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What in God's name are we singing?
St. Augustine of Hippo is quoted as saying, "To sing is to pray twice." Music plays a huge role in our worship for good reason. Join Nat Taylor for two weeks of exploring our liturgical music and hymnody. This interactive, musical forum will be part history, part conversation, part singing, and totally fun for all ages. Join us at 9:15 a.m. this Sunday and next, July 18 & 25.
Summer Education Offering
How We Make Room
A summer conversation about the role of hospitality in our life together, led by Edmund Harris. Join us at 9:15 on Sunday mornings, August 1-22
August 1 - "Entertaining Strangers Unaware: Hospitality in the Old Testament" - What role did hospitality play for the people of God in Israel? We'll begin by retelling some of the oldest stories about hospitality.
August 8 - "The Least of These: Jesus and Hospitality" - What's distinctive about Christian hospitality? We'll look at what Jesus said about hospitality to his followers, and how
he embodied it himself.
August 15 - "The
Household of God:
Hospitality and the
Church" - What has
been the role of
hospitality in the
Church? Who has
offered it? And to whom have they offered it? This week, we'll look at what hospitality has meant for the Church over the centuries.
August 22 - "Hospitality and Church of the Epiphany" - What about hospitality right here in our own community? How are we hospitable to the outsiders in our midst? How might we be even more hospitable? Come share your own experiences of hospitality, both from Church and from your own lives.
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Dear
Friend,
During my last semester of seminary, I took a class on Christian art. We spent the whole semester
looking at sculptures and paintings based on stories from the Bible, including Velasquez's" Christ in
the House of Martha and Mary," inspired by this Sunday's Gospel from St. Luke (see above). On
the right-hand corner of the painting, you can see an image of Jesus' visit to the home of Martha and
Mary. You remember the scene: while Mary sits at the feet of Jesus, Martha is "distracted by her
many tasks." "Lord," she asks bitterly, "do you not care that my sister has left me to do all the work
by myself? Tell her then to help me."
In the foreground on the left side, another woman with a mortar and pestle in hand is busy
preparing a meal. Judging from the redness of her cheeks and scowl on her face, she is not exactly
carrying out her task with joy! Meanwhile, the older and wiser woman next to her gestures toward
the scene from the Gospel, as if to gently remind her of Jesus' words to Martha: "Martha, Martha,
you are worried and distracted by many things; there is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the
better part, which will not be taken away from her."
I confess that this story has always gotten under my skin-perhaps because it's more like holding a
mirror up to my own work ethic than I like to acknowledge! I mean for goodness sake, someone has
to make dinner! Someone has to clean the house! Someone has to walk the dog! And sometimes, when
no one offers to help, I just have to take matters into my own hands. It might not be pleasant, but
that's life. Sound familiar?
If we're honest, I suspect we can all recognize our own tendency to let our work overshadow our
relationships with God and one another. As followers of Jesus, though, you and I have been invited
to "choose the better part." Simply put, this means carving out time in the midst of our busy lives
for being present to God and to those we love. This might mean starting each day by sitting in
silence for ten minutes. It might mean saying Morning or Evening Prayer regularly. Or reading the
Bible. It might mean sitting down to dinner with family for a change. Or taking a walk in the
neighborhood with our spouse or a friend. Whatever it means for you, I invite you to take
advantage of the relaxed pace of summertime, and to practice being more fully present to all that
fills your life.
Edmund
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| This Sunday |
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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
July 18, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend George Warren
Bible Study, 9:15 a.m.
The Gospel of Luke
"What in God's name are we singing?", 9:15 a.m.
Scripture readings:
Amos 8:1-12
Psalm 52
Colossians 1:15-28
Luke 10:38-42
Read these
lessons
Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Lisa Decker
Lector-Susan Murphy
Usher-Arthur & Geri Manning
Greeter-Rhoda Bucci
Coffee Hour- Karin Hayden, Kathi Thurley, Robin Christensen, Carolyn DeOliveira
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Pat Jeffrey
Eucharistic Visitor-Gracelynn Rizzolo
Lectors-Susan McDonald & Bill Dench
Cantor-Linda Vaughan
Acolytes- AJ Hess, Josh Hess & Samantha Hess
Ushers-Jim Bryant & Betty Patterson
Greeters- The Dench Family
Altar Guild-Barbara Kent & Karen Turner
Counters-Suellen Franze & Bo Ivey
Coffee Hour- Denise & Richard Messier and Carol & Richard Marsland
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| Wanted: Godly Play Teachers! |
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Ever considered becoming a Godly Play teacher in our Sunday school program?
Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum, with a multi-sensory approach to telling Bible stories
using three-dimensional materials. The goal of Godly Play is to help children aged 3-11 to know
God and find direction in their lives while they are still young.
The Godly Play classroom is a place for children to be themselves; to come closer to the mystery of
God's presence; to learn the language of Christian people; to form community, and to take care of
one another. Sacred stories, symbols, and liturgical actions are invitations to enter into the work of
discovering.
A free Godly Play training will take place at Church of the Epiphany on Saturday, September 18
from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Please prayerfully consider whether the Spirit might be leading you to offer your time and talent to
this important ministry in our church.
For more information, or to RSVP for the training, contact Edmund at 401-434-5012 ext. #14 or edmund{at}epiphany{dot}org.
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| Park Cleanup |
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Jessica D'Alessandro, along with the RBNA* is planning a Park Cleanup on July 20 at 10 a.m. at the Onna Moniz-John Park/Central Avenue Park in East Providence. Signup on the sheet on the table in the entrance of the church or contact Jessica, 401-263-3294 or jessicajean23{at}verizon{dot}net. Check out the invitation on Facebook for more info.
*The RBNA (Red Bridge Neighborhood Association) was formed to work in partnership with neighbors, organizations, businesses and officials seeking to improve the City of East Providence' Red Bridge neighborhood. To preserve and promote our diverse, urban community as a safe place to live!
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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 this Sunday, July 18. We will have both regular ($6 per bag) and decaf coffee ($7) available. Contact Kathy Ivey at 401-270-0534 or kivey47{at}hotmail{dot}com.
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| Dancing with the Stars of Epiphany |
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When: Friday, August 6, 7- 9:30 p.m.
Where: Parish Hall
Put on your dancing shoes and bring your friends for an evening of dancing!
Please bring a dessert, appetizer, or a drink (no spirits, but the Holy Spirit) to share. We will have the dance floor cleared, and the tables set for a great evening out.
We hope to welcome all ages to the dance-floor, and there will be childcare including a movie and popcorn downstairs for tired tots.
We want to dance to the music of all the generations, so please submit the title and artist of up to three of your favorite tunes. Send your submissions to jennifer{at}epiphanyep{dot}org or or write them down on the sign-up sheet on the table in the entrance of the church.
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| Journey to Adulthood Pool Party! |
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Mark Your Calendars!
Are you part of Journey to Adulthood (Rite 13, J2A, YAC)? Then you're invited to a pool party! Come cool off, hang out with friends, and meet new people, including Edmund, Epiphany's new Assistant to the Rector.
When?: Sunday, August 15th 4 p.m.
Where?:Lockard Home, 193 Leonard Ave., East Providence, RI
Food will be provided. Just bring yourself, whatever you need to have fun in the water, and some sun block! See you there!
Questions? Call or email Edmund at 434-5012 Ext. #14 or edmund{at}epiphanyep{dot}org.
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| Upcoming Safe Church Trainings |
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Are you a Eucharistic minister, current or future Sunday school teacher, or regular volunteer at
Church? Have you attended a Safe Church Training before? If not, please plan on attending
one of these upcoming Safe Church Training workshops:
- August 28th at Trinity Church, Cranston (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
- September 25th at Church of the Transfiguration, Edgewood (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
Safe Church certification is required of all clergy, employees of the Diocese, licensed eucharistic
visitors, and those who regularly volunteer in Diocesan programs for children and youth.
For questions or to RSVP for the training, contact Edmund at 401-434-5012 ext. #14 or edmund{at}epiphany{dot}org.
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| Christmas in July |
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Stanley Street Treatment & Resources:
Those battling HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C and/or addiction need your assistance in securing personal items to help them maintain personal hygiene and self esteem as they start to rebuild their lives. Shirley Friend (401-835-3466 or amigosmf{at}cox{dot}net) will collect shaving cream, soap, deodorant, disposable razors, toothpaste and travel size shampoos and conditioners. A collection box for these items has been placed in the Parish Hall.
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| Next Sunday |
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Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
July 25, 2010
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend George Warren
Bible Study, 9:15 a.m.
The Gospel of Luke
"What in God's name are we singing?", 9:15 a.m.
Scripture readings:
Hosea 1:2-10
Psalm 85
Colossians 2:6-15
Luke 11:1-13
Read these
lessons
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