From the Rector In the last weeks of Lent this year, I came across this sermon preached by St. John Chrysostom, Doctor of the Church and Archbishop of Constantinople. I share it with you today. It dates back to circa 400 A.D. but is as true and worthy of being heard today as it was then. It is the essence of our Easter celebration, and evidence of why John (347-407 A.D.) was given the surname Chrysostom, which means "golden-mouthed" in recognition of his eloquence in preaching. Easter blessings to all, Darcy+

The Easter Homily of John Chrysostom (reprinted from http://anglicansonline.org/special/Easter/chrysostom_easter.html)

Are there any who are devout lovers of God? Let them enjoy this beautiful bright festival! Are there any who are grateful servants? Let them rejoice and enter into the joy of their Lord! Are there any weary with fasting? Let them now receive their wages! If any have toiled from the first hour, let them receive their due reward. If any have come after the third hour, let him with gratitude join in the Feast! And he that arrived after the sixth hour, let him not doubt; for he too shall sustain no loss. And if any delayed until the ninth hour, let him not hesitate; but let him come too. And he who arrived only at the eleventh hour, let him not be afraid by reason of his delay. For the Lord is gracious and receives the last even as the first. He gives rest to him that comes at the eleventh hour, as well as to him that toiled from the first. To this one He gives, and upon another He bestows. He accepts the works as He greets the endeavor. The deed He honors and the intention He commends. Let us all enter into the joy of the Lord! First and last alike receive your reward; rich and poor, rejoice together! Sober and slothful, celebrate the day! You that have kept the fast, and you that have not, rejoice today for the Table is richly laden! Feast royally on it, the calf is a fatted one. Let no one go away hungry. Partake, all, of the cup of faith. Enjoy all the riches of His goodness! Let no one grieve at his poverty, for the universal kingdom has been revealed. Let no one mourn that he has fallen again and again; for forgiveness has risen from the grave. Let no one fear death, for the Death of our Savior has set us free. He has destroyed it by enduring it. He destroyed Hell when He descended into it. He put it into an uproar even as it tasted of His flesh.

Worship Schedule

Wednesdays: 12 noon—Eucharist

with anointing for healing 5 p.m.—Evening Prayer

during Lent

Sundays: 8 a.m.—Eucharist

10:30 a.m.—Eucharist with music

Church School and Nursery available at 10:30

A Publication of Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish

Chestertown, Maryland

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Isaiah foretold this when he said, "You, O Hell, have been troubled by encountering

Him below." Hell was in an uproar because it was done away with. It was in an uproar because it is mocked. It was in an uproar, for it is destroyed. It is in an uproar, for it is annihilated. It is in an uproar, for it is now made captive. Hell took a body, and discovered God. It took earth, and encountered Heaven. It took what it saw, and was overcome by what it did not see. O death, where is thy sting? O Hell, where is thy victory? Christ is Risen, and you, o death, are annihilated! Christ is Risen, and the evil ones are cast down! Christ is Risen, and the angels rejoice! Christ is Risen, and life is liberated! Christ is Risen, and the tomb is emptied of its dead; for Christ having risen from the dead, is become the first-fruits of those who have fallen asleep. To Him be Glory and Power forever and ever. Amen!

Ask the Vicar If you have a liturgical question, please send it to me at drdarcy.williams@gmail.com and I will do my best to answer it. Question: What is the role of the Worship Committee and who are the members? Answer: The Worship Committee serves as an advisory body to the Rector in matters of worship with the goal of working to provide meaningful worship experiences for all parishioners and visitors. The committee also helps to coordinate the various ministries and guilds that serve worship. If you have seen or participated in an Episcopal worship service elsewhere and would like to share any ideas with us, please contact one of the members of Emmanuel's Worship Committee: Julie Blyman, Sandy Bjork, Darlene Housley, Stephanie King, Edward Maxcy, Libby Rice, Bob Tyson, Avis Wheatley, Darcy Williams+. Question: Why is Confirmation considered to be important in the Episcopal Church? Answer: "The Episcopal Church's theology of Confirmation has continued to evolve along with its understanding of baptism. Confirmation is no longer seen as the completion of Christian initiation, nor is Confirmation a prerequisite for receiving communion. Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ's body the church (BCP, p. 298). Accordingly, Confirmation has been increasingly understood in terms of a mature, public reaffirmation of the Christian faith and the baptismal promises" (https://www.episcopalchurch.org). At the service of Confirmation, those who have been confirmed in another tradition by the "laying on of hands" may be received into the Episcopal Church, and those already confirmed or received in to the Episcopal Church may reaffirm their Christian faith and baptismal promises in the presence of the Bishop.

The Bishop is Coming! Sunday, April 29, 2018, the XI Bishop of Easton, The Rt. Rev. Santosh Marray will make his annual visitation to Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish! Please mark your calendars for this important day when we will welcome our bishop as celebrant and preacher at both services, and host him for a "Parish Conversation" between the services at 9 AM. Anyone, age 12 and above, who wishes to be confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church, and anyone who wishes to reaffirm their commitment to God in the Episcopal tradition should speak to Vicar Darcy as soon as possible. This is especially important for those who wish to be confirmed or received when the Bishop visits in late April this year.

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Did You Know. . . . . . that the first event in the celebration of the Diocese of Easton's 150th Anniversary will be held on May 5 at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Park and Museum near Cambridge, MD? For more information see the short article on page 7. . . . that Emmanuel has a gift certificate for one full campership, or two half-camperships for Camp Wright programs, Summer 2018? Go to the Camp Wright website at http://www.campwright.com/ to register and talk to Vicar Darcy if you are interested in this campership opportunity. . . . that there is a Diocese of Easton Middle & High School Mission Trip to Niagara Falls – Sunday, July 29nd to Friday, August 3rd, 2018? This trip is open to students graduating from the 5th grade in 2018 and older (including adults). Total Cost: $500 - $100 registration fee. To view more information go to: https://www.youthworks.com/trips/niagara-falls/ . . . that the website (https://dioceseofeaston.org/) of the Diocese of Easton has a link to Bishop San's blog, and to postings from the House of Bishops on Gun Violence?

Day of Reconciliation, May 5, 2018 at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Park and Museum

In the words of Bishop "Bud" Shand, Tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Easton and the chair of the 150th Anniversary Committee, "Our first diocesan-wide event to celebrate our Sesquicentennial will be held Saturday, May 5, 2018 at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park in Church Creek, Maryland. This event is linked to the celebration theme of 'Reconciliation.' We will reflect upon the ways in which we have harmed our neighbors, our environment and ourselves by things we have done and left undone. We hope that you will join us!"

A Eucharist of Reconciliation will be offered, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the outdoor pavilion adjacent to the museum. Visitors are encouraged to bring a beach or lawn chair, if possible. Our preacher for this service will be the Rev. Nancy Dennis, the pastor of the historic St. Stephen’s AME Church in Unionville, MD. After the service, a catered box lunch will be available, provided by Emily’s Produce of Cambridge. There will also be guided tours of the museum.

To read his letter addressed to "All Members and Friends of the Diocese", go to the link on the homepage of our website http://www.emmanuelchesterparish.org/ . There you will find a copy of the letter and the registration form. Copies of the letter and registration form will also be available in the Parish Hall, or you may call the Parish Office at 410-778-3477, and request that one be mailed to you. The information is also available on the diocesan website at https://dioceseofeaston.org/reconciliation150/. The registration deadline is April 10.

While We’re on the Subject...

Are you are interested in attending the Day of Reconciliation in Cambridge on May 5, but don’t want to drive? Well, then, we have good news for you. A bus, with seating for 20-25 people, has been reserved for those Emmanuelites who would like to attend.

Once you have sent your event registration form and check for $10 to the Diocese, due by April 10, call the Parish office at (410-778-3477) to reserve your seat on the bus. There will be a charge of $20 per person to help offset the cost of the bus and driver.

We need to have a final count of riders in-hand by Friday, April 13. Space is limited so don’t be left behind!

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DIOCESAN CONVENTION 2018 by Lynn McLain and Lisa Webb and presented at Sunday services on March 4, 2018

The 150th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Easton, held on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 23-24, was attended by Vicar Darcy, delegates Darlene Housley, Lynn McLain, alternate Lisa Webb (filling in for Libby Rice who was unable to attend), and alternate Elizabeth Hollomon, as well as by Nancy Dick and Sandy Bjork.

It was a time of worship and good fellowship with close to 200 people from all the parishes on the Eastern Shore. Clergy new to the diocese were introduced (including Deacon Loretta Collins for St. Luke's of Church Hill), and diocesan business was conducted through reports, elections, and votes on Canons and Resolutions.

Our own Art Leiby was reappointed as Diocesan Archivist; Darcy+ was elected as Secretary to the Standing Committee; Nancy Dick served as Secretary to the Convention and was also elected to serve on the Standing Committee, as was Rev. Mary Garner of St. Paul's, Centreville. Lisa Webb was elected to the Diocesan Council. The sermon for the opening Holy Eucharist was given by Bishop "Dan" Daniel, Interim Dean of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York, and formerly Bishop of the Diocese of East Carolina, where Bishop Marray served as his Assistant Bishop.

Bishop Daniel got our attention when he started his sermon stating that he "felt like a mosquito in a nudist colony." We didn't know where he was going with that, but then he added, he "knew what he had to do, he just didn't know where to begin."

Following the Convention theme of "Faith Redeeming Fate," and the guiding concepts for our 150th/sesquicentennial year of "Hope, Reconciliation, and Love," Bishop Daniel urged us to "grow in mercy as we walk with Jesus," and to: Hope: to have high expectations. EXPECT great things from God. Remember that the Church should see itself as a little Coast Guard rescue boat that may be capsized in

rough waters now and then but will right itself over and over again. To ATTEMPT all things, by working to promote justice, reconciliation, forgiveness, and community. Keep trying, especially after we suffer setbacks.

OFFER all things, so that, through us, we can extend God's love to others by going out to tell them we know a place where they are welcome, not only those who look like us or think like us, but everyone.

Bishop Marray's address Friday afternoon echoed these themes and used as his text John 30:35, "By this everyone will know we are his disciples." The Bishop spoke of the gathering of diocesan leadership at Wye Parish last April, where the group reaffirmed our Diocesan identity as a "Prayer-centered church and a Mission-shaped diocese" with the mission to "Welcome all, share Jesus' love, and serve the world."

From the ten discernment resolutions adopted in 2015, the Wye Mills group extracted ten" Ministry Imperatives," including "congregational vitality and viability" and "intergenerational ministry." Bishop San also spoke of other diocesan initiatives, including the creation of a School for Vocational Diaconal Formation.

Three big events are planned during this 150th year, to which we are all invited: Saturday, May 5th, under the theme of "Reconciliation," a tour of the Harriet Tubman Museum and a

Reconciliation Eucharist; Saturday, October 7th, under the theme of "Hope," a harvest festival at Camp Wright for all ages; March 2nd and 3rd, 2019, the 151st Diocesan Convention when Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will be

our guest celebrant and preacher.

Each parish is challenged to write its history to be included in a special 150th anniversary book, and also, between May 5 and October 7, to find 150 ways to show and share God's love.

The Treasurer of the Diocese reported that we are on solid fiscal ground, having had a great income from endowments due to the favorable stock market, a reduction of operating expenses, and an increase to 92% of all parish apportionments being met.

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continued from page 4…. At the banquet Friday night, Bishop Marray presented several awards, culminating in the highest award, the Bishop's Distinguished Service award, given to Nancy Dick in recognition of her many years of outstanding service to the diocese, not only as 7-time deputy to General Convention, but also for service on Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, and Commission on Ministry. Well deserved!

After dinner Julia Zahn, Interim Director of Camp Wright, reported that there were over 1,500 children registered last summer, including a STEM camp and Camp Agape for children of incarcerated parents. In addition, the dining hall has been winterized and may be used for parish events. Children's Home Foundation gives many scholarships to Camp Wright and also to Horizons.

Youth Missioner Nivek Johnson spoke about the field trips, STEM camp, other adventures and leadership work with over 80 children in Agape Ministries this past year. Agape needs volunteers -- 3 more from Northern and Middle Convocations for the Committee, as well as occasional volunteers to be drivers, chaperones, kitchen helpers, and Christmas party helpers. For more information, contact Nivek at 410-643-5291 or Youth@ccpki.org. We also heard from five students from the University of Delaware who completed a capstone project working with Diocesan Communications Director Joanne Fisher.

Saturday morning worship was led by dozens of energetic children and teenagers and was followed by three workshops, another brief business session, and closing prayers.

The workshops were: "The Future of Servant Leadership in the Diocese of Easton." at which members of the Commission on

Ministry provided a history of the diaconal ministry and discussed the plans for a Diocesan Deacon School to train people locally.

"Reconciliation -- Love and Hope'" was intended to "bring together descendants of those who were once enslaved with descendants of those who once owned/enslaved others." It was led by a facilitator from the organization "Coming to the Table" which helps groups and individuals discuss and better understand their own and others' thoughts, feelings, and concerns about race.

"Church Beyond the Walls: The New Envisioning of Missional Ministry in the Diocese of Easton." Led by the Rev. Dr. Barbara Anne Fisher, this group discussed the differences and interconnectedness of outreach, evangelism, and mission. Barbara Anne+, the new Missioner for Church Beyond the Walls is prepared to help parishes.

Can You Help?

During the first two weeks of June 2018, The National Music Festival will celebrate its eighth season of presenting world class celebrations of music and providing arts education and entertainment in Chestertown. Music apprentices from around the world will come to Chestertown to participate in this annual event, tuition free. They will live and work together to present over 35 concerts during the two weeks period they are in town. Sandy Ryon, Chair of the Board of Directors of the NMF, is seeking folks who would be willing to host one or two of the attendees this summer. If you have a guest bedroom and are willing to be a NMF host, please contact Sandy for more information at slryon99@gmail.com, or 410-778-4238.

In Case of a Pastoral Emergency In case of a Pastoral Emergency, please call the Parish Office at 410-778-3477. If no one is available to take your call, you will be directed to press 3. Your call will be transferred to Vicar Darcy's phone, or to the person on call if she is out of town.

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Music Notes

The halls will be alive with music at Emmanuel over the next few months. Please mark your calendars and join us for as many of these programs as you can. Tickets will be available at the door for all performances. Friday evening, April 13, 7:30 PM will mark the first time Parker Ramsay has performed in the Emmanuel Concert Series. Parker is known internationally as one of the most accomplished and versatile musicians of his generation. Hailed by BBC Music Magazine as a “model of intelligence” and the New York Times as “playing with verve,” Parker Ramsay maintains an active solo career on three instruments: harp, organ and harpsichord. He has performed in prestigious venues in Paris, London, Amsterdam. Bejing, Seoul, Philadelphia and New York City. At age seventeen, Parker was awarded the organ scholarship at King’s College, Cambridge where he served under the direction of Stephen Cleobury. In addition to his work as a performer, he works as a staff writer for VAN Magazine (Berlin) and keeps a blog, Harping On: Thoughts from a Recovering Organist. Saturday evening, April 14, 7:30 PM will bring the Jasper String Quartet to Emmanuel as part of the National Music Festival's Resonance Chamber Music series. Sunday afternoon, April 22, 4 PM will bring a return performance by WACappella, the student- led a cappella group from Washington College. This group of talented young performers will present a concert, the proceeds from which will go to support the Emmanuel lunch program for WC student workers and National Music Festival mentors and mentees. Friday evening, May 4, 7:30 PM will bring world renowned organist Ken Cowan back to Emmanuel for his twenty-third appearance in the Emmanuel Concert series. Ken is regarded as one of North America’s finest concert organists. Praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique and imaginative programming by audiences and critics alike, he maintains a rigorous performing schedule which takes him to major concert venues and churches in America, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Ken received the Master’s degree and Artist Diploma from the Yale School of Music/Institute of Sacred Music, studying organ with Thomas Murray. Prior to attending Yale, he graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree from the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia where he studied with John Weaver. In 2012 Mr. Cowan joined the keyboard faculty of the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University as Associate Professor and head of the organ program.

About the Ordination Process

In the Christmas 2017 edition of the Eastern Shore Episcopalian the Rev. Michael Moyer, Chair of the Commission on Ministry, wrote: "Now that Bishop Marray's episcopate has been established for more than a year, he has decided to open the ordination process for those called to both the Vocational Diaconate and the Priesthood."

If you have been feeling a sense of call to the Vocational Diaconate or to the Priesthood, please make an appointment to talk with Vicar Darcy.

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Seeking Volunteers

Have you ever thought about becoming more involved in the worship services at Emmanuel? Have you ever wondered about how we select the people to read the lessons or lead the intercessions on Sunday mornings or what's involved in setting the altar for our services of Holy Eucharist? If so, wonder no more! Lectors and Intercessors are members of the congregation who have volunteered to read in church at worship services. You do not have to be a skilled public speaker to serve, merely have a desire to participate and share in our common ministry. Lectors and Intercessors are scheduled for Sunday service by our Parish Secretary, Laura Kaufmann. Lectors read the lessons from the Old and New Testaments and lead the Psalms. Intercessors lead the Prayers of the People. Each week Laura emails (or snail mails, if requested) a reminder to everyone scheduled to participate in Sunday's services. She includes a copy of the lessons appointed for the day. If you would like to be a part of this important ministry, please let Vicar Darcy know, or call the Parish Office. At Emmanuel, the Altar Guild is looking for two or three more individuals to become part of this important ministry. Team members serve together for a week approximately once every five to six weeks during the year. The Rt. Rev. Henry Nutt Parsley, Jr. once wrote, "The beauty of God’s altar, lovingly tended by Altar Guild members day after day, across the church, gives us glimpses of that same joy for which we were created. The joy of God. It is easy to forget in your day to day duties, but to be on the Altar Guild is to be part of something big. You help us know the beauty and joy of God that keeps us going, that keeps us loving and serving, until we see face to face." Please contact Vicar Darcy, Bob Tyson, or Altar Guild chair George Barnum if you would like to join the Altar Guild.

Emmanuel Church Receives the Washington College President's Medal

During the Washington's Birthday Convocation held at Washington College on February 23, 2018, Emmanuel Church was honored to receive the President's Medal for 2018. According to the college, "this award is given to an individual or organization with an exemplary record of sustained and acknowledged contribution to the quality of life in Chestertown, Kent County, and Washington College. The successful candidates demonstrate service to their fellow human beings and these contributions have exerted a wide-ranging and positive influence upon the greater community." Emmanuel was chosen to receive this year's award in recognition of its outstanding service to the community: "With an emphasis on education, environmental stewardship, and inclusiveness, Emmanuel strives to be a positive force in Chestertown and the wider world." Among the many outreach activities listed were: feeding the Washington College student workers and the National Music Festival mentors and mentees for two weeks each summer for the past 6 years, offering homework help to students in a no-cost afterschool help program, opening our doors to support various community organizations and events, as well as providing over $50,000 in monetary donations to various groups during 2017. Vicar Darcy and Senior Warden Sandra Bjork were on hand to accept the award which is now on display in the Narthex of the church.

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Sunday School Update by Jenny Lee

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” ~ Benjamin Franklin One of my goals for Sunday School is to get the kids as involved and hands-on as they can with each story. After telling the story of David and Goliath on the felt board, we made a nine-foot tall drawing of Goliath, and worked together to draw his armor. He was quite ferocious! Red, angry eyes, a sharp sword, and pink and purple boots because he wasn’t going to let anybody tell him how to dress! Then the kids played the part of David, and tried to knock down the giant with their stones made of socks. I know who I want on my dodgeball team, with some of those arms! The other week we used the felt board to learn the story of loaves and fishes when Jesus fed 5,000 people with only five loaves of bread and two small fishes. To make the story come alive, we made bread and shaped it into fishes and smiling faces—and princesses, and turtles, and some other creative shapes. Speaking of baking, our high schoolers are amazing chefs—for Shrove Tuesday, they cooked up a true feast of pancakes, casseroles, and more. And the younger students were amazing helpers at decorating and at clearing tables. Their hard work helped raise money for our Lenten “Give Change to Make a Change” initiative, which is going to be donated to Stop Hunger Now. (Information about this initiative can be found at www.riseagainsthunger.org.) Coming up, students will learn about the Last Supper. We have created a cardboard cutout of Da Vinci’s painting, with cutouts for the faces so the kids can become the characters in the story. On Easter, we will have an Easter Egg hunt.

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“Emmanuel, What in the World Have You Been Doing?”

“Working to feed others, body and soul.”

“Praying with our brothers and

sisters, that all may be made

whole.”

“Working to improve the lives

of those around us.” “Worshipping God, and

teaching our children

about God’s love.”

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Calendar Highlights

April Sunday, April 1, Easter Sunday: Holy Eucharist at 8 and 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, April 5, 2 p.m.: Heron Point Eucharist

Saturday, April 7, 8 a.m.—12:30 p.m.: Kappa Sigma’s Pancakes for Prostate Research breakfast

Friday, April 13, 7:30 p.m.: Organ Concert featuring Parker Ramsay

Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m.: National Music Festival presents the Jasper String Quartet in concert. For more information, go to www.nationalmusic.us

Sunday, April 15, 12 noon—2 p.m.: Vestry meeting, following Coffee Hour

Wednesday, April 18, 7:30 a.m.: Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s Breakfast

Thursday, April 19, 10 a.m.—8 p.m.: Garden Club Flower Mart set-up

Friday, April 20, 8 a.m.—2 p.m.: Garden Club’s Flower Mart 4 p.m.: Finance Committee meeting

Sunday, April 29, both services: Bishop Marray’s Annual Visitation

May

Friday, May 4, 7:30 p.m.: Organ Concert featuring Ken Cowan

Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m.: Day of Reconciliation at Harriet Tubman Center, Cambridge

Thursday, May 10, 6 p.m.: Ascension Evensong

Wednesday, May 16, 7:30 a.m.: Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s breakfast

Saturday, May 19, 9 a.m.—3 p.m.: Safeguarding God’s Children training, Bray House, Easton

Sunday, May 20, 12 noon—2 p.m.: Vestry meeting 4 p.m.: Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble concert—free admission

Every Week

In Stitches—Meets each Monday at 2 p.m. See Sunday Announcements for the location.

Bible Study—Each Wednesday at 11 a.m.

Mid-day Eucharist with Anointing for Healing—Each Wednesday at noon; the service lasts about 30 minutes.

Yoga—Each Wednesday in the Parish Hall from 5 to 7 p.m. There is a nominal fee.

Alcoholics Anonymous—Meets each Thursday evening, 8 p.m., in the Parish Hall.

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Flower Memorials, Parish Cycle of Prayer

April May

Sunday, April 1 (W) Easter Sunday

Flowers: Easter Memorials

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Barbara Fertig; Rachel Field+; Suzanne Fischer; Karen & Richard Fitzgerald; and Theodosia Fitzgerald Wed., April 4 (W) NO NOON EUCHARIST Sunday, April 8 (W) Easter II

Flowers: Easter Memorials

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Joan Flaherty; Edith Foley; Bob Fordi; and Herb Friedman

Wed., April 11 (W) George Augustus Sawyer

Sunday, April 15 (W) Easter III

Flowers: Edward T. Tait

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Ethel Gates; Pat & Doug Gates; Donna & Tony Gibbons-Neff; and Liza, Joe, Lizzy, & Will Goetz

Wed., April 18 (W) Alphege (o) Sunday, April 22 (W) Easter IV

Flowers: Robert Darlington Hoopes

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Lisa, Sal, Denis, & Matthew Grande; Kerry, Gary, Alyann, Natalie, & Holly Grant; Edith Grassi; and Dan Gross+

Wed., April 25 (R) Mark, the Evangelist

Sunday, April 29 (W) Easter V—Bishop’s Visitation

Flowers: For those newly confirmed and received by Bishop Marray.

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Meg & Leif Gulbrandsen; Sally & Pres Harding; Nancy & Fred Harding; and Sally Haynsworth, Andrew, Molly, & Jackie Grafton

Wed., May 2 (W) Athaanasius Sunday, May 6, (W) Easter VI

Flowers: Anne Gray Daly

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Elizabeth & Brad Hollomon; Samantha Hollomon; Vee Holt; & Joan & Elmer Horsey

Wed., May 9 (W) Gregory of Nazianzus

Sunday, May 13 (W) Easter VII

Flowers: Sarah E. , Ada W., Audrey K., Anna M., & Carrie E. Schreiber, Grace R. Bowser, and Elizabeth Heinzman

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Darlene Housley; Eloise Hudson & Diana Hohensee; and Peggy Huffman

Wed., May 16—No Noon Eucharist Sunday, May 20 (R) Pentecost

Flowers: Robert Mark Tyson & Nina Fischer

Parish Cycle of Prayer: John Huntington; Peggy Hupfeldt; and Mary Hutchison

Wed., May 23 (G) Nicolaus Copernicus & Johannes Kepler

Sunday, May 27 (W) Trinity Sunday

Flowers: Bill Smith, and Olin & Jean Smith

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Polly Ill; Jackie Ira; and Leon Irish

Wed., May 30 (W) Joan of Arc

Sunday, June 3 (G) Pentecost II

Flowers: Margaret Newcomer & Morris Keene Barroll, Waldo Newcomer Barroll, and Ann Athey & David Oakley Vanderpoel Barroll

Parish Cycle of Prayer: Andy & Craig Jackson; Sandra Willett Jackson; and Molly, Jimmy, Meg, & Paige Judge Notes: Uppercase letters in parentheses indicate

liturgical colors: B=black, BL=blue, G=green, R=red, LA=Lenten array,

P=purple, W=white The letter “o” indicates that a saint’s feast is being observed on this date, rather than the date usually appointed.

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Staff:

The Reverend F. Darcy Williams, Rector

Stephanie King, Director of Music

and Choirmaster

G. Robert Tyson, Choirmaster Emeritus

Avis Wheatley, Organist

Laura Kaufmann, Parish Secretary

Sue Byerly, Financial Assistant

Melvin Thompson, Sexton

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Barbara Belden (2019)

Craig Jackson (2019)

Ellen Stevenson (2019)

Helen Billings (2020)

Darlene Housley (2020)

Bill Webb (2020)

George Barnum (2021)

Jim Block (2021)

Susan Roberson (2021)

Parish Officers:

Sandra Bjork, Senior Warden

Thomas Mack, Jr., Junior Warden

Roger Brown, Treasurer

William R. Russell, Jr. Treasurer Emeritus

Penny Block Registrar