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FROM THE RECTOR:
Dear Parishioners and Friends of St James’,
Have you made ongoing Christian education part of your Lenten discipline?
Even though it’s raining today, the Great Hall and Church are warm and dry for our Wednesday evening program. Lauren Hehmeyer, a St. James’ parishioner and history professor at Texarkana College, is offering a three part series on Wednesday nights in Lent. “What a Christian Needs to Know: Islam (Feb 21), Hinduism (Feb 28), and Buddhism (March 7). Why does that Hindu god have so many arms? Why do Muslims travel to Mecca? Was Buddha a real person? Your questions will finally be answered!
Yours with every blessing,
Rev. Douglas Anderson, Rector
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WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THIS WEEK
WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT SAINT JAMES':
Low Mass at 5:30pm
Supper at 6:00pm— chicken fajitas and all the trimmings
Classes, activities and adult choir at 6:30pm.
FRIDAY NOON STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
12:05 Noon in the Church
THE SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT:
25 February AD 2018
Low Mass at 8am.
Christian Education for all ages at 9 am.
Sung Mass at 10am.
Nursery provided from 9am onwards.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND ITEMS OF PARTICULAR NOTE
A WORD ABOUT PANHANDLERS. Being a downtown church, from time to time, panhandlers may approach you after Mass, looking for money. In such a case, it is best that you refer them to the clergy. We have the ability to respond to their needs in an appropriate way, and oftentimes can identify those whom we have already helped. St James’ gives generously to those in need in our community, but it is best that we do this in a systematic way.
EYC NEWS: Spring Schedule
Saturday, March 10- Day trip to Queen Wilhemena 8am to 6:30pm. More Details to follow.
Sunday March 25-stuff Easter eggs/movie night 4:30-6:30.
CANCELLATION. Due to a change in the Bishop’s schedule, Pub Theology, originally set for Saturday, February 28th has been cancelled. We are working on a new date.
Explore! Anglican Essentials. Are you interested in exploring what it means to be an Anglican Christian? This is our annual inquirer’s class for those considering (there is no obligation) membership at St James’ and Confirmation / Reception into the Anglican Communion, and refresher for everyone else! We will begin on Sunday, March 18th (Lent I) in the Great Hall at 9am.
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PARISH NOTICES
CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK:
Nick Williamson, Caroline Purtle (18), Cecile VanZandt (22), Bob Torrans (23), Shari Keller (24).
CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES:
None Listed
WEEKLY HOUSEHOLD PRAYERS:
Pam McCoy
REST ETERNAL.
Rest Eternal grant unto them, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon them.
Anniversaries of death falling this week:
Margaret Burge, 2006; Nancy Wheeler, 2001; Peggy Kososki, 2014.
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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION NOTICES
CAMP ALL SAINTS’, the Diocese of Dallas summer camp is an affordable, Christian summer opportunity for children of all ages. More information can be found here: http://www.campallsaints.com/summercampschedule/parent-information-letter.html
Scholarships may be available. Please speak to the Rector.
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PARISH GROUPS AND ACTIVITIES
THE FLOWER DONOR CHART is in the Narthex (porch) to sign-up to give flowers in memory or in thanksgiving of a loved one, or you may call or e-mail Martha Bean at 903-547-6911 – e-mail wpmvb@windstream.net . The cost is still just $35 per donor, per Sunday. What a great way to honor or remember those who are important in our lives!
THE ROSARY GROUP meets on Tuesdays at 10am to pray the “Bible on a String.” Come join us. For more information, contact Lova at lova@cableone.net
THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING is an Order for Episcopal women founded in 1885. We are a prayer and service group who meets once a month. We regularly take part in worship, study, and aid our Clergy as asked. If you are interested in more about us, please call or e-mail Lova Wile (903-832-2533 lova@cableone.net ), Tammy Cowdery (903-277-2148 cowdery@txkusa.org ), or Gail Crisp (903-838-0942 gjcrisp@cableone.net )
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