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Mother's and Others Day Brunch
Join us this Sunday, May 8, at 9 a.m. for a buffet of breakfast items along with a "made to order" omelet bar. Limited tickets still available and are $8 for adults, children 7 and under - free. Get your tickets today. Contact Judy Lockard: travelbyjudy{at}cox{dot}net or 401-434-5426.
Parish Goals for 2011
First goal: Discipleship
We will follow Jesus in ways that set our hearts on fire and empower us to love God and our neighbor.
Second Goal: Capital Plan and Campaign
Develop and execute a plan to maintain and improve the property entrusted to us, so that we may use our gifts of land and buildings to inspire and to invite others to experience God's presence in this place.
Third Goal: Communications
Develop and execute a plan to improve internal and external communications to invite and encourage members and guests to share in our common life.
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Dear
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Road to Emmaus by He Qi
One of the things that I cherish about being a parish priest is that people tell me of how they understand God working in their lives and in our church. This is never more prevalent than in the weeks following the Triduum and Easter Sunday. It is a gift when someone tells you how he or she has experienced the presence of God and they can convey their joy or wonder or gratitude for that. Someone recently told me how he experienced God's tenderness in the foot washing ritual shared with a member he had not met before. Another woman recently shared how she doesn't know quite why she came to our church during Lent, but that somehow she feels that God has called her here. I got an email this week that said, "I feel so loved by the people who have known me very little. I really can feel God's love and presence in your community. The true God's love keeps diminishing in our world today, so when you happen to feel it at this point in time when everyone thinks primarily about themselves and their families, I just praise GOD!" This recognition of God's love causes me to praise God too.
This third Sunday of Easter we will hear the Gospel story of the road to Emmaus. There are several men who experience Jesus on the road, but they don't instantly recognize him. It is only when he sits with them at table, takes the bread, gives thanks for it, and then breaks it and gives it to them, that they recognize him for who he is. They say, "Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road?" This is a familiar story, not only because we have heard it before, but because we probably have all had experiences when are hearts are moved by an experience of Jesus Christ, but we do not fully recognize it at the time. Sometimes we need to gather with others in worship, to have the scriptures opened to us and to be given the bread of Holy Communion before we recognize how Jesus is present and has been causing our hearts to burn within us.
I look forward to seeing members and friends as we come to the table to share breakfast and the Eucharist this Sunday. The disciples knew the Lord Jesus in the breaking of the bread, and so shall we. Our celebration of Easter continues!
Jennifer
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| This Sunday |
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The Third Sunday of Easter
May 8, 2011
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend Jennifer L. Pedrick
~ NO Christian Education classes~
Scripture readings:
Acts 2:14a,36-41
Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17
1 Peter 1:17-23
Luke 24:13-35
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Liturgical Ministers for this Sunday:
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Larry Fogarty
Lector-Carl Mayse
Usher-Chris Jenkins
Greeter-Tammi Miller
Coffee Hour-The Manning & Decker Families
10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Eucharistic Minister-Mary Lambert
Cantor-Linda Vaughan
Acolytes- Tyler Lockard, Cassie Taylor
& Cheyenne Lambert
Lectors-Tyler Lockard & Suellen Franze
Ushers-Bill Tierney & Richard Messier
Greeters-Sharon Bennett
Altar Guild-Mel Inman & Judy Lockard
Counters- Maurice Holmes & Suellen Franze
Coffee Hour- The Marsland & Messier Families
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| Spring Cleanup and Planting |
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The Building & Grounds Commission has planned today to spruce up the grounds of Church of the Epiphany. Bring your rakes, gloves and garden shovels this morning, Saturday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and enjoy the outdoors while beautifying our church. Contact Richard Messier: 401-728-4943, rmessier{at}cox{dot}net for more information.
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| Bishop Search Process |
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The Standing Committee and Diocesan Council, the groups that oversee the transition process leading to the ordination of the next Bishop of Rhode Island, are forming two committees to conduct the work of that process: a Search & Nomination Committee and a Transition Committee. Two forms related to the process can be found at the new search process website: www.episcopalrisearch.org
If individuals are interested in serving on one of these committees or wish to nominate qualified committee candidates, they are asked to read the Ministry Description & Qualifications and use the Application for Appointment form to submit any nomination(s) to the Standing Committee and Diocesan Council at committees@episcopalrisearch.org . Feel free to send any questions to that same email address. Information about progress in the transition process will be posted periodically at www.episcopalrisearch.org.
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| Parish Picnic |
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The annual parish picnic will take place on Sunday, June 5 at Noon, on the church grounds. There will be games and fun for all ages, so plan to come! This year, you're invited to bring a main dish, a side dish, or desert to share. Please sign up on the sheet located on the bulletin board in the entrance of the church.
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| The Hole in the Gospel |
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The Hole in our Gospel Book Discussion groups are being offered at three different times Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. (bring a sandwich). Please contact Kathy Ivey: 401-270-0534, Maurice Holmes: 401-433-3192, Judy Phillips: 401-438-6989 or Susan Bergstrand: 508-336-9156 (afternoon book group) with any questions. All groups will meet in the Parish Hall.
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| Resolve of New England |
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The Resolve of New England general infertility discussion groups are open forums facilitated by a volunteer peer leader. They will meet the first Thursday of the month in the Living room of Church of the Epiphany at 6 p.m. The group (for those with no children by birth) provides an opportunity to meet others who are facing similar challenges in a relaxed and confidential setting. Topics may include infertility treatment, dealing with friends and family, and coping strategies. Please register in advance by emailing: admin@resolveofthebaystate.org. Attend a meeting and simply listen in - or ask questions and share your experiences and strategies for coping, plus learn about helpful resources and other RESOLVE of the Bay State programs and services.
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| New Church Directory |
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Epiphany is producing a new pictorial directory and we are striving for 100% participation. The remaining photography dates are May 23 & June 8. Time is running out and NOW is the time to make your appointment. We are hoping everyone will have their photo included in the directory as this is a wonderful tool for communication among parishioners. Reserve your appointment time on the signup sheets on the bulletin board in the entrance of the church. Each family/household that participates will receive a complimentary directory and 8 x 10 custom color portrait. You will be able to view and select your portrait electronically from a variety of poses. The entire portrait sitting normally takes less than one hour. Contact: Gracelynn Rizzolo, 401-728-2329 or ailuros11@verizon.net.
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| Next Sunday |
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The Fourth Sunday of Easter
May 15, 2011
Holy Eucharist, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Sermon: The Reverend Edmund Harris
Christian Education classes, 9:15 a.m.
Godly Play-PreK-6: Helping Others in God's World
Adult Forum-The Hole in Our Gospel
Scripture readings:
Acts 2:42-47
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2:19-25
John 10:1-10
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