The Fourth Sunday of Easter:

April 21

O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Collect for Easter 4 (1979 Book of Common Prayer)

The Readings (Easter 4)

Bruton follows the First Track in the Lectionary Page. Bruton Lay Readers are sent the readings directly from the Communications Director.

Holy Eucharist, Rite I @ 8:00 a.m.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II & Confirmation Sunday @ 9:15 a.m.

Bishop Susan Haynes will be here to confirm and reaffirm candidates to the Episcopal Church. She will also preach during all of the morning services.

This service will also be live-streamed to our YouTube Channel.

The bulletin is available here.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II @ 11:15 a.m.

Holy Eucharist, Rite II @ 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday Morning Eucharists: The churchyard is open to visitors from 9:30-11am, followed by Holy Eucharist, with healing prayers, at 11am in the church.

Offerings for Children & Youth

• Nursery for newborns through age four is available in the Parish House during the 9:15 & 11:15am services this Sunday.
• Children's Church will be NOT held at 9:15am this Sunday as all families are invited to join us in the church instead for Confirmation Sunday!
• Sunday School for children from K-8 grades continues at 10:30am upstairs in the Parish House.
• Children’s Choirs will rehearse in the Parish House from 11-11:30am. 
• Youth Group will be held from 5-6:30pm at the Parish House, dinner included.

Music Ministry Offerings

Candlelight Concerts are held in the church at 8pm. No tickets are required; a freewill offering will be gratefully received. Parking is permitted on the Duke of Gloucester in front of the church during any concert or recital. Click here for available schedules.

• Thursday, April 18 - Chamber Music Concert - Gallery Players of William & Mary, Susan Via, Director       
• Saturday, April 20 @ 10am - Historical Organ Recital - William & Mary's Wren Chapel - Thomas Marshall
• Saturday, April 20 - Youth Harp Recital - Williamsburg Harp Society, Cynthia Campbell, Director

Confirmation Sunday

Bishop Haynes joins us this Sunday at 9:15am for Confirmation Sunday, when she will confirm and receive candidates to the Episcopal Church. She will also preach during the morning services. Please join us in welcoming her and celebrating those being confirmed and received!

Parking is NOT permitted in front

of the Gift Shop anymore

Parking is no longer permitted on the Duke of Gloucester Street in front of the Gift Shop. Parking is permitted on the Duke of Gloucester Street from Nassau Street down to the church for those attending meetings in the Parish House or during worship services at the church. If you have any questions, please contact our Facility Manager, Ernie Clements at eclements@brutonparish.org or (757) 229-2891.

Bruton Singles @ Cary Street Ramblers

Come and join us in W&M’s new concert hall on Saturday, April 20, at 7pm and hear the Richmond-based Cary Street Ramblers, a wonderful traditional, Appalachian string band. This concert is free (no tickets required). We will look for you in the lobby from 6:30 on.  RSVP to singles@brutonparish.org.  

Earth Day 2024

Ensure access to the most crucial element of health and resilience — clean water — which prevents the spread of illness and deadly disease. Make a gift of clean water this Earth Day on Monday, April 22, through Episcopal Relief & Development. 

A Specialized Safe Church Workshop

A workshop will be held on Thursday, April 25, from 9am to 3pm at Hickory Neck Church. Registration is now open and is posted on the Safe Church webpage of the Diocesan website (www.diosova.org).  Any staff, clergy, vestry or parishioners requiring Safe Church Training are encouraged to register.

Realm Ministry

Bruton is in the process of changing our church database software. This program, Realm, offers very effective ways to communicate and stay connected.  It is a very rich and useful resource. We will be sharing more as we prepare to make it available to all members of the parish.  It is very exciting, stay tuned. 

Annual John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Concert

All are welcome to attend this free concert in the church on Saturday, April 27, at 8pm. This year’s performance takes place within the commemorative 350th year since Bruton Parish’s founding and will feature music from the past and present. Handel’s multi-movement Anthem, O Come, Let Us Sing, which he wrote while serving the Duke of Chandos in Cannons, England. Musick’s Jubilee, by British composer Andrew Carter represents the present day with a large, joyous work initially composed for Otley Choral Society to celebrate its 50th anniversary season in 1993. Mark your calendar to come and celebrate the legacy of John D. Rockefeller, Jr. which continues to support the music ministry of our parish.

Appreciation & Recognition Sunday

Join us in the church during the 9:15am service on Sunday, April 28, to recognize our Bruton Seniors who have been involved through the years in a multitude of ways with children's and youth programming, as well as joining in to thank all who help support the children and youth program throughout the year! Join us afterwards for cake to celebrate these amazing individuals! (Children’s Church will not be held this day as all are encouraged to come to the church at 9:15am; Sunday School and Choir Rehearsal will be held).

Bruton Builders @ Camp Chanco

Calling all Carpenters or those who’d like to learn! The week of April 29 - May 3, the Bruton Builders will be building a porch at Camp Chanco in Surry. They welcome new volunteers to work with them on this and other projects. For more information contact Bob Morrison.

Hear about the Canterbury Pilgrimage

Canterbury students spent spring break last month on pilgrimage to north England, visiting Durham, York, Holy Island, and much more. Join us on Tuesday, April 30, at 7pm in the Parish Hall to hear stories from students about their experiences and how this time of pilgrimage strengthened their faith.  Pictured: Dean of York Minster, the Very Rev. Dominic Barrington (top left) and the Archbishop of York, the Most Rev. Stephen Cottrell (next to Rev. Charlie Bauer) at Bishopthorpe Palace, the Archbishop of York's residence.

350th Presentation: Bishop Franklin

Our next presentation for the 350th anniversary will be at 10am on Saturday, May 4, in the parish house. The Rt. Rev’d R.W. Franklin will join us to talk about the Church’s more recent history. Bishop Franklin has served the Church by holding several important leadership positions. The Rt. Rev. R. William Franklin continues to serve the Anglican Studies concentration at Union Theological Seminary as an adjunct professor. Bishop Franklin served as Diocesan Bishop of Western New York from 2011 until April 2019. Before his consecration as bishop he served as professor at St. John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota, Harvard Divinity School, The General Theological Seminary, as Dean of Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, on the staff of Trinity Church, Copley Square, in Boston, and as Interim Director of the Anglican Center in Rome. In addition to his role at Union Theological Seminary, Bishop Franklin serves as Assisting Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Long Island.

Annual Labor Day Weekend Book Sale is coming

Mark your calendars for Donations Drop-Off Days from 9am – 12 noon on June 8 & 12, July 13 & 24, August 10 & 14. Peruse your collections for gently-used books, CD’s, DVD’s, vinyl records, games, and puzzles that others may enjoy. (Please, no encyclopedias, VCR or cassette tapes, or moldy, coverless books.) If one of our Donation Drop-off Days does not work for you, please contact the Parish Office (757-229-2891), especially if you are unable to carry your donations directly to the church nursery collection area. We will coordinate a time when someone is available to help you. Also, to help facilitate our move to the Lewis Hall book sale site, please pack your donations in sturdy, manageable boxes or doubled paper bags. Click here for more information.

Bruton Parish Gift Shop

Where will you find the perfect gift for all special occasions and everyday pleasures? Why, your Bruton Gift Shop of course! This is such a special time of year with Mother's Day, graduations, weddings, and hostess gifts. Send Mom a beautiful floral bouquet card that she will enjoy for a long time. How about a whimsical tea towel with hilarious sayings, for example "Great job Mom I turned out awesome"! Mom will feel so fashion forward with a new scarf, handbag, or summer hat. The graduate will appreciate the multi use tools in a dorm room or a new apartment (think about Dad for this one too...Father's Day is coming in June). Say thank you to your gracious hostess with paper products, gourmet gift bags, and scented soaps, to mention a few ideas. Show your nametag for your 10% parishioner discount. Proceeds from your purchases benefit people in need in our community and beyond.

Opportunity to Attend Diocesan Council 2025

Please consider becoming a Delegate during next year’s Diocese of Southern Virginia Annual Council. This is a unique and meaningful way to represent Bruton Parish at a Diocesan annual event. If you are interested and/or would like to learn more, please contact the Vestry Register, Diane Howerton, at register@brutonparish.org by Friday, May 10. Lay Delegates and Alternates will be selected by the Vestry.

Dinner Group

The Dinner Group can take many forms, depending on the hosts' preferences. The next get-together will be a Wine & Cheese Event hosted by Bill & Judi Dorn on Saturday, May 11, at 5:30pm for 12 guests, at their home in Arbordale (near Sentara Hospital). Bill and Judi will supply wine and cheese, and guests are asked to bring an appetizer to share. Please contact Judi at (412) 389-9999 or jurdo9pgh@gmail.com. They are looking forward to seeing you!

The Women’s Theological Book Group

The group will meet on Thursday, May 16, at 1pm in the Parish House (Room 206) to discuss Krista Tippett’s Speaking of Faith: Why Religion Matters - and How to Talk About It. All women are welcome! Contact the Rev. Lauren McDonald for more information.

Be alert to impersonation scams

These are emails or text messages that may come to you from scammers. They pretend to be a business, a person you know, or a member of the Bruton staff. An email that comes from an email address other than @brutonparish.org is not a legitimate communication from Bruton Parish Church. The rector will never email asking if you will do him a favor or buy gift cards. If you have any doubt about a text or email, please contact the parish office for clarification.

The Parish House is typically open for scheduled meetings or activities between 8am and 4pm, Monday - Friday (unless otherwise noted). To enter or to drop off/pick up an item, please ring the doorbell at the reception entrance door (during office hours only). Phone calls are answered during those same hours.

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

Bruton Parish Church | P.O. Box 3520 | Williamsburg, VA 23187-3520

(757) 229-2891 | Email: BPC@brutonparish.org | Website: www.brutonparish.org