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From the Rector Dear St. Patrick's, Grace and peace. Our Day School is on Spring Break making our office and building very quiet. Thankfully, the Senior Saints lunch brought activity to the building yesterday. We are also doing some maintenance activities that are good to do when fewer people are around. I would note that this is a perfect time to bring your rummage donations to the lower level of the parking garage (see below for more information). We are making good use of the season of Lent. Please take time, during this time of preparation, to get ready for the celebrations of Easter. I have written about the action plans set by the Vestry at the Annual Vestry Retreat held in February 2011. In previous Wednesday emails, I have described the work of the "Recruitment and Retention," "SPARC," and "Spiritual Life" committees. Today, I continue with the glamorous work of the "Governance" committee. You might be thinking that "glamorous" is not the right term to describe governance, but more vestry members wanted to serve on this committee than any of the others. Although governance is often done behind the scenes, it is important to the overall health of any institution. It is certainly important for the health of St. Patrick's and the optimization of our abilities to serve God through this Parish. The committee is currently reviewing our by-laws with an eye toward modernizing the procedures for 21st century technology, ensuring that the by-laws are consistent with the canons of the Episcopal Church, USA, and evaluating the term length and size of our Vestry in comparison with other similar parishes. Although much of this work is done behind the scenes, it will be presented to the Parish for discussion and, ultimately, for a vote at the Annual Meeting in November of 2011.
Faithfully,
Read last Sunday's sermon titled, "Sherlock." |
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| Prayer List
We give thanks for the birth (on St. Patrick's Day, March 17), of Carson Patrick Donnell to Tina & Rick Donnell and big brother Jack.
We pray for safe travels for all those St. Patrick's families on Spring Break this week.
We pray for our family and friends in Japan dealing with the consequences of the earthquake and tsunami, especially Marjorie's brother Rob Gerbracht and his family.
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Rummage Sale Donations: Now is the Time!
If You're Not on Spring Break, Bring Your Donations to the Lower Garage this week!
Please drop your items off in the marked area in the lower garage under the gym across Whitehaven Parkway. This year's sale is happening on a shorter timeline than in other years, so we need everyone to bring their donations this week and next!
Items to donate:
- Clothes for all ages (label by age/gender), jewelry, accessories
- Toys, in very good shape, none older than 2007, please
- Books, Linens, sporting equipment
- Almost new kitchen or household items--nothing broken, please
Please, do not donate any electronics or televisions! Furniture is taken only on a case-by-case basis as we have no storage space for it, so call before dropping it off.
Rummage Sale is Saturday, April 9th from 8am to 2pm.
Donation Drop Off through Monday, April 4th.
Sale Set up on Thursday, April 7th and Friday April 8th.
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 S.O.M.E. Casserole Cooking for Children, Pre-K through 2nd Grade, this Sunday, March 27th!
During the 10 am service, children are invited to the Mini Gym to assemble nutritious casseroles for S.O.M.E (So Others Might Eat). Children return to church during the Peace. We need 1 more adult volunteer to help with casserole assembly. Please email Andrea, andrea@stpatrickschurchdc.org, if you can help. |
| God's Saving Deeds: A Biblical Exploration of Salvation
Please join the Rector for God's Saving Deeds: A Biblical Exploration of Salvation, a Lenten study at 9:00am on Sunday mornings.
In this six-week Lenten education offering, we will read and explore the biblical narrative of salvation. The readings from the Easter Vigil will be the framework as we travel from Creation, through the history of the patriarchs and matriarchs, the prophetic period, and ultimately to Jesus' Resurrection. Although there will be a common theme and progression, each class session will stand-alone.
For March 27, prepare by reading Genesis 22.1-18.
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Journey Toward Forgiveness & New Life
Weekday Adult Education for Lent Read Reflection Questions for Week 2
Struggling to forgive yourself or someone else? Holding onto old grudges or resentments? Prepare to celebrate Easter: read and discuss Henri J.M. Nouwen's The Return of the Prodigal Son. For dates and more details, keep reading ... |
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Basic Estate & Incapacity Planning Workshop with Bill Fralin, (sponsored by the Caregivers' Group)
Thursday, March 31st, 8-9 pm. All are welcome.
St. Patrick's own Bill Fralin, founder of The Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm, P.C., in Arlington, Virginia, will address topics relating to estate planning, estate administration, incapacity planning, Medicaid, asset protection planning, and elder law. Light refreshments will be provided.
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Eton College Chapel Choir on Monday, April 11
We're invited!! Monday, April 11 at 7pm, the Eton College Chapel Choir of young singers ages 13-18 will be here in concert. There will be no charge for the concert. Donations will be gratefully accepted in honor of our musicians and will be equally divided between favorite charities of both schools: American Friends of Eton College (AFEC) and the Homeless Children's Playtime Project (HCPP) in Washington, D.C.
(Click here to see the full invitation on our website!)
Complimentary Childcare Available!
Childcare for children 5 and over is available from 6:45 to 8:45 pm. You must reserve a spot for your child(ren) in advance by emailing names and ages to Tina Palanca at PalancaT@stpatsdc.org to reserve a spot for your child(ren). Siblings 5 and older are also welcome.
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Sunday Participant List for March 27, 2011
| 8:00am Server: | Jane Byerley | | Altar Guild: | Jean Bolan | | Lay Eucharistic Ministers: | Marilyn Nowalk, Sally Fowler, Paul Geffert | | Ushers: | Bob Brookhiser, Barry Brown, Tim Bitsberger | | Greeters: | The Mulvaneys | | Readers: | | | Intercessor: | | | Psalmist: | David Lambert | | Server: | Peter Jobusch | | Crucifer: | Camilla Duke | | Torches: | Katie Lee, Espeana Green | | Flowers: | Lent | | Refreshments: | Melina Bellows | | Vestry Person of the Day: | Marilyn Nowalk, Keenan Keller |
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Music at St. Patrick's
An Afternoon with "Singing A - Z" will be on Sunday, April 3, 4:00 pm, here at St. Patrick's. Established in 2005, Singing A - Z is a choral/instrumental ensemble of professional musicians and dedicated volunteers, who supplement music education for public school children in underserved areas of Washington, DC. Classroom sessions and interactive concerts for elementary school students are designed to reinforce basic concepts of music-making and highlight a musical heritage reflecting the diversity of American and world cultures. Singing A - Z is inspired by the belief that by sharing in the spirit and joy of singing together, children learn they are part of a community that cares about and values them. Reservations are $30 per person. Please send email to chcsbetty@verizon.net or call 301-767-0227, or you may pay at the door.
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Save the Date!
Wine-Tasting Fundraiser at Jeff & Carol Groh's! Saturday, May 7th
Please join the St. Patrick's Church community for a special evening of fellowship and wine-tasting at the home of Jeff and Carol Groh. This "wine-pairing extravaganza" will feature a selection of domestic and international wines paired with delicious cuisine. There will be opportunities to learn and enhance wine tasting and food-wine pairing skills. There will also be games and raffle items for guests to travel home with special featured wines and newfound knowledge for its pairing with yummy food. Tickets for this event will be $100, and will be on sale after church beginning April 3rd, and can be purchased from any member of the Vestry. Proceeds from the event will help supplement the church budget for the current fiscal year.
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Do You Know?
 What famous politician visited St. Patrick's Southeast Enrichment Center on April 5, 1968? Why was the visit cut short? Answer Follow this link to see archival pieces that answer this question. "Do You Knows" will appear all year in preparation for St. Patrick's Centennial Celebrations on October 29-30, 2011. |
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