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." 
THIS WEEK AT ECA
Worship Services: COVID-19 Diocesan and ECA protocols are in place. Click here to see Diocesan Guidelines and Here to see ECA guidelines.

Friday, January 28
7:00pm Dominoes

Saturday January 29
9:00am Gamblers Anonymous Meeting
10:00am Dioceses of Atlanta Global Mission Conference (See below for info)

Sunday, January 30
*8:30am Holy Eucharist Rite II (also online)
9:40am Christian Formation
*10:30am Holy Eucharist Rite II 
* Nursery is being provided

LOOKING AHEAD

February 8
7:30pm Caregivers Support Group

February 12
11:30am Journeys Group


Fr. Paul is available during these uncertain times for prayer, guidance and support. Please call 770-490-7234 or email rector@ecamarietta.org with any concerns, needs, or questions.


January 30, 2022

The Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany

Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen

VOLUNTEER SERVER SCHEDULE
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WE NEED YOU!

*We are working on March schedules now. Please email the office with your availability.
Dominoes Game Night & Adult Fellowship TOMORROW: Friday, January 28 at 7pm Join us for adult fellowship time playing Mexican Train Dominoes! Bring a simple snack and your favorite beverage. Dominoes typically meets the last Friday of each month. Newcomers are always welcome!
Adult Christian Formation will Resume This Week: January 30th Christian formation class is usually held on Sundays at 9:40 am either in person, or via Zoom. Please contact Ron Allen at ronallenga@yahoo.com or contact Fr. Paul for Zoom meeting information. Use this link to join via zoom Adult Christian ED Meeting ID: 727 5393 3010 Passcode: 064556 Current topics have been about how to adjust to the current climate as a faithful Christian in a divided community. 
Bishop Wright to Visit to ECA on Sun. Feb 13th with a forum & 10:30AM worship 
Bishop Wright is scheduled to come to ECA on Sun Feb 13th for a visit.  This will be an opportunity for those seeking to be Confirmed, Received, & Affirmed by the bishop and we will also be celebrating a baptism. We will have a reception following the service so stay tuned for more details, food sign up and needs.
St. Martha’s Guild Food Sign up sheet for Bishop’s Visit in Narthex
The bishop is coming, the bishop is coming! There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex for food items or you can contact Debbie Hreha or Robbye Miller to coordinate menu items. The bishop hasn’t been to ECA in over 2 years so it is time to celebrate great fashion for those being baptized, confirmed, and reaffirmed. 
Altar Flower Dedications Available
Sign up for Altar Flowers and help support this ministry! The sign up sheet is located in the Narthex. Be sure to fill out a form to have your dedication printed in the bulletin. Suggested donation is $30 (just a suggestion). All of February is currently available. Thank you!
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Sunday Worship Volunteers Needed: Lectors, Greeters & Ushers Sunday worship happens each week because of numerous volunteers who participate in many areas of the worship service. Currently, we need Lectors, Greeters & Ushers. Please consider volunteering for one of these ministries. Our volunteer list has decreased recently, and your service is appreciated. Please contact Fr. Paul for more information. Thank you for serving!
2021 End of Year Financial Statements Available
End of year financial statements for tax purposes will be available this Sunday in the Narthex. You may also request to have you statement emailed. Please contact the office with any questions. Thank you!
Dioceses of Atlanta Invites You: Global Mission Conference Jan 29th at 10:00am. Keynote speaker Dr Carlos del Rios. 

All Health is Global event page: https://episcopalatlanta.org/event/all-health-is-global/ 
When we are aware of the issues, we understand where the church can serve. We have been keenly aware of how connected we are with our brothers and sisters around the world, as we have all faced the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. This conference will explore opportunities for us to serve within our diocese and beyond. Headlining this important event will be Dr. Carlos del Rio, of Emory University, Sean McConnell, of Episcopal Relief and Development, and Dr. Susan Smith, of Georgia Mountain Health Systems and former missionary to Tanzania. This is an online event. 
Schedule:
9:30 AM       Conference attendees’ logon/ Intro Bishop Wright by Harry Groce
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM  Welcome: Bishop Wright / Intro Keynote speaker by Harry Groce
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Keynote: Dr. Carlos del Rio of Emory University
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM Break / Intro Dr. Susan Smith by Harry Groce
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM  Dr. Susan Smith of Georgia Mountain Health Systems and former missionary to Tanzania /                                                Intro: Sean McConnell by Harry Groce
12:30 AM – 1:15 PM   Sean McConnell, of Episcopal Relief and Development
1:15 PM -1:00 PM Q & A
Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available
(YTD) Through Dec. 2021          Actual               Budget                 +/-     
Revenues                                     $245,481               $243,374            ($2,107) 
Expenses                                      $217,876              $242,413            ($24,537)
Net Year to date                            $27,605                    ($961)              $26,664    
The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation | www.ecamarietta.org

1673 Jamerson Road Marietta, Georgia 30066
770-928-7916

SUNDAY SERVICES
8:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II
10:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II