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Godly Play Classes this Sunday
Contrary to what was previously announced, there
will
be Godly Play classes this Sunday, May 9. The
PreK-K
and 1-2 Grade classes will combine and hear the
story of Holy Baptism; Grades 4 & 5 will hear the story
of the Circle of the Holy Eucharist.
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,
The impact of Jesus' victory in the Cross and
Resurrection is so great that we need, year after year,
to spend the whole Great Fifty Days looking at Easter
through many lenses. This week, let's try just one. In
the Revelation to John, the writer
gives us an image of the final result of what we
celebrate in this season. God completes his work of
love; heaven comes to earth. All is transformed in love
into staggering loveli-ness. Think on the beauty we
see
around us; in nature, art, music; above all, in loving
people. Wait 'til we see what God does in love and
beauty.
Easter blessings,
Ned
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| This 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-3: Holy Baptism
-Gr. 4 &
5: Circle of the Holy Eucarist
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
Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Roger Decker
Lector-Tammi Miller
Usher-Gerry McAvoy
Greeter-Betsy Kelley
Coffee Hour- Arthur & Geri
Manning
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Pat Jeffrey
Eucharistic Visitor-Michelle Callahan
Lectors-Kristin Chase & Shirley Baker
Cantor-Linda Vaughan
Acolytes- AJ Hess, Bella DeAngelo &
Samantha Hess
Ushers-Jean LeBreux & Bill Tierney
Altar Guild-Kathy Ivey & Susan Bergstrand
Greeters- The Chase
Family
Counters-Vivian Johnson & Toppy Carlson
Coffee Hour-Virginia Rocha, Shirley Baker &
Carolyn McDonough
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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!
- 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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| Equal Exchange, Fair Trade Coffee |
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Through our outreach commission we offer fair trade
coffee for sale as a ministry. Purchasing it supports
farmers in earning a fair wage for their work as well as
promoting sustainable agriculture. We buy direct from
the co-op and there is no "profit" to our church. The
coffee is excellent and tastes even better knowing that
it is ethically grown and marketed. Coffee will be
offered for sale during the coffee hour following both
services next Sunday, May 16. We will have both
regular ($5.65 per bag) and decaf coffee ($6.65)
available. Contact Kathy Ivey at 401-270-0534 or
kivey47@hotmail.com.
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| Community Garden - Garden Party |
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There will be a Garden Party on May 22 from 9 a.m - 1
p.m. at Church of the Epiphany. This will be a chance
to share plants and enjoy fellowship! We will
designate a bed for the food pantry as well as one for
flowers that will be used in the church. These are
common areas and help will be needed to maintain
them. Please bring:
- Plants - vegetables & flowers for food pantry &
flower beds
- Tools, Stakes, & Markers
Any questions please call Anne at 401-722-4699. If
you are interested in your own plot or a plot to share
please contact Anne before May 22.
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| Dinner & a Movie Night |
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"If you were to meet ten average Americans on the
street, nine of them would say they believe in God. So
why is the Gospel of Love dividing America?" Come
join us, Friday, May 21 as we view "Lord, Save Us
From Your Followers" and take a closer look at what's
dividing our country, believers and non-believers alike,
and how we can begin to bridge those gaps. Dinner
starts at 6 p.m. Please bring a dish to pass. The
movie will begin at 7 p.m. with a discussion to follow.
Childcare will be provided.
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| "Joshua: a Parable for Today" Book Group |
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Come join the June book group, led my
Michelle Callahan, as we read the national
bestseller "Joshua: a Parable for Today" by
Joseph F. Girzone. We will be meeting
Tuesday's at 7 p.m., beginning June 8, in the
Living Room- bring yourselves and bring a
friend if you'd like. Embark on this
fictional journey and meet Jesus (Joshua)
today in our lifetime. Have you ever
wondered how Jesus would live and act today
in our modern society and still remain true
to his beliefs? Come and see. Books may be
purchased through Amazon.com;
both new and
used copies are available-some for as little
as 1 cent. If you have any questions, please
contact Suellen Franze 508-243-0650 or
Michelle Callahan 401-480-6923.
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| Celebration of New Ministry |
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Your prayers are requested for the May
twenty-second
Celebration of New Ministry at which the Rt.
Rev'd
Mark M. Beckwith, Bishop of Newark will
institute the
Rev'd Timothy H. Burger as the sixth Rector
of All
Saints' Church, Glen Rock, NJ. Tim's new
address is:
11 Berkeley Place, Glen Rock, NJ 07452
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| Next Sunday |
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The Seventh Sunday of Easter:
The Sunday after Ascension Day
May 16, 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: Synagogue and the
Upper
Room
Adult Forum-"Opening the Prayer Book"
Bible Study- The Gospel of Luke
Scripture readings:
Acts 16:16-34
Psalm 97
Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21
John 17:20-26
Read these
lessons
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