Share the Light of Christ in Service and with Chalking the Doors

Jan. 19, Right after 10 a.m. Worship (Parish Hall)

Make a Difference Day is an extension of the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday. It is a time for giving back to your community. Join us in the Parish Hall after our 10 a.m. service for an all-parish Make a Difference Day service project, as together we fill and decorate “Comfort Bags” to be distributed later to members of Greensboro’s houseless community.

We will also have chalk available and instructions for those wishing to bless their homes in 2025 with the ancient tradition of Chalking the Doors. This practice consists of marking a blessing in chalk to invite God’s blessing on a home, church, or other entryway, and on all who enter its doors during the year. The markings are usually made above the front door in this pattern: 20 + C + M + B + 25. The numbers reflect the new calendar year. The letters have two meanings—as the initials of the traditional names of the three magi (Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar), and as the initials of the Latin phrase Christus Mansionem Benedicat, or “Christ bless this dwelling.” The + signs are for the Cross of Christ. Before, during, or after the chalking of the door, a prayer might be offered. These prayers are included in the Epiphany at Home Handout, available at church this Sunday.

Feed & Be Fed 

The Corner Farmers Market

Saturdays, 8 AM – 12 noon, on the corner of W. Market and Kensington Streets

Worldwide, outdoor markets have flourished during the pandemic. That has certainly been the case here in Greensboro. Since moving to our parking lot, the Corner Market has welcomed new vendors and customers. The relocation could not have gone better, and the market is providing a connection point that’s open to everyone in our community, a connection that is so vital for many of us during this time—and all the time. Follow the Market’s Facebook page, or subscribe to the newsletter on their website for the weekly list of vendors.

One Step Further Food Pantry

This food pantry, started at St. Andrew’s, now is housed at Definition Church in Greensboro (1806 Merritt Dr., in the building behind the main building) and St. Stephen AME Zion Church in High Point (1012 Leonard Ave.). The pantry needs volunteers for a variety of tasks including deliveries and making phone calls (which can be done from home). If you can help, please contact the director, Susan Cox, at scox@onestepfurther.com.