Re“Mark”able News - 10 December 2017

Today's Readings: Isaiah 40:1-11; 2 Peter 3:8-15a; Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13; Mark 1:1-8​

Noticias Re"Mark"adas (anuncios espanol) ​

Together in Faith: As it is written in the prophet Isaiah, “See, I am sending my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way; the voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.’” Mark 1:2-3

The role of a steward is often to make crooked paths straight. We do this by helping those less fortunate, by providing for the needs of our church community, by being voices of moderation and encouragement, by being examples of faith and hope for those around us.

Bishop's Committee Parishioner Liaison: Every week there will be an assigned member of the Bishop's Committee to serve as a Parishioner Liaison. We encourage parishioners to seek out this assigned member whenever there is a suggestion, question or concern. The liaisons will bring all comments to the monthly meeting of the Bishop's Committee to be addressed as appropriate. This week’s Parishioner Liaison is Anali Perry.

Christmas Flowers: Remember a loved one or offer thanks in our Christmas Eve service bulletins. Please fill out a Christmas Flowers form found in the pew pocket or Narthex and enclose it with your payment in the envelope provided. Forms and money are due no later than Sunday, December 17, 2017.

Calling Bishop’s Committee Candidates: Will you consider running? As a candidate, you will need to be a member in good standing, committed to growing spiritually, and supportive of both the mission and ministries of our church. If you meet these expectations and would like to explore serving on the Bishop’s Committee, please contact Fr. Gerardo at 480-964-5820 no later that December, 15th.

Bibles: MarkDowns Thrift Store needs bibles! They hand them out for free and they are going through them quickly. Spanish and English bibles are needed please!

Upcoming Ministry Meetings:

• ECW & M: December 10th, 2017: Christmas Luncheon at Mimi’s Café, 1250 S Alma School at 12 pm
• Daughters of the King: December 13, 2017, 11 am
• Altar Guild: December 16, 10 am
• Bishop’s Committee: Tuesday, December 19, 2017, 7 pm, Conference Room
• Ministry Council (all ministry leaders): Tuesday, January 16, 7 pm

Mark Your Calendars:

• Sunday, Dec. 17th, La Posada following our 10 am service in Knight Hall
• Christmas Eve falls on a Sunday and services are as follows:
  • Spanish service: 8 am
  • Rite II with Children’s Pageant: 10 am
  • Rite II Choral Service: 7 pm
• Christmas Day: Monday, Dec. 25th at 10 am

Junior Warden Schedule: Our Junior Warden, Bob Cheatham, will be keeping regularly scheduled hours at the office: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 8-10 am performing various maintenance duties; also every Friday from 7 am-11 am performing beautification, and property maintenance. If you have questions, comments or just want to help out, please call Bob Cheatham at 602-568-2701. 

​Full announcements (pdf)