JUNE 26-JULY 3, 2011

Man with a Cross, Robert Sargent Austin

Next Sunday’s Gospel includes the verses known as the Comfortable Words (“Come to me all who travail and are heavy-laden, and I will refresh you.”) which can be proclaimed in worship after the Confession and Absolution.   See a slightly different translation below.

Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30

Jesus said to the crowd, “To what will I compare this generation? It is like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling to one another,

`We played the flute for you, and you did not dance; we wailed, and you did not mourn.’

For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, `He has a demon’; the Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, `Look, a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ Yet wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.”

At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.

“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

THIS WEEK AT INCARNATION

Tuesday, June 28

8:00 am. Morning Prayer in the Chapel of the Nativity. All are welcome. Coffee and pastries are served after the prayer service.  Enter at 25 East 35 Street.

Wednesday, June 29

12:15 pm. Holy Eucharist.

Friday, July 1

12:15 pm. Holy Eucharist and Prayers for Healing.

SUNDAY, JULY 3

8:30 am:  Holy Eucharist. Homily: the Associate Rector

11:00 am: Holy Eucharist. Sermon: the Associate Rector, “A State of Union.” Music of Vivaldi. Nursery Care is available for children during the 11 o’clock service.

The Scripture Readings for Sunday: Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67; Psalm 45: 11-18; Romans 7:15-25a; and Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30.

COMING UP AT INCARNATION

Monday, July 4

Church and Parish House closed for the Fourth of July.

Tuesday, July 12

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: Prince of Egypt on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, July 13

7:30 pm. Twenties and Thirties’ Drinks & Discussion. Meet at the Parish House, 209 Madison Avenue, and we will walk to a local bar for conversation.  First drink—be it a Coke or a beer—is on the church.  RSVP: amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org

Tuesday, July 19

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: The Miracle Maker on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Wednesday, July 20

6:00-9:00 pm. Christmas in July. A crafts night to prepare for the annual Christmas Fair in December.  Whether crafty or not, please attend; there will be something for you to do.  Refreshments served.

Tuesday, July 26

6:00-8:00 pm. Movie Night for Kids. A three-week series of entertainment for children: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on a big screen; pizza, popcorn, and fruit served; childcare for infants and toddlers. The cost is $10 per child / $20 per family; series price of $25 per child / $50 per family. Call the church office, 212-689-6350, or email the Associate Rector, amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org, to purchase tickets.

Sunday, July 31

12:30 pm. Brunch, following the 11:00 am service, at a local restaurant.  Dutch treat.

Sunday, August 28

12:30 pm. Brunch, following the 11:00 am service, at a local restaurant.  Dutch treat.

Be well.

~the Rev. Amanda Kucik: amanda@churchoftheincarnation.org

More details available online: www.churchoftheincarnation.org

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