From the Rector

Dear Parishioners and Friends,

On Sunday, we will hear the story of the anointing of Jesus' feet by Mary Magdalene. This marks the beginning of what is traditionally called "passiontide." There are themes of joy mixed with sorrow. For example, the proper preface changes from an emphasis on overcoming sin and temptation to preparing with joy for the paschal feast. At the same time, unbleached candles will be used, and the crosses draped in funerial purple.

It is a time of intensifying anticipation of the events of Holy Week, which will be marked at St. Mary's with services each day, beginning on Wednesday. While each day is distinct, you can think of them as different movements in one complete symphony. While they can be enjoyed individually, it is ideally best to experience them as a whole.

I pray that the coming weeks will be a time of prayer, contemplation, and blessing for you all.

Father Rick

Easter Flowers & Music

Two of the delights of Easter at St. Mary’s are the lovely Easter lilies and beautiful music that fill the church on Easter Sunday. If you would like to be part of this tradition and honor/remember someone special on this great festive day, please make a donation using the envelopes in church or online. You may also send a check to St. Mary’s (memo line Easter Flowers). Names of all those remembered/honored that are received in the office by Tuesday, April 15th, will appear in the Easter bulletins and the following Sunday as we enjoy the lilies for two weeks.

Sunday School

Camp Outreach Benefit

Community Events

A powerful and inspiring new film, Audrey’s Children, will be released in theaters nationwide on March 28. The film tells the remarkable true story of Dr. Audrey Evans, the groundbreaking Episcopal physician who revolutionized pediatric oncology and co-founded the first Ronald McDonald House. More info here…