Spring is upon us. Have you toured the new garden extension of the Woodland Chapel? The new space runs along Douglass Drive. This extension is in the beginning stages. A wildflower area will be incorporated in the northern corner. The Working Group is inviting you, members of the congregation, who are gardeners and are interested to join us. Subjects to be discussed are new plant selections, placement, design ideas, irrigation, and maintenance. Please join to sow some great ides. Questions? Please contact Deborah Page.
ADULTS
Sunday Forum
Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am for Sunday Forums, enriching presentations and discussion exploring our community and faith. You can also select and watch our recorded Sunday Forums.
Lenten Sunday Forum
From Grief to Joy: Songs of Lament
March 1, 8, and 15 at 9:15 am in Shears Hall
Lament, a passionate expression of grief and sorrow, is increasingly becoming a lost art in our culture. Join the Rev. Andrew Moore on March 1, 8, and 15 as we explore this important form of prayer. Using examples of lament in the psalms, bible stories, and popular culture, we will discover the power of lament and write our own songs of lament.
Hybrid Bible Study
Wednesdays from Noon to 1:00 pm In Person (Smoot Conference Room) AND on Zoom
Join us as we delve more deeply into the Gospel of Matthew, which we hear on Sunday mornings this year. What can we learn by looking more closely at these familiar stories? We will use the Yale Bible Study resources as a guide. If attending in person, fell free to bring your lunch. Join on Zoom.
- Feb. 25: Matthew 4–8 - The Sermon on the Mount
- Mar. 4: Matthew 9–11 - Mighty Deeds of Jesus
- Mar. 11: Matthew 12–13 - Controversies and Parables
- Mar. 18: Matthew 14–16 - Feeding the Hungry, Building the Church
- Mar. 25: Matthew 17–20 - Creating Beloved Community
- Apr. 1 & April 8: NO BIBLE STUDY
- Apr. 15: Matthew 21–25 - Stories of the End
- Apri. 22: Death and Resurrection of Jesus
Fourth Sunday Study
Sunday, February 22 from 9:10 to 10:00 am; In Person in Smoot Conference Room AND on Zoom
Join us for this formation offering on the fourth Sunday of the month. Led by parishioners and using resources from the Yale Bible Study series, Women in the Bible will “shed new light on familiar characters like Mary Magdalene, Sarah, and others who are less well known to many Bible readers.” There is no required preparation, and you are welcome to attend any or all of the discussions. If you would like to join on Zoom, please watch your Wednesday email, or contact the Parish Office.
Landscape Improvement Working Group
Sunday, February 22 at Noon in Smoot Conference Room
Booklovers Discussion
Tuesday, February 24 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
Join us for a discussion of Harlem Shuffle. Award-winning author Colson Whitehead set his 2022 novel in 1960’s New York City. The story of a small business owner in Harlem explores issues of ambition and morality, race and power, family and loyalty, all in the context of a crime novel.. For the Zoom link, please contact Nancy Simon.
- Mar. 26 - Last Orders by Graham Swift
- Apr. 28 - Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Caring Close Knit Crafters (CCKC)
Thursday, March 12 at 10:30 am AND 7:00 pm in Smoot Conference Room
CCKC is expanding hours to enable working folks to enjoy the fun and fellowship while working on projects like knitting, crocheting, needlepointing, painting, and mending. In addition to our regular group meeting at 10:30 am on the second Thursday of each month we’re introducing a second opportunity at 7:00 pm. We hope you will mark your calendar and join us. Bring a friend! Questions? Please contact the Parish Office.
RESERVE YOUR SPACE
Day Trippers Excursion: DACOR Beacon House
Monday, March 16
Join a special excursion to this historic mansion that has long served as a gathering place for foreign affairs and diplomatic professionals. Trippers should meet at St. John’s at 10:00 am to carpool. The house curator, TJ Holland, will lead our exclusive tour at 11:00 am, sharing insights into the building’s history and its many famous residents. Following the tour, we’ll enjoy a fixed-price ($40) lunch at noon. Only 14 tickets available! Reserve by March 9 by sending your payment to Tim Barwick with “DACOR” on the check memo line. Questions? Contact Greg Dole nor Deborah Page.
