J O Y F U L N O I S E April ISSUE 2014 Jesus is making faith come alive in our lives.. Dear members and friends of Resurrection, Boy, oh boy am I ready for spring During our Lenten season this year we have reflected upon all that might have been stirring within the man Jesus as he approached his final days on earth. We have challenged ourselves to ask, How would we feel if you knew when and how we were going to die? Yes, we all know we will die one day but what we don t know is the when or how. We don t have insight as to whether or not we will have made a difference in the lives of the people around us.our families, our friends or even strangers. We won t know if our efforts were appreciated or even enough. We won t know if we lived life to the fullest. We won t know if we kept God s Commandments and if we will go to be with God upon leaving our earthly body. Not really. But we do, as Christians, have faith and hope that if we live a life for good if we try and make a difference for others, if we recommit our lives daily to being Christians in the truest sense.we too, will, because of the gift of Jesus s sacrifice and the love of God have the eternal life that is promised. In these last days of Lent, continue your reflections and prepare yourself for Holy Week with Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday. The Resurrection is at hand. plan to join us on Easter Sunday MARK YOUR CALENDAR Sunday Schedule Sunday, April 6 th - 10 a.m. Morning Prayer Sunday, April 13 th - Palm Sunday -10 a.m. TBA music by Rosalee Edington Vestry and Community Center meetings to follow Thursday, April 17 th Maundy Thursday - services available at Christ Church Cathedral - 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 18 th - Good Friday Services 7p.m. - Rev. Sonny Smith Sunday, April 20 th - Easter Sunday -10 a.m. Rev. Sonny Smith, music by Rosalee Edington Easter Egg Hunt following Church service Sunday, April 27 th - 10 a.m. Morning Prayer
Page 2 for service at 10 a.m. when we celebrate not Jesus' death but his Resurrection. April 6 Lent Father Sonny will be joining each month for two Sundays throughout 2014. This supports the Vestry s vision of continuity as we move forward this year at 4100 Southern Parkway, and for the expansion of our widening mission within the community. April 20 Easter Let us continue to remember that together we can bring the love of Jesus to those around us. I believe God is with us. Virginia Woodward, Senior Warden Resurrection continues to be the little engine that could.. and we thank you for m aking that happen Resurrection Churchwomen The Resurrection Churchwomen will be hosting a church wide Rummage sale on Saturday 31st to replenish our funds. so start saving your new and gently used items for the sale. We will sell anything and you can bring your stuff to Church until the sale.. Space will also be available for $10 if you want to sell a few things yourself. Yearly dues are always welcome at $1.00 a month. Make your checks payable to Resurrection Church Women and forward to Virginia Woodward, 4549 Southern Parkway, 40214.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pray for World! Peace" in 2014 April 13 Palm Sunday April 27- Open If you would like to order flowers for a birthday, special remembrance, in memory of someone or anniversary call Virginia Woodward at 361-4866. Easter Lilies w ill once again be available for $12.50. Please call Virginia at 3614866 w hat your order w ill be this year. Nothing happens unless first in a dream --- Carl Sandburg Our Mission Spread God s word that Jesus is making faith come alive in our lives by reaching out to the community around us. Goals Increase our membership Increase and maintain our financial base Expand our outreach program to become more visible, caring and active in the community Create a meaningful worship service of praise and thanksgiving We cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are. Max Dupree """"""""""""""""""""" P rayer in A ction # T helm a and W illiam C arter C hristine Chancel Flowers for April M elissa C line
Bob Coleman BY CALLING Veronica at Louise Christensen the office 368-1146.There is Christy Crawford The Ferriell Family a sign up log in the Narthex for prayers Jeremie Gregory Mary Gregory Jackie Hale Hazel Hornback Applause Cheers to all who sent in donations for our The Family of Anna Ruth Jordan Page 3 Alberta Kinsey new vacuum. It is a dandy!! Tina Martin Charlene and David Parks The Family of Cuba Robinson Veronica Woodruff Special thanks to all who assisted with the work days in February and March. WE have accomplished a lot. Our next work day will be Saturday, April 12 th. Plan to join us for donuts, juice, fellowship and honest work beginning at 9 a.m.!!! Stacey Woodruff If you would like someone placed on the list let us know Opportunities Want to learn how to make Palm Crosses? Join us on Saturday, April 12 th at 10 a.m. to make our Palm Crosses. They
are easy to do so join us. Annual Easter Egg Hunt following Easter Service eat 10 a.m. Bring your basket!!!! you!! 2014 is here please catch up your pledge for the good of the Church. Your Vestry thanks Call Veronica at 368-1146 if you would like to be a reader or usher on Sundays. The Altar Guild will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 19 th to prepare the Church for Easter. All members are asked to attend. Breakfast will be available. Contact Virginia at 36104866 if you need a ride. Visitation through the Altar Guild continues to visit our sick and shut- ins. Do you know someone who needs visiting? We welcome new volunteers. Flowers were delivered this last month (before Lent began) to Alberta and Hazel both of whom continue to do well as can be expected. Bob Coleman and Jean Claude, the resident Coleman cat, are holding their own with Jean Claude joining the masses who struggle with allergies. He has been on a new medicine which everyone hopes will provide relief. Jackie was happy to receive candy at her visit while her kitty, Gracie, held court. If you would like to join the visitation teams call Virginia Woodward at 361-4866. Page4 During this Lenten season we have celebrated the lives our two long time parishioners, Anna Ruth Jordan and Cuba Robinson. Each woman was unique, strong and powerful in their influence in our extended parish families. I knew Anna Ruth a little better since I can t remember a day that she wasn t involved from the time my family started attending Emmanuel (now Resurrection). My Mother worked hours and hours with Anna Ruth through the Churchwomen, Altar guild and other church social groups. Anna Ruth was an accomplished seamstress with many of our altar linens being made by her hand. The beautiful valances in the Conklin Room were her last gift to us before moving into an assisted living residence. She and I would always have a chuckle about sharing Ground Hogs Day as our birthday and for years we have made a special effort to wish each other good wishes. Cuba was a whirlwind with red hair and from the moment she joined in at Resurrection she made hospitality her job. She volunteered at many of our Churchwomen yard sales, bake sales and
rummage events, always spearheaded the hospitality hour following the Sunday service. In her last years with us she supported Vacation Bible School and brought her beloved grandson with her. one Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. We would love to see you. Most Sundays we enjoy some sweets, coffee and conversation following the service. As we think about their passing let us rejoice for the many gifts they shared while they were with us and the joy that they brought us. An excerpt from the writings of Paramahansa Yogananda says How glorious is life after death! No more will you have to lug about this old baggage of bones, with all its troubles. You will be free in the astral heaven, unhindered by physical limitations. Virginia Woodward Editor Letters to the Editor on any item in the newsletter are welcomed. Send your comments to: Joyful Noise Editor, 4549 Southern Parkway, Louisville, KY 40214 or email Virginia at virginiawoodward04@yahoo.com What are we missing? As Editor I am always looking for stories, articles, poems and pictures etc. to share with others within our Church family. Let me hear from you. Virginia 361-4866 Or mail to: 4549 Southern Parkway Louisville, KY 40214 Make plans to join us for Church