Sunday, April 13, 2014

English Ministry News and Notes 4-13-14

*Great Thanks - We lift up all those who made soup during the last 5 weeks: Gloria, Burt & Jane, Jennie, Lisa, Leily & Walter, Ed & Arlene, Becky & Al, Charlie, Brenda, and Aeri. We also extend special thanks to Peggy who supplied us with delicious bread!

*Celebrating Easter with Children - You are warmly encouraged to pitch in at this afternoon's Easter party. We will begin set up immediately after worship. If you are willing to participate, please gather in the Annex quickly. This is a terrific opportunity to extend God's love and grace to others.

*Holy Week Worship Invitations:
-Maundy Thursday Worship - Apr. 17th @ 7:00 p.m. We will gather in a quiet and contemplative service to remember the last supper of Jesus and his disciples as well as his command: "to love one another as I have loved you."
-Good Friday Neighborhood Joint Worship - Apr. 18th @ 2:00 p.m. This year's service is hosted by the Episcopal Church of Our Savior, 1011 Harrison St. (A pick -up joint choir will rehearse promptly at 1:00 p.m. Please wear all black!)
-Good Friday Worship - Apr. 18th @ 7:00 p.m. We will gather in the dark to remember the last moments of Jesus' life.

*Easter Invitations - Reach out to friends and family to celebrate the Risen Christ. We will gather for Easter Sunrise Service on Apr. 20th @ 7:30 a.m. and again for Easter Worship Celebration at 11:00 p.m. Please hold Cyrus and Jacinto in your prayers as they prepare to confirm their faith on this special day!

* You are invited to a festive Baby Shower on Sunday, April 27th at 11:00 a.m. to welcome Pastor Emily and Steven's twin babies. That day will begin with a parallel worship at 9:30 a.m. Please sign up with Becky, Helena, Elsie or Jane to bring food or other ways you would like to help. We look forward to celebrating this joyful time.