Church of the Holy Comforter eNews | March 22, 2024

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PLEASE NOTE: There will be no 9:30 or 11:15 a.m. services or Sunday School on Palm Sunday.

Our Holy Week and Easter services are unique, memorable, and engaging for all ages. Please join us!

PALM SUNDAY, MARCH 24 AT 10 A.M. Children are invited to wave palms and welcome the rest of the parish into the church. Please meet our volunteers inside the church at 9:45 to get your palms and grab a great place to see and experience the procession! Parents are welcome as well. No Sunday School on Palm Sunday, but we will have Children's Chapel.

MAUNDY THURSDAY, MARCH 28 AT 7:30 P.M. Our interactive Maundy Thursday service is a hands-on, active service for all ages in which we tell the story of the Last Supper. If your child would like to be a disciple at the table (we have two non-speaking roles for kids), please contact Susan McGuire. We follow this with more solemn and reflective services on Good Friday.

EASTER SUNDAY, MARCH 31 We will welcome the risen Jesus with bells, joyful song, and the dove kite! Meet us between services (at about 10:30) for our traditional Easter Egg Hunt. No Sunday School or Children's Chapel on Easter Sunday. 

Baked Goods Needed to Support Youth Mission Trip

9 a.m.–Noon; Easter Sunday

The youth will be hosting this Easter bake sale. Please bake your favorite recipe and drop off before 9 a.m. that day or leave in the Ministry Center refrigerator. Proceeds go to support Holy Comforter’s Youth Mission Trip to Puerto this summer. Sign up HERE to donate a baked item.

Youth-Led Service

Sunday, April 14

(with sermon by Erin-Grace McGuire)

At the 9:30 service, youth will serve as worship service leaders. Graduating seniors will be recognized, Carol Stock Book Awards will be distributed, and a reception celebrating our graduating seniors will follow in the Ministry Center. All are welcome.

Youth Beach Trip

June 7–9

Calling all youth grades 7–12! Sign up for a fun weekend at Rehoboth Beach! Leave Friday, June 7 at 4 p.m. Return Sunday, June 9 at 2:30 p.m. Cost is $75. To reserve, pay by April 1. This year we are limited to 10 youth on a first come basis. Friends are welcome if space is available after April 1. Wait list for friends is available. Pay online HERE (select “Youth Beach Trip” in the Fund dropdown menu.

BOOK GRANTS FOR GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS - Graduating high school seniors who have been active in church activities and plan to attend a course of higher education are invited to complete the application for a grant to purchase textbooks. Download the application form HERE. Email the completed form to Kip Brailey or drop off at the Church Office. The due date is April 24.

CHRISTIAN SUMMER CAMP GRANTS FOR CHURCH YOUTH - ECW (Episcopal Church Women) is offering grants to parish youth to encourage their participation in a Christian camp this summer. One grant per child is available for attendance at Shrine Mont Summer Camp or another Christian camp. Grant amounts will be determined in May based on the number of applicants and the total grant funds available, and are limited to a maximum of $150 per child. Download the application form HERE. All applications are due by April 28. Questions? Please contact Lauren Bain.

PENNYWISE Thrift Shop

at 214 Dominion Road, NE, Vienna, VA

With spring upon us, and Easter just around the corner. Pennywise can be your go-to for that new picture, vase, or table centerpiece for your home's spring refresh. We are also a budget-friendly boutique for your Easter outfit as well as clothing for the entire family. Plus, we may just have the small items the Easter Bunny is looking for to complete the many baskets he has to fill. Pennywise is here for you!

When you stop by, consider volunteering. Judy Kilkenny can help you find a shift (2 hours) that will fit your schedule. Also, we are a convenient drop-off for your paper grocery bags and are also in need of LARGE shopping bags. As always, we thank you for your continued support. 

RSVP BY APRIL 1

ECW Spring Luncheon

Sunday, April 7; 1–3 p.m.; Ministry Center

All women of Holy Comforter are invited to this springtime luncheon hosted by ECW (Episcopal Church Women). Lunch will be followed by a tasting of chocolates paired with wines and non-alcoholic beverages. There is no charge for this event. Just bring yourself, your friends and your appetite for chocolate. RSVP HERE by April 1. Questions? Please contact Judy Boott.

MINISTRY LEADERS: A whiteboard with magnets is now available in the Narthex for you to post announcements. Please use the board rather than posting on the walls or columns in the Narthex.