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Our Mission Statement:
At the Episcopal Church of the Advent we;
Gather as a Community in Christ
Grow together in Faith
Go forth with Grateful Hearts
Changes in our Parish:
Baptism: Quinn Thomas Brick
ACOLYTES: If there is anyone in 5th grade or older (including any interested adults) who would like to become an acolyte, please contact Willard Mahnk either at church after any Sunday service.
VESTRY MEETING: March 10th 7:00pm.
WOMEN’S GUILD: The Women’s Guild extends thanks to all
those who have given their Dash’s grocery tapes.
PRAYERS FOR HEALING: Come to St. John’s Grace from 6- 7pm the second Wednesday evening of every month to receive healing prayers and to join our Healing Team for an hour of prayerful meditation and healing. St. John’s Grace Episcopal Church, 51 Colonial Circle, Buffalo www.stjohnsgrace.com .
VISIT THE EPISCOPAL WEBSITE AT: www.episcopalwny.org Stay informed: Disaster Management for Religious Organizations Volunteer Chaplains Needed Help in Tough Times WNY Connections Also check out the EVENTS Calendar.
TOWNE PLAYERS PRESENT: Lewis Carrell’s
ALICE Through the looking glass Eva Le Gallienne and Florida FriebusDirected by Randy Rumley & David Nuijens
Feb 26,2 7, 38 & March 5,6,7, Tickets $7 Presale $8 Students/Seniors $10 General Admission 7:30 PM Evenigns @:00 Sunday Matinees Featuring: Cassandra Grizanti as Alice Caroline Smith as the Red Queen. Sheridan Parkside Community Center 169 Sheridan Parkside. Please see Randy Rumley for tickets.
THEME BASKET: It’s not too early to think of items for the theme basket auction coming this November. You can bring in items year round.
SOUPER SUPPER: Advent’s Lenten series of Souper Suppers will be held Wednesday evenings at 6pm during
lent. The Kick-off supper was hosted by the Vestry on Feb 24th. March 3rdth (Ushers); March10th (Acolytes); March 17th (Lay-readers) & March 24th (Choir). The
meals are simple fare-soup, salad, bread and beverage. You are asked to bring a donation for the food pantry as your entry fee! Please plan to join us!
CONFIRMATON: Are you new to the Episcopal Church and /or this parish? Are you interested in discovering more about the church? Anyone wishing to be received into the Episcopal Church, reaffirm their baptismal vows, or be confirmed should attend Confirmation classes. They are open to both the adults and youth of the parish. Confirmation with Bishop Michael Garrison will be on Sunday May 16th at 4:00 PM. Nine classes will be held on Friday evenings from 7:00 -8:30 pm and will start Friday March 19th thru Friday May 14th (this includes Good Friday). Please call the office to register at 876-6504.
FIRST COMMUNION: First Communion will be held on Sunday May 9th-Mother’s Day. Youth who are in 3rd grade or older are encouraged to participate (even if you already receive). Parents and children should plan to attend the first class in the parish hall on April 25th after the 10 AM liturgy. Instruction books will be distributed for parent/student participations. Call the church office to register.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: FRIDAY MARCH 5TH
You are invited to attend World Day of Prayer service held at St. Martins’ 2587 Baseline rd at 10:00 am,
Friday March 5th. The theme of this program written by a committee from the women of
Cameroon, is “Let everything that has breath praise God.” This event, taking place in churches all over the world since 1920, praises God with Speech, Song, and Rhythm instruments. Bring your voices and any rhythm instruments you have and celebrate and hear about the women and what they are doing to better the lives of women and children in the country of Cameroon in Africa and the rest of the world. This program
will also be appreciated by men.
SPAGHETTI DINNER HOSTED BY THE YOUTH
GROUP AND ACOLYTES –MARCH 21ST A sign-up is posted on the kiosk for donations: 12 loaves of French bread, 6 lb of onions, 1 box (24 oz) croutons
4 lbs of butter 2 jars of garlic, 2 bottles of Ranch dressing 1 Italian dressing, 1 French dressing, 1 Lite or fat free Vinaigrette 2 lbs of parmesan cheese, 3 lb of grape tomatoes, 3 green peppers 2 lbs of shredded carrots 2 seedless cucumbers, Lots of desserts.
WOMEN’S RETREAT: The 2nd Annual Women’s Retreat at Church of the Advent Friday March 12th and Saturday March 13th A small fee: Includes: A Presentation; activities; Eucharist; discussion; Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast More details will be coming, please check the bulletin for prices and times and general details. The retreat is being organized by Penny Foster. A sign up sheet will be posted on the Kiosk for those interested in coming.
EASTER BASKETS: This is our third year in providing Easter Baskets for our Shut-Ins and the teens at Compass House. There are sign up sheets in the parish hall for donations of apples,
oranges and candy and for volunteers to deliver the baskets. All donations need to be at church by
Thursday, March 25. There is a blue tub in the Parish Hall where donations may be placed. This continues to be a very successful and appreciated project. The generosity and help of all at Advent makes a difference to those who are being remembered. Any questions may be directed to Kathy Barton.
BOTTLE RECIEPTS FOR BELLS: Please place your bottle receipts from returned bottles in the envelope outside the office door. This is a fundraiser for church hand bells.
BISHOP BRENT SCHOOL FOR MINSTRY: Passion Narratives. Where: Saturdays- St Michaels and All Angels 81 Bruke Drive Buffalo 14215--When: Saturdays, March 5, 12th and 19th ; 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. The Rev. Deacon Shirley Trail; $35 cash or checks to Episcopal Diocese of WNY Mail forms to: The Rev. Deacon Gerald Hilfiker 10085 Pfarner Road Boston, NY 14025 941-5695
YOUTH GROUP & ACOLYTE SPAGHETTI DINNER:
Sunday, March 21st, 2010
4pm – 7pm TICKETS:
Pre-sale: adults $6, children 10 & under $3, Families (Max of ) $25. Sold at the door: $7 adults.
ALL YOU CAN EAT SPAGHETTI, GARDEN SALAD, ITALAIN BREAD, DESSERT AND BEVERAGE
There is a sign-up sheet on the Kiosk for donations for the dinner as well as for those who wish to volunteer to help.
JENNIFER MAY’S :Award Winning All Female 17 piece Ladies First Jazz Big Band With: Vocalist Kathy Carr Spoken Word Artist Verneice Turner and Guests Appearance by the Girl Scouts Jazzers Combo. 8th Annual Celebration of National Women’s Month Saturday
March 20th 8pm The Tralf 622 Main St. Buffalo $15 pre-sale and $20 day of Partial proceeds to benefit the Girl Scouts of WNY and. Tickets through Ticket master or Jennifer in the Church Office
KEN-TON MEALS ON WHEELS: 874-3595 Volunteers are needed to assist in meal preparation and meal delivery. Bad weather is coming and requests for service are increasing. In order to add a new route to keep up with the demand, we need at least 32 new volunteers. Stop by for a visit and see how you may be able to help.
CANAAN HOUSE WISH LIST: 20 years in operation Bus Tokens------Paint and Painting Supplies----Mops, Brooms, Pails Cleaning Supplies-----Personal Hygiene Products----Paper Products Food-----Bedroom Furniture----Rugs (any size)----- Tools
Kitchen table and Chairs-------Craft Supplies (anything) Office Supplies----Cabinets and Shelves Garden Tools and Supplies Clothing----Adopt a Room- (See Shirley for information) Thank you Canaan House 1140 Walden Ave Cheek.14211 892-1563
BISHOP BRENT SCHOOL FOR MINISTRY: Contemporary Issues. Thursdays- March 26th April 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th, and May 7th, 2009. Calvary Episcopal Church 20 Milton Street Williamsville, 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm. Registration forms are available in the Parish Hall Tract Rack. Please register as soon as possible. Brent School needs to have a minimum of six people registered before the course begins in order to offer the course. Instructor: Ms. Joanne Coury Frake. $45.00 Fee.
BIBLE STUDY GROUP:
Join us for bible study Tuesdays at 1:30 in the Church Library CHOIR REHEARSALS: Choir will rehearse every Sunday at 9:10.
FORWARD DAY BY DAY: The February/March/April issue is available in the Parish Hall Tract Rack in small or large print.
VISIT THE EPISCOPAL WEBSITE AT: www.episcopalwny.org Stay informed: Disaster Management for Religious Organizations Volunteer Chaplains Needed Help in Tough Times. WNY Connections.
Easter Flowers*
Parishioners and friends are invited to put Lily Memorials on the altar for Easter. Please send in the completed form, with names printed exactly as they are to appear, no later than March 26th. Lilies are $20 each. You may take your plant home, or leave it to be distributed to a shut-in or hospitalized parishioner. Be sure to mark if you wish your plant to go to a shut in.
Name_________________________________________ Phone________________________________________
Please list if your Lilly is for a shut in: __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________
In Memory of
______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _______________________________________
For the Loved Ones of
_________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ __________________________________
FINANCE MEETING: Tuesday February 9th at 7pm.
THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD A Sunday School teacher decided to have her young class memorize one of the most quoted passages in the Bible - Psalm 23. She gave the youngsters a month to learn the chapter. Little Rick was excited about the task - but he just couldn't remember the Psalm. After much practice, he could barely get past the first line.
On the day that the kids were scheduled to recite Psalm 23 in front of the congregation, Ricky was so nervous. When it was his turn, he stepped up to the microphone and said proudly, 'The Lord is my Shepherd, and that's all I need to know.'
YOUTH GROUP
PIZZA HUT "FUN"DRAISER: Thank you to all who supported the Youth Group by attending the Pizza Hut fund
raiser event. Eating all of that pizza and
yummy food resulted in a profit of $101.62 for our Youth Group program.
SLEDDING: The Youth Group enjoyed a wonderful day of outdoor sledding, pictures will be posted on the church bulletin board.
LOCK IN: Lock in was held on Friday Feb12th. There were 26 kids that had a really good time! With the help of Judy Csonka, Paul Csonka, Penny Foster, Carole & Mike Woomer, Bonnie Morris and Gary Place the kids had fun eating, playing games (Hide & seek, Treasure Hunt, Broom Ball), making subs for dinner, watching a movie and the church service. Pictures will be posted soon.
ROCK-A-THON: The youth group held a fund raiser for Haiti relief on Saturday February 6th. There were 6 “rockers” who raised over $600 for Haiti. Great Job Youth Group!!!
BISHOPS BALL: The bishops ball was attended by 15 of the Episcopal Diocesan Youth, 8 of those were youth from Church of the Advent. The kids had a terrific time!
SCHOLARSHIPS: BUFFALO URBAN LEAGUE: Now through March 15, 2010, the Buffalo Urban League is accepting applications for its 2010 Scholarship Program. Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors and GED recipients who plan to attend college in 2010. These scholarships are awarded based on character, academic achievement, financial need or community service. In 2009, the Buffalo Urban League was able to award scholarships to 177 deserving individuals. More information is posted on the bulletin board.
HOLY WEEK EVENTS
Monday, March 29th – Wednesday March 31st 7:00 pm Evening Prayer
Thursday, April 1st -Maundy Thursday Eucharist 7:00 PM
Friday, April 2nd –Good Friday 11:45 am Stations of the Cross
Noon Day Prayers 7:00 pm
Good Friday Liturgy
Saturday, April 3rd -Holy Saturday 10:00 am Blessing of the Baskets 7:00 pm Easter Vigil
Sunday, April 4th - Easter Sunday 8:00 am Festival of Easter 10:00 am Festival of Easter
MARCH
Charles Kollatz Louise Sarkisian Lorn Anderson
Norm Manhardt III
Matt Braunschweiger Caryn Woomer
Jason Bowker Bonnie Zimmerman
Ruthann Benson
Andrew Buell Patricia Vartanian
Sharey Edholm
Michael Masters Anthony Perfetti
Christopher Hill Carol Thompson
16 Kevin Smith
17 John Sestito Sandra Hingston
Joshua Korcakowski Jr. 18 Carol Wrazien
19 Patrick Morris
20 Jack Bradley Graham Millar
21 Michael Battaglia
22
24
Michael Barton
Nancy Grisetti Scott Marchant Sarah Tronolone
John Mooney Sara Sieckarski
25 Nicole Jones Gretchen Fisher
30 Arden Anderson Susan Zakes
31 Taylor Smith Kelly Idzik
***************************** Please contact the church office at 876-6504 if we have erred on your birthday. It helps keep our records accurate and allows us to wish you a very
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
MARCH ALTAR FLOWERS
MARCH 7th: Do you have someone to remember?
MARCH 14th: In loving memory of Donald Bryan Still Estelle & Willard Still Madeline & David Cruickshank
MARCH 14th: In loving memory of Matthew Creighton
MARCH 21st Do you have someone to remember?
March 28th: Do you have someone to remember?
March Baptism Anniversaries
We celebrate with these members the anniversary of their new birth in Christ by water and the spirit in baptism.
1 Chris Morehouse
2 6
Maureen O’Brien Diana Ragau Jason Bowker Cliff Cooke
Rob Wroblewski 10 Robert Weyland
Lauren Woomer 20 Frank Slauson 25 Gretchen Fisher
Katrina Gojmerac 30 Aria AlbertChanges in our Parish:
Burials: John F. Shuart
Baptisms: Claire Olivia Miller 11-29-2009
Morgan James Logan 01-17-2010
Ava Paige Zwierlein 01-24-2010
6 8
9 11
12 14
2
3 5
31 Taylor Smith Kelly Idzik
***************************** Please contact the church office at 876-6504 if we have erred on your birthday. It helps keep our records accurate and allows us to wish you a very
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
MARCH ALTAR FLOWERS
MARCH 7th: Do you have someone to remember?
MARCH 14th: In loving memory of Donald Bryan Still Estelle & Willard Still Madeline & David Cruickshank
MARCH 14th: In loving memory of Matthew Creighton
MARCH 21st Do you have someone to remember?
March 28th: Do you have someone to remember?
March Baptism Anniversaries
We celebrate with these members the anniversary of their new birth in Christ by water and the spirit in baptism.
1 Chris Morehouse Maureen O’Brien
MARCH
Charles Kollatz Louise Sarkisian Lorn Anderson
Norm Manhardt III
Matt Braunschweiger Caryn Woomer
Jason Bowker Bonnie Zimmerman
Ruthann Benson
Andrew Buell Patricia Vartanian
Sharey Edholm
Michael Masters Anthony Perfetti
Christopher Hill
Carol Thompson
Susan Zakes
16 Kevin Smith
17 John Sestito Sandra Hingston
Joshua Korcakowski Jr. 18 Carol Wrazien
19 Patrick Morris
Jack Bradley Graham Millar
20 21 Michael Battaglia
22
24
Michael Barton
Nancy Grisetti Scott Marchant Sarah Tronolone
John Mooney Sara Sieckarski
2 6
Diana Ragau Jason Bowker Cliff Cooke Rob Wroblewski
25 Nicole Jones Gretchen Fisher
30 Arden Anderson
10 Robert Weyland Lauren Woomer
20 Frank Slauson 25 Gretchen Fisher
Katrina Gojmerac 30 Aria Albert
FEBRUARY 2010
WELCOME NEWLY ELECTED VESTRY MEMBERS:
Caren Haslam Tim Hunter Larry Mazuchowski Bill Carney as Junior Warden
Congratulations to all. Please keep the entire Vestry in your prayers, as they seek to discern the guidance of the Holy Spirit in the life of Advent.
Senior Warden: Mike Woomer Junior Warden: Bill CarneyVestry: Carol Hauser Caren Haslam
Randy Rumley Chris Zwierlein Gary Place
Patricia Vartanian Larry Mazuchowski Bonnie Zimmerman
Tim Hunter Thank you to our out-going vestry members: Kathy Barton, Grace Rumley, Christopher Millar for their service on the Vestry.
VISIT THE EPISCOPAL WEBSITE AT: www.episcopalwny.org Stay informed: Disaster Management for Religious Organizations Volunteer Chaplains Needed Help in Tough Times. WNY Connections.
SUBSCRIBE NOW: Church Acts Online, an electronic publication, replaced the print edition of Church Acts. Subscribe using the link found in the E-News box at lower left of the diocesan homepage: (A print out is available in the Tract Rack in the Parish Hall.)www.episcopalwny.org.
BIBLE STUDY GROUP:
Join us for bible study Tuesdays at 1:30 in the Church Library
ANNUAL MEETING: The annual meeting was held on Sunday January 31st at one 9:00 am service. Vestry members were elected, reports were given from the head of the finance committee Larry Mazuchowski. And Fr. Terry presented a message to encourage parishioners to help out and participate more, step up and speak out and help others.
NEW BISHOP SEARCH: The Diocese of WNY is in the search process for our next Bishop, as Bishop Garrison will be retiring in the spring of 2011. An election will be held in early November of 2010. The search website is www.wnybishopsearch.org to stay updated on the process. The Diocesan Prayer is: Be with us and guide us, Holy Spirit of God, as we seek your will for the future of our Diocese. Help us to discern the needs and hopes of your people in Western New York, so that our search for a Bishop may proceed with clear vision and joyful obedience. We pray through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.
VESTRY MEETING: The vestry will meet on Wed February 10th at 7pm in the Parish Hall.
RAISE MONEY WHILE SHOPPING!!!! BUY TOPS CARDS:
available Sunday after the services and during office hours in 10, $15, $20, $25, $50 denominations. The church receives 5% of purchases. (cards can be used to purchase gas and earn Tops Bonus points.) Use the cards to purchase your weekly groceries for one year at $100 per week or 5,200 for the year the church will receive 5% or $260. Use tops cards for your weekly gas at $40 per week in one year the church will receive $104! You will receive bonus points for using the card and raise money for the church without spending any extra money!
ACOLYTES: If there is anyone in 5th grade or older (including any interested adults) who would like to become an acolyte, please contact Willard Mahnk.
SEWING SOCIAL: The group meets 10:30 AM on Tuesdays.
WOMEN’S GUILD: The Women’s Guild extends thanks to all those who have given their Dash’s grocery tapes. Please continue to drop off your receipts in the envelope by the office door. The
Women’s Guild meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1:00pm in the Parish Hall. All are welcome to the next meeting on January 12th.
PRAYERS FOR HEALING: Come to St. John’s Grace from 6- 7pm the second Wednesday evening of every month to receive healing prayers and to join our Healing Team for an hour of prayerful meditation and healing. St. John’s Grace Episcopal
Church, 51 Colonial Circle, Buffalo www.stjohnsgrace.com .
FORWARD DAY BY DAY: The February/March/April issue is available in the Parish Hall Tract Rack in small or large print.
HOSPICE BUFFALO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Hospice services are vital to our community, and we need your time and talents. Hospice Buffalo is committed to bring the best in end-of-life care to patients and families in Erie County. Whether you are looking for a way to give back or you’re a youth needing service hours, there’s a volunteer opportunity for you. Assist with an assortment of administrative services, staff our in-house café, and provide much needed respite for care-givers, daytime, evening or weekends. If you are interested, please call the volunteer office at 989-2018 for more information.
BULLETIN BOARD: A reminder to read the postings & updated newsletters about: Roswell -- Ken-ton meals on wheels – Cornerstone- Compeer-Compass House--Habitat For Humanity--Canaan House
KEN-TON MEALS ON WHEELS: 874-3595 Volunteers are needed to assist in meal preparation and meal delivery. Stop by for a visit.
TOWNE PLAYERS: The adventures of Alice are not over yet! Coming Feb. 26, 27, 28 and March 5, 6, 7, 2010 is “Alice Through the Looking Glass,” featuring Cassandra Grizanti as Alice and Carolynn Smith as The Red Queen. The Sheridan-Parkside Center, 169 Sheridan- Parkside Drive. Call Randy Rumley at 693-1836 for more info.
CHOIR REHEARSALS: Choir will rehearse every Sunday at 9:10.
PANCAKE SUPPER :the 30th Annual Pancake Supper will be held on Tuesday February 16th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.
Adults are $5.00 and Children $3.00. Come enjoy good food and good company while raising funds for
the Youth Group Summer Camp.
SNOWFLAKE TEA: The snowflake tea was a huge success. We will certainly plan another for next year. All those who came enjoyed the food and the company. Pictures are posted on the bulletin board.
BISHOP BRENT SCHOOL FOR MINSTRY: Passion Narratives. Where: Saturdays- St Michaels and All Angels 81 Bruke Drive Buffalo 14215--When: Saturdays, March 5, 12th and 19th ; 9:00 am – 12:00 noon.--Who: The Rev. Deacon Shirley Trail--Cost: $35 cash or checks to Episcopal Diocese of Western New York --Mail forms to:
The Rev. Deacon Gerald Hilfiker 10085 Pfarner Road Boston, NY 14025 941- 5695
CHURCH SCHOOL SCHEDULE-SPRING 2010
7 Class
14 Service Upstairs, Hawaiian Shirt Sunday
21 Mid winter break/No Class 28 Class
7 Class/Scout Sunday 14 Service Upstairs 21 Class 28 Easter Play, Palm Sunday
4 Easter Sunday/No Class 11 First Communion/Class 18 Class? 25 Class
2 Class
9 Service Upstairs 16 Confirmation/No Class 23 Awards Sunday/Class
PIZZA HUT "FUN"DRAISER NIGHT!: As last year, Pizza Hut is sponsoring a night for Advent with the proceeds benefiting
the Youth Group. Pizza Hut will donate 20% of your
bill to the Youth Group. All you need to do is to give them the Church of the Advent slip which will be
available in a folder on the church bulletin board or at the restaurant that night from one of our Youth Group members. So what an easy way to contribute to our Youth program-just go and eat pizza! The date is Monday February 8 from 4-8pm at the Pizza Hut at 3127 Delaware Ave. Thank you for marking this on your calendar!
THEME BASKET ITEMS: It is not too early to think of items of the Theme Basket Auction to be held in November. You can bring in items year round (and baskets and wrapping supplies). The
collection has already started so please bring in your items.
BOTTLE RECIEPTS FOR BELLS: Please place your bottle receipts from returned bottles in the envelope posted outside the office door. This is a fundraiser for
church hand bells.
CHILI COOK-OFF: The vestry and I would like to
thank everyone who participated in and contributed to Advent's 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off. It was a tremendous success and more fun than
a barrel full of Mexican jumping beans. Thanks to all who donated items so that we had no expenses.
Thanks to all 14 chefs. Congrats to Bonnie Zwierlein, Bill Carney and Mike Woods. Hopefully everyone liked the new judging format where we all got to judge. Thanks to all who cleaned up without being asked - just pitched in and did. I guess the best thing is to just say thanks to the whole congregation for their enthusiastic response to the whole event. Judy Csonka
CONFIRMATON: Are you new to the Episcopal Church and /or this parish? Are you interested in discovering more about the church? Anyone wishing to be received into the Episcopal Church, reaffirm their baptismal vows, or be confirmed should attend Confirmation classes. They are open to both the adults and youth of the parish. Confirmation with Bishop Michael Garrison will be on Sunday May 16th at 4:00 PM. Nine classes will be held on Friday evenings from 7:00 -8:30 pm and will start Friday March 19th thru Friday May 14th (this includes Good Friday). Please call the office to register at 876-6504.
FIRST COMMUNION: First Communion will be held on Sunday May 9th-Mother’s Day. Youth who are in 3rd grade or older are encouraged to participate (even if you already receive). Parents and children should plan to attend the first class in the parish hall on April 25th after the 10 AM liturgy. Instruction books will be distributed for parent/student participations. Call the church office to register.
SOUPER SUPPERS BEGIN WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 24TH:
Suppers are held from 6:00 – 8:00 pm in the Parish Hall Wednesdays: Feb 24th, Vestry
March 3, Ushers and Altar Guild March 10 Acolytes and Youth Group March 17 Lay Readers March 24 Choir
WOMEN’S RETREAT:
The 2nd Annual Women’s Retreat at Church of the Advent
Friday March 12th and Saturday March 13th
A small fee: Includes: A Presentation; activities; Eucharist; discussion; Dinner, Lunch and Breakfast
More details will be coming, please check the bulletin for prices and times and general details.
The retreat is being organized by Penny Foster. A sign up sheet will be posted on the Kiosk for those interested in coming.
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN: Bring in all those pennies you have been collecting on Sunday February 28th after the 10am service... Containers can be brought in the morning, or left in the office. Any questions please
see Penny Foster. Anyone who would like to volunteer to help count please sign up on the kiosk. Money is going towards hand bells for the church.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: World day of prayer is a worldwide movement of Christians who come together the first Friday of March to observe a common day of prayer each year. People of various cultures, races and traditions gather in closer fellowship, understanding and action. Through World Day of Prayer people of many countries and cultures affirm their faith in Jesus Christ; share their burdens; and pray with and for each other. Become aware of each other’s talents an how we use them in the service of God’s word. More details will be coming.
HAWAIIAN SHIRT SUNDAY: Get rid of the winter blahs! Raid your closets or second-hand stores for
shorts,
Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, sandals, visors, leis, whatever and celebrate the last Sunday
before the season of Lent begins. Mark your calendars for:
Sunday February 14th~Hawaiian Shirt Sunday!
THE BISHOP’S BALL_MICHAEL’S MARDI GRAS:
February 13, 2010 7:00pm – 10pm at Holy Apostles Brighton and Fries Rd. Tonawanda NY Bring your friends to the #1 social event of the Year! Great music (Paul Csonka DJ), and food! Open to grades 7-12,
admission $8 per person (at the door). Get dressed up, jacket, tie, dress, heels! Sponsored by the Youth Commission of the Episcopal Diocese of WNY
Eyouthwny@gmail.com or 432-1946.
YOUTH GROUP LOCK-IN: On February 12th we are doing a lock-in at the church. We will arrive at 7:00pm Friday night and be locked in until 10:00 Saturday the 13th. Please check the sign-up sheet on the kiosk. Food will be served at 9:00pm so please eat dinner before coming to the church.
YOUTH GROUP SCHEDULE:
February: 6 Rock a thon 7 no Meeting Superbowl
THANK YOU LETTERS: OUR LITTLE ROSES: Dear friends at Church of the Advent: We deeply appreciate your recent gift of 636.07 in support of the ministry of Our little Roses. Your gift in response to the difficulties that Honduras has experienced (therefore, Our Little Roses also) is making a difference along with the gifts of others in their survival. Be rest assured that God has protected Our Little Roses of 21 years and we believe He will continue to do so because of faithful friends such as you. May members of your congregation have a blessed Christmas and look with excitement to a gentle and kindly New Year. Thank You. Beverley Allison, Executive Director.
SALVATION ARMY:
Dear Kathy, Once again thank you for helping the Salvation Army with toys this Christmas. May the Lord bless all your efforts and your gracious heart. Jesus said “It is more blessed to give than to receive: Acts 20:35 God Bless You Captain Madelaine Lyle.
We want to express our sincere thank you to you and to those who participated in our angel tree program, providing toys for needy children this Christmas. The families whom you helped were very happy to have received so many gifts. It is a privilege for me to work wit you. Thank you for thinking about the less fortunate and for helping to make Christmas possible for these special families. May God bless you in all you endeavor to do. 703 children were provided with toys. Captain Stephen and Madelaine Lyle. Corps Office THE SALVATION ARMY
CHRISTMAS CARD:
Dear Advent Family: Our sincere thanks for sending us the Christmas cards from Advent. It’s such a treat to hear from so very many of our old (& new) dear friends! We appreciated every single on of them! Miss Advent so very Much!!
Loraine & Bob Weyland.
Dear Kathy and the Vestry of the Church of the Advent and the Members of the congregation: Thank you all for the package of Christmas cards for my mother, Sarah Tronolone. She really enjoyed my reading them to her. I also put all of them on her corkboard in her room. It was very thoughtful of everyone. Wishing you all the best in the New Year, Sincerely, Julie Tronolone.
March
8 Pizza Hut Night 12 Lock in begins 13 Lock In Ends 13 Bishop’s Ball 14 No Meeting 16 Pancake Supper 17 Ash Wednesday
21 Un-birthday Party 7 Game day 14 Kids’ choice 21 Spaghetti Dinner 28 Taylor and Megan pick
SPAGHETTI DINNER: the Annual Spaghetti Dinner will be Sunday March 21st. Mark your calendar to save the date. Tickets are $7.00. Come and enjoy all you can eat
Spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert.
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES: February 17th 2010 Easter Day is preceded by the 40 weekdays of Lent. And Lent begins with Ash Wednesday. We invite you to attend Ash Wednesday Services at Church of the Advent:
7:30 AM NOON 7:30 PM
Holy Eucharist with Ashes Holy Eucharist with Ashes Holy Eucharist with Ashes
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