March 31, 2019 Connections WEEKLY NEWSLETTER St. Paul’s Episcopal Church . 6050 North Meridian Street . Indianapolis 46208 . stpaulsindy.org Johann SCAN CODE TO PURCHASE Sebastian TICKETS NOW Forty days of Lent Bach’s Welcome, guests! Thank you for worshipping with us today. Whatever your st. john background, whatever you’re seeking, we invite you to passion participate fully in worship and the other ministries St. Paul’s provides. Please fill out a visitor card, located in the book rack in front of you, and place it in the offering plate or give it to an usher or priest. Performed by St. Paul’s Choir Welcome, children! with orchestra You are appreciated as full participants in worship. Infants & toddlers who need some space to rest or play can do so in the Nursery in the Parish Center building, 1st floor. Sunday, April 7, 4 p.m. Join us for a St. Paul's Choir concert featuring J.S. Bach's account of the St. Paul’s seeks to be a diverse, trial and crucifixion of Jesus according to the Gospel of John. This generous and faithful community. compelling piece moves audiences year after year. The dramatic and As a congregation of the Episcopal Church we are anchored kaleidoscopic sequence of narrative, arias, chorales and choruses is in a centuries-old tradition that is ancient yet new, ritualized supported by a period-instrument orchestra and cast of soloists. yet relaxed, transcendent yet intimate, reverent yet filled While it can serve as a religious meditation for scores of Christians, the with life. We are a diverse congregation that offers a wide experience of this music is transporting and transcendent, whatever the variety of ministry opportunities. We invite you to discover listener’s background or persuasion. Purchase tickets by scanning the QR your place in this community. code above or visit spmindy.org. Need assistance? Attend today's Adult Faith Forum, 10:15-11 a.m., Parish Hall, led by Please notify an usher if you would like reading glasses, The Rev. J. Gerald Janzen, MacAllister-Petticrew Professor Emeritus of or wish to have communion brought to your seat. Old Testament, Christian Theological Seminary to learn more about the importance and meaning of the St. John's Passion. DID YOU KNOW? RISING TOGETHER through Meaningful Gifts Your pledge has a direct impact on St. Paul’s outreach grants. When you make a pledge, 10% is immediately designated for outreach. Those dollars are then matched equally by the church’s operating fund. In Fiscal Year 2019, 10% of contributions equaled $76K, which was matched for a Make a PLEDGE for FY2020 total outreach budget of $152K. ( July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020) text PLEDGE to 97000 St. Paul's is so very grateful for the pledges received from 136 households, 16 of whom are first-time pledgers, pledge online at stpaulsindy.org/pledge and for the 14.5% average increase in pledges by returning households. FY2020 pledged gifts now total $473,056. Palm Sunday & Easter News & Events Processionals LGBTQ Faith Pitch-in Thursday, April 4, 6:30 p.m., home of Jim Luce & Fred Duncan Children are invited to participate in the Palm Sunday (April 14) and the LGBTQ and alliances are invited to join for fellowship and fun. RSVP to Easter Sunday (April 21) processionals at the 9 & 11:15 a.m. services. Eric Vanatti, [email protected] to confirm your attendance and All should gather 15 minutes before the services, just outside the youth receive the address. Please plan to bring an item to share. room in the Parish Center. Children will be lined up two-by-two, pairing together younger and older kids. Those 3 & under, or that might be St. John Passion Adult Faith Forum frightened, should have an adult process with them. Special pew Sunday, April 7, 10:15-11 a.m., Parish Hall activities will be available on these Sundays. Parents are asked to pick Dr. Daniel R. Melamed, Professor of Music at Jacobs School of up activities in advance so children are only holding the palm or Easter Music, Bloomington, will help us interpret and engage Johann butterfly during the processional. Sebastian Bach's masterful account of the trial and crucifixion of Jesus in the Gospel of John. Return to enjoy the concert at 4 p.m. Photo Directory Pictures Palm Sunday, April 14, after worship services, Burrows Commons Have a picture taken for our parish directory, and we'll email one to you to keep. Already have a family photo you’d like us to use? Email it to Tana Hunnicutt, [email protected] or log into your ACS account and upload it there. (Haven’t logged into ACS before? Visit stpaulsindy.org/churchlife for instructions on how to access your Encounter profile, or contact Tana.) Maundy Thursday Doubters & Skeptics Wednesday, April 24, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 6 p.m., Lilly Room and Church St. Paul's on the Way, 803 Broad Ripple Ave Maundy Thursday is the first day of solemn remembrance of the events The Doubters & Skeptics group from Good Samaritan Episcopal leading up to and immediately following Jesus' crucifixion. The English Church will convene at St. Paul's on the Way to explore the church word "Maundy" comes from the Latin mandatum, which means as an institution, and what it might look like in the future. Join us and "commandment." On this day we remember Jesus gathered with his bring your big questions, and even doubts, about the church. All are disciples, washed their feet and shared a meal with them the night welcome. Contact the Rev. Patrick Burke, [email protected] before his trial and crucifixion. This progressive service is with questions. interactive and engaging. Our experience begins with mindfully-chosen light refreshments, including unleavened bread, olives and cheeses Creating Your Spiritual Home -- eaten together in the Lilly Room. We then move to the church's Parishioner and designer, Andrea Broxton, presents ways in which archway space, gathering around the Baptismal Font. All will be invited one can create a spiritual home. Discover how to find what you truly to participate in the ritual of foot washing (optional, as you wish). love and your unique decorating style while eliminating the things Afterward, we process to the front of the church for Communion and that have ceased to enhance your life. Create a peaceful home the stripping and washing of the altar. This can be a particularly environment that brings joy to all who dwell there. Contact Andrea, emotional, moving act to experience. Families with children are [email protected] with questions. encouraged to attend together, as there are many things to observe. St. Paul's Day at Indiana Beach Saturday, June 15, Indiana Beach, Monticello, IN Enjoy unlimited rides, water park privileges, and a special buffet-style Prayer Vigil fellowship lunch provided for our group in an open-air pavilion. Invite family and friends -- they are welcome to participate as your guests! Will you keep watch? Indiana Beach is located about 90 minutes northwest of St. Paul's. Attractions include: Maundy Thursday, April 18, 8 p.m. • "Classics"- Tilt-A-Whirl, Scrambler, log ride, bumper cars & boats, to Good Friday, April 19, 11 a.m. antique cars, Ferris Wheel, carousel & more • Six roller coasters & many other thrill rides Come to the Chapel for prayer, meditation and to sit with Jesus through • Special child-friendly amusement ride area for those under 48" the night. Sign ups are in one-hour increments and security will be • Six water slides, family roller coaster, lazy river, beach & splash pad present. Sign up at stpaulsindy.org/vigil or text VIGIL to 97000. • Cruises on the Queen Shafer double-decker paddlewheel boat You may also email Tana Hunnicutt, [email protected]. Cost is $35 children & adults/$32 seniors (ages 2 and under free). Parking on the circle drive (near the Tower) is recommended. Register at stpaulsindy.org/indianabeach. Easter Day Altar Flowers & Special Music Sponsor flowers or music for Easter Day to honor loved ones. Donations of $40 (music) and $50 (flowers) appreciated. Pay online at stpaulsindy.org/sponsor or contact Meegan Stutler-Fournier, ext. 35, [email protected] re: music donations or Pamela Smith, ext. 25, [email protected] re: flower donations. Memorials are due by Monday, April 1, 2019. Stations of the Cross in Broad Ripple Saturday, April 13, 4:30-5:30 p.m. St. Paul's on the Way, 803 Broad Ripple Ave As we continue our Lenten journey and preparations for Holy Week, all are welcome to attend Stations of the Cross, also known as The Way of the Cross. We will begin at St. Paul's on the Way and continue through Broad Ripple Village. Join as we seek to observe this ancient pilgrimage and experience Christ's journey to the cross -- in the context of our own time and place. Contact the Rev. Patrick Burke, [email protected] with questions. Please dress for an outdoor experience. Mother's Day at Waycross Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Waycross Camp and Conference Center, Nashville, IN Attend a Mother's Day Luncheon and Dedication of the Waynick Welcome Center at Waycross, honoring the Rt. Rev. Catherine Waynick. Eucharist is at 10 a.m., followed by the dedication at 11:30 a.m. and lunch at 12 p.m. Cost and registration found at waycrossccc.org. 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