St Andrews
Newsletter
Lenten Edition
Easter Flower Donations
The time has come for Easter flower donations. These can come in the form of money to purchase flowers, or in providing lilies, tulips, or other spring flowering plants (primroses, pansies etc.). There are forms at the back of the church and on the bulletin board across from the kitchen. Please talk to Suzanne Hierholzer about any questions.
Dinner with the Bishop
The Vestry will also be hosting a casual dinner for the parish with Bishop LaBelle on Saturday, April 5th at 6 pm, featuring clam chowder, minestrone soup, and bread rolls. A sign up for those who would like to attend, as well as one for those who can help with set up and clean up or provide salad or dessert, will be available after service and on the bulletin board across from the kitchen. Also, please note when planning food: Bishop LaBelle is allergic to pine nuts.
Bishop’s Discretionary Fund
Please note that all offerings gathered on April 6th, during the bishop’s visit, go to the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund. This fund allows the bishop to respond to unforeseen needs, especially to support clergy and their families.
Stations of the Cross
On Friday, April 11th at 5:30 pm a devotional practice that traces the journey of Jesus from his condemnation to his burial, in the sanctuary.
Art Installation
We have a display of photographic art in Giles Hall, courtesy of photographer Lou MacMillian. Lou is a parishioner of St Johns in Olympia and has graciously lent us these pieces Easter to enjoy! However, the reception has currently been postponed until further notice.
All-Night Vigil
We will be having an all-night vigil from 8 pm on Maundy Thursday (April 17th) to 8 am on Good Friday. Please speak to Barb Dyer if you are interested in participating.
Coffee Hour
We are in need of coffee hour hosts for several upcoming Sundays. If you are interested, the sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board across from the kitchen.
Prayer Chain
A reminder that we have started a prayer chain to better support each other. If you, a friend, or a family member are in need of prayer, please contact Laurel Sheffield with the details you are comfortable sharing at laurelcsheffield@gmail.com or 859-457-0550 (text only) and your request will be passed on to the congregation to be lifted in prayer. If you want to make sure to receive Laurel’s emails, make sure to add hir email address to your address book.
PRAYER LISTS
The following is a list of people for whom our prayers are asked. For the sick, lonely, and suffering; for those who mourn, and for those who rejoice, and others: Sally K, JoAnne A, Bob A, Mason A, the members of the AA and NA groups, Mert T, Marsha, Sara, Joseph, Melissa E, Gary E, Joan M, Irv C, Dom Philip Bernard, Shawn M, Louise B, Sydney D, Grace R, Ginger H, Lorene H, Donna C, Chris C, Dennis D, Mike A, Bruce R, Marsha S, Jill B, Elaine P, Connie T, Don & Judy M, Tina, Ryland, Michael B, Natalie H, Danny S, Carolyn M, Mark B, John,
Byron, Mary, Tom & Denise R, Maurice F Jr, Paul & Susie T, Darleen G, John L, Alice & Gunter B, Dianne M, Michael, Muriel, Dani J, Richard H, and Sheryl D, as well as Tom, Joanna, and all the friends and family of Pat Schaeffer.
Those in current military service: Andrew Roth, Breanne Gunther, Ian Gunther, Nicole Hyde, Jordan Bush, Josh Sindorf, Madison Sylvester, Brandon Roeseler, Casey Sindorf.
Prayers for Israel, Gaza, and the Middle East
Loving and liberating Creator, send your healing Spirit upon all involved in the current conflict and violence in the Middle East. Comfort those who mourn or who have been harmed by brutality. Stand with those who are fearful. Protect and provide for the powerless and the vulnerable. Inspire a spirit of forbearance and understanding within all and uphold those who even now work for a just and durable peace. In the name of Christ. Amen.
Anniversaries: Ken & Keelee F, Tim & Jackie M
Birthdays: Jennifer C, Keelee F, Ann M, Madison S, Dorothy A, Suzanne C, Doug Z, Dan S, Rob A, Maria B, Kristin V, Laurel S
Church Events and Meetings
April
- April 2nd—Evening Prayer at 6:15 pm
- April 5th—Casual Dinner with Bishop LaBelle at 6 pm
- April 6th—Bishop’s Visit; Confirmation and Reception
- April 9th—Evening Prayer at 6:15 pm
- April 10th—Building and Grounds meeting at 9 am
- April 16th—Evening Prayer at 6:15 pm
Lent—Holy Week Schedule
- April 11th—Stations of the Cross at 5:30 pm
- April 17th—5:30 p.m. Maundy Thursday—Mass of the Last Supper and Foot Washing, followed by the all-night vigil at 8 pm. The sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board by the kitchen
- April 18th—5:30 p.m. Good Friday—The Liturgy of Good Friday
- April 19th—7 pm Holy Saturday—The Great Vigil of Easter
- April 20th—10 am Easter Morning—The Holy Eucharist
Event Schedule
Dinner with the Bishop Saturday, April 5th
Decoration of Church 8:30 am Saturday, April 19th
Victorian Tea Saturday, May 3rd
Rogation Sunday, In honor of Father Maddux Sunday, May 25th
School Supply Ingathering Sunday, July 6th – August 24th
Scholarship Car Wash Saturday, August 10th
Summer Fest Saturday, August 16th
Old Home Sunday Parish Picnic Sunday, September 14th
Blessing of the Animals Sunday, October 5th
Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 8th
Undie Sunday Sunday, November 16th
Greening of the Church Saturday, December 20th
Twelfth Night Dinner Saturday, January 3, 2026