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Update on Worship Schedule

neil — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:14:26 +0000

from www.stcroixreformed.org

Due to the Triathalon, Sunday May 1st Worship will be at 11 a.m. instead of 9:30.
No Sunday School on May 1st

Updated Holy Week Schedule

April 22nd Good Friday Service at 12 noon

April 24th Easter Sunday

7:00 Easter Outdoor Service

7:45 -9:00 Breakfast, helpers needed.

9:30 Easter Sunday Worship Service

10:45 Easter Egg Hunt for Children

Holy Week Schedule

neil — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 16:34:05 +0000

Holy Week Services
St Croix Reformed Church
www.stcroixreformed.org

Maundy Thursday Communion Service

7 pm at Trinity Lutheran in Frederiksted

Good Friday

Noon at St Croix Reformed Church, a brief service

Easter Sunday Services

7 am Sunrise Service on the hill
8 am Easter Breakfast, everyone is invited!
9:30 am Easter WorshipA reminder to bring flowers from home for our annual “Bloomin’ of the Cross” during worship.

March 2011 Wind Turbine Update

neil — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 14:21:22 +0000

UPDATE: For info about our Wind Turbine you can now visit the Wind Turbine pages at this website: http://stcroixreformed.org/our-wind-turbine/

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Member of the Wind Team have recently met with Clapp Power Inc., the company which will oversee the installation of the tower and turbine. Clapp Power is locally owned and is the tower and turbine manufacturer’s new “rep” here in the USVI. Due to the manufacturer’s backlog, Clapp Power believes that the completion date for the project will now be late summer/early fall.

We are waiting for the final permit to be issued.

Following on our grant approval, members of the Wind Team have been in regular contact with the VI Energy Office, getting i’s dotted and t’s crossed, attending meetings, and beginning to file grant award reports required by the US Dept of Energy.

The church sign down by the road is being repaired and revised. Should be back up in a week or two. It will look like the following…with a stylized cross-like wind turbine as the logo. The sign anticipates that the new turbine and tower will become a unique & unmistakable landmark, -and connects the church to that landmark.

A “Coming Soon” construction sign will go up by the road sometime this summer.

The church’s $50,000 grant award was part of $800,000 in Federal stimulus funds awarded to VI non-profits for energy-related projects. In addition to an estimated savings of over 800,000 kilowatts per year to all the organizations over the next 15 to 25 years, the funds stimulate the economy, and boost the movement to alternative energy and efficiency in the islands. The energy savings to the church and Kingshill School is estimated at $700 a month. (See earlier posts for how that savings will be reinvested in mission.)

For more information, contact the Wind Team:

Don Bailey
Will Borden
Rod Koopmans
Michael Mongeau
Neil MacQueen
George Novey

www.stcroixreformed.org

Ash Wednesday ~ March 9 at 7 pm

neil — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:47:14 +0000

St Croix Reformed Church’s Ash Wednesday Service will be held March 9 at 7 pm in Fellowship Hall. Make sure to put it on your calendar.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lenten season, -the 40 days before Easter during which Christians prepare to commemorate the Cross and Resurrecton of Jesus, and look inwardly at their lives. The ashes are a biblical symbol of confession and humility.

Traditionally, members “fast” i.e. ”give up” something for Lent, such as a favorite food or activity. “Giving up” creates a daily reminder of the season. In recent years many have also practiced “giving extra” during the season, typically in a manner of service to others.

A few suggestions:

Decide to stay-in for dinner one evening a week instead of going out, and contribute the savings to My Brothers Table or similar social service.
Give up your favorite food until Easter.
Gather clothing from your closets and your neighbors and take them to the Women’s Coalition.
Give up television X nights a week and read an uplifting book instead.
Go to the beach without distractions and read the Psalms.
Resolve to attend each worship service and Jazz Vespers service through Easter –bringing a friend with you each time.
Resolve to give at least 3 specific Positive Affirmations everyday to the people in your life. Tell them why your appreciate them.
Read a chapter of Matthew’s Gospel each morning.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Colossians 3:17

Jazz Vespers Schedule

neil — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:51:51 +0000

St Croix Reformed Church

Jazz Vespers Schedule

First Sunday of the Month, 5:30 to 6:30

March 6 – Central High Jazz Band

April 4 – Neil Simon

May 1 – Brian Silber

June- Steve Katz

Bring a friend!

www.stcroixreformed.org

CHRISTMAS MORNING 2010

suecissel — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 13:25:50 +0000

Several St. Croix Reformed Church members joined Pastor Rod early Christmas morning at Carambola for a sunrise service. The resort asked him to conduct a service for their guests. Musical accompaniment was provided by Bill Bass and Stan Joines. Some of those from SCRC commented that this needs to become an annual event. Thanks Tom Eimer for group photo.

POINSETTIAS

suecissel — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 17:33:53 +0000

Poinsettias for the church can be purchased by completing an order form (found on back table in the church) and returning it in the offering plate. The poinsettia will be used to decorate the church throughout the Advent season and can be taken home after the Christmas Eve service or on Sunday, December 26, Holy Family Sunday.

Hanging of the Greens 2010

neil — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 12:02:09 +0000

On the first Sunday of Advent the kids in the children's sermon received a gift from the church... their very own creche with an unbreakable Baby Jesus.

June Announcements

stxrevrod — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:28:53 +0000

ANNOUNCEMENTS from ST CROIX REFORMED CHURCH

Dick Smith Passes

We are saddened to learn of the death of Dick Smith on June 3rd. He passed away due to complications from surgery. We will greatly miss him.

His wife, Blanche’s address is

203 Dove Lane

Marmora, N.J. 08223

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

With school summer vacation here My Brothers’ Table needs volunteers. This church-sponsored feeding ministry serves up nutritious lunches Monday through Friday. It is located on Queen Street in Frederiksted one block north of the post office. Volunteers help serve drinks and meals from 11:45 to 12:45.

Elizabeth Peacock is the Volunteer Coordinator. Her number is 778-8226. Rides are available if needed.

Do you have some time this summer to donate to cleaning or painting? We have some small projects around the building in need of attention. Contact Pastor Rod.

Visit our website for photos and more announcements. http://stcroixreformed.org

Please forward this announcement to other friends in the church and invite them to SUBSCRIBE to our website’s email newsletter feature.

Upcoming Events

stxrevrod — Thu, 27 May 2010 19:27:39 +0000

Tomorrow Evening, Friday May 28 at 6-8 p.m.

The Kingshill School here at the church will host an Open House and Unveiling of Ceramic Memorial Wall made by students with help of Sarah Hayes and VI Arts Council. Refreshments will be served. Dignitaries and Regular folk will be present! All Welcome.

Jazz Vespers’ Las’ Lap for the Season is Sunday, June 6th at 5:30.
Take a musical journey of original compositions and other great music with Elvis Pedro, He’s joined by Marsvyn David, Loren Hughes, and Toby Derima. Refreshing vocals by Khema Loving June 6th 5:30-6:30 at the St Croix Reformed Church. Please bring friends and free will offering!

In other news: HALLELUJAH! ….the potholes on the road leading up to the church have been filled. Please show your appreciation by repeatedly driving over them to join us for worship and upcoming events.