THE FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

 "Our Mission is to bear witness to God's love and invite, encourage, and prepare God's people to share that grace with others." 

Heartfelt Thank You to Rev. Frank Baltz & Rev. Roger Allen A Very Heartfelt Thank you to Rev. Frank Baltz and Rev. Roger Allen for the incredible job they did filling in at ECA while Fr. Paul was on Sabbatical. You blessed us greatly during this time. You are very appreciated!

Journeys Group Meeting This Saturday at 11:30 in the Activities Building 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.

Welcome Back Picnic This Sunday 9/10.  All are Invited!  Join us after the 10:30am Service this Sunday for a ‘Welcome Back Picnic’ for Father Paul (he has been on sabbatical). We will have food, fun and fellowship for all!  Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Note: No Christian Formation today in order to set up for this event. We will resume next week.

ECW invites all Women to join them for September's 'Food For Thought' Fellowship  Dinner will be on Tuesday 9/12 at 6:00pm at Family Traditions located at 4379 Towne Lake Parkway, Woodstock.  RSVP to Janice Maxwell. All Ladies are Invited!

ECA Choir is Starting Back Up at the 10:30AM Worship Services The ECA choir is starting up again, and voices are needed for this great ministry at our 10:30am service. Please contact Joe Lozier, Music director or any choir member if you are interested.

Care Givers Support Group to Meets via Zoom 9/12 at 7:30pm If you are involved with the care of someone with a terminal or chronic illness, you are invited to join this group. Led by Rabin Racoff, an experienced Certified Rehabilitation Counselor.  This group typically meets on the second Tuesday of each month via Zoom.  Contact Robin for more info 404-290-1550.

Calling all Tea-Time Ladies! Planning Meeting 9/13 at 10:30am Please join us on Wednesday, September 13 at 10:30am in the Activities Building to begin planning our next Tea. Your input is important and appreciated!

Contact: Cheryl Farr to learn more: farrcheryl@yahoo.com

ECA Reach Seeking Volunteers and Donations for Lunch at Church of the Common Ground 9/17 We are seeking volunteers and donations of: Bottled Water, Propel/Gatorade packets, Bananas, Vienna Sausages, Cheese/Peanut butter crackers. Please bring donations to church next Sunday. The Church of the Common Ground is a worshiping community of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, a church without walls, serving those on the margins of the city. If you have questions, please contact Janet Livingston or Cindy Lippert.

It’s Time Once Again for the Men’s Fishing Trip!  9/27 – 10/1 at Shell Island Reserve Space Now! It’s that time of year again when the Men of ECA and guests plan to head down to Shell Island Fish Camp for a weekend of fellowship, fishing, food & Fun. You can go down on Weds, Thu, or Fri, and you don’t have to fish. Reserve your space now with a $100 deposit. Email Father Paul to sign up. Click here to see details.

Reach Collecting Food items for Local Food Pantries, Thank you for your Continued Support   ECA supports local charities Never Alone and Papa’s Pantry in their food ministries. Please bring donations Sundays before worship. Thank you for supporting these local charities! 

September's Spotlight is on Faith & Spirituality! This ministry seeks to grow our faith through bible devotions, monthly 'Faith, Food & Fellowship' events, and planned spiritual retreats. Faith, Food & Fellowship typically meets on the third Wednesday of each month for a meal, fellowship, and faith based activities. Contact Robin Keith to learn more or to volunteer with this ministry.

Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available

(YTD) Through August 2023           Actual                 Budget                   +/- 

Revenues                                      $172,125          $181,611        $9,461

Expenses                                       $163,712          $186,729      $23,017

Net Year to                                    $8,438           ($5,119)        ($13,556)

Fr. Paul is available during the week, Monday - Thursday, for guidance, prayer, and support.

Fr. Paul is out of the office on Fridays. Please call 770-490-7234 or email rector@ecamarietta.org with any concerns, needs, or questions.

The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation

1673 Jamerson Road

Marietta, GA 30066

770-928-7916

www.ecamarietta.org

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