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Opening the Prayer Book
We as Anglicans understand that..."the way we pray
(together or individually) shapes the way we believe
and act." Along with the Bible and the Hymnal, the
Book of Common Prayer defines our beliefs, tradition,
and mission. Join Jennifer and Ned on all Sundays in
May at 9:15 a.m. for this Adult Forum series that
explores the Book of Common Prayer.
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Dear
Friend,
This is a big weekend in the life of our community and
in the lives of six of our members who will be
confirmed or received on Saturday by our Bishop,
Geralyn Wolf. I hope you will consider supporting
them by offering your prayers and your presence at
this service. On Sunday we will welcome the newly
confirmed and received members of our church at our
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist.
As we gather for Holy Eucharist this week we will hear
Jesus telling his disciples that they are to be a
community unlike any other group of people. He gives
them a commandment that sets them apart and that
is that they "love one another, as I have loved you."
His love for them is exemplified by sacrifice,
forgiveness, generosity and service. The
characteristics of this love are all focused on the well-
being of others, rather than on the benefits accrued by
the love giver. This is a great reminder that when we
do crazy things like spend a Saturday afternoon on
behalf of members of our community, praying for them
and, well, loving them, we do it for their sake,
regardless of how it fits into our own self interest and
schedules. It is the same on a Sunday morning. We
come together, in part, to love one another by our very
presence in this community gathered in Christ. So
take the opportunity to love one another - this
weekend at the Cathedral and at your church. Love
one another, as Jesus did - Show up in love!!
Jennifer
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| This Sunday |
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The Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 2, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend Jennifer L. Pedrick
Christian Education at 9:15 a.m.
Godly Play-PreK-5: The Crosses
Adult Forum-"Opening the Prayer Book"
Bible Study- The Gospel of Luke
Scripture readings:
Acts 11:1-18
Psalm 148
Revelation 21:1-6
John 13:31-35
Read these
lessons
Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Lisa Decker
Lector-Carl Mayse
Usher-Chris Jenkins
Greeter-Gerry McAvoy
Coffee Hour- Betsy Kelley & Mel
Inman
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Rhoda Bucci
Eucharistic Visitor-gracelynn Rizzolo
Lectors-Suellen Franze & Don Leggat
Cantor-Abbey McGrath
Acolytes- Shawn Magowan, Ariana Liceaga &
Ali Amaral
Ushers-Abby Hawryluk & Bruce Lambert
Altar Guild-Cal Loven & Carolyn Fogarty
Greeters- The Bennett
Family
Counters-Maurice Holmes & Gladys
Murino
Coffee Hour-Judy Lockard, Toppy Carlson,
Vivian Johnson & Brooke Fairman
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| Not By Bread Alone |
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Join us for a bread-baking retreat, tomorrow, May 1
from 9 - Noon in the church kitchen. We will bake
bread for the Eucharist as well as share a time of
prayer and fellowship. This is an opportunity to learn
to bake bread. All ages, genders and baking abilities
are most welcome.
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| East Bay Deanery |
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You are invited
to the East Bay Deanery
Confirmation/Reception
Saturday, May 1 at 2 p.m.
Cathedral of St. John,
Providence
Members being confirmed: John Grant,
Christopher Hayden, Briana Johnson, Lauren
Manning & Nathan Robitallie
Member being received: Raymond
Grant
Join us in supporting these members of Church of the
Epiphany.
All are welcome!
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| Community Garden |
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With last year's great success, many of you are
eagerly anticipating the Community Garden this year.
Now is the time to get ready, so if you are interested in
participating, please contact Anne Bryant. You can
have a plot, share a plot, invite your neighbors, or
simply help out occasionally. We welcome any level
of participation. If you are interested in being a part of
the Epiphany Community Garden or supporting this
ministry in any way, give Anne a call at 401-722-4699
or email her at adbotr@usa.net.
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| Bread of Life Food Pantry |
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Bread of Life Food Pantry-With all of the action around
the Great Giveaway and monthly food collections for
the pantry, some of you may be wondering how can
you get involved with the Food Pantry. If you would like
to get on the list to be called for the Food Pantry, you
can sign up on the sheet on the table in the entrance
of the church or contact Maurice Holmes: 401-433-
3192 or Mholmesjr{at}aol{dot}com.
Don't forget to bring in your food
donations this Sunday for the "First Sunday of the
Month" food offering. This month the Bread of Life
Food Pantry is asking for the following items:
Crackers, Beef Stew, Hamburger Helper and
Cereal.
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| Listening in on Diocesan Mission |
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The Diocesan Mission Task Force invites every
member of the diocese to participate in a listening
process to influence and inspire our future mission
priorities. Join one of these Gatherings!
- Wednesday, May 5, 6:30 p.m., St. Columba's,
Middletown
- Saturday, May 8th, 10 a.m., Church of the
Epiphany, Rumford
- Wednesday, May 12th, 7 p.m. St. Luke's, East
Greenwich
- Clergy Gathering: May 19th 10 a.m., St. Paul's,
Pawtucket
In addition to the listening "gatherings" we are linking
with other diocesan bodies such as the
Program and Budget Committee, Diocesan Council,
and the Bishop and her staff. We are also interviewing
individuals. If you would like to speak with one of the
task force members individually, please be in touch
with one. You can find more information, including the
resolution passed at the Diocesan Convention, on our
blog:
http://mission-task-
force.blogspot.com We will be glad to have you
join our conversation!
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| Next Sunday |
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The Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 9, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend Edward B. Gammons
Christian Education at 9:15 a.m.
Godly Play-PreK-5: The Crosses
Adult Forum-"Opening the Prayer Book"
Bible Study- The Gospel of Luke
Scripture readings:
Acts 16:9-15
Psalm 67
Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5
John 14:23-29
Read these
lessons
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