ECA WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
"Our Mission is to bear witness to God's love and invite, encourage, and prepare God's people to share that grace with others."
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Important Note: Quarterly pledge statements are available.
Please pick yours up in the Narthex. Thank you!
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Shining our Light: Stewardship Season is Here!
Stewardship is about being grateful, responsible stewards of the gifts we receive from God.
What a blessing and honor to be stewards of what He has given to us! During the month of October, we focus and reflect on what this means. You are invited to begin this season with prayer and gratitude. Stay tuned for more stewardship letters, testimonies and devotionals. (Click on the title below to read)
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You are invited to play Dominoes! THIS Friday 10/25, 7:00 – 10:30pm
Adult fellowship playing Mexican Train Dominoes: Bring a simple snack to share and your favorite beverage. Newcomers are always welcome! Dominoes Group meets Monthly on the fourth Friday of every month in the Activities Building.
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Men's Group to Host Fish Fry and Fire Pit Fellowship THIS Saturday 10/26 at 3pm: Come one, Come all!
Come one, come all, to ECA’s first ever Men’s group hosted Fish Fry on Oct. 26 from 3:00pm-6:00pm.
Invite your family, friends, neighbors, and pets! Following the fish fry, we will have a cool night around the fire pit and enjoy fellowship and refreshments. The Fish fry will be under the large tent featuring fish, the famous Mike “Wrinkle” fries, onion rings, hush puppies and cole slaw. There is no cost for the event (donations or tips are always accepted). We will have a bounce house for children, fun games, music, and lots of great fellowship & food. For more information contact Tom Floyd.
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Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta Parish Photography Project at ECA THIS Sunday
The Episcopal diocese of Atlanta will be on campus taking photos of ECA on Sunday, October 27th during the 10:30am Service. All are encouraged to attend and show our ECA spirit! Let's fill the sanctuary! These photos will be used to advertise ECA and reflect our worship. If you do not want to be included, please print and return the
OPT-OUT form provided here.
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ECW Meeting 10/27 after the 10:30am Service in Activities Building
All women are invited to the ECW (Women's Ministry) meeting after the 10:30am service on October 27th in the Fireplace Room at the Activities Building.
* Mark your Calendar
: ECW outing on November 16th to Oakland Cemetery at 1:30 (meet at church) followed by dinner at 6 Feet Under.
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Southern Comforters Meeting 10/27 after the 10:30am Service in Activities Building
All are welcome to fellowship with those who knit, crochet or make no-sew fleece blankets to support The Linus Project. This ministry typically meets the third Sunday of each month in the Activities Building (note the change of schedule this month). Meeting in the Ruby Room of the Activities Building.
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FINAL WEEK CHALLENGE: Reach Ministry October Food Drive Challenge in Honor of Cathy Norris.
ECA is once again partnering with Ameris Bank for a Fall Food Drive to honor the memory of Cathy Norris. Food items collected will benefit Never Alone & Papa’s Pantry. Additionally, Ameris Bank will donate funds for every non-perishable food item collected! These funds will go to the Reach Ministry at ECA, a ministry Cathy loved.
The
Challenge:
- Step 1: Enroll in Kroger Community Rewards (click here) Be sure to enroll ECA as your organization #80211
- Step 2: SHOP! Fill your bag with at least 10 items.
- Step 3: Return your filled bag to ECA before this Sunday 10/27
- Step 4: Enter to WIN! Complete the pink sheet raffle ticket for a chance to win one of 4 $25 gift cards. Be sure to affix the pink page to your bag.
- Step 5: Give God Thanks and Praise for HIS many gifts!
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Cultured Pearls Book Club Wednesday 10/30 at 7:30pm
Please join us for this month’s Cultured Pearls Book Club to discuss "The Sixth Extinction" by Elizabeth Kolbert. This club meets monthly on the last Wednesday of each month.
Note: We will meet November 18th for next month’s meeting due to the holiday.
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ECA Tail Gate and Concert Outing on Saturday 11/2
11:00am-7:30pm
Everyone is invited to Taste & Brews Country Fest on Sat. Nov. 2
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from 11:00am-7:30pm for a tailgate party and live music. We will be meeting at Schoen Energy, 505 Brown Industrial Pkwy. Canton, GA 30114 for the tailgate party and then we'll head over to the Taste and Brews Fest to listen to one of our own, Chris “Hammie” Norman, who plays in the band, “Southside of the tracks,” which is a mix of southern rock and country music genre. For more information contact Horace Higgins. Invite a friend!
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Consecration Sunday & All Saints November 3, 2019
Make plans to attend Sunday, November 3 as we celebrate All Saints Sunday and Consecration Sunday at both services. This is a day of reflection to honor our loved ones (please email names to
ecanews@bellsouth.net
) and meditate on our blessings from the Lord. Consecration Sunday marks the fulfillment of Stewardship 2020. During the offertory time on 11/3, all who feel inclined will be given an opportunity to place their pledge card in the collection box on the Altar. All pledges will then be blessed and we will give thanks for our many blessings. This simple act and blessing of our pledges symbolizes our intentional offering to God, recognizing that all we have been given is God's gift to us. Thank you for supporting our ministry and mission at ECA and allowing ECA members to transform your generosity in our parish and out in the community. Note: Pledges may be made anytime by filling out a pledge card Sunday,
download one here
, or email the office confidentially at
ecanews@bellsouth.net
. Let us give thanks to the Lord for all that He has given!
Link to Stewardship 2020 here.
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Reach Poinsettia Fundraiser
Reach is hosting a Poinsettia Fundraiser this year! The holidays will be here before you know it. Please consider ordering your poinsettias for the season from us and support this important ministry. Click on the link below to download an order form. All orders must be prepaid. Forms and payment are due to the church office no later than November 10th. Thank you for your support!
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NEW PARISH DIRECTORIES ARE HERE!
ECA has newly updated photo directories available (one free per household). Please see Brenda or Wanda on Sunday to get yours! Additionally, you may stop by the office Tuesday - Thursday 10-3 to pick one up from Pamala.
UPDATED INFORMATION REQUESTED
ECA considers it an honor to acknowledge service to our armed forces. If you or a family member are currently serving in our armed forces, please email
ecanews@bellsouth.net
to update. You may also update birthday and anniversary dates as well. Thank you!
REACH COLLECTING NON-PERISHABLES FOR PANTRIES
Read more about REACH and collect food for these local food pantries in our communities. Read more about it
HERE
NEW ECA NAME TAGS AVAILABLE FOR ORDERING
A great way to learn everyone's names is by wearing a name tag. You can order a name tag by emailing Michele Floyd, click
HERE
PHOTOS OF THE BISHOP AND ECA WORSHIP SERVICES
Photos of Bishop Wright worshiping with us and the Bishop's forum can be seen
HERE
or on our website
HERE
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1673 Jamerson Road Marietta, Georgia 30066
770-928-7916
SUNDAY SERVICES
8:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II
10:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II
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