The Episcopal Church of the Messiah will hold their annual ecumenical service at Noon on Ash Wednesday which includes distribution of ashes. Their address is 76 Peachtree St., Murphy, and all are welcome.

Operation Rice Bowl is a Lenten based “faith in action” program sponsored by Catholic Relief Services throughout the United States benefiting such worldwide programs as mother and child health and nutritional programs, agricultural programs and other important benefits to needy around the globe. 75% of the money collected goes towards these important assistance programs, and 25% of funds collected return to us right here in our community. Both of our Parishes have benefited from these “Rice Bowl Grants” in the past. Lent is all about prayer, fasting and alms-giving, and our personal journey with Jesus to Calvary. Please be sure to pick up your Rice Bowl this weekend.

Our Annual Valentine's Brunch is sponsored by the Men's Club will be held following the 11AM Mass. We invite the Ladies to join us for a festive brunch featuring a variety of favorite items. Chefs Don Stillwagon and Bob Daniels have promised a special occasion. A free will offering from the men will be appreciated