Volume 11, Issue #14
April 8, 2021
In the name of Christ, we embrace all people to be nourished and empowered by the Holy Spirit to love and serve the world.
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We regretfully share news of the death of Scott Kimbel, husband of Kathy Kimbel, on Tuesday, April 6, after a long illness. An in-person memorial service is planned at Ascension on Saturday, April 17, at 1:00 p.m.
Sadly, Jean Whitaker passed on the same day. A private graveside service is planned.
Both will be greatly missed.
May they rest in peace and rise in glory.
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STEP RIGHT UP!!
It was wonderful to see so many of you during Holy week and on Easter Sunday, and to know that vaccinations are spreading quickly.
Now that we are back to gathering for services on Sunday mornings, it is time to update the rotation list of folks willing to help with those services. For the foreseeable future, we will be having only one service on Sundays: Rite II at 9:30 a.m.
For each Sunday morning service we will need TWO ushers, ONE reader/lector and ONE crucifer. The plan is to have a rotating schedule. If you volunteer to be a reader you will receive a copy of the Sunday readings via email before Sunday morning. Ushers will help to sign folks in so we have a record of attendance. Masks are still required for all.
Please let me know if you are willing to help with one or more of these positions. I will develop and publish a schedule of rotation. Thank you!
Rebecca
The Rev. Deacon Rebecca Saager, Curate
Phone/text: 502-316-8899
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As we return to physically attending services inside the church, no advance registration is needed. But please remember that the pandemic is slowed, not gone, and everyone has not been vaccinated. Masks, signing in at the door, and social distancing are still required.
Please check in personally with an usher when you arrive before taking a seat in the marked areas. Only the church itself will be open; there will be no meetings or gatherings in other parts of the building.
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Second Sunday of Easter
April 11, 9:30 a.m. - Rite II
OPEN for live, in-person service inside the church.
No online Sunday morning service this week.
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Ascension has TWO addresses on Facebook:
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A NOTE FROM BISHOP MARK VAN KOEVERING
I pray this spring weather has lifted your spirits and given you some much needed vitamin D. I would like to draw your attention to this request for volunteers from Archdeacon Bryant Kibler [following below].
He has been faithfully responding to the need of our neighbors, in our name, since the damaging floods of two weeks ago, but could really use some boots on the ground volunteers. There is the work, but perhaps more importantly, there is the spending of time with people who have suffered, sharing some kindness, being present. Simple but powerful stuff.
It sounds like there is a quite a bit of flexibility on dates and times if Bryant has advance knowledge and sufficient numbers. Please get in touch with him if you are able to help.
Many thanks,
+Mark
You give them something to eat.
The people of Estill, Lee, and Perry counties have been blessed by the financial outpouring of our faith communities throughout the Diocese of Lexington. Already several thousand dollars of cleaning supplies have been purchased and distributed. $1,500 was donated by St. Raphael’s. We have also received significant donations from the Church of the Good Shepherd, the Diocesan ECW, and even the Newport Professional Firefighters, not to mention many of our other faith communities and individuals.
By the end the month, $10,000 worth of $100 gift cards will have been purchased and distributed within these three counties, $5,000 of which will be provided by the U.S. Disaster Program of Episcopal Relief and Development. Soon to follow will be more cleaning supplies and building materials for repairing damaged homes. We are working through local officials to ensure that what you have donated will go to those truly in need.
St. Timothy’s has been able to provide pillows and bedding normally used for mission trips, and the quilters' guild of the Church of the Good Shepherd has donated several beautiful quilts for the people of Lee County. What is absolutely NOT needed is clothing. While individual items are welcome, please realize that when purchased in bulk, better prices can often be gotten and there is less labor for those having to sort and disburse aid.
Recovery from disasters is a lengthy process which can, in some cases, take years. If you have been watching the news, you have probably seen the many churches and organizations who have come into these communities to help. Unlike some coming into the areas who have trailers proudly showing their names, many others come in quietly for a day or two, cleaning up and repairing what they can, and return to their homes unsung. While carpentry skills are helpful, any type of assistance can be used.
When the tornados outbreak struck southeastern Kentucky back in 2012, a group of high school students, who had scheduled a visit months before at St. Timothy’s, arrived two days after the storms. A few of those teens might have helped a relative do a little renovation or repairs around their homes, but only a few. Monday found them in Salyersville demolishing what was left of a food and clothing pantry of the Catholic church, and Thursday they were in West Liberty installing drywall in a warehouse being turned into the elementary school. The rest of the week they were replacing a roof. All were greatly needed and despite their inexperience they made a huge difference.
While it may not have been giving food to the hungry, but it was building walls for those children needing an education. It may not have been filling the stomachs of those who were empty, but it was closing the hole in the roof.
If you think you might be able to help our neighbors, regardless of ability or the day of the week you can help, please contact Bryant Kibler, bkibler@diolex.org, and we will find a way we can put you to work inside our own diocese where we can be the church, be the change.
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REMINDER:
Outside of Scheduled Services in the Church,
the Building Remains
CLOSED
NO ENTRY
unless pre-approved by Father Doddema
(502-661-2742)
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If you have any questions about donations or pledges, please contact Mona Proctor in the parish office: call 502-223-0557 or email info@ascensionfrankfort.org.
THANK YOU
for continuing to support Ascension w
ith your time, treasure, and talents!
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This web site has an abundance of information and resources - check it out!
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Intercessions for the Church: Calvary Church, Ashland - The Rev. Antoinette “TJ” Azar, Rector; The Rev. Dcn. Tina Mussetter.
Recently in need of prayers: Allen; Bill; Correll; Darlene; Debbie; Faye & Steve; George; Kathy; Linda; Lynda; Marie; Marilyn; Michele and family; Mildred; Noreen; Ruth; the students and staff of Stewart Home School, and also the victims of recent flooding in our city and state.
Continuing concern: Adrianna; Barbara; Dan; Dillard; Edith; Gillian; Ginni; Jinks; Mac; Mae & Frank; Mary; Melissa; Mike & Susie; and Polly. We also pray for those affected by the COVID pandemic, and for those on active duty in the military: Daniel, Houston, Nick, Seth, Tanner, and Walter.
Thanksgivings: for blessings of the Easter Season; for vaccines and for the ability to resume worshiping together in person.
Birthdays: 4/12 - Rylie Jo Saager; 4/15 - Tim Agne, Molly Davis, Frances Kirchhoff.
Anniversaries: 4/11 - Kerry & Tracy Lamb.
Recently Deceased: Scott Kimbel (husband of Kathy Kimbel); Jean Whitaker.
NOTICE:
Part of the strength of this congregation is our care and concern for each other. Please help us to do this by letting the church office 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! Call the office at 502-223-0557 (messages are checked periodically), or email curate@ascensionfrankfort.org
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Pre-Planning for End of Life
Rite I or Rite II? Eucharist or no? Burial service in the church, or only a graveside committal? Special music, songs, readings, people? Please consider writing your preferences on a “Funeral Information and Burial Instructions” form, for secure long-term storage in the parish office. This confidential information will serve as a guide to the church and your family after your death. A 'Kentucky Living Will Directive and Health Care Surrogate Designation' Form is also available. Return the completed form(s) to Deacon Rebecca, Deacon Sue, or to the parish office.
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Clergy and Staff
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The Rev. Peter Doddema, Priest
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The Rev. Dr. William G. Brown, Associate Priest Emeritus
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The Rev. Deacon Rebecca A. Saager, Curate
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The Rev. Deacon Susan E. Kurtz, Deacon
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Mr. John B. Martin, Director of Music & Organist
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Ms. Mona Landrum Proctor, Parish & Financial Administrator
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Mr. David Gierlach, Sexton
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