eNews for Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Ash Wednesday and Lenten Vespers
Pilgrim will share Lenten Vespers starting on Ash Wednesday, February 17. The service will be available to view starting at 10:00 am on our YouTube channel and Facebook page.
Also on Ash Wednesday, we will offer the imposition of ashes in our parking lot, in a safe and sanitary way, starting at 6:00 pm, weather permitting.
Stay tuned for more details!
Second Hour Presentation
Sunday, February 14 | 11:15 am
After worship on Sunday, February 14, join Denny Falk, Bob MacLean, and Deb DeVaney for a Second Hour Zoom presentation on two large projects that have been underway the past few months. Bob and Denny will describe the plaster and masonry construction project on the arch over the pulpit in the Sanctuary. Deb will explain how the new audio-visual Production Booth and accessories will enhance our ability to stream services and other events from the sanctuary.
The hosts will share the progress on these projects as well as answer questions. Video of the Zoom meeting will be posted to YouTube and Facebook for those who can't join in.
Join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82669974841?pwd=NmljUEk0MWtydjQ4cG14cTlHUlpPQT09
Meeting ID: 826 6997 4841
Passcode: 337231
Gabriel Fund
From Nathan Holst, Faith Formation Minister, Peace Church
Thanks to all of you who have generously given donations to the Gabriel Fund in this time! The need is still great in the community and if you have the ability to contribute this month, we invite you to give and help us continue to offer support. Your donations have allowed us to help many people in the community with food and basic needs. A large portion of the funds in January went to support dozens of African Heritage families locally who, despite their incredible resourcefulness and resiliency, are struggling between the choice of paying rent, having heat, or buying food. Your donations make a huge difference in moving us toward a community where all have enough to not just survive, but to thrive together. You can donate online by visiting our website (www.peaceucc.org) and clicking on the yellow “Donate” button. You can also send a check directly to Peace Church (1111 N 11th Ave East, Duluth MN 55805). Please make checks out to Peace Church with “Gabriel Fund” in the memo line.
Sanctuary Update
The cameras are being installed today
Budget Report
| January | YTD | |
|---|---|---|
| Income: | 29,421.40 | 254,181.47 |
| Expense: | 41,512.12 | 210,434.88 |
| Net: | (12,090.72) | 43,746.59 |
Bring Cheer to Aftenro Residents
Snow Sculpture Party
All Pilgrims are invited to participate in a socially distant snow sculpture party at Aftenro Home, 510 West College Street on Sunday, February 28 from 1:00-3:00 pm. Families and Pilgrims will choose a spot to create their masterpiece out of snow. The purpose is to bring joy to the residents of Aftenro and have fun.
Youth Book Club
The youth group book club meets Mondays at 7:00 pm and Thursdays at 2:00 pm. All are welcome. Contact Grace Beaster at gbeaster07@gmail.com for more information.
Valentine Project
The youth will be creating original art Valentines. Some of the Valentines will be used for Pilgrim and others will be delivered to Aftenro Home and others to North Shore Estates. The Valentines are due to Cindy Grindy by February 5. Call (218) 349‑9611 or email Cindy for more information.
Helpers for Church Services
Pastor Judith asked for help with reading and for children's time. If you are willing to help out in this way, please tell Pastor Judith.
Kindness Bulletin Boards
From Congdon Creek Preschool
Sunday Worship at Pilgrim
This past Sunday, there was a technical issue processing the video on YouTube, and some people had trouble accessing the video. We're sorry for any inconvenience—the video was available starting at around 10:30, and is available now!