A Newsletter of St. Francis Episcopal Church April 2014

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1 A Newsletter of St. Francis Episcopal Church April 2014 Dear Friends Easter is almost upon us! Alleluia! But first we must experience the events of Holy Week leading up to the Great Feast of the Resurrection. It is my sincere hope that what we have planned here at Saint Francis will be an enriching spiritual journey that will enhance our celebration. Our journey begins with: Praise the Lord Palm Sunday Sunday of the Passion The day is called both Palm Sunday and Sunday of the Passion. The first name comes from the fact that it commemorates Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem when the crowd laid palm branches before him. (John 12:13). The second name comes from the narrative of the Passion that is read on this day. Holy Week begins on this Sunday which joins the foretelling of Christ s triumphant entry and the proclamation of the passion. Be humble with the Lord The Maundy Thursday Liturgy 7:00 p.m. The word Maundy is derived from the Latin word mandatum novum meaning new command. It refers to the new commandment Jesus gave to the disciples at the Last Supper that they should love one another (John 13:3 17). At this service we follow Jesus example of humility by the washing of feet as Jesus did with his disciples. We also commune with one another at the table as Jesus did with his disciples at the Last Supper. Finally the entire church is stripped of all symbols and remains that way until our celebration on Easter Morning, as a reminder of the desolation, despair and loneliness of the passion ahead. Watch with the Lord A Vigil in the Garden 8:00 p.m. Thursday through 5:00 p.m. Good Friday The Vigil in the Garden, while not a sanctioned liturgy of the Church, is nonetheless an appropriate act. Prayer is central to our life as a community of faith as we remain constant and connected to our Lord. This Prayer Vigil is derived from the Gospel of Mark 14:37ff where Jesus goes to Gethsemane with his disciples to pray. It is just prior to the passion and Jesus expresses his overwhelming sorrow and asks them to stay and keep watch. So, we too will stay following the service on Maundy Thursday in a garden prepared, to wait and keep watch with the Lord as he journeys to the Passion and Cross on Good Friday. Walk with the Lord The Stations of the Cross 6:30 p.m. Good Friday The Stations of the Cross, also called the Way of the Cross, is a devotion to the passion of Christ consisting of prayers and meditations on the fourteen occurrences that were experienced by Christ on His way to the crucifixion. There was a time when it was popular to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land to walk in the footsteps of Jesus to Calvary. As this was not available to everyone, the Stations of the Cross became a regular substitute representing the critical events from Scripture and tradition of Jesus journey to the cross. We walk in a solemn procession from one station to another as Christ walked the Via Dolorosa, the Way of Sorrow. Rise up with the Lord EASTER The Feast of the Resurrection 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! The Lord is Risen! The Lord is Risen indeed! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! This is the great acclamation of Easter. It says that there is nothing, neither death nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth nor anything in all creation that will be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 8:38ff) On this Day of days we sing, for the first time since Ash Wednesday, the Gloria in excelsis. This year we are asking everyone to bring in bells or wind chimes, cymbals or anything clangy to ring during the singing of the Gloria. Let us make a joyful noise unto the Lord of Hosts! These are the main events of Holy Week through Easter Sunday. Later in the newsletter you will find a more complete list of activities, dates and times. Praise the Lord. Be Humble with the Lord. Watch with the Lord. Walk with the Lord. Rise up with the Lord! Faithfully yours, Father Doug+

2 2 ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ Easter Lilies If you would like to purchase a lily to adorn the church at Easter services, please complete this form and turn it in with payment to the church office. The cost of each lily is $10.00; please make checks payable to St. Francis. Your Name: In Memory of Deceased: In Thanksgiving for: Total # ordered: Total Paid: Deadline to order is Palm Sunday, April 13 th! ECW NEWS April 3, 10:00 am Final session-women s Bible Study in Library April 24, Thursday* ECW Annual Meeting 126 th Annual ECW St. James Parish, Third and Market Streets, Wilmington, NC 9:45 Registration and coffee; 10:30 Business meeting followed by the Guest Speaker The Rt. Reverend Henry Parsley, retired Bishop of Alabama will speak on the topic: Ponder anew what the Almighty can do; 11:45 The Rt. Reverend Peter Lee, Provisional Bishop of our Diocese will officiate at the Eucharist and install the newly elected officers; 12:45 Lunch Cost is $15. *APRIL 6 DEADLINE to register & turn in lunch money to Liz Meador or Crissie Lewis. Parking may be on the street or in the parking deck on Market Street between 2 nd and 3 rd streets. May 12, 7:00 PM Women s Book Club Meets in our Library Chasing Francis: A Pilgrim s Tale by: Ian Cron The pastor of a successful mega church faces a spiritual crisis and the certainties of faith and scripture are no longer clear. Pastor Falson heads to Italy and embarks on a spiritual odyssey that follows in the footsteps of Saint Francis of Assisi. He returns with a renewed vision of Christianity and community. A great read for anyone interested in a spiritual autobiography and the quest for meaning. Discussion Leader--Charlotte Campbell A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR The deadline to submit items for the next newsletter is April 15 th for the May issue. Corinne Stewart, Parish Administrator Christopher Cowan and Denise Cape will exchange vows at St Francis on Saturday, May 3, 2014 at 4 pm. Following the service a reception with dancing will follow in the Parish Hall. The space is limited as they already have 50 family members coming so RSVP s are requested by Monday April 21 st. Please the couple at ccowan@nc.rr.com to RVSP. The couple requests no gifts but rather if you would like to take photos of the event that will be appreciated. CLEAN UP / WORK DAY at St. Francis Saturday, April 8:00 am Join John Koegel, Jr. Warden to help spruce up the building and grounds for Easter. The Franciscans St. Francis Episcopal Church (503 Forest Hill Drive) P.O. Box Goldsboro, NC Tel: , Fax: parish@stfrancisgoldsboro.org Web Page: The Rev. Doug Culton, Priest-in-Charge William Hayes, Organist/Choirmaster Corinne Stewart, Parish Administrator The Franciscans: Corinne Stewart, Editor The Franciscans is published 11 times a year. The deadline for items to be considered for inclusion is the 15 th of each month.

3 ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ St. Francis Wish List 3 1) Coffee Regular & Decaf 2) Non-dairy Coffee Creamer Thank you for your Continued Support! Items of Note LENTEN SUPPERS Our Wednesday Lenten Suppers & Program Continue. Join us April 2 and 9 at / PROGRAM 6:00 PM. See page 6 of this newsletter for more information. WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY The final session of our Women s Bible Study is Thursday, April 3. CLEAN-UP / WORK DAY VESTRY MEETING John Koegel has scheduled a Clean-Up Day for Saturday, April 5 beginning at 8:00 am. Come out to help spruce up the building and grounds before Easter. The Vestry will meet Monday, April 7 at 6:00 PM in the adult classroom. EASTER LILIES DEADLINE Deadline to order Easter Lilies to adorn the church is Palm Sunday, April 13. OFFICE HOURS MAUNDY THURSDAY VIGIL IN THE GARDEN GOOD FRIDAY The Church Office will be closed Maundy Thursday, April 17 through Easter Monday, April 21st. St. Francis will have a Maundy Thursday service April 17 at 7:00 PM. Sign up 1 or more hrs. for Prayer Vigil Thurs, April 17, 8pm Fri, April 18, 5pm. Good Friday Stations of the Cross at St. Francis in the Garden April 18, 6:30 PM. In the church if bad weather. EASTER DAY Schedule for Easter Sunday, April 20: 8:30 am Holy Eucharist Said service 9:30 am Easter Egg Hunt, Flowering of the Cross, and Enjoy Easter Breads Everyone is asked to bring fresh flowers and Easter breads! 10:30 am Festival Holy Eucharist Service ECW ANNUAL MEETING Annual ECW Meeting April 24, 9:45 am at St. James Parish, Wilmington, NC. PARISH WELLNESS At this time of year pink eye (conjunctivitis) is commonly seen and is quite contagious if caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Early diagnosis and treatment can help limit its spread. Pink eye can be highly contagious for as long as two weeks after signs and symptoms begin. Check with your doctor if you have any questions about when your child can return to school or child care. Remember to always follow your physician s recommendations and use any medication as prescribed. This is another reason to practice good hand washing as described in the January Parish Wellness posting as well as to change towels, washcloths, and pillowcases frequently and to avoid sharing towels. For more information: How can you insure that your bones are strong, helping to prevent fractures? The best prescription for healthy bones includes: Getting plenty of calcium in your diet. Performing weight-bearing exercise. Getting enough vitamin D. (Your body needs vitamin D to absorb calcium.) Discuss your risk of low bone density with your physician (possibly a bone density test, Vitamin D levels, Calcium and Vitamin D supplements). For more information:

4 4 ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ SUNDAY LAY SERVER SCHEDULE APRIL 2014 April 6 8:30 Morning Prayer 10:30 Supply Priest 10:30 am HE with Rev. Mary Ogus April 13 Palm Sunday April 20 EASTER DAY April 27 Morning Prayer 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am VERGER Debbie Stedner SUBDEACON Chris Cowan Roger Brogneaux LECTORS Charlotte Campbell Dave Boseman Pat Biggers Sharon Sarvey Jill Brogneaux Debbie Stedner Roger Brogneaux CRUCIFER Mikaela Freeman Quincy Cunningham Quincy Cunningham Mikaela Freeman TORCH BEARERS USHERS EUCHARISTIC VISITOR ALTAR GUILD FLOWER GUILD TELLERS Lay Leader: Barrett Parker Max Tapiz Izabelle Casey Garrett Faust Mitch Baker Hannah Coor Lexie Stanley Garrett Faust Mitch Baker Jillian Faust Hayley Faust Garrett Faust Mitch Baker Max Tapiz Izabelle Casey Garrett Faust Mitch Baker Betsy Powell Liz Meador Jill Brogneaux N/A Pat Biggers Jeannie Siler & Jeannie Siler Pat Biggers Jeannie Siler Pat Biggers Jeannie Siler COFFEE HOUR Need Volunteer Need Volunteer N/A Social Team 5 Need Volunteer If you are unable to serve as scheduled, please find a replacement AND notify the church office. HOLY WEEK LAY SERVER SCHEDULE Lay Leaders: 8:30 Don Skinner 10:30 Chris Cowan 11 Dave Meador APRIL BIRTHDAYS 13 Christian Brogneaux 15 Carroll Overton 19 Brian Kelly 21 Valerie Miller Brandon Whichard 28 Catherine LeChot VERGER SUBDEACON LECTORS CRUCIFER Maundy Thursday April 17 7:00 PM Holy Eucharist with Foot Washing & Stripping of the Altar Chris Cowan Roger Brogneaux Walker Campbell Hannah Coor Good Friday April 18 6:30 PM / Garden Stations of the Cross Zeb Jones If your birthday has been omitted please notify the church office so that the birthday lists are up-to-date. TORCH BEARERS Jillian Faust Hayley Faust

5 Domingo Sunday Lunes Monday ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ 5 April/Abril Martes Tuesday 2014 Miércoles Wednesday Jueves Thursday Viernes Friday Sábado Saturday CE = Christian Education (Sunday School) for all ages HE = Holy Eucharist (Communion) Service MP = Morning Prayer Santa Misa = Spanish Mass 1 9:30 AM Making lunches for Habitat volunteers April Fools Day 2 6:00 PM Lenten Supper & Program 3 10:00 AM Final Women s Bible Study 5:45 PM Choir Rehearsal 4 5 8:00 AM CLEAN-UP DAY 6 5 Lent :30 AM HE 9:30 AM CE 10:30 AM HE 3 PM Santa Misa 6:00 PM Vestry Meeting 6:00 PM Lenten Supper & Program 5:45 PM Choir Rehearsal 13 Palm Sunday Deadline order Easter Lilies 8:30 AM HE 9:30 AM CE 10:30 AM HE 3 PM Santa Misa 20 Easter Day 8:30 AM HE 9:30 AM Easter Egg Hunt, Flowering/Cross, enjoy Easter breads (Franciscans Deadline) 21 Easter Monday Office is Closed Maundy Thursday Office is Closed 7:00 PM Holy Eucharist w/foot washing & stripping altar :45 AM ECW Annual St. James Parish, Wilmington 5:45 PM Choir Rehearsal 18 Good Friday Office is Closed 6:30 PM Stations of the Cross in the Garden Holy Saturday 10:30 AM Festival HE 3 PM Santa Misa 27 2 Easter 8:30 AM MP 9:30 AM CE 10:30 AM MP 3 PM Santa Misa 28 (Feast of Saint Mark the Evangelist) 29 30

6 6 ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ Heard it through the Grapevine Condolences to the Johnson family on the death of their father and our founding member, Glenwood Johnson. Condolences to Mary and Paul Chambers (Brenda's son and daughter in law) on the loss of her mother. Best wishes to Cindi Steele for a speedy recovery from hip surgery. Continued prayers for Sam Mills following his heart cauterization on March 17. We hope to have a new nursery attendant in place very shortly but need volunteers for a few more Sundays. Sign up on the Tower in the Parish Hall. APRIL 2 nd (Wed.) Social Team 3 APRIL 9 th (Wed.) Social Team 4 Wednesday Lenten Suppers and Program 6:00 PM Fellowship Meal 6:30 PM Lenten Program Topic: Worship Space-its architecture and design. Worship space is very important and speaks volumes about how we understand the worship of the church. You might say we are going to consider the Feng shui of Christian worship. Parishioners with last name A-J bring soup or salads K-Z bring sandwiches Topic: What we Value as a Community of Faith. The Liturgy of the Church tells us many things about who we are, what we believe, and as such, what we value. We will look at the Prayers of the People, The Baptismal Covenant, the Creed, and the Eucharistic Prayers. Parishioners with last name A-J bring sandwiches K-Z bring soup or salads Meditations from the Flower Guild Taken from God in the Garden by Maureen Gilmer Lord, as my garden awakens with the early signs of spring, grant me the courage to examine my conscience and to renew myself as well. Just as the garden begins anew each year, let my Easter confession separate me from the sins of my past so that I may grow and flourish too. Amen. Easter: They said to her, "Woman, why are you weeping?" She said to them, "They have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid him." When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, "Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you looking for?" Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, "Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away." Jesus said to her, "Mary!" She turned and said to him in Hebrew, "Rabbouni!" (which means Teacher). John 20:13-16 Meditation: It is moving to think that the risen Christ was so like a gardener that Mary didn't recognize him at first. This event sanctifies gardening, for this calling was important enough for John to include it in his Gospel. Perhaps becoming a gardener satisfies us so deeply it is a quasireligious act. Unlike other hobbies that are strictly in the realm of man, the cultivation of living plants becomes much more than mere science or aesthetics. It was no mistake that the early church fathers placed the Resurrection so close to the spring equinox, the time was sowing, when all the plant life returns to green the countryside. Spring is also the greening of the gardener s soul, for it is the coming forth of our whole passionate world of plants after the cold, dark, and seemingly endless winter.

7 ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ 7 ACTIVITY GROUP MINISTRY ST. FRANCIS: GET INVOLVED! CONTACT(S) BUILDING & GROUNDS Vestry Liaison: John Koegel Columbarium: Liz Meador Garden: Zeb Jones CHRISTIAN EDUCATION / EYC (Episcopal Young Church People) / NURSERY Vestry Liaison: Brenda Coor & Children s Church School: Brenda Coor EYC: To Be Determined COMMUNICATIONS Vestry Liaison: Jen Kelly Chair: Liz Meador Church Website: Chris Cowan Franciscans Newsletter: Corinne Stewart EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN (ECW) & CHRISTMAS IN THE FOREST ECW President: Liz Meador Vice-President and Program Coordinator: Crissie Lewis Treasurer: Norma Powell Secretary: Jill Brogneaux United Thank Offering: Betsy Powell FINANCE / STEWARDSHIP Vestry Liaison: Stewardship Chair: Rick Coor Treasurer: INVITATION / HOSPITALITY Vestry Liaison: Jeff Merritt & Jeff Sarvey Coffee Hour sign up: Roger Brogneaux Social Team scheduling: Barrett Parker Frantastix's (20's 50's social group): Barrett Parker & Ministry to Military: Jeff Merritt OUTREACH TEAM Vestry Liaison: Chair: Nina Silverthorne Project Christ Child: Walker Campbell Soup Kitchen: Eldica Cyrus PASTORAL CARE TEAM & LAY EUCHARISTIC VISITORS Vestry Liaison: Lay Eucharistic Visitor Coordinator: To Be Determined Prayer Ministry: To Be Determined WORSHIP TEAM Vestry Liaison: Jane Anthony Altar Guild: Jill Brogneaux Choir: Bill Hayes (Organist/Choirmaster) Flower Guild: Jeannie Siler Server Scheduling: Barrett Parker Usher Scheduling: Mitch Baker

8 St. Francis Episcopal Church (503 Forest Hill Drive) P. O. Box Goldsboro, NC April 13 Palm Sunday 8:30, 10:30 am Holy Eucharist April 17 Maundy Thursday 7:00 PM Holy Eucharist with foot washing & stripping of the altar April Vigil in the Garden Prayer Vigil in the church 8 pm Maundy Thursday through 5pm Good Friday April 18 Good Friday 6:30 PM Stations of the Cross In St. Francis Prayer Garden (Church if bad weather) April 20 Easter Day 8:30 am Holy Eucharist 9:30 am Easter Egg Hunt, Flowering of the Cross, and Enjoy Easter Breads 10:30 am Festival Holy Eucharist ~ The Franciscans April 2014 ~ Of Current Interest... April 2 & 9 6 PM Lenten Supper/Program April 5 8 am CLEAN-UP / Work Day April 7 6 PM Vestry Meeting April 13 Deadline-Order Easter Lilies to adorn the church for Easter St. Francis Vestry: 2014 John Koegel (Jr. Warden) Jeff Merritt 2015 Brenda Coor Jeff Sarvey 2016 Jane Anthony Roger Brogneaux (Sr. Warden) Shelley Mills (Clerk) (Treasurer) Senior Warden - Roger Brogneaux (919) Junior Warden - John Koegel (919)