@gmail.com. Prayers will be listed for one month unless requested for longer. Prayers for the repose of souls will be listed for six months unless requested for a longer time. | |
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Sunday Feb 4 at 12:30 pm
- Fr. Teri Harroun is presiding. In-person and with Zoom
Wednesday Feb 7 at 11:00 am
- In the Fireside Room
- No Zoom available
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Sunday Feb 11 at 12:30 pm
- Fr. Michael Nicosia is presiding. In-person and with Zoom
Wednesday Feb 14 - Ash Wednesday Service- Time TBD
- Mother Rosean Amaral is presiding.
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Did you miss an article or announcement?
Past e-bulletins posted here
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To read the Christmas newsletter from our Presiding Bishop Paul (Pablo) Burson, click here (Spanish) and here (English).
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To read the ECC Council of Bishops' statement on the War in Gaza and Israel, click here.
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Ongoing Giving Opportunities in Fellowship hall; see list here
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Dedicating Altar Flowers? Contact Joan Stepleton at JoanStepleton@gmail.com or 864-650-2816. A $25 dollar donation is kindly requested.
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The purpose of the Mary Magdalene Society is to financially support aspiring and current priests and encourage the development of youth in their spiritual journeys. Read more here.
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Mary of Magdala Parish Community
Members: Need to view, update information or download a copy of the member directory? Just click here.
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If you would like to contribute to Mary of Magdala, here are ways to schedule a single or recurring Sunday offertory.
All are invited and ALL are welcome to join our parish community. Here is the webpage with more information on membership
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Our Vision – ‘Our guiding Light’
Weaving a tapestry of love, hope and justice for the world.
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The 301 Faith Partners--Mary of Magdala, Trinity Lutheran, St Paul's Episcopal --have a Vision, Mission and Values statement that guides our relationships, interactions, and shared projects and ministries.
Read about our Mission, Core Values and Covenant here.
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The ECC Regional Website - View here.
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Newsletters of Trinity Lutheran Church and the St. Paul's Episcopal
Click here for the Trinity Lutheran Church monthly newsletter, "Tidings". And here is St Paul's weekly bulletin.
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