Twenty-second Sunday After Pentecost
October 16, 2016
"We invite everyone to share communion around God's altar.
We strive to be a welcoming and relevant Christian community doing what matters through prayer, worship, teaching, outreach, fellowship, and service.
We will demonstrate the real life application of scripture, tradition, and
reason by providing a safe place to respond to each other's needs,
hurts, joys, and interests."
Resurrection Episcopal Church
1755 Duncan Bridge Rd.
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8:15
Holy Eucharist II
9:30 Christian Formation
10:30 Holy Eucharist II
12:00 Vestry Meeting
Monday - 17th
5:30
Yoga
Tuesday - 18th
9:30 Staff Meeting
10:00
Exercise
11:30
WRECs' lunch @ Tucker's
Wednesday - 19th
6:45
Choir Practice
8:00 AA meeting
Thursday - 20th
6:00
Women's Bible Study Group
6:00 Compassion Meeting
Friday - 21st
Women's Retreat
Saturday - 22nd
Women's Retreat
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Sunday,
October 16, 2016
First Reading
Jeremiah 31:27-34
The Psalm
Psalm 119:97-104
Second Reading
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
The Gospel
Luke 18:1-8
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Crucifer
Steve Wydra
Lector
Gary D'Abate
Donna Merritt
Altar
Lana Brown
Addie Bolton
Acolytes
Reagan Brode
Aubrey Bolton
Lectors
Helen Wilkins
Becky Schacht
Mary Geidel
Ushers
Jennifer Smith
Ben Bolton
Greeters
Dwayne Vandiver
Stephanie Bolton
Children's Chapel
Erica Koeppel
Altar
Patty Kidd
Community of Hope Minister
Jane and Dave Maier
Flowers
Susan Mills
Teller
Kathy Holbrook
Social Hour
Susan Gstalder
Vestry Person
of the Day
Paul Abele
If you are unable to serve in your designated ministry, please find a replacement and then contact the church office with the change
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Resurrection
Cycle of
Prayer
10/16
The Kimsey family, Bill Kinsland, the Koeppel family, Richard & June Krise, Paul & Cynthia Kimball
10/17
Gretchen Kwatra, Bob & Nancy Lambdin, Kevin & Nancy LaForce, Bob & Deb Kroll
10/18 Chad & Katie Rose Ledford, Jane Lenzen, Dave & Jane Maier, John & Rene McClatchey
10/19
Ringo & Sherry McCollum, Debbie McLean, Mel & Jane Mellinger, the Merritt family
10/20
Lloyd & Susan Mills, Jane Mitchell, Art & Joanna Moylan, the Newton family
10/21 Darrell & Laurie Nix and James Bowers, Alison & Emily Nonnemaker, the Nonnemaker family, John & Linda O'Brien, Barbara Overton, Bill Owen
10/22 Don & Cathy Parrish, Hugh & Barbara Peebles, Bill & Linda Perry, Patti Petit
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October 16-22
10/16 Lori Kimsey, Charlie Steele
10/18
Cael Broom
10/19 Sandy Bergin
10/20 Joyce Campbell, David Wilkins
10/21 Jeanette Burke, John Reese
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Welcome to the latest edition of our eNewsletter.
Wherever you are on your faith journey, may you discover God's spirit here at Resurrection. May you experience God's love and feel God's blessing as you participate in the life of the parish.
We will see you in church!
If you or someone you know is in need of pastoral care, please contact the parish office, a member of the clergy, or a member of the vestry. Please do not hesitate to let us know of any needs that arise.
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Pastoral Care Corner
Gene Ewert
is recovering from surgery in NE GA Medical Center.
Lynn Schlaefflin was discharged from a 4-day stay in the hospital.
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| Led by Patty Kidd and Debbie McLean |
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| Led by Dr. Jennifer Smith and Denise Dorsey |
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Childcare will be available in the nursery during Adult Formation classes.
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Attention Ladies
The women's retreat at Camp Mikell is next week, October 21-23! If you haven't signed up yet, please do so by October 18th. The sign-up sheet is on the narthex bulletin board. The cost for the entire weekend is just $170, which covers lodging, food, a facilitator, and supplies. All you need to bring for the group is snacks, wine if desired, and/or soft drinks.
FUN, FUN, FUN!
We look forward to seeing you there! Linda Perry
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New Parish Hall Update
The new building contract is signed and the bank construction loan was closed on Wednesday. Our parish hall construction should begin in the next few weeks. More information regarding the ground-breaking ceremony is coming soon!
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Women's Bible Study
The women's Bible study group
will meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m., at the church to discuss Lysa Terkeurst's Becoming More Than a Good Bible Study Girl.
The next meeting will be on Thursday, October 20, at 6:00 p.m.
Please bring cheese & crackers, beverages, and/or cookies to share. We look forward to seeing you there.
It is never too late to attend!
Denise Dorsey
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Consecration Sunday is Coming!
Congregations that approach financial stewardship from a biblical perspective do not view the money Christians give to their church merely as a way to pay its bills. Rather, such congregations see financial contributions as a way to help people grow spiritually in their relationship with God by supporting their church's mission and ministry with a percentage of their incomes.
Our congregation's finance committee has selected the New Consecration Sunday Stewardship Program as a way to teach the biblical and spiritual principles of generous giving in our stewardship education emphasis this year.
New Consecration Sunday
is based on the biblical philosophy of the need of the
giver to give for his or her own spiritual development, rather than on the need of the church to receive. I
nstead of treating people like members of a social club who should pay dues, we will treat people like followers of Jesus
Christ who want to give unselfishly as an act of discipleshi
p.
New
Consecration Sunday
encourages people toward proportionate and systematic giving in response to the question, "What percentage of my income is God calling me to give?"
During morning worship on Consecration Sunday, we are asking our attendees and members to make their financial commitments to our churc
h's m
issionary, benevolent, and educational ministries in this community and around the world.
Every attendee and member who completes an Estimate of Giving Card does so voluntarily by attending morning worship on Consecration Sunday. We urge people to attend who feel strongly opposed to completing a card. The procedure is done in such a way that no one feels personal embarrassment if he or she chooses not to fill out a card.
We will do no home solicitation to ask people to complete cards. During morning worship, our guest leader will conduct a brief period of instruction and inspiration, climaxed by members making their commitments as a confidential act of worship.
We will encourage participation in Consecration Sunday events through the Consecration Sunday team and governing board members. Since we will make no follow-up visits to ask people to complete their cards, we will make every effort to inform, inspire, and commit everyone to attend Consecration Sunday worship.
Thanks in advance for your enthusiastic participation in Consecration Sunday events.
Paul Kimball
Consecration Sunday Chairperson
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On October 30th, guest musicians, Lisa Deaton, Sarrah Ellen McDonald, and Debbielee Whelchel will assist in leading a folk-inspired Eucharist at 10:30 a.m.
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Resurrection Participants at New Beginnings
October 7-9, 2016
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Front row: Lucy Alexander, Shelby Scalia, Reagan Brode. Back row: J.M. Kidd, Mallory Nonnemaker, Brandon Nonnemaker, Sophie Alexander
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Preschool News
This week we are talking about nocturnal animals. Petz Gone Wild from Cornelia brought a few gecko lizards, a tree frog, and a spider. The children loved getting to touch and see these nocturnal creatures.
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Family Promise Update
Family Promise Hosting Week
Resurrection church will be hosting three families currently in the program. We have 4 adults, 4 children and a 5-month-old baby boy. As of last Sunday, volunteers have signed up for meals on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Friday night is the only night that is covered by volunteers. The following is a list of volunteer opportunities still needed:
Sunday, Oct. 23rd - Dinner host & overnight host at Faith Lutheran church.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday - overnight hosts.
Sunday, Oct. 23rd - Day Center, 1 volunteer from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 volunteer
from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 29th - Day Center, 1 volunteer from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 volunteer
from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to meet the families and interact with the children. I hope you will consider volunteering. The sign-up sheet is in the narthex. Don and I will be available after Sunday service to answer any questions.
Tickets for the Great Helen Duck Race will be available this Sunday after church.
This year, Family Promise of White County will participate in Georgia Gives Day. Georgia Gives Day is November 17th and is a statewide initiative to help with donations to non-profits. If you are participating in this statewide event, please consider giving to Family Promise of White County. It is an amazing initiative that we are proud to be a part of.
Thank you for supporting this important ministry.
Cathy Parrish 706-348-2240
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Family Promise at the Nacoochee Farm & Family Expo
October 8, 2016
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Thank you to all the ladies from Resurrection church who donated all the wonderful baked goods. We earned $310.20 from the cake walk and bake sale. In addition, we auctioned 7 of the cakes, which brought another $320.00. All the proceeds will help the families currently in the program to regain their independence.
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Fun Times on the Resurrection Wine Tour
October 9, 2016
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October 30, 2016
In
conjunction with our annual Stewardship Drive, October 30, 2016, has been designated by the Vestry as Ministry Day. As part of Ministry Day, we will have a Ministry Fair
after both the 8:15 and 10:30 services. Parish ministries will be showcased so that you can learn about the many opportunities for service and fellowship at Resurrection.
More information to follow.
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The NEW Resurrection Episcopal Advertising Guide is available by following this link. If you would like to advertise your business or purchase a memorial or thanksgiving message, please contact Michelle Boyce at 706-348-7657 or mgboyce1@hotmail.com.
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The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection
1755 Duncan Bridge Rd.
Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
706-865-9680
PARISH STAFF
The Rt. Rev. Robert Wright, Bishop
The Rt. Rev. Keith Whitmore, Assisting Bishop
The Rev. Scott Kidd, Rector
Brandon Nonnemaker, Minister of Music
Cassie Abernathy, Parish Administrator
Sonya Chesser, Preschool Director
Paula Cundiff, Sexton
MEMBERS OF THE VESTRY
Paul Abele (2016) - Administration
Denise Dorsey, Junior Warden (2016) - Formation
Paul Kimball, Senior Warden (2016) - Administration
Michelle Boyce (2017) - Participation
Linda Perry (2017) - Compassion
Becky Schacht (2017) - Compassion
Joe Cash (2018) - Formation
Carolyn Clarke (2018) - Participation
Fonda Dodd (2018) - Participation
Larry Holbrook, Treasurer
Patsy Kiessling, Recording Secretary
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Patsy Kiessling
The Episcopal Church of the Resurrection
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