We are called to be Christ’s loving arms in the world

HOLY WEEK

Easter Vigil: (April 4):

  • 7 PM. As evening comes, Holy Saturday moves into with what is known as the Easter Vigil: the waiting, in the nurturing darkness, for new light to dawn. As Jesus is about to destroy death and usher in new life for all, we'll bring ourselves back to the dawning of creation. We'll light the "first fire", re-tell our ancient stories by candlelight, and renew our baptismal promises. We begin in the Parish Hall at 7 PM and conclude with Eucharist in the Sanctuary. Come - and then enjoy a festive reception following it all!

Easter Morning: (April 5):

  • One service, 10:30 AM followed by an Easter-egg hunt.

From the announcer

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Here are some upcoming Saint Anne's events you'll want to keep on your calendars:

  • April 4: Easter Vigil

  • April 5: Easter Sunday

  • April 11: Silent Book Club

LOVE YOUR NEIGHBORS LAUNDRY COLLECTION

"Maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum and means Commandment. Maundy Thursday is a remembrance of the night before Good Friday, when Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with his friends and disciples. He told them that night that the greatest commandment is to "commandment to "love one another as I have loved you".

There are many ways to love our neighbors. One is supporting them in dignity and feeling like they belong, day to day. People struggling have said that being able to have clean laundry is one way to feel dignity and belonging. The Laundry Love effort makes that happen - right here in our local neighborhoods. This Maundy Thursday, the Peace & Justice Team is invites you to bring LAUNDRY SUPPLIES (detergent, drier sheets, or a roll of quarters) to support Laundry Love. Supplies can be brought into the Parish Hall any time on Maundy Thursday.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

THE SILENT BOOK CLUB RETURNS!

Saturday, April 11: 4-6pm

Shhh! We're reading! One of Saint Anne's most popular events is back for another round. The "introverts night out" is a "late afternoon, home by dark" event out this time around, but the invitation is still the same. Come and bring a book to read, your favorite beverage, and a snack to share if you so choose - and then enjoy a blissful few hours reading quietly in good company. All are welcome!

SAINT ANNE'S TALENT SHOW

The 1st Annual (?) Saint Anne's Talent Show needs YOU!

WHEN: 7:00 PM on April 25th

WHERE: Parish Hall

WHY: Fun!!

If you have a talent to share and want to participate, please email Charlie Prokop with a short description of your talent. We have about 8 slots to fill in the program, so if you want to sing, play an instrument, juggle, dance....Let us know. We hope for a big turnout and a great time enjoying each other’s amazing talents.