St. AndrewÂs eNewsApril 30, 2024 | | JOY
Joy does not arrive with a fanfare,
on a red carpet strewn with the flowers of a perfect life.
Joy sneaks in, as you pour a cup of coffee,
watching the sun hit your favourite tree, just right.
And you usher joy away,
because you are not ready for it.
Your house is not as it must be,
for such a distinguished guest.
But joy cares nothing for your messy home,
or your bank-balance,
or your waistline, you see.
Joy is supposed to slither through the cracks of your imperfect life,
thatÂs how joy works.
You cannot invite her, you can only be ready when she appears.
And hug her with meaning,
because in this very moment,
joy chose you.
Donna Ashworth |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| | WhatÂs Happening   Tuesday, 4/30 at 2 pm - Centering Prayer  Tuesday, 4/30 at 3 pm -  Bible Study Canceled - Resumes May 7 Wednesday, 5/1 at 11 am - Morning Prayer Sunday, 5/5 at 8 am - Earth Day - Holy Eucharist/coffee & fellowship Sunday, 5/5 at 9 am - Sunday School and Nursery Sunday,5/5 at 10 am - Rogation Sunday - Holy Eucharist /coffee hour following Monday, 5/6 at noon - Knitters Tuesday, 5/7 at 2 pm - Centering Prayer Tuesday, 5/7 at 3 pm -  Bible Study - Resumes | | Meet and Greet the Bishop Candidates   Meet the four bishop candidates in the comfort of your own home.  The registration form letÂs you indicate in-person or online. You can choose which evening youÂd like to attend.
Register in advance for the Meet & Greets The nominees will be present in person as follows: Monday, April 29: St. StephenÂs, Longview (7:00 pm-9:00 pm) Tuesday, April 30: St. MaryÂs, Lakewood (7:00 pm-9:00 pm) Wednesday, May 1: Grace, Bainbridge (7:00 pm-9:00 pm) Thursday, May 2: St. Thomas, Medina (7:00 pm-9:00 pm) Friday, May 3: Clergy Luncheon  Epiphany, Seattle (details in clergy emails) Friday, May 3: St. PaulÂs, Bellingham (7:00 pm-9:00 pm)
| | | | Tuesday RectorÂs Bible Study at 3:00 There will be no Bible Study on April 30. WeÂll see you next week! | | Wednesday Morning Prayer - 11 am Athanasius of Alexandrea, Bishop and Theologian, 374
Athanasius is venerated by the Roman Catholic, Western Christian, Coptic Christian, and Eastern Orthodox Churches. Some Eastern Orthodox churches use the following troparion (hymn) to St Athanasius:
O Holy father Athanasius, like a pillar of orthodoxy you refuted the heretical nonsense of Arius by insisting that the Father and the Son are equal in essence. O venerable father, beg Christ our God to save our souls. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| | |
We plow the fields and scatter the good seed on the land, but it is fed and watered by GodÂs almighty hand; he sends the snow in winter, the warmth to swell the grain, the breezes and the sunshine, and soft refreshing rain. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| Rogation Sunday May 5
Rogation Days are the four days leading up to Ascension Day (see below for more on Ascension Day). Rogation Days began in the 5th century when St Mamertus of Vienne developed processional liturgies to pray for GodÂs blessing and protection over the land, especially the fields where they raised their food. On these days, Christians are called to go beyond the sacred spaces of nave and sanctuary to bless the good earth God has given. To this end, weÂll gather in the memorial garden after worship (both 8:00 and 10:00) to bless the dirt and put some in a bag to take home for your own garden. | | | Ascension Day Celebration Thursday, May 9 at 5:00 pm Oceanside Resort, Ocean Park RV site #7, LaPush Kite flying/Beach walking/general looking up ;-), followed by Holy Eucharist, Potluck Supper, Campfire. Bring a dish to share, your own table-setting, and something to sit on, as well as a kite to fly, if desired. For more information: Deborah Dillon 360.640.4931
Photo by Charlotte Harrison on Unsplash |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| | St. SwithinÂs/St AndrewÂs Church Picnic Save this Date - Sunday, August 18 at Noon Salt Creek Recreation Area Picnic Shelter Potluck Lunch. Bring food to share, and a beverage (nothing alcoholic - campground rules) |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| | Ways to Worship with Us Wherever you are in your journey of faith, you are welcome at the Lord's Table. For those who cannot attend in person, the service is offered via livestream on our Facebook page or anytime on our website. St. AndrewÂs Sunday Worship - 8 am and 10 am. Sunday School at 9 am. Nursery care available 9 - 11 am. In Forks at St. Swithin's - Â Each Sunday at 2:30 pm - We meet at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church for Holy Eucharist or Prayer. Mid-week Worship Service each Wednesday in person at 11 am. If you need assistance in accessing our worship services, please contact our office 360-457-4862.
| | | | |
|
|
|
|
|
