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Good News from St. Nicholas Episcopal Church April 9, 2017

Holy Week

“Therefore, God elevated him to the place of

highest honor and gave him the name above all

other names.” Phil. 2: 9

Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday.

The day we remember Jesus’ triumphal

journey into Jerusalem before His crucifixion.

When the disciples saw the enthusiastic

crowds, they brought a donkey for Jesus to

ride on, while the people spread their cloaks

and through branches from the trees.

“Hosanna! Hosanna to the Son of David.”

Palms from ancient times were symbols of victory and triumph.

Maundy Thursday represents Jesus’ Passover meal with His disciples. Maundy is

derived from the Latin word for "command," and refers to Jesus’ commandment to

the disciples to "Love one another as I have loved you." (Service at 7 pm)

Good Friday Services:

Noon: Stations of Cross

6:00: Drama & Communion

“Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory

through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corth. 15: 57

Good Friday

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“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken

together, running over will be poured.“

For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you”. Luke 6: 38

What a Chat n Sew team! Twelve layettes are being made to donate to new

mom’s at Feather River Hospital. Great job Nicci, Pat, Peggy, Sandy, Judy, Sonja

and Patty!

“For the greatest among you must be your servant.” Matt. 23: 11

Thank you

to our youth

for cleaning

up the front

gardens!

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Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the

Lord. Romans 12: 11

“It’s Panda

Express day

at Loaves

and Fishes!”

Tina makes

her wonder-

ful Teriyaki

Chicken.

Her husband Dwayne is creating a Loaves and Fishes website!

My Father will honor the one who serves me. John 12: 26

Desserts anyone?

Jan and Suzanne have been serving our meal

guests faithfully for seven years. Thank you

Jan & Suzanne!

Thursday night was homemade

meatloaf! We are so grateful for a

past church member who donated

$400 of groceries including ground beef. Everyone was blessed. Great

job to Kevin our cook in the kitchen!

A generous person will prosper;

whoever refreshes others will be

refreshed. Proverbs 11: 25

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New Bible Study after Easter

“Introduction to Doctrine” Biblical Doctrine is truth revealed from

Scripture regarding God, His ways and His

purposes. Doctrine comes from the Bible it-

self. We receive clarity in Scripture concern-

ing God’s teachings.

Led by Greg Zucco, 877-9208

Tuesday’s 6:00 to 8:00 beginning April 25.

15 part class, No book, but handouts pro-

vided. Mutual accountability & prayer.

Legacy Stewardship

workshop May 10 Ves-

try meeting. All are

welcome. 6 to 8 pm

201 Seven Spiritual Habits

Class

Sunday, April 23

12:00 to 2:00 pm

Taught by Marnie Smith

What are our core longings? We can meet our core longings with spiritual habits!

We open up Confirmation class this day to any other members of our church fam-

ily who would like to learn more about these spiritual habits:

1-Time in God’s Word

2-Prayer/Fasting 5-Tithing

3-Worship 6-Serving in Ministry

4-Fellowship 7-Sharing Your Story

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If we walk in the Light as He Himself is in the Light, we have fellowship with one another.

1 John 1: 7

“We made chili and en-

tered into a St. Nicholas

‘Chili Cook Off.’ ”

“We used our secret

recipes!” March 12 was great fellowship! Thank you to our chili makers!

This is the best chili cook off St. Nicholas has had yet!

St. Nicholas Financial Report

March: Total pledged amount received thru March: $7,908. Budgeted pledge income for March: $9,417.

Year-to-Date: Total pledged amount received thru March: $22,367

Budgeted pledge income thru March: $28,250

As indicated by these figures, our parish is struggling to meet our financial commitments. Please check to determine if your donations are current. We are grateful to those who are current in your donations and faithfully support our min-istry.

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When Jesus Prays for Your

Faith

The doctrine of “Christian Assurance”

is the biblical teaching that Jesus con-

tinues to pray for us at the right hand

of the Father

“My dear children. . .We have a friend

who speaks to the Father for us. He

is Jesus Christ, the Blameless One.”

1 John 2: 1-2

“Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because

he always lives to intercede for them.” Heb. 7: 25

Remember that Judas and Peter both betrayed Jesus. Jesus prayed for Peter: “I have

prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. When you have turned back,

strengthen your brothers.” Lk. 22: 32

Therefore encourage one another and build up one another, just as you also are doing.

1 Thess. 5: 11

Carrie Love-Conn is now employed at Atria

Senior Living in Paradise! “I work nights

from 10 p.m to 6:30.” “I thank God for this

job!”

“I love my job. It is very easy to get close to

your residents. When residents can’t sleep, I

get to go in and visit with them and learn more

about their lives. I am able to pray with some

residents which is deeply rewarding.”

Annual Crab Feed Feb. 25—A Great

Night of Fellowship

Thank you Pat and Rick Velasco, Nicci

and Elvia for this great event!

Our profit this year was: $1,869.34

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Stephen Ministry

Stephen Ministry is available to those who are in

need during one of life's many crises, be it job loss,

health diagnosis, death, dysfunctional family

situations, moving, retirement (chosen or not ), and

much more.

Don’t go it alone call upon a Stephen Minister.

The next time you or someone you know is in crises,

consider a Stephen Minister.

Stephen Ministry is opening up your heart to re-

ceive God's healing love.

Please call Deon Mangan, Referrals Coordinator,

in the church office or Pastor Ann if you or some-

one you know is in need of a Stephen Minister at

530-877-7006.

“Make your love increase and overflow for each other.”

1 Thessalonians 3:12

Upcoming Events at St. Nicks’ Wed., April 12 Vestry Meeting

Thurs., April 20 Commodities Distribution

Sun., April 23 Confirmation Class

Tues., April 25 New Covenant Group

Sun., May 14 Mother’s Day Brunch

T/-Th May 23-5 Pastor Ann at Clergy Conference

Sat, May 27 St. Nicks’ Yard Sale & BBQ

Sun., June 11 Bishop Beisner here for Confirmation

Holy Week Schedule at St. Nicks’ Maundy Thursday, April 13, 7 PM Liturgy & Eucharist

Good Friday, April 14 Noon Stations of the Cross

Good Friday, April 14, 6 PM Passion Liturgy & Eucharist

Easter Sunday, April 16, 8 & 10 AM Services

Easter Sunday, April 16, 11:30 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

Congratulations to these

Commissioned Stephen

Ministers