SRCA NEWS AND NOTES

Dear Friends

On Sunday we celebrate the Third Sunday of Lent. The readings appointed for the day include Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 5:1-11, Psalm 95, and John 4:5-42. We will be using the reading from Exodus and the gospel lesson in our worship.

We could title the Exodus reading, "A Grumbling, Thirsty People and the God Who Provides."  We hear of God?s people complaining, bringing God up on charges that he has abandoned them to die in the desert. How often have we been those people? When life doesn?t go the way we hope or plan or dream we, too, are inclined to grumble against God and to accuse him of abandonment.

The good news is that God is faithful, even in the face of our accusations! Just as He brought forth water from the rock, he brings forth living water to quench our soul thirst. Let?s join together to worship Him this Sunday in Spirit and in truth.

Faithfully,

Becki+

Reminder: Youth Bible Study (grades 6 and up) This Sunday at the 304!

The Rev. Becki Neumann+

Rector, South Riding Anglican Church

Office  703-961-1983

Cell  240-217-4370

Home  717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters. Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?" 

SRCA NEWS AND NOTES

This Sunday is the first Sunday in Lent. Just as Jesus entered the silence of the desert, we, too, are called to follow Him into the more silent places and seasons. You will notice some changes in our Sunday worship as we make room for God to speak into the silence of this time in the desert. There will be a bit less music, a bit less scripture read aloud, and a bit more silence and room for God to speak in His "still small voice." The silence places may cause some to feel uncomfortable. I make no apology. We live in a world far too noisy and rushed. Creating space and time for God to speak is my job (well, at least a part of it). IT will be good for you (spoken like a true mom)!

The Bible lessons appointed for Sunday include: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Psalm 32, Romans 5:12-19, and Matthew 4:1-11. We will be hearing the lessons form Genesis and Matthew. Though I rarely title my sermons, this week a title has suggested itself: "The Devil Made Me Do It."

Please pick up a "Lenten fasting Cube" and "Mission Offering Can" if you did not get one last week. One other Lenten practice I draw to your attention is that of sacramental confession. This often forgotten discipline can be an excellent way to draw near to God and to feel as though you?ve shed 10 pounds without losing an ounce. Confession can be scheduled by email or by speaking to me.

Faithfully,

Becki+

LENTEN PROGRAM

Tuesday evenings

6:15 Soup and bread supper

7:00 Program

8:00 Eucharist

8:30 Home

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Rev. Becki Neumann+

Rector, South Riding Anglican Church

Office 703-961-1983

Cell 240-217-4370

Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters. Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for You?"

Parish News and Notes

BREAKING NEWS

I am in receipt of an email from the ADV naming The Rt. Rev. John Guernsey (the current bishop of the Diocese of the Holy Spirit and our bishop) And Archdeacon Julian Dobbs as the two nominees for bishop in the newly forming diocese here in northern Virginia. Please pray for these two godly men, and pray for our synod meeting, scheduled for May 20-21, when we will elect the new bishop. You can read the letter from Jim Oakes, ADV Chairperson and Bishop Dave Bena (CANA bishop) by clicking on this link: 

 

http://www.anglicandistrictofvirginia.org/uploads/Letter_BpNominations_030311_sign.pdf?utm_source=ADV+Master+List&utm_campaign=d36a2d674d-ADV_Nominates_Two_Candidates_for_Bishop3_3_2011&utm_medium=email

 

PANCAKE SUPPER

Please sign up for the pancake and sausage supper scheduled for Shrove Tuesday, March 8. You may attend any time between 5:30 and 8:00. Come enjoy some good "fat Tuesday food" and some wonderful fellowship.

 

FOR SUNDAY

On Sunday  we celebrate the last Sunday after the Epiphany, traditionally called "Transfiguration Sunday." Our readings from God's Word include Exodus 24:12-18, Psalm 99, 2 Peter 1:16-21, and Matthew 17:1-9, which is the story of the Transfiguration.

 

Though Peter, James, and John had walked with Jesus since the beginning of his public ministry, it is clear that here on the Mount of Transfiguration, their understanding of Jesus is transfigured no less than the man before their eyes. No longer is he the teacher – companion they have followed. He is … they are uncertain, but they follow him off the mountain and immediately plunge back into the mission field, with Jesus healing a demon-possessed boy.

 

As we develop in our faith in and life with Jesus we, too, are called to follow him into the mission field. For this reason, our Archbishop, The Most Reverend Robert Duncan, has called for us to celebrate today as "World Mission Sunday." To that end we are using an international liturgy.

 

Come,  worship with us this week.   pray it will draw you to your own Mount of Transfiguration, where you will encounter Jesus in new and unexpected ways.

 

Faithfully,

Becki+

 

The Rev. Becki Neumann+
Rector, South Riding Church, Anglican
Office 703-961-1983
Cell 240-217-4370
Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters.
Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?"

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Special Announcements

 

 

DPS GROUPS

DSP groups (That's Dinner/Share/Pray) are now forming. These groups will have 3-4 households and meet monthly to share a meal, share a bit of life, and to pray together for needs and thanks. Each group will rotate the meeting place so as to not stress out any one host. The idea is that the host family provides a main dish (and yes, pizza counts) and each family attending contributes a side or dessert. These initial groups will run from March through June. Please email me now if you wish to sign up. You may sign up for an adults only group (meaning you will leave your children with a sitter) or for a family group. Family groups may send kids to "the playroom" to watch a video while sharing and praying, or may include the children in the sharing and praying. please indicate which type of group you want to join.

 

 

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER

Next Tuesday, March 8th, is Shrove Tuesday. Our annual pancake supper will be held at the 304 from 5:30 until 8:00. Please sign now via return email. Please indicate the time you estimate you will arrive, and the number of children and adults. Dinner will include pancakes, sausage, milk, juice, coffee, and tea. Last year we had an excellent turnout, and a good time was had by all. There is no cost, but all funds donated will go toward mission work in Ghana, supporting Jackie Coates, Bruce and myself as we go this summer to work with the children of Akrammaman village.

 

 

ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICES

Ash Wednesday is March 9th. Services will be held at the 304 at 7 AM and 7:30 PM. The early service is 30 minutes or less (to get you on your way to work or school). The evening service is approximately 45 minutes in length. Both services include the imposition of ashes and holy communion. Mark the beginning of Lent by setting aside a bit of time to worship our Lord.

 

Reminder: The address of the 304 is 25303 LoganshireTerrace, apt. 304. It is located in the Devon apartments right behind the Bloom in South Riding.

 

 

The Rev. Becki Neumann+
Rector, South Riding Church, Anglican
Office 703-961-1983
Cell 240-217-4370
Home 717-762-0924

"When it's all been said and done; there is just one thing that matters.
Did I do my best to live for truth, did I live my life for you?"