Volume 11, Issue #30
July 29, 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
Instructed Worship: During August, I will be leading instructed worship on two Sundays - August 15 and August 29. This means two things:
1) I will be talking through why we worship the way that we do: what do different parts of worship (and different objects that we use in worship) mean; how did our worship develop; etc.?
2) A chance for you to ask questions. COVID caused us to use a wide variety of worship over the past 16 months: the Eucharist that we are used to and in addition, what is called the daily office (morning prayer, evening prayer, compline).
Please think about the worship you have participated in during this time. What questions do you have? Were there things that were unusual, awesome, or just different than what you are used to? Please put together questions based on your experiences. If you have questions about some part of worship, others probably do, too and so your questions will interest and inform everyone.
Over the next three weeks, please send me any questions that you have. This gives me time to think about them and research them. I am happy to field questions during the services as well, but definitely prefer time to prepare.
Please email, text or call me with your worship questions. I look forward to learning together!
With Joy,
Peter+
The Rev. Peter Doddema
502-661-2742
P.S. In response to the recent COVID surge, we will again be taking temperatures as people arrive for worship, starting this Sunday, August 1.
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THE HVAC CAPITAL CAMPAIGN IS A GREAT SUCCESS!
Thanks Be To God.
We are pleased to announce that you responded to the request for funds to replace Ascension’s aging HVAC (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning) system in the main church with a current total of $59,419 in cash and pledges!!!!!
Work has already begun - executed by SORG Heating & Cooling and supervised by Jim King.
In a period of inflation, rapid pricing changes and the usual unknowns when dealing with repairs and replacements in an historic property, Ascension’s members have assured enough money to cover initial cost estimates and provide a contingency for costs impossible to determine prior to actual project work.
While the total costs will not be known until all work is complete, inspected, tested, and approved, we are confident that your generous gifts and pledges will meet current projections for the HVAC Project expenses.
When this HVAC Project work is completed and approved, we will calculate any excess between the final donation total and the actual total cost of this project. This calculation will not be possible until completion and approval of the HVAC replacement project in the historic main church.
Any excess will be addressed by recommending to the Finance Committee for action by the Vestry that individual donors be given the choice of:
1. Directing their proportionate share* of any excess to be held in a special fund designated for and restricted to “capital improvements” for Ascension’s building and grounds;
OR
2. Requesting an individual, cash refund for their proportionate share* of any excess.
* Each donor’s proportionate share being the calculated percentage of their individual donation as compared to the total amount raised.
We provide this information this in the spirit of celebration, transparency and interest in your comments on the proposed recommendation. We will provide updates as the work progresses.
The Church of the Ascension is so blessed to have such a caring and giving church family. Please thank and celebrate each other for your remarkable generosity and stewardship.
Thank you, beloved friends!
Ginni Fox
Capital Campaign Co-Chair
Jim King
Junior Warden, Finance Committee Chair
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Tenth Sunday
after Pentecost:
Proper 13
August 1, 9:30 a.m.
HOLY EUCHARIST, Rite II
OPEN for live, in-person service inside the church.
ALSO this week: Morning Prayer 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, August 1
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Ushers: Laura & Kristi Buffenmyer
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Security Lockup: Kristi Buffenmyer
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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 September is posted above and also displayed on the window of the parish office.
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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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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: The Church of the Ascension, Frankfort - The Rev. Peter Doddema, Priest-In-Charge; The Rev. Dr. William Brown, Assisting Priest Emeritus, Retired; The Rev. Dcn. Rebecca Saager, Curate;
The Rev. Dcn. Sue Kurtz, 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 a successful Reading Camp, and for the ongoing HVAC replacement.
Birthdays: 8/1 - Luke Purvis, Jillian Word; 8/5 - Mike Oder.
Anniversaries: 8/7 - Rick & Sue Kurtz, 50th!
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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