Weekly Happenings

February 17-23

Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany (Feb. 17, 2019)

8:00 Holy Eucharist, Rite I, Lady Chapel

9:00 Church Mouse Gift Shop open
10:00 Nursery Open
10:15 Children's Chapel, Auditorium

10:15 Holy Eucharist Rite II, Church

11:30 Coffee Hour, White Hall / Children's Choir Rehearsal, Auditorium
3:30 Rise Against Hunger Meal Packaging and Fellowship Dinner

Readings for Sunday, Feb. 17, Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Worship Leaders

8:00 a.m.

Lay Reader/Chalicer: JJ Jacobson-Allen
Usher: Will King

10:15 a.m.

Lay Reader/Chalicer: Kay Dahl and Christiane Valone

Acolytes: Dave Branch's Team
Ushers: Penny Lewis and Deane Sobol

Greeter: Lois Gail Davis, Mavis and Lee Benz

Eucharistic Visitor/Recipient: The Rev. Connie Jones and Cindy Dillon
Altar Guild: Fran Jacobson and Beatrice Gibbs

Brass Guild: Robin and Jim Kruger, and Georg Dahl

Linens: Vici Genesevich
Flowers Delivery: Ashley Halloway

Nursery Helpers: Jessica Horner and Kiki Knickerbocker

Coffee Hour: Susanne Councill and Loretta Grant

THIS WEEK:

Adult Forum: There is no Adult Forum this Sunday due to the Presidents' Day weekend. We will resume next Sunday, Feb. 24, for a presentation by Stephen Leist, Director of Music, on the choral trip to England.

There is no Sunday School this Sunday, February 17 due to the Presidents' Day holiday. Sunday School will resume for all ages on Sunday, Feb. 24 at 9:15 a.m.

Rise Against Hunger: St. Andrew’s is again participating in an assembly-line event to package dehydrated meals to be distributed by the international relief organization, Rise Against Hunger. On Sunday, Feb. 17 we will gather in White Hall at 3:30 p.m. with the goal of packaging 12,000 meals! Bluegrass music will be performed by The Gospel Lights and guests from the Tidewater Bluegrass Association. When the packing is done, we will share our own meal together as the music plays on. Chicken tenders, mac and cheese, and drinks will be provided. Please bring a salad, side dish, or dessert if you are able. This is a fast-paced event for all ages that you won’t want to miss! Please sign-up outside of White Hall or through the Event Page on Constant Contact.

EYC (grades 6 – 12): Our youth will set up for Rise Against Hunger this Sunday, Feb. 17 from 2 – 3:30 p.m. in White Hall. Youth are encouraged to stay for the Rise Against Hunger event that begins at 3:30 p.m. with dinner to follow. Earn service hours.

NEST emergency overnight shelter begins Wednesday, Feb. 20 and continues through Wednesday, Feb. 27. We will provide warm and safe shelter for up to 60 homeless men and women in White Hall. We are still looking for kitchen staff, evening helpers and overnight volunteers. Please sign-up! Contact Jim Rhodes.

Sandwich Ministry: Sandwiches for the monthly Sandwich Ministry are due at the church by 12 noon on Friday, Feb. 22.

Laundry Love: Join us on Thursday, Feb. 21 at 5:30 p.m. at Soaps n’ Suds on Colley Avenue as we host our monthly ministry to launder the clothes of those in need and build relationships one load at a time.

St. Andrew's Spiritual Yoga: Please join us for our next yoga class taught by Brian Dunning next Thursday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. in Room 207.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Next EYC (grades 6 – 12): EYC hosts NEST on Sunday, Feb. 24 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Families are encouraged to donate items for the dinner we will prepare. Please refer to the Sign Up Genius for the complete list. Please respond with items you plan to bring by Tuesday, Feb. 18.

Our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is right around the corner. This festive, family-friendly event will be March 5 from 5:30-7 p.m. There will be the customary meal, activities for kids, and BINGO for all! Volunteers are needed for setting up, cooking, and cleaning up. Please contact Andie if you can help.

HELPING HANDS NEEDED

Our Flower Guild is looking for more flower arrangers. Venessa August and Debbie Goode-Jones, our talented and gracious co-chairs, will provide all of the training and support that you need. The hope is that members of the Guild will be responsible for just one Sunday every eight weeks. Please consider lending your hand to offer beautiful altar flowers to the glory of God! Contact Andie if you are interested.

Nursery Volunteers: There are still a few openings for February – March. Please consider volunteering. The sign-up sheet is located on the bulletin board outside of White Hall. Thank you!

Coffee Hour Host: We are in need of hosts for our Sunday coffee hours. Please see signup sheet at the information table leading to White Hall.

Donations Needed: There are several items needed for our NEST guests during our hosting week. Donations can be left in the basket outside of the Church office.

new socks (gym-type)
rain caps
gloves (cotton)
small soaps
toothbrushes & toothpaste (travel size)
shampoo & conditioner (travel size)
deodorant (travel size)
skin lotion (travel size)