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"Lord Jesus Christ, May All That I Do This Day Be To Your Greater Glory.”
Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday. Remember to move
your clocks ahead one hour before retiring on Saturday.
This Sunday will be the Fourth Sunday in Lent, also known as
Lataere Sunday, so named for the first words of the Introit, “Lataere
Jerusalem.” This is our half-way point in our Lenten journey. You’ll notice
a few flowers on the altar as well as the addition of rose colored vestments as
our Lenten restrictions are “slightly” altered. As the weeks continue, please
take advantage of the weekday opportunities to grow in your faith.
“Rejoice ye with Jerusalem: and be glad with her, all ye that love her.”
Laetare. Is. 66.
Lenten Invitations!
Every Friday during Lent, Stations of the Cross at 7:00 p.m. followed by
soup and bread supper in the parish hall.
Additional Lenten opportunities:
Holy Communion: Wednesday & Thursday at 12:00
noon
Bible Study: Thursday at 10:00 a.m. & 7:00
p.m.
(More detailed information below)
**Please join us as we take **
A WALK THROUGH THE LIFE OF CHRIST!
on Palm Sunday, March 28th, 2-4PM, on the church lawn!
See
him in the manger and on the cross; hear Him ask questions of the
scribes; touch the sheep and taste the fish; smell the fresh hay and
wave palms at His triumphant entry into Jerusalem!
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
March 28th Palm Sunday: 7:45 a.m., 9:00a.m., & 11:15 a.m. Holy Communion &
Distribution of Palms (11:15 Service Outdoor Procession)
March 29, 30, & 31: (Mon-Wednesday) 12:00 noon Holy Communion each day
April 1st Maundy Thursday: 7:00 p.m. Holy Communion & Adoration Until Midnight
April 2nd Good Friday: 12:00 noon-3:00 p.m. Three Hours Devotions (Stations of the Cross, Meditations, Veneration of the
Cross); 7:00 p.m. Mass of the Pre-Sanctified (Church will be open from 7:00 a.m. for private prayer)
April 4th Easter Day: 7:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 11:15 a.m. Holy Communion; Easter Egg Hunt and Visit by the Easter Bunny 10:30 a.m.!
Private Confessions
Evening and Morning Hours Now By Appointment; March 29, 30, & 31 Before and After Holy Communion Each
Day.
EVERY SUNDAY
7:45 AM - Holy Eucharist & Sermon (no music)
9:00 AM - Holy Eucharist & Sermon ( 4th Sunday of each month - Morning Prayer )
10:20 AM - YouthGroup/Sunday School/Pre-School Sunday School (meeting September through June)
10:30 AM - Adult Bible Study
11:15 AM - Sung Holy Eucharist (Gregorian Chant/incense) & Sermon
*Nursery is available for 9:00 AM and 11:15 AM services. Preschool Sunday School in nursery at 10:30.
*Coffee and fellowship period held after each service.
Wednesday
12 Noon - Holy Eucharist & Holy Unction
7:00PM - Course based on Archbishop Haverland’s Anglican
Catholic Faith and Practice
beginning October 7th. If interested in attending, please call or
email the parish office to register.
Thursday
10:00AM and 7:00PM weekly Bible study on the Gospel according to St.
Luke. The class consists of lecture and ample
opportunity for questions and participation. Join us!
12 Noon - Holy Eucharist
*For those who are homebound and desire to receive Holy Communion and/or Unction.
PLEASE do not hesitate to call or email Fr. Nick. Many of you cannot
attend on a regular basis due to health issues. But please call if you want a
visit. It is one of the most rewarding duties of the priesthood.
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Upcoming Activities
*Mens Group*
Open to all
men in the parish; please join us as we study The Holiness of God by R.C. Sproul. This series explores God's character, leading to new insights on sin,
justice, and grace. Dr. R.C. Sproul says, "The holiness of God affects every
aspect of our lives - economics, politics, athletics, romance - everything with
which we are involved." For more information, visit www.ligonier.org Next meeting is Saturday, March 20th! Please join us!
A Walk Through the Life of Christ, Sunday, March 28th, from 2-4PM on the the church lawn.
Stop by the parish hall and look at the selection of Lenten books and devotions
available. All proceeds will benefit our Haitian Missions.
Other Announcements
Please remember to complete and turn in your parish surveys.
These will greatly assist our future outreach efforts.
Our welcome packets have also been updated and improved. If you know of someone
who might be interested in St. A & M, feel free to take a “Welcome” folder
from the narthex.
Vestry meets the third Monday of each month in the Parish Hall, 7:30PM; The next meeting is next Monday (15th) at 7:30 p.m. in the parish
hall.
All Foyers groups are reminded to plan their next dinner for
this month. Due to the schedule last fall, our Foyers groups will remain the
same until May. If any parishioner would like to join Foyers now, please contact
Jane Baer.
Want to know more about the Anglican Catholic Church?
Join Fr. Nick for a course based on Archbishop Haverland’s Anglican
Catholic Faith and Practice. Classes will meet each Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. If interested in attending, please call or
email the parish office to register.
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Rev. Nicholas C. Athanaelos, Rector
( E-mail )
Rev. Michael C. Weaver Associate
( E-mail )
Rev.Jonathan Cook
Assistant
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When sending mail to the church, please send to 1607 Dewitt Avenue, Alexandria,
Virginia 22301. The Post Office does not deliver mail to 402 E. Monroe Avenue.
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Who We Are
Many
faithful Christians today are searching for a church home; a Church that preaches
and teaches the historic faith "once delivered"; a Church where
"Scripture", "Reason", and "Tradition" are not words that have to be
whispered.
Well, dear friend, we have great news!
The Church established by Jesus Christ is very much alive and well; a
Church faithful to the Word of God and unwilling to compromise on
matters of Faith, Morals, or Discipline; a Church rich in traditional
liturgy and worship; a Church that continues to follow the teachings of
Christ instead of those of the world.
The Church of St. Andrew & St.
Margaret is a vibrant, growing parish within the Anglican Catholic
Church located just outside our nation's capitol in the heart of
Northern Virginia.
If you are searching for a spiritual
home, we welcome you to join us for worship and study. You are also
encouraged to call or email our rector who will be most happy to answer
your questions.
We Welcome You in the Name of the Lord!
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