Bow Down Low

 The link for this week's live-streamed service is here.

The title for this week's blog comes from an old Shaker tune. The text speaks of the humble servant, working in the Lord's house. This past week at SPPC we've had many examples.

Last Sunday we inducted two new elders. Those who accept the role of elder in our denomination have responsibility for the physical, financial and spiritual well-being of the congregation. The element of "servant" is clear in these vows.

" to abide by the governance of our denomination while  providing a leadership that nurtures the peace and unity of Christ within their own congregation and within the worldwide church."

" to serve in an uplifting and gracefilled manner that will bless and encourage the church’s ministry of hope, peace, joy and love in the world."

We are grateful to Elizabeth and Pam for their willingness to serve.

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On Wednesday there was another Sunshine Lunch. This one had a St. Patrick's Day theme. Again, thanks are due to the faithful servants who prepare and serve this treat for those of our congregation who live alone. Good food, good company and a party vibe. What a gift!

On Friday another group showed up to "sweep the Lord's House clean," literally. We scrubbed floors, cleaned the stoves and refrigerator, vacuumed the rugs, dusted and polished every wooden surface in the sanctuary and lounge, washed windows, swept out the cobwebs and spider nests hiding in buried corners -- and had a good time doing it. That's the thing about servants of God -- they rejoice in their work.

It has been a good week at Saanich Peninsula Presbyterian Church.

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Next week is Easter. Please join us for any or all of the following services:

• Thursday, March 28 is Friendship Coffee at 10:00 am in the hall. All welcome
• Good Friday, March 29, 10:00 am in the sanctuary we hold a time of worship through a selection of readings and hymns. Please joine us as we contemplate the day of Jesus' Crucifixion. .
• Easter Sunday, March 31, 8:00 am we begin with an early morning service in Cy Hampson Park. Easter is early in the spring this year so don't expect the best of weather. Do expect joy and jubilation, and maybe a visiting songbird. 
• Easter Breakfast. After the service in the park we can warm up with a hot breakfast in the hall. Please join us at 9:00 am even if you do not go to the service in the park.
• Easter Worship in the sanctuary at 10:00 am. Please join us for a service of praise as we celebrate the joyful Resurrection on Easter morning. This service will also include the sacrament of Holy Communion.