REMINDER: COMBINED 10 AM SERVICE THIS COMING SUNDAY FOLLOWED BY RECEPTION HONORING OUR RECTOR FR RODDY FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF SERVICE TO OUR PARISH.

Risen Life 
 
The Church’s joy does not end on Easter Day. On this First Sunday after Easter, often called Low Sunday, we begin to reflect more deeply on what the Resurrection means not only for Christ, but for us. Easter is not merely the remembrance of a past event. It is the beginning of a new life. Our Lord, “being raised from the dead dieth no more” (Romans 6:9), and all who are united to Him are called to share in that risen life even now.
 
In this Sunday’s Epistle, St. John reminds us that the Christian overcomes the world not by willpower alone, but by being born of God. The power to live faithfully comes from union with the Risen Christ. That life is given and sustained through what St. John calls “the water and the blood.” The Church has always understood this to point us to the Sacraments: in Holy Baptism, we are cleansed and made new; in the Holy Eucharist, we are nourished with the life of Christ Himself.
 
In the Gospel, the Risen Lord appears in the midst of His disciples and says, “Peace be unto you.” He comes not in anger, but in mercy, bringing peace, faith, and joy to His Church. He still does the same for us. Low Sunday reminds us that Easter is meant to become a way of life. We are called not only to celebrate the Resurrection, but to live as those who have been made new in Christ.
 
May this Easter season renew in us a deeper love for the sacraments, a greater devotion to worshiping God, and a more steadfast confidence in the peace of the Risen Lord.
 
I would be remiss if I did not note that this coming Low Sunday is Fr. John Roddy's last with us as Rector.  We often teach that the sacraments leave indelible marks on our souls.  Fr. Roddy has left an indelible mark on our parish during his tenure — in the reverent offering of the Holy Sacrifice, in the steady preaching of the Faith, in pastoral care, in teaching, in encouragement, and in the quiet constancy by which a priest helps shape the spiritual life of a congregation often in ways seen and unseen. His ministry has helped form not only the outward life of our parish, but also the hearts and souls of those entrusted to his care.
 
We give thanks to Almighty God for his years of faithful service, and we pray that as this chapter of parish life begins to draw to a close, the fruits of his ministry will continue to abide among us for many years to come.

-- Fr. Chris Fish


All things come of the, O Lord, and of thine own have we given thee
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SERVICES & EVENTS

This Sunday April 12 (Low Sunday) a combined service at 10 AM will take place at St. Andrew & St. Margaret of Scotland. (There will be no services at 9 nor 11:15 AM.) Following the combined service there will be a special reception honoring our  Rector Fr. John Roddy for his many years of service to us and to the parish.

Monday, 7:30 PM, undercroft, Discussion on the Saints, with Fr. Bragg, all are invited even if you have not been to prior discussions. For online participation go to https://www.facebook.com/saintsofscotland

Wednesday at Noon – Holy Communion and anointing for healing

Saturday, April 18, 8:30 AM, Men's Breakfast, cooked by the one and only breakfast chef extraordinaire Claude Crump, and an always inspirational Bible study by Father Bragg; good food, good fellowship, and great Bible study!

Monday, April 27, 7:30 p.m. Vestry Meeting, undercroft

Thursday, April 30, 7:30 PM, undercroft,  Inquirers class (everyone invited): Since Bishop Johnson will visit the Parish on Sunday, June 14 to offer the rites of Confirmation and Reception. Father Chris will be offering an Inquirers’ Class leading up to the Bishop's visit. This class will introduce and explore the life, faith, and practice of the Anglican tradition using Archbishop Haverland's primer, Anglican Catholic Faith and Practice. Together we will look at the foundations of the Christian faith, the meaning of the sacraments, the structure of the Church, and the distinctive spirituality of Anglican worship shaped by the Book of Common Prayer. It is also an opportunity to ask questions, reflect on one’s own faith journey, and grow in understanding of what it means to live the Christian life within our Church. While the class will prepare those who wish to be confirmed and received into the Anglican Catholic Church, anyone who wants to learn more about Anglican faith and practice is warmly invited. If you are new to the parish, exploring Anglicanism for the first time, or attending for years and like a deeper understanding of the Church’s life and teaching, this class is for you. Please let Fr. Chris know if you would like to attend.

**** Great summer camp for your children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews: 

Anglican Youth Summer Camp
June 21-27, 2026
Camp Hanover - 3163 Parsleys Mill Road Mechanicsville, VA 23111 
Cost - $625 for 1 week overnight all meals and lodging included
Ages 8-15 as of June 1, 2026
more details and registration at: www.dmas-acc.org

 
MaRiH Crisis Pregnancy Center: Updated
Critical Needs & More
Instead of presenting the whole list of needs, we are emphasizing the critical needs that MaRiH Center has and listing some other needs. The critical needs list below has just been updated:
Diapers, sizes 5 and 6
Spring/Simmer clothing (Boys & Girls), size 0-3 months, size 2T 
Baby Wipes
Baby Blankets
Baby formula: Similac Advance Formula
Bibs: toddler
Other needs:
Diapers, newborn, 1, 2, 3, 4
Spring/Summer Clothing, 3-6 month, 9-12 month, 18-24 month, 
Bibs, infant
Maternity clothes (Spring/Summer)
Wash cloths
Hooded towels
Diaper rash ointment
There are two options for helping the Center with these needs! 
 
Option 1 
Amazon has all the specific items needed. You can order the specific item(s) and have them delivered directly to the Center.  

The MaRiH Center
3230B Duke Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-4521
703-370-4774

Option 2 
Go to your local store, purchase the items requested and drop them off at church on Sunday. We will deliver them to the MaRIH Center.
 
 
Food Bank Needs
 
The food bank continues to need our assistance to feed the hungry. Please help this month with a food donation if you are able. Those we help feed are very thankful for the food we provide to them each month. Please also buy low sugar cereals (and not the kid's types that have lots of sugar). Also lower sodium products are better and more healthy.

Current needs include the following:
canned meats (chicken, corned beef, spam)
peanut butter
jelly
tuna
canned vegetables (corn, green beans - (regular and low sodium)
individual fruit cups (low sugar)
canned fruit (low sugar)
canola or vegetable oil (48 oz)
boxed cereal (low sugar) and instant or old fashioned oatmeal (18 oz or 42 oz)
pasta (regular and gluten-free):
instant potatoes
single serving fruit juice
macaroni & cheese
soups: Chunky or Progresso,noodle soup; chicken broth, cream of mushroom
coffee, cooking oil, flour, sugar


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