Dear E-pistle subscriber,

A big week coming up:

· Sunday morning – before everyone’s attention turns back to football! – in addition to celebrating the Last Sunday of Epiphany, we wrap up our series on “Living in the Spirit” during the Adult Forum Hour (10:10 a.m.) The topic: the difference between planning for the future and worrying about the future. All are welcome, even if you haven’t made it to the first part of the series.

· The youth group’s new initiative – delivering submarine sandwiches for the Super Bowl – was a big success, and so the Middle School and High School youth will be spending late Sunday morning constructing sandwiches, and the early part of Sunday afternoon delivering them to over 65 families!

· Tuesday night, we’ll be gathering at Ida Lee for a Shrove Tuesday Potluck Supper, starting at 6:00 p.m. Bring an entrée, side, or dessert, in addition to bringing something that you are giving up for Lent. This recovers the ancient tradition of getting rid of anything you’re giving up for Lent, and is your last chance to indulge until Easter! We’ll have a brief program to talk about Lent, and why we give up something that has a hold on us. This dinner is for all ages. I hope to see you there. RSVP to the Church Office at info@stjamesleesburg.org or (703)777-1124.

· Ash Wednesday services are:

6:30 a.m.: Holy Eucharist & Imposition of Ashes
12:00 Noon: Holy Eucharist & Imposition of Ashes
6:00 p.m.: Children’s Liturgy with Imposition of Ashes
7:30 p.m.: Holy Eucharist & Imposition of Ashes

Finally, we have a new Lenten Brochure out: click here to learn more about the season of Lent, and what St. James’ is offering to help you make your Lent a holy one.

See you Sunday,

Fr. John