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Did You Know?
Spring Cleaning
Spring is the time for cleaning up after the long cold winter, at least that is what we've always heard! Where does this tradition come from? Gregory McNamee from the Encyclopedia Brittanica Blog tells us a little of the history of Spring Cleaning:
In times past, when people kept their houses shut tight against the cold of winter, heated them with coal and oil and wood, and lighted them with candles, the coming of spring signaled a welcome opportunity to make a dingy habitation fresh again. On the first warm, dry day of the season, everybody in the family-that is, everyone in the family who had survived the ravages of the cold season-would pitch in to pull every stick of furniture and scrap of cloth outside. Then, armed with brooms and washrags, one squad of housecleaners would return to the house, sweeping and scrubbing every corner and washing down the walls, while another would air out linens, remove soot and ash from couches and chairs, dust books and paintings, and mend a few items on the run.
Fascinating! What ways do you spruce up for the arrival of warmer weather? Look for the topic at the Diocesan Facebook or Twitter page or in the Our News section of the website (scroll paste the yellow box!) to share your ideas!
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Reminders for Upcoming Events
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Today in Liturgy:
Catherine of Sienna
April 29, 1380
 | St. Catherine of Siena,
by anonymous painter, 19th century |
Catherine Benincasa, born in 1347, was the youngest (note from author: one source says the 23rd) of twenty-five children of a wealthy dyer of Sienna (or Siena). At the age of six, she had a vision of Christ in glory, surrounded by His saints. From that time on, she spent most of her time in prayer and meditation, over the opposition of her parents, who wanted her to be more like the average girl of her social class. Eventually they gave in, and at the age of sixteen she joined the Third Order of St. Dominic (First Order = friars, Second Order = nuns, Third Order = laypersons), where she became a nurse, caring for patients with leprosy and advanced cancer whom other nurses disliked to treat.
She began to acquire a reputation as a person of insight and sound judgement, and many persons from all walks of life sought her spiritual advice, both in person and by letter. For more on Catherine of Sienna, please follow this link.
PRAYER (traditional language)
Everlasting God, who didst so kindle the flame of holy love in The heart of blessed Catherine of Siena, as she meditated on the passion of thy Son our Savior, that she devoted her life to the poor and the sick, and to the peace and unity of the Church: Grant that we also may share in the mystery of Christ's death, and rejoice in the revelation of His Glory, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
PRAYER (contemporary language)
Everlasting God, who so kindled the flame of holy love in the Heart of blessed Catherine of Siena, as she meditated on the passion of your Son our Savior, that she devoted her life to the poor and the sick, and to the peace and unity of the Church: Grant that we also may share in the mystery of Christ's death, and rejoice in the revelation of His Glory, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Psalm 36:5-10 or 16:5-11 1
John 1:5--2:2
Luke 12:22-24,29-31 (St2) |
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Parishes Seeking...
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Oriental is looking for a Choir Director. Salary is $100 per week. There is an organist and pianist in place. Please call Dick AhKao, Senior Warden, at 252-249-2857 or Jean White at 252-249-6588 if qualified and interested in the position.
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Important Links:
Find campus ministry at any college in NC.
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Continuing Response to NC Tornadoes
As eastern NC tornado cleanup and debris removal moves into its third day, Cliff Harvell, Disaster Response Construction Superintendent, reports that he needs upwards of 100 volunteers per day to help with this work. The NC Disaster Response Team is asking that ERT-trained leaders bring trained or untrained volunteers to continue response to extensive damage caused by EF2 and EF3 tornadoes that devastated six NC counties.
Volunteers can come as day teams or for longer stays. For teams that plan to stay overnight, volunteer accommodations will be provided.
Volunteers should meet at First UMC, 304 W 2nd St, Washington NC 27889 at 9:00 AM each morning to receive work assignments.
Please wear sturdy clothing and shoes and bring work gloves. Heavy duty yard tools are good to bring.
If you have questions, please contact Ann Huffman at 888-440-9167 or disasterresponse@nccumc.org.
On behalf of UMCOR and NCCUMCDRM, thank you for your service to Christ and those in need through this vital ministry. |
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Upcoming events:
(more events listed on the left side of this newsletter and under "Upcoming Event" on the Website.)
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Youth and Young Adult News and Events
June 24-28:
PYEMS (link is to a PDF information sheet and registration)
July 8 - 16:
EYE/PYE- The delegation of 14 young people and 3 adults will be heading to the Diocese of Pennsylvania this summer. This group represents 4 of 5 deaneries and a good cross section of the Diocese.
September 20:
yOUThREACH 2014
October 17:
Happening #64
November 14-16:
Fall Conference
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