REMEMBER TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS AHEAD AN HOUR BEFORE      GOING TO BED SATURDAY NIGHT, MARCH 8.

ON THE FIRST SUNDAY of each month the loose plate offering, minus any quarters, goes to the Rector’s Discretionary Fund. Loose quarters continue to go to Matthew 25. If you would like your contribution to the rector’s fund to appear on your financial statement, simply use a designated envelope from the pew cardholder and note the number of your offering envelope.

ALTAR GUILD veils crosses today after the 10:15 service.

A SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER will be held this Tuesday from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. A free will offering will be accepted. PLEASE sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to attend so that the proper amount of food may be purchased.

LENT BEGINS THIS WEEK The chief purpose of Lent is preparation for the celebrations of Easter, the greatest festival of the Christian Church. Therefore the focus of the Lenten season is on the suffering and sacrifice of Christ for our sins. The liturgical color of Lent is purple, the color of repentance and sorrow for sins. During Lent the Gloria in Excelsis is dropped and the Kyrie added.

ASH WEDNESDAY liturgies, with the imposition of ashes, will be held at Noon and at 7:00 p.m. this Wednesday. The ashes remind us of our sinfulness and mortality. They are placed on our foreheads in the shape of a cross to remind us of the forgiveness granted us through the suffering and death of Christ and .the gift of eternal life we have received. The Noon service is a said service and the 7:00 service is sung.

WORSHIP COMMISSION meets this Thursday at 6:00 p.m.

PRAYER NIGHT will be held at 7:00 p.m. this Thursday. We will discuss our prayer lives, offer prayers for the Church, and discuss important Christian topics for the month.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS will be held at 6:00 p.m. this Friday and every Friday thereafter during Lent. Walk with Jesus down the road to Calvary on The Way of the Cross, a powerful devotional liturgy that follows Jesus through His passion and death. At each station a meditation, versicle and response, and prayer is read
LUNCH BUNCH meets on Tuesday, March 11 at 12:30 p.m. at the Rusty Dog Irish Pub, 32 N Jefferson St Huntington. A car pool leaves the church at 11:30. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084.

LENTEN PROGRAM On the Wednesdays of March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9 we will have Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Soup and Sandwich Supper and a Lenten program. This year we will be studying the giants of the faith, like Benedict, Francis and Ignatius. Please sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to attend the supper. There is also a signup sheet for those who would like to supply soup or sandwiches.

CAMP NEW HAPPENINGS SUNDAY IS MARCH 16. We will receive a special offering for the camp that Sunday. The mission of the camp, sponsored by the Diocese of Northern Indiana, is to provide pre-teen children of prisoners an opportunity to experience God’s gifts of nature, kindness, and togetherness by sharing hopes and dreams within a positive camping experience.

LENTEN FISH FRY Saint Alban’s Youth are hosting a fish fry on Sunday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. Come and help us raise money to go to camp. Cost for dinner will be $8.00 for adults, $4.00 for children 4-12, and free for age 3 and under. Tickets will be sold every Sunday starting March 2, in between the services and after the 10:15 service. If you can’t attend the dinner remember we always accept contributions in any amount. If you have any questions regarding the dinner or any other youth event please see Cindy Spice.

LENTEN COIN FOLDERS AND MITE BOXES are available in the narthex. Proceeds from Mite Boxes will be used to support Charis House, a place for women and children experiencing a homeless crisis. Proceeds from Lenten Folders will be sent to The American Friends of the Diocese of Jerusalem.

UPDATED CHURCH DIRECTORIES were sent to all members who have given us their e-mail addresses. A few hard copies are available in the narthex for those who do not have e-mail.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, pancake mix, pancake syrup, juice, crackers, spaghetti sauce, beef stew, canned chicken, canned beef, beef broth, chicken broth, ketchup, mustard, sugar, flour, cake mix, toilet paper, facial tissue, dishwashing liquid
OPEN DATES for Sanctuary Candles are March 9, 23, 30.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 74.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dan Camp, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Bob Edington, Denise Frede, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Kylie Karrier, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Pat MacWhorter, David McGrath, Reggie McMahan, Brad Powell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

YOUTH GROUP meets tonight at 6:30 p.m.

THIS IS CHURCH CLEANING WEEK.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY & FELLOWSHIP meets this Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Marilyn McClure.

ALTAR GUILD veils crosses after the 10:15 service next Sunday.

A SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER will be held on March 4 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. A free will offering will be accepted. PLEASE sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to attend so that the proper amount of food may be purchased.

LENT BEGINS on Wednesday, March 5. Ash Wednesday liturgies, with the imposition of ashes, will be held at Noon and at 7:00 p.m. that day. The Noon service is a said service and the 7:00 service is sung.

PRAYER NIGHT will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. We will discuss our prayer lives, offer prayers for the Church, and discuss important Christian topics for the month.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, and every Friday thereafter during Lent. Walk with Jesus down the road to Calvary on The Way of the Cross, a powerful devotional liturgy that follows Jesus through His passion and death. At each station a meditation, versicle and response, and prayer is read

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW On the Wednesdays of March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9 we will have Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Soup and Sandwich Supper and a Lenten program. This year we will be studying the giants of the faith, like Benedict, Francis and Ignatius.

CAMP NEW HAPPENINGS SUNDAY IS MARCH 19. We will receive a special offering for the camp that Sunday. The mission of the camp, sponsored by the Diocese of Northern Indiana, is to provide pre-teen children of prisoners an opportunity to experience God’s gifts of nature, kindness, and togetherness by sharing hopes and dreams within a positive camping experience.

LENTEN FISH FRY Saint Alban’s Youth are hosting a fish fry on Sunday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. Come and help us raise money to go to camp. Cost for dinner will be $8.00 for adults, $4.00 for children 4-12, and free for age 3 and under. Tickets will be sold every Sunday starting March 2, in between the services and after the 10:15 service. If you can’t attend the dinner remember we always accept contributions in any amount. If you have any questions regarding the dinner or any other youth event please see Cindy Spice.

PALMS from last year will be burned to make ashes for Ash Wednesday. There is a basket in the narthex in which you may leave them.

LENTEN COIN FOLDERS AND MITE BOXES will be available in the narthex next Sunday. Proceeds from Mite Boxes will be used to support Charis House, a place for women and children experiencing a homeless crisis. Proceeds from Lenten Folders will be sent to The American Friends of the Diocese of Jerusalem.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, pancake mix, pancake syrup, juice, crackers, muffin mix, cake mix, facial tissue, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent.

OPEN DATE for Altar Flowers before Lent is March 2.

OPEN DATES for Sanctuary Candles are March 2, 9, 23, 30.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 75.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dan Camp, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Anne Donnelly, Bob Edington, Denise Frede, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Pat MacWhorter, David McGrath, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Chris & Melissa Renner, John Renner, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Carolyn Townsend, Rita Townsend, Jim Swan

Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

DAUGHTERS OF THE KING meet at 10:00 a.m. this Tuesday.

POST ALPHA meets this Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the home of Jack & Sandra Rademaker.

A SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER will be held on March 4 from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. A free will offering will be accepted. PLEASE sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to attend so that the proper amount of food may be purchased.

LENT BEGINS on Wednesday, March 5. Ash Wednesday liturgies, with the imposition of ashes, will be held at Noon and at 7:00 p.m. that day.

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW Each Wednesday in Lent we will have Evening Prayer at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Soup and Sandwich Supper and a Lenten program.

PRAYER NIGHT will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. We will discuss our prayer lives, offer prayers for the Church, and discuss important Christian topics for the month.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, pancake mix, pancake syrup, juice, crackers, muffin mix, cake mix, facial tissue, dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent.

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers before Lent are February 23 and March 2.

OPEN DATES for Sanctuary Candles are February 23 and March 2, 9, 23, 30.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 63.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Anne Donnelly, Bob Edington, Denise Frede, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Pat MacWhorter, David McGrath, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Chris & Melissa Renner, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Carolyn Townsend, Rita Townsend, Jim Swan Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

YOUTH GROUP meets tonight at 6:30.

THIS IS CHURCH CLEANING WEEK.

THE LUNCH BUNCH meets at noon this Tuesday at Chop’s Steaks & Seafood, 6421 W. Jefferson Blvd., SW. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need a ride or need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084 or 341-4057.

THURSDAY IS NEWSLETTER DEADLINE.

FORWARD DAY BY DAY devotional booklets for February to April are available in the narthex. Please take one for yourself and another for a friend.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington School is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15-10:30. If you could help, please contact Marilyn McClure.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, pancake syrup, juice, crackers, muffin mix, facial tissue, bar soap

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers are February 16 & 23.

OPEN DATE for Sanctuary Candle is February 23.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 86.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Anne Donnelly, Bob Edington, Denise Frede, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Pat MacWhorter, David McGrath, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Chris & Melissa Renner, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Carolyn Townsend, Rita Townsend, Jim Swan
Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

BRUNCH AND ANNUAL MEETING will be held following the 10:15 service today. Please join us.

WORSHIP COMMISSION meets at 6:00 p.m. this Wednesday.

PRAYER NIGHT Join us at 7:00 p.m. this Thursday as we discuss our prayer lives and important Christian topics and offer prayers for the Church.

THE LUNCH BUNCH meets at noon on Tuesday, February 11, at Chop’s Steaks & Seafood, 6421 W. Jefferson Blvd., SW. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need a ride or need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084 or 341-4057.

FORWARD DAY BY DAY devotional booklets for February to March are available in the narthex. Please take one for yourself and another for a friend.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington School is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15-10:30. If you could help, please contact Marilyn McClure.

FOOD BANK needs: pancake mix, pancake syrup, crackers, tuna, spaghetti sauce, beef stew, beef broth, chicken broth, beef stew, facial tissue, bar soap, dishwashing liquid, and laundry soap.

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers are February 9, 16 & 23.

OPEN DATE for Sanctuary Candle is February 23.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 11.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Anne Donnelly, Bob Edington, Denise Frede, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Pat MacWhorter, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Chris & Melissa Renner, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Carolyn Townsend, Rita Townsend, Jim Swan
Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

OUR ANNUAL MEETING follows today’s service. This represents an opportunity for the parish family to review the previous year and to look ahead with our rector to the year 2014 and the exciting programs that are planned. It is important that you be present. A program for the children will be available.

SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY Next Sunday hundreds of congregations nationwide will transform Super Bowl Sunday into Souper Bowl Sunday – a unique interdenominational endeavor to glorify God and care for “the least of these brothers and sisters of mine.” Matthew 25:40. Please make a special effort to bring a can of soup to church on February 2 for this Souper collection for our food pantry.

CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS for 2013 are available in the narthex. Please pick yours up today and help us save postage.

FORWARD DAY BY DAY devotional booklets for February to March are available in the narthex. Please take one for yourself and another for a friend.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington School is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15-10:30. If you could help, please contact Marilyn McClure.

FOOD BANK needs: cereal, crackers, tuna, spaghetti sauce, beef broth, chicken broth, beef stew, facial tissue, dishwashing liquid, and laundry soap.

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers are February 9, 16 & 23.

OPEN DATE for Sanctuary Candle is February 23.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 71.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Bob Edington, Alexa Foland, Glen Grate, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Rhian Krider, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Danette Rhodes, Emerson Ruff, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan,
Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

WE WELCOME The Right Rev. Edward S. Little II as our celebrant and preacher at both services today and pray for God’s blessing upon his proclamation of the Word and adminstration of the Sacrament.. At the 10:15 service Bishop Little will confirm Madeline MacDonald, receive John Lorenzen and Mike & Kelli MacDonald and reaffirm Larry Sanxter. Please join us for a reception following the service.

A SPECIAL OFFERING will be taken today for the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund, used to assist with emergency needs of people in and outside of our diocese. Envelopes are available in your bulletins.

THIS IS CHURCH CLEANING WEEK.

THE ENDOWMENT COMMISSION meets tomorrow at 6:00 p.m.

THE LUNCH BUNCH meets this Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Agaves Mexican Grill, 212 E Washington Center Road. Dessert will follow at the home of Marilyn McClure and the schedule for the remainder of the year will be planned. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084 or 341-4057.

FINANCE AND PROPERTY COMMISSIONS meet Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.

POST ALPHA GROUP meets at 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the home of Jack & Sandra Rademaker.

WE WILL HAVE ONE SERVICE AT 9:00 A.M. ON JANUARY 26, followed by brunch and the Annual Meeting. Please sign the poster in the narthex indicating what you are able to supply for the brunch.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington school is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 – 10:30. If you could help, please contact Marilyn McClure.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, fruit juice, crackers, beef broth, cake mix, facial tissues.

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers are January 26, February 9, 16 & 23.

OPEN DATES for Sanctuary Candles are January 19 & 26, February 9 & 23.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 25.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Bob Edington, Alexa Foland, Norm Grams, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Hortencia Lamberty, Larry Link, Sylvia Little, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan,
Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

JUNIOR CHOIR rehearsals resume at 11:30 a.m. today.

ANNUAL REPORTS are due in the office tomorrow.

EPIPHANY means manifestation or showing forth. Jesus was manifested to the world as its Savior. Join us for an Epiphany service at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow. Following the service we will take down the greens and then have a chili supper. Please sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to stay for the supper.

WORSHIP COMMISSION meets at 6:00 p.m. this Wednesday.

PRAYER NIGHT Join us at 7:00 p.m. this Thursday as we discuss our prayer lives and important Christian topics and offer prayers for the Church.

HEART AND HANDS group resumes this Friday at 10:00 a.m.

BISHOP LITTLE will be the preacher and celebrant at both the 8:00 and 10:15 services next Sunday. In addition he will confirm Madeline MacDonald, receive John Lorenzen and Mike & Kelli MacDonald and reaffirm Larry & Chris Sanxter. Please keep these members in your prayers. Please sign the poster on the bulletin board in the narthex if you are able to provide food for the reception following the 10:15 service.

A SPECIAL OFFERING will be taken next Sunday for the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund, used to assist with emergency needs of people in and outside of our diocese. Envelopes are available in the narthex today.

THE LUNCH BUNCH meets on Tuesday, January 14, at 11:30 a.m. at Agaves Mexican Grill, 212 E Washington Center Road. Dessert will follow at the home of Marilyn McClure and the schedule for the remainder of the year will be planned. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084 or 341-4057.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW for the 9:00 a.m. service on January 26, followed by the Annual Meeting. Please sign the poster in the narthex indicating what you will supply for the brunch.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington school is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 – 10:30. If you could help, please contact Marilyn McClure.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, fruit juice, crackers, beef broth, cake mix, facial tissues.

OPEN DATES for Altar Flowers are January 12 and 26.

OPEN DATES for Sanctuary Candles are January 19 & 26.

ATTENDANCE:

Christmas Eve 4:00 p.m., 104; 11:00 p.m. 39
Christmas Day 16
Last Sunday 71

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Bob Edington, Alexa Foland, Norm Grams, Jeanne Hahn, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Larry Link, Sylvia Little, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Carrie Radu, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan,
Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

FOR TAX PURPOSES, contributions for 2013 must be received today to appear on your 2013 giving statement.

THIS IS CHURCH CLEANING WEEK.

RESUMING THIS WEEK: Men’s Bible Study at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

JUNIOR CHOIR rehearsals resume at 11:30 a.m. next Sunday.

ANNUAL REPORTS are due in the office Monday, January 6.

EPIPHANY means manifestation or showing forth. Jesus was manifested to the world as its Savior. Join us for an Epiphany service at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, January 6. Following the service we will take down the greens and then have a chili supper. Please sign the poster in the narthex if you plan to stay for the supper.

PRAYER NIGHT Join us at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9 as we discuss our prayer lives and important Christian topics and offer prayers for the Church.

BISHOP LITTLE will be the preacher and celebrant at both the 8:00 and 10:15 services on January 12. In addition he will confirm Madeline MacDonald, receive John Lorenzen and Mike & Kelli MacDonald and reaffirm Larry & Chris Sanxter. Please keep these members in your prayers. Please sign the poster on the bulletin board in the narthex if you are able to provide food for the reception following the 10:15 service.

A SPECIAL OFFERING will be taken on January 12 for the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund, used to assist with emergency needs of people in and outside of our diocese. Envelopes will be available on January 5.

THE LUNCH BUNCH meets on Tuesday, January 14, at 11:30 a.m. at Agaves Mexican Grill, 212 E Washington Center Road. Dessert will follow at the home of Marilyn McClure and the schedule for the remainder of the year will be planned. Please sign the poster in the narthex. If you need to cancel your reservation, contact Anita at 637-5084 or 341-4057.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW for the 9:00 a.m. service on January 26, followed by the Annual Meeting. Please sign the poster in the narthex indicating what you will supply for the brunch.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington school is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 – 10:30.

FOOD BANK needs: jelly, fruit juice, crackers, beef broth, cake mix, facial tissues.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 85.

OUR OWN STEPHANIE ZEIDER will be married to Dan McLean this Saturday. Please keep Dan & Stephanie in your prayers.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, John Bojrab, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Dick Donnelly, Bob Edington, Alexa Foland, Denise Frede, Nick Frede, Micaela Fulk, Norm Grams, Jeanne Hahn, Jim Hawkins, Shelly Huneck, Shirley Johnson, Larry Link, Sylvia Little, Pat MacWhorter, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Danette Rhodes, Carrie radu, Robert Scribner, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan, Carolyn Townsend, Bill Townsend, Rita Townsend Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner

PAGEANT REHEARSAL will be held today at 9:15 a.m.

HANGING OF THE GREENS Please join us today following the 10:15 service as we work together to prepare the church for the joyous Christmas season.

4th ANNUAL YOUTH PLAY & DINNER Join us for a wonderful evening of food and entertainment at 5:00 p.m. today. Help us explore winter wonderland winds in the wacky Cricket County Blizzard. Dinner will be prepared and served by our youth and then you will be able to sit back and laugh with us as we enter Cricket County on Christmas Eve. Tickets are sold between the services and after the 10:15 service today. The cost for adults is $8.00, kids 4-12, $4.00 and kids 3 and under are free. 100% of the proceeds go to our youth. If you have any questions or would like to help out in some way, contact Cindy Spice at 348-7061.

FOR TAX PURPOSES, contributions for 2013 must be received by next Sunday, December 29, to appear on your 2013 giving statement.

RISING STARS PARTNERSHIP Arlington school is in need of one or more people to assist with a second grade reading group on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 – 10:30.

ALTAR FLOWER AND SANCTUARY CANDLE CHARTS FOR 2014 are posted. Just sign for the Sunday when you would like to have the flowers or candle – in thanksgiving for an important event in your life or in memory of a loved one. More than one family may sign for the same Sunday. Make your check payable to St. Alban’s and place it in the offering plate. Special envelopes are found beneath the charts. Cost of altar flowers is $33.00. Cost of sanctuary candles is $3.00. Please include on the chart in the narthex the information you would like listed in the bulletin.

FOOD BANK We have distributed our Christmas baskets. Thank you for making this possible. Our needs in the pantry are: fruit juice, crackers, beef broth, cake mix, facial tissues.

ATTENDANCE last Sunday was 62.

Please remember in prayer: Nancy Ashley, John Bojrab, Jack Boyd, Kathy Bromley, Dick Camp, Andrew Davis, John & Phyllis Diver, Bob Edington, Alexa Foland, Denise Frede, Nick Frede, Micaela Fulk, Norm Grams, Jeanne Hahn, Jim Hawkins, Shirley Johnson, Larry Link, Sylvia Little, Pat MacWhorter, Reggie McMahan, Carol Newell, Sandra Rademaker, Cindy Spice, Rick Spice, Jim Swan, Carolyn Townsend, Bill Townsend, Rita Townsend  Military: Jeremy Faux, Derek Palmer, Kaylee Sumner, Ty Sumner