Good Monday, Church!
The sun is shining, the temperature is climbing, and it feels like spring is finally on its way. Let’s enjoy the pleasant days ahead—and maybe the wind will settle down before the summer heat arrives.
Sunday’s baptism was a deeply spiritual moment for me. There’s something sacred about placing my hand into the water and becoming a vessel of the Holy Spirit. I often find myself wavering between awe and overwhelming joy. If you know me well, you know my joy tends to leak out through my eyes! What a thrilling experience to baptize three young people this week—and Ian back in January. It’s clear: we’re seeing the beginnings of a youth group, and I’m excited to plan some outings for our kids and their friends. I’ll need your help, so stay tuned.
At the same time, I’m preparing funerals—living in the tension between grief and grace. Funerals are bittersweet. What breaks our hearts is the same sacred moment that frees our loved ones into the tangible presence of God. While we mourn, I believe they hear our tears… and God’s voice saying, “Welcome home, good and faithful servant.”
Grief doesn’t leave us—it becomes part of us, and processing it is essential to our well-being. If you or someone you know is struggling with loss, please reach out. I have many resources and am always available to listen or walk alongside you.
And always—pray for one another. Our church family carries joys and sorrows side by side, and the prayers of a faithful, loving community do so much to lighten the burden. God hears us—especially when we lift each other up.
Blessings and love,
In the name of the risen Christ,
Mary
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Funeral for Eleanor Goodwin April 9, 2025 at 11am in the chapel at Shannon Rose Hill Funeral Home, 7301 E. Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76112. There will be a viewing on Tuesday April, 8, 2025 from 5-7pm in the funeral chapel. All are welcome.
The St. Matthew Women’s Group will meet Thursday April 10th@ 12noon. Everyone is welcome.
Funeral for Patsy Reeves will be May 3rd at 11am at Saint Matthew. More details to come, but we will need a meal prepared for the family to follow the service.
Palm Sunday service @ 11am with Potluck lunch to follow. Please stay for our family meal, the food will be amazing and the company will be grand!
Maundy Thursday light meal at 6pm on Thursday April 17, 2025 followed by Maundy Thursday service at 6:30 pm.
Good Friday light meal at 6pm on Friday April 18, 2025 followed by Good Friday service at 6:30 pm.
Easter Sunday: 10am Easter Egg hunt for the children. Be there at 0950. The hunt starts precisely at 10am. Easter Services at 11am.
Mother’s Day is May 11, 2025.