“Lord, I will turn, turn my face towards you. I will lay before you the desert areas I hid and turn to soak in your refreshing words of life.” JULIE PALMER

In this Lenten Season ... we turn our faces to the sky with former astronaut and NASA administrator Charles Bolden in this week's Sunday Forum, “Finding God in Science.” At Wednesdays@St. C's , rediscover your faith in the workplace with one of our discussion groups, or join one of our book study groups on Bishop Mariann Budde’s new book to receive Jesus more deeply in practicing the Way of Love.   ~ a message from Bronwyn Roy
You won't want to miss ...
Church!
Daylight Savings Time begins Sun., Mar. 8, at 2 am . Be sure to turn your clocks ahead on Saturday night and get to bed an hour earlier. It is also the perfect time to check the batteries in your household smoke alarms.
Sunday Forum
"Finding God in Science"
As a former astronaut and NASA administrator, Charlie Bolden's experiences testify to the ability of the human spirit to overcome adversity. On Sun., Mar. 8, at 10:15 am, c ome explore what we accomplish when we dream big together. (Church Nave)
A Mindful Lent
Labyrinth Program & Walk
Join us as we delve into the practice of mindfulness or living in the present moment, with a special labyrinth program and walk on Tues., Mar. 10 at 7 pm (Great Hall). Led by parishioner and certified mindfulness instructor Courtney Hundley.
And Every Sunday at St. Columba's ...
Our  Regular Worship Schedule offers services in the Church Nave at 
8 am (spoken),  9 am (family-friendly service with children's choirs and an age-appropriate Gospel story for children 3-8), and  11:15 am featuring our adult choirs. The Great Hall service at  9:15 am is designed for pre-school aged children and their families.  Learn more about child care, Sunday School and the other family-focused programs St. Columba's offers.
Practicing Faith
LENT
A Mindful Lent 
Special Labyrinth Program and Walk
As part of your Lenten observance, explore the practice of mindfulness -- living in the present moment -- with a special labyrinth program and walk on Tues., Mar. 10 in the Great Hall. Led by parishioner and certified mindfulness instructor Courtney Hundley, the evening will begin with a mindfulness workshop from 7-7:45 pm, followed by an open labyrinth walk accompanied by live music until 8:30 PM. No experience necessary. Contact: Suzi Kindervatter
LENT
Lenten Practices at Home
Looking ways to enrich your Lenten experience as a family? Consider these practices ...

Lenten Giving Calendar 
Download  this game to step through Lent day by day and put coins in a jar. On Easter count your coins and decide with whom to share them!

The Way of Love in Lent
Consider a daily Bible reading and reflection question to experience all of the seven practices during Lent. Some are easier than others to share with your children, but you can also feed your own spirit this Lent! Click  here  for your Way of Love Calendar in Lent. Here  are more "Way of Love" Lenten resources.
LENT
It's not too late to join in ...
Lent is the time to discern your personal faith story. It is a time for reflection, repentence and renewal. Come rediscover yourself by walking the Way of Love with us this Lenten season. Enrich your prayer life and grow deeper in faith by participating in a St. C’s book group, workshop or retreat. Learn more about our Lenten formation programs ... Here is just a sampling!
WEDNESDAY@ST. C'S IN LENT: MAR. 4 - APR. 1
Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm (Rm 212)
Faith at Work
Many wonder, “How do I practice my faith at work? It’s not appropriate
for most of us to proselytize, but what else can we do? How do we remind
ourselves that we are still living out God’s love in the midst of meetings and
deadlines?” ~ from parishioner Mary Ann Carter

Do you work in Health Care or as a Social Service Provider? Join Ledlie this
Wed., Mar. 11, 7-8:30 pm , in the Great Hall for conversation about the intersection of faith and work.

Next week:
March 18: Those Caring for Family at Home
Click here for a schedule of upcoming sessions.
Note: you are invited to only one session in this series. If there is interest among those gathered, we will determine next steps.
Wednesdays, 9:45-11:15 am (Rm 212) OR 7-8:30 pm (Rm 215)
Lenten Book Groups
Join a morning or evening group for a weekly exploration of Bishop Marianne Budde's book, "Receiving Jesus: The Way of Love" led by  David Griswold . Register by  email .

Wednesdays, 7-8 pm (Rm 220)
Parenting the Way of Love: Book Study Group
Join us Wednesdays in Lent as we use Bishop Marianne Budde’s book “Receiving Jesus: The Way of Love” to explore what it means for us to "Parent the Way of Love.” Led by  Amy Molina-Moore

Note:   Bishop Marianne Budde’s book “Receiving Jesus: The Way of Love” is available for a $12 purchase this Sunday (only) at the Welcome desk or online . 
WEDNESDAYS IN LENT: MAR. 11 - APR. 15, 4:45-6 PM (RM 203)
Legos for Lent
Legos for Lent is a program for children ages 4-10 to hear a Bible story, talk about the story and create a Lego scene depicting the story. Click  here  to register or just come for the fun! Led by  Katie McGervey
Strengthening Community
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Help Envision the Future of our Ministry 
St. Columba’s vibrant Children’s Ministry has drawn many of us into this community and nourished our families along our spiritual journey. It is an essential part of St. Columba’s. During this time of transition, a Renovation Team has convened with the two-fold task of supporting interim director Katie McGervey, and considering the future of this program.

As we envision the future of this ministry, we want to hear from you! We’ve created a brief (5 min) anonymous survey, available both online and by hard copy at the Welcome desk. Please respond by March 15 and share your experiences and perspective so we can enrich this program for all our children. Thank you to all who have contributed your time to making the ministry successful this year! Contact: Emily Lawson
MUSIC
Middle C at St. Columba's Concert Series
Come hear Mandy Brown, soprano and Tatiana Loisha, piano in "Flora and Fauna" on Fri., Mar. 13 at 7 pm in the Music Rm. An art song recital reveling in nature's beauty and the curious creatures that live in it. Including works by Barber, Britten, Schubert, Strauss, Hoiby, and a world premiere by Irish composer Fiona Linnane. Tickets are $15. Contact: Diane Heath
FILM
"The Biggest Little Farm" at St. C's
Join us for the award-winning documentary “The Biggest Little Farm” on Fri., Mar. 20 at 7 pm in the Great Hall. A California couple bring a barren farm back to life. Tickets: $5 suggested donation to benefit Sustainable Villages Honduras, which teaches sustainable Mayan farming. After the movie, join the Environment Committee for a panel discussion on combating climate change in our own backyards. Contact: Kris Moore
Gathering
Lois Marie Herrmann
Lois Herrmann died on Jan. 14, 2020. May her soul, and the souls of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at St. Columba’s on Sat., Mar. 14 at 11 am.
Gathering
For more event info, go to Calendar at Columba.org

Sung Compline During Lent
Singers share Compline on Sunday evenings at 7:30 pm in St. Aidan's Chapel. It is a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day, based upon the traditional evening liturgy of scripture, music, prayers, and silence. Join us to either sing or listen.

Find out more on St. C's Lenten Calendar . From worship services to book groups and workshops, and labyrinths walks to days of reflection ... You'll find it all right here .

SUNDAYS
Healing Prayer  During Communion at the 9:15 and 10:30 am services, you are invited for a healing prayer for yourself or others in St. Aidan's Chapel or at the 42nd Street entry.

Sunday Forums 10:15, in Church Nave or Great Hall. Presentations that stimulate our imagination about living the Christian life in this community, and in today’s changing world. See speaker lineup.

Bible, Coffee & Conversation  Come 10:15 am, in Rm 238. When we open our minds and hearts to Scripture, we learn to see God’s story and God’s activity in our everyday lives. Join us!

Sung Compline During Lent
Singers will be sharing Compline, a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day on Sunday evenings, Mar. 1-29, at 7:30 pm in St. Aidan's Chapel.

MONDAYS & THURSDAYS
Centering Prayer
Join us Monday evenings (6:25-7:30 pm) and/or Thursday afternoons (12:55-2 pm), Rm 202.

WEDNESDAYS
Mothers' Group 10 am, Rm 203. Join us as we get to know each other better, sharing the highs and lows of motherhood. Free child care.

WEDNESDAY@ST. C's IN LENT
Find more information about Wednesday evening Way of Love book groups, programs & workshops on St. C's Lenten Calendar.

THURSDAYS
Thursday Morning Bible Study Group 7:45 am, Rm 212.
Living Clearly: Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation An introductory course Mar. 5 - Apr. 9 at 7-8 pm, in Rm 212, led by Catherine Flanagan.

SUN., MAR. 8
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS BEGINS! Set your clocks ahead by one hour.
Newcomer Tour & Talk 10:15 am, at the Welcome Desk.
Second Tuesday Grate Patrol 11:15 am, in Rm 205.

TUES., MAR. 10
A Mindful Lent: Special Labyrinth Program and Walk 7 pm, led by parishioner and certified mindfulness instructor Courtney Hundley, Great Hall.

WED., MAR. 11
CIRCLE: LGBT Circle at 7 pm, in Rm. 220. Led by Mark Smith.

FRI., MAR. 13
Middle C at St. Columba's Concert Series: Mandy Brown, soprano and Tatiana Loisha, piano in "Flora and Fauna" 7 pm, Music Rm. Tickets are $15.

SAT., MAR. 14
Sticks-in-Stitches 10 am-12 pm in the Lounge at Friendship Terrace (2nd fl).
Seeing the Face of God in Each Other Free two-day anti-racism workshop offered by the Episcopal Church. Sat., Mar. 14 and 21, 8:30 am - 4 pm (Grace Episcopal Church, 1607 Grace Church Rd, Silver Spring) Register

WED., MAR. 18
Benedictine Cell First and third Wednesday of the month, from 6-7 pm in the Deming Library.

THURS., MAR. 19
Parable of Work Support Group Meets first and third Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm, Rm 215.

FRI., MAR. 20
Environment Committee Movie Night An award-winning documentary “The Biggest Little Farm” 7 pm in the Great Hall.

SAT., MAR. 21
The Contemplative Experience of Jesus: Lenten Half Day for Prayer and Reflection. Come and deepen your Lenten journey at this mini-retreat 9 am-1 pm, in Rm 212.

TUES., MAR. 24
Branches Meditation Group meets (Fourth Tuesday) for meditation, prayer and sharing in community, 7:30-9 pm in Rm 203.

SUN., Mar. 29
J2A Chili Cook-off 12:30-2 pm, Common.
"Sundays at 5 pm: Chamber Music for Hearts and Minds" with Rosa Lamoreaux, 5 pm, Church Nave.

THURS., APR. 2
Creative Aging Network (CAN) 12:30-2 pm in Rm 212.

SUN., APR. 5
Caregivers' Support Group 12:30-2 pm, in Rm 212.
Environment Committee 12:30 pm, in Rm 215.
Fathers’ Group 8 pm at The Avenue (5540 Connecticut Ave., NW).

MON., APR. 6
First Monday Prayer Group 9-10:30 am, in Rm 220.

WED., APR. 15
CIRCLE: Wisdom Circle 9:30-10:45 am, Rm 212. A chance to reflect on the experience of "Elderhood" with prayer, bible study and discussion. (Second Wednesdays) Register or just come!