LENT AT ST. MARY'S
LENT A SEASON OF PREPARATION:
We have entered into the season of Lent – a penitential season full of fasting, praying and almsgiving. It is traditional during Lent to take on practices that move us closer to God, perhaps giving up something so we can focus more on God or taking on a practice that points us back to God. As you enter into your Lenten journey, may you find yourself drawn closer to God, distracted less by the world, and more fully open to the Good News in the resurrection.
WEDNESDAY MORNING LENT STUDY:
Dates: Wednesday mornings after Morning Prayer
March 12 through April 9
Morning Prayer: 9 AM
Study: 9:30 AM
Location: Chapel
Topic: Living Well Through Lent 2026 - Cultivating Healing and Wholeness in Heart, Soul, Strength and Mind
WEDNESDAY EVENING LENTEN SOUP & SUBSTANCE:
Join us Wednesday nights in Lent as we gather to pray our way through the Lenten season! We will begin each evening at 6 PM by reading Evening Prayer together in the Church before sharing a light meal in the Parish Hall. After dinner, stay for a group discussion and exploration of the Baptismal Promises, focusing on one promise each week.
February 25 – Continue in the Apostles’ Fellowship (Dr. Garwood Anderson)
March 4 – Whenever You Fall into Sin (Canon Scott Leannah)
March 11 – Spread the Good News of God in Christ (TBA)
March 18 – Seek and Serve Christ in All Persons (Mother Jennifer McCombe)
March 25 – Respect the Dignity of Every Human Being (Deacon Chuck Zellermayer)
Dinner will begin around 6:30 PM and our discussion will start at 7 PM. Come for one evening or join us for all! If you would like to provide dinner for any of these evenings, please sign-up in the parish Hall or contact Mother Pippa.
EASTER EGG HUNT & CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES ON PALM SUNDAY:
Experience the events of Holy Week with hands on activities including making and waving palms, eating the Last Supper, foot washing, confession stones and the empty tomb. All ages are welcome to join us. Next, we will be scattering eggs across St. Mary’s lawn for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt. This is an excellent event to bring family and friends for an all-age friendly Holy Week experience. All children are welcome to hunt for eggs. Please bring a basket.
Date: Palm Sunday, March 29
Interactive Activities: 11 AM Easter Egg Hunt: 11:30 AM
GOOD FRIDAY & EASTER SPECIAL OFFERINGS:
At St. Mary’s we give away our Good Friday and Easter offerings. The Good Friday collection is always given to The Episcopal Church in the Holy Land.
EASTER FLOWERS:
If you would like to donate towards flowers for Easter, we have started taking orders. To order, please fill out the form provided in the church narthex. Please include your check payable to St. Mary’s, and place both in the offering plate or drop it off at the parish office. You may also email your information to the parish office at stmarys@milwpc.com. The last day to order will be Sunday, March 22.
SACRAMENTAL RITE OF RECONCILIATION:
During the season of Lent, it is appropriate and a good idea to take stock of one’s relationship with God, neighbor, and oneself. Sharing that personal inventory and celebrating God’s love, mercy and forgiveness can be a very healing experience. Should you wish to take part in the Sacramental Rite of Reconciliation (private confession), please let Mother Pippa know and she will schedule a time.