Church of the
Epiphany
4th Annual Parish
Meeting
Sunday, February 7,
2010
at Noon
in the Parish
Hall
All members are
invited and encouraged to attend.
Buffet lunch will
be provided.
Child care is
available.
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Dear friend,
This week's gospel reading
continues the story of Jesus in the temple, who
after reading the words of the prophet Isaiah
says, "today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing."
He does some explaining, some proclaiming, and
then a bit of story telling, but to no avail. The people
can neither hear nor accept that what he is saying is
good news, at least not for them.
How often does this happen to us? How often do
Jesus' words fall onto our own deaf ears?
I offer this "confession" written for the annual meeting
of the United Methodist Women's Caucus in 1976. It
may help open your ears, or your mind or your heart,
helping you to get ready for the word and Sacrament
we will share this Sunday. Listen up!
Peace,
Jennifer
"Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the
prophet's hometown." Luke 4:24
Confession
You asked for my hands
that
you could use them for your purpose.
I gave them for a moment
and
then withdrew for the work was hard.
You
asked for my
mouth
to speak against injustice.
I gave you a
whisper
that I might not be
accused.
You
asked for my
eyes
to see the pain of
poverty.
I
closed
them
for I did not want to
know.
You asked for my
life
that you might work through me.
I gave
you a fractional part
that I might not get involved.
God, forgive me
for
calculated efforts to serve you
only
when it is convenient to do
so,
only in places where it is safe to do so.
Creator God, forgive me, renew
me,
and send me out as a usable instrument,
that
I may take seriously the meaning of Your Cross.
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| This Sunday |
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Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
January 31, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend Edward Gammons
Christian Education at 9:15 a.m.
Godly Play-PreK-2: Parable of the Sower
Gr.
3-5: Parable Synthesis I
Adult Forum-Epiphany's recent history w/ Ruth
Porter
Bible Study- 1st & 2nd Timothy
Scripture readings:
Jeremiah 1:4-10
Psalm 71:1-6
1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Luke 4:21-30
Read these
lessons
Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Larry Fogarty
Lector-Tammi Miller
Usher-Chris Jenkins
Greeter-Betsy Kelley
Coffee Hour-Betsy
Kelley
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Mary Lambert
Eucharistic Visitor-Michelle Callahan
Lectors-Richard Marsland & Shirley Baker
Cantor-Bill Patterson
Acolytes-AJ Hess, Josh Hess & Samantha
Hess
Ushers-Bruce Lambert & Jean LeBreux
Altar Guild-Susan Bergstrand & Shirley
Baker
Greeter- DeAngelo
Family
Counters-Vivian Johnson & Bo Ivey
Coffee Hour-Dench Family, Judy Lockard,
Julie Trudeau
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| Take the Simple Challenge |
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Join the rector and her family in a community Lenten
journey. This challenge will involve action, reflection,
and relationship. We are invited to give up, take on,
and think about our role as stewards of God's
creation, our lives as consumers, and as followers of
Jesus Christ, our commitment to loving our neighbors
as ourselves.
The basics of the challenge:
During the season of Lent:
- 1) Refrain from buying anything new. Logical
exceptions to this include food, medicine, fuel, and
products that are essential for caring for our bodies
and homes. When making purchases, as much as
possible, consider the impact particular goods on you,
others and the environment.
- 2) Week by week, category by category, clear
out the clutter of your home, deciding to either give
away or throw away the excess.
In the Season of Easter:
Join with others who have taken the challenge in
hosting a "great give away". Sharing our gently used
and useful things with those in need, followed by a
yard sale. All the proceeds can be sent to the relief
effort in Haiti.
More details will follow. For now, begin considering
the challenge.
For a bit of food for thought, check out the video, "The
Story of Stuff" at www.storyofstuff
or during Coffee Hour on Sunday,
where it will be shown at one end of the parish
hall.
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| Meals to Members |
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As many of you may know and have possibly
benefitted from, the Meals to Members program is one
of the many ways the Pastoral Care Commission
ministers to the community members of Church of the
Epiphany. The act of bringing a meal to someone who
is ill, grieving, bed ridden etc. brings joy to both the
recipient and the giver. If you would like to offer your
gifts in this way, the Pastoral Care Commission would
welcome your contribution. Contact Gracelynn Rizzolo
at 401-728-2329 or ailuros11{at}verizon{dot}net.
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| Equal Exchange Coffee |
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Equal
Exchange, Fair Trade coffee will be offered for
sale during the coffee hour following both services
this Sunday, February 7. We will have both regular
($5.65 per bag) and decaf coffee ($6.65) available.
Contact Kathy Ivey at 401-270-0534 or kivey47{at}
hotmail{dot}com.
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| Bible Study |
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Join us for Bible study and fellowship, beginning
Monday, February 15 at 7:15 p.m. at the home of Bo
and Kathy Ivey. We'll meet twice a month, using the
Lectio Divina method of Bible reading. If you have any
questions, please call Kathy at 270-0534.
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| Improving Our Stewardship of Creation |
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Rhode Island Interfaith
Power & Light presents Improving Our
Stewardship of Creation Where are the
resources we need? This conference for clergy,
lay readers, parents, educators, business people,
students and other interested persons, will be held at
LaSalle Academy
on February 11 from 4:30 - 9:20 p.m.
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| Emergency Action - Haiti Earthquake |
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Contributions to the Haiti Fund will help provide critical
assistance in the aftermath of the January 12
earthquake. Episcopal Relief & Development is
working with its partners in affected areas to provide
technical aid; meet immediate needs such as food,
water, shelter and medical care; and coordinate a
long-term response. The agency is committed to
continuing its support throughout the recovery and
rehabilitation process.
Visit Episcopal Relief & Development's website,
for updated information on the crisis in Haiti and to
make an immediate, convenient and secure
contribution to Episcopal Relief & Development's Haiti Fund to help those affected
by the earthquake.
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| Upcoming Adult Forum Topics |
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- January 31: Epiphany's recent
history. Join church historian, Ruth Porter, as she
details the recent history of Church of the
Epiphany.
- February 7, 21, & 28: Parenting in
Faith- How do we welcome Christ into our homes
and the relationships we share in our families? How
are we nurtured in our faith as parents, how do we
pray with our children and how do we grow in Christ
as our children are growing? Join Jennifer as she
explores these topics. Please note that you do not
have to be a parent to attend; experienced parents and
grandparents are welcome.
- March 7, 14, 21, & 28, April 11, 18 and 25:
Being an Episcopalian in the 21st Century. Via
Media, the Anglican Way. This series is designed for
those who are preparing for confirmation or reception,
and those wishing to reaffirm their Baptismal Vows
before the Bishop. This is also for those interested in
learning more about the Church. We will be using a
DVD series called "Via Media" containing
Episcopalians of all sorts talking about what it means
to be a Christian within the Episcopal Church. The
individual sessions are on such topics as Jesus, the
church, the Spirit, and more. A detailed schedule will
be provided.
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| Next Sunday |
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Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
February 7, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Annual Parish Address: The Reverend Jennifer L.
Pedrick
Christian Education at 9:15 a.m.
Godly Play-PreK-2: Parable of the Good
Shepherd
Gr.
3-5: Parable Synthesis II
Adult Forum-Parenting in Faith
Bible Study- 1st & 2nd Timothy
Scripture readings:
Isaiah 6:1-8
Psalm 138
1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Luke 5:1-11
Read these
lessons
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