SUNDAY, MARCH 21, 2021
WELCOMEThank You for Worshippingwith Us Today!We continue tostay in communityduring theseuncertain times.The days are surelycoming, says the Lord,when I will make anew covenant with thehouse of Israel and thehouse of Judah. I will put my lawwithin them, and I willwrite it on their hearts;and I will be their God,and they shall be mypeople. No longershall they teach oneanother, or say to eachother, “Know the Lord,”for they shall all knowme, from the least ofthem to the greatest,says the Lord; for I willforgive their iniquity,and remember theirsin no more.— Jeremiah 31:31, 33-34SUNDAY, MARCH 21, 2021One West 29th Street (at Fifth Avenue), New York CityWorship: Sundays at 11:00am; Wednesdays at 6:15pm
Order of ServiceFifth Sunday in LentMarch 21, 2021THANK YOU FOR JOINING US FOR OUR REMOTE SERVICE BROUGHT TO YOU WITHTHE SAME HEART AND SPIRIT AS IF WE WERE IN THE SANCTUARY.Grace Notes: Inside the Music, returns after EasterMUSIC FOR PRAYERFUL CONTEMPLATION (10:50am)Allemande from English Suite in G Minor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. S. BachKenneth Dake, pianoRecorded October 14, 2018Allemande from Suite No. 6 for Unaccompanied Cello J. S. BachWilhelmina (Mina) Smith, celloRecorded March 12, 2021To learn more about Mina Smith, please see page 9.WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIPINTROITAdoramus Te, Christe Antonio LottiRecorded April 2, 2017Adoramus te, Christe,Et benedicimus tibi:Quia per sanctam crucemEt passionem tuamRdemisti mundumHYMN 298Christ, we adore Thee,and cast our blessings upon Thee:Thou, who by Thy holy crucifixionAnd through Thy passionRedeemed the world.In the Cross of Christ I Glory RathbunRecorded April 7, 2019Please refer to on-screen lyrics or online hymnal.INVOCATIONANTHEMLord, Thee I Love Ralph JohnsonRecorded October 11, 2015Lord, Thee I love with all my heart; I pray Thee ne’er from me depart; with tender mercy cheerme. Earth has no pleasure I would share. Yea, heaven itself were void and bare if Thou, Lord,were not near me. And should my heart with sorrow break, my trust in Thee can nothing shake.Thou art the portion I have sought; Thy precious blood my soul has bought. Lord Jesus Christ,my God and Lord, forsake me not! I trust Thy Word. — Martin Schalling, tr. Catherine WinkworthPASTORAL PRAYER AND THE LORD’S PRAYEROur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdomcome, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this dayour daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine isthe kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.CHORAL RESPONSEAdoramus Te, Christe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eric William BarnumThe Marble Choir and Festival of VoicesRecorded March 24, 2013For text, refer to Introit above.HYMN 443I Need Thee Every Hour NeedRecorded April 10, 2016Please refer to on-screen lyrics or online hymnal.READING OF THE SCRIPTURE Jeremiah 31:31-34Leader: The Word of God for the people of God.All: Thanks be to God.–2–
SERMONSpiritually Moved:MOVED BY THE NEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Michael BosPart 5 of Sermon SeriesHYMN 293When I Survey the Wondrous Cross HamburgRecorded March 24, 2016Please refer to on-screen lyrics or online hymnal.ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CALL FOR OFFERINGPlease click “Make a Donation” on bottom of any page at MarbleChurch.organd it will take you to a secure website, Realm, to give. You may also mail acheck; keep in mind processing takes longer. We are grateful for your faithfulsupport especially during this time.ANTHEMBlest Are They from Elijah Felix MendelssohnVirtual Video: The Marble Choir and Festival of VoicesBlest are they who love the Lord, they who delight to do God’s will. Through darkness risethlight to shine on the upright, and the light shall shine for the merciful, the compassionate, andthe righteous. — Psalm 112:1, 4HYMNMYSongSONGIS LOVEUNKNOWNMyIs LoveUnknown Love UnknownText: SamuelCrossman,1664; Tune: John Ireland, 1918RecordedMarch24, 2019 Here might I stay and King, nev - er was whose sweet praise sing, no sto - ry so di - vine; Nev - er was love, dear grieflike Thine. Iall my days could This ismy Friend, glad - ly in spend.BENEDICTIONCHORAL RESPONSEI Am Thine, O Lord (refrain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fanny Crosby, arr. DakeRecorded March 5, 2017POSTLUDE Fugue in G Major . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J. S. BachRecorded July 26, 2017PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICERev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin, Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D., Paula Hazelwood, lay readerThe Marble Choir and Festival of Voices, Kenneth V. Dake, director of musicvvvAFTER WORSHIP TODAYGIFTS Virtual Coffee Hour, 12:00pmLGBTQ people and allies check in via Zoom. Newcomers welcome.Lenten All-Church Read: Love Is the Way, 1:45-3:00pmAll welcome to join us via Zoom! Please see page 6.HOLY WEEK 2021 — Please see page 5.EASTER LILY DEADLINE — Please see important note, page 6.–3–
MARBLE’S EASTER OFFERINGMarble’s Easter Offering has supported the work of PoorPeople’s Campaign.* Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” PoorPeople’s Campaign embodies these words in the intentionalactions they take to raise awareness and to drive policies thatseek to bring justice to communities that have been severelyunderserved. Whenever they raise their voices, it is under theumbrella of the phrase “A National Call for Moral Revival.”Furthermore they have said,“We rise together because:1. We rise to demand that the 140 million poor and low-income people in our nation— from every race, creed, color, sexuality and place — are no longer ignored,dismissed or pushed to the margins of our political and social agenda.2. We rise not as left or right, Democrat or Republican, but as a moral fusionmovement to build power, build moral activism, build voter participation, and wewon’t be silent any more!3. We rise to change the moral narrative and demand that the interlocking injusticesof systemic racism, poverty, ecological devastation, the war economy/militarismand the distorted moral narrative of religious nationalism all be ended.4. We rise to challenge the lie of scarcity in the midst of abundance.5. We rise to lift the voices and faces of poor and low-income Americans and theirmoral allies with a new vision of love, justice, and truth for America that sayspoverty can be abolished and change can come.”Poor People’s Campaign calls everyone to join them in their movement as Jesus calls usto follow him and raise our voices to effect justice on behalf of others who may not be ableto do so by themselves.This year, as Marble has done for decades, we will take up an Easter Offering onEaster Sunday, although you can give at any time. Our goal is to raise 220,000,100% of which will support organizations like Poor People’s Campaign. No amount istoo small and know that whatever you give will help to improve quality of life and givehope to those who need it the most.Here are ways in which you can give: Give online at MarbleChurch.org/give/easter-offering or click on the blueEaster Offering button below the streaming window at MarbleChurch.org Text “GIVEMCC EASTER21” to 73256 (standard messaging rates apply) Mail checks to Marble Collegiate Church, attention: Easter Offering, or use anEaster Offering Envelope which you will receive in the mail later in March. (pleasenote, processing will take longer) Call the Business Office, (212) 686-2770, ext. 252, to give over the phone or getinformation about making a matching gift. Matching Gifts offered by employers areeligible through Marble Community Outreach (a 501(c) 3 organization). Please contactClay Hale, CHale@MarbleChurch.org for assistance.Thank you for prayerfully considering making a generous contribution to this year’s EasterOffering to help make a positive difference in the lives of others.*www.poorpeoplescampaign.org–4–
SpotlightHOLY WEEK 2021Please visit MarbleChurch.orgfor all servicesMARCH 28, PALM SUNDAYBible Study — 10:00amPrayer Circle via Zoom — 10:00amWorship — 11:00amAn Unexpected Ending, Dr. Michael BosAPRIL 1, MAUNDY THURSDAYWorship — 7:00pmCommemorating Jesus’ final night.Love Is the Way, Dr. Michael BosHoly Communion. Have elements of breadand juice nearby.APRIL 2, GOOD FRIDAYMusic for Meditation — 11:40amAPRIL 4, EASTER SUNDAYPrayer Circle via Zoom — 10:00amWorship — NoonReflection by Dr. Michael BosThe Marble Choir, Festival of Voices withOrchestraPrelude for Brass and Organ — 10:45amTime of Prayer & Reflection — 1:15pmJoin the Marble Prayer Ministry Team as wepray together via Zoom. Request prayersby Palm Sunday, at MarbleChurch.org/goodfridayprayerrequests/Worship — 11:00amAn Unexpected BeginningDr. Michael BosThe Marble Choir with BrassAll-Church Coffee Hour — 12:00pmBring your coffee or tea and wear yourEaster Bonnet or Easter Pajamas and joinus on Zoom for fun and fellowship.BUILDING BRIDGES OF HOPEALL-CHURCH VIRTUAL COFFEE HOURPalm Sunday, March 28, after WorshipJoin us as we honor Women’s History Month and learnmore about ways in which Marble’s Easter Offeringhelps to Build Bridges of Hope toward the restorationand empowerment of women in our community andaround the world.Please register by March 26 at MarbleChurch.org;your registration enters you in a raffle to win productsfrom Thistle Farms — a social enterprise that has lit a pathway of healing and hope forwomen survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction for over 20 years.WALKING IN JESUS’ FOOTSTEPS —VIRTUAL VIA DOLOROSA WALKMonday, March 29, 7:00-7:45pmAll are invited to join us as we begin Holy Weekby walking in Jesus’ footsteps along “The Way ofSorrow.” The Via Dolorosa, a street in Jerusalem,is also the path that Jesus walked on his way tothe cross. Learn about his journey and this historicsite, as we move closer to Easter Sunday. Led by Dr. Elise Brown and Dr. Ken Ruge.To truly immerse yourself in this experience we advise joining us via video. For moreinformation, contact Siobhan Tull, STull@MarbleChurch.org. Registration is required,please register at MarbleChurch.org by March 26.–5–
VIRTUAL EASTER LILIESDeadline is TODAY, Sunday, March 21*In lieu of placing a multitude of live lilies on theSanctuary Chancel this year, we will honor lovedones by listing their names onscreen at the end ofWorship on Easter Sunday, April 4, as well as in theonline bulletin.To pay tribute to someone in your life, please visitMarbleChurch.org or call the Business Office, 212-686-2770, to make your contribution.Donations go to The Marble Care Fund.*If you mailed names and aren’t sure they’ll arrive by Monday morning, March 22,PLEASE CALL THE BUSINESS OFFICE. No one will be able to open mail again untilafter the bulletin and online scroll have been finalized.LENTEN ALL-CHURCH READ:LOVE IS THE WAYSundays, thru March 28,1:45-3:00pmThe world may succumb to anger, division, and fear,but Christians are called to walk another way – theway of love. Join the Marble Community in readingEpiscopal Bishop Michael Curry’s Love Is the Way:Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times and reflectingon its powerful message. Sessions are casual and drop-in friendly; attend when you can.Join us on Zoom. Questions? Contact Baleta McKenzie, BMcKenzie@MarbleChurch.org.MY JOURNEY —A CONVERSATION WITH BRENDA BRAXTONMonday, March 22, 6:30-8:00pmCelebrating Women’s History Month, The TheatreUpstairs – downstairs@marble and Marble Women’sMinistry present a conversation with Tony-nominatedperformer Brenda Braxton. Last seen on Broadwayas Velma Kelly in CHICAGO The Musical, Brendaspeaks about her spiritual journey and how it has sustained her personally and professionally. Register atMarbleChurch.org. Questions? Contact Mario Sprouse, MSprouse@MarbleChurch.org.MONTHLY RACIAL JUSTICE SERIESFirst Thursdays, 7:00-8:15pmthrough June 3ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICEThursday, April 8We’ll explore how we can work toward a livableclimate and create an equitable, sustainable,and just world, discussing also the ways inwhich poorer communities and communities ofcolor are disproportionately impacted by the effects of climate change. Note, next sessionis April 8, not on Maundy Thursday.We encourage all to attend. Invite your friends.If you missed previous sessions or want to watch again, visit MarbleChurch.org/Watch.–6–
WORSHIPTune in live and remember to click on the chat bubble to engage with others.View the archives at MarbleChurch.org/Watch.Jazz Vespers, 6:15pmWednesday, March 24 — Rev. Chad Tanaka PackShimmy in the ShadowsMusic by Chris Whittaker and local Jazz artistsHoly CommunionPlease have ordinary elements of bread and juice nearby during Worship onWednesdays through Lent.Palm Sunday Worship, 11:00amMarch 28 — Dr. Michael BosUnexpected:An Unexpected EndingMusic for Prayerful Contemplation, 10:50amCall-In Worship: (866) 893-5381 — Those without internet can call on Sundayafternoons and during the following week to listen to full service or sermon only.#WeWo: Wednesday Worship, 6:15pmNo WeWo during Holy Week, returns April 7.Worship with us on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, see page 5.GROW DEEPER DURING LENTLenten All-Church Read: Love Is the WayJoin us on Zoom, Sundays 1:45pm.Facebook Lenten DevotionalMondays, thru March 29, 12:00pmJoin the Marble Ministers for this time of devotion andprayer on Facebook Live. We pray this gathering groundsus in community, Scripture, and prayer as we begin eachweek and walk through this sacred time of Lent. Alsoavailable later at MarbleChurch.org/Watch.Lenten BlogDaily, thru Easter Sunday, April 4For daily words of inspiration, visit MarbleWomen.com.Sponsored by the Women’s Ministry.MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO STAY CONNECTEDWe are blessed that there are many ways we can gather together online even as thephysical distance created by the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Visit MarbleChurch.orgfor direct links, more details and the most up-to-date information.Young Adults Pub Theology Online / Monday, March 22, 6:00-7:00pm — Grab abeverage and join our casual conversation on faith and life. Meets monthly via Zoom.Questions? Contact Rev. Anthony, ALivolsi@MarbleChurch.org.Small Group: Grace-Filled Gratitude, a 40-Day Journey / Sundays,April 11 – May 2, 4:00-5:00pm — Join Dr. Elise Brown as she exploresliving a resurrection life of joy during Eastertide. Rev. Susan Sparks joinsus a few times over the four weeks to explore her most recent book, whyshe wrote it and what she hopes people learn from it. This small groupwill be an encouraging journey of joy, gratitude, and hope during theEaster season. Register at MarbleChurch.org.More events on next page.–7–
More at MarbleAfternoon Tea with Kim & Siobhan: Spring Tea Party / Thursday, April 15, 4:305:30pm — Fill your favorite cup, grab a delicious treat and join us via Zoom.Springtime Bird Watching: A Virtual Tour / Saturday, April 17, 10:30-11:30am —Marble Women’s Ministry invites you to enjoy the sounds and sights of spring in yourown home by watching a virtual display of a variety of birds. No cost but please registerby April 16 at MarbleChurch.org.Join the Gospel Choir this Spring! / Sunday Rehearsals, 1:30pm — Please seedetails on page 9.ON-GOINGSunday Morning Bible Study: The Gospel of Mark / Weekly, 10:00-10:40am —Rev. Anthony Livolsi continues our read through of the Gospel of Mark. Can’t tune inlive? View the archive at MarbleChurch.org/Watch.Prayer Circle via Zoom / Sundays, 10:00-10:40am — Join us for this weekly time ofprayer and music. All you need is a willing heart, an internet connection or telephone.Bereavement Group / Every Monday, 11:00am-12:00pm — Are you mourning the lossof a loved one? You need not travel this road alone. Led by Dr. Ken Ruge. For video linkand more information, contact Judy Tulin, (212) 686-2770, ext. 207.Arts Ministry Online Meetings / Various Mondays, 6:30-8:300pm — Open toprofessional and non-professional performing, fine and design artists. For details,check website or contact Mario Sprouse, MSprouse@MarbleChurch.org.Afternoon Prayer / Weekdays, 4:00-4:20pm — Wind down your day with a brief time ofsharing and prayer, led by Marble ministers. Join us via Zoom video chat or phone.Tuesday Evening Bible Study: The Letters of Paul / Weekly, 6:30-7:30pm — The writings of the Apostle Paul have shaped how Christians after him have understood and livedout their faith. There is almost no spiritual question Paul does not address. Come with questions of your own to this participatory roundtable study. Led by Rev. Anthony Livolsi on Zoom.PrimeTime (55 ) Online Gatherings / Wednesdays, 1:00pm — Gather via Zoom orphone to visit with friends and meet new people. For dates and details, contact BaletaMcKenzie, BMcKenzie@MarbleChurch.org.Chair Yoga / Every Thursday, 10:00-10:45am — Center yourself physically andspiritually with this beginner-friendly time of gentle movement via Zoom.CYF CORNERMARBLE STORYTIMEJoin Rev. Brittany as she reads a book, endingwith some questions for your family to ponder.Currently, there are nine books in the Storytimelibrary at MarbleChurch.org.ONLINE SUNDAY SCHOOL AND CHOIRSAll children welcome for Sunday School every week at 10:00am; Cherub and Children’sChoir Rehearsal follows at 11:00am. Youth Choir Rehearsal Sundays, 12:30pm; YouthGroup at 1:00pm. For more details, please contact Rev. Brittany Juliette Hanlin,BHanlin@ MarbleChurch.org, or Brian Hampton, BHampton@MarbleChurch.org.LIGHT AND HOPE: THE JOURNEY OF LENTVirtual Reality Art Exhibit, thru April 2View at MarbleChurch.org/engage/arts-ministry.Sponsored by The Arts Ministry.–8–
MUSIC FOR PRAYERFUL CONTEMPLATIONSundays During Lent, 10:50amToday we present cellist Willemina (Mina) Smith,an artist of intense commitment, poetic insight anddazzling versatility, whose artistic mission embracesa conversation through music, one that enthusiastically encompasses the music of the present placedwithin the context of a living past. As a soloist andrecitalist as well as a collaborative musician andfestival director, Mina has consistently advocatedfor composers with whom she has developed vitalrelationships, to have their music creatively positioned within an intellectually engaging context andperformed with the utmost passion and technicalassurance.Ms. Smith was awarded a 2015-2016 McKnight ArtistFellowship for Performing Musicians, one of thelargest and most established fellowships of itskind in the U.S. She made her solo debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra whilea student at the Curtis Institute of Music and in 1997 was a prizewinner in the LeonardRose International Cello Competition. She has been soloist with orchestras nationally andinternationally including the Orquesta Millenium of Guatemala and the Ural PhilharmonicOrchestra of Russia and has performed recitals across the US and Japan.She has been a guest artist with the Philadelphia and Boston Chamber Music Societies,and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and has performed regularly infestivals such as the Marlboro Music Festival and Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival.In 2005, she formed the Variation String Trio with violinist Jennifer Koh and violistHsin-Yun Huang, and is a founding member of Music from Copland House. She is founderand Artistic Director of Salt Bay Chamberfest, on the coast of Maine; a festiva
LOVE IS THE WAY Sundays, thru March 28,1:45-3:00pm The world may succumb to anger, division, and fear, but Christians are called to walk another way – the way of love. Join the Marble Community in reading Episcopal Bishop Michael Curry’s Love Is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times and reflecting on its powerful message.
Worship Schedule Sunday June 6th 10:30 am Pastor Tom Skrenes Sunday June 13th 10:30 am Lisa Bouche, LLM Sunday June 20th 10:30 am Lisa Bouche, LLM Sunday June 27th 10:30 am Pastor Dave VanKley Sunday July 4th 10:30 am TBA Sunday July 11th 10:30 am TBA Sunday July 18th 10:30 am TBA Sunday July 25th 10:30 am TBA Worship is open to those who feel safe attending.
Sunday School for Youth 9:15 am Rotation for teachers each month: 1st Sunday Debbie Wood 2nd Sunday Sharon Townsend 3rd Sunday Ruth Akins 4th Sunday Heather Carter Also, the nursery will be open for infants through elementary school age during worship. Join Adult Sunday School in the Conference Room each Sunday morning at 9:15 am.
Sunday, March 20, 2022 Third Sunday of Lent (2002 Missal) Third Sunday of Lent (1962 Missal) Sunday March 20—St. Lawrence Outside the Walls 7:30 a.m. Poor Souls in Purgatory 9:00 a.m. † Phillip Jackson, Sr. 11:00 a.m. Pro Populo 12:30 p.m. In Honor of St. Joseph for Kevin O'Connor Req. Virginia O'Connor
Girl Scout Sunday, March 9 Second Sunday in Lent, March 16 First Day of Spring, March 20 Third Sunday in Lent, March 23 Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 30 Preparing sermons, for me, is like cultivating and nurturing a garden. You pray, study, read, observe people a
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Important Days in March March 1 -Zero Discrimination Day March 3 -World Wildlife Day; National Defence Day March 4 -National Security Day March 8 -International Women's Day March 13 -No Smoking Day (Second Wednesday in March) March 15 -World Disabled Day; World Consumer Rights Day March 18 -Ordnance Factories Day (India) March 21 -World Down Syndrome Day; World Forestry Day
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March 28, 2021 _ _Page 1 Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord This Week’s Mass Intentions Sunday, March 28, 2021—Palm Sunday 8:00AM Paul Auwarter (Jeanette & Ben Margiotta) 9:30AMRocco DeVito (Loving Family) 11:00AM Mary Pristina (Darleen & Barbara) 1:00PM Gino Augusto(Madeline & Joe Bongiorno) ’Steven Fischetti (Jackie OHagan) Michael
