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St. Margaret's Church
February 1, 2012
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A note from Stewart.. 
When you type 'prayer' into Wikipedia, this is the first sentence you get: "Prayer, anglicized from Latin precatio, is a form of religious practice that seeks to activate a volitional rapport to a deity through deliberate communication."
Those big words kind of made me chuckle. More simply I think of prayer as my intentional communication with God, when I remember to do it or when I remember to notice that I have in fact been in a state of prayer all day long. I used to think that words humbly strung together in eloquent phrases were necessary to get God's attention. I'm over that now, and usually my prayers are simply one word exclamations like: Argh! Help! Thanks! or my favorite, Whatever!?
I pray a lot in the car and when I'm working in the garden. I can get into prayerful moments in conversations with other people on the journey of faith with me and even on Facebook. This week I've had a lot of prayer requests. That is a joy and burden of this priestly calling - holding things in prayer for people, sometimes in confidence. On Sundays I look out from my chair near the altar at all of your faces, and I'm easily overwhelmed with emotions ranging from joy to great sorrow. It is why we come here - to be with others on the journey in community.
So I have a question for you. How is your prayer life going?
And I have a request of you.
Pray for those in our community and let us know what prayer requests you have. Email those requests to info@st-margarets.org. We pray for those on our urgent needs list during the prayers of the people on Sunday. Others remain on our long-term prayer list or for those serving in our armed forces. If you would like to join our prayer chain, please contact Shelby Pritzlaff.
Know that the staff has you in our daily prayers.
Stewart+
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Come & See
Feb. 1 & 4
Join the Rev. Peter Mayer in downtown Annapolis for "Come and See" on this evening at 7:00 PM or Saturday morning, February 4 at 11:00 AM. Meet at the Alex Haley Memorial at City Dock. We will gather and talk briefly about the things Jesus did, and the things he taught his disciples to do. Then we will disperse by foot to go and see the world around us through God's eyes. We will then return and talk about the things we experienced. This promises to be a fun and exciting formation experience, showing us things about God that we might need to see. Please call Laura at (410)974-0200 TODAY to sign up-we don't want to leave anyone behind.
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 20's & 30's
Happy Hour & Dinner - Tonight - Feb. 1
If you are in your 20's or 30's, consider joining Rev. Stewart Lucas at the Paladar Latin Kitchen and Rum Bar in Annapolis for a happy hour at 5 p.m. tonight or for dinner at Zoe's Kitchen (across the parking lot) at 6 p.m. This social event will be a way to meet and visit with friends in the parish. To RSVP, email stewart@st-margarets.org or visit our Facebook group page and click on events.
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 J2A Chilli Cookoff -
Thanks for your support!
The 2nd Annual J2A Chili Cookoff was a rousing success last Saturday evening, with over a dozen chili recipes to taste and almost 100 tasters. The J2A pilgrimage earned almost $700 for their pilgrimage, including proceeds from the football jersey raffle.The 2012 Grand Champion is Amanda Freeland and her "White Bean Chicken Chili," which was also tops in the Healthy Alternative category. Leading the Family Style category was John Pedersen and his "John's Chili Internationale." The winning Spicy Hot Mama chili was made by Allison Mayer with her "Asian-Inspired Chili." Our thanks to all of the cooks, tasters, eaters, and "event staff" who made this a memorable evening.
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Nightwatch at St. John's in NYC - Feb. 11 & 12
Middle school age youth are invited to take a trip on Feb. 11/12 to St. John the Divine in Nwe York City for a Diocesan Nightwatch event including live music and midnight Eucharist. Cost is $55 that includes bus fare, dinner on Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday. For more information, email the Rev. Sarah Lamming at
sarah@st-margarets.org.
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Judith Meeder Memorial Concert on Feb. 12
Tenor Byron Jones and pianist Michael Adcock will present four performances of Schubert's monumental cycle Winterreise, to poems of Wilhelm Müller for the upcoming second annual Judith W. Meeder Memorial Concert. Written in 1827 near the end of Schubert's life, the cycle traces a poignant journey from youthful heartbreak to the nostalgia of a mature and reflective man. This work is so demanding of performers that it is rarely done in full. This is a chance to hear it wonderfully performed by two of our region's finest artists on Sunday, February 12, at 4 p.m. in the Church.
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Shrove Tuesday
Pancake Supper Feb.21
The Brotherhood of Andrew of St. Margaret's Church is once again sponsoring their annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner. This year's event will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the parish hall. Tickets are $6 at the door, $5 presale, and $3 for children. Tickets will be sold during services on Sunday through Feb. 19. For more information, contact Steve Brennan at Steve@ilimer.com.
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Lent - A Season of Compassion
Lent begins on February 22, Ash Wednesday. For the six weeks following and leading up to Holy Week and Easter, we will feature themes of compassion during this usually penitent and somber season. Our Adult Forums and weekly podcasts will reflect on different aspects of compassion as exercised in life and ministry. Adult formation opportunities will take place on both Monday morning and Wednesday evening, and our Holy Week will feature daily Eucharists, a Seder meal on Thursday and a very special Good Friday experience. All this leads up to Easter Sunday, April 8. Please look for more news on Lent: A Season of Compassion in next month's Spire, as well as future bulletins and Dragontales.
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 Scout Sunday - Feb. 19
If you are a youth or adult actively involved in Scouting, please make plans to attend the 9 a.m. service on February 19 in uniform and potentially assist with ushering or readings. More information will be available in future editions of Dragon Tales and in the Sunday School classes.
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 Centering Prayer Workshop with Bishop Eugene Sutton
Do you find God in the silence? Is your spirit fed by stillness and meditation? Start your Lent off with compassion for yourself and
register for a centering prayer workshop led by the Rt. Rev. Eugene Sutton at Church of the Ascension in Westminister, MD on Saturday, February 25, from 8:30 AM until 3:00 PM. Registration closes on Feb. 22. Please contact St. Margaret's parishioner and attendee Judi Tanner for more information or to arrange carpools.
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 Giving for H.O.P.E. - UPDATE As 2012 begins, there has been no let up in the needs of county residents for Project H.O.P.E. Based on their last year's numbers of families and the first month of Jan. 2012, the need is greater than ever. Due to the large number of clothing requests for school-age children and their families, they are very low on winter sweat pants, sweat shirts, long pants and jeans, hooded sweats, and winter jackets in both adult and children's sizes. They also need infant sizes 0 to 18 months and children's clothes from 24 months to 6 T. The giving box is in the narthex of the church. Thank you for your continued generosity. |
 St. Margaret's Seniors (55+) & USNA's South Pacific St Margaret's Seniors are welcome to attend the Naval Academy's performance of SOUTH PACIFIC at 3 PM on Sunday, Feb. 26 at Mahan Hall on the Academy grounds. Following the musical, refreshments will be served at the home of Jim & Beth Knorr. Cost for the show is $15. Please get your reservation and payment to Jim Knorr by February 5th. Transportation into the Naval Academy will be organized. For more information, contact the Knorrs at 410-757-4549. |
 Next Parents' Night Out from J2A Feb. 10
Need a break from the kids? J2A is hosting Kids' Fun Night every second Friday of the month through May from 6 to 10 p.m. There will be activities and games, a movie, and snack. Cost is $25 for the first child and $10 for each additional per family. Everyone must be potty-trained. Funds raised will go towards the J2A Pilgrimage in 2012. Please pre-register by sending an email to: J2AFunNights@gmail.com with the dates, names and ages of attendees. |
 J2A Youth
Recycling Program
The SMC Youth is collecting used printer cartridges, cell phones, and other small electronics for a recycling fundraiser to support the J2A pilgrimage. Look for collection boxes in the narthex, the parish hall, and the administrative office. (Cords and straps need to be removed.)
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 St. Margaret's on Facebook: Official "Page" and "Group"
Topics on the SMC Facebook Page This Week: Beautiful music, New Year's traditions, change in the church, and record breaking donations!
We hope by now you have "liked" our new St. Margaret's Episcopal Church Page and have "joined" our St. Margaret's Facebook Group Page. The Group page has included some really interesting dialogue among clergy and parish members.
Our new main page is for the general public and our members, providing daily information on and photos from events, programs, and activities. Please "like" this page if you are a Facebook user and "share" it with your FB friends. Anyone from anywhere in the world can like our page, and the more "likes" we have, the more we are able to spread the news about the many good things happening at St. Margaret's.
Our Facebook group is really for our SMC members, and now includes daily postings from clergy in hopes of building interaction and engagement among members. If you are not a part of this group yet, you can ask to "join" and we will "approve" your membership.
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Attendance
Last Sunday
374
Average 2012
388
up 13.1%
from 2011
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Church Calendar
Feb. 1 & 4
Come and See
Feb. 1
20's & 30's
HH & dinner
Feb. 10-12
Men's Retreat
Claggett Center
Feb. 10
Parent's Night Out
Feb. 11/12
Nightwatch in NYC
Feb. 12
Der Winterreise
Feb. 21
Pancake Supper
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Quick Links
www.st-margarets.org
Ephiphany 2012 Newsletter
2011-12 Concert Series
Readings for Sunday
Diocese of Maryland
The Episcopal Church
Sermons online
Facebook
Pray for those serving in the Armed Forces.
If you have someone to add to this special prayer list, please
email the office.
Chris Watson
Jay Miller Alan Mangan Brett Canfield James Thomas
Ross Thomas
Kathryn Monti
Margaret Morton
Christopher Saroch
Jerome F. Smith, III
Jacob Munsey
Pete Schiefelbein
Tucker Faddis
Michael Missler
Michael Kennedy
Tim Brown
Ryan Tuttle
Rory Badger
Glen McInerney
Shaanel Saroch
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Sign Up for Spring Foyers
Patterned after a concept developed at Coventry Cathedral in England, Foyers are small informal groups that gather in members' homes to share a meal and conversation, allowing participants to get to know other parishioners. Here at St Margaret's we have two active Foyers programs:
- Adult Foyers - Small groups of 6-8 people, both singles and couples, meet for three or four lunches or dinners between March and October.
- Family Foyers - A group for families who would like to include their children and meet for lunches, picnics, or dinners and also meet between March and October.
For more information or to register for the adult Foyers Group, please contact: Susan Roberts at 410-573-1581 roberts.susan1948@gmail.com or by Feb 12.
For more information or to register for the Family Foyers Group, please contact: Tricia Shilling at mdbucks@msn.com or 410-757-5996 by Feb 12.
If you cannot continue in Foyers this year, please let us know so we can remove your name from the list.
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Participants Schedule
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February 5
7:30 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: John Willard, Joan Rich
Lector: Spencer Johnson
9:00 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: Michelle Sanderson, Katy Strother
Lector 1: Suzy Trask
Lector 2: Myrna Bein
Acolytes: Annie Bowers, Joseph Macris, Calvin Mohler, Emma Munsey, Caleb Munsey
11:15 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: Phil Meeder, Emil Saroch
Lector 1: Edith Edson
Lector 2: Doug Campbell
Coffee Hour Hosts: Sarah Hyde, Izzy Winn, Joan Swecker, Pam Blumenthal
Altar Guild: Karen Gosnell, Barbara Schneider, Emily Decker, Janie Kennedy
Altar Flowers: Mollie Benz Flounlacker
February 12
7:30 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: Jim Reising, Karen Gosnell
Lector: Ann Lallande
9:00 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: Beth Knorr, Julie Svendsen
Lector 1: Arvilla Wubbenhorst
Lector 2: Bud Billups
Acolytes: Annie Bowers, Bailey Barcome, Malcolm Huntley, Alex Mohler, Abigail Wenz
11:15 AM
Eucharistic Ministers: Michelle Sanderson, Jim Hall
Lector 1: Chris Edwards
Lector 2: Michelle Sanderson
Coffee Hour Hosts: Bev Rambo, Eric Naeseth, Emma Smith, Bob Sanderson
Altar Flowers: Margaret Ziegler
Altar Guild: Janet Churchill, Jan Little, Maude Bowie Hays
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