Episcopal Church in Snellville, GA
MUSICAL MUSING
During these trying times I, like many of you, turn to music for solace. I am particularly drawn to hymns and instrumental music. Many of our favorite hymns have been around for hundreds of years. This past week I have been listening to and playing a hymn tune by Thomas Tallis that was written over 459 years ago.
For the full article and some lovely music, click here: musical musings – the third tune.
Out of our care and concern for our parish and community, St. Matthew’s campus is closed due to the COVID-19 virus emergency, St. Matthew’s will be offering online services on Facebook Live at the following times:
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Morning Devotions
Monday & Tuesday April 6 & 7
8:00 a.m.
Wednesday April 8
10:00 a.m.
Evening Devotions
Monday through Wednesday April 6-8
6:00 p.m.
Maundy Thursday April 9
6:00 p.m.
Good Friday April 10
Stations of the Cross
12:00 noon
Easter Sunday April 12 View Easter Service Bulletin
10:00 a.m.
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Please take a moment to read Bishop Wright’s Shelter in Place Directive.
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(Coming Soon)
Lent is a time of stepping back and being thoughtful about deepening our relationship with God, mindful of what God has done for us, the sacrifice of God’s Son, Jesus Christ, and the ways we fall short of what God asks of u. s. At St. Matthew’s we have many opportunities to step closer to God in relationship and service, reaching out for reconciliation and God’s healing presence in our lives.
Sunday Services in Lent beginning 3/15/2020 — Due to the COVID-19 virus, we are suspending services and all activities at the church through the end of March. Please see the letter to this effect regarding worship and activities at St. Matthew’s here.
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Blessing of the Palms and Palm Procession
PLEASE NOTE that the blessing of the palms and the procession will begin earlier than last year:
Beginning at 7:50 a.m. prior to the 8:00 a.m. service in the parish hall
Beginning at 10:10 a.m. prior to the 10:30 a.m. service in the parking lot/courtyard (weather permitting)
The youth will lead the palm procession for the 10:30 service
The Passion Gospel–re-enactment by the St. Matt’s youth at 10:30 a.m. service
Hand and Foot Washing and Eucharist
Followed by the VIGIL AT THE ALTAR OF REPOSE
9:00 p.m. Thursday—11:30 a.m. Friday.
Sign up on the sheet in the narthex at church to watch and pray overnight.
11:30 A.M. Stations of the Cross
12:00 NOON Good Friday Service with music
6:45 P.M. Stations of the Cross
7:30 P.M. Good Friday Service with music
Bring bells to ring at the Gloria during the service as we begin the celebration of the first Eucharist mass of Easter
(Please note that there is no nursery available for the Easter Vigil. Children of all ages are always welcome in church.)
Flowering of the Cross before and after both services–bring flowers from home or use those provided
This year (weather permitting) we will place the cross in the courtyard.
All are invited to place flowers on the cross before or after either service.
Nursery available for ages 6 mos. – age 4 at the 10:30 a.m. service; Children of all ages are always welcome in church at any service.
