SUNDAY MORNING OPPORTUNITIES IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION At the 9:30 hour unless otherwise noted. Bible Study: The Gospel of Matthew Adults Main Level Conference Room. Bible Study: Paul s Journey Letters Adults Creative Arts Room-LL. Kingdom Kids, for Age 3-Grade 6, Register in Main Level Room 118. Confirmation, ongoing program for Grades 7-8, Lower Level 117/118. High School Youth for Grades 9-12, Lower Level SALTeens Lounge. ANDY S CAFE Serving Lunch after 11:00 Worship. Good food & fellowship! $9 per person INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY In the case of inclement weather, please listen to WTOP radio (103.5FM) or visit wtopnews.com for info regarding the cancellation of church activities. April Newsletter deadline MARCH 10 (Submissions due the 10 th of each month) Please be prompt and remember all submissions are subject to editing. ANNOUNCEMENTS WEEK OF MARCH 4, 2018 Healing Ministry TODAY Care ministers are stationed at the rear of the sanctuary during Holy Communion today to offer a blessing to anyone who desires anointing and prayer for a health or personal concern. Blessings are available while seated in the pew for those with mobility concerns. Please let an usher know of your need. Blessings for healing are available during worship on the first Sunday and Monday of every month. Young Families Sunday "Stay & Play" TODAY! 10:30 am 11:00 am Parents with babies through kindergartners - come early before 11:00 worship or stay after 9:30 to meet and greet other parents while the kids play. In the Great Room every Sunday. Creative Spirits Meeting Saturday, March 10 10:30 am Crafts Room, LL Stop by the Creative Spirits meeting to learn about the ministry and share stories of gifts made and given to loved ones with the message of God's love and comfort. If you long to touch lives in a meaningful and prayerful way, please join us as we ask for God's blessings on the gifts most recently made. Questions? Contact Sandi Goetsch at sandiz80@msn.com or 410-465-7393.
Senior Adult Fellowship Concert Event TODAY at 3:00 pm Featuring Dale Jarrett Vocalist & Pianist Let s give a warm welcome to professional vocalist and pianist Dale Jarrett as he performs a delightful concert in the St. Andrew Sanctuary featuring a variety of musical entertainment from well-loved ballads to Broadway show tunes to hymns and piano renditions. Trained at the Manhattan School of Music, Dale has enjoyed an illustrious career of big band style performances and opera. He had his own popular dance band and has performed for three U.S. presidents! Dale s music is upbeat, inspirational and fun. Stay for refreshments and a Meet & Greet with Dale in the Commons following the concert. No charge for the concert, but a basket will be available to accept donations to cover costs. All are welcome! Bring friends. You are sure to leave with a smile! Sponsored by Senior Adult Fellowship. Blood Drive Sunday, March 11 9:00 am 2:30 pm Mark your calendar and eat those leafy greens to get ready to give the precious gift of life! Avoid the wait by making an appointment online from the calendar/link at mystandrew.org. Friday, March 16 7:00 pm Join us for bridge and fellowship at 7 pm in the Commons. All levels of play are welcome, and lessons are available for those interested. RSVP to host Greg Cook at 301-602-8104 or email Gregory.a.cook63@gmail.com. "Watch Your Mouth!" Starts Sunday, March 11 9:30 am Creative Arts Room Join the group to read and discuss Tony Evans' Watch Your Mouth: Understanding the Power of the Tongue, which covers Biblical teachings about God's intended purposes for speech. Proverbs says "Life and death are in the power of the tongue." Let's discover how to use God's gift of words strategically for His purposes. All are welcome. Get details and/or reserve a book by contacting Bill or Ann Harpster at harpsteer77@hotmail.com. Living Well Chronic Disease Management Workshop Thursdays, March 1 April 5 10:30 am 1:00 pm, Wellspring Center, LL Join this 6-week workshop to help you enjoy a healthier life! Learn how to maximize your potential even when coping with ongoing health problems such as Parkinson s disease, heart disease, asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, mild depression, obesity, osteoporosis, breathing problems and more. Open to anyone living with a chronic condition as well as family members and caregivers. FREE, but space is limited. Register today at holycrosshealth/diseasemanagement or 301-754-8800. Questions? Contact Marilee in the church office. Thrivent Members It's Choice Time! Help St. Andrew by directing your "Choice Dollars" to our ministry! Visit thrivent.com/thriventchoice and click the "Get Started" link or call 800-847-4836 to make your designation. The deadline is 3/31/18 but it's never to early! So far, about half of our Thrivent members have made their choice, so we've got lots more "giving" to do. Questions? Contact Sue Zimmerman at 301-854- 0050.
Craft Ministry Palm Cross Workshop Saturday, March 24, Craft Room-LL Palm Sunday is coming! Are you still trying to figure out how to fold your palm into a cross? Have no fear! Craft Ministry will hold a drop-in workshop on Saturday, March 24 from 9-11 am in the Craft Room. Stop by for some fellowship and learn this important skill! If you know how, come help others. Questions? Contact Sue Scherer at susan.quilts@comcast.net. Sunday, March 18 St. Andrew Crafters have been busy creating and they are ready to show you their new spring line of brightly colored table runners, place mats, aprons, wall hangings, wreaths, Easter decorations, and more! Stop by the display in the Commons one day only! And pick up a cheerful item to brighten your home and welcome spring! Preschool Registration Open Preschool registration for the 2018-2019 school year is open for one and all. Spread the word to neighbors and friends! Registration forms and details can be found at mystandrew.org/preschool. Questions? Contact Preschool Director Lia Mai Puskar at 301-384- 2660 or lcsapreschool@yahoo.com. DONATE A LILY Help Beautify St. Andrew s Chancel on Easter Morning! Orders Due by March 20 Purchase a beautiful lily in honor or memory of a loved one, or just to give glory to God on Easter morning. The cost is $15 per plant. Place your order at the Welcome Center in the Commons no later than March 20. Please note on your payment envelope whether you will take your lily following the 11:00 Easter Sunday service or pick it up in the church office later. Unclaimed lilies will be delivered to ill and homebound members and friends. 11:00 Wee Worship Helpers Needed Are you willing to be "on call" once a month to assist with Wee Worship as needed? When a larger than average group of kids age 3-8 come bounding down the aisle, our leaders could use a hand. No experience is necessary -- just a love of kids and a desire to help. To get more information and/or volunteer, contact Wee Worship coordinator Andrea Hricko at ahricko@concordia-ny.edu. Food Pantry Reminder St. Andrew Food Pantry is always in need of supplies such as: juices, canned meats, shelf stable milk, jams/jellies, and canned fruit. Please remember to drop off your items in the coat room.