MCCC Weekly Update – May 30, 2022
Below is our Weekly Calendar of Events and it seems more events are being added each week! I hope you all had a wonderful Memorial weekend and I hope you took some time to remember those who gave their lives for our freedom. It seems we are rolling right from one busy weekend to another! Here are some of the highlights that I don’t want you to forget about this weekend:
- FREE CLOTHING GIVEAWAY is Saturday, June 4th from 9am – 12pm! Please pass the word to ALL! Clothes are available for all ages and ANYONE is welcome to come & check it out at St. Joseph’s Church in Mantua!
- Mantua Summer Kick-off is Saturday, June 4th from 10am – 5pm! It will be a fun event for ALL! Check out the details in the calendar!
- Pentecost Sunday is this Sunday, June 5th. If you are able, wear something red to church! (more details below)
- Cake Reception for Jan Green and Sarah Park, following worship! I hope you will all plan to attend to offer our thanks to all Jan Green has done over the past 2 years, and to welcome Sarah Park as our new Music Director! Let’s give them both our warmest hospitality!
Now… what do YOU know about Pentecost Sunday?
Pentecost comes from the Greek word “pentekoste” which means fiftieth – as Pentecost Sunday takes place on the 50th day of Easter. It is the day the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles. The symbols of Pentecost are those of the Holy Spirit and include flames, wind, the breath of God and a dove. Many Christian churches celebrate Pentecost Sunday to recognize the gift of the Holy Spirit, realizing that God’s very life, breath, and energy lives in believers. Members of the clergy and congregation often wear red as a symbol of the flames in which the Holy Spirit came to earth. You will notice, this Sunday, a few additions within the sanctuary having to do with some of the symbols of Pentecost. Perhaps take a few moments to recognize the importance of these symbols on this important day. Also, please feel free to wear something red in recognition of Pentecost Sunday!
Blessings to all as we approach Pentecost Sunday!
Sandi
