 This Sunday
Sabbath Poetry Gathering in All Saints Chapel Share your enjoyment of Wendell Berry's poetry and gain insight into the Sabbath Poetry of Lent booklet: join members of the Green Team in the Chapel after church for a half hour discussion of the poems and scripture. We will have printouts of the week's poem and scripture reading. This week go to coffee hour and bring your snack. Contact any member of the Green Team if you have questions. 11:30 a.m. Coffee & Conversation & Seeking Volunteers Join us for coffee and conversations in the Whiteman Room & Cloisters on the following Sundays: March 8; April 12; May 3; May 24 (Pentecost); June 7 (Bishop Visitation). We are also seeking volunteers to support this ministry. If you have expressed interest in helping in the past or would like to now, please let Allyson Michael know by sending her an email with your contact information at [email protected]. 3 p.m. - Bishop Doug Farewell at Trinity, Lenox Join us as we give thanks for Bishop Fisher’s 13+ years as our chief pastor and spiritual leader. There are three opportunities ahead to gather, pray and share refreshment with the Bishop and his wife, the Rev. Betsy Fisher. Individuals are invited to make financial gifts in thanksgiving for Bishop Fisher’s service to Building Bridges Veterans Initiative. Make a Gift.
Support Grace in Haiti this Lent 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 9th 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. 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. To date we have raised $TBD. This week, March 9-14: March 9 at 6:00 p.m. - The Interfaith Council of Franklin County “Cultivating Connections” The Interfaith Council of Franklin County invites all for the program “Cultivating Connections” on Monday March 9 at 6:00 pm at the Second Congregational Church. Join the Interfaith Council as we build connections and community around our values and faiths to support each other. Share singing and signs of hope amidst heartbreak. What are you doing to build bridges and bring beloved community to our world? 6:00 pm for a potluck and 6:30 pm for the program of facilitated small group discussions. All are welcome. March 10 at 6 p.m. - Lectio Divina All are invited and welcomed to participate in Lectio Divina this Lent - offered on Tuesdays from 6-6:30 p.m. in our chapel (Mar 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. March 11 - Worship Opportunities
March 11 at 12:15 p.m. - Bach’s Lunch Concert The next Bach’s Lunch concert will take place on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:15 p.m. Josh Michal, horn, and guest musicians Jamie-Rose Guarrine, soprano and Steven Beck, piano will perform music by Paul Dukas (1865-1935) and contemporary composers Carrie Magin (Between Us Now) and Gina Gillie (To the Seasons). The concert is free. Audience members are invited to bring their own lunch to eat during the concert. March 12 at 11 a.m. - Circles of Care Interest Meeting - Zoom If you are interested in supporting our immigrant neighbors at this time in our shared common life, please join us for a Zoom meeting this Thursday at 11 a.m. The meeting will review the Circles of Care model. Polly Byers, who is now organizing Circles of Care with the Center for New Americans, and parishioner Julie Carew, who was very active in previous Circles of Care through Catholic Charities, will share information, their experiences, and answer questions at our gathering. For the zoom link, contact Rev. Molly or Rev. Heather. Next Sunday March 15 at 10:00 a.m. - Children’s Chapel We invite children to gather for singing, stories, and crafts during the first half of Sunday services: Mar 15, 29; Apr 12, 26; May 3, 17. If you have questions or interest in volunteering to help with Children's Chapel, please contact Cara Hins at [email protected]. Coming Soon March 29 - War in the Middle East with Rev. Ted Thornton Please join us in the Meeting Room after worship on Palm Sunday, March 29 for a discussion of the latest war in the Middle East. I will bring some slides of maps and background material I've used in my teaching and talks around the area. We will include a brief update on Gaza. Bring a bag lunch if you wish along with your questions. We will conclude with a prayer for peace and reconciliation. - Ted Thornton March 29 - Easter Flowers Due Consider giving flowers for Easter in thanksgiving for/or in memory of a loved one. We encourage you to use our online form to submit your memorials and thanksgivings HERE. It will help us be accurate. You can also make a donation in the traditional way, using the Easter Flower envelopes available with the ushers. Place your envelope in the collection plate or return to the office. Suggested donation of $25. Please write ‘Easter Flowers’ in the memo line. April 18 at 11 a.m. - Charlie Houghton Join us for a celebration of life for Charlie Houghton in the Church on Saturday, April 18 at 11 a.m. followed by a potluck reception in the parish hall. April 25 at 10 a.m. - Ordination and Consecration of Bishop-elect Howell Save the date. On April 25 at 10 a.m. we will gather as a diocese for the ordination and consecration of Bishop-elect Howell at Christ Church Cathedral. Information about how to attend or watch will be available soon here. Make a gift. June 7 at 10 a.m. - Bishop Visitation Save the date. Our new bishop will join us for a visitation that will feature baptisms, confirmations, receptions, and more. Notice: Events Calendar View our Events Calendar, showing the start and end times for parish and wider community meetings, rehearsals, and events. Please note: Spaces are reserved for time beyond the exact times listed on the public calendar for set up, clean up, and there are other private meetings and reservations that are not listed for public view. Always check with the parish administrator to reserve a space and to ensure a room is available before using it. Comments are closed.
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Mission
We believe God is calling us to cultivate a community of love, joy, hope, and healing. Jesus is our model for a life of faith, compassion, hospitality, and service. We strive to be affirming and accessible, welcoming and inclusive; we seek to promote reconciliation, exercise responsible stewardship, and embrace ancient traditions for modern lives.
Office HoursTuesday 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed holidays Our gardens and grounds are open from dawn to dusk for the community to pray, rest, be. Please help us take care of this sacred space by following the outdoor ethic & principle of “leave no trace.” |
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