Posts by Elizabeth H. Cottrell (Page 38)
Parish Women’s Get-Together 3/9/18 at 6pm
The Beckford Parish Women are getting together this Friday Night at 6 PM at the Spring House Tavern in Woodstock. There will be a social time from 6 to 6:30, and meal ordering will be at 6:30. Contact Joy Bauserman know if you have questions: jmb1950jwb@aol.com or home phone is 540 459-9527.
VesperSingers Concerts Mar. 10, 11
March 2018: Our own Fred and Marty Hoerr have invited the congregations of Beckford Parish to join them for two chorale opportunities this weekend. The VesperSingers will be presenting concerts in New Market at 4 pm Saturday at the Seventh Day Adventist Church and 4 pm Sunday at the Reformation Lutheran Church. Click the link below to view or download the flyer: VesperSingers Program March 2018
Lenten Prayer Book Series
Praying Shapes Believing Discover the beauty of our common prayer. Mark your calendar and join us for Praying Shapes Believing: The Book of Common Prayer, a five-week series on Monday afternoons, February 26 – March 26, from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. in Emmanuel’s Parish Hall; Sundays at 2:00 p.m. on Sundays at Saint Andrew’s, Mount Jackson from February 25 – March 25. Why do we do what we do in our liturgy? How can the words of our worship speak…
Parish Women’s Supper 2/9/18 at 5pm
5pm – SORRY FOR MIXED MESSAGES The Beckford Parish Women’s Group is getting together this Friday Night at 5 PM at the newly opened Edinburg Mill Restaurant in Edinburg. Please let Joy Bauserman know if you plan on attending either by email at jmb1950jwb@aol.com or home phone is 540 459-9527. So far we think there are about 15 attending, and we would like to give the restaurant a heads up. Like they say, “The more the merrier!”
Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday 2018
Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 13 Shrove Tuesday Pancakes and Sausage served: 5 PM at Emmanuel 6 PM at St. Andrew’s. Ash Wednesday, Feb. 14 Two Ash Wednesday Services: 12 PM (noon) at St. Andrew’s 7 PM at Emmanuel
“Dinner for Everyone” – Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018
Food, Fellowship, & Conversation We are cursed with living in “interesting times.” Fortunately, we can sound off about it with our friends at : “Dinner for Everyone” Thursday, February 1, 2018 Emmanuel Parish Hall, 122 E. Court Street, Woodstock, VA 7:00 p.m. Bring a covered dish, beverage, dessert and vocal opinions Bring friends or anyone who wants dinner No membership dues required! Due to scheduling conflicts, we will just have dinner with no social hour. You are free to socialize…
St. Andrew’s Rummage Sale – Details & Help Needed
Turn trash to treasure For those of you who are Spring cleaning, downsizing or just want to clear out the clutter, I have an idea for you!!! If you are wondering what to do with the leftovers, you may consider donating those unwanted items to St. Andrew’s for the fall rummage sale held Saturday, September 8th from 7am-12pm. Please be mindful that items must be clean and in good working order. Clothing will only be accepted the week of the rummage sale so we…
Weekly Schedule Jan. 22-28, 2018
CLICK HERE to read the newsletter that our Parish Administrator, Mary Gibson, sent out by email. It includes what’s going on at both churches this week, server information, and important reminders.
Don’t Miss Our Churches’ Annual Meetings and Potluck Meals
Annual meetings—annual updates These meetings are not only for electing Vestry members, but you’ll also hear reports from your church leaders about what’s going on and any plans for the next year. You can also ask questions. For the potluck meals at each church, please bring your favorite dish, but if you’re not up to that, come anyway! We want everyone to participate in the life of our parish. St. Andrew’s Annual Meeting Sunday, January 21 at 4:30pm with potluck…
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Group To Meet At Emmanuel
Join us on Monday, January 22, 2018 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church at 6:30 PM for a light dinner and an informational meeting to talk about organizing a group in Shenandoah County that can provide support for Grandparents raising their Grandchildren (or extended family raising children)! This first meeting is to work out the details of the group to include a place to meet monthly, childcare options, guest speakers, and potential sponsors. It is our hope to host a monthly, meeting starting in February or March that…