January 27, 2022

In anticipation of the forecasted winter storm this weekend, Middle School and High School groups will be meeting ONLY on Zoom this Sunday, January 30. Youth groups will return to hybrid the following week. Please contact Eva Dalzell with any questions.

High School Zoom Link (11:15 am - 12:15 pm)

Middle School Zoom Link (5:30pm - 6:30pm)

Please note that Midwinter Candlemas & Cocoa scheduled for this Sunday, January 30 has been CANCELLED in anticipation of the forecasted winter storm. 

During the month of February, our Midweeks will become Midwinter @ Epiphany! Please join us on Wednesdays February 2 and February 16 for a time of fellowship, warming snacks in the Cloister, and indoor formation for all ages. 

This Wednesday, February 2, we will offer cocoa, cookies, and hot dogs from 6:30 - 7:00 pm in the Cloister Garden. Starting at 7:00 pm, we will move inside for adult Bible study with Rev. Nick in Upper Parish Hall, and creative arts programming for children with Bryn in Hadley Hall. We'll wrap up our evening at 7:30 pm. Please grab your boots and join us! 

The diocesan community is invited to join in giving thanks for the life and witness of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu on Wednesday, February 2 at 6:00 pm. The livestreamed service of Holy Eucharist will be held at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Boston. Bishop Alan M. Gates and Bishop Gayle E. Harris will co-preside, and a sermon will be offered by the Rev. Noble Scheepers, co-chair of the diocesan Racial Justice Commission, who was mentored by and worked with Tutu. The livestream will be available to view on the cathedral's website, as well as the cathedral's YouTube channel. 

All are invited to a solo organ recital by Jeremy Bruns at Christ Church Andover on Saturday, February 5 at 4:00 pm. The program features the works of Johann Kuhnau, J.S. Bach, Felix Mendelssohn, Vincent Persichetti, George Shearing, Marcel Dupré, Jeanne Demessieux, and Maurice Duruflé. There is a suggested donation of $20/$10 for students and seniors; $35 for families. Masks and social distancing required. The recital will also be broadcast live via YouTube with a link available on the Christ Church website. 

Dear Epiphany,

Darren and I wanted to express our thanks for the wonderful sendoff you gave us on January 16. I am so grateful for the many lovely cards and emails that I received, and for the many conversations I had over my last few weeks.  

Darren and I are settling into our temporary apartment, and have just made an offer on a more permanent home. We look forward to hanging the beautiful mosaic that you gave us over our new front door. Thank you, Suzanne, for your beautiful artistry! 

Know that you continue to be in my heart and in my prayers.

With gratitude,
Craig

Do you have a birthday or anniversary in February that you would like noted in 3 Crowns and the Sunday bulletin during the first week of the month? If so, we invite you to send the details to Kathryn at office@3crowns.org by Sunday, January 30. 

Join us via Zoom on Thursdays at 7:30 pm January 20 through February 24 for a contemplative book discussion on Breathing Underwater by Richard Rohr. Please contact Sandra LaPerche with any questions.  

Over 130 films have been made about Jesus since the advent of cinema, and like no other art form, these movies have influenced the perception and understanding of Jesus for Christians and non-Christians alike. This class will examine some of the most influential of these films and delve into how they have been shaped by the Gospels, Christian tradition, and the film’s own cultural context. But perhaps more interesting is the way they have fed back into the culture and influenced spirituality and theology on a large scale. We will begin with the silent era, move through to the wide screen Biblical epics, and on to more modern and subversive interpretations of traditional elements.

Even if you didn't attend the last class, you are always welcome. The class will be a hybrid offering, hosted in the Chapel and via Zoom. Bring your popcorn wherever you are!

Join Rev. Nick and Rich Goldhor as we explore the story and theology of our Episcopal tradition. We will explore both the history and story, the theology and thinking, the vision and vocation of our branch of the Christian faith. This is a great space to ask questions and explore answers together about our church. This course is great for those new to the Episcopal Church, as well as those who are interested in deepening their understanding of and calling within the life of the Episcopal Church as a spiritual home.

Please click to view recordings of Sessions #1 and #2. Even if you didn't attend the last class, you are always welcome. This course will be hybrid, hosted in Hadley Hall and available via Zoom. 

In this mini-course, we will explore various perspectives on prayer in our lives using Margaret Guenther’s book The Practice of Prayer as our initial guide. The course will be an interactive discussion based on our reading and experience. Many of us were raised to believe that prayer was practiced only in quiet, on our knees, possibly in church, but prayer can be and is so much more.

We will read and explore a select number of chapters in Guenther’s text, and use some of her suggested group questions for deeper discussion. Reading of the book will be helpful though not required to participate in the discussion. 

Even if you didn't attend the last class, you are always welcome. This course is available only via Zoom. 

Confirmation class is approaching! Our first meeting will be Sunday, February 27 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm in the Garrett, with an option to join virtually. The class will conclude with a confirmation service on Saturday, May 21, at St. Anne's Church in Lowell. Please find the tentative schedule posted here and reach out to Eva Dalzell to register, or if you are interested in joining the team as a mentor! 

After a several week hiatus due to the Omicron variant, Friday morning yoga with Pam Gaither will resume this Friday, January 28 from 9:30 - 10:45 am in Hadley Hall. From beginners to seasoned practitioners, all levels are welcome. This class is pay as you can (suggested: $18; seniors, students, military: $15). Full vaccination is required. Bring a yoga mat and water. Wear comfortable clothing. Props are provided. Questions? For more information, contact Pam at phgaither@gmail.com or visit her website.