Volume 9, Issue #10 - March 14, 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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As we are now into the first week in Lent, you will already note that things are not ordinary in the church. Among the several obvious changes are that the metal crosses are veiled, the hangings are violet, the Eucharistic vessels are earthenware, and the "alleluias" are suspended.
In addition to these seasonal shifts, our priests will celebrate at the high altar facing the east
(ad orientem)
, as was done throughout medieval times up through the latter part of the 20th Century. (The free-standing altar will stand fast and not be moved about.) Celebrating
ad orientem
emphasizes the transcendent mystery of God, with all facing eastward in anticipation of and preparation for the celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord.
As mentioned in last Sunday's sermon, one helpful discipline for this Lenten preparation comes from the venerable
Saint Augustine’s Prayer Book,
first published by the
Order of the Holy Cross
in the late 1940s. The
Examination of Conscience
is found i
nside this devotional treasure
; we have put it on our church web site at this link:
Examination of Conscience
. I invite you to make use of this wonderful resource.
This is only one example of Lenten discipline; if you have questions about these or any other disciplines, please don’t hesitate to contact me or one of the other clergy.
Jessee+
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The Ordination of Sue Kurtz
to the diaconate will be held at Ascension on Sunday, March 24, at 5:00 p.m. This diocese-wide event will be followed by a catered reception in the parish hall. YOU are invited to share in this very special experience with Sue.
Also, remember that we are receiving donations for Sue to help defray the related costs she will incur for special vestments, communion kit, etc. If you wish to participate in this traditional form of support for the newly ordained, please make your check payable to Church of the Ascension and in the Memo section write "Kurtz Ordination."
Thank you for your prayerful consideration as we prepare for this most joyful occasion.
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TRANSITION UPDATE
as of 2/28/19
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"Holy Cow!" Survey:
PLANNING OUR FUTURE TOGETHER
Ascension parishioners are invited to complete the
Church Assessment Tool (CAT)
from Holy Cow! Consulting; this survey is an on-line instrument that will help our leaders gauge the strength, vitality, and trends in our church. The information gained from this assessment will be valuable in helping the Vestry as we make decisions about the future of the Church of the Ascension.
Parishioners should have already received an email with a unique link to the Church Assessment Tool (CAT). If you need a paper copy, please come to the office; we will provide one for you along with a self-addressed stamped return envelope.
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED SURVEY BY MARCH 24.
All answers are strictly anonymous. We have no way of matching a
ny assessment to a particular person, so please feel free to candidly share your perceptions, opinions and experiences. Our future together is dependent on your participation and honest answers.
If you have questions, please contact:
- Vestry member Zachary A. Horn
OR
- Senior Warden Leah MacSwords
Many thanks,
The 2019 Ascension Vestry
Leah MacSwords, Senior Warden
Jim King, Junior Warden
Tim Agne, Laura Buffenmyer, Ginni Fox, Ron Gruzesky, Rose Gayle Hardy, Todd Elliott, Zachary A. Horn, David Hurt, Shannon Lancaster, and Pauline Van Horn
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FINANCIAL UPDATE – MARCH 2019
- 03/03/19: $3,942
- 03/10/19: $6,236
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FREE PIANOS!
Two pianos are available at no charge – you must transport from the church
(one is on the ground floor, one is upstairs).
First come, first served!
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June 17-21
Frankfort Reading Camp @ Ascension
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THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW
will meet next on March 16, 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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Schedules & Teams:
Updated: March 10 - June 30
as of 3/7/19
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March 17, 2019
Daily Office Lectionary
Second Sunday in Lent, Year One - BCP 952
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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
- Subdeacon: Sue Kurtz
- Chalice Bearer: Chris Smith
- Lector: Tony Charters
- Prayers of the People: Candy Charters
- Acolyte: Peggy Stoner
10:30 a.m. - Rite II
- Subdeacon: Sue Kurtz
- Chalice Bearer: Zachary Horn
- Lector: Sue Kurtz
- Acolytes:
- C: Pauline Van Horn
- T: Lucy Saunderson & Peyton Heady
- NO Jubilee Streamers during Lent.
- Ushers: Scott & Kathy Kimbel
- Altar Guild: T3 - Michal Smith-Mello, Scott & Kathy Kimbel
- Men's Club: T5 - Rick Kurtz & Sons
COUNTERS:
TWO needed
VESTRY LOCKUP DUTY:
Shannon Lancaster
COFFEE HOUR:
Reimbursable pickup - Shannon Lancaster
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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:
Grace Church, Florence.
Recently in need of prayers:
Barbara; Donnie; the Duncan Family; Faye & Steve; Geoff; Lillian; Philip; Polly; Rebecca; Robert; Theresa; Vic; and Vivian.
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; and for Sue Kurtz,
Ordinand, Sacred Order of Deacons.
Birthdays:
3/18 – Dylan Kinnett, Melissa Hoover; 3/19 – Iris Skidmore, Maureen Davis; 3/20 – Shelley Davis; 3/22 – Roy Stivers.
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10:30:
- Prelude: Durch Adams Fall ist ganz verderbt (All mankind in Adam’s fall) - Johann Pachelbel
- Gradual Psalm: Psalm 27 Dominus illuminatio
- Gospel Acclamation
- Offertory: Herr Jesu Christ dich su uns wend (Lord, Jesus Christ, be present now) - Andreas Arnsdorf
- Sanctus: S 124
- The Great Amen
- Fraction Anthem: S 161
- Communion Hymn: Hymn 337 - And now, O Father, mindful of the love - Unde et memores
- Closing Hymn: Hymnal 495 - Hail, thou once despised Jesus! - In Babilone
- There will be no Postlude during Lent.
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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
- 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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