St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

of Boca Grande, Florida

Thank You - Covered Dish Potluck Dinner

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the Covered Dish Potluck Dinner on Tuesday, March 25! We had a fantastic turnout, delicious food, and wonderful fellowship. Your generosity and participation made it a truly special evening. We appreciate you all!

Men's Breakfast with special guest Dr. Steve Madosky

Tuesday, April 8 @ 8:30 a.m.

Join us Tuesday April 8th at 8:30 a.m. for a meaningful Men’s Breakfast as we welcome “Dr. Steve” from Grief Share. He’ll be sharing valuable insights on how to support friends and loved ones through grief—what to say, what not to say, and how to truly be there when it matters most. You can sign up using the RSVP button below or the sign up sheet in the narthex.

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in compassion and wisdom.

Bring a friend!

Outreach News

Red Bag Ministry



FOR: Englewood Boys & Girls Club

WHEN: March 16 - April 6

The Englewood Boys & Girls Club provides after-school activities for school age children. They need a variety of items to support their program. A shopping list can be found below and in the Red Bags available today in the Church Narthex today. All bags/items must be returned to the Narthex by April 7. 

For more information, Janet Williams at 203-912-9730 or contact the church office at 941-964-2257.

• Storage Containers

(example pictured)

• Small, inexpensive items to use for prizes. For example: stickers, cute erasers, matchbox cars or other small toys.

• Craft items that can be used for such sun-catchers, friendship bracelets, etc. For example: beads, wire, yarn, ribbon, craft felt.

• Toys suitable for 4–5-year-olds including large-size Legos, floor puzzles, trucks, dolls, etc.

Boys & Girls Club

Easter Party - April 6

NEXT WEEK

St. Andrew’s will host an Easter Party for the Englewood Boys & Girls Club on Thursday, April 3. Since the club has no outdoor space, instead of the traditional Easter Egg Hunt, we will have a cupcake-decorating party. Volunteers should arrive by 3:00 p.m. to help with setup, and the children will arrive at 3:30 p.m. The children love extra adult attention, so the more, the merrier. A signup sheet is available in the narthex. For more information, Janet Williams at 203-912-9730 or contact the church office at 941-964-2257.



Bishop Doug Leads Us in Worship

Sunday, April 6

We are honored to welcome Bishop Doug Scharf to lead our worship on Sunday, April 6. On that same day, we are excited to celebrate a milestone in the life of our parish! After the service we will gather for a special coffee hour to honor longtime member, Edie Gardner. Edie will be 100 years old on April 15. We look forward to celebrating this incredible achievement with her and sharing in the joy of her centennial year.



Website Update ... we need your help

Celebrating Our Community

We Need Your Photos

As we embark on a new chapter with the search for a new Rector, we invite you to contribute your photos for our website update. Whether it’s a snapshot of a recent church event, a beautiful moment during a Sunday service, or the everyday interactions that make our community so special, your photos are a vital way of showcasing the heart and soul of our church. Our website serves as a welcoming space for those who are looking to connect with us. By sharing photos of our events, our church, and the people who make us wonderful, we can offer a glimpse into the warmth, love, and faith that define us. As we search for a new Rector, it’s important to highlight what makes us unique. Your contributions will help prospective candidates understand the heartbeat of our congregation and the richness of our shared faith journey. How to Share Your Photos ... Please submit your photos by emailing them to the church office. (mail@standrewsbocagrande.org)

The Fourth Sunday in Lent

Sunday, March 30, 2025

9:30 a.m.

To watch the service LIVE, click on the image below.

Click on the bulletin for the Order of Worship. To watch past services, click on the tab.

Studies @ St. Andrew's

Lenten Study

Tuesdays during Lent

at 4:30 p.m.

The Lenten Study has begun with Fr. Chris. We will meet for 2 more weeks using the book Being Christian, Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer written by Rowan Williams, the former Archbishop of Canterbury. Books are available through Amazon. The study will be in the Church on Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. This week we will be discussing the Bible.



Bible Study and Fellowship

Women's Bible Study

Chapter House

and on Zoom

Fridays at 10:00 a.m.

Questions about Women's Bible Study? Call ...

Anne Beatty (203) 858-5884 Mary Campbell (734) 516-8337 Ginny Bryant (203) 722-0786

St. Andrew's to host The Grande Chorus Concert

The Grande Chorus, who regularly practice in our facility, will be holding a free concert right here at our church! Join us on April 4 or 5 at 5:00PM for The Sensational Sixties!—a musical celebration of unforgettable hits. Come enjoy an evening of nostalgia, harmony, and great music. We hope to see you there! 🎶 Bring a friend!



Preparing for Easter Sunday

Enhance the beauty of our church this Easter by purchasing an Easter Lily! Lilies are $15 each, and all donors’ names will be listed in the Easter Bulletin. Order by Sunday, April 13, using the envelopes in this week’s Sunday Bulletin or by contacting the church office.

Thank you for your generosity in making our Easter celebration special!



Palm Sunday

April 13

8:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.

Maundy Thursday

April 17

5:00 p.m.

Good Friday

April 18

1:15p.m.

Boca Grande Community Stations of the Cross will begin at Our Lady of Mercy (Catholic Church) at Noon on Good Friday.

Easter Sunday

April 20

8:00 a.m. at 4th Street Beach Access (Bring Your Own Chair)

9:30 a.m. in our Church

Parishioner's Corner

Upcoming Birthdays and Anniversaries*

March 28

Mick & Kathy Aslin*

March 29

Cappy Powell

April 1

Ann Aikens

April 6

Jerry Tipper

April 7

Bobbie Allardyce

April 15

Edie Gardner - 100th Birthday!

April 21

Bruce Birgbauer

April 24

Ann Peterson

If you don't see your birthday or anniversary listed, please contact the church office to let us know. We'd love to be praying for you as you celebrate these important milestones!

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The events in blue are non-church functions.

Sunday, March 30

8:00 a.m. Worship Service

9:30 a.m. Worship Service

Monday, March 31

 8:30 a.m. A.A.

Tuesday, April 1

8:30 a.m. Men's Bible Study

4:30 p.m. Lenten Study

7:00 p.m. A.A.

Wednesday, April 2

4:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, April 3

8:30 a.m. A.A. (men)

9:30 a.m. A.A. (women)

2:00 p.m. Foreign Policy Group

Friday, April 4

10:00 a.m. Women's Bible Study

5:00 p.m. Grande Chorus Concert

Saturday, April 5

5:00 p.m. Grande Chorus Concert

Sunday, April 6

8:00 a.m. Worship Service

9:30 a.m. Worship Service with Bishop

Special Coffee Hour following 9:30 srv.

Monday, April 7

 8:30 a.m. A.A.

Tuesday, April 8

8:30 a.m. Men's Bible Study

4:30 p.m. Lenten Study

7:00 p.m. A.A.

Wednesday, April 9

4:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, April 10

8:30 a.m. A.A. (men)

9:30 a.m. A.A. (women)

2:00 p.m. Foreign Policy Group

Friday, April 11

10:00 a.m. Women's Bible Study

Saturday, April 12

9:00 a.m. Vestry Meeting

Pastoral Prayers

Military Prayers

Marie Allen

Dennis Berry

Shawn Peterson Cain

Dave Caldwell

Vera Chelnokov

Emily Clegg

Bob Corl

Hadley Cox

Gene Findlay

Jeffrey Fletcher

Tom & Bette Floyd

Kathy Gregg

Terrilynn Hulmutch

Jenna Larson

Kathy Litzinger

Larry Pardee

Bobby Parker

Maurice Price

Frankie Rediker

Gary Robinson

Pat Ryan

Amy Staples

Strazzulla Family

Peter Strong

Stephanie Vick

Ann White

Blaise Bess

Ben Constantinides

Colin Jackson

Karl Jackson

Anthony Kopp

Alex Lovo

Michael Manetti

Jonathan Prince

Renier van Breen