eNews for Thursday, February 16
My Bailiwick
Dear Pilgrims,
Warren and I have been away this week for a few days of pre-Lent R&R. We didn’t go very far south—just to Chicago—but it is appreciably warmer here, and visiting the Garfield Conservatory spring flower show warmed our bones. Tonight we’re going to the Chicago Magic Lounge for dinner and a magic show! We’ll be back Friday evening, ready to dive into the busy Lenten Season.
Last Sunday’s Souper Bowl of Caring was such a rousing success—thank you to everyone who planned, cooked, sold, and bought soup! We are waiting on a final number, but because of you, we will make a generous financial donation to the Damiano Center. And speaking of the Damiano Center, now that we know more about the breadth of their services, thanks to Damiano’s Executive Director Seth Currier, we will be looking for more ways to connect. One immediate need is for a few more volunteers to serve the noon meal on Monday, February 27. Can you help? Please let us know.
This Sunday and next, you will be able to pick up a purple candle and a Lenten Devotional booklet for your individual meditation and prayer. It’s a little different this year—more of an opportunity to do your own devotional writing with prompts for each of the six weeks of Lent. As you know, purple is the liturgical color of Lent. Our sanctuary paraments will be purple, and there will be six purple candles on the communion table. On Wednesday and any time after, you’ll be able to watch an Ash Wednesday service of worship on YouTube that includes readings, music, and prayers. Just go to the church website to find the link.
From a liturgical perspective, Lent is a time for quiet introspection and prayer, preparing for the Jesus-centered events of Holy Week, strengthening our courage to bear witness to the power of our trust in God. We have a six-week series on Justice and Mercy for the second hours of the Sundays of Lent, and several special music events planned, but the work of reflection and prayer that we all need to do, is up to us as individuals. I hope the resources we have prepared will help.
In the meantime, love to us all,
Carla
CHUM Winter Assembly
Tuesday, February 28 | 6:00-8:00 pm
Salem Covenant Church (39 N 59th Ave W, Duluth)
You, member congregations, and at-large members are invited to attend CHUM's Winter Assembly. We want to encourage every Pilgrim to attend this meeting. It is not just open to delegates. Please register at https://www.tfaforms.com/5043149/ so CHUM can plan for space and a meal.
- A light meal will be served.
- Vote in new board members and congregations
- Learn about CHUM's Big Bold Stragegic Plan for saving lives and ending homelessness
- Provide input CHUM's 50th Years
- Discover how your congregation can help
Youth Room
Hello Pilgrims! The youth group is working on redoing our youth room to be cozier and more welcoming. We are looking for donations of a short list of items, and we will gratefully accept any monetary donations as well. Keep an eye out for a scone bake sale in mid-March, hosted by the youth group to raise money for new decorations for our room. Thank you!
Items we’re looking for:
- Bean bag chairs/comfy chairs
- Christmas lights
- Whiteboard paint
- Projector OR tv
- Light fixtures (i.e. small lamps)
- Cozy blankets
Pilgrim Calendar
| This Week at Pilgrim | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, February 19 | 9:00 am | Pilgrim Choir |
| 10:00 am | Sunday Worship | |
| 11:00 am | Coffee Hour | |
| Tuesday, February 21 | 8:00 am | Men's Breakfast |
| 12:00 pm | Knitting Group | |
| 4:00 pm | Building & Finance | |
| Wednesday, February 22 | 3:45 pm | Bellissimo |
| 5:00 pm | Pilgrim Choir | |
| Sunday, February 26 | 9:00 am | Pilgrim Choir |
| 10:00 am | Sunday Worship | |
| 11:00 am | Coffee Hour | |
| 11:15 am | Lenten Second Hour: Introduction | |
| Monday, February 27 | 8:30 am | Damiano |
| Tuesday, February 28 | 6:00 pm | CHUM Winter Assembly at Salem Covenant |
Sunday Worship at Pilgrim
Join us Sunday at 10:00 am for Sunday Worship at Pilgrim, in person or online. You can view the service on Pilgrim's YouTube channel.
You can download Sunday's bulletin here.
This Sunday's scripture readings:
- Exodus 24:12-18
- Matthew 17:1-9
In case you missed it, you can view last Sunday's service on YouTube.
Attendance: 70
YouTube views: 32
What Patrick's Listening To
We lost one of the greats last week. Here's Burt Bacharach at Glastonbury in 2015.