Participating through leadership in worship this morning are:
Organist:
Greeters (St. M.): Anne Louise & Darren Blundon
Greeter (St. D.): Arnold MacLean
Lay Reader (St. M.): Irene MacIsaac
(St. D.): Margaret Ashford
Mission Moment (St. M.):
(St. D.): Karen Wagar
Lenten Candles (St. M.): Larry & Lucille Evans
Lenten Candles (St. D.) Kenzie MacLean & Hailey
Collectors (St. M.): Earl West, Andy Palmer,
Anne Louise & Darren Blundon
(St. D.): Sally Fox, Heather Deschenes
MINISTER’S OFFICE HOURS:
Monday 9-12 noon
Wednesday 9-12 noon at St. David’s You may drop by for a coffee.
Thursday 9 – 12 noon Friday – Minister’s Day Off
The Manse telephone number is 625-0407
Spiritual Practices for Lent
Forty Days for Getting Ready--resource for families http://marconf.ca/
Password: Purple1331
Sitting in Silence--St. Mark's 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. Sunday mornings
The Practice of Gratitude--The Examen borrow the book "Sleeping With Bread" to learn more
Morning Prayer--St. David's 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday mornings. Everyone welcome.
Holy Week worship services:
March 24 Palm/Passion Sunday
March 28 Maundy Thursday Potluck Supper and Table Communion St. David's 5:00 p.m.
March 29 Good Friday Worship St. Mark's 11:00 a.m.
Contemplative Corner St. Mark's sanctuary & St. David's Hall throughout Lent
Lectio Divina Bible Study Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. St. Mark's parlour
Prayer Shawl Knitting Circle Knitters and crocheters - gather together in the parlour of St. Mark’s on March 18th at 1 p.m. will be our next gathering.
March 31st – Easter Sunrise 6:30 a.m. followed by Easter Breakfast at Port Hastings Fire Hall
Easter Communion-St. Mark’s 9:30 a.m.; St. David’s 11:00 a.m.
March 27th – 10:30 Service at the Nursing Home.
ST. MARK’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lay Readers for the month of March:
March 17, 2013 – Malcolm Matheson
March 24, 2013 – Karen Mac Kinnon
March 31, 2013 – Larry Evans
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March 19th – St. Mark’s Congregational Board Meeting
Ways and Means—Time to Re-imagine. What are the “Ways” and the “Means” that will enable the ministries of St. Mark’s United Church? Everyone in St. Mark’s congregation is invited to come together to brainstorm and discuss possible new processes and projects that will both energize and fund the work of the church. Current Ways and Means Committee members, everyone who has been called upon to help with fundraising activities, Trustees and Finance Committee members, Board Members and anyone with an interest in or enthusiasm for stewardship are called upon to join with Nan as we “re-imagine” this important work. We will gather together on Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 p.m. in the hall. Please join us!
St. Mark's Christian Education Committee has undertaken the job of producing a digital photo directory. The purpose of this directory is to give Nan and newcomers to our Church a way of recognizing the members of our congregation. (St. David’s congregation is also joining in this project). We would appreciate the cooperation of every member and adherent of both congregations. This project will be concluded by the end of March and a PDF file will be sent to all members who have email. To facilitate this venture, please submit a recent photo of you or of you and your family to Camille Chapman, Kenzie MacLean or to the Church office. If you do not have a recent photo, please contact Camille (787-2610) and she will arrange to take a photo of you and your family. If we do not hear from you we will be calling you to arrange a sitting. Even if you are an occasional church attender, you are still important to us and we want to include you. Please help us to make this venture a success!
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ST. DAVID’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday School on the First and Last Sunday of each month.
St. David’s Lay Readers for the month of March:
March 17, 2013 – Kenzie Mac Lean
March 24, 2013 – Ian Mac Kinnon
March 31, 2013 – Bruce Corrigan
Hall Cleaners for March are Maxine Smith and Diane Mac Kinnon
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Temporary Same Day Appointment Primary Care Clinic at Strait Richmond Hospital for residents of Strait Richmond area who currently don’t have a family doctor. A doctor or nurse practitioner will be available to see patients who need test results or ongoing medical care starting Mon. Mar. 4 and Fri. Mar. 8 9 am—5 pm By Appointment Only. Call 625-7236. Please bring your health card, pills, and any other recent health information. Other Options:
• If you need a medication refill or a blood pressure check, please
contact your local pharmacy first for assistance.
• For routine immunizations including flu shots, call Public Health
Services at 625-1693
• For those receiving Continuing Care Services, services will not be
interrupted or discontinued. For more information call: 863-7332
or 863-7412
• For non urgent health conditions and health questions call 811
• If you require emergency medical attention dial 911
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Community Kitchens: How Foods Affect Blood Pressure
Do you or someone you know have high blood pressure, or are at risk for developing high blood pressure? Join us for an informative community kitchen session that is designed to help you learn about and control your blood pressure. These sessions are FREE and will help you to learn about the affect different foods can have on your blood pressure. You will also have the chance to cook and enjoy a delicious meal. Monday March 18th 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm At St. David’s United Church Hall, Port Hastings. Limited space. Please sign up by contacting: Chelsea Gillis at 863-7193 or email at chelsea.gillis@gasha.nshealth.
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Dementia and Alzheimer's Support Group for Family Caregivers
Do you care for a family member or friend at home? Do you visit a friend or family member in a nursing home regularly? Do you phone a friend or family member regularly to check on them? Does this person have Alzheimer's or another dementia? Then you are a Caregiver and there is support for you. The Strait Richmond Caregiver Support Group meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 2-4pm at the Strait Richmond Hospital Boardroom. If you would like to attend, have any questions, or need more information, please call JoAnne Connors with Caregivers NS at 631-3465
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Port Hastings Historical Society regular meeting rescheduled to Wed., Mar. 13 th at 7 pm. in the ground level conference room in the Professional Building, Church St., in Port Hawkesbury.
