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Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 1101 Sunset Drive P. O. Box 116 Guntersville, AL 35976 256-582-4897
www.EpiphanyGuntersville.org
August 2016
Editor: Rusty Ogden
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August 7, 10:30am
Children, youth and teachers will be heading back to school soon! Please join us for our “blessing of the back-packs” where we will ask God’s blessing for children, youth, teachers and parents as we resume our school routines and some start new school routines. Bring your school backpacks or other bags used at school.
August 14
Please join us on August 14th for an Ice Cream Social to welcome everyone back from summer
vacations. Join us in Sanderson hall following the 10:30 a.m. service for a light lunch and ice cream,
you scream, we all scream for ice cream!
"CELEBRATION OF GOD'S GENEROUS GIFTS"
ALL are invited to a "Celebration of God's Generous Gifts" Wednesday, August 17th, 5:30-7:30, Nursery provided. The Vestry will prepare grilled ribs, hot dogs for the kids, coleslaw, rolls and drinks. Please bring a salad or dessert to share. Join us in Sanderson Hall for dinner; be inspired by our garden, and celebrate with songs a special Eucharist on the patio at Woodall Commons!
On August, 21st, we will hold an Acolyte meeting immedi-ately after the 10:30 a.m. service for a training and refresh-er course in all of the various duties performed by acolytes. Lunch will be provided.
Anyone interested in becoming an acolyte is welcomed to attend. If you are currently an acolyte, you need to attend. Several of you have expressed a desire to partici-pate in other acolyte duties. All, veterans and newbies, are very welcomed to train for whatever service you would like to perform. Just let Tiffany [email protected] Or Will Smith [email protected] know ahead of time.
On that note, we will especially needs adults willing to train as Torch Bearers for regular Sunday services Frankly, most of the batch of youth serving now are growing at a rapid pace and want to graduate to serving at the altar itself. Please, give this some thought.
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The Rite of Confirmation for Young People
The Book of Common Prayer tells us the following regarding the Rite of Confirmation:
“In the course of their Christian development, those baptized at an early age are expected, when they are ready and have been duly prepared, to make a mature public affirmation of their faith and commitment to the responsibil-ities of their Baptism and to receive the laying on of hands by the bishop.”
Some have asked important questions: when is Confirma-tion appropriate for a young person? Is my child ready?What opportunities for youth Confirmation Classes do we have at Epiphany? Hopefully, this will answer some of your questions.
At Epiphany, there is no “automatic age” for Confirmation, as some have experienced it in the Episcopal tradition in the past. If we "say what we mean, and mean what we say" about this very important moment in our life of faith, then it is easy to see why there is nothing automatic about it.
When a young person becomes capable of taking such an important step, we want to do all we can to encourage them (regardless of age). But in order that we have some guide and parameters, however, we follow diocesan guidelines. In practical terms, that means that this pro-cess is appropriate for those young people thirteen years of age and older who show themselves capable of making such a decision.
We encourage parents to discuss this rite with their young person. Talk about what it means to make a statement of their faith and belief. Discuss the idea of making a pledge and becoming a full, committed member of our Christian tradition and the parish of Epiphany. Talk about making this decision for themselves, not for the sake of the wants and desires of anyone else.
When you have had such a discussion, and wish to proceed, please contact Shelly Hardin at the church office. [email protected]
We are seeking to determine the level of interest in a possible Fall Youth Confirmation Class. We must have at least three students to conduct such a class; with fewer than three students the curriculum does not work well. Classes would be taught by Fr. Aaron and Shelly and held on Sunday afternoons (3:30 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.) weekly for approximately eight weeks.
These students would then be confirmed in January when Epiphany receives its yearly visitation from the Bishop. That visit will take place on Sunday, January 8th, 2017.
TELEVISION WATCHING An overlooked health risk?
Mayo Clinic HealthLetter, July 2016 www.HealthLetter.MayoClinic.com
Watching TV or videos may be a potentially over-looked health risk, a new study shows. In the study, every two-hour increment of daily TV watching increased the risk of death over the 14-year course of the study by 14 percent. The research, published in American Journal of Preventive Medicine, looked at questionnaires from more than 200,000 Americans in good health between the ages of 50 and 71. The overall increased risk of death over the course of the study associated with TV watching was mainly due to much larger increases in risk of dying of several diseases, including diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, liver or lung disease, flu or pneumonia, heart disease, and—to a lesser extent—cancer. Researchers also divided the subjects into a group that got more than four hours of physical activity a week, and a group that got less physical activity. When compared, the inactive group predictably fared worse than the more active group when amounts of TV watching were the same. However, being active didn’t cancel out the negative effects of TV. This research has some limitations, but it’s confirma-tion of other studies that have come to similar conclu-sions. If you watch TV, keep it to a minimum. Avoid snacking and instead look for ways to stay active. If you do watch TV, try walking during commercials, or perhaps walking on a treadmill, riding an exercise bicycle or doing chores when the TV is on.
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VESTRY LIAISONS
Building & Grounds
Grant Armstrong
Dave Burks
Sam Harrison
Christian Outreach & Service
Rick Cooley
Linda Katz
Jan Maxwell
Faith Formation
Jim Coleman
Rick Cooley
Sam Harrison
Fellowship
Jim Coleman
Sam Harrison
Barry Jones
Memorial Garden
Jan Maxwell
Office and Communication
Grant Armstrong
Doug Cook
Sara Hembree
Pastoral Care
Jack Frost
Barry Jones
Linda Katz
Stewardship
Sara Hembree
Linda Katz
Jan Maxwell
Worship
Dave Burkes
Doug Cooke
Rick Cooley
The days are drawing near when our students (and teachers!)
will make their way back to school. The season of summer is dwindling
to its final few days. With a new school year come new books and new
faces, challenging classes, and school sports. At our house, Jacob, Lydia
and Michael are studiously ignoring the calendar so they can enjoy the
last few days outside the classroom!
I am reminded that as Christians we are called to be life-long
learners – “seekers” for new ways to know God and experience God’s
love. In the Episcopal Church, we have been given a special place to
enjoy our role as students. Ours is a tradition that respects history,
scholarship, and critical thinking.
I remember my graduation from seminary (quite a few years ago
now) as if it were yesterday. The single thought that stands out is the
realization that after three years of work, I thought I’d only just gotten a
good start! I could have easily spent three more years in an academic
setting, just catching up on the things I missed the first time around.
God gave us the gift of reason and intelligence in order that we
might best enjoy the Creation. Everything from scientific pursuits to
writing poetry (and all things in between) can be expressions of the love
that God has for us. We share the creative and imaginative impulse with
the divine. In fact, many would argue that we are closest to God when
we are creating, imagining and discovering.
As you know, the “church year” closely follows the school year in
terms of programs and offerings in Faith Formation. As the year ramps
back up, I look forward to sharing time with you – fellow students – ex-
ploring our lives together in Christ at Epiphany.
Sharpen your pencils and pull out your notebooks. School is
about to be in session!
Yours in Christ,
Fr. Aaron+
(the waning days of) Summer, 2016
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9:30 am – 10:15 am Sunday mornings Children
Room 204 – Children in Kindergarten through 2nd grade Room 207 – Children in 3rd through 5th grades
Youth Youth Loft in Woodall Commons youth in 6th & 7th grades Woodall Commons (downstairs) youth in 8th through 12th grades
Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) where youth in 6th through 12th grades come together to share a meal, spiritual formation and fun! We participate in commu-nity outreach, go off-campus for fun fellowship and join other Episcopal youth for diocesan activities.
Jr. EYC is for 6th & 7th grade youth and Sr. EYC is for 8th through 12th grade youth.
Please join us!
Sunday 5:00pm – 7:00pm Sr. EYC meets in the Youth Loft in Woodall Commons
Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist in the nave 6:00 p.m. dinner in Sanderson Hall 6:30 p.m. Jr. EYC meets in the Youth Loft in Woodall Commons Sr. EYC meets in the library
Looking for a way to serve? Would you like to meet some of our young people? Providing a meal for Sr. EYC is a way to do both! Spaghetti, chilli, casseroles, sub sandwiches, tacos and more are all good options. Please refrain from pizza as pizza is our last minute go-to meal in the event a meal is not provided. We invite you to join us for the meal and our planned activity. If the culinary arts are just not your thing, please donate $35 to EYC to help us purchase food to prepare a meal (be sure to note EYC meal in the memo area of your check).
To sign up CLICK HERE
Wednesday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Children in kindergarten through 5th grade gather for faith formation, fun and fellowship. The Work-shop Cycles curriculum is used to provide creative, hands-on activities to help children learn the stories of God and God's people through art, music, drama, cooking and play. Come join the fun!
Room 204 - Kindergarten through 2nd grade
Room 207 – 3rd through 5th grades
Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) Dates for August
Jr. EYC (6th & 7th grades)
Date Time/Location Activity
Aug 17 5:30pm - Sanderson Hall Parish Celebration
Aug 24 6:30pm - Youth Loft
Aug 31 6:30pm - Youth Loft Game Night
Date Time/Location Activity
Aug 14 5:00pm - Youth Loft Welcome & check in
Aug 17 5:30pm - Sanderson Hall Parish Celebration
Aug 21 5:00pm - Youth Loft
Aug 24 6:30pm - Library
Aug 28 5:00pm - Youth Loft
Aug 31 6:30pm – Youth Loft Game Night
Sr. EYC (8th – 12th grades)
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The annual pilgrimage honoring slain civil rights advocate Jonathan Myrick Daniels and others who were killed in Alabama during the 1960s movement, is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in Hayneville.
Jonathan Daniels was an Episcopal seminarian who answered the call of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to help register African-American voters in Alabama. He was shot and killed on Aug. 20 1965, while shielding then 16-year-old Ruby Sales from a shotgun blast as she attempted to enter a store to buy something to drink. Daniels was added to the Episcopal Church Calendar of Saints and Martyrs in 1994 to be remembered each Aug. 14.
The pilgrimage begins at the Courthouse Square in Hayneville. The procession will go to the old county jail where Daniels was among those detained for a week after being arrested in Ft. Deposit for picketing whites-only business-es. The procession will then move to the site of the old Cash Grocery Store where Daniels was killed. The pilgrim-age will end at the Courthouse where a service of Holy Communion will take place in the courtroom where the man who shot Daniels was tried and acquitted by an all white jury of men. The Rt. Rev. Santosh Marray, Alabama’s assistant bishop, will preach.
Following the service lunch will be available for purchase from vendors on the first floor and outside the court-house. Commemorative t-shirts will also be available for purchase.
A tent equipped with television monitor and fans will be set up in the park across the street in the event of an over-flow crowd.
This year, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Selma will host the Young Pilgrims Lock-in Aug. 12. Click here for additional information.
Annual Jonathan Daniels Pilgrimage set for Aug. 13 in Hayneville
July 25, 2016 By DioAla Staff
Join us in community Labor Day weekend at Camp McDowell in Nauvoo, Alabama. The weekend will be full of opportunities to reconnect with your heritage and obtain forgotten knowledge leading you
back to your roots. It will begin Friday night with the option to stay until Monday! The weekend will include class time, free time, old time dancing and corn shucking, culminating with a champagne brunch Sunday at the barn.
Classes being offered: Mushroom Foraging Preserving/Pickling
Creek to Table Flower Arranging
Small Animal Processing Cheese making Soap Making
Natural Fermentation Garden-to-glass Bread making
Jam Sessions and much more!
*Cost $110-$310 depending on type of lodging selected.
Click HERE for more information and registration.
The 34th Annual Live & Silent Auction will take place on Thursday, November 3rd, beginning with silent auction and hors d'oeuvres at 5:30 p.m. with the Live Auction beginning at 7:15 p.m.
We are looking for parishioners to join this amazing ministry and need lots of different skills to make this the best FUNdraiser yet. There are little details that need to be ironed out and YOU are just the person to make it happen. Below you will see just a few areas where you are needed.
*Food Team *Beverage Team *Decoration Team *Muscle Crew (before& after) *Silent Auction Team *Live Auction Team *IT Team *Checkout Team *Procurement Team *Entertainment Team *Program Team
Please contact Tiffany Martin to find out more and join us to help raise money for our Outreach Minis-
If you are seeking more knowledge on spirituality from contemporary authors, please join the Monday Morning Book Club. Beginning Monday, August 1st, we will be dis-cussing the first three chapters of Dr. John Shelby Spong's The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic. We meet at 10:00 am in the Library.
BEANS & RICE MINISTRY celebrates 1st Anniversary!
Epiphany's "Beans & Rice" Ministry started a year ago last August with the mission to provide nourishing food to those in need. This ministry is a project of Epiphany Out-reach.
On the 2nd Saturday every month, our signs get set-up, along with our blue tent out by the street and then from 10 -1 we distribute shopping bags with 2lbs of beans and 2lbs of rice in each, to anyone who has a need.
Many times our Epiphany Youth join us to distribute the bags, often putting in bread and cookies they bake. We also have parishioners who bring by bags of onions or fruit to include in the bags.
When we started the "Beans & Rice" Ministry, we distrib-uted less then 20 bags, now we distribute 50-60 bags a month. During the winter, Sam Harrison generously fixed B&R soup which folks really enjoyed as a filling hot meal. We have even had the Guntersville Fire Department stop by and pick up bags of B&R to deliver to seniors.
We invite any of the Epiphany Ministries to join us in the B&R Ministry. This Fall we will be adding certain food items like small cans of meat and fruit in order to provide more nutritious meals.
Watch for the Fall In-Gathering to support increasing our Outreach Food Supply.
If you would like more information about the Beans & Rice Ministry please contact Epiphany's Office.
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There will be a meeting of the Hospitality/Fellowship Ministries Sunday, August 7, at 12:00 N in Sanderson Hall. Epiphany is moving right along and we need to go with it. We have a wonderful group of people with great talent we can use. Please consider sharing your gifts with us. You may contact Jackie Camper at (256) 506-4356 or Sam Harrison at (256) 673-3457. Blessings, Jackie Camper
Monday Morning Book Club
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If there are questions or comments, please call Charlene Mason, Financial Assistant at 256-582-4897.
The minutes of the vestry are posted on the bulletin board across from the office.
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Contact Information: Church Phone: 256-582-4897 [email protected] [email protected] www.EpiphanyGuntersville.org
Join us for a Celebration of
Our Ministry With Bishop Santosh & Lynn Marray
Sunday August 28th
3:30 Reception
5:00 Service
St. Mary's on the Highlands 1910 12th Ave South
Birmingham, Al 35205
In honor of Bishop Marray's ministry with us, we invite
you to give a monetary gift to help support the ministries and missions of the Diocese of Easton. Gifts should be sent
to Carpenter House and made out to the Diocese of Ala-bama marked 'Bishop Marray Fund' or made on-line at
www.dioala.org
CLICK HERE TO GIVE
Marshall County schools
begin August 4.
Guntersville schools begin
August 10.
Please Drive Carefully.
We are saddened by the death, July 28, of Bill Barker’s father-in-law, Myron Harold Collins of Live Oak, FL. The Epiphany family extends our sym-pathy, love, prayers and support to Bill and Bonnie Barker and family.
Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord. And let light perpetual shine upon him.
Greeters make sure our parishioners and guests
are welcomed to Epiphany. They also carry the
oblations up to the altar and help the ushers pass
the offertory plates.
If you would like to participate, please contact
Maggie Muegge at [email protected]
Breakfast and Wednesday Night Meals Returning
The suggested donation for breakfast and dinner: $5 for adults, $3 for children under ten with six and under eating for free.
Breakfast will be served every Sunday at 8:45 a.m. beginning August 14.
Wednesday nights begin August 17 at 6:00 p.m.
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CODE: CC—Children’s Church; DOK—Daughters of the King; HE—Holy Eucharist; SS—Sunday School; Birthdays in italics
August 2016
September October November
5 OFFICE CLOSED for LABOR DAY 2 Blessing of the Animals . 3 Annual Auction
11 Bring a Friend Sunday and Parish Picnic 26 Fall Festival 19 Holiday Bazaar
20 Vestry meeting 30 Parish Elections 24 Thanksgiving Day
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 Monday Morning Book Club 10am
Stewardship Ministry 6pm
Lisa Pate
2 Morning Prayer
9am
3 Healing Service
11:30am
4 Morning Prayer
9am
Bob Amburn
5 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
7am
Paula Dabney Matt Moses Lilli-Grace
Reeves
6
7 HE 8 & 10:30am Nursery 9:30am
Lectionary 9:30am Children’s Church 10:30 Blessing of Backpacks
10:30am
Hospitality/Fellowship Ministry mtg 12N
8 Monday Morning Book Club 10am DOK 11:30am
Health & Wellness 6pm
David Roadruck Brittany Rungruang
9 Morning Prayer
9am Auction Team mtg
6pm Buildings and
Grounds 6:30pm
10 Healing Service
11:30am
Judith Brown Jack Hyatt
11 Morning Prayer
9am Finance Ministry
mtg 6pm
Doug Cooke Matthew Morris
12 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
7am
Jean Cobb
13 Brotherhood of St. Andrew 8am Beans & Rice 10am—1pm
14 HE 8 & 10:30am Breakfast 8:45am Lectionary 9:30am
SS & Nursery 9:30am Outreach mtg 9:30a.m
CC 10:30am
Sr. EYC 5pm
15 Monday Morning Book Club 10am
Lucy Alves Kathrine Birch
Hudson Epperson Sam Jones
Kathy Thomas
16 Morning Prayer
9am Vestry mtg
6:30pm
17 Healing Service
11:30 Celebration of
God’s Gifts 5:30pm—7:30pm
Hack Ross
18 Morning Prayer
9am
Bonnie Barker Jeannine Wilder
19 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
7am
Ray Klaver Ana McKenney
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21 HE 8 & 10:30am Breakfast 8:45am Lectionary 9:30am
SS & Nursery 9:30am CC 10:30am
Acolyte Training 12N Sr. EYC 5pm Bryce Blair
Jennifer Moore
22 Monday Morning Book Club 10am DOK 11:30am
23 Morning Prayer
9am
24 Healing Service
11:30 Eucharist 5:30pm Nursery 5:30pm
Dinner 6pm Programs 6:30pm
Jr. & Sr. EYC 6:30pm
25 Morning Prayer
9am
26 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study
7am
Elizabeth Mayberry
27 Brotherhood of St. Andrew 8am Ultreya 5:30pm
28 HE 8 & 10:30am Breakfast 8:45am Lectionary 9:30am
SS & Nursery 9:30am CC 10:30am Sr. EYC 5pm
29 Monday Morning Book Club 10am
Ann Branum Wyatt Martin
30 Morning Prayer
9am
Skip Harborth Nancy McAllister
31 Healing Service
11:30 Eucharist 5:30pm Nursery 5:30pm
Dinner 6pm Programs 6:30pm
Jr. & Sr. EYC 6:30pm
Kay Meleski Robin Moore
Katherine Woodall
Vestry Person for August
Rick Cooley 256-455-0021
12N