Parish Happenings & Updates (Page 31)
Update from Mother Kathy & Bishop Regarding COVID 19
An Update from Mother Kathy and the Bishop Regarding COVID 19 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I pray that you are well and peaceful in spirit. Given the outbreak of COVID-19, certain precautions will be taken during our worship time together and adjustments to events may occur. In the words of Bishop Goff, “…as brothers and sisters in Christ, we are charged with safeguarding each other, particularly the most vulnerable.” Bishop Goff has offered an update to her previous…
CANCELLED St. Andrew’s Community Lunch 3/12/20
We apologize for any inconvenience. Please share the info with anyone who may need it.
3/5/20 Announcements
What’s up at Historic Beckford Parish
Holy Week Services Schedule 2020
The schedule for 2020 Holy Week services is: Sunday, April 5: Palm Sunday 8 and 11:15 a.m. at Emmanuel, 9:15 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Thursday, April 9: Maundy Thursday 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Friday, April 10: Good Friday 12 p.m. at St. Andrew’s, 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Saturday, April 11: Easter Vigil 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Sunday, April 12: Easter Day 8 and 11:15 a.m. at Emmanuel, 9:15 a.m. at St. Andrew’s ** Volunteers are needed to serve at…
Weekly Bulletins
The weekly bulletins, starting with March 1, are available online now, along with being available in print form at the services.
Community Lenten Services
Community Lenten Services are at Woodstock UMC every Tuesday during Lent (March 3 through April 7). Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. with the service at noon. Mother Kathy is preaching and we are providing lunch for the March 24 service (soups, sandwiches and desserts). We need volunteers to bring food and to serve. Sign up sheets are in the parish hall. Please speak with Jill Gochenour, who is coordinating, if you have questions.
2/28/20 Announcements
What’s Happening at Historic Beckford Parish
Hygiene Best Practices for Eucharist
From the Diocese of Virginia: As the flu season continues, and amid growing concerns about the possible spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, now is a good time to remind everyone about best practices for hygiene during Eucharist and other services. Parishioners who are coughing or sneezing should refrain from handshaking during the Peace. Fist bumps, elbow bumps, friendly waves, and peace signs are all acceptable substitutes. Avoid intinction (the dipping of the bread into the wine). Intinction does little to…
Shrine Mont Summer Camps 2020
Camp registration open Shrine Mont Summer Camps 2020 are now open for registration at shrinemontcamps.net. A variety of camps are available for dates in June and July, depending on the camper’s interests and needs. Scholarships available Scholarships are available through Shrine Mont and also the Emmanuel Church Shrine Mont Scholarship Fund. Please speak with Mother Kathy for further information on a scholarship. It is important to register early as camps and scholarships fill up quickly on a first-come, first-served basis.
2/20/20 Announcements
What’s Happening at Historic Beckford Parish
Ash Wednesday Services
Ash Wednesday services are at 12 p.m. at St. Andrew’s, 7 p.m. at Emmanuel, February 26.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Suppers
You’re invited to Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner with Beckford Parish next Tuesday, Feb. 25. Dinner is at 5 p.m. at Emmanuel and 6 p.m. at St. Andrew’s.