Weekly eNews for February 3, 2023 | | |
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Issue Highlights
- Feeding Ministry 2/8-10
- L'Arche to speak at ECW Meeting 2/14
- Deepdene Cleanup 2/18
- As Days Lengthen - Register Now for 2/19 event
- Shrove Tuesday 2/21
- Ash Wednesday 2/22
- IONA 2024 Pilgrimage Interest Deadline 2/24
- Green Team Summit 2/26
- Endowment Grant Application Deadline 2/28
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Dear Epiphanites
We are so grateful for your generous and prayerful response to our stewardship campaign! Parishioners have dug deep to help our budget keep up with expenses, so that Epiphany can stay on solid financial footing. We could not be more thankful. Thank you to all who have pledged for the first time, increased your pledge, continued to pledge for years, and committed to our shared work. You are making it possible to support our dedicated clergy and staff, our efforts to engage our community, our children and youth, and those who have less than we do. We are so close to our goal, thanks to you.
With deepest gratitude,
Your Vestry
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FINANCE
Stewardship Update
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If you have not yet made your pledge, please consider offering your gift of a confirmed giving for 2023 via a pledge.
The Vestry will complete budget planning based on committed expected income. Pledge cards are available in the narthex and gallery, or you can make your pledge online by click the button.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Society of St. Anna the Prophet Annual Vow Ceremony
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2/4—The Society of Saint Anna the Prophet (SSAP), a vowed, dispersed community of Episcopal women over the age of 50, will hold The Holy Eucharist and Vow Ceremony service at Epiphany on Saturday, February 4 at 11:00 a.m. All are invited to attend!
Inspired by Anna, the only elder woman mentioned in the New Testament, members of SSAP are both lay and ordained. Our vows to simplicity, creativity and balance are life changing. For more information or to contact us, visit our website at www.annasisters.org.
Epiphany members are: Maggi Ewing, Ruth Healy, Marilyn Hughes, Katherine Hilliard-Yntema, Barbara Ryder.
Applicants must be confirmed Episcopalians, over the age of 50, with a heart for ministry to elders and children, a passion for discovering the gift of their own aging and a longing for intentional community.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
Children's Chapel
During the service
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Children up to 3rd grade gather during the last verse of the singing of the psalm and follow the cross to chapel after the Gospel. They return at the Peace. Parents are welcome to join them.
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children's & Youth Ministries
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FORMATION
Sunday Formation Classes
Sundays at 11:15 a.m.
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Adult Formation: Love one Another: Jesus, St. Francis & Earth Care—A conversational time talking about our faith roots in caring for Creation. Come to talk and explore expanding our circles of compassion, loving bigger and broader. Led by Marion Curry and Carol Bartlett in the parish hall.
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Children's Formation: Godly Play will be in Room 205 for children from 3 years old to 3rd grade, and "Surveyors of Scripture" will be in Room 206 for children in 4th and 5th grade.
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Youth Formation Sunday morning classes are on hiatus due to additional confirmation meetings on Sunday afternoons.
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FORMATION
Youth Confirmation Class
Sunday at 4:00 p.m.—note new location
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Since the Youth Progressive Dinner starts right after at Emily Elder's home. Today's confirmation class will meet from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at her place in Decatur.
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children's & Youth Ministries
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This Sunday for youth group we're participating in a Progressive Dinner with the youth from Holy Trinity Parish. The progressive dinner will take place from 5:00-7:15 p.m., and it will begin at Emily Elder's home in Decatur, and end at Holy Trinity Parish. If you are able to bring a salad or to offer rides, please contact Emily.
Click here to RSVP >>
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children's & Youth Ministries
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Art Ministry
Now Showing in the Gallery
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Watercolors from Parishioner Maggi Ewing
Maggi has recently downsized and no longer has space for her beautiful work. Our “young at heart” nonagenarian has contributed so much to Epiphany over the years. Please support this talented artist as she provides our parish an opportunity to purchase these signature works.
Remember, 25% of all sales benefit Epiphany. Please make checks out to the artist.
Contact: Liefy Smith, Curator
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LITURGY
Tuesday Morning Worship & the Men's Breakfast Group
Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m. in the side chapel
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2/7—The Men’s Breakfast Group gathers for a simple breakfast and fellowship following Morning Prayer at 7:00 a.m. in the nave. Holy Eucharist is celebrated on 1st Tuesdays. If you would like to learn more, or help provide food for Men's Breakfast, please contact John Yntema.
Contact: John Yntema, Coordinator
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CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES
Tuesdays at Epiphany
| There is NO choir rehearsal or service project this Tuesday. Children & youth choirs and service projects will begin again on Tuesday, February 14. | |
LITURGY
Wednesday Noonday Prayer & Holy Eucharist
Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. in the side chapel
| 2/8—A Noonday healing service is offered on Wednesdays followed by Eucharist. Please join us in the Side Chapel. | |
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Epiphany Choir: Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. in the Music Suite
2/8—Our all-volunteer choir provides musical leadership for the 10:00 a.m. liturgy and feast days. Membership is open to fully vaccinated adults and youth.
Epiphany Ringers: Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. in the Choir Loft
2/8—Rehearsals resume on on February 8. This ensemble rings during worship services approximately once every 6 weeks. All the positions are filled at this time, but you can always let Julie know of your interest.
Children's Choirs resume on Tuesday, February 14
2/14—Beginning Choristers (pre-K-2nd grade), the Junior Choir (3rd grade-unchanged voices) will resume rehearsals on Tuesday, February 14.
Contact: Julie Ryder, Organist & Choirmaster
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Feeding Ministry
2nd Fridays of the month
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2/8-10—Volunteers cook at Epiphany and then serves the meal at Gateway Shelter on 2nd Fridays. Please RSVP to help prepare, cook or serve the meal. Sign up by the Monday prior to the cook.
Contact: Anne Kerner, Ministry Co-Chair
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To learn more about Newell’s Iona pilgrimages, visit the Earth and Soul website. | |
SPIRITUAL PRACTICE
Epiphany Pilgrimage to Iona in 2024
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A trip for Epiphany members is being planned to Scotland’s Isle of Iona for a week of reflection and spiritual practice, led by noted Celtic teacher and author John Philip Newell. He offers teachings grounded in Celtic wisdom, inviting us to awaken to the sacredness of Earth and every human being, and calling us to translate this awareness into action in our lives and world.
The trip will be from April 18 to April 27. The total cost is approximately $4,000 to $5,000 for airfare, lodging, meals, and the program. Spaces in Iona pilgrimages are limited and fill fast. If you are interested in the trip, please contact Ann Fowler by February 28, 2023. You will be placed on an email list providing information, updates, and notification of the 2024 registration opening this spring. Upon booking, a payment of $2,250 covering seven days of dinner, bed and breakfast, and the course fee is required. All transportation costs are separate and will be due later.
Contact: Ann Fowler
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A SPECIAL LITURGY
Installation of a New Rector
Thursday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m.
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3/30—After a year of preparation and planning, we are thrilled to announce that Bishop Wright will officially install the Rev. Amy Dills-Moore as Epiphany's 11th Rector at a special service on Thursday, March 30 at 6:00 p.m. with a celebration to follow.
Please mark your calendars, more details to come!
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
Vacation Bible School (VBS)!
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6/20-23—Epiphany will be offering a VBS this summer in collaboration with Holy Trinity Parish and St. Bartholomew's. The dates for our VBS will be June 20-23 (Tuesday-Friday). More information and registration to come soon!
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children's & Youth Ministries
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SPIRITUALITY
As the Days Lengthen - REGISTER NOW
February, 19 from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
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Registration is open for Contemplative Prayer and the Joyful Season of Lent: An Afternoon for Reflection and Soul-Nurture with Carl McColman, on February 19, 4:00 p.m.
Monastic writers describe Lent as a “joyful” season—but we tend to equate it with penance, giving up chocolate, and no “Alleluias” in church. Can we find joy in this austere time?
Noted contemplative author Carl McColman will share some thoughts on the beauty of silence, the mystery of Divine Love, the paradox of a “joyful” Lent, and the peace of Christ available to all who allow themselves to “Be still and know God.”
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Through Centering (Silent) Prayer and the wisdom of great mystics like Julian of Norwich and the author of The Cloud of Unknowing, he will help us discover a joyful path from Ash Wednesday to Easter—no chocolate necessary!
This event is free, but please click the button to reserve a place so we may plan for adequate space and seating.
Contact: Ann Fowler
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FORMATION
Contemplative Practice
Second Sundays at 4:00 p.m. • Parish Hall
2/12—Come gather with us at 4:00 p.m. in the parish hall for a time of reflection, meditation instruction, and gathering with others seeking a more grounded way of being in the world. Led by Bobbi Patterson, Elizabeth Ura and the Rev. Amy Dills-Moore.
Contact: The Rev. Amy Dills-Moore
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PARISH GROUPS
Epiphany Book Group
2nd Mondays at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom ONLY for February
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2/13—All are welcome to join the Epiphany Book Group on the second Monday of the month. We will be meeting only on Zoom for the month of February. Starting in March, the discussion will return to a hybrid format - both in person and on Zoom.
Book selections for 2023:
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February: Our Unfinished March, by Eric Holder
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March: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, by Phaedra Patrick
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April: Living Faith, by Jimmy Carter
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May: Mercy Street, by Jennifer Haigh
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June: The Moonstones, by Wilkie Collins
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September: The Murrow Boys, by Lynne Olson
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October: Hag-Seed, by Margaret Atwood
Contact: Linda Ryder-Wolf, Leader
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PARISH GROUPS
The Episcopal Church Women (ECW)—Daytime Group
2nd Tuesdays at 10 a.m. • Parish Hall
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2/14—The ECW meets on 2nd Tuesdays in the parish hall. We will start at 10:00 a.m. with a business meeting followed by a discussion of service projects for 2023. The Director of L'Arche will talk with us at 11:00 a.m. to explain L'Arche and how ECW may be able to work with them. Gretchen Maclachlan will talk with us about possible projects with Holy Comforter. This will be a bring your lunch to work meeting. All women of Epiphany are invited to attend.
Contact: Robin Hairston, President
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Earth Guild Event
Forest and Wildlife Habitat Restoration
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2/18—Please join Earth Guild members outdoors from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. in Deepdene Park across from the church. We will join our neighbors to pull weeds, remove invasive plant species, pick up trash, mulch tree wells and shrub beds, and install native plants.
If you haven’t walked through Deepdene before, you’re in for a treat. It’s a 22-acre wooded tract with a stream winding through it and a topography that ranges from steep slopes to a flat meadow.
Contact: Frances Finnegan, Co-chair
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On Shrove Tuesday, come to the parish hall at 5:30 p.m. to help decorate the Alleluia Banner. All ages welcome! Then join us at 6:00 p.m. for pancakes (cooked by our Youth) and/or potluck Cajun (you bring it). There will be King Cake for dessert. The Burning of the Palms Liturgy will follow in the Courtyard at 6:45 p.m. | |
PARISH LIFE/YOUTH MINISTRIES
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper - February 21
Served from 6:00-6:45 p.m.
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The Epiphany Youth will be preparing a pancake supper to celebrate Shrove Tuesday, and to raise money for their summer pilgrimage (destination TBD).
One serving is 3 pancakes (with toppings) and 2 pieces of bacon or 1 vegetarian sausage. There will be a gluten-free option available as well.
Please RSVP so that we know how much batter and bacon/veggie sausage to buy and cook. We also encourage you to bring a topping or a side—the theme is cajun food, for Mardi Gras!
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NOTE: If you plan to just enjoy the pancakes, you do not need to bring a dish to share. And you do not need to RSVP for pancakes if you are just planning to sample the Cajun fare. | |
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Pancake Volunteers Needed
We need a minimum of 5 adult volunteers who can help with chaperoning, organizing, and cleaning.
Volunteers need to be at the church from 5:45-6:30 p.m.
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2/22—We will observe the beginning of Lent with Ash Wednesday services at 12:00 & 7:00 p.m. in the nave and online. | |
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Earth Guild Event
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2/26—Please join the Earth Guild and our friends at Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) at its annual Green Team Summit from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Temple Sinai in Sandy Springs. The Summit gives people of faith across Georgia an opportunity to gather and learn how we can work together for environmental justice and sustainability.
Contact: Frances Finnegan, Co-chair
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PASTORAL CARE
Community of Hope's Circle of Care
Last Mondays, 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall
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2/27—Members gather to pray, learn, and provide each other with mutual support as they reflect on their emotional and spiritual responses to pastoral encounters. If you or a loved one would like to receive a pastoral visit or home communion by one of the trained caregivers, please contact Ann.
Contact: Ann Fowler, Leader
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NOTICE
Endowment Grant Submission Period is NOW OPEN
Application Deadline is Wednesday, February 28, 2023
The 30-day period for requesting disbursements from the Epiphany Endowment Fund opened on the day of the annual parish meeting, January 29, 2023
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Guidelines for distributions, pursuant to the Epiphany Endowment Fund’s Plan of Operation:
- Capital improvements, debt reduction, or the building program of the Church of the Epiphany;
- Scholarships or grants to members of the Church of the Epiphany for the purpose of attending college, seminary, nursing or medical school; for church-related camping or leadership conferences; or such other training which enables members of this congregation to grow in Christian faith and service to God’s people;
- Outreach into the community including, but not limited to, grants to Episcopal colleges and seminaries, social service agencies, institutions and agencies to which this parish relates, and to special programs designed for those persons in our area who are in spiritual and/or economic need; projects of the Episcopal Church at home and overseas.
Request forms are available at epiphany.org/endowment fund of the Epiphany website. Application Deadline is Wednesday, February 28, 2023. Please return them by email to the parish office.
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PASTORAL CARE
The Grief Pastoral Care Group
1st Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. on Zoom
| 3/2—The group meets each month for a healing and faith-based conversation around grief and loss, led by parishioners Megan Fraijo-Paul and Nancy Thompson, both trained psychotherapists. Please contact Megan / or Nancy before attending for the first time. | |
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Racial Justice Book Group
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3/8—The next Episcopal Racial Justice Book Group discussion will be held on Wednesday, March 8th from 6:45-8 p.m. in Room 201. We will discuss The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America by Richard Rothstein. Epiphanite, Linda Ryder-Wolf will lead the discussion. All are welcome.
One of Publishers Weekly's 10 Best Books of 2017
Longlisted for the National Book Award
This “powerful and disturbing history” exposes how American governments deliberately imposed racial segregation on metropolitan areas nationwide (New York Times Book Review).
Click here for full review on Amazon >>
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PARISH GROUPS
Daughters of the King (DOK)
NOTE: The DOK will not meet in the month of February
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3/26—The Epiphany chapter of the DOK lay order meet monthly for prayer, service and evangelism. To learn more about the order, visit doknational.org.
Contact: Judy Jarady, Leader
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Altar Arrangements & the Sanctuary Light | |
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The arrangements for Sundays and the Sanctuary Light can be given as a memorial, thanksgiving or on a special occasion. The color and selection of flowers is based on the appropriateness of the liturgical season. The Sanctuary Light is a visible sign of the presence of the Blessed Sacrament held in reserve in the Tabernacle and burns for seven days. Sign up by noon on Wednesdays to be listed in the Sunday bulletin.
For this Sunday, January 22:
- The Arrangements at the Altar are given to the Glory of God and in memory of Jerry Wayne Holladay, by Galo Velasco-Jackson, and in thanksgiving for the Society of St. Anna the Prophet who had the vow ceremony here at Epiphany on Saturday.
- The Sanctuary Light is given to the Glory of God.
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For members who are bidding our prayers: Bonnie & Chris Kissler • Ellen Mintzmyer • Rod & Michele MacLeod • Audrey Banfield • Nan Ross • Maggi Ewing • Chris Miller • Beth Towers • Mary McCall Cash • Wende Crowe • Zoey Laird • Judy Jarady • Evan Vega • Sally Brockington
For friends and family: Lauren Betsill, daughter-in-law of Chris & Carol Moser, niece-in-law of Joel & Ann Fowler • Brisa Espindola, friend of Laraine & Megan Fraijo-Paul • Evelyn, friend of Lisa Gray • Kirk Tcherneshoff, brother of Amy Shipp • Eileen Gleman, mother of Lisa Carolson • Lee, Nadine, Sophie & Malcolm, family of Nicole Pritchard, neighbors of Kay Lee & Bert Bender • Kimberly & Joshua, friends of the Rev. Amy Dills-Moore • Stephanie Brown, friend of Larry Wilcox • Mary, grandmother of Ellyn Bryan • Ellison Fidler, daughter of Lee Fidler & Alison Taylor • Sharon Price, cousin of Dick Price • Sophia Baginski, friend of David Draper • Russell Saxon, nephew of Kathie Ryan • Rosalind, sister of Katharine Hilliard-Yntema • Dave Tipton, brother of Pam Tipton • Isabel, granddaughter of Mike & Beth Towers
For members who desire our continuing prayers: Jewel Allen • Alma Fuller • The Rev. Ruth Healy • Ron Hutcheson • Rod MacLeod • Sally McClintock • Tom Mundy • Floyd Parker • Pat Spivey • Ann Rowles • Wayne & Judy Urban • Larry Wilcox • Kathy Walmsley • Colleen
For those in the armed forces: Henry Laird • Stewart Mundy
For those celebrating birthdays for the week of 2/5-11: Carol Moser • Mary Braswell • Jim Rabb • Lindsay King • Susan Bridges • Sharon Burrow • Hayes Wagner • Dan Mundy
For those awaiting the adoption of a child: Jessica, Duane & Abram Burns
For our Epiphany youth who are beginning their confirmation journey: Lily Brandon • Ann Davis • Brady Davis • Riley Davis • J.P. Loughlin • Ivy May • Henry Van Ness.
Did we miss your anniversary or birthday? Send the full date of your anniversary and/or your date of birth to the parish office at parishadmin@epiphany.org so that we can update our records.
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