February 15, 2010

Dear People of God,

As we approach the Lenten Season, I invite you to reflect with me on the gospel from Luke 9:35, “This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!”  How are we to listen to Jesus in this noisy world?  As your spiritual guide, I encourage you to walk with me in this path that will prepare us for Eastertide.  I have a few practical suggestions:

When you awake in the morning, sit beside your bed and say a prayer of thanksgiving for the gift of life.  Smile, and keep things in perspective.  Set your priorities for the day.  Connect with nature.  Take a walk.  Attempt to listen to chirping birds amidst adversity.  Be aware of yourself and your surroundings.

Lent is a reason for reflection and meditation.  Come walk with us.  Come worship with us at St. Chad’s.  Join us!

Shrove Tuesday – February 16 – Pancake Supper 5:30 pm; Ash Wednesday – February 17 – Disposition of Ashes 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm; Soup Suppers on Wednesday nights during Lent.

Then we will lead to Holy Week:  Tuesday, March 30 – Stations of the Cross – 7:00 pm; Maundy Thursday, April 1 – Foot Washing 7:00 pm; Good Friday, April 2 – Holy Communion Liturgy 7:00 pm; Holy Saturday, April 3 – Blessing of a New Fire and Whatsoever – 7:00 pm; Easter Day, April 4 – Sunrise Service – sunrise and Easter Service 9:00 am.

In His Service,

The Rev. Christian Villagomeza, Vicar