Posts from March 2022

TODAY AT NOON: A COMMUNITY SERVICE FOR UKRAINE The community is invited to a short ecumenical prayer service for Ukraine, the Ukrainian people, and peace TODAY at 12 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Please help to spread the word. Our hearts are broken by the scenes of suffering and devastation from the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This humanitarian crisis touches us all, and we call on our community—across all faith traditions—to join us in raising our voices in prayer on behalf…

ST. ANDREW’S UKRAINE CRISIS DONATION CHALLENGE In an effort to do what we can to help with the ongoing crisis in the Ukraine, St. Andrew’s vestry has committed $2,000 of Outreach funds to the cause. Now, they are challenge everyone to come together to match — or even exceed — their donation between now and March 27. To help match their donation and support the people of Ukraine, please send checks, made out to St. Andrew’s and noted that it is for the Ukraine…

ALLEN T. STANTON JOINING OUR BOOK STUDY At our next session March 28, the author of the book is joining us for our session to discuss his insights with us and answer questions. We meet at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.  Reclaiming Rural: Building Thriving Rural Congregations by Allen T. Stanton describes how by establishing a clear theological and rural identity, leaders can build a meaningful and vital ministry. As rural America continues to undergo massive economic and demographic shifts,…

Before the pandemic, Emmanuel and St. Andrew’s were growing their kids’ ministry. In addition to regular Sunday services, kids joined in Shrine Mont Camps, movie evenings, special Christmas Eve services, kids’ services, story times and more. Mother Kathy’s pup, Pal, was even known to make an appearance to entertain the kids. We’d love to begin welcoming children back to our services and growing these programs once again. Kids are always invited to any of our Sunday services. They’re even invited…

SCHEDULE CHANGE THIS SUNDAY This Sunday we are welcoming the Bishop Search Committee so are having one service between the churches. It is at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew’s and streams on Facebook Live for those unable to come. ST. ANDREW’S UKRAINE CRISIS DONATION CHALLENGE In an effort to do what we can to help with the ongoing crisis in the Ukraine, St. Andrew’s vestry has committed $2,000 of Outreach funds to the cause. Now, they are challenge everyone to come together to match…

Starting in April, Emmanuel’s Table Food Pantry is open every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 4 to 6 p.m. Find out more about the pantry.

SCHEDULE CHANGE Sunday, March 20, we are welcoming the Bishop Search Committee so we are having one service between the churches. It is at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew’s and streams on Facebook Live for those unable to come. CRISIS IN URKRAINE The Episcopal Relief & Development has set up a fund to help with the ongoing crisis in Ukraine by providing humanitarian assistance to those fleeing the violence. To find out more and donate, visit their website. If you…

DUE MONDAY: UPDATES TO PARISH DIRECTORY We want to update the directory for 2022. Please email any updates to Melissa by Mon., March 7 (please note the change in date so that we can get this updated more quickly). The directory is available on our website. To access the file, you’ll need a password so please email Melissa for it. (You don’t have to sign up for a DropBox account to access the file. If a window pops up asking if…