Verse of the Day

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. (Romans 12:2, ESV)

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Readings for February 21, the First Sunday in Lent

Deuteronomy 26: 1-11
Romans 10: 8b-13
Luke 4: 1-13
Psalm 91 v. 1-2, 9-16
Readings for past and future weeks may be found on The Lectionary Page.

Tax Note on Donations to Haiti Earthquake Relief

“According to a bill passed in Congress, contributions for Haiti earthquake relief made between January 12th and February 28th, 2010, will be allowed as a deduction on 2009 tax returns. Taxpayers are not required to claim a 2010 contribution in 2009 but have the option to do so.” So if you made a contribution through [...]

Blue Jean Ball

[ March 6, 2010; 6:00 pm; ] The Rhinebeck High School Interact Club will host a Blue Jean Ball at the Church of the Messiah on Saturday, March 6th from 6-10 pm. There will also be a silent auction. Tickets are $35 and all proceeds will benefit “The Nicaragua Project” and Haitian Disaster Relief Efforts. Parishioner Marybeth Cale is the advisor for [...]

Angel Fund

Thanks to all you angels who have given so generously. We will have a new project or two soon. Meanwhile, there is a list of church “needs” on the bulletin board in the parish hall—look for the angel. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. —Joanne

Messiah Matters Spring Edition

If you have not sent your submission to Su at Rhinebeck.Episcopal@gmail.com please do so by Tuesday, March 9.

A message from the Diocese of New York Controller’s Department:

Withdrawals from parishioners’ bank accounts for contributing to parish’s e-pledge will appear on your bank statement as follows:
“DNY CHECKING CASH TRANSACTION.” The parish name will NOT be listed on the transaction.
Contact Ms. Carol O’Neale, CFA at coneale@dioceseny.org or (212)316-7457, or Ms. Eloise Thomas at ethomas@dioceseny.org or (212) 316-7503 with questions or concerns. Thank you.

Outreach Committee Update

The Outreach Committee met on January 24 to review applications from the congregation for funds from the Mad Dash. Seven projects were accepted and have been approved by the Vestry. The Committee will publish the list of projects and amounts shortly. In the meantime, there is still $2500 available. If you have suggestions for organizations [...]

Vacation Bible School

The planning has begun for our community VBS and we’re deciding between two programs. For one program, we will need a minimum of ten ‘E-Z Up” canopies. If you have one we can borrow for the week, please call Laurie Craft at 229-5681 ASAP so we know if we can pursue this exciting option. The [...]

February Third Thursday Luncheon

[ February 18, 2010; 11:00 am; ] This month’s Third Thursday will benefit the the Grace Smith House in Poughkeepsie, which has been providing shelter for battered women and their children since 1981.  Please drop in to the Parish Hall this Thursday, February 18, between 11:30am and 1:00 pm for soup, sandwich and delicious homemade dessert, all for a suggested donation of [...]

A message from the Diocese of New York Controller’s Department, re. e-pledges

Withdrawals from parishioners’ bank accounts for contributing to parish’s e-pledge will appear on your bank statement as follows:
“DNY CHECKING CASH TRANSACTION.” The parish name will NOT be listed on the transaction.
Contact Ms. Carol O’Neale, CFA at coneale@dioceseny.org or (212)316-7457, or Ms. Eloise Thomas at ethomas@dioceseny.org or (212) 316-7503 with questions or concerns. Thank you.

Tax Note on Donations to Haiti Earthquake Relief

“According to a bill passed in Congress, contributions for Haiti earthquake relief made between January 12th and February 28th, 2010, will be allowed as a deduction on 2009 tax returns. Taxpayers are not required to claim a 2010 contribution in 2009 but have the option to do so.” So if you made a contribution through [...]

Outreach Committee Update

The Outreach Committee met on January 24 to review applications from the congregation for funds from the Mad Dash. Seven projects were accepted and have been approved by the Vestry. The Committee will publish the list of projects and amounts shortly. In the meantime, there is still $2500 available. If you have suggestions for organizations [...]

Vacation Bible School

The planning has begun for our community VBS and we’re deciding between two programs. For one program, we will need a minimum of ten ‘E-Z Up” canopies. If you have one we can borrow for the week, please call Laurie Craft at 229-5681 ASAP so we know if we can pursue this exciting option. The [...]

Programs at Mount St. Alphonsus

Mount St. Alphonsus, located in the Hudson Valley in New York State, and one of the largest retreat centers in the world, announces its upcoming programs:

Married Couples Retreat: Theme: “Marriage is Love for the Long Haul”. Saturday, February 13, 2010 from 1pm-7pm. Cost $60 per couple, includes dinner.
Day of Prayer: Tuesday, February 16, 2010. 9:30am-3:00pm. Topic: [...]

Readings for February 14, the Last Sunday after the Epiphany (Transfiguration Sunday)

Exodus 34:29-35
2 Corinthians 3: 12-4:2
Luke 9:28-36
Psalm 99
Readings for past and future weeks may be found on the Lectionary Page.

Rhinebeck Chamber Music

[ February 7, 2010; 4:00 pm; ] At 4:00 this afternoon at Messiah, the Rhinebeck Chamber Music Society will present the Ariel Quartet. Admission is $25 adults; $5 for students 23/under with ID; children under 13 are free. Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms. Come at 3:30 for a pre-concert talk.

Kairos: A Consort of Singers

Kairos: A Consort of Singers, under the direction of Dr. Edward Lundergan, will present the first cantata in its 2010 Bach Cantata Series. The performance will take place this afternoon at 4:00 p.m. at Holy Cross Monastery, Route 9W (1615 Broadway), West Park, New York. The concert is free to the public.
This cantata performance is [...]

Guest Celebrant

We welcome The Rev. Doctor Fred Drobin as our guest celebrant today.

Morning Prayer and Healing Service

[ February 5, 2010; 9:00 am; February 12, 2010; 9:00 am; February 19, 2010; 9:00 am; February 26, 2010; 9:00 am; ] Tyler Chapel, 9 a.m. Friday

Food Pantry Needs

There are baskets on the Memorial Altar & in the Parish Hall with copies of this list of needs from the Food Pantry. Please take a copy so that you have it when you go shopping. Perhaps you could pick up an item or two or three. The list will be updated periodically and copies [...]

Boy Scout Fish Fry

[ February 19, 2010; February 26, 2010; ] The Boy Scouts, led by parishioner Bryant Knapp, will hold Lenten Fish Fries in the Parish Hall on Friday, February 19th and Friday, February 26th. More information will be in next week’s bulletin, but save the dates. Enjoy family nights out (you don’t have to cook dinner) and support the Boy Scouts at the same [...]

Messiah Matters Spring Edition

Please email all submissions to Su at Rhinebeck.Episcopal@gmail.com no later than Monday, March 1st.

Wednesday Evening Lenten Services

[ February 24, 2010; 7:30 pm; March 3, 2010; 7:30 pm; March 10, 2010; 7:30 pm; March 17, 2010; 7:30 pm; March 24, 2010; 7:30 pm; ] Rhinebeck Ecumenical

February 24            Third Lutheran            The Reverend Luis Perez preaching

March 3            Rhinebeck Reformed Church            The Reverend Jay Hanson preaching

March 10            Church of the Messiah            The Reverend Leroy Ness preaching
At Messiah

February 17            Ash Wednesday            Distribution of Ashes and Holy Communion

March 17            Evening Prayer

March 24            Evening Prayer

All Wednesday evening services are at 7:30 pm.

Preparing for Lent

[ February 10, 2010; 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] The Rev. Canon Andrew Dietsche, Canon for Pastoral Care, Diocese of New York, will present a Lenten Program at Christ Church, Pok, on Wed., Feb. 10th, 7:00-8:30 pm.

“…before the current prayer book, the three Sundays before Ash Wednesday were called Septuagesima, Sexagesima, and Quinquagesima, and together formed a small season referred to as ‘Pre-Lent,’ or [...]

Outreach Committee Update

The Outreach Committee met on January 24 to review applications from the congregation for funds from the Mad Dash. Seven projects were accepted and will be recommended to the Vestry for approval at the February meeting. After the Vestry meets, the Committee will publish the list of projects and amounts. In the meantime, there is [...]