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THE
NEWS LETTER OF HERMON CHURCH
Dear Family,
What
a wonderful Springtime we are having! The emergence of the sun
through the clouds this past Sunday was like a tonic for my spirits.
I am reminded of when George Santayana, a philosopher and professor
at Harvard, was delivering his last lecture to a packed hall. Toward
the end of his remarks, he glanced out the window, abruptly stopped
his lecture, picked up his hat and headed for the door, with the
statement, “I have an appointment with April.” Easter will soon be
upon us (Read carefully the schedule of Holy Week services.). What a
perfect time to celebrate new life in the midst of the annual
victory of Spring over the bleakness of Winter!
The
Session is busy preparing for the interim period. Surveys indicate
that most Hermon we have an involved laity which is stepping up and
assuming valuable roles for the interim period. Ed will be in the
pulpit; Sandra Shaw will cover emergencies; the laity are ready,
willing and able to lead the church.
Robin and I want to invite you all to our home for an open house on
Saturday, April 25th, 2 to 4 pm. (Directions below).
Please RSVP to 703-533-0132, line #3, or
revgfb@verizon.net
It
is painful, but also a great joy to worship, fellowship, and witness
with you in these last four weeks. How neat that in my final month
as a parish minister that I get to do a baptism (Fiona Sophie,
Buxton), a wedding (Mariel Davenport), and welcome three new members
(Bernard and Eric Bailey, Henri Beenhakker.)!
Your
love, responsiveness and faithfulness have been an inspiration to
Robin and to me. We want to party with you to celebrate our ministry
together.
His and yours,
Graham
Directions to
the Graham’s and Robin’s home.
Via Chain
Bridge: On the Virginia side of the bridge go straight on to Glebe
Road (Rte. #120 ). Continue on to Lee Highway. Turn right on Lee
Highway ( Rte. #29). Go through the light at Harrison Street, and
turn left at the next light at Lexington Street. Go down the hill to
22nd Street. Turn right. Our home is the second house on
the second block on the right (5909 N. 22nd Street).
Via #495:
Beltway to #66 East. Exit at Lee Highway. Turn left (East) as you
exit from #66. Go East on Lee Highway. Turn right on Nottingham
Street (Alphabetical streets in reverse order.). Go down the hill.
Turn left on 22nd Street. Our home second on the left.
APRIL WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Sunday, April
5th, Palm Sunday Service.
Dr. Bardsley will be preaching on
“Call the Riot Squad!!!!!!!” ( Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew
21:1-17.). Palms will be distributed. The Sacrament of Holy
Communion will be observed.
Thursday,
April 9th, Maundy Thursday Service at 7:30 pm.
There will be a reflection on
Jesus’ words, “Do This in Remembrance of Me”, as we commemorate the
final Passover that he shared with his disciples.
Friday, April
10th, Good Friday Service at Noon to 1:00 pm.
The service will be divided into
twenty minute segments for those who cannot remain the whole time.
The reflections will be on the account in the Gospel of Luke.
Sunday, April
12th, Easter Sunday.
Sonrise Service at 7:00 am in the
cemetery, with a continental breakfast to follow; Bible class on the
Easter accounts at 9:30 am; Easter egg hunt at 10:30 am; Traditional
Easter Service at 11:00 am Dr. Bardsley will be preaching on “He is
Risen Indeed!!!!!” ( I Corinthians 15: 1-8; john 20:1-18 ).
Sunday, April
19th, Second Sunday of Easter.
Dr. Bardsley will be preaching on “In
the Midst of Us” ( I John 1:1-5; John 20:19-31 ). The
Session will meet after the service.
Sunday, April
26th, Third Sunday of Easter.
Dr. Bardsley will preach on “Where
Are you Going?” (I John 3:1-7; Luke 24:36b-48 ). The Five Cents a
meal Offering will be presented. This will be the informal service
for the month, and Muriel Hom, Jim Erwin, and other musicians will
lead us in song.
WHAT ARE PRAYER SHAWLS?AWLS?
Recently Anne Eason learned of a practice whereby women in a church
knit prayer shawls. The shawls are then dedicated in the church
service and are anonymously given to people with physical,
psychological, or spiritual needs. As individuals in need wrap
themselves in the shawls they are reminded that they are wrapped in
the love of God
and the prayers
of their family in he church. There is no hint here of
supernaturalism, but rather a simple act of compassion by which
those in need are comforted and affirmed. Anne is inviting others to
join in this meaningful ministry. Call her at 301-365-1979.
LECTIONARY PASSAGES
The
lectionary is a cycle of passages that are used over a three year
period. Most of the main stream denominations use the lectionary,
and Ed Bauman will continue to use them as we have in the past. His
sermon titles and specific passages will be in he May issue of
News from the Steeple. Read ahead and we promise you that
worship will be more meaningful.
Eastertide continues until Pentecost. White is the liturgical color
for Easter, and red is the color for Pentecost, the color of fire
that enflamed the lives of the disciples and created the church.
May 3 Fourth
Sunday of Easter. Acts 4:5-12, Psalm 23, I John 3:16-24, John
10:11-18.
May 10 Fifth
Sunday of Easter. Acts 8:26-40, Psalm 22:25-31, I John 4:7-21,John
15:1-8.
May 17 Sixth
Sunday of Easter. Acts 10:4-48, Psalm 98, I John 5:1-6, John
15:9-17.
May 24 Seventh
Sunday of Easter. Acts 1:15-17, 21-26, Psalm 1, I John 5:9-13, John
17:6-19.
May 31
Pentecost. Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:22-17, John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15 (
also Ezekiel 37:1-14, Psalm 104:24-34 ).
DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A WEBSITE?
It
is in an early stage, but we are up and running. General information
will be carried on it, as well as current, information, including
edited versions of the newsletter.
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