Nativity Newsletter

Nativity - what a great place to worship. As The Reverend Christopher Powell said last week "it's such a joy to see everyone exchange the Peace - it's like no other." For me, seeing the children excited about taking up the offering. As Liz Reynolds said on Sunday after so many families were away for Spring Break "The young families in our church bring such joy and excitement to our fellowship. We appreciate them so much and it's always good to see them." Amen!

5th Sunday of Lent - March 22, 2026

Those Who Serve

Celebrant: The Reverend Tina Frizzell

Music: Brenda/Katherine

LEM: Suzy

Altar Guild: Anne

Lectors: Dawn/Karen

MC POD: Mary Beth

Lessons:

Ezekiel 37:1-14

Romans 8:6-11

John 11:1-45

Psalm 130

Collect for Nativity

Father of all wisdom and love,

In whose wisdom we trust and in whose love we dwell.

We come asking you to guide us as we search for a new shepherd for this flock, a new teacher for those who seek, and for a steadfast companion who will walk with us along the way.

All this we ask in the name of our creator, redeemer and sustainer, one God, whose mercy endures forever. Amen

Announcements

For ALL Children: if your child would like to take up the offering on Sundays, please let me know (Kathy Shoalmire - kathybshoal@gmail.com or (662) 801-6695). We are going to compile a list and make "loose" assignments. You will not be required to find a replacement. The Mission Committee Person on Duty will collect the offering if needed - so no pressure on parents. If you know dates that you will be out of town, that would be helpful. It is so touching to see their excitement and such a great introduction to service.

Flowers for Easter Sunday - If you would like to help provide Easter Lilies in honor or memory of someone, there are envelopes in the back of the pew. The "recommended" contribution is $30. Please note on your check for Altar Guild - flowers.

Holy Week Schedule

Palm Sunday - next Sunday - March 29. We will gather across the street at the Salt & Light Building at 10:25 where we will receive our palm branches. The Reverend Andy Andrews will be with us. After the palm liturgy and then we will triumphantly enter the church together.

Maundy Thursday Service led by Michael Prager at 6pm

Good Friday - no service - the church will be open from 11am-2pm for prayer

Easter Sunday - With Easter we will celebrate the sacrament of Holy Baptism with Austin and Kelcey Roye. The Reverend Ann Whitaker will be the celebrant for Easter.

Easter Sunday - around 12:30 after church all are invited for the annual

Champagne and Coconut Cake Potluck at the home of Alexe van Beuren and Kagan Coughlin (509 Wagner Street) Bring a dish, friends, family, but no pets and no smoking in the barn! Kids' Easter Egg hunt around 2:30pm - Bring a basket.