THE CLOAK
St. Martin's Weekly E-Newsletter
April 2, 2020
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To seek God, and be Christ’s body in the world
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Preparing for Palm Sunday
Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross.
We show our joy with palms when Jesus rode into Jerusalem not as a conquering king but in humility, the Servant King. Hosanna! We cry, blessed are you who come in God’s name to save us. On this day of great rejoicing, when we welcome Jesus as our King, we also walk in the shadow of the cross.
As this week's celebratory journey leads to Good Friday, help us know that you are with us when facing such sadness.
In your mercy enable us to share in your Son's obedience to your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection.
Let us look forward to the joy of Easter Day when you rose from death to reign forever. Help us, as we daily lay our lives before you, to live the resurrection life that acknowledges Jesus as Lord and King over all our lives. Amen.
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This Week's Schedule
PALM SUNDAY, April 5
10:00am Sunday School for all ages via Zoom with Deb Parker
Holy Eucharist Virtual Options
Palm Sunday Service with Fr. David and Fr. Karl will be recorded from CCI
(details for linking to view the service will be emailed when available)
TUESDAY, April 7
5:30pm Worship Planning Meeting via Zoom
6:30pm Yoga-Zoom in from home
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Main Office Memo
Since churches are considered “essential” organizations, the church office remains open for the processing of mail, responding to calls, publishing the e-newsletter, and maintaining other office functions. Although they might vary slightly during this COVID-19 time, typical hours are Mondays and Fridays 9:00 AM-3:30 PM and Wednesdays 9:00 AM-12:30 PM. If you call or email outside of those hours, please be patient for a response. Thank you!
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Weekly Giving
It is so gratifying that your financial support has continued in this critical time. Checks are coming in the mail and being dropped off at church in addition to online donations being received through PayPal. We are so blessed to have a such a generous congregation and extended family. For those that weren't sure of methods for donating while services are not in session, here are the options:
Checks:
Mailed to St. Martin's Church, 400 King of Prussia Rd, Radnor, PA 19087
Dropped off in the main office during open hours (use the offering basket on the main desk)
Online via PayPal:
Use the "Donate" link on St. Martin's website or
click here. It is not required to have a PayPal account to donate. Anyone is able to give as a "guest" user of PayPal.
Thank you!
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Online Services
Please visit St. Martin's YouTube channel to view Sundays' services:
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Virtual Sessions
Our regular Sunday School process of prayer, saying hello, reading from the bible, and chatting about what the bible story might mean is virtually in session! Children and parents, friends and visitors are welcome to meet at 10:00 AM via Zoom
(early login starts around 9:30 for participants to get technically settled)
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LINKS:
We have enjoyed expanding the number and locations of participants, so please spread the word!
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Virtual Procession
Join us for Zoom Sunday School on April 5th as we experience Christ’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem and then travel through Holy Week. Annually we repeat this journey to the cross before once again celebrating Christ’s resurrection. Children and parents, friends and visitors are welcome to meet at 10:00 AM via Zoom
(early login starts around 9:30 for participants to get technically settled). Ms. Deb distributes Zoom meeting details on Saturday. You are invited to email
stmartinsradnor@gmail.com to be added to the list.
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Soup Ministry Continues
Thank you to this week's soup contributors - Deb Parker, Bev Reinhardt, Abby Thomas, Susan Underwood & Pam Faber. We delivered a nice variety of soups including Vegan bean, split pea & ham, chicken vegetable and broccoli cheddar. Our soups are a very special treat especially during this unprecedented time.
We will continue soup making for a few more weeks for those who are interested. Please contact
Pam Faber
and let her know if you will be making soup. Freeze the soup and then we will make arrangements for it to be delivered to church. Containers can be picked up during office hours or by calling Pam. This truly has become an "essential" ministry.
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Mark Your Calendar
Palm Sunday, April 5
Recorded Holy Eucharist with Fr. David and Fr. Karl at CCI.
A link will be provided when available.
Maundy Thursday, April 9
Recorded Holy Eucharist with Fr. David
Good Friday, April 10
Recorded Stations of the Cross - two versions
1-with Fr. Karl
2-with Deb Parker
Easter, April 12
Recorded Holy Eucharist - two versions
1-with Fr. Karl at CCI
2-with Fr. David at SMC
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A Multi-Generational Activity
Holy Week is a time to walk with Jesus. For the 4th year, we will take time to reflect prayerfully as we remember Jesus’ final hours leading to the cross. Your home and yard become the site for each stop. This multigenerational approach gives you an opportunity to find places to pause and pray. Deb Parker will post these Stations on Facebook. Please contact Deb (
stmartinsradnor@gmail.com) to request them via email.
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Relax & De-stress
Our good friend, Rev. Amanda Eiman, has resumed yoga sessions, virtually. Class will be the usual time of 6:30 PM on Tuesdays. So, Zoom in from home for this great stress-relieving activity. Interested participants can email
admin@stmartinsradnor.org for the Zoom meeting details.
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Follow Up
If you missed the Lenten Series on March 18 you can still
watch the video
and
follow the steps
to learn about the prayer practice of Lectio Divina. This can become part of your Lenten discipline.
Supplemental Links:
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Contribution News!
Reported by Sandy Reinhardt
Among all the grim headlines, allow me to share some great news! A sizeable donation has been received by St Martin`s for deposit directly into the Capital Campaign Fund housed at Vanguard. With this boost, we can go ahead with several improvements to the physical plant and grounds of the Church.
Read more...
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Online Updates
Staying connected is of utmost importance while managing our way through this COVID-19 health crisis. For your convenience, a few updates have been made to St. Martin's website to help with communications about prayer services, donatons, and general operations. They include:
Please know that every effort is being made to timely post the ever-changing event statuses and church news. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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The Liturgy of the Palms
Matthew 21:1-11
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29
The Liturgy of the Word
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 31:9-16
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 26:14- 27:66
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