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Reflection from your Co-Pastors
June 28, 2022
Matthew 8: 25
“Jesus, save us! We are lost!”
This was the cry of the disciples as a violent storm swamped their boat with water. Jesus’ disciples today are crying out with the same refrain: “Jesus, save us! We are lost!” The world as we have known it has drastically changed in the past few years and our comfort zone, our smooth sailing, has been disrupted. We continue to try to make sense of it all, or at best, adjust to our lives as they are in a toxic environment (both COVID virus and air quality), political unrest, threats of war, and fear for the foundations of our democracy. “Jesus save us! We are lost!”
Yet, as the disciples stayed together supporting each other through the storms of the sea and of their lives, especially after Jesus crucifixion, death, and resurrection, we too have each other for comfort, support and strength through this time of unknowing-- this in between time from “How can this be?” to “Nothing is impossible with God.” Let us stand together in support of each other at Mary of Magdala, and let our prayer be “God, lead us in your justice.” Amen
Today, I'd like to share with you the words of poet, novelist, and social justice activist, Marge Piercy:
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THE LOW ROAD *
What can they do
to you? Whatever they want.
They can set you up, they can
bust you, they can break
your laws, they can
burn your brain with electricity,
blur you with drugs till you
can't walk, can't remember, they can
take your child, wall up
your lover. They can do anything
you can't stop them
from doing. How can you stop
them? Alone, you can fight,
you can refuse,
but they roll over you.
But two people can keep each other sane,
can give support, conviction, love, massage, hope.
Three people are a delegation,
a committee, a wedge. With four
you can play bridge and start
an organization. With six
you can rent a whole house,
eat pie for dinner with no
seconds, and hold a fund-raising party.
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A dozen make a demonstration.
A hundred fill a hall.
A thousand have solidarity and your own newsletter;
ten thousand, power and your own paper;
a hundred thousand, your own media;
ten million, your own country.
It goes on one at a time,
it starts when you care
to act, it starts when you do
it again after they said no,
it starts when you say We
and know who you mean,
and each day you mean one more.
*poem has been adapted
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Author Marge Percy- Picture from the Providenncetown Independent Newspaper in outer Cape Cod
Top Image by Elias Sch. from Pixabay
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Wednesday 6/29 - 11:00 am Mass Canceled
Last Friday's Covid Dashboard reported the 7-day percentage of Covid positive results as being above 10% - RED STATUS. Our 301 Policy asks us to cancel in-building meetings and services for the week.
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The dashboard is improving this week so check back on Saturday for our update. Great hopes we will all be back in the church on Sunday. | | |
This week at Mary of Magdala, ECC | |
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Many thanks to those who have stepped up to help, just need ONE more Volunteers
Thank you, thank you for those who have volunteered to help our hosting of a homeless family over 4th of July holiday.
We are in need of help on July 4th
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An additional overnight host is needed from 8:00 pm to 7:00 am. Private sleeping area is provided and primary function is contact for family if needed during the evening. Feel free to contact Jean or Lynne - via Jean's email, or Lynne's email if you have questions or concerns.
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RSVP this week!
Rocky Mountain Regional ECC
Picnic and Mass with Bishop Kae Presiding
July 10 beginning at 11:00 am
with Mass being celebrated from 1:00-2:00 pm
Please RSVP here by Thursday, June 30.
Picnic and Mass location is in Longmont at Collyer Park, 600 Collyer Street. Directions here. (Carpooling encouraged.) Our Regional Council will provide burgers, dogs and buns, with gluten free and vegan options as well as condiments.
BYO Chairs, picnic blankets; beverages (No alcohol allowed); cups, plates, utensils; and a sidedish/chips/etc to share.
All friends and members of the ECC churches in Northern Colorado are invited. This will be a great opportunity to experience the love and friendship of our larger ECC community and acknowledge and thank those who have served the region.
Let us know (via the RSVP LINK) if you can provide a ride or if you need a ride. If you have questions contact Mother Rosean at 970-692-4238.
NOTE: A Zoom session for the Mass is being explored and will let everyone know the link if all works well. There will NOT be a Mary of Magdala Mass at 5:00 pm on July 10.
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See full itinerary for this six day cultural experience here.
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Travel with a Purpose to New Mexico!
The 301 Faith Partners have an opportunity for a guided tour of four tribal Pueblos in Northern New Mexico from October 2-8
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INTERESTED? Let us know by Thursday
No Commitment. just let us know if you are interested.
The Ft. Collins 4 Star non-profit organization Trees, Water & People https://treeswaterpeople.org/ not only does work in support of local communities in Central America and U.S. native lands, they lead tours to these areas.
This trip would include all costs of transportation, lodging, meals, and an option to visit Bandelier National Monument. The proposed itinerary and tentative cost is $2,142 per person assuming 12 participants. (See full tour description here.)
If you are interested in this special opportunity and/or have questions, please contact Wally Jacobson by June 30 via email: Jacobson.wp@gmail.com or via phone at (970) 223-2276.
Image by Brigitte Werner from Pixabay-Bandelier National Monument
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Celebration of the Installation of
Rev. Felicia Smith-Graybeal as Rector for St. Paul's
July 3 at Their 9:00 am Service
A very special event is on the horizon! The Episcopal bishop will be coming to St. Paul’s to install Pastor Felicia as the permanent rector. Come and celebrate this new chapter in our 301 Faith Partner's journey together.
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Praying for peace, health and well-being through challenging times
+ Cathy Engel, member
+ Pauletta and Beth, friends of member Suzanne King
+ Cory Breslin - friend of member Kerrie Anderson
+ Jim, husband of Dori Carroll member
+ Joanne Gallagher - member
+ Deacon Katie (TLC), Curtis, & Baby Theo
+ Edward for healing and Marge for hope, relatives of Ruth Conley, member
+ Heather, daughter of Don Heyse, (TLC)
+Paul Wagner, brother of Co-Pastor Rev.Jane
+ Dave Skinner, friend of Sharon Friedman.
+ Harry, 11 year canine companion to Gray La Fond.
+ Yvonne Keefe - member
+ Michael Juranek - friend of David and Mary Lou Devlin
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+ Everly Parks - friend to Lynne and Jim Barnes, members.
+ Rosemary - Fr Michael's mother
+ Suzanne King - member
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A blessed and peaceful repose of souls for those who've passed and comfort for the friends and families.
+ Mother of Bishop Kae Madden
+ Dennis Snyder. brother-in-law of Ruth Alexander, member
+ John Crowfoot, friend of Jean Christen, member
+ Lauren Roob - friend of Rosanna Bateman, member
+ Dona Bosse - member
+ Blanca Mattalia Wyrzykowski, friend of Mother Rosean
+ Gloria Farrell, aunt of Co-Pastor Jane
+ Tom Froehlich, brother of Ann Russell, member
+ Howard, brother of Joan Crawford, ECC Deacon
+ Verna Bodig, member
+ Kathie Reiten, mother of Pastor Rick.
+ Mary Lynn Eyestone, sister of Joan Chapman Smith, member
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Please send prayer requests to marymagdalafc@gmail.com. Prayers will be listed for one month unless requested for longer. Prayers for the repose of souls will be listed for six months unless requested for a longer time. | |
Service Recordings and More | |
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Immaculate Heart of Mary and Pride Sunday - June 26, 2022
A video recording of readings and the homily by Mother Rosean Amaral is available here. The full Sunday Mass worship aid is available to help with prayer and meditation.
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Past Recordings, Bulletins, and Announcements
For all bulletins, reflections, Sunday recordings during, visit our webpage. Please contact us with questions, concerns and ideas for better connection with and for the community - marymagdalafc@gmail.com. And feel free to call the office at 970 493-9536
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Our Vision – ‘Our guiding Light’
Weaving a tapestry of love, hope and justice for the world.
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The 301 Faith Partners--Mary of Magdala, Trinity Lutheran, St Paul's Episcopal --have a Vision, Mission and Values statement that guides our relationships, interactions, and shared projects and ministries.
Read about our Mission, Core Values and Covenant here.
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Newsletters of Trinity Lutheran Church and the St. Paul's Episcopal
What are our partners in ministry up to? Click here for the Trinity Lutheran Church monthly newsletter, "Tidings". And here is St Paul's weekly bulletin.
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