To all our Friends and Members - Happy Easter! 
 
We hope this note finds each of you and your families finding the joy and peace of the risen Christ during this Easter season.  With the current COVID-19 crisis and its impact on us in ways we never imagined, it is ever more important that we continue to come together as a faith community in creative and constructive ways.  As the leadership council co-chairs, Jeff and I want to extend our gratefulness to our co-pastors, Deacons Jane and Rosean for their steadfast leadership in keeping all of us connected this past Lent and Holy Week.  From the daily reflections they developed, to the joint virtual liturgies with St. Paul’s and Trinity, and finally to our “Zoom Easter” service, we are humbled and thankful for the gifts of the spirit they have shared with us.
 
Additionally, we want to share with you that the Leadership Council is looking at the long-term impacts COVID-19 will have on our faith community. The Leadership Council continues to meet virtually every three weeks to discuss the needs of our community, as well as review guidelines and make decisions about when we can safely return to our space at Trinity. We are in constant contact with the Trinity Lutheran and St. Paul community leadership to coordinate our response to COVID-19 and understand the impact on communities of faith.  
 
For many of you, the shelter-in-place order and social distancing guidelines are difficult to manage.  From lost work to fewer social contacts with friends – it has become both an opportunity and challenge – especially for those in our community living alone or away from family.  The Mary of Magdala Leadership Council is committed to supporting all of our members any way we can. If you need support, have questions about virtual events, or would simply like to talk, please email us at marymagdalafc@gmail.com , or call our office at 970-493-9536 (yes, forwarded to a real person.)  The Council welcomes your feedback and ideas, as always.  We are in this together and your input is critical to how we are able to carry out our Mission in these uncertain times.
 
The Leadership Council would like to especially thank our numerous volunteers that have dedicated their time to keep our ministries moving, including Yvonne Wootten, for all of her efforts with communication and managing our financial obligations; Kerrie Anderson and the members of the Liturgy committee; Bill Smith for leading our music, and our visiting priests, Frs. Teri and Michael and countless others who are participating in our outreach efforts. Our community is made stronger through the volunteer efforts of many.
 
As we continue to navigate through COVID-19 and beyond, please know that the Leadership Council and your co-pastors’ first thought is to support each of you through this tough time.  The Mary of Magdala community is a beautiful gift; we hold that gift close to our hearts and keep each of you in thoughtful prayer during this difficult time.
 
Easter blessings to each of you and your families. 
Jeff and Michael, Mary of Magdala Leadership Council co-chairs
 
Leadership Council Members: (See our website for more information, here )
Jeff Akkerman and Michael Six, Co-Chairs                      Joanne Gallagher, Secretary
Chantal Bouveron                                                                   David Devlin
Rain Orsi                                                                                    Len Russ
Deacon Rosean Amaral                                                         Deacon Jane Reina