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Holy Cross is an Episcopal Church and Member
of the Diocese of Western North Carolina
(828) 963-4609
9:00a.m., Holy Cross Sanctuary - Valle Crucis United Methodist Church Service
9:45a.m., Skiles Hall - Christian Formation- Paul's Letters (see below for more details)
11:00a.m., Holy Cross Sanctuary - The Great Litany & Holy Eucharist, Rite II: with Music Unction, and Children's Homily. This service is Live-Streamed via our YouTube Channel .
We thank those who will serve:
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- Greeters/Oblationers: Katie Hall & Sis Kinney
- Ushers: Katie Hall & Sis Kinney
- Lector: Edie Tugman
- Prayers of the People: Edie Tugman
- Chalice: Ann Iles
- Acolyte: Nina-Jo Moore
- Healing Minister: Rev. Scott Oxford
- Linen Fairy: Ann Iles
- Organist: Shane Watson
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12:30p.m., Skiles Hall - Parish Forum: Food will be provided along with an update on the Rector search, a hosted conversation with the Vestry, and information on opportunities to join ministry engagements at Holy Cross. The forum will end by 2:00 pm. Childcare will be provided.
9:00a.m., Holy Cross Sanctuary - Valle Crucis United Methodist Church Service
News & Happenings
"March" for Diapers
ECW will be collecting all sizes of new, unopened packages of diapers for the entire month of March. Beginning March 1st, please bring your diaper donations to the labeled box in Skiles Hall, and we will make sure they are delivered to the Children's Council. Last year we collected over 1,600 diapers. This year, let's make it 2,000! Thank you !
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Christian Formation
You are invited to a series of discussions focused on how the hallmakrs of our tradition, the Bible, theology, and liturgy, are relevant to our lives. Each session is standalone (if you miss a session, you won't be behind)and all are welcome. Below is a brief outline of the upcoming Sundays in March:
- Sunday, March 16: Paul's Letters - we will take an overview of the four canonical Gospels, their major themes, how they are structured and touch on their similarities and contradictions
- Sunday, March 23: Pastoral Letters and Hebrews
- Sunday, March 30: The book of Revelation and Apocalypticism
This inquirers style class is open to youth and adults. It is designed to help each other learn about our faith tradition while providing an opportunity to contribute with your own learnings, ideas, and faith experiences. The class meets Sundays at 9:45a.m in Skiles Hall
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St. Patrick's Day Dinner & Auction
The Clan McDonough invite the good people of Holy Cross to a St. Patrick's Day celebration, Saturday, March 15 at 6:00p.m. in Skiles Hall. A full Irish dinner will be served with plenteous drink and mischief for $40 per person. All proceeds go to the ECW in honor of our beloved St. Patrick and St. Tom. For reservations, please call Claire McDonough at 828-266-3542.
Holy Cross ECW have collected and are offering items donated from our members for auction for St. Patrick's Day. The auction begins Saturday, March 15 and runs through Saturday March 22, ending at 5:00pm. A silent auction will be held for a few items at the annual St Patrick's Day dinner on Saturday, March 15, while other items will remain open for bidding for a week for those unable to attend the dinner. All proceeds from the bidding will go to the ECW.
You can find photos of the auction items by clicking on the below link:
Click Here for Auction Item Photos
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Men's Night Out
After a 2 month hiatus, the Mens Night Out (MNO) group begins its NINTH year of fellowship on Tuesday , March 18, 5;30p.m.-7:30p.m. at the home of Jim Zellner, 127 Saddle Way Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605. Carpooling is encouraged due to limited parking. The meal will consist of Southern fried chicken, ham biscuits, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, & coleslaw along with baked cinammon apples with ice cream for dessert. The suggested donation is $10 per person. Please RSVP Keith Martin by 5:30p.m. Sunday arch 15 at KeithTMartin@gmail.com.
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Women Writers March Workshop
Join master author Katerina Whitley on Thursday, March 20 - Saturday, March 22 at the VCCC as we explore ways to express ourselves in writing. This is a full two-day retreat, with options for commuter and one-day pricing. The program will be held in Crab Orchard Hall, with lodging in the Mission House.
Writing is often a lonely pursuit. You may find that it’s much easier to write in the company of like-minded people and with the guidance of a professional who loves to encourage others in the craft of writing. Join this group of women writers to capture memories, define thoughts, express emotions, and bring order out of chaos. New writers are most welcome, for one or more workshops.
A native of Thessaloniki, Greece, Katerina Whitley has worked as a church journalist on the diocesan and national levels, taught at universities, and is the author of eight books and hundreds of articles, including a stunning new memoir, Myth and Memory: My Childhood in WWII Greece. Please contact the Valle Crucis Conference Center to register for this workshop, or Click Here to sign up.
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Holy Cross Centennial Celebration
This year marks 100 years since our community set the cornerstone of the sanctuary that would house our growing closer to God, each other, and our salvation. A small team has been working since last year to plan how we will commemorate this centennial year. We are hoping to provide historical tours, worship events, artistic engagements, storytelling, food, dancing, and celebrating with each other and with the greater community. We need your help. The fun work of planning and executing this event will require many hands. If you would like to help, please reach out to Rev Robert via phone at 423-400-0826 or email at hartmansrobert@gmail.com.
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Lay Reader/Altar Server
Have you ever considered serving at the Altar, or being a Lay Reader during our Sunday service? If so, please contact Nina-Jo Moore at moorenj@appstate.edu or Karla Prudhomme at krprudhomme@skybest.com to learn more about this exiting opportunity to serve at the Altar of Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
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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 Practice
Choir practice is held on Wednesday afternoons at 5:30 in Skiles Hall Choir room.
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Bookies
A book group organized 20-plus years ago, would love to have new members. Call or email Judy Bondi for more information about Bookies.
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2025 Sunday Morning Worship Schedule (unless otherwise noted above):
9:00a.m. - Valle Crucis United Methodist Church holds their Sunday Service in Holy Cross Sanctuary
11:00 - Holy Eucharist, Rite II, with Music, Unctions and Children's Homily in Holy Cross Sanctuary
12:30p.m. - Fellowship Time in Skiles Hall
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.
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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