Anchor Rides Again

Well, after a long break for Lent, Anchor is back in the saddle! It's time to ride! (Almost, at least.)

Here's what we've got cookin':

Rebel with a Cause: The Life of Jesus
Weds, Apr 7, 6:30-8:30pm, Grace Commons. Dinner $5. Childcare provided.

We’ll conclude our series on who Jesus (really) was and why it matters.

The Gospel According to The Office 2
Weds, Apr 14, 28, May 12, 19; 6:30-8:30 pm. Location change: PromiseLand in the church basement. Dinner $5, Childcare provided.

Dwight Schrute returns to Anchor! We’ll watch a show, talk about what it means, and explore how the person and message of Jesus addresses the universal (and sometimes hilarious) issues raised.

Evensong
Weds, Apr 21, 7:30-8:30 pm, Sanctuary. Childcare provided. Our monthly service of Evening Prayer. Ancient prayers come together with powerful music that draws from the traditional and contemporary. The whole church is invited.

Upcoming Events
Cinco de Mayo party, wine tasting, Summer cookout series, and more. Stay tuned!

PS--I want to continue to encourage all Anchor folks to think about going to the AMAZING Mockingbird Conference in NYC, Apr 15-17. Info here. To see what Mockingbird is about, go here.

PPS--

Anchor's Lenten Hiatus

Lent is always (paradoxically) a great time at St. Stephen's. We've got our powerful Ash Wednesday service on Weds, Feb 17, at 7:30 pm, and then on every Weds after that (Feb 24-Mar 24) we have our fantastic Lenten Supper Series. Delicious potluck suppers, great speakers, and a wonderful time to meet people from across the church. This year, the theme for our speakers is "The Bible's Biggest Losers (Old Testament Edition)." Each week, the speaker will take a character from the Old Testament, look at that person's very real faults and failures, while pointing out how God was still able to use these tarnished saints. Again, these are on Weds nights from 6:30-8:30 pm in Grace Commons. They are a blast! (Click here for more info and a list of speakers.)

But wait! Doesn't Anchor meet on Wednesday nights? Typically, yes. But during Lent, we take a break from our Weds night events so that you can take part in the awesome stuff St. Stephen's has during Lent. Hope to see you there!

Anchor Cancelled Tonight, Feb 10

Due to the crazy snow and dangerous driving conditions, we're cancelling Anchor tonight. Stay home and stay warm!

Upcoming Events:
Feb 17: Ash Wednesday service at 7:30 pm in the Sanctuary

Feb 24: Kickoff of Lenten Supper Series, "The Bible's Biggest Losers." 6:30-8:30 pm, Wednesdays, Feb 24-Mar 24, in Grace Commons. Great potluck dinners, and fantastic speakers.

Rebel With A Cause: Jan 20, Feb 3, Feb 10

What do Mel Gibson, Bob Dylan, Pat Robertson, Kathie Lee Gifford, and Denzel Washington have in common?

They all profess a devotion to Jesus Christ.

But who is Jesus? Why is he so compelling to so many people? What was so special about him? Join young adults for dinner and discussion about Jesus of Nazareth and why in the world he matters today. Our speaker is Aaron Zimmerman, assistant pastor at St. Stephen's.

When: January 20, Feb 3, Feb 10, from 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: St. Stephen's Church, in Grace Commons
Who: Young Adults, married and single.
Details: Free parking in the church lot. Dinner starts at 6:30 (suggested donation of $5), Presentation begins at 7:30. Free childcare provided in the nursery. Guests are welcome.

Upcoming Anchor Events: Progressive Dinner and New Series

Anchor will take a break over the Christmas and New Years’ holidays. We start up with a progressive dinner on Saturday, Jan 16 (meet at 6:30 in the church parking lot--Please RSVP here). We kick off our next series, “Rebel with a Cause: The Life of Jesus,” on Weds, Jan 20, 2010, at 6:30 pm. And if you haven't already, join our group on facebook. It's the best way to stay connected!

Evensong: Weds, Dec 9, at 7:30 pm

Join us for our third Evensong service on Weds, Dec 9, 7:30-8:30 pm in the St. Stephen's Sanctuary.

This Anglican service of Evening Prayer, weaves together our rich tradition of scripture, prayer, and song. The music is in a modern folk style, drawing from traditional hymns and newer Christian songs. The music this Wednesday will also include some treasured Christmas carols.

As always, the service is open to the entire church.

Free childcare is available in the nursery.

PS--Here is one of my favorite prayers (used in this service) from the Book of Common Prayer:

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

I Love Liz Lemon: TONIGHT (And note location change: Promise Land)

Join us for our second week of "I Love Liz Lemon: 30 Rock and Life's Big Questions." Dinner is pizza provided by Monte Cello's. $5 suggested donation to cover cost of the food.

As always, we meet from 6:30-8:30 pm, but tonight we have a venue change. Due to Christmas Pageant rehearsals at the church, we're moving to Promise Land. Enter the church through the doors by the parking lot, and head straight down the hall. Go through the double doors by the elevator and go downstairs. Promise Land is on your right as you turn the corner.

See you tonight!