February 22, 2026
The First Sunday in Lent
Today's Readings: Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11, Psalm 32
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9 am Eucharist in the Round (Chapel)
Lively and Bright
A joyful celebration of holy communion, held in the round, including congregational singing and fresh, new ways of talking about God and faith. The St. Bart’s Singers offer musical leadership in our beautiful chapel. Download the leaflet here (updated Fridays).
9:45 am Nursery Care (Children's Playroom)
Nursery care for children ages 0 - 4 is available in the Children's Playroom on the Basement Level of the Community House today from 9:45 until 12:45.
10 am Kids Club (Room 33)
All kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for St. Bart's Kids' Club! Through crafts, arts, and drama kids are immersed in the stories of the Bible and encouraged to make social-emotional connections while building community. All are welcome! At 10:50 am, kids are escorted to the main church for the 11 am worship service and Wonder Church.
10 am Youth at the Center (Room 32)
All middle and high schoolers are invited to join Youth at the Center in Room 32 for conversation, spiritual exploration, games, and donuts.
10 am The Forum (Great Hall): U.S Immigration Enforcement and Child Abuse
Over the past two decades, and especially in recent months, escalating use of federal immigration enforcement tactics has raised concerns about the impacts on immigrant children and their families. Michael Zuch, licensed clinical social worker and a doctoral student at Rutgers University, examines how these federal actions affect children and explores the question of whether they can be considered a form of child abuse
11 am Choral Eucharist (Church)
Awe-inspiring and Majestic
Our principal liturgy each Sunday, held in our resplendent main sanctuary, with multiple processions, music by St. Bartholomew’s Choir and Choristers, inspiring preaching, and the participation of children and youth. Livestream option available for online worshipers. Download our worship leaflet to follow along (available on Friday).
The 11 am service includes a 25-30 minute Wonder Church program designed for kids in grades K-5 during the sermon and prayers.
Gatherings after Church
- Pathfinders: Taking the Next Step in Christian Community, 12:30 pm in Room 33
- Exodus Bible Study, 12:30 pm in Room 32
- Peace Book Club, 1:30 pm via Zoom
- St. Tabitha's Guild, knitting and crocheting fellowship, 12:30 pm in the Vestry Room
- Living Christ Sangha, 3 pm via Zoom
See our weekly eNews with information on classes and events coming up this week.
5 pm Contemplative Eucharist (Chapel)
Serene and Candlelit
An intimate service of holy communion held in our candlelit chapel. Rhythms of silence, singing, scripture, and prayer are woven together into a quiet hour of spiritual renewal — the perfect way to end the weekend and prepare for the week ahead. Download the worship leaflet here.