THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: May 17, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 5/17/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

Happy Ascension week! A pair of great concert opportunities here this weekend, and some updates about our Summer: Summer Sing Session Signups

Sing Sessions are a go! I'll be available from 3:00 pm–8:00 pm on July 6, 13, and 20 (all Thursdays). I'd really like ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: May 10, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 5/10/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

This week, we remember and celebrate the life of Ken Bollam, our longtime friend, parishioner, and fellow Music Minister. His funeral Mass tomorrow morning will be a joyous and fitting celebration for a man who lived, served, shared, and sang boldly! The Bollam family ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: May 3, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 5/03/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

From survey results to some changing up, lots to discuss this week! Trial Run: Bell Choir Rehearsal Upstairs

Between the more frequent weekends we're enjoying with our Bell Choir and the number of "ringer-singers" involved, Elke and I want to try out moving bell ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: April 26, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 4/26/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

Just one topic for you this week, and, because it's me asking, there's a survey. Going All-In?

There's a point in almost every rehearsal where I think to myself how wonderful it is to hear this ministry at full strength; certainly, every time we ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: April 19, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 4/19/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

Lots to get to this week, so, without further ado: First Communion Weekend

At both Masses this Sunday, we welcome eight of our young siblings in Christ to the table for the first time as they celebrate First Holy Communion. While this doesn't change ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: April 12, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 4/12/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

We made it! Happy Easter to you all and thank you so much for your part in making our Triduum and Easter Sunday celebrations the glorious experiences they were! This week is about resting, review, renewing, and revving up for the Easter Season to come.  Triduum/Easter ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: April 5, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 4/05/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

As Michael Caine said in Noises Off: "We're there... the moment has arrived..."

Happy Triduum, everyone! Thank you so very much for all the hard work and dedication you've put into this year's celebration. We'll be on overdrive this weekend, so do get rest and take ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: March 29, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 3/29/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

We Wards were without power until just before 11:00 last night, so I'm at home today doing laundry, throwing out a lot of spoiled food, and preparing for a big ol' insurance claim. 

Also: Eight days 'til Triduum.

Let's do this. Taizé Prayer This Friday

If you're planning on joining us for Taizé Prayer, please come to the church at 6:55 for a quick run-through of the music. We'll begin in the Narthex at 7:30 pm. Reminder: Holy Week Rehearsal Set for April ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: March 22, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 3/22/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

I've spent the day creating bulletin worship aids for Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday— sure signs that it's getting serious! Want another sign? Check the end of this post; the first two nights of Triduum are now listed (check back on Friday; I'll add ... Read More »

THE WEDNESDAY REPORT: March 15, 2023

Posted by Tony Ward on 3/15/23

Dear Partners in Ministry,

22 days to go... Sorry if seeing that number is a bit unsettling! Three items of interest for you: Parish Collaborative Hymn Premiere

This weekend, we'll introduce "Bless the Lord," the result of our collaborative text-writing project in our January GIFT session. I will attach ... Read More »