Weekly E-news from Memorial Church 10/30/24

October 30, 2024

Announcements

Stepping into Sacred Time

An interfaith program Stepping into Sacred Time will be held Wednesday night, 10/30 at the Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies, which is at 956 Dulaney Valley Rd., Towson, MD 21204 at 7 PM. Members of the MEC community were instrumental in the design of this program in fulfillment to our commitment to the congregational leaders fellowship this past January - June. Please join us if you are able!

The program theme is the importance of holding space and time in our lives devoted to relationship with the Holy One. Our hope is that by providing examples of prayers and texts from the three Abrahamic faith traditions we can learn from one another and help strengthen our growing interfaith relationships. During the discussion section, we invite insights and questions about our similarities and our differences as we grow in community with one another. Member congregations in addition to MEC include Hasbuna Allahu and Masjid Al Inshirah Muslim congregations, Beth Israel Congregation, and St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church.

All Saints Day

Please do not forget to bring photos or other mementos to church for the ofrenda on All Saints Day this Sunday. And please feel free to send and digital images of loved ones who have gone to eternity to Candice (office@memorialepiscopal.org) or to Pan+ (pan@memorialepiscopal.org) by COB on 10/31 so they can be printed and presented on the ofrenda.

Image Source: https://summitmusings.blogspot.com/2010/11/fun-monday-maxine-on-age-and-beauty.html

Don’t Forget to Fall Back! 🍁⏰

This Sunday, November 5th, marks the end of Daylight Saving Time. Be sure to set your clocks back by one hour before going to bed on Saturday night.

We’ll gain an extra hour of rest and wake up to brighter mornings!

Remember to adjust any other timers, appliances, and devices that don’t automatically change.

Enjoy the extra hour, and we’ll see you on Sunday!

Food Donations for Afghan Immigrants

Dear Memorial Community,

We are collecting food donations for two immigrant families with a total of six children and five adults. Their government assistance has been reduced and we are helping to fill the gap, while they continue to work hard to establish their independence.

Please bring your donations to the church sanctuary, where there will be a marked box to leave items, on Sundays only, between 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. We will deliver them to the families after the 10:30 service. All food should be either shelf-stable or safe to remain at room temperature for several hours.

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Contributor: Justine Koontz, Music Minister

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(offering welcome)

Stressed about the election?

Need a pleasant distraction and some space to think?

Want a reminder of the bigger picture?

Please join Memorial Episcopal Church on Monday, November 4th at 7:30 pm for a special Election Eve Evensong.

Featuring:

Annie Gill, soprano

Bethany Dame, organ

The Memorial Episcopal Church Choir

The Election Eve Song will be available on Zoom.

Zoom Host: Stephanie Hull

In Church Streaming Tech: Arlo Lentini

Meeting ID: 864 9573 9627

Passcode: 911154

Zoom Link

Contributor: Lateya Burrows, Justice & Reparations Coordinator

Saturday, November 9th

12 - 2 pm

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2636 W. North Ave.

Baltimore, MD 21216

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Contributor: Beth Torres, Junior Warden

Memorial Episcopal Church is excited to announce the launch of our online silent auction! Running from September 24 to December 22, 2024, this fundraiser will feature a variety of unique items available for bidding, as well as "Buy it Now" options for immediate purchase.

New items will be added throughout the auction, so be sure to check back often! All proceeds support the mission and ministries of Memorial Episcopal.

For more information or questions, please contact Beth Torres at jrwarden@memorialepiscopal.org. Visit our auction at this link.

New Update:

Streamlined Process for Requesting E-News Announcements!

You can now request an e-news announcement using our new e-newsletter announcement submission form.

Whether you’re sharing details about an upcoming event, volunteer opportunity, or important community news, simply fill out the form with all the relevant information. This updated process ensures your announcements are efficiently included in our weekly communications:

General Announcements:

Published in the Wednesday e-news at 3 p.m.

Worship-Related Announcements:

Published in the Friday e-news at 10 a.m.

To submit your announcement, click the link to access the form to provide the necessary details, and the Parish Administrator will take care of the rest!

If you have a graphic design request, please submit your form two weeks before the desired publication date.

Thank you for helping us keep the community informed!

Submit eNewsletter Announcement

Contributors: Zoom Worship Committee

High School Student Volunteer Opportunity (Zoom Tech)

Become a Zoom Tech volunteer and accumulate community service hours by providing technical support to the Memorial Episcopal Church community. As a Zoom Tech, you'll assist members with various online needs, fostering connections and ensuring smooth virtual interactions. This opportunity offers the chance to develop valuable skills while making a positive impact within our church community. Join us in supporting our community's online endeavors and enhancing their digital experience.

Please note: The Zoom Tech volunteer opportunity is not exclusive to high school students.

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Volunteer Sign Up Request

In Church Streaming Tech Opportunity

We are currently seeking people to work as media technicians in our church to support our streaming and Zoom services on Sundays. These services are designed to help individuals who are unable to attend in person but still wish to worship as part of our community. As a media technologist, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth operation of our online services.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this position, please contact the Parish Administrator via email at office@memorialepiscopal.org. Please include your name, contact information, and a cover letter/brief summary of your relevant experience or interest in the role.

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Become a donor for weekly flower donations!

Join us in celebrating and honoring special occasions with altar flowers by registering to donate flowers. Flowers on the altar are a beautiful way to offer praise and glory to God while commemorating significant moments in our lives. Whether you wish to remember a loved one, express thanksgiving, or acknowledge a milestone, dedicating flowers to the altar is a meaningful gesture.

Flower Donation Sign-Up Form

If you are interested in donating flowers for the altar for Sunday Worship Service on any of the following days listed on the Sign Up Form, please click the link below to add your name to any of the weeks listed. Please note that multiple donations can be made on the same day.

After you have signed up for a day on the form, proceed to the Donate Now link to make your tax-deductible contribution by selecting "Flower Donation" from the drop-down menu option.

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