This past Sunday, as we finished our study of Paul’s letter to the Philippians, I shared the following “charge” with you all.

1. Stand firm on the gospel of Jesus Christ. Never depart from this precious gospel. Never subtract from it. Never add to it. Never grow tired of it. Never move on from it. Go deeper into the glories and the mysteries of this good news and find life in it.

2. Agree in the Lord. Never allow your differences or disagreements to obscure your view of the most excellent, the most beautiful, the most wonderful Jesus Christ. Love one another as Christ himself loved you and gave himself up for you. Love one another with that same sacrificial love.

3. Set your gaze forward. Forget all that lies behind. Count it all as rubbish. Count it all as loss. Fix your eyes on Jesus and strain forward towards him. That you might gain him, and him alone. Hold fast to what you have attained. Put your feet upon the feet of your father and let him work his dance in you.

4. Don’t forget to remember. As C.S. Lewis wrote: “…Remember, remember, remember the signs. Say them to yourself when you wake in the morning, and when you lie down at night, and when you wake in the middle of the night. And whatever strange things may happen to you, let nothing turn your mind from following the signs…”

Remember: first things first. We always come full circle, back to Jesus. Deeper into Jesus. It’s a privilege to strain forwards towards Jesus alongside you all.

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.” (Phil. 4:23)

Jamie

P.S. Are you new to Truro? Or just coming back? Our March Newcomer’s Lunch is next Sunday at 11:45 AM in Common Grounds. Catherine and I would love for you to join us. Please RSVP here. 

Prayer Room 
Sunday Mornings @ 9 AM | Reception Office

Come for any length of time to simply soak in God's presence or receive prayer from trained prayer ministers. 
The Nest will be open for children 3 months to five-years old beginning at 8:45 AM so you can take part in this special time.

Community Nights in Lent
Tuesdays @ 6-7:30 PM | Undercroft

"Taco Tuesday" was a grande fiesta! Thanks to everyone for coming out
and to all those who volunteered and made it a success!

Our next Community Night is "A Nod to Ireland" with a Potato and Salad Bar (and more!) on March 14. Dinner will be served anytime between 6-7:30 PM. You’re welcome to come earlier and/or stay later to enjoy more time for fellowship—doors will be open from 5:30-8 PM. Sign up below if you’d like to bring toppings or to help with setup/cleanup. But no sign-up required to come for dinner!

Sign up here!

 
Young Adults’ Compline Prayer
Tuesdays @ 7:30 PM | Sanctuary

After dinner, Summer Farinas will lead Compline in the sanctuary for the Young Adults. All are welcome!
 

Communion Service in Lent
Wednesdays @ 11 AM | Chapel

Join us Wednesdays in Lent for a special communion service at 11 AM in the Chapel.

You are invited to join us at one of two upcoming prayer gatherings: Sunday, March 12 at 12 PM in Common Grounds (after the 10 AM service) or on Wednesday, March 15 at 8 PM on Zoom. At these meetings, we’ll share a bit more about where we’re headed, answer questions, and share some specific ways you can be praying in this season. Lastly, if you’re interested in learning more, or curious about how you might participate, feel free to email Mike Seawright. 

Interested in joining a Community Group at Truro? We have a variety of groups meeting throughout the week both in-person and online. Community Groups are a place for the people of Truro to go deep in community, scripture and prayer, and we encourage anyone who is interested to join! To learn more about our groups complete the form below.

Last month, the Truro clergy prayed for the Missions Core Team. We ask for your continued prayers: 

• that God will use our Core Team to re-awaken, restore, and rekindle the flame of missions and outreach at Truro,

• that we will have unity, wisdom & insight as we pray and interact together, and 

• that the Lord will continue to give us discernment as we listen together about how Truro can engage more and more in missions & outreach.

Truro Safety Awareness Workshop
March 20 @ 7 PM | Common Grounds
Sign up for the next Safety Awareness Workshop on Monday, March 20 at 7 PM in Common Grounds. This is required if you volunteer in the following ministries: Family (or any ministry interacting with children), Outreach/Visitation, Prayer, and/or TIPS.