Family Newsletter:

The Week of June 4, 2023 

Family Schedule

Sun, June 4     :      9:45-11:15am   :   Nursery Care for ages 0-3

Sun, June 4     :     10:00-11:00am  :    First Sunday Worship with Children's Chapel

Sun, June 4     :      11:15-12:30pm :   End of Year Celebration Picnic

Sun, June 4     :      5:00-6:00pm     :   Evensong (with Choristers Children's Choir)

Wed, June 7    :      6:15-7:30pm     :    Midweek Dinner and Formation

Sun, June 11    :      9:45-12:30pm   :   Nursery Care for ages 0-3

Sun, June 11    :     10:00-11:00am  :    Worship with Children's Chapel

Sun, June 11    :      11:30-12:30pm :   State of the Church Forum (nursery care available)

Children's Chapel Every Sunday During June

Children of all ages are invited to Children's Chapel during the 10am service each Sunday in the month of June.

Children's Chapel is a bit different from Church School (Church School runs Sept-May). Instead of dropping off your child before the 10am service starts, your child should begin the service with you in the sanctuary. During the hymn before the reading of the gospel, the children can follow Bryn (and the children's cross) down the aisle and out to the chapel. We'll have a short children's lesson during the reading and sermon, and come back by the passing of the peace. Children's Chapel is not divided by ages: we stay as one multi-age group. 

Here's a preview of the next two Sundays of Children's Chapel:

  • June 4: Jesus's Baptism (felt board story) & Intercessory Prayer
  • June 11: Meet Daybreak, a service-dog-in-training in our parish, as we learn about supporting others

Church Picnic this Sunday

After the conclusion of the 10am service this Sunday, June 4, please come to the Church Picnic in Hadley Hall and (weather cooperating) the Cloister Garden. From 11:15 to 12:30, we'll share lunch together, celebrate the end of the program year (that means the school year, church-style), and look forward to the summer months. 

The Church's Events Committee (thank you Annie, Lydia, and Marie) will provide the main course of sandwiches. You are invited, if you are able, to bring something to share. Last names A-M could bring a side dish, and Last names N-Z could bring a dessert. (But hey, are you a J but really love making cookies? Go for it!) The most important thing to bring is yourself. 

Join Us for the Final Midweek @ Epiphany of the Year

On Wednesday, June 7, we will gather for the final Midweek before summer break. This special Midweek will offer a homemade dinner of Spanish Tapas, and a time of collaborative worship and community as we look back with gratitude on this past year. Dinner begins at 6:15pm.

This week's Menu is: 

Chilled Gazpacho

Spanish Tortilla with potato and onion

Sauteed mushrooms with garlic

Patatas Bravas - fried potatoes

Sauteed shrimp with garlic

Pizza for the kids

Ice cream for dessert

Choral Evensong & Investiture of Choristers

Join the Parish Choir, Choristers and guests for Choral Evensong and the Investiture of Choristers at Epiphany on Sunday, June 4 at 5:00 pm. This festive service on Trinity Sunday will conclude the 2022-23 choral season. Music for choir and soloists will include ‘The Second Service’ by William Byrd, ‘O Lord, Support Us’ by David Briggs, and ‘I saw the Lord’ by John Stainer. 

Parish Weekend Away: One Cabin Left!

Registration for our Parish Weekend Away is open and we have one camper cabin left for those who wish to stay overnight.

This means you will be placed in a cabin which has bunk beds, electricity, heat, and bathrooms -- so, only mildly-campish. Camper cabins, because of their size, will have at least five people per cabin. Our retreat team will thoughtfully match up families or individuals to share these cabins. (Or, if you've got a large family, you might get your own!)

If you can't come for the full weekend, please come for the day on Saturday. You must register for this option, with the link below. 

For more information please visit 3crowns.org. Please register HERE.

Yoga with Elizabeth: Continues June 6

On Tuesdays, May 16 through June 6 from 5:30 – 6:25 pm, join parishioner Elizabeth Berner for a free yoga class in the Upper Parish Hall. Please bring a water, yoga mat, and any other props that will support you during your practice. Wear comfortable clothing. To register, please email Elizabeth Berner or call 617-650-2536.

Childcare for Infants & Toddlers During 10am Worship for Ages 0-3

Our nursery is open! Parents and guardians may drop off their young children -- ages 0-3 years -- in the Dewart Room during the 10am service. Our paid and experienced nursery caregivers will be ready to receive babies and toddlers beginning at 9:45am. Parents and guardians must pick up their children by 11:15am, and must remain in the building at all times.

Children need to be registered in our system (one-time registration) in order to be dropped off. This gives us important information about allergies, needs, and who may pick up your child. Please register here:

Nursery Care Registration

We Are Looking for an Additional Nursery Care Worker: If you know of a nanny, teacher, or great babysitter (adult-aged) who is looking for Sunday morning childcare work in a supportive and loving environment, please encourage them to contact Bryn. We are looking to hire an additional person to help many Sunday mornings from 9:30-11:30am.

Choristers Schedule: Spring 2023

Sunday, June 4 - 3:30pm warm-up, 5pm Choral Evensong & Investiture of Choristers

Wednesday June 7 - NO REHEARSAL

Thursday, June 8 - End-of-Season Choir Banquet for Choristers, Parish Choir & their Families in Hadley Hall, beginning at 6pm.

Bryn Hollenbeck, Director of Children's Ministries and Parish Life: bhollenbeck@3crowsn.org

Janelle Hiroshige, Associate for Youth and Community Partnerships: jhiroshige@3crowns.org

Jeremy Bruns, Director of Music and Organist: jbruns@3crowns.org

Nick Myers, Rector: nmyers@3crowns.org

 

70 Church Street, Winchester, MA  01890
781-729-1922
www.3crowns.org

A WELCOMING COMMUNITY