Volume 9, Issue #15 - April 11, 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.
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From Palm Sunday throughout Holy Week, there is a service at Ascension every day, as traditionally associated with the last days of Christ. Come worship with us as we re-enact events, walk with Jesus, and explore once again the heart of our Christian faith.
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This Sunday, April 14, is
Palm Sunday - the Sunday of the Passion
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It begins on a triumphant note as we bless palms and remember the cheering crowds who welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem. But quickly we are reminded, in the reading of the Passion Gospel, that this same crowd turned against Jesus by the week’s end.
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VIGIL OF THE ALTAR OF REPOSE
Maundy Thursday, April 18:
Mark your calendars now and plan ahead to take a turn at sitting for this all-night holy vigil – in teams of two or more, please, for safety. A sign-up sheet for sitting the vigil is now posted in the hallway on the office door; please make your commitment as soon as possible.
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EASTER LILY ORDERS:
You are invited to sponsor a potted Easter lily to honor someone special in your life. The lilies will be used to decorate the church on Easter Sunday, and dedications will be listed in the Easter bulletin and eWeekly. (Y
ou may claim your lily to take home later if you wish.)
Order/dedication forms are
available here to print
, and may be found on tables in the church and hallway. Please return forms to the office no later than
Wednesday, April 17.
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Sunday, April 28
FAREWELL TO MOTHER NANCY FARLEY
Please join us for a reception in her honor, following the 10:30 service.
In lieu of any parting gifts, Mother Nancy requests donations be made to the Cathedral Domain. You may contribute by check to Ascension with a designation for the Cathedral Domain, or online at the following link:
Cathedral Domain Episcopal Camp & Retreat Center
Saturday, May 11
2:00 – 10:00 PM
Monday-Friday, June 17-21
Sunday, June 30
FAREWELL TO FATHER JESSEE NEAT
Evensong: 5:00 PM
Reception immediately following.
(More information to come.)
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THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW
will meet next on April 13, 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.
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CENTERING PRAYER
group meets 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
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As of 3/31/19: Expenses NOT included
in total shown include: $10,000 LOC loan payoff in January, $5,000 pass-thru to ECF in January, $200 pass-thru to Simon House in January, $6,000 Fair Share payments in February, $4,000 Fair Share payments in March, $1,000 pass-thru to ERD in March.
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Schedules & Teams:
Updated: April 14 - June 30
as of 4/11/19
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April 14, 2019
Daily Office Lectionary
Holy Week, Year One - BCP 956
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SUNDAY 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 are ongoing for age 2 through fourth grade. 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.
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8:00 a.m. - Rite I
- Chalice Bearer & Prayers of the People: Frances Kirchhoff
- Lector: Mike Oder
- Acolyte: Stuart Brown
10:30 a.m. - Rite II
- Chalice Bearer: Bob Bullock
- Lector: Ron Gruzesky
- Acolytes:
- C: Natalie Agne
- T: Julia Tyson & Charlotte Saunderson
- Jubilee Streamers as available
- Ushers: Jim & Debbie Kimbrough
- Altar Guild: T1 - Suzanne Cox
- Men's Club: T4 - Darci Verry, Tim Agne, Charlie Caudill
COUNTERS:
TWO needed
VESTRY LOCKUP DUTY:
Pauline Van Horn
COFFEE HOUR:
Reimbursable pickup - Pauline Van Horn
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- 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!
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Intercessions for the Church
: Church of the Good Shepherd, Lexington – The Rev. Hendree Harrison,
Rector;
The Rev. Andrew Hege,
Assistant to the Rector.
Recently in need of prayers:
Angela; Barbara; Crystal; David; Donnie; the Duncan Family; Faye & Steve; Geoff; Josh; June; Lauren; Lillian; Nicole; Philip; Polly; Rebecca; Theresa; Vic.
Continuing concern:
Anna; Betty; Bob; Carolina; Collin; Darlene; David; Dillard; Doris & Charlie; Harry; Holly; Isaiah; James; Janet; Jean; Jim & Debbie; Jim & Fonda; 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.
Birthdays:
4/15 – Frances Kirchhoff, Molly Davis, Tim Agne; 4/20 – Geoff Pinkerton.
NOTICE:
Part of the strength of this congregation is our care and concern for each other. Please help us to do this by letting the church office know when you are ill or hospitalized. We especially want to serve you during these times. Call 502-223-0557 – messages are checked Tuesday thru Friday.
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10:30:
- Processional Hymn: Hymn 154 - All glory, laud and honor - Valet will ich dir geben
- Gradual Psalm: Psalm 31:9-16 - In te, Domine, speravi
- Offertory: Humbly, I adore thee - Maurice Emmanuel
- Sanctus: S 124
- Fraction Anthem: S 161
- Communion Hymn: Hymn 158 - Ah, holy Jesus, how hast thou offended - Herzliebster Jesu
- Closing Hymn: Hymn 435 - At the name of Jesus - King’s Weston
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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
- The Rev. Deacon Susan E. Kurtz, Deacon
- Mr. John B. Martin, Director of Music & Organist
- Ms. Mona Landrum Proctor, Parish & Financial Administrator
- Mr. David Gierlach, Sexton
Copyright © 2019 Church of the Ascension. All Rights Reserved.
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