2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" WHAT'S HAPPENING What's Happening This Week "Get behind me, Satan! " "For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things." Friday Morning Women's Bible Study The Friday Morning Women's Bible Study group will continue on it's second week of a three‐week study of the story of Joseph https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 1/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" from the book of Genesis on Fridays. The study schedule is as follows: Fri, Feb 27 ‐ Genesis 42 ‐ 47; Fri, Mar 6 ‐ Genesis 48 ‐ 50. We meet at 9:15 AM in the Harris Hall Conference Room. All women of the parish are invited to join us and are most welcome to invite a friend. If you have any questions, please email Anita Sherman at [email protected] . Stations of the Cross Fridays during Lent: March 6th, 13th & 20th at 7:00 PM we will observe Stations of the Cross, otherwise known as "Way of the Cross"; a devotion to the Passion of Christ which recalls a series of events at the end of Jesus' life from his condemnation to his burial. To read more about the devotion click HERE Passport Progressive Dinner Destination Details! For passengers who are confirmed for the Passport Dinner THIS SATURDAY: Hosts at the International Check‐in Terminal are: The Rev. and Mrs. Andrew Sherman and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Von Oehson. Check‐in is at 6 pm at the Rectory, located at 245 NE 2nd St, Boca Raton, FL 33432 where passengers will receive information on their flight destination, as well as the departure time. Dressy attire is recommended and please remember to bring a wrap or light jacket, as many dinners will have all or part of the meal outside. PLEASE NOTE: NO WALK‐INS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE EVENT. Questions? Please call Arely Cox at (561) 702‐6964 Join us for Simple Gifts Service in Harris Hall Sunday March 1st https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 2/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Everyone has a different style of worship, and some people prefer a less formal process. If that sounds like you, then Simple Gifts is where you want to be! Join us at 10:00 AM on the first Sunday of each month. New Member Class‐ Life in Christ at St. Gregory's Continuing Sunday, March 1st, Fr. Andrew will hold the new member class‐ "Life in Christ at St. Gregory's". The class introduces people to our Anglican/Episcopal way of following Jesus as Lord. It also introduces the over 85 ministries of St. Gregory's. The class meets at 11:45 am. Please contact the church office at office@st‐gregorys.com or call 561‐395‐ 8285 to join. For a great blog post click HERE: 11 Things I Love about the Episcopal Church Interested in a Lenten Pilgrimage? Come to Lenten Sundays at 9:00 AM for a "WONDROUS ENCOUNTER: Scripture for Lent" by Franciscan priest and teacher, Richard Rohr, guided by our own Fr. Andrew and Fr. Craig! For those seeking "not so much explanation of Scripture, but the Encounter itself," this trip is for you!! Fr. Richard's book will be available in the Office prior to departure, (for those excited to get started) or in the Conference Room at the initial session. See you there for a new adventure in the Spirit. The Nehemiah Process, February, 2015 Creating and Sustaining Youth Ministry Pastor Angela and Maria Provost attended the Youth Ministry Architects https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 3/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Nehemiah Process event on February 25th‐ working on ways to grow our Youth Ministry at St. Gregory's! Fr. Andrew's Reading Recommendations for Lent During the season of Lent there are two books that Fr. Andrew is recommending for discussion and reflection. The first is "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis, and the second is "Help, Thanks, Wow" by Anne LaMott. To read a short synopsis of each CLICK HERE ! There will be a discussion of these two books on Sunday, March 22 at 11:45 am. "Walking the Way" Stewardship results are currently strong three weeks after Stewardship Sunday, we have received $663,000 in pledges, towards our goal of $750,000, approximately $100,000 over what we saw after three weeks last year. We have received a total of 223 pledges, 27 new pledging units and 196 from existing pledging units, towards our goal of 300. There are still 67 families that pledged last year who have not turned in a pledge card. Even though you received your pledge envelopes in January and have begun using them you do need to complete a pledge card that states your commitment for the year. We cannot https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 4/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" prepare a budget if we don't know our committed pledge income. If you have not filled in a pledge card there are a few ways you can let us know what you want to do for 2015. Drop a pledge card in the plate on Sunday, pledge cards are available on the welcome table Mail your pledge card to the Office Call me at ext. 605 and tell me what you would like to pledge Email me at rknowlton@st‐gregorys.com with your pledge Lenten Music Notes from the Desk of Tim Brumfield Director of Music Ministry Our music during Lent will include performances by our Music Consort, Bell Choir, Choristers, and special guests Jeff Kayes on trumpet and Ruth Cunningham of Anonymous 4. A complete schedule of music during the Lenten season can be accessed by clicking HERE. Broward Library "The Big Read‐ To Kill a Mockingbird" Staged reading Florida Center for the Book at Broward County Library invites you to join THE BIG READ To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. A staged reading by The Playgroup LLC, adapted by St. Gregory's Choir member Peter Hawkins: February 28th, 1 ‐ 3 PM. Location: Broward Main library, 100 S. Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. Admission is FREE. PH: 954‐357‐7386 Second Sunday in Lent Lessons for the Day are: Genesis 17:1‐7, 15‐16 https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 5/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Romans 4:13‐25 The Gospel According to Mark 8:31‐38 Sermon: The Reverend Craig Burlington Associate Rector To Read this week's lessons Click HERE: What's Happening Next Week Lenten Organ Meditation Wednesday March 4th Our Director of Music Ministry and Organist, Tim Brumfield, will present a Lenten organ meditation at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, March 4 at The First Presbyterian Church; "The Pink Church"; in Pompano. All are welcome to attend. The address is 2331 Northeast 26th Avenue, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 . Rector's Bible Study & Simple Supper The Rector's Wednesday evening Bible Study will continue on Wednesday, March 4th , with Simple Supper at 6 pm followed by Bible Study at 7 pm in Harris Hall. Please join us for this enriching study and fellowship! To find out more and how to receive Live Streaming click HERE First Friday Fellowship Dinner This Friday, March 6th, at 6:30 pm, join us for our first Friday Fellowship Dinner, which will be held on the first Friday evening of each month. Have a good meal, enjoy good company, and meet new friends! https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 6/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Festival of the Arts Boca Presents "Girl Rising" "Girl Rising" is a Documentary Film about the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. View it Saturday, March 7, 2015 ‐ 3:00 pm at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center. Click HERE for more information. Brother's Breakfast‐ Sunday March 8th! Sunday March 8th following the 8 am and 10 am services the Brothers are serving up the best breakfast in Boca! Current meal prices: Youth ‐ $3; Adult ‐ $5; Family of 4 or more with 3 adults max ‐ $15; Full buffet with omelet ‐ $7. Invite friends and family to join you! Give Blood Save Lives! Have you ever been in an accident and needed a transfusion or had an operation? These are some of the reasons for a Blood Drive. PLEASE GIVE BLOOD! Help those in need of medical attention during the Blood Drive (Big Red Bus) on Sunday, March 8th! One donation can save three lives! What's Happening ‐ Save the Date! https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 7/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Holy Week Services Holy week begins on Sunday, March 29th with Palm Sunday services. The Palm Sunday schedule is: 8:00 AM Holy Eucharist & Sermon 9:55 AM Blessing of the Palms & Procession (Courtyard) 10 AM Choral Eucharist & Sermon 6:00 PM Holy Eucharist & Sermon. Please click HERE to download the entire Holy Week and Easter Worship schedule! Raptor Presentation and Nature Walk At Okeeheelee Nature Center Saturday Mar. 7; 10:00 am to 1:30 pm (or later if you desire) Find out more during a guided tour of the Okeeheelee Nature Center Saturday, March 7th, 10:00 am. Click HERE for updated information on carpooling to the event. For detailed information, including directions, Click HERE. St. Gregory's Second Annual Lenten Retreat for Women RELAX, REFRESH, RELATE: ST. GREGORY'S SECOND ANNUAL LENTEN RETREAT FOR WOMEN WOMEN'S LENTEN RETREAT ‐ March 13‐14, 2015, at the Duncan Center in Delray‐ sign up now! Registration forms are now available (back of the church, in the https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 8/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" church office, or by clicking the link below). TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Please click HERE to read an update! REGISTRATION FORMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ‐ at the table at the back of the church, in the church office, or: * Click HERE for the Flyer and Registration form! You can also view a tentative schedule for the retreat by using this schedule link.) Click HERE for additional details about the retreat! See you there ! Join us for Family Fun Movie Night! Friday, March 13th is Family Fun Movie Night! For only $5.00 your ticket includes popcorn, a drink, and a raffle ticket for a chance at a flat screen TV! We are meeting in Harris Hall, 6:30 PM. Tickets are available each Sunday in the courtyard. Anonymous 4 Sunday March 15th at 3:00 PM Renowned for their unearthly vocal blend and virtuoso ensemble singing, don't miss this opportunity to see the one of a kind ensemble Anonymous 4 in their last season! Click HERE for more information! **Special 25% DISCOUNT available for St. Gregory's members ONLY by calling the office! Tickets are sold online, at the office: (561) 395‐ 8285, and at the door. ** VIP Ticket holders: Meet the members of Anonymous 4 at an Exclusive Reception at the Rectory,Saturday March 14th, from 4 to 6 pm. St. Gregory's Lecture Series "Exploring Faith & Spirituality" Everglades Restoration: The Big Picture St. Gregory's Lecture Series will continue Monday, March 16th, at 7 p.m. in Harris Hall. The second lecture will feature Shannon Estenoz, Director of Everglades Restoration Initiatives for the US Department of the Interior. https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true 9/11 2/28/2015 St. Gregory's "What's Happening" Ms. Estenoz will give us an insight into why Everglades restoration is so important, discuss how the program is progressing and what we can expect moving ahead. Click HERE to read the Shannon Estenoz lecture flyer. Upcoming lecture: Dr. James Finley‐ Thursday, April 9th Time: 7:00 PM Cost: FREE Read about the lectures and download the entire Lecture Series Brochure HERE March Lunch Bunch Please join us for lunch at Romano's Macaroni Grill; 2004 NW Executive Center Drive, Boca Raton; for a delightful lunch featuring delicious Italian food. We will meet at 12:30 pm on Friday, March 20th. Everyone is welcome and separate checks are issued, but reservations are necessary. Please sign up on the sheet posted in Harris Hall, or for more information call the Church Office at 561‐395‐8285 or call Candy Midboe at 561‐756‐9629 by March 17thth. Help us Grow St. Gregory's Church! Have you considered making a donation to St. Gregory's and stay current with your pledge? Through your donations St. Gregory's can continue to spread the Word of God. 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