Weekly News and Events
Friday Harbor
Sunday, March 16, Second Sunday in Lent
Sunday worship – in person at 11:00 a.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church, corner of Park and Marguerite.
Live Online worship via Zoom at 11:00 a.m. Connection directions sent via email, or contact church email. Weekly Bulletin available online or click blue link.
This week's events
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – Bible Study this week, Sharron Kick host.
Wednesday 5:30 p.m. – Lenten Study plus soup supper with St. David’s
Wednesday 5:30 p.m. – Lenten soup/supper at Emmanuel Episcopal Church on Orcas Island
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – Lenten soup and Holden Evening prayer, hosted by LCSJ at Grace Episcopal Church on Lopez Island
Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – Church Council via Zoom, Pastor Beth host
Thursday 9:30 a.m. – Walking Group at American Camp
Announcements
A Lenten Pastoral Note – It’s always helpful to have a reminder of traditional Lenten practices. Three things are commended: prayer, almsgiving, and fasting. They are always good to do, but this season is an opportunity to approach them with renewed energy. And be creative about it. There are many ways to fast, not just the elimination of a particular food. There are many ways to give alms too. To your favorite charity, to a person in need in the community, or to a need in the world. And as for prayer, that too can be done in different ways. Listen reflectively to your favorite musician’s songs. Add a prayer of thanks at the end of your meal. Or every time you start the car. Blessings as we journey through this season together. –Pr. Beth
We welcome Kate Small, pianist. For the next few Sundays Kate will be playing for worship. If, after a trial period, we find that we fit well together then Dorothy Baker can transition into a well-deserved retirement.
Wednesdays in Lent “From Ashes to Resurrection” 5:30-6:45pm. A short topical reflection, a brief small group discussion, and Iona Prayer at the End of the Day. Then a simple supper downstairs. Sign up on the poster to help with the supper. This week’s reflection “What I Have Learned” is on the table opposite the elevator.
Global Refuge Lenten Devotional. Weekly stories from supporters and staff, daily reflection questions, and prayers to engage with throughout the 40 days of the season. Download the materials at globalrefuge.org
Our Prayers – March
In hospice: Ed Laurnen
Palliative Care: Doug Popham
Healing: Helena (granddaughter of Craig & Krispi), Kathy (mother of Stacie Vilendrer Benavidez), Dave Staehlin, Christine
General/Support: Jessica Simpson, Scott and Marie, Mary, Steven, Rachel
Grief/Loss: Family and Friends of Linda Archer
Please let Pr. Beth know about changing, adding, or discontinuing prayers for your friends and/or loved ones.
Prayers and advocacy are needed for Lutheran Community Services These agencies partner with Synods and churches to provide services to refugees. Currently funds have been frozen by the government, even for refugees who have already arrived and are receiving support. We recall that our Lord Jesus taught his followers to fulfill God’s teaching to care for the stranger and the alien among us. Direct contributions are welcome, as are gifts through our church or the synod website: lutheransnw.org.
Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Steve Simpson by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date.
Coming events
Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Steve Simpson by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date.
Also of Note
WRITING CHECKS: Checks to be deposited to the church’s bank account should be made payable to “Lutheran Church in the San Juans”. If you would like to designate your gift in any way, please note that in the memo line. Thank you! From your Financial Secretary.
Email changes: Please contact Steve Simpson to make changes to the email distribution list for these notes.
Prayers
May all I say and all I think be in harmony with thee, God within me, God beyond me, maker of the trees. —Chinook Psalter
Please send any prayer concerns to Pr. Beth at ebeth@rmi.net for inclusion in the Sunday Prayers of the People.
Lopez Island
Sunday, March 16, Second Sunday in Lent
Pick up Choir at 8:15 a.m. on Sunday, March 23rd at the church.
Sunday worship – in person at 9:30 a.m. at Center Church, 312 Davis Bay Road
Online Worship – The 11 a.m. service from Friday Harbor is available via Zoom. Connection directions appear in the weekly church e-news. Or contact the church email to get the passcode. To access the Weekly Bulletin click the link.
This week's events
Birthdays
3/16 Henning Sehmsdorf
3/16 Dave Sather
3/16 Doug Popham
3/18 Samantha Bryner
3/18 Sophia Bailey
3/22 Mason Sather
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – Bible Study this week, Sharron Kick host.
Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – Church Council via Zoom, Pastor Beth Host
Announcements
A Lenten Pastoral Note – It’s always helpful to have a reminder of traditional Lenten practices. Three things are commended: prayer, almsgiving, and fasting. They are always good to do, but this season is an opportunity to approach them with renewed energy. And be creative about it. There are many ways to fast, not just the elimination of a particular food. There are many ways to give alms too. To your favorite charity, to a person in need in the community, or to a need in the world. And as for prayer, that too can be done in different ways. Listen reflectively to your favorite musician’s songs. Add a prayer of thanks at the end of your meal. Or every time you start the car. Blessings as we journey through this season together. –Pr. Beth
Lenten Soup Suppers – at Grace Hall again this year. Soup & Bread at 6:00 followed by Worship. Wednesday, March 26th – hosted by Catholics. Wednesday, April 9th – hosted by Episcopalians. Soups, bread, and set up/clean up volunteers are needed. To sign up, please contact David Corbin at 360 298-0962 or corbin@rockisland.com
2025 Lent Devotions “life renewed”Are available this Sunday at worship.
Global Refuge Lenten Devotional Weekly stories from supporters and staff, daily reflection questions, and prayers to engage with throughout the 40 days of the season. Download the materials at https://globalrefugeconnect.
Our Prayers – March
In hospice: Ed Laurnen
Palliative Care: Doug Popham
Healing: Helena (granddaughter of Craig & Krispi), Kathy (mother of Stacie Vilendrer Benavidez), Dave Staehlin, Christine
General/Support: Jessica Simpson, Scott and Marie, Mary, Steven, Rachel
Grief/Loss: Family and Friends of Linda Archer
Please let Pr. Beth know about changing, adding, or discontinuing public prayers for your friends and/or loved ones.
Prayers and advocacy are needed for Lutheran Community Services. These agencies partner with Synods and churches to provide services to refugees. Currently funds have been frozen by the government, even for refugees who have already arrived and are receiving support. We recall that our Lord Jesus taught his followers to fulfill God’s teaching to care for the stranger and the alien among us. Direct contributions are welcome, as are gifts through our church or the synod website: lutheransnw.org.
LOPEZ E- PRAYER CHAIN MEMBERSHIP: If you’d like to add your e-mail address to those receiving new prayer chain requests, please let Connie Baesman know.
LOPEZ E-PRAYER CHAIN REQUESTS; If you have a request you’d like to place on this. Please contact Connie Baesman.
Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Connie Baesman by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date.
Coming events
Pick up Choir at 8:15 a.m. on Sunday, March 23rd at the church.
Circle Bible Study will meet at the Episcopal vicarage office on Wednesday, March 26th, at 2:0O pm. The study centers on Loving our neighbor: Peter and Cornelius, Acts 10 and 11.
Adding an event/announcement: Please forward your written listing to Connie Baesman by Thursday. Be sure to include all relevant information (who, what, when, where, why, how). Unless otherwise specified, announcements will be listed for one week and events will be listed weekly until the event date.
Also of Note
WRITING CHECKS: Checks to be deposited to the church’s bank account should be made payable to “Lutheran Church in the San Juans”. If you would like to designate your gift in any way, please note that in the memo line. Thank you! From your Financial Secretary.
Email changes: Please contact Steve Simpson to make changes to the email distribution list for these notes.
Prayers
May all I say and all I think be in harmony with thee, God within me, God beyond me, maker of the trees. —Chinook Psalter
Please send any prayer concerns to Pr. Beth at ebeth@rmi.net for inclusion in the Sunday Prayers of the People.
Location
Friday Harbor
760 Park St, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Lopez Island
312 Davis Bay Rd, Lopez Island, WA 98261
Orcas Island
242 Main St, Eastsound, WA 98245