Weekly Update 27 March 2026

Reflection

Grace Minton

They took palm branches and went out to meet him, shouting, ‘Hosanna!’ ‘Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord—the King of Israel!” (John 12:13)

Grace Minton

As we approach Holy Week I am overwhelmed with possibilities for reflection. This time is full of lessons with so much meaning and solemnity that it’s difficult to know where to focus my attention.

When I was a child, I seem to recall Palm Sunday as a celebratory event. A parade! Jesus riding a “borrowed” donkey with palms and cloaks spread out before him! As an adult, I see that it’s so much more: it’s the beginning of the crucifixion that Christ had been telling about for so long and which his followers didn’t want to believe. Jesus didn’t deny the crowds’ calls to recognize him as the King of Israel. Was this a means of provoking action against him? His life on earth was filled with his teachings, his parables, and his ability to see the love and value in the “least among us”. Hope for the world is found in following His footsteps.

Sunday Service

Sunday, 29 March 2026
The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday

Holy Eucharist

10:30 am
1216 Seventh Street, Anacortes
Please meet in the Parish Hall Gathering Room.
We will process to the church following the Blessing of the Palms.
The service is also available on YouTube.

Servers
Presider: The Rev. Diane Ramerman
Deacon : The Rev. Vicki Johnson
Homilist: The Rev. Vicki Johnson
Eucharistic Minister: Jason Wells
Altar Guild: Mary Gronholt
Bread Ministry: Jim Minton
Readers: Sharman Badgett-Young, Todd Fifield
Ushers: Diane Guinn, John Guinn
Organist: Lynne Berg
Eucharistic Visitor: Shirley Barrett

Readings
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Psalm 31:9-16
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 27:11-54
Readings may be found in the Episcopal Lectionary.

Hymns
H 154 - All Glory, Laud, and Honor
H 474 - When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
H 168 - O Sacred Head, Sore Wounded
H 158 - Ah, Holy Jesus
H 337 - And Now, O Father, Mindful of the Love

Bulletin Link: 29 March 2026
YouTube Sunday Service Link

Coffee Hour
Coffee Hour follows the service. All are welcome.

Announcements

Easter Flowers

‍ Mary Gronholt

If you would like to make a donation for Easter flowers, please make your check out to Christ Church with “Easter flowers” in the memo line.
Thank you!
Mary Gronholt
Altar Guild Director

The Rev. Eric
Johnson

A Fond Farewell

Sunday, April 12
Coffee Hour following the 10:30 am service
We will bid a very fond farewell to Deacon Eric Johnson and Lynette and celebrate Eric’s many years and accomplishments at Christ Church.

Holy Week, Easter Vigil, & Easter Day Services

Listening to the Voices of Women of Faith
& Laying Down the Stones

Shirley Barrett

Monday, March 30
6pm
In the first part of our service we will listen to the voices of women of faith, women who were often silenced, ignored, or undervalued.
In the second part of the service we will focus on laying down the stones that weigh us down with feelings of unworthiness, guilt, or despair and we will pick up new stones of strength, hope, and healing.
Presider: Shirley Barrett

The Way of the Cross

The Rev. Vicki
Johnson

Tuesday, March 31
Noon
You are invited to make your way through the stations posted in the church, as the assembled group offers the prayers provided at each station.
Presider: The Rev. Vicki Johnson

Tenebrae

The Rev. Diane
Ramerman

Wednesday, April 1
6pm
Our Tenebrae service symbolizes the triumph of good over evil.
Presider: The Rev. Diane Ramerman

Maundy Thursday

The Rev. Courtney
‍ ‍ Jones

Thursday, April 2
6 pm
Agape Meal & Holy Eucharist in the Sanctuary, followed by optional Foot Washing and Stripping of the Altar.
Please remember to sign up on the sheet in the parish hall if you plan to attend.
Presider: The Rev. Courtney Jones
Homilist: Sharman Badgett-Young

Good Friday

Friday, April 3
Noon
Service of Solemn Collects & Anthems
Presider: The Rev. Courtney Jones
Homilist: Ed Barton
The offering at this service is designated for the Diocese of Jerusalem.

The Great Vigil of Easter

Saturday, April 4
8pm
Holy Eucharist
We will begin on the church lawn with the Blessing of the New Fire, then proceed to the Sanctuary.
Presider: The Rev. Courtney Jones
Homilist: Todd Fifield

The Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 5
10:30 am
Holy Eucharist
Presider & Homilist: The Rev. Courtney Jones
A festive Coffee Hour will follow the service.

Men’s Group

Tom Young

Weekly on Fridays
8:00 - 9:00 am
Parish Hall Gathering Room
Questions?
Please contact Tom Young, 425-263-1916, seathos@comcast.net
All are welcome.

The Red Door Thrift Shop Update

Dawn Jex

Dawn Jex, Red Door Manager

Hello Everyone and welcome to the last full week of March.

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that one of our newest volunteers, Marisha Nowak, passed away early Friday morning, March 20th. While Marisha only volunteered with us for a short time, she was a long-time supporter of The Red Door. As a volunteer she loved processing clothing donations and frequently brought in freeze-dried candies for us all to enjoy.  We will greatly miss Marisha’s bright energy.

Shop News:
We have been having a lot of items going to the cash register without a price tag. I am not sure if this is because customers are removing tags or if we are missing some items. Please make an effort to tag every item that goes out on the floor. Also - please do not use the wording "50 cents or as priced." This wording encourages customers to remove a price tag to get that lower price. Feel free to just price everything in the box the same - "All wrapping paper is 50 cents" for example. 

For those of you who price clothing - Please remember to always price shirts/sweaters/coats only on the left sleeve. This is where the cashier looks for the price tags and it also allows the customer to easily see the price when items are hung on the rack facing left. Thank you!

A few weeks ago I asked us all to price every purse and belt individually as they go out on the floor. I am now going to ask that we do that for all of the hats. Ball caps are normally $1.00 each but we have some summer hats going out and some other hats that should be priced up. So from now on, all hats should have a price tag - price them according to their value. Thank you. 

The Jewelry to be priced bin has been moved to my office. It was too high for Kay Marie to reach so I put the basket (which is labeled) in my office. Please put jewelry to be priced in this basket. 

Management Schedule
- Dawn: Working Monday and Tuesday 3/30 and 31; out of town April 1st – April 6th.
- Debbie: Off Monday and Tuesday; working Wednesday – Friday.
- If you have questions or need to report an absence, Debbie’s number is posted on the shop bulletin board.

Cashier Best Practices
When accepting payment, please place the customer's bill on top of the black cash register box until you have finished making change. This provides clear proof of the denomination if a discrepancy arises.

Sustainability and Supplies in Donations
To reduce costs, I have purchased a smaller garbage can so we can utilize the white garbage bags we receive. Please use the smaller bags whenever possible, reserving the larger bin and black bags for bulkier items like bedding or heavy coats.

Finally, I want to thank you all for making The Red Door such a warm and welcoming environment. Several volunteers have recently shared how much they enjoy working here because of the team's encouragement and thoughtfulness. Thank you for everything you do.

Hugs all around,
Dawn

Christ Church’s Red Door Thrift Shop is located at 1019 Seventh Street in Anacortes.
Red Door Thrift Shop
360.202.9966

Red Door Shopping Hours:
Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 10am – 3pm

Red Door Donation Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 10am – 1pm
Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 10am – 3pm

Proceeds generated at the Red Door Thrift Shop fund Christ Church’s Community Support program.
Shoppers, Volunteers, & Donations are always welcome!

Day by Day

Day by Day daily devotions may be accessed at the following link:
Day by Day Daily Devotion.

Prayer List

Rev. Eric & Lynette
Charlene
John, brother of Lynne, & family
Pat, mother of Dan
Creamy & family
Jim, father of Stephanie
Gaylene
Veronica
Mary
Diane
Rev. Rilla & family
Myrna
Arra, aunt of Carol
Sandy
Dale
Zoanne
Linda
Tom
Karen
Leslie
Diana
Val
John
Foundation for Academic Endeavors
Pete, Charlene, Michele, & Rachel, family & friends of Mary