Parish News

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Welcome! 

Holy Cross is an Episcopal Church and Member 
of the Diocese of Western North Carolina
(828) 963-4609

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This Sunday, June 8, 2025 - The Day of Pentecost
 

9:00am, St. John's - Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Hymnody

We thank those who will serve:

      • Greeters/Oblationers: Mary Pietan &  Stuart Tugman
      • Ushers: Mary Pietan &  Stuart Tugman
      • Lector:  Judy Bondi
      • Prayers of the People: Alicia Toomey
      • Chalice: Edie Tugman
      • Acolyte: Edie Tugman
      • Healing Minister:   
      • Linen Fairy: Judy Bondi
      • Musician:  Patty Adams

10:15am, St. John's Lawn - Fellowship Time

 
11:00am,  Holy Cross Sanctuary - A Service of Morning Prayer and Holy Communion with Music. This service is Live-Streamed via our YouTube Channel

We thank those who will serve:

      • Greeters/Oblationers:  Jim & Darby Logan
      • Ushers: Jim & Darby Logan
      • Lector: Ann Gerber
      • Prayers of the People: Ann Gerber
      • Chalice: Dawn Harris & Ann Iles
      • Acolyte: Randy McDonough
      • Healing Minister: Ron McInnes
      • Linen Fairy:  Mary Jane Minor
      • Musician:   Tyler Young
12:30pmSkiles Hall - Fellowship Time

 

Next Sunday, June 15, 2025 - The First Sunday after Pentecost
Trinity Sunday

9:00am, St. John's - Holy Eucharist, Rite II with Hymnody

10:15am, St. John's Lawn - Fellowship Time

11:00am,  Holy Cross Sanctuary - A Service of Morning Prayer and Holy Communion with Music. This service is Live-Streamed via our YouTube Channel
 
12:30pmSkiles Hall - Fellowship Time
 

News & Happenings

 

Men's Night Out

The dynamic duo -- and Valle Crucis neighbors -- Paul Bernhardy and Jim Reed are co-hosting our next Men's Night Out gathering from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17 at the Bernhardy/Owens home (thank you, Susan!) located at 646 Valle Meadows Trail in Sugar Grove, NC 28679. While there is room for parking, carpooling is always encouraged.  The "Mexican Fiesta Feast" includes Paul's famous chicken enchiladas with Jim's legendary jalapeno skillet cornbread and appropriate side dishes at a suggested contribution of $10 per person. So that our hosts may provide enough food for everyone in attendance (ahem...don't arrive late, gentlemen), please RSVP by 5:30 p.m on Sunday, June 15 to KeithTMartin@gmail.com and let us know of any food allergies or preferences. As always, remember to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy... and share. Can you say Corona, Dos Equis, and Margaritas? We hope so.

MNO is a monthly opportunity for brethren from within our parishes and throughout our community to enjoy an evening of fellowship together. PLEASE RSVP by the due date. If you do not drive at night, need a ride to and/or from MNO, or are without reliable transportation for whatever reason, kindly let us know. We have participants from all over the High Country who would welcome your company and be happy to pick you up and deliver you safely home. Come join us!

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Daughters of the King

Daughters of the King (DOK) meet weekly on Wednesday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. in Skiles Hall. The group invites any women of the church interested in finding out more about DOK to join them. Click here to learn more about DOK!

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Choir & Handbell Practice

Handbell practice is held on Wednesdays at 5:45pm, followed by Choir Practice at 7:00pm,  in Skiles Hall Choir room.  Contact Shane Watson at shanewatson1539@gmail.com if you'e interested in joining!

 

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The 11:00a.m. service from Holy Cross is Live-Streamed via our YouTube Channel .
Click here to view our Live Streamed and previously recorded services.
Click here to view & download this week's worship leaflet.

Click here to view & download this month's Holy Cross Newsletter.

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Online Giving

Online giving is now available - click here or click "Give Online" in the Navigation Bar at the top of the website.

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Weeknight Evening Worship Services offered via Zoom

Compline at 8:00 p.m. every Monday & Thursday - click  here to join the Zoom meeting

The "Virtual Waiting Room" opens 15 minutes before each service begins.
(Meeting ID: 823 3185 8185)

Contact Angela Williams or Mary Pietan if you have any issues signing on for Compline

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The Sacrament of Reconciliation: 
This Sacrament is offered at any time by appointment.

Please contact the Rector directly at (828) 963-4609 ext. 22
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Further Information & Links:

The current Prayer List is here.
The Latest Sunday Worship Leaflet is here
The Current Holy Cross Newsletter is here.

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