Weekly eNews for November 4, 2022 | |
An Update on COVID Protocols
For the last two and a half years, we have been navigating the challenges of COVID while doing all we can to uphold our sense of community and connection with each other. We are continuing to adapt our procedures as both the pandemic and public health guidance evolve. Following that guidance, the vestry met a few weeks ago and decided that masks will now be optional for worship, as is currently the case for other parish activities. Our guidelines about masking in worship will continue to follow the CDC recommendations around COVID-19 community levels, which are currently low in our area. If that changes, our guidance on masking during worship will change.
This decision, like many of our decisions during COVID, is complicated. We know that some are very ready to remove masks and others have expressed concern and wish for everyone to keep them on for longer. And still others may be uncertain. We care deeply about the feelings that arise around these decisions. Please be mindful of the people around you, recognizing that we have people within our community who remain at higher risk of COVID and many who may have a different comfort level than you do. Please reach out to your vestry members or Amy with concerns or questions. As always, if you have any symptoms of COVID, flu, or other illness, we ask that you worship with us online rather than in person.
I am grateful for our community’s commitment to keeping each other safe through effective vaccines and safe practices, and I look forward to worshiping with you this Sunday, both online and in person.
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My Stewardship Moment
by Joy Boyden
When I was young, we always went to church on Sundays.
I would sit on the kneeler with my teddy bear and feel the calm and listen to the music and it was good. It was a learning time for me. I soon knew the bible stories and that Jesus loved the little children.
During my middle years it was a time to be doing things. I was a wife. I was a mother. I was a computer programmer and analyst. I wanted to do more. So, I joined many organizations where women enjoyed being together and doing things for others and it was good and I was thankful.
Now I am in my retiring years. I am still learning, but learning how blessed I am and that I want to use my time, talent and treasures to share my blessings in thanksgiving. Thanksgiving for my church, thanksgiving for my family and friends, thanksgiving for my city and country and the things I have seen and done.
November is a time of thanksgiving and of stewardship. I encourage all to think of their blessings and to share some of their time, talent and treasures as you can. It too can be a great blessing, because sharing whether large or small can make a difference and giving not until it hurts, but until it feels good is a blessing too.
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STEWARDSHIP | Make a Pledge for 2023
Grace | Gratitude | Giving - our theme for the 2023 Stewardship Campaign runs now through Celebration Sunday, November 13. Our creator gives us so much and has always done so. The characteristic response to a gift is gratitude; and gratitude is conscientiously expressed not by paying it back, but by “paying it forward.” A practice of gratitude can fill our hearts to overflowing!
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We invite each of us to offer thanks through our own generosity in joyful response to God’s goodness through a pledge commitment to Epiphany. If you have not done so, please consider and offer your pledge for 2023 this week as we wrap up our campaign!
Then, JOIN US to Celebrate our Parish and our abundant generosity for the Blessing of Pledges November 13 and a brunch-style reception immediately following the 10:00 a.m. worship service. Pledge cards are available in the pews, narthex and gallery, or you can make your pledge online at https://www.epiphany.org/stewardship.
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Epiphany Car Magnets
Celebrate your love of Epiphany with your very own car magnet of our Stain glass Star! The 5” round Magnets are $8.00 each. Buy two for $15.00, three or more for $7.00 each. Pre-order your magnets now, ready for pick-up on Stewardship Celebration Sunday, November 13.
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YOUTH | Youth Activity This Weekend
Friday, November 4
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There will be an Epiphany Youth hangout TONIGHT, at the Decatur High School football game! Come hang and support our youth in the marching band!
We will meet at 7:00 p.m. in front of the Decatur High School stadium ticket booth, and tickets can be bought ahead of time.
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CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES | Parenting & Potluck
Saturday, November 5 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.
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Do you want your kids to be rockstars? Join us for a Potluck & Parenting Event at Epiphany on Saturday, November 5 from 9:00-10:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be Don Saliers, Theologian-in-Residence at Candler School of Theology, author of a chapter in Parenting for a Better World, and father to Indigo Girls member Emily Saliers.
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children & Youth Ministries
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ANNOUNCEMENT | Daylight Savings Ends
Sunday, November 6
| We return to Standard Time on Sunday, November 6. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday Night. | |
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LITURGY | Feast of All Saints
Sunday Morning at 10:00 a.m.
| 11/6—Epiphany will observe the Feast of All Saints at the morning service at 10:00 a.m. Names of those who have taken part in a sacrament since last year’s observance will be listed in the bulletin. | |
Names of those who have taken part in a sacrament since last year’s observance will be listed in the bulletin. We also will invite anyone who wishes to participate in creating a memorial for those who have entered the nearer presence of Jesus during the Eucharist of our All Saints liturgy. These names may be printed on the colorful slips you will receive from our ushers when you pick up your bulletin and fastened to the gates of remembrance that will be located at either side of the altar. | | | |
WORSHIP | Sunday Morning Service
10:00 a.m. in the nave
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Masks are recommended, but not required.
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The Healing Station is open in the side chapel.
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Childcare for newborns and children ages 3 and under is available in the nursery. Our vaccinated childcare workers wear KN95 masks.
Livestream Options: YouTube Link | Zoom Link
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES | Children's Chapel
During the 10:00 a.m. service
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Children up to 3rd grade gather during the last verse of the Sequence Hymn and follow the cross to Room 203 after the Gospel. They return at the Peace. Parents are welcome to join us!
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children & Youth Ministries
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FORMATION | Children & Youth
11:15 a.m. in the upstairs classrooms
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Children and youth formation classes take place directly following the 10:00 a.m. service.
Room 205 – Godly Play children (3 years old through 3rd grade)
Room 206 – 4th and 5th graders
Room 201 – Youth
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children & Youth Ministries
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FORMATION | Adults
Sunday Mornings at 11:15 a.m.
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Community Engagement - Parish Hall Room C
Taught by the Rev. Nicole Lambelet and other Community Engagement leaders, the class explores the missional vision of Epiphany and methods and principles of Community Engagement. Why is Community Engagement important to the work of the church? How do we do it? What does it mean for us to be a witness to God’s restorative love and justice? Not only will we think through these questions in the class, participants will learn more about Epiphany’s current community partnerships and ministries throughout the course.
Faith After Doubt - Parish Hall Room A
Led by the Rev. Amy Dills-Moore and Paul Hinson, this class will explore the book Faith After Doubt: Why Your Beliefs Stopped Working and What to Do About It, by Brian McLaren.
Parenting for a Better World - Room 001/Lower Level Classroom
This class will discuss the book, Parenting for a Better World: Social Justice Practices for Your Family and the Planet, edited by Ellen Ott Marshall and Susanna Snyder. The class will be facilitated by seasoned Epiphany parents Susan & Jarrod Moody and Cristin & Jeremy Davis.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | Art Ministry
Now Showing in the Gallery
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Epiphany’s Art Ministry presents mixed media paintings by Jolie Smallwood. Jolie works mainly with acrylic paint, along with charcoal, pastels, and pencil.
Remember, 25% of all sales benefit Epiphany.
Click here to learn more about the artist and the Art Ministry >>
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LITURGY | All Souls' Choral Evensong
This Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
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Join us for the All Souls' Choral Evensong Service at 5:00 p.m.—a Eucharist service to remember and honor all whom we love but see no longer.
Parishioners are invited to bring mementos and pictures of loved ones for the Table of Remembrance.
A reception in the courtyard will follow the service.
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YOUTH | Youth Group
Sunday Evenings from 5:00-6:30 p.m.
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Due to the All Souls' service happening tonight, there will be NO YOUTH GROUP. However, we invite the youth to come to tonight's service and to the reception afterwards!
Contact: Emily Elder, Director of Children & Youth Ministries
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The Arrangements at the Altar for Sunday are given to the Glory of God and in celebration of Colleen Morich, by Peter Morich.
The Sanctuary Light for this Sunday is given to the Glory of God and in memory of Richard Lee Theyerl on his birthday, by his son Nicholas Theyerl.
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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.
To be listed in the Sunday bulletin, sign up by noon on Wednesdays.
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Year-to-date Financial Report as of September 30, 2022 | |
| September 30, 2022 | Budget | Actual | | Income | $460,127.34 | $450,717.88 | | Expense | $460,127.43 | $477,132.93 | | Net |
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If you shop on Amazon, consider accessing Amazon through http://smile.amazon.com and designating Church of the Epiphany Atlanta as your charitable beneficiary.
70 Amazon customers have made Church of the Epiphany Atlanta as their beneficiary. Our 2nd quarter donation was $58.63.
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GIVING | Track Your Giving in Realm
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Our online ministry platform called Realm, isn’t just a church directory or a way to register online for events. Members can also manage their giving and check pledge status at any time through the website or the smart phone app. If you’ve not created a login for Realm yet, Contact the parish office.
Click here to learn more about Realm >>
Contact: Shea McNutt, Parish Administrator
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EARTH GUILD | Recycling at Epiphany Update
CHaRM no longer accepts batteries for recycling; therefore, Epiphany will no longer accept batteries for recycling.
You can put alkaline batteries, such as AA, AAA and D batteries, in the trash in a container—a cardboard box or plastic tub is a safe option. Prevent any fire risk by taping 9-volt battery terminals with a piece of masking, electrical or duct tape.
Rechargeable 9-volt batteries, AA and AAA batteries and D cells can be taken to Home Depot who has partnered with Call2Recycle, a nonprofit battery recycling program that have their bins at the store. Any rechargeable battery that weighs up to 11 pounds and is under 300-watt hours is accepted. There's no charge for recycling.
Please do continue to drop off your natural corks, or you can take them directly to CHaRM on Hill St in Atlanta. To see a full list of items they accept, visit https://livethrive.org/charm/items-we-accept/
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PARISH GROUPS | Epiphany Book Group
1st Mondays at 7:30 p.m.
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11/7—In November, the group is discussing the book The Last Slave Ship, by Ben Raines.
All are welcome to join us.
Contact: Linda Ryder-Wolf, Leader
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MUSIC | Children & Youth Choirs
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11/8—Beginning Choristers (pre-K-2nd grade) are currently meeting on Tuesday evenings from 5-5:30 PM in the Music Suite upstairs.
11/29—Junior Choir (3rd grade-unchanged voices) will begin rehearsals on November 29 from 5:30-6:15.
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In coordination with Epiphany's Children and Youth Ministries and Community Engagement, there is also a service project for children, youth, and/or families on Tuesday evenings. If you are interested in the choirs, please reach out to Julie Ryder / music@epiphany.org. If you are interested in participating in or helping to coordinate the weekly service project, please contact The Rev. Nicole Lambelet / nlambelet@epiphany.org. | | | |
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PARISH GROUPS | The Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
All women of Epiphany are invited to attend the meeting that works for their schedule.
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11/10—The NEW ECW Evening Group’s first meeting will take place on Thursday, Please come to our planning meeting to find out what ECW does, meet some current and new members and discuss how you might like to see the evening chapter work. We do lots of meaningful and fun projects for Epiphany and for other groups—like the Christmas Bake Sale and the Christmas Lunch for Seniors. See you there! Contact: Alison Taylor, Coordinator.
11/8—The ECW Day Group meets 2nd Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the parish hall. This month, we will be planning for the December Emmaus House Senior’s lunch. Each year, the ECW provides a holiday meal and a small gift for them to take home. We also will be planning the December Bake Sale that provides funds for the annual Emmaus House Holiday lunch as well as funds for our service project(s). Contact: Robin Hairston, President
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FORMATION | Wrestling with Job
Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Room 201
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11/8—Dr. Carol Newsom, Old Testament/Hebrew Bible Scholar will teach this class.Over the course of five weeks, we’ll look at key parts of the book, discover how to make sense of its perplexing structure, and discuss together the challenging—even radical—claims it makes about God, the cosmos, and choosing how to live in a world that has tragic dimensions. The limit for this class has been met.
Contact: The Rev. Nicole Lambelet
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MUSIC | Adult & Youth Choirs
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Epiphany Ringers: Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. in the Choir Loft
11/9—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.
Epiphany Choir: Wednesdays, 6:45 p.m. in the Music Suite
11/9—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.
Contact: Julie Ryder, Organist & Choirmaster
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | The Feeding Ministry
2nd Fridays of the month
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11/9-11—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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FORMATION | The Living Contemplatively Spirituality Group
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom
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This time we are reading and discussing The Gift of Years by Joan Chittister. Contact: The Rev. Amy Dills-Moore.
Contact: The Rev. Amy Dills-Moore
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Upcoming Events & Meetings | |
Kanuga 2022
Click the picture for photos from the Parish Retreat at Kanuga last month.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT| Thanksgiving at Home
Bags are due at Epiphany by 5:00 p.m. November 15
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Emmaus House believes celebrating the holidays together is an important factor in maintaining family ties. With your help, 200 families in need will enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.
Once again, Epiphany is seeking donations of bags filled with the ingredients listed below for families to make all of their favorite side dishes while Emmaus House provides the turkeys and other items.
Please place all of the sides for each household into one large reusable canvas bag with handles. Bags can be dropped at Epiphany on Sunday mornings until noon, 9 - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or by noon on Friday.
Please deliver your bag to Epiphany by 5:00 p.m., Tuesday November 15.
Contact: The Rev. Nicole Lambelet
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Each bag needs the following ingredients:
- 2 Cans of String Beans (English cut)
- 2 Cans of Corn
- 2 Cans of Peas
- 1 Can of Cranberry Sauce
- 1 Large Bag of Stuffing
- 1 Box of Brownie Mix
- 1 Bag of Rice (1 lb.)
- 2 Boxes of Cornbread / Muffin Mix
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SERVICE | Veterans' Recognition
November 13 at the 10 a.m. service
We recognize the Veterans in our parish on Sundays closest to Veterans’ Day (November 11). If you have NOT previously told us so, please let the office know the military branch and campaigns that you served in (e.g. Name, U.S. Navy, Vietnam) by noon on Wednesday, November 9 to be included in the bulletin.
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EARTH GUILD | Blueberry Planting
November 13 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Meadow
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11/13—Join the Earth Guild for a blueberry planting extravaganza from 1:00-3:00 p.m.! Participants are invited to pack a lunch, work gloves, shovels and a change of clothes to change into after church. We'll eat together prior to the planting. For questions or to RSVP contact the Rev. Nicole Lambelet.
Contact: The Rev. Nicole Lambelet
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MEMBERSHIP | Fall Newcomers' Gathering
November 13 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
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Epiphany’s membership committee invites all newcomers and visitors, both individuals and families, to a dessert reception on Sunday, November 13 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the courtyard (weather permitting) or Parish Hall. Old-timers welcome too! The committee will provide the desserts.
This social gathering will be a time to get to know one another and learn more about our parish, programs, and ministries from clergy and parishioners. We will provide a taste of our parish life and help familiarize folks with our physical space. We hope you will join us and look forward to welcoming you in person on the 13th!
Contact: Liefy Smith, Vestry Liaison
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FORMATION | Second Sunday Contemplative Practice
November 13, in the Choir Loft at 5:00 p.m. - New time for this month only
Due to the Newcomers' Gathering, for the month of November, Contemplative Practice will take place an hour later in the Choir Loft in the Nave (around the organ). The Labyrinth will NOT be set up for the month of November.
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PARISH GROUPS | Young Adults
November 13 at 7:00 p.m.
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11/13—SAVE THE DATE: Young adults are invited to gather for a fire, festive drinks, and treats at 7:00 p.m at the home of Rev. Nicole. Register on Realm here.
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Contact: The Rev. Nicole Lambelet
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | ERJG Visit to Emmaus House
Sunday, November 27
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11/27—The Episcopal Racial Justice Group invites you to join them on a visit to Emmaus House Chapel. The service starts at 10:00 a.m. We will meet at 9:45 a.m. Our understanding is that masks are required. As many of you already know, Epiphany has a very strong connection to Emmaus House. You can learn about Emmaus House and its chapel at emmaushouseatlanta.org/chapel.
Contact: Kay Lee
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PASTORAL CARE | Community of Hope's Circle of Care
4th Mondays, 6:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall
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11/28—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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PASTORAL CARE | The Grief Pastoral Care Group
1st Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. on Zoom
| 12/1—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. | |
PARISH GROUPS | Daughters of the King (DOK)
4th Sundays at 11:15 a.m. in the Side Chapel
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The DOK will not be meeting for the months of November and December. 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, President
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Braver Angels Atlanta
Braver Angels Georgia - Free "Families & Politics" workshop
When: Sunday, Nov. 6, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Cathedral, Gould Room
This workshop will teach individuals how to handle political differences within families and groups of friends. Respond effectively to hostile comments, cool down heated exchanges, avoid broken relationships. Preserve family and friendship bonds while still being true to one's values and political beliefs.
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Art from the Heart
November 17 - 19 at St. Bede's Episcopal Church
2601 Henderson Mill Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
Opening Party
Thursday, November 17, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Early Shopping Opportunity
$10 per person, includes hors d’oeuvres | Cash bar
Market Days
Friday, November 18, Noon–7:00 p.m.
and Saturday, November 19, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
No admission charge | Food and drinks for sale
Live performances by local artists on Saturday
Art from the Heart began 5 years ago as a celebration of art and community. It is an annual artists' market hosted by St. Bede’s Episcopal Church and the Church of Our Savior.
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For members who are bidding our prayers: David Thompson • Mary McCall Cash • Loren Williams • Wende Crowe • Pam Hall • Julie Dodge • Zoey Laird • Judy Jarady • Evan Vega • Sally McClintock • Larry Wilcox • Colleen • Ann Rowles • Sally Brockington
For friends and family: Harold Amslem, brother-in-law of George Councill • Janet Gary, mother of Bill Gary • Kevin Lewis, friend of Terri Lawrence• Keisha Ramsey • Sophie Murray • Sally Williams • Craig Leathers • Chuck Clark • The Dreher family, friends of Katie Pederson • Lynn McGuire & Marion Crow, parents of Wende Crow • Kirk Tcherneshoff, brother of Amy Shipp • Sophia Baginski, friend of David Draper • Russell Saxon, nephew of Kathie Ryan • Keren Clay, neighbor of Susan & Richard Messner • Rosalind, sister of Katharine Yntema • Dave Tipton, brother of Pam Tipton • Isabel, granddaughter of Mike & Beth Towers
For those who have died: Idamay Shaw • Donna Mitchell, cousin of Pat Graves • Michael Francis Hyland, Brother of Daniel Hyland
For members who desire our continuing prayers: Jewel Allen • Alma Fuller • Ron Hutcheson • Rod MacLeod • Tom Mundy • Floyd Parker • Idamay Shaw • Pat Spivey • June Sparks • Wayne & Judy Urban • Kathy Walmsley
For those in the armed forces: Henry Laird • Stewart Mundy
For those celebrating anniversaries for the week of 11/6-12: Cindy Lamons & Marc Wisniewski • Barbara Nama & Edward Rosenzweig
For those celebrating birthdays for the week of 11/6-12: Sara Cushing • Joey Costello • Cecilia Democko • Amelia Stoner • Mary Jane Wiseman • Joey Saavedra • Sebastian Jordan • Jackie Miller • Jeff McGrath • Ellen Mintzmyer • Nancy Chandler
For those awaiting the adoption of a child: Jessica & Duane Burns
For those awaiting the birth of a child: Claire & Cody Chaffins • Kaylie & Evan Gibbs • Magda & Doug Kertscher
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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The submission deadline is Wednesdays at NOON.
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