In chronological order: Walker Events & Meetings (all at the church unless noted otherwise) & Public Events organized by others that will be held at Walker
Men’s Group: Sat, Mar 28, 9:30 at the home of one of the men. FFI Jim Feldman
Women’s Potluck Brunch: Sat, Mar 28, 9:30 am at Becky Hanson’s home
Palm Sunday Celebration March 29, 2015
Greetings by Beth Richards & Tony Wentersdorf
Communal Singing led by Nancy Larsen
Communal Reading: Our mission is to nurture spirituality, build caring community & work courageously for peace with justice and mercy.
Opening Smudge
Lao Tzu # 15 Witter Bynner followed by 5 minutes of silence.
Long ago the land was ruled with a wisdom too fine, too deep, to be fully understood and, since it was beyond humans full understanding, only some of it has come down to us, as in these sayings: Alert as a winter-farer on an icy stream, Wary as one in ambush, Considerate as a welcome guest, Selfless as melting ice, Green as an uncut tree, Open as a valley. And this one also, Roiled as a torrent,
Why roiled as a torrent? Because when one is in turmoil how shall all find peace save by staying patient till the stream clears? How can a life keep its course if one will not let it flow? Those who flow as life flows know they need no other force: they feel no wear, they feel no tear, they need no mending, no repair.
Poetry by Anne Tiller
Welcome, Announcements and Offering
Scripture Reading John 12:12-16 by Jesse Watkins
The next day the great crowd that had come to the festival heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord– the King of Israel!”
Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it; as it is written: “Do not be afraid, daughter of Zion. Look, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt!” His disciples did not understand these things at first; but when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that these things had been written of him and had been done to him.
Sermon by Pastor Walter Lockhart
Special Music by the Walker Singers
Circle with Joys & Concerns and the sharing of bread & juice brought by Linda Berglin
Thanks for: Hospitality set-up by Barbara Hager, Treats by Kay Seelhoff
Folk & Bluegrass Jam Session: Mon, Mar, 30, 7 to 10 pm. FFI Roy Vanderwerf revanster@gmail.com
Community Meal: Tues, Mar 31, 5:30 to 6:45 pm. Free, everyone welcome.
Nautilis Rough Cut: Tues, Mar 31, 7:30 pm. Free, donations welcome
Council meeting: Tues, Mar 31, 7:45 pm
Holy Fool Celebration: Wed, Apr 1, 7 pm. Join us for a Grand Celebration of the Fool in all of us! We will have foolish music, clownish acts, guest jokers and more! Don’t miss the 1st Annual Day of the Holy Fool at Walker Church!” FFI Mary Parker
Maundy Thursday Service: Thurs, Apr 2, 7 pm at Prospect Park UMC, 22 Orlin Avenue SE in Mpls. The Walker Singers will sing with the mass choir
Easter Sunday April 5
Sunrise Celebration 6:45 am in Powderhorn Park at the Gazebo on the southwest shore of the lake.
Pancake Breakfast 8:30 am to 10 am. $5, children under 10 free.
Easter Celebration 10 am
Trustees meeting: Wed, Apr 8, 6 pm
Jewish Passover Seder: Friday, April 10, 6:30 pm. Hosted & led by Fred Glazer. The Seder, a traditional family and community Jewish holiday observance and meal, recalls the liberation of the Jewish people from Egypt and the constant struggle to make a better world for all.
Reservations are necessary; call the church office or sign up on Sundays. The cost is $16; bring your own wine or wine substitute. If you have questions about the service, please call Fred Glazer Please call if you can volunteer to help with cooking and set-up.
Men’s Group: Sat, Apr 11, 9:30 am in the conference room. FFI Jim Feldman
Building Use Task Force Meeting: Tues, Apr 14, 5 pm
America’s Next Top God: Fri, Apr 17, 7 pm & Sun, April 19, 2 pm
Rummage Sale Set-up begins Monday April 20
Rummage Sale Thurs-Sun, April 23-26
15 Now Fundraiser: Wed, April 29, 7 pm. Join Storytellers–Nicholas Pawlowski, Carla Vogel and special musical guests. Dedicated community artists Nicholas and Carla bring to life traditional wise tales from around the world honoring values of peace, cooperation and justice. FFI Joe Hesla
DANCE THE CREATION FOR WALKER CELEBRATION!
The Creation Dance will be performed again during the celebration for Earth Day, April 19, and also on May 31. Anyone aged 9 years and older is welcome and you need have no previous dance experience, although having some athletic ability like being a runner or swimmer is helpful. And of course, you are welcome if you were in the dance before and would like to do it again! FFI Janet Skidmore
Easter Potluck Dinner hosted by Janet Skidmore: Sun, April 5, gathering around 2 pm and planning to eat around 3 pm, at Janet’s home
Emma Norton Services Annual Dinner and Silent Auction: Monday, April 20, 5:30 to 8:30 pm at Location:
Minneapolis Marriott Northwest, 7025 Northland Drive N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428. This fundraiser is a celebration of our donors and our lifelong partnership with the United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women. You’ll enjoy a lively evening of dinner, entertainment, and philanthropy, and have the chance to bid on a fantastic selection of silent auction items, including theater tickets, gift certificates, homemade treats, and much more! If you are interested in going please contact Walter who will get a table those interested in going should contact Walter who will make the needed reservations and get a table.Revwalt@juno.com
Events held every week
Sunday Meditation Group 8:15-9:30 am. FFI Nancy Larsen, Celebration 10 am. Sunday School 10:30 am.
Monday Morning Coffee Gatherings10 am at Lake Street Coffee, 3223 East Lake St.
Walker Singer Rehearsals Tuesdays 6:45 to 7:45 pm. FFI Jim McCreary.
Community Meals: Every Tuesday 5:30 to 6:45 pm
Aztec Dancers Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Open to all.
Rosen Movement Class Wednesdays 9 am to 10 am. FFI Phyllis Weiner
