Good morning!

IT IS SPRING! (Full disclosure: I just had to ask Melissa when Spring starts!) The days are longer, we are starting to see subtle changes in the air and earth, it won’t be long until we hear the “peepers” at night and our windows are opened to re-fresh the air in our homes and spaces.

The word “Lent” comes from the ancient English word for “lengthening” – the lengthening of days, symbolizing the pattern of new life which emerges during the season of Spring. Flowers, new-born lambs, baby chicks and Easter eggs all speak of the springing up of new life. The Church uses reminders of life around us as signs and symbols of the promise we find in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

I also find that it is easy to get “lost” during this time of year as we start to get busier with tasks and other events that come when the weather turns gentler. I have been encouraged with your attendance on Sundays during Lent as we share our journey of faith together.

Keep in mind we have other events that are happening as well: our Pot Luck Super on Saturday night focusing on Immigration and Refugee experiences, a renewed call for new voices in our Choir, Youth Groups, monthly worship at the Village, Book and Bible studies and more. All these help us to renew our relationship with God. To pray more, to reflect more and above all to love more.

So, what will you do when this Lenten period comes to an end?  With Easter comes the gift of God to go out into the world and make disciples… how will you do this?



RB

IMMIGRATION DINNER AND SPEAKER

Join us this Saturday, March 25th for an exciting and informative evening hosted by the Mission and Outreach Committee.

At 5:00 we will be offering a chilli and soup supper to be followed at 6:00 with coffee and dessert with a presentation and discussion on the topic of refugees and immigration and the related laws and procedures. Our speaker from Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Boston will share information and answer questions regarding the plight of refugees in our country. Come and enjoy a quick and early dinner while learning more about his important issue! 

All are welcome! There is no cost though dessert contributions would be appreciated. Spread the word and grab some friends to come. If you have any questions, please contact

Jan Zabilski, jlzabilski@gmail.com, (781)248-9505

THE GOOD LIE MOVIE NIGHTS

Watch "The Good Lie" in preparation for the Immigration dinner on Saturday night! You can watch it at home on Amazon Prime. https://www.amazon.com/Good-Lie-Reese-Witherspoon/dp/B00Q6TLTPE



Pretzel Sunday is this Sunday, March 26!

Our Sunday School students will be rolling pieces of dough and folding them into arms crossed in prayer, then baking and sharing these treats with the congregation during coffee hour!



Many thanks to Lois and Fred Boericke for helping to make it happen! Please join us!

Still many opportunities to help with Sunday School and nursery care!

Many thanks to our volunteers who have helped with Sunday School and nursery care.

It’s exciting to have so many young friends with us during worship – all help is greatly appreciated!

Opportunities to be a part of the fun still abound in April and May!

Sign up here to volunteer!

PINE STREET INN

We are collecting cookies, bars, and brownies (homemade or store bought) for Pine Street Inn this week thru Thursday, March 24th in the narthex of the church

(front door). The guests really appreciate the sweet treats. Thank you for your support!

Middle School Youth Group will be meeting and making sweet treats for the Pine St Inn next Thursday, March 23 from 6 – 7:30!

Pilgrim's Progress

If you would like to have any information included in the April 2023 Pilgrim Progress, please send it to Melissa by Monday, March 27th. THANK YOU!

MAUNDY THURSDAY SOUP SUPPER

AND SERVICE OF TENEBRAE

On April 6th, Maundy Thursday, we will be observing the Service of Tenebrae at 7:00pm. Tenebrae service includes readings from the gospels which describe the time between the Last Supper and the Passion/Death of Jesus Christ. It is a very powerful and spiritual service of darkness and light. We hope you consider joining us.

Prior to the service, at 6:00pm, we will be gathering for a Soup and Bread Supper. If you would like to donate soup or bread, there is a sign-up in Fellowship Hall.

Would you like to sing the Hallelujah Chorus on Easter? 

It will be the closing hymn, and your voice is needed for this very special occasion. We will have sectional rehearsals after church in the music rehearsal room. The rehearsals will last approximately 30 minutes.

March 26 – all parts together

Please let me know if you are interested in joining us. I can send you music for your part, and also a rehearsal track just for you. Join us!

Claire DeCusati

Music Director

Palm Sunday ~ April 2nd

10:00am worship

Maundy Thursday ~ April 6th

6:00pm Simple Bread and Soup Supper and

7:00pm Service of Tenebrae

Good Friday ~ April 7th

Sanctuary open for silent prayer 9:00am -Noon

Easter Sunday ~ April 9th

Sunrise Service ~ Duxbury Beach 6:00am

Church Worship Service 10:00am 

COMMUNITY EVENT:

South Shore Conservatory & the Duxbury Free Library present

“Peter and the Wolf” Friday, March 24, 12 noon, 64 St. George St.



This family-friendly event starts with an interactive arts activity with the Duxbury Art Association, followed by a special woodwind quintet arrangement of Prokoviev’s Peter and the Wolf, narrated by Massachusetts State Representative Josh Cutler and Massachusetts State Senator Patrick O’Connor in the main hall at 1:00 pm. Following the performance, join us for a movement activity led by SSC Dance and CAT faculty member Kaitlyn Mazzilli. Admission is free, but registration is required.   A suggested donation of $10/adult and $5/child helps support programs like this in our community

Turkey and Syria Earthquake Appeal

The news continues to unfold about the devastating earthquake on the border of Turkey and Syria. The death toll continues to rise – numbers are pointing to over 5,000 – depending on the source. Some have asked if there is a place to donate. Here is a link to the UCC Mission effort. If you would like to donate.

The UCC has posted a prayer and short statement in response to this crisis.



https://www.sneucc.org/newsdetail/17300886?fbclid=IwAR2EkjEIVXu-Hv5IvVggx4DwNqxUxsYBlUIkluF3x_5Y-rYfr0fimIRW_T4