Volume 11, Issue #25
June 24, 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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FROM PETER'S PEN
This week I am serving as the chaplain at our Diocese's Mini-Camp. This is the first overnight camp that children attend and is for those who have finished first and second grade. Children either attend the first section (Monday-Wednesday) or the second section (Wednesday-Friday) of the camp.
Please keep the campers, the rest of the staff and me in your prayers. It should be a lot of fun, and I especially look forward to all of the insights that these campers will provide for seeing God's gorgeous creation in new ways!
You can follow us on Facebook - pictures are posted daily:
With Joy,
Peter+
The Rev. Peter Doddema
502-661-2742
P.S. Check out the NEW July Book Study below, and don't miss this weekend's schedule for Lay Ministries.
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Fifth Sunday after Pentecost:
Proper 8
June 27, 9:30 a.m.
HOLY EUCHARIST, Rite II
OPEN for live, in-person service
inside the church.
ALSO offered this week: pre-recorded full service, inside the church with Ascension clergy - online at 9:30 a.m.
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Ascension has TWO addresses on Facebook:
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Schedule for Sunday, June 27
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Reader: Ron Gruzesky
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Crucifer: Shannon Lancaster
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Ushers: Scott & Michal Mello
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Security Lockup: Ron Gruzesky
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for coming weeks. This schedule is also posted on the window of the parish office. To change or add to the schedule, or to inquire about serving as a lay minister, please contact Deacon Rebecca Saager (curate@ascensionfrankfort.org).
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EVENSONG
for the Ending of a Pastoral Relationship for
The Rev. Cn. Elise Johnstone
scheduled for June 25
You are invited to an Evensong Service for the Ending of a Pastoral Relationship and Leave-taking from our Diocese for The Rev. Cn. Elise B. Johnstone, DMin, and family, to be held at St Michael’s Episcopal Church in Lexington on Friday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m., with light refreshments to follow. The service will also be livestreamed on St. Michael's Facebook Page and on the DioLex Facebook page. Masks will be required of all who attend as there will be singing indoors.
Choir members from congregations around the diocese are welcome to sing for this service. A rehearsal will be held at St. Michael's on Wednesday, June 23, at 7:00 p.m. for those who would like to participate. If you would like to be part of this special Evensong choir, please email St. Michael's Choir Director Ruth Witt at Music@saint-michaels.org, or call the St. Michael's Office at 859-277-7511.
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JULY BOOK STUDY
This July, we continue our summer practice, begun last year, of exploring a different faith tradition. Last summer we studied Judaism. This summer we'll take a look at Mormonism.
To lead our class, we welcome Dr. Benjamin Knoll. He is an Associate Professor of Politics at Centre College, a husband, and a father of three active young children. Ben was raised in the LDS (Latter Day Saints) Church, has been active in the Episcopal Church (Trinity Parish, Danville) for several years, and is currently enrolled at Bexley Seabury Seminary, our (mostly online) seminary in Chicago, where he is pursuing a Master's Degree in Divinity.
(or contact the church office by phone to 502-223-0557 or email to info@ascensionfrankfort.org to request a copy of the reading schedule).
There will also be some reading from the Book of Mormon, which can be accessed free online through this link:
PLEASE NOTE: the time for this class is different than our normal time. We will meet on Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on these dates:
July 6: The Mormon People, chapters 1 - 2
(please read before coming to the first class)
July 13: The Mormon People, chapters 3 - 4
July 20: The Mormon People, chapters 5 - 6
July 27: The Mormon People, chapters 7 - 8
Finally, we will offer an honorarium to Dr. Knoll for his time. IF you can contribute a bit to that, wonderful! If not, please do not let that stop you from taking the class. This is a fabulous opportunity to learn a lot about one of our own faith traditions in the United States.
Peter+
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Monday-Friday, July 19-23, 2021
at Church of the Ascension
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For the foreseeable future, Sunday worship will include both in-person and online worship. If you are comfortable attending live worship at the church, it is held at 9:30 a.m. If you are not yet comfortable attending worship at the church, we invite you to attend live worship through our Facebook page. One of the clergy will lead Morning Prayer on Facebook each Sunday, also at 9:30 a.m., and we will offer pre-recorded full services online as often as is possible/practical.
We are working on getting the technology to broadcast our services live from the sanctuary. We are intentionally taking our time to select the right options at the best price possible. We will update you once we have more information about this.
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 not everyone has been vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated or simply uncomfortable going without a mask, please wear a mask to worship. Signing in at the door, temperature checks, and social distancing are still required. Please check in personally with an usher when you arrive before taking a seat in the marked areas.
Nursery services are not currently available. Godly Play classes for youth are expected to return in the fall.
We DO now allow the in-person congregation to sing and to say prayers and responses aloud. Hallelujah!
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ABOUT OFFICE HOURS
Clergy and staff will begin spending more time in the office while continuing some work from home; personal meetings may be requested in advance. Church doors will remain locked if there is only one person in the building. However, full-time coverage is provided for telephone calls and messages via the magic of cell phones, so please call 502-223-0557 whenever you need to reach us!
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Ascension is seeking two paid, part-time nursery attendants to work with a small group of children, ages 0-4, on Sunday mornings, 9:00-11:30 a.m., and occasionally for special events (usually a couple of evening or weekend hours). This position is paid hourly and is part-time with no additional benefits. Must be over 18 and have/arrange reliable transportation.
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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: Holy Trinity Church, Georgetown – The Rev. Karen Workman Booth, Rector.
Recently in need of prayers: Allen; Angie; Arnold; Bill; Claudia; Correll; Darlene; George A.; George S.; Jan & Dale; Kathy; Linda P.; Lynda R.; Marie; Marilyn; Michele and family; Mildred; Noreen; Patricia; Ruth; and the students and staff of Stewart Home School.
Continuing concern: Adrianna; Ann; Barbara; Dan; Debbie; Dillard; Edith; Faye & Steve; Ginni; Jinks; John; Mac; Mary; Melissa; Mike & Susie; Nancy; Polly; and Rena. 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 much-needed rain and for the ability to worship together at the church.
Birthdays: 6/27 – Noah Campbell; 7/1 – John Martin.
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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