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March 1
Second Sunday in Lent
Genesis 17:1-7,15-16; Psalm 22:23-31
Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:31-38
“Saying What Needs to be Said”
The Rev. Emily Berman D’Andrea
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
8:30 a.m. Organ/Piano
11 a.m. Chancel, Westminster and
Genesis Choirs
7 p.m. Taizé Service
March 8
Third Sunday in Lent
Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19
1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John 2:13-22
“The Marketplace”
The Rev. Emily Berman D’Andrea
8:30 and 11 a.m.
Austin College a Capella Choir
(Daylight savings time begins.)
March 15
Fourth Sunday in Lent
Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Ephesians 2:1-10; John 3:14-21
“Great Works”
Kate Satterstrom
8:30 a.m. Organ/Piano
11 a.m. St. Andrews Ringers
March 22
Fifth Sunday in Lent
Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 51:1-12
Hebrews 5:5-10; John 12:20-33
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March 2015
Worship at 8:30 with a More Casual Atmosphere, a More Intimate Setting
“Come and See”
“Come and see” is what Phillip says to a
skeptical Nathaniel in John’s Gospel (John 1:46).
Nathaniel is grumpy and not sure what the big
hullaballou is about this Jesus person…harrumph,
harrumph! “Come and see ‘cause it’s pretty exciting what this Jesus person has to say to you and
to me,” is what Phillip says to his companion.
Now we’re inviting you to “come and see”
what has happened to our 8:30 a.m. service on
March 1, 8 and 15. You will probably notice a
more casual atmosphere, and you may notice a
more intimate setting. We will loosely follow
the structure of the Iona Community worship,
which is a form of worship that attempts to
make worship more relevant and participative.
We’ll move through worship with gathering
music, then confessing our sins, hearing the
Word for all ages, praying as a community,
responding through our gifts and being sent out
in song. “Come and see” what’s happening in the
sanctuary at the early service on the first three
Sundays of March.
Children’s Cantata on March 22 in Worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m.
Table for Five…Thousand!
Join us on March 22 when our children’s choirs (grades 1-6) present the story
of the miracle of the loaves and fishes.
There is one young boy with five loaves
and two fish and a willingness to share. We
don’t know much about the boy, but we
know the results of his action: an event so
startling, members of the crowd wanted
to proclaim Jesus as king. This event leads
to an even greater revelation as Jesus tells
his disciples, “I am the Bread of Life. Those
who come to me will never go hungry.”
Please join us in this presentation that
shows that the most humble among us—
especially children—can do great things
with God’s help.
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Revelers at the 2015 Summer Mission
Project Gala.
FROM THE ASSOCIATE PASTOR
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took a day of study leave before Lent began and
spent it on a retreat sponsored by the Shalem
Institute called, “A Nurturing Day for Clergy.” The
day was spent in prayer with thirteen other clergy
from other Christian denominations. We ate lunch in
silence and took a prayer walk. It was a good way to
prepare for the season of journeying and returning to
Christ—the season we call Lent.
Here are the the two walking
prayers we were given to pray as we
walked outside (in the freezing cold).
Feel free to pray these as you move
through this Lent.
Bless to me, O God
The earth beneath my feet.
Bless to me, O God,
The path whereon I go.
I have arrived. I am home. In God. In God.
Another prayer exercise from that day was a
Lectio Divina on Psalm 139. Lectio Divina is an ancient
way of praying the scriptures and listening for God’s
voice in those prayers. The phrase that “shimmered”
for me from that Psalm was, “you search out my
path.”
Perhaps God put these journeying/path prayers
on my heart that day for our congregation. We proceed on our Lenten journey following the well-worn
path toward the cross and grave. As we proceed on
the journey, we take each step with fellow travelers.
We are not alone as we move through the Lenten
season. Ultimately, God is our guide for this journey,
and God even searches out the path we are to follow.
I hope you will join us in the Lenten season at
Lewinsville. God is indeed searching out our path—
leading the way, guiding us to the place of rest. Lent
is not an easy journey to pursue, but you and I are not
alone on the path—on the journey.
Come and journey with us this Lent. We will
arrive home in God. In God.
Faithfully Yours,
Rev. Emily Berman D’Andrea
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Highlights from the January Session Meeting
The Session met on February 10, 2015. Below are actions and discussions that
highlight the work of the Session at this meeting.
u Approved two fundraisers for the Summer Mission Project (SMP).
1. The Presbyterian Women will be selling Easter Eggs starting at the end of February.
2. The SMP will have an envelope fundraiser for the month of May.
u Received the slate of nominees for the Annual Congregation Meeting from the
Nominating Committee.
u Approved one 10 a.m. worship service for Palm/Passion Sunday, March 29.
u Approved serving wine at the reception following the Easter Vigil, Saturday,
April 4.
u Received a report on “Just Do It” and the Strategic Plan update from Jim
Edmondson, Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee.
u Discussed “what’s next” for the Strategic Planning Committee.
u Approved the recommendations of the Personnel Committee to hire Carole
Huston as Director of Music Ministries and Laura Marchisotto as Church
Musician.
u Approved the recommendation of the Children and Families Task Force to
enter into a partnership with Fairfax County Public Schools and Westgate
Elementary School and to give the Children and Families Task Force oversight
of the partnership.
u Discussed what kind of healing and reconciliation practices would be helpful
for us as we move forward in faithfulness to God.
u Received reports from the Interim Pastor Search Committee, the Church
Administrator Search Committee, and the Stewardship Committee.
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Mary Ann Philipp, Clerk of Session
Austin College A Cappella Choir to Perform at Lewinsville
The Austin College A Cappella
Choir, under the direction of Dr. Wayne
Crannell, will present a concert of choral
and vocal music at Lewinsville at 7 p.m.
on March 7. The A Cappella Choir will be
joined by the AC Consort, The Quartette,
and Descant. We’ll also enjoy their singing at the 11 a.m. service on March 8.
Choral music has been a part of the
fabric of Austin College for more than
a hundred years, and the a capella choir
was formed in 1947, garnering international acclaim in its first decade.
The Choir performs a variety of unaccompanied selections, from traditional
sacred music to 20th century pieces to avant
garde works. Featured on these concerts are
works from the Russian orthodox church,
the Anglican cathedral tradition, and Latin
motets. The Choir completes its program
with Sarah Hopkins’ “Past Life Melodies,” as
well as other traditional a cappella works
and contemporary spirituals.
Also on the program is the Consort, a
12-voice vocal jazz ensemble made up of
singers from the Choir and modeled after a
cappella groups, such as The Real Group and
Vox One. The program will be rounded out
by the Quartette, a male a cappella group
named after the first vocal ensemble formed
at Austin College in 1892, and Descant, a
woman’s a cappella group.
Recital Features LeeLee Hunter and Anna Odell
Guitarist LeeLee Hunter and harpist Anna
Odell will present a recital on Saturday, March
14, at 7 p.m. in the Lewinsville sanctuary.
LeeLee Hunter grew up in this congre-
gation and is the daughter of Rob Hunter.
She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s
degrees at the Peabody Conservatory in the
studio of Julian Gray. LeeLee has performed
in masterclasses with Lorenzo Micheli and
Matteo Mela of Soloduo, Carlos Perez, Bruce
Holzman, and Zoran Dukic. In addition to
solo performances, LeeLee collaborates
extensively with other musicians, including
soprano Chelsea Buyalos and harpist Anna
Odell.
Anna Odell attends the renowned Curtis
Institute of Music for the Artist Diploma
program. She studies with Elizabeth Hainen, principal harpist of the Philadelphia
Orchestra. In 2012, Anna Odell received her
Bachelor of Music in Harp Performance from
the University of Toronto. During her time
in Toronto, Anna studied with the renowned
harpist Judy Loman, former principal harpist
of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Anna
has extensive orchestral and ensemble
experience, in addition to being an accomplished soloist known for her musicality and
sensitive playing.
Both musicians are involved with Mobile
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Music NOW! a non-profit organization
devoted to providing music education and
outreach for children and adults. For more
information on MMN, please visit their web
site: www.mobilemusicnow.org.
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Second Saturday Set Gathers This Spring for Artifacts and Bach!
MARCH
Join us for a potluck dinner event at the
McElroys’ home on Saturday, March 14, at
6:30 p.m. to explore the Lost Memorials of
Lewinsville. Much of the rich detail of Lewinsville’s history has been lost or forgotten.
Roland and Bettie McElroy found a large
box of memorial plaques among historical artifacts at the church and set about determining the nature of the gifts once associated
with the plaques. Stories unearthed in their
search reveal a church enriched and enlivened by extraordinary personalities and their
gifts. Why, in 1891, did someone who visited
Lewinsville once give us a sterling silver
communion set that is still in use today? Why
was a war memorial the only plaque or tapestry hung in the sanctuary for thirty-three
years (1923-1956)?
Come and appreciate these and other
stories from Lewinsville’s past that encourage
us to meet the challenges in our future with
Christian vigor…while never forgetting the
path that has been laid for us. Bring a dish
to share and your choice of beverage. Soft
Strathmore Center for
the Performing Arts
drinks and coffee will be provided. Please
contact Bettie McElroy, 703-237-0358 or bettie@mcelroyassoc.com, for food assignments.
APRIL
Join us as we continue our Easter
celebrations with an excursion to see the
National Philharmonic Orchestra perform
Bach’s St. John’s Passion at the Strathmore
Music Center in Bethesda. Meet at Strathmore for drinks and a buffet dinner at 6
p.m.; then move to the concert hall for the
performance at 8 p.m. You may also enjoy
the pre-concert discussion that starts in the
concert hall at 6:45 p.m.
Tickets are $36 each. Dinner is approx.
$20, plus wine. We’ll need a firm commitment by March 19 in order to purchase
tickets at the group discount. For more
information, including directions, please visit
www.strathmore.org. Contact Anne or Tom
Mellor, 703-938-5498 or rollem@verizon.net
to sign up. As always, all are welcome!
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MEMBERS IN INDEPENDENT LIVING, NURSING HOMES & CARE CENTERS
Births
Ashby Ponds: Quinn and Celia Morrison, Glenn and Evelyn Jones
Chesterbrook Residences: Ruth Bathe, Mai Estelle Collins, Dee Custer,
Jean Ours
Goodwin House, Falls Church: Charles and Mary Hutchison
Greenspring, Springfield: Herb Dimmock, Joanne Field, Alice Johnston
The Hermitage: Margot Scheffey
The Jefferson, Arlington: Fran Pearce
Lewinsville Retirement Residence: Lurleen Ogle, Lucille Quinn, Mina
Sulaiman
Sunrise, Hunter Mill: Chuck McGuire
Sunrise, McLean: Sara Mae Eckstein, Ethelmae Page, Roy and Betty
Palmer, Mary Partridge, Mary Helen and Bill Youngs
Tall Oaks, Reston: George and Muriel Rogers
Vinson Hall, McLean: Elaine Baker, Barbara Siple, Charlie and Jean
Mertz
The Virginian, Fairfax: Maynard Kidwell
Westminster at Lake Ridge (asst. living): Alice Gapp
Westminster at Lake Ridge: Lora Watson
Congratulations to Paul and Christa Ondiak on the birth of Jackson
Thomas Ondiak on February 8. The proud grandparents are Susan and
Wayne Ondiak.
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Anniversaries
Congratulations to ALL Lewinsville couples celebrating February
wedding anniversaries.
The following couple is celebrating a miletone:
u Ernst and Sara Volgenau – 56 years on March 29
Deaths
Our loving sympathy and prayers are extended to:
u Family of former member Ruth Schultz Beaschler surrounding her
death on January 23 in Flat Rock, NC.
u Family of Ted Garber on the death of his wife, Rebecca Garber, on
January 31. Ted is the grandson of Lessie Garber Sutherland.
u Family of Jean Kilmer surrounding her death on February 5, 2015.
A memorial service was held February 14, 2015 at Lewinsville
Presbyterian Church
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2015 Lenten Study
Serious Religious Doubt: The Role of Faith, Hope
and Love in Contexts of Suffering
Our 2015 Lenten Study will be led by Reverend John Y. Lee, the Pastor of Rock Presbyterian
Church. Rev. Lee is also a Teaching Fellow at The John Leland Center for Theological Studies.
He holds advanced degrees from Gordon-Conwell Theological
Seminary, Yale Divinity School, and Claremont Graduate University.
Ordained in the PC(USA), he is also a member of the Reformed
Institute of Metropolitan Washington’s Company of Teachers.
Sunday March 15
9:45 a.m. Lecture #1: Faith and Doubt; Hebrews 11:1-6
during morning Education hour in Fellowship Hall
6 p.m. Light Supper/Fellowship
6:30-8:15 p.m. Lecture #2: Hope and Doubt; Romans 5:1-5
held in Fellowship Hall
Sunday March 22
9:45 a.m. Lecture #3: Love and Doubt ; John 15:9-17
during morning Education hour in Fellowship Hall
6 p.m. Light Supper/Fellowship
6:30-8:15 p.m. Lecture #4: Community and Doubt; Hebrews 3:12-14
held in Fellowship Hal
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Just Do It!
T
he Older Adult Council communicates, coordinates, and
advocates for older adult programs and services at Lewinsville. Jerry
Hopkins has chaired this committee
since its inception in 2012. Through his
leadership this new committee found a
focus, exploring services and programs
for older adults both within Lewinsville
and beyond its walls.
The committee focused on our
community’s senior housing, Lewinsville
Retirement Residences and Chesterbrook
Residences; on services like the Shepherd
Center’s rides for seniors; the education
component, such as the programs provided by JSSA this past year; and the county
programs like Senior Source.
Jerry is stepping down as the chair of
this committee, and we thank him for his
leadership and expertise. Rosalind Phillips has agreed to step up from secretary
to chair of the council.
As we consider how we may each
“Just Do It,” we invite you to participate
in our next project. The Older Adult
Council is working with the Christian
Education committee to provide a
class during the April 19-May 17 module
entitled, “Navigating the Second Half of
Life.” Topics are geared to older adults
and those who love and care for them.
Rebecca Porter of JSSA will lead a few
of these sessions as we explore options
to keep our loved ones active and safe.
Please mark your calendar to join us.
We also invite you to volunteer at
Chesterbrook Residences or provide rides
through the Shepherd’s Center. To learn
more, please contact Claire Grossi (Chesterbrook) and Betty Douglass (Shepherds
Center)
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Take Part in the Summer Mission Project with Habitat in South Carolina
This summer from June 20 to 27 a group
from our church will travel to Hartsville,
South Carolina for the annual Summer
Mission Project (SMP). This year’s SMP will be
done in grand proportion. In honor of completing 25 years of SMP ministry, we wanted
to celebrate the best way we know how—on
the job site with hammers and nails.
We have committed to working with
Habitat for Humanity of Darlington County
to complete a blitz build. A blitz build is
building one house in one week—start to
finish! We first partnered with this Habitat
affiliate in June 2011 and our Winter Mission Project team has been returning every
January for the past five years. Lewinsville
has a real connection with the community
in Hartsville, and we are excited about the
opportunity to participate in this blitz build.
Participating in a blitz build is a large
undertaking, but we don’t go in blindly. SMP
completed a blitz build in Lynchburg, Virginia,
in 2000. We have been planning for over a
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year and June is coming up quickly. A team of SMP over the past 25 years and as we continue to do ministry.
five SMP participants with formal construcPlease keep our upcoming blitz build
tion knowledge is currently working with
Habitat for Humanity of Darlington County
(planning and executing) in your prayers.
Thank you!
to prepare for the blitz build and ensure the
week runs seamlessly. Our
fundraising goal for the
blitz build is $70,000, which
covers the cost of the entire
build. We have currently
raised $47,000 and are on
our way to our $70,000
total. We are excited for
people to partner with
us by helping to buy the
house. We have set up a
registry that allows people
to purchase different parts
of the house. You can
participate by visiting www.
zola.com/registry/lewinsville-smp. We thank you for
Lewinsville volunteers went to
your faithful support of
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Hartsville, SC, to work on a
Winter Mission project.
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An event not to be missed!
30-Hour Famine
Remembering Our Stories
We live in a world of abundance
where our basic needs are more than
met. We have a roof over our heads,
food in our bellies, and access to health
care. Yet, while we have plenty of resources, there are many people who live
in poverty where even the most basic
resources are not available.
On March 20-21, the youth of Lewinsville Church will go 30 hours without
food while learning about hunger issues
Presbyterian women’s Retreat
March 14, 2015 (13th overnight option)
Led by Pastor Emily D’Andrea
Meadowkirk Retreat Center in Middleburg, VA
“Remembering is
more than recalling
flickering memories of the past. True remembering
is reliving the past to give meaning to the present
and to gain hope for the future…. Another dimension
of remembering our stories is connecting our stories
with God’s story in scripture. These stories record
the community of faith’s experiences of God’s presence.” So says Richard L. Morgan
in his book, Remembering Your Story: A Guide to Spiritual Autobiography.
Join the women of Lewinsville Church on retreat to hear the stories of sisters in Christ and
to get to know others who have stories to tell. Please sign up on the church website:
www.lewinsville.org.
around the globe, nationally, and here at
home. While a 30-hour fast is challenging, this is only a small experience
of what people face every day. While
learning about hunger, we will also do a
community service project, then we will
break our fast on Saturday evening with
communion. You are welcome to join
the youth in fasting and are encouraged
to support the youth through monetary
donations that will go towards helping
World Vision eradicate chronic hunger.
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8:30 and 11 a.m.
“Table for Five…Thousand”
Children’s Cantata
Presented by Children’s Choirs
March 29, one service at 10 a.m.
Passion/Palm Sunday
Mark 11:1-11; Mark 15:1-47
Triumphal Entry with Palms
Dramatic Reading of the Passion
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Holy Week & Easter 2015
Palm /Passion Sunday
Sunday, March 29, at 10 a.m.
No Christian Education
Triumphal Entry with Palms
Dramatic Reading of the Passion
TRIDUUM/April 2-4
(Maundy Thursday through Easter)
Maundy Thursday
Thursday, April 2, at 7:30 p. m.
Foot Washing (optional)
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
Stripping of the Church
Exodus 12:1-4 (5-10), 11-14; Psalm 116:12, 12-19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26;
John 13:1-17, 31b-35
Rev. Emily Berman D’Andrea
Good Friday
Friday, April 3. at 7:30 p.m.
Service of Tenebrae (Darkness)
Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Psalm 22; Hebrews
10:16-25; John 18:1-19:42
Rev. Stephany Crosby
The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Saturday
Saturday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m.
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
The Story of Salvation History
Renewal of the Baptismal Covenant
Rev. Stephany Crosby
Post-Easter Vigil Celebration
St. Andrews Hall
Easter Sunday
Resurrection of the Lord
Sunday, April 5, at 9 & 11 a.m.
Festival Worship
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
Chancel Choir & Brass
Acts 10:34-43; Isaiah 25:6-9; Psalm
118:1-2, 14-24; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Acts
10:34-43; John 20:1-18; Mark 16:1-8
“Simply Jesus”
Rev. Emily Berman D’Andrea
10:15 a.m. Rock-n-Roll Easter Event
in Fellowship Hall followed by
Easter Egg Hunt on Peters’ Green
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