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Children's Wish List
 Giving Instructions:
The deadline for the Children's Wish List gifts is this Sunday, December 11. Each present should be wrapped with the original gift tag on it (to help identify which one it is.) If you have any questions, contact Maurice Holmes at 401-433-3192 or MHolmesjr@aol,com
Becoming a People and following a God of---Creativity, Compassion & Connection.
Sermons Online  View the sermons preached each week at Epiphany, online www.youtube.com/epiphanyep/
This link is also located on the left side of this e-News labeled "Sermons", along with other links you may find useful.
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Advent III
Like Mary, sing a song to the Lord.
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| This Sunday |
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The Third Sunday of Advent
December 11, 2016
8 & 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Sermon: The Reverend Jennifer Zogg
Scripture readings:
Isaiah 35:1-10
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11
Canticle 15
Read these lessons Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Altar Server-John Eastwood
Lector-Sally Erskine
Ushers-Carl Mayse & Judy Phillips
Greeters-Nancy Leggat & Carol Robitaillie
Healing Prayer Team-Janice Johnson
Coffee Hour-The Halkyard & Pilato Families
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Altar Servers-Michelle Callahan, Liam Dee & Caroline Haggerty
Lector-Susan Kelley
Ushers-The Pilato Family
Greeters-Patrick & Sydney Trudeau
Healing Prayer Team-Michelle Callahan & Shirley Baker
Communion Bread (both services)-Beverly Fairhurst
Coffee Hour-The Dench & Trudeau Families
Altar Guild- Cal Loven & Shirley Baker
Counters-Kevin Kelley & Edie Menard
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| A Noteworthy Christmas Concert |
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Noteworthy, is pleased to announce their return to Epiphany for the 4th year with their Christmas Concert to be held this Sunday, December 11 at 4 p.m. While the concert is free of charge, we ask that you bring a canned item to benefit the Bread of Life Food Pantry or a free will offering is always appreciated. For more information contact Phil Campbell: 508-761-4314 or [email protected]. |
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| Epiphany Pageant |
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The children of Epiphany will present How do you find Bethlehem? on Friday, January 6 for our pageant. Rehearsals will be during church school this Sunday, Dec. 11 & Sunday, Dec.18, then a dress rehearsal on Jan. 2, from 5-6:30 p.m. along with pizza!
~Children of all ages are welcome.~
Please let us know if your children would like to participate- Contact Lynne Breton: [email protected] or 508-216-3623. |
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| Christmas Choir |
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COME ONE, COME ALL FOR THE CHRISTMAS CHOIR! We will sing two beautiful pieces for the Christmas Eve Services. Don't fret if your note reading is rusty: Mary Therese will make sure you make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Rehearsals are: Sunday, Dec. 18 at 11:45 a.m. after church, and Thursday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. Speak to Mary Therese or Phil Campbell, or just come and sing! (It is fine if you can only make one rehearsal, or only one service on Christmas Eve. We want you to join in!) VENITE, VENITE! |
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| Blue Christmas Worship |
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Monday, December 19, 7 p.m.: The Christmas season can often seem like a challenging time when rejoicing is a difficult if you or someone you know has experienced the loss of a loved one or is facing an illness or just feels the weight of many stresses. This service is offered as a place of quiet rest, remembrance, hope, candlelight, simple music of the season, Holy Communion and healing prayer. Please invite anyone who might benefit from the rest and peace offered here. |
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| Children's Hats, Mittens and Undergarments collection |
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Beginning this Sunday through the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6) we are collecting these items which will be donated to East Bay CAP, who will distribute them to needy families in the East Bay area. Please contact Maurice Holmes ([email protected]) or Charlene Underhill ([email protected]) if you have questions. |
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| Save the Dates: |
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- Children's Wish List deadline - Sunday, December 11
- Blue Christmas Worship, Monday, 12/19, 7 p.m.
- Christmas Eve Holy Eucharist, Saturday, 12/24, 5 & 10 p.m.
- Christmas Day Holy Eucharist, Sunday, 12/25, 10 a.m.
- The First Sunday after Christmas Day: Lessons & Carols w/Holy Eucharist, Sunday, 1/1/17, 8 & 10:30 a.m.
- Feast of the Epiphany: Children's Eucharist and Epiphany Pageant, Friday, 1/6/17, 6:30 p.m., (5:30 p.m. Pizza Supper)
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| Christmas Memorials and Thanksgivings |
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The flowers and greens that add to the beauty of our Christmas worship are provided by the Altar Guild with donations from members and friends. If you would like someone remembered with flowers on our memorial and thanksgiving list, please use the form found on the table in the entrance of the church or hand write your information and return with your check to the church office by December 19. Please make checks payable to: Church of the Epiphany. You may also pay online by visiting our website: www.epiphanyep.org. Christmas plants and greens generally cost $20 or more. |
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| Amazon Smile~for Holiday Shopping |
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Use Amazon Smile when shopping for your holiday gifts this season and Amazon donates .5% of any purchase to the church. Link us to your existing account for an easy and fast way to support Epiphany. Follow this link in our Enews or website to set it up. |
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| Next Sunday |
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The Fourth Sunday of Advent
December 18, 2016
8 & 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Sermon: The Reverend Jennifer Zogg
Scripture readings:
Isaiah 7:10-16
Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18
Romans 1:1-7
Matthew 1:18-25
Read these lessons Liturgical Ministers for next Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Altar Server-John Turner
Lector-Fran Motroni
Ushers-Bill & Kristin Chase
Greeter-Judy Phillips
Healing Prayer Team-Susan Mason
Coffee Hour-Judy Phillips & Sally Erskine
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Altar Servers-Suellen Franze, Nastara Allen & Gabby Virtue
Lector-Susan Murphy
Ushers-George & Carol Nunes
Greeters-The Haggerty Family
Healing Prayer Team-Virginia Rocha
Communion Bread (both services)-Christopher Utter
Coffee Hour-Judy Lockard
Altar Guild- Mel Inman & Marie Burden
Counters-Kevin Kelley & Toppy Carlson
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