Volume 9, Issue #3 - January 17, 2019  In the name of Christ, we embrace all people to be nourished and empowered by the Holy Spirit to love and serve the world.

Sunday, January 20, 2019 after the 10:30 service, in the parish hall Your attendance is encouraged and needed as we review the year just past, and make important decisions for the year to come. Please plan to attend! ***Because of the "iffy" weather forecast*** watch our Facebook Group page and your email for any weather-related announcements. As long as worship services are not cancelled, the Annual Meeting will be held as scheduled.

Please contact Leah MacSwords to coordinate luncheon plans; food items should be brought into the kitchen before the 10:30 service.  Child Care: Young people of all ages are invited to hang out in the Library for organized activities during the business meeting. Voting: In accordance with the 2018 Parish Bylaws and the 2015 Constitutions and Canons of the Diocese of Lexington: Qualified voters at a Parish meeting shall be (a) all those who are confirmed communicants in good standing of the age of sixteen years or older, and (b) any other baptized persons of such age who are regular worshipers in the Parish and who for six months immediately preceding the meeting have been regular contributors to the support of the Parish. (Canon 17.04) Election of Vestry Candidates: Four individuals were presented to and accepted by the vestry as the candidate slate: Tim Agne, Todd Elliott, Zachary Horn, and David Hurt. CLICK HERE to read more about each candidate.

Election of Ascension deputies and alternate(s) to the 2019 Diocesan Convention: Three lay deputies and alternate(s) will be elected; the Senior Warden for the calendar year is automatically the fourth lay deputy. Our deputy slate for this year is: Laura Buffenmyer, Pauline Van Horn, and Shannon Lancaster, with Jim Kimbrough and Jim King as Alternates (qualifications are the same as for vestry candidates.) Early Voting for 8am Attendees: For those eligible voters who attend the 8am service on January 20 and are unable to return for the Annual Meeting, early balloting will be allowed at the conclusion of the 8am service. Balloting will be conducted in the parish office.

JILL'S JAMBOREE In its 25th year, Jill’s January Jamboree is set for 5-7 p.m. on Monday, January 21, at Ascension. The meal includes a gourmet spaghetti dinner, salad, garlic bread, drink and dessert for a suggested donation of $15; children eat free. Vegetarian options will be available. All proceeds benefit The Sunshine Center , a local non-profit which deals with family-abuse prevention. Reservations for the dinner can be made by calling 502-875-3495. Although walk-ins and carry out options are welcomed, it is best to make a reservation so organizers can make adequate preparations. Click here to read more about the event.

By January 31, 2019, you will receive an itemized statement listing all of your 2018 giving – including “donations in kind” - that you may use for tax purposes. If you have any questions about donations or pledges, please contact Mona Proctor in the parish office: call 502-223-0557 or email info@ascensionfrankfort.org .

FINANCIAL UPDATE – JANUARY 2019 01/06/19 - $5,129 01/13/19 - $5,988

THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW will meet next on January 19, 2019, (every other Saturday) in the parish library at 10:00 a.m. This group endeavors to bring men and youth to Christ through the three-fold disciplines of Prayer, Study and Service. Contact William Legg ( williamlesterlegg@msn.com ) for details.

CENTERING PRAYER , every Saturday morning, 10:00 - 10:30. All are invited and welcome to come and explore this ancient technique, meeting in the main church. For more information, contact Scott Kimbel, kskimbel@yahoo.com for more information.

THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING will meet on Sunday, February 3 (FIRST Sunday of each month), in the parish library after the 10:30 service. Contact Judith Spencer for details ( jspencer254@yahoo.com ) .

Check out public service and activity schedules on the online church calendar at www.ascensionfrankfort.org/calendar Find the Diocese of Lexington online at www.diolex.org

Schedules & Teams: UPDATED! January 13 - April 28 as of 1/17/19 click here to view in browser

January 20, 2019 Daily Office Lectionary Week of 2 Epiphany, Year One - BCP 944 Click here for Epiphany READINGS OR go to www.lectionarypage.net and choose by calendar date

 S UNDAY MORNINGS: BREAKFAST begins at 8:50 a.m. - free of charge to those in need; others may pay a small amount as able. ADULTS gather at 9:15 a.m. in the library for "The Preacher's Forum."  CHILDREN & YOUTH: Christian Formation/Sunday School: Godly Play classes for age 2 through fourth grade will resume on September 9. Please gather in the parish hall to go upstairs together as a group. Latecomers must be escorted by a parent to the upstairs classroom.. Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged to attend all church services; a nursery is available for younger children starting at 9:15 a.m.

8:00 a.m. - Rite I Subdeacon: Sue Kurtz Chalice Bearer & Lector: Pauline Van Horn Prayers of the People: Julia Tyson Acolyte: Stuart Brown 10:30 a.m. - Rite II    Subdeacon: Sue Kurtz Chalice Bearer: Suzanne Cox Lector: Mac Elliott Acolytes:   C: Heidi Hiemstra T: Tori Word & Natalie Agne Ushers: Kristi & Laura Buffenmyer Altar Guild: T2 - Michal Smith-Mello, Scott & Kathy Kimbel Men's Club: T2: Jim Kimbrough, Jim King, Starla Yount COUNTERS:   TWO needed Scheduling contact is William Legg, ascensioncounters@gmail.com VESTRY LOCKUP DUTY: Laura Buffenmyer COFFEE HOUR:     POTLUCK LUNCHEON and Annual Meeting

Jan Stevens is our Hospitality Coordinator - contact her by email at jstevens5@aol.com to discuss Coffee Hour questions, needs and procedures. If you can bring treats but need a helper, or vice versa, Jan can help you team up!

Intercessions for the Church: St. James Church, Prestonsburg – The Rev. Sister Judy Yunker, Priest-in-Partnership. Recently in need of prayers: Angela; Barbara; Donnie; the Duncan Family; Faye & Steve; Geoff; Jim & Fonda; Lillian; Philip; Polly; Rebecca; Theresa; Vic; and Vivian. Continuing concern: Anna; Betty; Bob; Carolina; Collin; Darlene; David; Dillard; Doris & Charlie; Harry; Holly; Isaiah; James; Janet; Jean; Jim & Debbie; Jinks; John; Julia; Lee; Linda; Mac; Marilyn; Mary; Mildred; Natalie; Penny; Rose; Scott & Kathy; Sherri; and Willie. We also pray for those on active duty in the military: Daniel, Houston, Nick, Seth, and Tanner; and for Susan Kurtz, Candidate for Holy Orders. Birthdays: 1/20 – Don Peck, Kerry Lamb; 1/23 – Candy Charters, Chris Smith, Jenny Neat; 1/26 – Betty Lewis. Anniversaries: 1/23 – Scott & Michal Mello; 1/24 – Kristi & Laura Buffenmyer.

10:30: Prelude: Bye and bye - William Farley Smith Opening Hymn - Hymn 126 - The people who in darkness walked Gloria: S 280 - Glory to God in the highest Gradual Psalm: LEVAS 277, Psalm 36:5-10 - Dixit injustus Gospel Acclamation: S 155   Offertory Hymn: (Dr. Caroline Gibson, soprano) Sanctus: S 129 - Holy, holy, holy    The Great Amen Fraction Anthem: S 154 Communion Hymn: Hymn 488 - Be thou my vision - Slane Closing Hymn: LEVAS 138 - Lord, I want to be a Christian Postlude: Lift every voice and sing  Ritesong Online Music Library

Clergy and Staff The Rev. William Jessee Neat, Rector The Rev. Dr. William G. Brown, Assisting Priest (Retired)  The Rev. Nancy S. Farley, Assisting Priest (Retired)  The Rev. Deacon Rebecca A. Saager, Curate Mr. John B. Martin, Director of Music & Organist Ms. Mona Landrum Proctor, Parish & Financial Administrator  Mr. David Gierlach, Sexton Click here to see 2018 Vestry and Officers Email: info@ascensionfrankfort.org     Web: www.ascensionfrankfort.org Copyright © 2018 Church of the Ascension. All Rights Reserved.

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