Jesus said, "I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:27-30 | |
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Dear friends,
This week's gospel reading is a continuation of Jesus' Sermon on the Plain. He calls us to love our enemies, to give all that we have without expecting something in return. We bristle...
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Rev. Nancy 978-369-3715 ext. 12
Rev. Christopher 978-369-3715 ext. 14
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COMMUNION WAFERS - Let us know if you need them and we will arrange for pick up or drop off.
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Notice is hereby given of a special Meeting of Trinity Episcopal Church, Concord, Massachusetts in the Diocese of Massachusetts, to be held in person on Sunday, February 27th, 2022 at approximately 11:00am. (immediately following the service at 10:00am).
This meeting is called in accordance with the by-laws of the parish for the purpose of electing a new Treasurer. The nominee for Treasurer is Gresh Lattimore.
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Children's Chapel meets in the Parish Hall at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Using simpler language, children worship in a similar format as the Service of Holy Eucharist: Confession & Absolution, the Invitatory, the Psalter, Song of Praise, A Lesson (their “sermon”), the Creed, Prayers for Ourselves & Others, the Lord’s Prayer and Collect. They join their families in the sanctuary for the Holy Eucharist.
The lesson portion focuses on the Jesus parables. We alternate between:
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Godly Play which engages children with our sacred stories
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Learning to Use My Bible which gives children practice finding and reading the parable in the Bible, and responding through puppetry or skits.
Schedule: Church School is offered on the first three Sundays of each month so join us tomorrow, Feb. 20; on 4th and 5th Sundays children worship with their families.
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Tuesday March 1 Palm Burning and Prayers at 7 pm on Elm Street porch; A chance to see friends outdoors, in person, and begin Lent
Wednesday, March 2 Ash Wednesday services 7 am in the Chapel and 7 pm in Church/live streamed.
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Living Well Through Lent 2022
This 80-page daily devotional provides a foundation for seeking a deeper experience of Lent; an experience that will help prepare us for the true meaning of Easter.
Please pick up one from the Narthex or from outside the church office* next time you're at Trinity, or call Beth (978) 369-3715 x. 10 to have one mailed to you.
*Office hours are Tuesday through Fridays 9am-5pm.
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Are you a social media maven?
Do you have experience with web design?
Do you have thoughts on how Trinity should present itself digitally?
If so, please reach out to Rev. Christopher to join a group of people discerning how to best move Trinity forward in the digital world.
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Building JOY! Trinity day at our Habitat house is March 19th!
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell is our ministry partner in building and repairing affordable homes for new members of our community. If you’re 18 or older, please sign up to volunteer for our building day at 970 Main Street in Concord.
Please sign up on the sign-up form by following this link Once you have signed up, please fill out the waivers attached to the sign up and bring them with you for your shift.
If you would like to help out with anything else, i.e., helping to water and feed workers, donate furnishings, offer additional services to the new residents, please contact Marc Ubaldino.
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The Concord (Central Middlesex) Chapter of the Compassionate Friends (TCF) Bereaved Parents, which prior to Covid-19, met at Trinity Episcopal Church, is continuing to meet on Zoom. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, March 1, 2022. TCF meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month, from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. TCF meetings are facilitated by volunteer bereaved parents, and are intended for parents who have lost children to meet and support one another. If you or someone you know has lost a child (of any age) and might want to join this meeting, please contact the facilitator, Elizabeth Barnett, at 781-861-9979 for more information.
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If you would like to receive the Vestry minutes every month, please contact Beth in the church office
(978) 369-3715. She will email or snail mail them to you.
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SUNDAY
8 am - Rite 1 Eucharist in the Chapel
10 am - Rite 2 Eucharist in the Main Church
5 pm - Evening Prayer in the Chapel - First Sunday of the month-next up March 6
Bulletin for 10 am
Virtual Coffee Hour 11 Virtual Coffee Hour 11 am (Zoom)
Ushers Needed. Sign up Sign up HERE
A simple way to serve when you plan to be at church in person. Please consider being that welcoming face for each other and visitors on Sundays.
WEDNESDAY
Noonday Prayer link & Ask the Preacher/lectionarypage.net happens
every Wednesday at noon via Zoom and is an offering of care and community for everyone. This is an intimate gathering for prayer and conversation with this week's preacher and fellow parishioners. Come for prayer and then stay to talk about the upcoming Scriptures for Sunday.
THURSDAY
Healing Prayer meets via Zoom on Thursdays from 7:00-8:30 pm. All are welcome to join. Please contact Trinity@trinityconcord.org for Zoom link.
ANY DAY
Compline Link
End your day with this beautiful service of prayer. Pre-recorded so you have it available whenever you want it for you and your family.
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Special Parish Meeting - Sunday, Feb. 27 at 11 am in the Main Church to elect our new Treasurer.
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Burning of Palms - Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at 7 pm on the Elm St. Porch. A chance to see friends outdoors, in person, and begin Lent
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Ash Wednesday - Wednesday, March 2, 2022 7 am in the Chapel and 7 pm in the Church
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Trinity Town Hall - Tuesday, March 22 @ 7 pm via Zoom. Come and learn and share with us about Parish Care.
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See what else is happening at Trinity on the Church Calendar
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