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Lenten Supper and Discussion Groups continue on Thursday, March 18. Come for a simple supper and discussion of portions of a WGBH production of Harvard Profession Michael Sandel titled “Justice.” Supper begins at 5:30; the film and discussion, led this week by Van Quinn and the Rev. Victoria Jamieson-Drake, will begin at 6:00 pm. No reservations are necessary.

A Habitat House will be built this spring by the Episcopal and AME churches in Orange County. Volunteer builders are needed for morning and afternoon shifts on Saturday, March 20; volunteers are also needed to provide lunch for the builders. ContactRob Hooke or Harry Watson to volunteer your help with this project with our sister parish.

Vestry Elections will take place on March 21 following all Sunday services. Biographical information about the nominees is available in the March issue of Cross Roads.

Adult Education for Sunday, March 21, includes the final presentation by David Jamieson-Drake on Jesus as Prophet.

The annual CROP Walk to reduce hunger will be held on Sunday, March 21. To walk or to sponsor a walker, come to the Outreach Ministry table after morning services or contact Barbara Tremblay.

Episcopal Youth Community, both Juniors and Seniors, will meet on Sunday, March 21, at 5:00 pm. Youth Council will meet at 7:00 pm. Contact Caren Parker for additional information about EYC.

Naomi’s Network, a group for widows in the parish, will meet at 6:00 pm on Sunday, March 21 for corned beef, cabbage, and all things Irish. Contact Nancy Tunnessen for more information about this group.

The Adult Inquirers’ Class will meet on Monday, March 22, at 7:30 pm with a class on Holy Week by the Rector, Stephen Elkins-Williams. This series of classes is open to anyone who would like to know more about the Episcopal Church.

Episcopal Campus Ministry will meet on Tuesday, March 23, at 5:30 pm for fellowship, dinner, and discussion of Living Water.

Altar Flowers for Easter may be donated by filling in the form from the March issue of Cross Roads and submitting it to the parish office by March 29.

A Labyrinth Retreat will be held from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm on Wednesday, March 31, in conjunction with the ecumenically sponsored Labyrinth, available during Holy Week. For more information or to register for this retreat, held at Binkley Baptist Church, contact Velma Ferrell.

Plans are underway for the parish’s annual ABC Sale on April 17. Parishioners are urged to Volunteer their skills and talents in producing the sale; co-chairs for several departments are still needed. See the Volunteer Form. Information about Applications for Grants from sale proceeds is available here. The deadline for grant applications is March 31.

A Treasured Affair will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, April 8. Bring a gift to donate to the Treasure Room. RSVP to Lila Wolff by April 1if you plan to attend this event. This parish-wide event that benefits the entire community is not to be missed. Contact Sale Co-chairs Perri Kersh or Christina Balderson for additional information or to volunteer your help.

Altar Flowers are rearranged into small bouquets and delivered to parishioners on Mondays. More people are needed to deliver these flowers of celebration or commiseration; if you can help, please contact Mary Guckes.

The Inter-Faith Council’s requested donation for this week is rice; donation baskets are located in the church, the Yates wing, and the parish office.

Pledges to the 2010 Parish Budget can be made here. Pledges are welcome at any time throughout the year.

Please see Sunday Announcements for detailed information about these messages.