March 14th, 2024
Happy St Patrick’s Day to all those Irish folks and Irish Wanna-Bee’s. Some are painting our world green! I know I am looking forward to the further greening of our world! Spring officially starts March 19th!
Debbie will be away in NY from March 21st and returning on the 30th. We need someone to cover her role on the 24th of March, Palm Sunday, so let me know if you can help. Cheri and Gerald will also be out of the country from March 28th to April 4th . If you have any questions or need anything please don’t hesitate to reach out.
News from Session: Session has appointed Don Goddard as Interim Treasurer to work with Gerald Valcheff, our bookkeeper, and provide reporting and financial advice to Session. Congratulations Don and thank you to both Don and Gerald for supporting the congregation of Hopedale. Thank you to John Dunlop as well providing session with support.
Please continue to pray for Rev. Sean Foster, Bonnie, and the kids. Sean’s mobility challenges as a result of ALS have had a large impact on him and the family.
Please continue to bring in your empty milk bags and tops of pop cans.
Scripture Readings to prepare for the service this Sunday, the 17th include: All of John 9.
We Welcome our Worship Leaders:
(Schedule to be confirmed) When pulpit supply is not available, we will use recorded or livestream services or our moderator will prepare the liturgy. We will also invite participation from our congregants!!!
March 17th : Rev. Sandy Fryfogel
March 24th : Rev. Susie Choi / Palm Sunday
March 31st : Rev. Sandy Fryfogel/Communion/Easter Sunday
April 7th : Rev. Sandy Fryfogel/Communion
April 14th : Rev. Susie Choi
April 21st : Rev. Sandy Fryfogel
Prayer Group is scheduled for March 18th at 11 am. Please let Debbie know if you will be attending. PLEASE NOTE: Due to travel plans and Easter, the next prayer group meeting will then not occur until April 8th .
This week’s Children’s Church School Lesson (“Jesus Raises Lazarus” has been posted to our Website and our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mM-WI86v7DI
Blessings,
Debbie Jones-Snyders