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WHAT'S HAPPENING
What's Happening This Week "Get behind me, Satan! "
"For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things."
Friday Morning Women's Bible Study
The Friday Morning Women's Bible Study
group will continue on it's second week of a
three‐week study of the story of Joseph
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from the book of Genesis on Fridays. The study schedule is as follows: Fri,
Feb 27 ‐ Genesis 42 ‐ 47; Fri, Mar 6 ‐ Genesis 48 ‐ 50. We meet at 9:15 AM in
the Harris Hall Conference Room. All women of the parish are invited to
join us and are most welcome to invite a friend. If you have any questions,
please email Anita Sherman at anitasherman561@gmail.com . Stations of the Cross
Fridays during Lent: March 6th, 13th & 20th at
7:00 PM we will observe Stations of the Cross,
otherwise known as "Way of the Cross"; a
devotion to the Passion of Christ which recalls a
series of events at the end of Jesus' life from his
condemnation to his burial. To read more about the devotion click HERE Passport Progressive Dinner Destination Details! For passengers who are confirmed for the
Passport Dinner THIS SATURDAY: Hosts at the
International Check‐in Terminal are: The Rev. and Mrs. Andrew Sherman and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Von Oehson. Check‐in is at 6 pm at the Rectory, located
at 245 NE 2nd St, Boca Raton, FL 33432
where passengers will receive information
on their flight destination, as well as the departure time.
Dressy attire is recommended and please remember to bring a wrap
or light jacket, as many dinners will have all or part of the meal
outside.
PLEASE NOTE: NO WALK‐INS WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE EVENT.
Questions? Please call Arely Cox at (561) 702‐6964
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Everyone has a different style of
worship, and some people prefer a
less formal process. If that sounds
like you, then Simple Gifts is where
you want to be! Join us at 10:00 AM
on the first Sunday of each month.
New Member Class‐ Life in Christ at St. Gregory's
Continuing Sunday, March 1st, Fr. Andrew will
hold the new member class‐ "Life in Christ at St.
Gregory's". The class introduces people to our
Anglican/Episcopal way of following Jesus as
Lord. It also introduces the over 85 ministries of
St. Gregory's. The class meets at 11:45 am.
Please contact the church office at office@st‐gregorys.com or call 561‐395‐
8285 to join. For a great blog post click HERE: 11 Things I Love about the
Episcopal Church
Interested in a Lenten Pilgrimage?
Come to Lenten Sundays at 9:00 AM for a
"WONDROUS ENCOUNTER: Scripture for Lent" by
Franciscan priest and teacher, Richard Rohr, guided
by our own Fr. Andrew and Fr. Craig! For those
seeking "not so much explanation of Scripture, but
the Encounter itself," this trip is for you!! Fr. Richard's
book will be available in the Office prior to departure, (for those excited to
get started) or in the Conference Room at the initial session. See you there
for a new adventure in the Spirit.
The Nehemiah Process, February, 2015
Creating and Sustaining Youth Ministry
Pastor Angela and Maria Provost attended the Youth Ministry Architects
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Nehemiah Process event on February 25th‐ working on ways to grow our
Youth Ministry at St. Gregory's! Fr. Andrew's Reading Recommendations for Lent
During the season of Lent there
are two books that Fr. Andrew is
recommending for discussion and
reflection. The first is "Mere
Christianity" by C.S. Lewis, and the
second is "Help, Thanks, Wow" by
Anne LaMott. To read a short
synopsis of each CLICK HERE !
There will be a discussion of these
two books on Sunday, March 22 at 11:45 am. "Walking the Way"
Stewardship results are currently strong three weeks after
Stewardship Sunday, we have received $663,000 in pledges,
towards our goal of $750,000, approximately $100,000 over
what we saw after three weeks last year. We have received
a total of 223 pledges, 27 new pledging units and 196 from
existing pledging units, towards our goal of 300. There are
still 67 families that pledged last year who have not turned
in a pledge card. Even though you received your pledge
envelopes in January and have begun using them you do need to complete
a pledge card that states your commitment for the year. We cannot
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prepare a budget if we don't know our committed pledge income. If you
have not filled in a pledge card there are a few ways you can let us know
what you want to do for 2015.
Drop a pledge card in the plate on Sunday, pledge cards are available
on the welcome table
Mail your pledge card to the Office
Call me at ext. 605 and tell me what you would like to pledge
Email me at rknowlton@st‐gregorys.com with your pledge Lenten Music Notes from the Desk of Tim Brumfield
Director of Music Ministry
Our music during Lent will include
performances by our Music Consort, Bell
Choir, Choristers, and special guests Jeff
Kayes on trumpet and Ruth Cunningham
of Anonymous 4. A complete schedule of music during the Lenten season
can be accessed by clicking HERE.
Broward Library "The Big Read‐ To Kill a Mockingbird" Staged reading Florida Center for the Book at Broward County Library
invites you to join THE BIG READ To Kill a Mockingbird
by Harper Lee. A staged reading by The Playgroup LLC,
adapted by St. Gregory's Choir member Peter Hawkins: February 28th, 1 ‐ 3 PM. Location: Broward Main library,
100 S. Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301.
Admission is FREE. PH: 954‐357‐7386 Second Sunday in Lent Lessons for the Day are: Genesis 17:1‐7, 15‐16 https://ui.constantcontact.com/visualeditor/visual_editor_preview.jsp?agent.uid=1120181949437&format=html&printFrame=true
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Romans 4:13‐25 The Gospel According to Mark 8:31‐38
Sermon: The Reverend Craig Burlington Associate Rector
To Read this week's lessons Click HERE: What's Happening Next Week Lenten Organ Meditation Wednesday March 4th Our Director of Music Ministry and
Organist, Tim Brumfield, will present a
Lenten organ meditation at 12:00 PM on
Wednesday, March 4 at The First
Presbyterian Church; "The Pink Church"; in
Pompano. All are welcome to attend. The
address is 2331 Northeast 26th Avenue, Pompano Beach, FL 33062 .
Rector's Bible Study & Simple Supper The Rector's Wednesday evening Bible Study will
continue on Wednesday, March 4th , with
Simple Supper at 6 pm followed by Bible Study
at 7 pm in Harris Hall. Please join us for this
enriching study and fellowship! To find out more
and how to receive Live Streaming click HERE First Friday Fellowship Dinner This Friday, March 6th, at 6:30 pm, join us for our first Friday Fellowship
Dinner, which will be held on the first Friday evening of each month. Have
a good meal, enjoy good company, and meet new friends!
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Festival of the Arts Boca Presents
"Girl Rising"
"Girl Rising" is a Documentary Film
about the strength of the human spirit
and the power of education to change
the world. View it Saturday, March 7, 2015 ‐ 3:00 pm at the Mizner Park
Cultural Arts Center. Click HERE for more information.
Brother's Breakfast‐ Sunday March 8th!
Sunday March 8th following the 8 am and 10 am
services the Brothers are serving up the best breakfast
in Boca! Current meal prices: Youth ‐ $3; Adult ‐ $5;
Family of 4 or more with 3 adults max ‐ $15; Full buffet
with omelet ‐ $7. Invite friends and family to join you!
Give Blood Save Lives!
Have you ever been in an accident and needed a
transfusion or had an operation? These are some of the
reasons for a Blood Drive. PLEASE GIVE BLOOD! Help
those in need of medical attention during the Blood
Drive (Big Red Bus) on Sunday, March 8th! One
donation can save three lives!
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Holy Week Services
Holy week begins on Sunday, March 29th with Palm
Sunday services. The Palm Sunday schedule is:
8:00 AM Holy Eucharist & Sermon
9:55 AM Blessing of the Palms & Procession (Courtyard)
10 AM Choral Eucharist & Sermon
6:00 PM Holy Eucharist & Sermon. Please click HERE to download the entire Holy Week and Easter
Worship schedule!
Raptor Presentation and Nature Walk
At Okeeheelee Nature Center Saturday Mar. 7; 10:00 am to 1:30 pm (or
later if you desire) Find out more during a
guided tour of the Okeeheelee Nature
Center Saturday, March 7th, 10:00 am.
Click HERE for updated information on
carpooling to the event. For detailed
information, including directions,
Click HERE.
St. Gregory's Second Annual Lenten Retreat for Women
RELAX, REFRESH, RELATE: ST. GREGORY'S SECOND
ANNUAL LENTEN RETREAT
FOR WOMEN
WOMEN'S LENTEN RETREAT ‐
March 13‐14, 2015, at the
Duncan Center in Delray‐ sign
up now! Registration forms are now available (back of the church, in the
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church office, or by clicking the link below). TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
Please click HERE to read an update! REGISTRATION FORMS ARE NOW
AVAILABLE ‐ at the table at the back of the church, in the church office, or: * Click HERE for the Flyer and Registration form! You can also view a
tentative schedule for the retreat by using this schedule link.)
Click HERE for additional details about the retreat! See you there !
Join us for Family Fun Movie Night!
Friday, March 13th is Family Fun Movie Night! For only $5.00 your ticket includes popcorn, a drink,
and a raffle ticket for a chance at a flat screen TV! We are meeting in Harris Hall, 6:30 PM. Tickets are
available each Sunday in the courtyard.
Anonymous 4 Sunday March 15th at 3:00 PM Renowned for their unearthly vocal
blend and virtuoso ensemble
singing, don't miss this opportunity to
see the one of a kind ensemble
Anonymous 4 in their last season! Click HERE for more information! **Special 25% DISCOUNT available for St. Gregory's members ONLY by calling
the office! Tickets are sold online, at the office: (561) 395‐ 8285, and at the
door. ** VIP Ticket holders: Meet the members of Anonymous 4 at an
Exclusive Reception at the Rectory,Saturday March 14th, from 4 to 6 pm. St. Gregory's Lecture Series "Exploring Faith & Spirituality"
Everglades Restoration: The Big Picture St. Gregory's Lecture Series will continue Monday, March 16th, at 7 p.m. in
Harris Hall. The second lecture will feature Shannon Estenoz, Director of
Everglades Restoration Initiatives for the US Department of the Interior.
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Ms. Estenoz will give us an insight into why
Everglades restoration is so important, discuss how
the program is progressing and what we can
expect moving ahead.
Click HERE to read the Shannon Estenoz lecture
flyer. Upcoming lecture:
Dr. James Finley‐ Thursday, April 9th
Time: 7:00 PM
Cost: FREE Read about the lectures and download the entire Lecture
Series Brochure HERE
March Lunch Bunch Please join us for lunch at Romano's
Macaroni Grill; 2004 NW Executive
Center Drive, Boca Raton; for a
delightful lunch featuring delicious
Italian food. We will meet at 12:30
pm on Friday, March 20th. Everyone
is welcome and separate checks are
issued, but reservations are
necessary. Please sign up on the sheet posted in Harris Hall, or for more
information call the Church Office at 561‐395‐8285 or call Candy Midboe at
561‐756‐9629 by March 17thth.
Help us Grow St. Gregory's Church!
Have you considered making a donation to St. Gregory's and stay current
with your pledge? Through your donations St. Gregory's can continue
to spread the Word of God. As a nonprofit religious organization, the
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maintenance and growth of St. Gregory's Episcopal Church relies upon your
donations. Please consider making a donation now to help us grow in God's
love! Click Here to make a pledge
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Mail: PO Box 1503 Boca Raton, FL 334291503
Phone: 5613958285
FAX: 5613958339
Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to noon.
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Boca Raton, Florida 33432
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