Volume 11, Issue #29
July 22, 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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THANK YOU
to all who helped, and all who prayed.
The campers had a great week!
The week’s activities included daily story times and journaling with fun ways to improve reading-related skills, water and table games, crafts, and more, and included field trips to Paul Sawyier Public Library, the Salato Wildlife Center, Broadway Clay, and Life House. Our talented and dedicated kitchen staff provided daily breakfast and lunch for all.
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FROM PETER'S PEN
This week, the halls and sanctuary of Ascension are filled with kids, counselors, HVAC technicians, and a well-loved pit bull. The smells of good food (homemade mac n' cheese; pulled pork; etc.) and the sounds of children learning are in the air.
It is a DELIGHTFUL time to be at the Church of the Ascension! I can feel God's Spirit laughing and dancing in the midst of all of this goodness. The children are being given gifts of time, attention, and learning that they will carry with them all through their lives. The investment that Ascension is making in them right now - one week - will benefit them for years.
One of my joys during this week is chatting with our volunteers and learning more about their stories. Most have been volunteering and caring for others all of their lives and this is where I am especially proud of Ascension. Reading Camp, as powerful and impactful as it is, is only one aspect of the Kingdom work that you do. Service for God and for our neighbors is the way you live your lives and this is a beautiful thing.
Thank you, Deacon Rebecca, and all of our Reading Camp volunteers: well done!
Thank you, Ascension: you grow God's Kingdom a little more every day!
With Joy,
Peter+
The Rev. Peter Doddema
502-661-2742
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CHALICE OPTION
As we continue to return to more "normal" worship practices, we have begun using a common chalice again, by intinction only (aka "dipping your wafer in the cup").
If you prefer to receive a sip of wine rather than intinction, please let the deacons know before the service starts so that they can have an individual plastic communion cup set aside for you.
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MORE SERVICES RETURN
All are welcome at these smaller, more intimate gatherings for worship, prayer and fellowship:
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WEDNESDAY daytime services have returned to the Ascension chapel, led by Father Peter Doddema. All are welcome to pray the Anglican rosary with us (optional), starting at 1:00 p.m. The Holy Eucharist service begins promptly at 1:15, concluding by 2:00 p.m.
SATURDAYS: Starting on August 7, Saturday Taizé services will resume starting at 5:00 p.m., led by Father Peter in the chapel.
Again, thank you for your patience as we carefully, prayerfully resume our usual worship practices. Our goal is to worship God and to keep everyone as safe as possible.
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Ninth Sunday
after Pentecost:
Proper 12
July 25, 9:30 a.m.
HOLY EUCHARIST, Rite I
OPEN for live, in-person service inside the church.
ALSO this week: Pre-recorded service inside the church with Ascension clergy - online at 9:30 a.m.
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Please join us outdoors in the cloister garden immediately after the 9:30 service to bless the newly renovated garden and fountain. |
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Ascension has TWO addresses on Facebook:
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Schedule for Sunday, July 25
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Lector, Crucifer, & Security Lockup: Shannon Lancaster
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Ushers: Jordan Masters & Lara Heady
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If you are not able to serve as scheduled, please contact Leah MacSwords, verger, as soon as possible prior to the service to let her know that a substitute is needed (email lcmacs@aol.com or call 502-545-0437).
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Your participation is important!
To inquire about serving as a lector, crucifer, chalice bearer, or usher, please contact Deacon Rebecca Saager
The schedule for Lay Ministries for August and beyond is currently being revised by Deacon Rebecca - watch for it to be re-posted here and also displayed on the window of the parish office.
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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 are spending more time in the office while continuing some work from home and 'round about the parish; personal meetings may be scheduled 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! (If we don’t answer immediately, please leave a message so we may return your call as promptly as possible.)
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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: Christ Church Cathedral, Lexington – The Very Rev. Carol Wade, Dean and Rector; The Rev. Laura Masterson, Associate Rector for Outreach and Welcome; The Rev. Dcn. Paula Ott, Deacon.
Recently in need of prayers: Allen; Angie; Arnold; Bill; Claudia; Correll; Darlene; George A.; George S.; Jan & Dale; Jesse; Kathy; Linda P.; Lynda R.; Marie; Marilyn; Michele and family; Mildred; Noreen; Patricia; Ronnie; Ruth; and the students and staff of Stewart Home School.
Continuing concern: Adrianna; Ann; Barbara; Dan; Debbie; Dillard; Edith; Faye; 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, and Tanner.
Thanksgivings: for the Reading Camp volunteers; for a successful Reading Camp, and for the ongoing HVAC replacement.
Birthdays: 7/18 – Lucy Saunderson; 7/19 – Betsy Moore; 7/21 – Jack Bates; 7/22 – William Legg; 7/24 – Tracy Lamb; 7/30 – Judith Spencer.
Anniversaries: 7/29 – Mike & Susie Oder; 7/30 – Dave Obradovich & Katie Daugherty.
Recently Deceased: Steve Thacker (husband of Faye Thacker).
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, Assisting 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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