February

Transitioning from Green to White to Purple...

Lent comes early this year so we have been Epiphany green in January, will have the white of Transfiguration on February 7 and then Ash Wednesday begins purple on February 10. All in a matter of days.

On Wednesday, February 3, the Preschool is having a fundraising spaghetti supper at 6:00 pm in Trinity Hall. An opportunity for a great meal and lots of fun with the children as we all enjoy their singing. Come out and support the preschool. Proceeds from the meal provide scholarships whereas donations from the bake sale support the playground renovations.

Shrove Tuesday is February 9 when we will have our traditional pancake supper, with sausage and applesauce. Typically, on Shrove Tuesday, also called Fat Tuesday, households used up the fatty foods and cooking fat which would not be consumed during the forty days of Lent. Come out at 6 pm to enjoy the pancakes (regular and chocolate chip) and prepare for Lent.

Wednesday, February 10 is Ash Wednesday and we will have worship services, including the imposition of ashes, at 12:00 noon and 7:00 pm.

Then on Friday, February 12 the Valentine's Day Big Band Bash will take place at 7:00 pm in Trinity Hall. Come and enjoy the sounds of the Durham Jazz Orchestra, an 18 piece band plus vocalists. All ages will enjoy the music from the big-band era and the dance floor will be open if you are so inclined. Please bring some sweet or salty dessert treats to share with others.

Throughout Lent, there will be Wednesday Night suppers at 6:00 pm and Lenten devotions at 7:00 pm worship services. On Fridays at noon during Lent, Rev. Lorrel Strom-Jensen will be offering meditations on the Stations of the Cross in our sanctuary.

On Sunday, February 21 at 3:00 pm, we will have a presentation of War Room. Come join us for this powerful movie on the power of prayer -- popcorn included.

January-February Notes

New Year Bible Study -- The Bible is the Book of Faith and we are going to embark on a year of getting to know our Bible better. We invite you to start with our list of short daily readings, by week, for the year. Hard copies are available in the foyer and are also listed on our website. Read and study the scripture. Then, join with others during the  Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 am) to discuss the week's readings. The class meets in Trinity Hall with Pastor Anderson and others leading.

The Young In Spirit February gathering will be to see the play, "Steel Magnolias" at the Central Orange Senior Center, 103 Meadowland Drive, Hillsborough on Thursday, February 13 at 7:30 pm. Costs is $15 per person. Reservations are due by February 1. If you are interested, sign up in the reception office or call the church office at 919-489-3214.

Valentine Day Big Band Bash! Come and enjoy the big band sounds of the Durham Jazz Orchestra on Friday, February 14, 7-9 pm in Trinity Hall. Bring your friends to listen to the great sounds of yesteryear The dance floor will be open for all who wish to take a whirl. Donations of desserts or salty snacks would be appreciated.

Chili Cook-Off! It's winter and time for our annual Chili Cook-off! On Wednesday Night, Feb 5 we invite any and all cooks to bring a crock-pot of their chili -- all varieties are welcome! We provide all the rest of the meal. Serving begins at 6:00 so the chili should be here by 5:45 pm.

Dates to make note of:
February 19 -- Preschool Spaghetti Fundraiser Dinner in Trinity Hall at 6 pm! Come help raise money to build up our Preschool Scholarship Program and enjoy a great home-made meal. Activities for children as well.

March 4 -- Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at 6 pm. Come celebrate before we begin Lent the next day. Enjoy pancakes, sausage, and applesauce in a Mardi Gras fashion.

March 5 -- Ash Wednesday worship services at noon and 7 pm

March 12, 19, 26, Apr 2, and 9 -- Light supper at 6 pm and mid-week Lenten services in the sanctuary at 7 pm.