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The Rev. Mark H. Chattin, Rector
WORSHIP WITH US
Photo by Scott Anderson
Photo by Scott Anderson
It was on that first Pentecost that the disciples were gathered in the upper room, not sure what to do as Jesus had just left them and ascended into heaven. In this place of isolation and fear, the Holy Spirit came, described as fire and wind – the very breath of God. This experience empowered the disciples to exit the upper room and to bring the good news of Jesus Christ into the world. They were a changed people, who now fully embraced their faith.
The Holy Spirit does that for us as well. We are a changed people, inspired to live our faith through the Holy Spirit. It is this faith that will see us through all crises. Pentecost brings forth the best from us, sending us out as the Church – empowered by the life-giving Holy Spirit against the death dealing virus of the world.
Come, Holy Spirit, Come!
Keep the faith.
The Vestry has begun discussing reopening of the church building.
The bishop's task force will issue guidelines and directions.
It will be different - communion, singing, distancing, masks. We will give you updates.
Let us pray in unison:
"My Jesus, I believe that you are truly present in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar. I love you above all things, and long for you in my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though you have already come, I embrace you and unite myself entirely to you; never permit me to be separated from you. Amen."
Important information from the Diocese of New Jersey in this time of crisis.
The diocesan ECW annual meeting and UTO in-gathering on June 6 at 10 a.m. to noon has been moved to Zoom in accordance with pandemic restrictions.
You can register on Zoom here, or by phone at +1 301 715 8592 Meeting ID: 978 9307 8078
March 29 Fifth Sunday in Lent
April 5 Palm Sunday
April 9 Maundy Thursday
April 10 Good Friday
April 12 Easter Sunday
April 19 Second Sunday in Easter
April 26 Third Sunday in Easter
May 3 Fourth Sunday in Easter
May 17 Rogation Sunday
May 24 Seventh Sunday in Easter
May 31 Feast of Pentecost
The Archbishop of Canterbury offers daily reflections on Jesus, presented by influential Christians.
You can find the link here.
"It is Easter Sunday. It doesn't look like it, it doesn't smell like it, and it doesn't really feel like it, but it's Easter anyway. Churches are empty, there's no sight or smell of lilies, no children dressed in new clothes for Easter Day..."
The new Forward Day by Day books for May through July finally have arrived. If you want one mailed to you, call the church at 856-858-0491 and leave a message for Charlotte or email at holytrinity1@verizon.net.