Members In The News
ALTAR GUILD NEWS
Taylor Parks Elementary School, recipient of scarves and mittens that everyone so graciously donated, was very appreciative of our generous donation.
A big thank you to everyone who helped to make our 'Bake Sale' on Sunday, February 13th a success.
Our college students were in for a great Valentine Treat when they opened their boxes. Thanks ladies for all your help.
We are welcoming donations for goodies being sent to soldiers through Wednesday March 9th.
Be sure and circle the calendar for the Woman of the Year Luncheon, March 15th. The Altar Guild is very honored to have Sue Fraser as Angelica's Woman of the Year.
For those interested in attending our meeting, the next one is scheduled for Wednesday, March, 9th at 6:00pm before the 7:00pm Midweek Lenten Service.
The Altar Guild will again be selling Easter flowers to adorn our altar. They may be placed in honor or memory of a loved one or simply for blessings received. Look for a flyer in the weekly bulletin soon.
Thanks to all for your continued support!
OVER 50 GROUP
The Over 50 group would like to send out an invitation to anyone wishing to join our fun group. We meet the second and fourth Monday of every month at 12 noon. Refreshments are served and we play pinochle until about 3pm. Both Men and Women are invited to join our group. Come see what fun we have each and every time!
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USHER CLUB NEWS
Thanks to the Women’s Guild for their donation to re-stock our pantry. The Ushers Club will also make a donation to re-supply things.
A gift to the Ushers Club was given in Memory of Gloria Strobel from John & Jean Seamos. Thank you and God Bless your family.
Dale Eising - Ushers Club
THE STEERING COMMITTEE
PRAYER VIGIL - MARCH 5TH
Saturday, March 5th, everyone in invited to gather in the Sanctuary for a Prayer Vigil.
A Prayer Vigil is a special time set aside for concentrated prayer. The Prayer Vigil at Angelica will be held in hourly portions from 10 AM until 3 PM. During each hour, a Prayer Leader will guide the participants in devotions, song, and Bible readings. Everyone is invited to attend to pray for all the needs and concerns.
If you have a personal concern for which you would like to pray or to suggest for others to join in prayer, please fill out a Prayer Request. You can leave your request at the office or with Pastor Holls.
YOUTH GROUP NEWS
The first weekend in November, Colleen and I took four youth members to Concordia University for Youth ministry. The youth’s had a very good time and were able to stay with some campus students.
The Halloween Party the youth put on was very successful. We had about 20 kids and their parents. We had games, crafts, and food. The theme this year for the Halloween Party was Scooby Do.
After the holidays, the youth group will be starting to collect food and things for the Ronald McDonald House. We will give you more information in January.
DOWNRIVER COMMUNITY VOICES CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Come One, Come All to Downriver Community Voices "Christmas around the World 2010." The concert is Sunday December 12th at 4pm. Tickets are available for $10 at the door, or see David Hufford or Kathy Cicotte for advance purchase.
WOMEN”S GUILD NEWS
On Sunday, February 27th, Angelica’s fabulous Chili Cook-off contest took place. There was over a dozen different varieties of chili, at least one of which matched everyone’s taste. Some were very spicy (that’s why Tums were available), some were mild, but most were in-between. There was even extra-healthy turkey chili available. The winners of the cook-off will be listed in the next newsletter. Everyone appeared to have a great time. The Women’s Guild especially thanks all those who participated either by making a pot of chili or as serving as judge (read - those brave enough to try the chili). And we had so much fun that we are already looking forward to next year’s contest.
In other news, the Women’s Guild, along with many in the congregation, is looking forward to attending the Women of the Year luncheon at the Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township on Tuesday, March 15th. Sue Fraser, chosen to represent Angelica, will be honored at that luncheon. Miss Katie Stam, Miss America for 2009, will be the guest speaker. Her topic is “My Faith and My Journey”.
On Wednesday, March 23rd, the Women’s Guild will serve luncheon immediately following the 11 a.m. Lenten service. We invite, and encourage, everyone to attend both the Lenten service and the lunch.
We look forward to seeing you at our next Guild meeting on Wednesday, March 2nd at 1:00 p.m. All are invited. The meetings are held in the church lounge.
OUTREACH COMMITTEE
BLESSED MEALS
If you know of anyone in need who would benefit by a prepared meal during the time of illness, injury, bereavement or crisis, contact Bernadette Herbort 734-282-3533. This is NOT just for members of Angelica. If you know ANYONE, a neighbor, friend, relative - this can benefit anyone we know that is in need!!!
GARDEN CLUB NEWS
November 2010 is a special time for the Garden Club - it was 30 years ago when a group of caring, concerned members joined together to form the Angelica Garden Club dedicated to helping care for the church grounds. It takes much time and energy to plan, plant and maintain the grounds the Lord has given to us to beautify.
The fountains in the Courtyard and the Nativity scene were donated by generous church members: the cross was originally over the Park Avenue entrance to the church.
Over the years, we have made many friends and developed relationships with each other by working together in the gardens and on fundraisers to pay for our materials and supplies - flower sales, rummage sales, ice cream socials, selling light bulbs & “magic cloths”, and even publishing a cookbook.
Along with the work there is much satisfaction in seeing the plants flourish and watching their beauty develop.
Our group has grown smaller as we age and lose members. We are always happy to welcome new hands and faces. Please feel free to join us!
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF LENT
Lent is the fourth season of the Christian year. Its length is the 40 days preceding Easter Day, not counting Sundays. This means Lent always begins on a Wednesday, known as Ash Wednesday.
Lent commemorates Jesus’ fast and temptation in the wilderness of Judea Province, which, according to the Gospel, lasted 40 days. Just as Jesus confronted his temptations during these 40 days, Lent helps Christians focus on our most basic need as sinners: forgiveness.
The only way our Lord’s forgiving power can become effective in our lives is by our taking the initiative to confront our sins, confess them and repent of them. In short, Lent is a season of penitence.
Some Christians fast during Lent. This denial of bodily comforts can help encourage self-reflection about the need for Jesus’ forgiveness.
THE SEASON OF LENT BEGINS WITH ASH WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9th
On the Wednesday mornings (11am) and evenings (7pm) of Lent special services will be held with the theme People of the Passion.
The Passion (Suffering) of Jesus Christ was all about people. Jesus suffered and died for all kinds of people. All kinds of people had a hand in His suffering and death. All kinds of people were there.
We will gather to ponder Jesus’ Passion, reaching its most important point in His death and His resurrection. We will do so by looking closely at several people of the Passion. We will ask you to put yourself in their places. Imagine that you were there - a part of the Passion of Jesus Christ. See what that teaches you about His sacrifice.
All are encouraged to attend these services as we prepare for the celebration of our salvation accomplished for us by Jesus on Easter.
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