February 2008 Calendar   St. Mark's Episcopal Church Mystic, Connecticut

Most events are held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 15 Pearl Street, Mystic, CT 06355. Events held at other locations are emphasized by this font. Holy days and most secular holidays are noted this way. 1 Lent, for example, means the first Sunday in Lent.

Daily or weekly events, such as Morning Prayer, the Holy Eucharist at StoneRidge, are described in detail on the Description & Schedule Page, along with some monthly events such as the Healing Service.

February 5^th marks the return of the Quilters and Crafters who lovingly make items for the Christmas Bazaar. Lent begins early in 2008, with Ash Wednesday on the 6^th.

Updates:

• Bridging the Gap had inadvertently been left off the Calendar. Sorry!
• A 7 AM Ash Wednesday service has been added.
• The film The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe will be shown on Sunday the 10^th.
• The Lenten Dinners on the 13^th, 20^th, 27^th and March 5^th and 12^th will have discussions of topics suggested by the film.
• The theme of the Adult Forums on the 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, 24^th, and March 5^th and 12^th is Sowing Tears, Reaping Joy: The Bible and Brahms's Requiem.

Photos will be taken on Friday, February 15^th and Saturday the 16^th, with a make-up session on Tuesday, February 19^th. There is no charge! There are details below, after the February 2008 Calendar.

Mardi Gras Party - Saturday, February 2 at 6:30 PM

Don't throw away your Halloween costume - you can use it for St. Mark's Mardi Gras Party on Saturday, February 2 at 6:30 PM. Mardi Gras comes early this year and we are planning to make a fun night for the whole family. There will be a King Cake, plenty of food and games for all ages. Benefits Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality (MASH).

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Bridging the Gap - Five more Tuesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Bridge lessons and play to benefit St. Mark's mission in Haiti
January 15
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 19
February 26
March 4

Saint Mark's Bridging the Gap Bridge lessons and play returned in January for eight Tuesday afternoon sessions. David P. will offer bridge instruction and there will be plenty of opportunity to try your hands. New players and learners are welcome!

Please note that the location will vary, and the time may be changed.

Participants are asked to make a donation of $15 (for the whole series). All the money received will go to support our mission in Haiti. Talk to Tim E. or Barbara B. for more information.

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Pancake Supper - Shrove Tuesday, February 5 at 6:00 PM

Each year on Shrove Tuesday the men of the Parish cook and serve pancakes for supper in the Undercroft. So far, everyone has survived and enjoyed the meal and fellowship.

Everyone is welcome, parish family, guests, and friends. Visitors and newcomers are especially welcome!

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Bible Study - Thursdays, beginning at 8:00 AM

Blessed Is She: Living Lent with Mary
February 7
February 14
February 21
February 28
March 6
March 13
March 27

The Thursday morning Bible Study will read and discuss Tim Perry's book of meditations, Blessed Is She: Living Lent with Mary. Drawing primarily from the Gospel of Luke, Perry's spiritual reflections reveal a Lenten Mary who teaches us the meaning of discipleship.

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The Way of the Cross - Fridays in Lent, beginning at 6:00 PM

The Way of the Cross is a simple and moving Lenten remembrance of Jesus's journey to the cross. This observance was brought home by pilgrims to Jerusalem who had retraced Jesus's steps and found it extremely meaningful.

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Film: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - Sunday, February 10 at 3:00 PM

Based on the book by C. S. Lewis, the film is fun for all ages. It is a timeless fantasy, with creatures human and fanciful, not at all preachy, and true to the vision of the book. Andrew Adamson, who also directed the Shrek movies, stays away from a religious agenda and brings out the best from the young actors. Come and see Narnia, whether or not you've read the book.

The topics of discussion at this year's Lenten Dinners will be centered on the film. Be sure to see The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

Popcorn and soft drinks will be provided. Everyone is invited!

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Photo sessions for the Church Directory

Friday, February 15 from 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Saturday, February 16 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday, February 19 from 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM

It doesn't seem possible that it has been so many years since the last photo directory was published!

How often have you read a name in The Lion's Tale or heard it in conversation and thought "That name sounds familiar", but have not been able to connect the name with a face? Or how often have you met a fellow parishioner at the library, post office, or grocery store and realized that you didn't know the person's name?

Now you can solve both problems by participating in the 2008 Church Photo Directory. Just make an appointment to have your picture taken, spend a few minutes with the photographer, and receive a free 8 x 10 portrait and a free copy of the Church Photo Directory when it is published.

With modern technology, you will be able to see video "proofs" of your portraits immediately. If you want to purchase a portrait, there will be specially-priced packages available, but there will not be any pressure to make a purchase.

Remember, you're a part of the St. Mark's family, and we need your picture in the family album!

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Theology Sandwiched In - Tuesday, February 19 at 12:30 PM

The book for February is Father Melancholy's Daughter, a novel by Gail Godwin.

Don't forget to ask for your reading group discount at Bank Square Books (external Site).

Please bring your bag lunch; beverages will be provided.

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Seabury Deanery Meeting - Tuesday, February 26 at 7:00 PM

February's meeting is at St. Mark's

Seabury Deanery is an affiliation of Episcopal Churches in Southeastern Connecticut. Member churches include Saint Mark's Church in Mystic, St. David's Church in Gales Ferry (external Site), Grace Church in Yantic (external Site), Christ Episcopal Church in Norwich (external Site), Calvary Church in Stonington (external Site), St. James Church in New London (external Site), St. John's Church in Niantic (external Site), and St. James Church in Poquetanuck (external Site).

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World Day of Prayer - Friday, March 7 at 9:30 AM

The World Day of Prayer is held each year on the first Friday of March. This year the World Day of Prayer will be celebrated locally at Saint Mary, Mother of the Redeemer (external Site) in Groton. This year's service was written by the women of Guyana. There will be a social time after the service.

Good Friday Hunger Walk - Good Friday, March 21

This year the Hunger Walk will be approximately 10 kilometers, from Mystic Congregational Church (external Site), 43 East Main Street, Mystic to Old Mystic Baptist Church, 151 Shewville Road, Mystic. (WWW.MapQuest.Com [external Site] says it is about 6.3 miles round trip.)

This year the walkathon is specifically to help combat racism, with most of the proceeds going to benefit the poorest rural Blacks in the deep South.

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