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It will be said on that day,
Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, so that he might save us.
This is the Lord for whom we have waited;
let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation. Isaiah 25:9
Our holy week journey is a roller coaster of emotions. We started in the parking lot on a chilly Sunday morning. We waved our palms and heard about Jesus entering Jerusalem to acclamations of joy and praise. A few days later, Jesus is betrayed by one of his disciples, put on trial, and executed in a most horrible way.
This Sunday, we learn how even with all of the horrible things that happened, God continued to save us, love us, and forgive us.
Our remaining services this week allow us to walk with Jesus. They allow us to examine ourselves, too. Where and when are we Peter or Judas or the crowd or the women at the foot of the cross?
Then on Easter Sunday, we are glad and rejoice with abandon. Because in the resurrection, we rest in the assurance that we are forgiven and we are loved deeply.
I hope to see you Thursday and Friday and to rejoice and be glad with you on Sunday!
Love,
Rebecca+
Announcements
Grow In Faith Together (G.I.F.T)
There is no Parlor People today.
Parlor People resumes April 8 with a discussion on Russian Orthodox Church led Kay Cramer.
Godly Play will be April 8, 15 and 22.
At Church of the Nativity and St. Stephen
Today we take an additional offering for Caring for Nativity’s Neighbors Heating and Health.
Donations are sent to Join Hands, so people in our community have support for their needs.
United Thank Offering Ingathering, April 8 & 15.
A wonderful spiritual practice is to put something in the box each time you are thankful to God. If possible, count the money in your box and write a check to the church in that amount.
Men’s and Women’s Breakfast - each Wed., 9am. Men meet at Espresso Yourself Café. Women meet at Bitting’s.
There will be no choir practice this Wednesday, April 4.
Taize’ Tuesdays, 5:00pm.
Twenty minutes of Centering Prayer followed by a Taize’ service.
Upcoming Meetings
Saturday, April 7, 8:30am – 3pm, Harrisburg Convocation Leadership Day, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Harrisburg
Wednesday, April 11, Vestry, 6pm
During 2018, we will be celebrating baptism on May 20 and November 4.
Let Rebecca know if you or someone you know would like to be baptized on any of these days.
We are starting our prayer list over again.
If you have a name you’d like for the list, let Michele know at 717-567-6514 or chnatss@pa.net.
From the Diocese
A Day of Recovery for Alcoholics and Those Who Love Them, Saturday, April 14, 10am – 2pm,
St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Lewisburg.
Guest Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Stuart Hoke. There is no charge, but registration is required by April 9. Free lunch is provided. Contact The Rev. Jeanne Jacobson - 814-215-5768, revjj2000@yahoo.com or The Rev. Gene Tucker – Friartuck3@yahoo.com
Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Pauline M. Whitekettle Scholarship Fund, deadline June 1.
Open to residents of Newport. A flyer is posted in the undercroft. For full eligibility guidelines and to apply, visit: www.tfec.org/whitekettle
Roadside Clean Up Little Buffalo Area, Saturday, April 21, meet in the church parking lot, 9am.
If you would like to help with clean up, please see John Cramer.
Ryan and Friends, Comedian and Ventriloquist, Saturday, April 28, Newport High School.
Come out for a fun evening sponsored by the Newport Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary to benefit the Perry County Food Bank. Tickets are $15 per adult, $10 ages 6-12 and children 5 and under are free. Doors open at 6pm and show begins at 7pm.
Saturday, April 7th, 4pm, Christian Churches United's Annual Concert of HOPE,
Harrisburg Brethren in Christ Churh, 2217 Derry Street, Hbg.
"Unity in Diversity: Becoming The Beloved Community," will celebrate a mix of musical styles from gospel choirs to a Hispanic worship band. And to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, it will also include a live dramatic presentation of Dr. King's, "I Have A Dream" speech. Admission is free; an offering will be received to support CCU's Prison Action Ministries.
Festal Evensong, Celebrating the Joyous Season of Easter, 6pm and Messiah – Part 3, 7pm featuring the Festival Choir, Sunday, April 15, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 22 South 6th Street, Lebanon.
