Volume 9, Issue #29 - July 25, 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.

Have you heard the news? Our search is over! Father Peter Doddema begins September 3.

The Preservation Trust was established in 1997 to provide for the perpetual care of Ascension's historic site and buildings. This week, the Preservation Trust provided $5,296.89 to pay the final bills for the repairs to the pipe organ and the installation of new light fixtures in the sanctuary. The Vestry thanks the Preservation Trust for its financial assistance with these two projects. Please contact Bob Bullock, Rose Gayle Hardy, William Legg or Milly Stewart for more information about the Trust.

This series of summer recitals will feature one of our own on Friday, August 16, at 7:00 p.m. It is a benefit performance for Simon House, so... y’all come! Ascension’s John Martin, organist, and Amy Britton, local violinist, will perform a concert of violin pieces by Bach, Bartok, Haesche, & Kreisler, as well as organ compositions of Bach, Karg-Elert and Vierne. For more information about the series  see https://frankfortgoodshepherd.org/chords-of-compassion

OOPS... A FAN MIX-UP! A tower fan that was loaned to the church for the June 30 Evensong has disappeared. If you picked up a loaned fan, are you sure you retrieved the right one? Please check the bottom of the fan to see if it is tagged with the name Judith Spencer (she borrowed it from a friend, so let's find it!). If you do have it, please return it to the church at your earliest convenience. Thank you!

SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL with Deacon Rebecca Sundays, June 1 - August 18 All school-age youth are invited; Gather in the parish hall at 9:15 a.m.

Laura Buffenmyer and Frances Kirchhoff will lead Vacation Bible School at the Stewart Home School , on the school premises. Helpers are needed to monitor and assist with various activities. These special students are regulars at Ascension’s Sunday morning services at 8:00 a.m. They are a joy and a blessing to all around them! Please contact Frances Kirchhoff ( francesck@ bellsouth.net or 502-227-0637) to offer your assistance.

Sunday Offerings: July 7: $6,485 July 14: $5,881 July 21: $2,499

THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW will meet next on August 3, 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 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

THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING will meet on Sunday, August 4 (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: July 28 - September 8 as of 7/24/19 * Click here to view schedule

July 28, 2019 Daily Office Lectionary Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Week of Proper 12, Year One – BCP 976  Click here for Proper 12 READINGS OR go to www.lectionarypage.net and choose by calendar date

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: All ages 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 Chalice Bearer, Lector & PoP: Julia Tyson Acolyte: Peggy Stoner 10:30 a.m. - Rite II    Chalice Bearer: Ron Gruzesky Lector: Jim King Acolytes:   C: Josh Roll T: Charlotte Saunderson & Sam Agne Jubilee Streamers as available Ushers: Jim & Debbie Kimbrough Altar Guild: T4 - Rick & Sue Kurtz, Jim & Debbie Kimbrough, Jim King Men's Club: T4 - Darci Verry, Tim Agne, Charlie Caudill COUNTERS:   TWO needed Scheduling contact is William Legg, ascensioncounters@gmail.com VESTRY LOCKUP DUTY: Tim Agne COFFEE HOUR:     Reimbursable pickup - Tim Agne 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. John’s Church, Versailles – The Rev. Dana Lockhart, Priest-in-Charge; The Rev. Deacon Emily Cardwell. Recently in need of prayers: Angela; Dan; the Duncan Family; Faye & Steve; Geoff & Heidi; John; Josh; June; Peter; Rebecca; Shawn; Vic. Continuing concern: Betty; Collin; Darlene; David; Dillard; Doris & Charlie; Harry; Holly; Isaiah; James; Janet; Jean; Jim & Debbie; Jinks; John; Julia; Lee; Lillian; Linda; Mac; Marilyn; Mary; Natalie; Polly; Scott & Kathy; and Sherri. We also pray for those on active duty in the military: Daniel, Houston, Mary Jo, Nick, Seth, and Tanner. Birthdays: 8/1 – Jillian Word, Luke Purvis. 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, hospitalized, or otherwise in need of prayer and/or visitation. We especially want to serve you during these times.  Also, if we don’t have your birthday or anniversary on file, or if it appears incorrectly, please let us know!  Call the office at 502-223-0557 (messages are checked Tuesday thru Friday), or email curate@ascensionfrankfort.org

10:30 AM RITE II - David Gierlach, Guest Pianist Prelude: J.S. Bach Opening Hymn: Hymnal 410 - Praise, my soul, the King of heaven - Lauda anima Gloria: Hymnal 421 Gradual Psalm: Psalm 52 - Quid gloriaris?  Gospel Acclamation Offertory: How can I keep from singing - Robert Wadsworth Lowry Sanctus: S 124   Fraction Anthem: S 161 Communion Meditation: In the garden - C. Austin Miles Closing Hymn: Hymnal 615 - “Thy kingdom come!” - St. Flavian Postlude: Scarlatti   Ritesong Online Music Library

Clergy and Staff The Rev. Dr. William G. Brown, Associate Rector Emeritus  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 2019 Vestry and Officers Email: info@ascensionfrankfort.org     Web: www.ascensionfrankfort.org Copyright © 2019 Church of the Ascension. All Rights Reserved.

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