St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, Emmaus, PA

WEEKLY REFLECTION | Third Sunday of Easter, April 23, 2023

ALLELUIA! Christ is risen!

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

There are many mysteries in the world. How can a big, fat cat fit into a tiny box? How does a toddler manage to get a child-proof lock open? For that matter, how does an adult manage to get a child-proof pill bottle open? AND HOW DOES A SMALL PARISH HAVE SO MUCH GOING ON???? 

We are in for an exciting few months, so let me give you some important dates to put on your calendars.

  • April 25 – Construction starts on the church sidewalks. Do not park on Elm Street in front of the church. Some machinery will be in the parking lot temporarily.
  • April 29 – International dinner postponed.
  • May 1 – Spring flower pick up begins; coupons available from Janice beginning April 23.
  • May 1 – Donations for the Yard Sale will be received starting today. Schedule to be posted soon.
  • May 2-9 – Mo. Laura away at Credo Conference. Fr. Don Schaible covering.  Contact the Wardens in case of emergency. Fr. Jerry Gaeta taking the Sunday service.
  • May 14 – Raise Right (gift card) orders due 
  • May 28 PENTECOST! Wear fiery colors, in honor of the Fires of the Spirit!
  • June 3, 11:00 a.m., Nativity Cathedral – Ordination of Jennifer Burkhardt to the Diaconate
  • June 3-4 – Parish Yard Sale, Hours posted soon.
  • June 26-30 – Ellie Escher’s Music Camp

Looking ahead: 

  • August 7-11 – Ellie Escher’s Music Camp
  • September 8 – Homecoming potluck/International picnic supper
  • October 21 – Halloween Parade
  • November 3-4 – Basket Social
  • November 5-26 – Wreath Sale
  • November 19 Bishop’s Visitation/St. Margaret’s Day

And let me add to the list: we hope we can soon return to coffee hour after the Sunday service! Stay tuned.

Rejoicing with you all!

 ALLELUIA! THE LORD IS RISEN! THE LORD IS RISEN INDEED! ALLELUIA!