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Lenten Activities for 2012 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Lent began on Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2012 and lasts through Good Friday, April 6, 2012.
Shrove Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 6:00 PM – Pancake Supper
Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2012
There was the usual Holy Eucharist at StoneRidge at 10:30 AM. There was a 7:00 PM Holy Eucharist service in the Sanctuary at St. Mark's also. Ashes were imposed at both services. The Episcopal tradition is for each person to decide for themselves whether they wish to receive ashes.
The 2012 Lenten Programs at St. Mark's Episcopal Church include four special activities:
- Body, Mind, and Spirit – Bible Study
- The Way of the Cross (also known as the Stations of the Cross)
- God's Mission and Our Ministry: Claiming Our Ministry in God's World – Adult Forum
- Food for Body and Soul: Soup, Salad, and Soulful Conversation
The 2012 Holy Week and Easter schedule is listed below. Also listed are other local Episcopal Lenten activities.
Bible Study – Thursdays during Lent, beginning at 8:00 AM
February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Body, Mind, and Spirit
Please join the Thursday morning Bible Study as we explore the connections between our physical, spiritual, mental, and social selves in these discussions into modern science, faith, and healing practice using audio clips from the Public Radio show On Being, with Krista Tippett. Topics include yoga, stress, and finding balance.
The Way of the Cross – Fridays during Lent, beginning at 6:00 PM
On Fridays during Lent we walk The Way of the Cross (also known as the Stations of the Cross), a simple and moving Lenten remembrance of Jesus's journey to the cross.
The Adult Forum – Sunday February 26, March 4, 11, 18, 25 at 9 AM
God's Mission and Our Ministry: Claiming Our Ministry in God's World
Our Lenten Adult Forum Series is a chance to explore the ministry of the Church, the Parish, and individual Christians as we work together to further God's mission of reconciliation.
| Schedule from February 26, 2012 through March 25, 2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The Adult Forum begins at 9:00 AM each Sunday morning. | |||
| February 26, 2012 | Who Are the Ministers of the Church? | The answer you already know and why it's important | The Rev. Ellen Tillotson |
| March 4, 2012 | Partnership in Mission and Ministry | Building Benches for the Lord | Doug Barrett, Tim Evers, Giacomo Roberts, Greg Roberts, Fr. Mark Santucci |
| March 11, 2012 | Ministry and Story | Listening and Wondering in the Church | Godly Play Instructors |
| March 18, 2012 | Ministry Together | Being the Church in New Ways | The Rev. Canon Audrey Scanlon, Canon to the Bishops for Mission Collaboration |
| March 25, 2012 | Ministry from the Center | The Rhythm of the Spirit in Our Lives as Ministers | The Rev. Mark Santucci |
Food for Body & Soul – Wednesdays during Lent, beginning on February 29 at 6:00 PM
February 29, March 7, 14, 21, and 28
Windows into the Light: A Lenten Journey of Stories and Art
Soup, Salad, and Soulful Interaction
This year's Food for Body and Soul on Wednesday evenings during Lent feature a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread followed by discussion of the scripture passage for the week. A narrative will expand on the themes introduced by the scripture. Exercises following the narratives are simple (mostly collage exercises using different techniques) and accessible to a wide audience.
| Schedule from February 29, 2012 through March 28, 2012 | |
|---|---|
| The Adult Forum begins at 9:00 AM each Sunday morning. | |
| February 29, 2012 | Mark 1:9-13 |
| March 7, 2012 | Mark 8:31-38 |
| March 14, 2012 | John 2:13-22 |
| March 21, 2012 | John 6:4-15 |
| March 28, 2012 | John 12:20-33 |
2012 Holy Week and Easter Schedule
| April 2, 2012 through 8, 2012 | ||
|---|---|---|
| * A prayer vigil will be kept from 9 PM Maundy Thursday until noon on Good Friday. Please consider helping to keep this vigil. | ||
| Monday, April 2, 2012 | 7:00 AM | Holy Eucharist |
| 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer | |
| Tuesday, April 3, 2012 | 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer |
| 12:00 Noon | Holy Eucharist | |
| Wednesday, April 4, 2012 | 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer |
| 10:30 AM | Holy Eucharist at StoneRidge | |
| Maundy Thursday, April 5, 2012 | 9:00 AM | Morning Prayer |
| 6:00 PM | Holy Eucharist Parish Supper follows | |
| 9:00 PM | Prayer Vigil begins * | |
| Good Friday, April 6, 2012 | 12:00 Noon | Liturgy for Good Friday |
| 6:00 PM | The Way of the Cross | |
| Easter Eve, Saturday, April 7, 2012 | 7:30 PM | The Great Vigil of Easter |
| Easter Sunday, April 8, 2012 | 8:00 AM | Holy Eucharist |
| 10:00 AM | Holy Eucharist Easter Egg Hunt followed | |
2012 Lenten Activities at Other Episcopal Churches in Seabury Deanery
Lenten Luncheons – Mondays in Lent, 2012
Calvary Episcopal Church, Stonington, Connecticut
February 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26
Snow date: The next day.
Noonday prayer begins at 11:45 AM in the church. Luncheon is served from 12 Noon until 1:30 PM. The suggested donation for adults is $10.00; there is no charge for children under six.
Luncheons are served in the Calvary Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 33 Church Street, Stonington Borough.
For more information please visit Calvary-Stonington.Org.
Lenten Fish and Chips Fellowship Dinners – Fridays in Lent, 2012
St. James' Episcopal Church, Poquetanuck, Connecticut
February 24, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
For the 47th consecutive year, the community at St. James' Poquetanuck will be hosting the Friday Lenten Fish and Chips Dinners. You will have your choice of fried or baked fish, accompanied by fries (or not), the famous coleslaw, and desserts that are 100% home made. A variety of beverages is also served. The prices are $9.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors, $5.00 for children under 12. There is no charge for preschool-age children to enjoy the fish & chips.
The tradition of having each week celebrate a specific theme continues; everyone is invited to get into the spirit.
- February 24 – President's Day
- Honor those who have served as presidents by donning some red, white, and blue. Patriotic music will be featured.
- March 2 – Bonnie McPadden Birthday Celebration
- Bonnie McPadden, St. James' most senior parishioner, celebrates her 95th birthday today; she was born on this date in 1917. Recorded music of the era of Bonnie's birth will be featured ("Over There", "K-K-K-K-Katy", "How You Gonna Keep 'Em Down on the Farm", for example).
- March 9 – Honoring the Girl Scouts of America
- Girl Scouts officially celebrate their 100th anniversary on March 12. In 1943, St. James' Church established its Troop 75, three scouting groups meet at St. James', and several scouts support the Fish and Chip Dinners by serving at table. Recorded music of scouting songs will be featured.
- March 16 – St. Patrick's Day
- Plan on wearing the green and appropriate Irish-related garb or paraphernalia. Entertainment will feature Celtic music by Mike LaFleur, Keith Buck, Peter Leibert, and friends.
- March 23 – Spring Theme
- While it may be hard to envision, spring is just around the corner. The fifth week of fish and chips celebrates this hope of spring. Feel free to sport rain gear or spring attire.
- March 30 – March Madness
- A year ago, both UConn teams performed amazingly well. This year will be a challenge, especially for the men. Come sporting your favorite team attire and bring souvenirs of your favorite team. Recorded Sports Mix Music will be provided for your entertainment.
For more information please visit WWW.StJamesPoquetanuck.CTdiocese.Org.
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