[ECOTA] News and notes, February 19, 2007

Mon Feb 19 21:25:20 EST 2007

I invite youŠ to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and
repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and
meditating on God¹s holy Word. (from the Ash Wednesday liturgy)

Dear People and Friends of the Advocate --

Here¹s what¹s happening in the days ahead (new information is printed in
PURPLE) A calendar for Lent at the Advocate is attached for updates and
further information, visit our website: www.ouradvocate.org.

Shrove Tuesday, February 20
    Dessert potluck and burning of the palms. Bring along a dessert or any
other beverage or food you may be ³giving up for Lent² and help with the
burning of the palms in the fire place at Ephesus Place. 7PM.

Ash Wednesday, Feb 21
    Contemplative Prayer at Ephesus Place. Open to all, seasoned and novice
alike. Come and dwell with God. 6:00-6:45 PM.

    Holy Eucharist and the Imposition of Ashes. 7PM at the Kehillah.

Saturday, February 24
    Welcoming the Sabbath   "Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy" is,
for many of us, one of the least-observed commandments.  During Saturday
evenings in Lent, the Rev. Liz Dowling-Sendor will lead an Evening Prayer
liturgy and provide a time when we can reflect on how we might "remember and
keep" the Sabbath as part of our Lenten observance. 6 PM at Ephesus Place

Sun., Feb 25           Lent One

3:30 PM         Set up of the worship space and rehearsal of music for the
day.

3:30 PM    Set-up of worship space at the Kehillah and Rehearsal of music
for the day.

4:00 PM   Christian Education

    Toddlers  5 and under Our littlest learners will meet with Elizabeth
Lippincott and parent assistants for songs, stories and games.

    6-10 year-olds will meet with Buck Cooper and with Laurea and the older
kids, too, to play, and to learn and reflect on some of the great stories of
our faith.

    11  16 year olds will meet with Laurea Glusman and with Buck and the
younger kids, too, to enjoy fellowship, and to learn and reflect on some of
the great stories of our faith.

    Adult Ed  The Adults will gather in the west wing for the first session
of the series on "Tikkun Olam," a Jewish concept that means "repair of the
world."  During the five Sundays of Lent, we will explore a variety of areas
that cry out for repair.  On the first Sunday of Lent, we begin the series
with a discussion of how to gain a vision of the world, repaired and whole,
by observing the Sabbath. "Tikkun Olam and the Sabbath," led by the Rev. Liz
Dowling-Sendor.

5:00 PM    Holy Eucharist  The Vicar will celebrate and preach. Child Care
and Education for 1-5 year-olds during the Liturgy of the Word.

6:20 PM    Advocate Table Fellowship ‹ Please plan to stay for supper
(provided by Dinner Group 2), fellowship and conversation.

7:00 PM     Head out into the world in Peace.

Other notes:

Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust: Preparing for your funeral.
As we reflect on our own mortality on Ash Wednesday, we are invited as well
to reflect on our funeral and burial plans -- cremation or not? Where would
the funeral be? Where would the burial be? What hymns or readings do you
want at your funeral? Forms will be available at the church, on the enews
and at Ephesus Place beginning Ash Wednesday and throughout Lent. Reflecting
on these things is sobering. You needn't plan the whole thing, but taking
time to think about it is important, and any thoughts or suggestions, any
guidance you provide, is also very helpful to your church, family and
friends in the event of your death.

Anti-Racism work continues At the conclusion of the Anti-Racism series,
several ideas emerged about how to continue our work and commitment
together. More information will follow soon.

Grant, most merciful Lord, to your faithful people pardon and peace, that
they may be cleansed from all their sins, and serve you with a quiet mind;
through Christ our Lord. (from the Book of Occasional Services Ash Wednesday
blessing).

Lisa+

The Rev. Lisa G. Fischbeck
Vicar
The Episcopal Church of the Advocate
P.O. Box 9
Carrboro, NC 27510

web: www.ouradvocate.org
Cell phone: 919-219-4437
email: lgf at ouradvocate.org

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