Volume 12, Issue #10
March 10, 2022

In the name of Christ, we embrace all people to be nourished and empowered by the Holy Spirit to love and serve the world.
HELP UKRAINIAN REFUGEES
“For I was hungry and you gave me food,
I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink…”
Matthew 25:35
Over two million refugees have fled Ukraine in recent days. Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) is partnering with Anglican agencies and other ecumenical partners to provide humanitarian aid in response to this crisis. Please help us to supply needed items for displaced families and individuals who are fleeing the war to other parts of Europe. 

As we pray for an end to violence and for those fleeing Ukraine, we also pray for ERD and other ecumenical agencies working to respond to the current crisis. Specific needs will change as the crisis evolves. As of right now, there is a need for food, water and shelter.

Please consider partnering with ERD in this response by donating to the International Disaster Response Fund. Your support will help meet critical needs for people fleeing the violence including food, cash, blankets and hygiene supplies. Help today | Read more about the response
FROM PETER'S PEN

This week I simply want to spotlight the work of Episcopal Relief and Development in the Ukraine. This is the Episcopal Church's version of the Red Cross. When there is a humanitarian need, ERD shows up early, works hard, and stays in an area long-term to see that Christ's mandate from Matthew 25:35 (I was hungry and you fed me; I was naked and you clothed me...) is met. 

If you are interested, you can research ERD on Charity Navigator (charity navigator.org), which evaluates and rates charities based on their transparency, financial organization, and the percentage of their funds that actually help people in need. ERD receives 4 stars, Charity Navigator's highest rating.

If you want to help the Ukrainian people, this is a safe, effective way to help them get food, medicine, and more. I am donating to ERD myself, and I encourage you to do so as well.

Blessings,
Peter +

Father Peter Doddema
Cell: 502-661-2742

P.S. Here is a video I made in 2020 titled, "What Is Lent?" View and share!
LENTEN MEDITATIONS
Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) works with Anglican and Ecumenical partners to create sustainable, transformational change in close to 3 million lives around the world each year. The 2022 Lenten Meditations will focus on that transformation. These reflections are organized into ERD’s priorities: Women, Children and Climate, and include a focus on Disaster Resilience & Response work. We invite you to read them throughout Lent and share with those close to you.

As a part of ERD's goal to become a carbon-neutral organization, Lenten Meditations are now delivered only via email and as downloadable PDFs.

We hope that the 2022 Lenten Meditations will give you a glimpse into our meaningful work happening across the globe. May we continue to work together for lasting change in the lives of those most vulnerable.
LETTERS OF ST. PAUL BIBLE STUDY
Sundays at 11:00 AM
This group meets on Sundays following the worship service, in-person and via Zoom (see link below). For Sunday, March 13, please read Romans, Chapter 13.
LENTEN BOOK STUDY
Wednesdays at 5:30 PM
March 9 - April 6
Father Peter Doddema is leading this study of The Desert: An Anthology for Lent, via Zoom (see link below). For our next meeting on March 16, please read through page 59.
ENQUIRER'S CLASS
Saturday, March 19, 2022, 01:00 PM
This class meets twice monthly, both in-person and via Zoom (see link below). For our next class, we will continue sharing stories of our spiritual journeys. As time permits, we will begin studying the Book of Common Prayer, exploring what is inside it, how it got there, and how it can apply to us today.    
BOOK STUDY:
COMPARATIVE CHRISTIANITY
This class in on break through Lent and Holy Week. The Synopsis and Class Notes are posted HERE on Ascension's web site in PDF format for you to view or download.

Meeting ID: 886 223 0557
Passcode: catfish

Same for all meetings unless otherwise announced.

SAVE THE DATE!

June 20-24, 2022
Come worship with us!
Second Sunday in Lent
Sunday, March 13
9:30 a.m.
with HOLY EUCHARIST, Rite I

OPEN for live, in-person worship inside the church. Also, Morning Prayer with Ascension clergy online is on Facebook at 9:30 a.m.
Check our Online Calendar

Contact the church office for calendar reservations and details
(phone 502-223-0557 or email info@ascensionfrankfort.org).

MINISTRY TEAMS will rotate in order, weekly, as shown above. Individual and late changes may not be reflected in bulletins due to composing and printing deadlines.

To notify of absence and request a substitute for the upcoming Sunday, please contact the Verger, Leah MacSwords, 502-545-0437 or lcmacs@aol.com (substitutes may include Suzanne Cox, Bryan Hendricks, Shannon Lancaster, Julia Tyson, Pauline Van Horn, Candy Charters, Jason Harrod).
Your participation is important!
To inquire about serving as a lector, crucifer, chalice bearer, or usher, please contact Deacon Rebecca Saager
(email curate@ascensionfrankfort.org or call 502-316-8899).
Find the Diocese of Lexington online at
This web site has an abundance of information and resources -
check it out!
THE DAUGHTERS OF THE KING normally meet on the FIRST Sunday of each month after the last service, and after Bible study. Contact Judith Spencer for details (jspencer254@yahoo.com).
Intercessions for the Church: Grace Church, Florence – The Rev. Sherilyn Pearce, Priest-In-Charge.

Seminarians: Izak, Carter, Thomas.

Recently in need of prayers: Martha, Mildred, Rena, Susan, and Will.

Continuing concern: Anissa, Bill, Dan, David, Debbie, Donnie, Faye, Frances, Jesse, Jim, Jinks, John B., Laia, Linda, Lynda, Mac, Marilyn, Mike & Susie, Polly, Richard, and Shannon. We also pray for those affected by the COVID pandemic, and for those on active duty in the military: Daniel, Houston, Josh, Nick, and Tanner.

Thanksgiving: for this Lenten season of reflection, preparation, and renewal.

Birthdays: 3/13 – Marcia Caudill; 3/15 – Leandra Price; 3/19 – Iris Skidmore, Maureen Davis.  

NOTICE:
Part of the strength of this congregation is our care and concern for each other. Please help us to do this by letting us 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! 

Please put ALL prayer requests in writing to Deacon Sue Kurtz 
(email deacon@ascensionfrankfort.org or text 502-330-5358). Prayer requests must be received by end-of-day on Sunday to ensure publication in the next upcoming weekly newsletter and Sunday bulletin. ‘Recently in Need’ prayers will remain for ONE month only, unless requested again.

Clergy and Staff

  • The Rev. Peter Doddema, Priest
  • The Rev. Dr. William G. Brown, Assisting Priest 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 Administrator 
  • Mr. David Gierlach, Sexton


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