Opportunities to Grow in Faith

Ash Wednesday Worship

We will begin our observance of a holy Lent on February 18
You are invited to wear your ashes, to claim repentance, grace and deep relationship with God for the challenges of your daily life. Join us for any of the following worship opportunities:

Ash Wednesday Worship at 10 a.m. 
The Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist in All Saints Chapel. 

Ashes to Go from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
"Ashes to Go", a new approach to a centuries-old Christian tradition, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m near the corner of Church and Federal Streets in front of the church.

Ash Wednesday Worship at 7 p.m. 
The Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist in the Church.  The service will also be live-streamed. 


Support Grace in Haiti
Again this year we are partnering with Grace Church, Amherst, during Lent, to support the mission of Saint Matthieu School in Bayonnais, Haiti. The elementary school in rural Haiti has 279 students from pre-school to 9 th grade served by 19 staff members, and provides a safe haven for children in a country continually beset by social turmoil, food insecurity, and gang violence. On Sunday, March 1, members from Grace who have worked closely with the school will visit to fill us in with updates. To contribute to this mission as part of your Lenten practice, you can send a donation to the office (or use tithely), noting that it is for St. Matthieu, Haiti.


Grow in Faith in Community

Mondays at 6:30 p.m. -  Bible Study (Zoom)
Emmaus Companions reflects on scripture. For Zoom link - Charlie Houghton ([email protected]). 

Tuesdays at 6 p.m. - Lectio Divina (in person)
All are invited and welcomed to participate in Lectio Divina this Lent - offered on Tuesdays from 6-6:30 p.m. in our chapel (Feb 24, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24). Lectio means “read,” and Lectio Divina is an ancient Christian practice that functions much like a form of Christian mindfulness or meditation. It helps us move from simply reading Scripture to listening for God within it. It’s not a Bible study, and it’s not about analyzing the text. Instead, it’s a slow, prayerful way of receiving Scripture with the heart. Those interested in participating are encouraged to let facilitators Elle Wildhagen ([email protected]) and Therese Fitzsimmons ([email protected]) know by emailing them, though walk ins are welcome at each gathering.

Wednesdays at 6:15 a.m. - Morning Prayer (YouTube)
Morning Prayer is offered on YouTube. 

Wednesdays at 10 a.m. - Holy Eucharist & Coffee Hour (in person)
Worship offered in All Saints Chapel; led by the Rector. Followed by a coffee hour. 

Wednesdays - Stations of the Cross (self-guided, in person)
The church will be open from dawn to dusk on Wednesdays with materials available in the church entrance (narthex) and near the baptismal font where the stations begin. You may also travel the stations when the office is open using the archway door (Tues 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Thur & Fri 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.). 

Wednesdays - Rite of Reconciliation (private confession, in person)
​The Rite of Reconciliation is offered on Wednesdays in Lent upon request.  This sacramental rite is a chance to name before God and someone else the things for which we are sorry, or ashamed, or that burden our conscience. Then in return, we hear from God and from another person the truth that we are forgiven, loved, and reconciled. Our tradition’s approach to this rite is that: all can, some should, none must.  Please note: this form of confession is always available upon request, and is offered in addition to our weekly worship’s general confession, and subsequent absolution; it is meant to help us as followers of Christ to recognize that we are always in need of God’s grace, love, and mercy. For more information or to schedule the rite, contact our Rector: [email protected]

Thursdays at 6 p.m. - Sermon on the Mount Devotional Gatherings (Zoom)
Join Episcopalians from across Province 1 (New England) in a weekly Zoom gathering here to reflect on this Sermon on the Mount Devotional, featuring reflection from our own Lay Preachers Julie Carew and Will Harron. Free digital version here. Order a printed copy here. Sign up for daily email of each day’s reflection here.

Fridays @ 6:30 p.m. - Reflection (Zoom)
Emmaus Companions reflects on Christian writings. For Zoom link - Charlie Houghton ([email protected]). 

Praying & Growing in Faith at Home

Wendell Barry and the Sabbath Poetry of Lent 
The Green Team has provided our parish with several hard copies of Wendell Berry and the Sabbath Poetry of Lent. We invite you to pick one up and spend time with this Lenten devotional, biblical texts, simple, accessible practices and Wendell Berry’s poetic vision of sabbath and the natural world.  Week by week, we’ll walk through the woods together toward Easter morning, keeping sabbath as we go — with Wendell Berry as our guide.

Sermon on the Mount: On Earth as in Heaven Devotional
Free digital version here. Order a printed copy here. Sign up for daily email of each day’s reflection here.

Gratitude Texts from United Thank Offering:
Sign up to receive one text a day as part of United Thank Offering’s 40-day Lenten gratitude challenge prompting participants to notice small things in daily life that often go unnoticed. 

Daily Email Meditations from Episcopal Relief & Development
Sign up to receive daily meditation emails from Miguel Escobar with Episcopal Relief & Development on living an authentic life as followers of Christ. 

Daily Scripture Readings & Reflections:
Sign up with Forward Day by Day to receive daily lectionary readings and prayer online or as a podcast. 

Lent Madness:
Inspired by college basketball tournaments, Lent Madness pits 32 saints against each other in a bracket, as each saint seeks to win the coveted Golden Halo. Throughout Lent, fans vote for their favorite saints.  Sign up here.

Resources for children and families:
Find a list of resources on our website. 




Journey through Holy Week 
Services are in-person and live streamed to YouTube.

Palm Sunday—March 29 at 10:00 a.m.
This service recalls Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem through music and Holy Eucharist. Please note this liturgy is different from traditional Palm Sunday liturgies, in that the Passion Gospel is not read until Good Friday.

Holy Monday—March 30 at 7:00 p.m.  
This contemplative service of worship in the Taize tradition includes sung and chanted prayer, brief readings, and silence for meditation. 

Holy Tuesday—March 31 at 7:00 p.m. 
A healing service where the community is invited to gather together to offer healing, hope, and thanksgiving. 

Holy Wednesday—April 1 at 7:00 p.m.  
This service of sung Compline features soothing prayers for the soul at the end of the day. 

Maundy Thursday—April 2 at 7:00 p.m. 
This service features music, the ceremony of the foot washing, anointing oil, a celebration of the institution of the Eucharist, and the stripping of the altar.   

Good Friday—April 3  
All Day - Prayer; Stations of the Cross
The church will be open to pray, rest, be. Stations of the Cross booklets can be found on the floor near the baptismal font for a self-guided journey through our Stations of the Cross. 

7:00 p.m. - Good Friday Worship
This service commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus, and includes a reading of the Passion gospel, music, and solemn prayers.

Easter Vigil—April 4 at 7:00 p.m.  
This service is the primary celebration of Easter, beginning in darkness. The worship features the kindling of new fire, lighting the Paschal candle, the Exsultet, music, readings from the Hebrew Scriptures, the renewal of our baptismal vows, and the Eucharist.

​Easter Sunday—April 5 
6:45 a.m. - Easter Sunrise Hike and Devotional
Celebrate that "He is Risen" by rising and shining for a sunrise hike. Meet Erin Donnally Drake and Erica Burns at the Poet's Seat parking lot at 6:00 am for a hike up to Poet's Seat. At the top, we will hold a brief morning devotional. Those who wish to simply join us at the top without the hike, should plan to drive up to the top by 6:45 am. We will walk down the road after we conclude. Questions? Contact Erin Donnally Drake ([email protected]) 

10:00 a.m. - Easter Sunday Worship
A celebration of Christ’s resurrection with music and Holy Eucharist. Following the service, join the youth group for an egg hunt in the side yard. Kids 0 - 11 are welcome to join.