March 19

This week I have several things I want to highlight and bring to your attention. First, we are nearing the construction phase of Building for Ministry which includes renovation of our parish hall and installation of exterior lighting in our parking areas. Last week I provided a video update on the projects and I encourage you, if you haven't done so already, to view my message by clicking here.

We are moving ahead with the regathering plan in anticipation of the day when we may begin to meet inside our building. Amy Moorman is serving as Vestry point person for submission of our plan to the Diocese for approval. We hope to have this plan blessed by the Diocese so that when COVID numbers permit we may once again gather safely inside.

Several major calendar events are worth noting. We decided to cancel the annual Catesby Jones-Saint Luke's BBQ that we would normally hold the 1st Saturday in May. Chris Pegher and I concluded it just wasn't feasible given the manpower requirements. However, we will consider a scaled down BBQ later in the year if the situation permits. We are planning to hold the parish retreat 1-3 October in Shrine Mont. Lisa and Richard Maple are coordinating this family event. The Pumpkin Patch remains up in the air. This is the major fundraiser for the Youth Pilgrimage. Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser, Inc. is requesting a commitment so that they can plan for the upcoming growing season. In order to proceed we need someone with strong organizational and planning skills to serve as lead. Ideally the lead would be a parent of children participating in our youth programs. Please let me know if you are willing to take this on.