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." 
New Sunday Service and in person gathering protocols are in place!
We have begun indoor church services once again.
We will continue to follow CDC and Health Dept. guidelines. Read ECA guidelines HERE
Adult Christian Formation this Sunday
CF meets Sunday at 9:40 both in person (at the pavilion) and via zoom. Please contact Ron Allen for log-in information to join the zoom meeting: ronallenga@yahoo.com.
Journeys Group to Meet June 12 at 11:30am This is a group that offers support, care, and compassion to those coping with grief, loss or any difficult life challenge. If you are seeking support through fellowship, please join us the second Saturday of each month from 11:30am-12:30 in the Activity Building. Please call Suzie Hart at 404.234.5294 for more information
Last Call for Name-tags: Please wear them as we go back to in-person Worship As we transition back to in person services, the Connecting Ministry is asking that you wear your ECA nametag for guests who come to our services and for the new people who have joined.  If you need a nametag, please email the office at ecanews@bellsouth.net. We will order next week. Thank You!
Altar Flowers: Dates Still Available
Thank you for supporting the Altar Guild Ministry. Dates are available for flower dedications: June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 25, August 15,29. Please fill out a flower form at the church, or email your dedication (complete with wording in thanksgiving for/in memory of) to ecanews@bellsouth.net.
Ushers, Lectors and Counters Needed
As we transition back to traditional worship, we are beginning to schedule volunteer positions again. Currently, we are in need of ushers, lectors and counters. If you are interested in volunteering on Sunday mornings, please email ecanews@bellsouth.net. Thank you!
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Southern Comforters to begin again: 6/20
All are welcome to fellowship with those who knit and crochet to make blankets for children in difficult circumstances, and prayer shawls for our parishioners and friends on Sunday, June 20. This ministry meets on the third Sunday of each month after services in the activities building.
Reach Collecting Food items for Local Food Pantries We Support We may not be gathering for in-person worship due to diocesan restrictions, but the need for food items at our local food pantries continues. ECA is supporting local charities such as Never Alone and Papa’s Pantry in their food ministries. You are welcome to come by on Sundays to drop off these much-needed items, or drive-by the office during the week. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of helping those in need! 
Education for Ministry to Resume
ECA will offer Education for Ministry again this year. Dates and times are to be determined. Education for Ministry is a small mentored group that provides the framework for understanding life and shaping actions as Christian faith is deepened. This is a study to help discern your calling. If you are interested or need more information, contact Katie Dunlap at 404-444-6874 or katiedunlap5@gmail.com
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A Caregivers Support Group has started at ECA: Join us virtually Tuesdays at 7:30pm If you are involved with the care of someone with a terminal or chronic illness, you are invited to join a newly formed support group offering support, connection, resources, and coping strategies. This group is led by Robin Racoff, an experienced Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. This group is for caregivers, no patients please. Please contact Robin for details: (404) 290-1550 or robinracoff@gmail.com.
To join the meeting via Zoom, click on the link below to start the meeting (May 4 at 7:30pm)
ZOOM invite here ( https://us04web.zoom.us/j/73832368704?pwd=VHl6UWxHWEhaTXdIUE9WVVFJTERKdz09)                        
Meeting ID: 738 3236 8704                                                
Passcode: pCR66a
Note: During the Zoom Session you may participate with or without video, audio, or just observe. It will not be recorded and confidentiality will be the standard. Also, if you have any concerns or questions regarding ZOOM, please contact Robin directly at (404) 290-1550. 
Do you need Prayer, Counseling or Confidential Assistance?
Fr. Paul is making his Pastoral Rounds virtually via telephone calls and online check-ins. If you are in need of counseling, prayer, simple virtual visit or confidential assistance; please contact Fr. Paul directly at pcm09@bellsouth.net or call him at 770-490-7234. You may also contact the ECA Senior Warden, Wanda Ziembinski at ziemby@hotmail.com. Part of what makes ECA so special is the community and support we offer to one another!
Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available
(YTD) Through May. 2021          Actual                        Budget                 +/-           
Revenues                                       $111,656                 $102,805              $8,851 
Expenses                                        $89,592                 $100,099           ($10,147)
Net Year to date                           $21,704                   $2,706               $18,998