Bishop Chris Wants to Pray for You

Part of what any Anglican Bishop does is visit the churches of his diocese. Bishop Chris will be coming to visit Epiphany on January 26. Part of what Bishop Chris does when he visits is to pray over those who are being confirmed, received or reaffirming their faith. Last year when Bishop Chris visited, we all saw how this was a very special thing and led to people receiving specific encouragement and direction in their journey of following Jesus.

There are three ways you might be prayed for by Bishop Chris on January 26.

Confirmation: Confirmation is open to youth and new Christians who have been baptized but have not yet made an adult profession of faith. Please talk to Mtr. Pamela if you are ready to take this step.

Reception: Reception is the formal step to join the Anglican way of being a Christian for those who have come to Epiphany from another Christian church. Being received is a necessary step for those coming from another Christian Church who are interested in serving as leaders at Epiphany. Please talk to me if you are ready to take this step.

Reaffirmation: We all reach moments in our life where our faith and practice of Christianity can benefit from a recommitment to follow Jesus. You may remember that I ask Bishop Chris to pray over me last year. If you are at a point where you would like to reaffirm your faith, please talk to me.

I am looking forward to Bishop Chris' visit and also looking forward to the encouragement that he brings to us. I hope you are as well.

God Bless,

P.S. It's not too late to sign-up for the 12th Night Epiphany party this Saturday evening or for our January adult education classes that begin this Sunday. Sign-up online here. More information is below.

2025 Save-The-Date Calendars Available

New "save-the-date" Calendars for 2025 are now available. These one-page calendars provide an overview to the events and special worship services we have planned at Epiphany for the year ahead. Take one home (or print one out here) and put it on your refrigerator!

12th (11th) Night Party January 4

We will be getting together to have a fun, child-friendly party on the evening of January 4 from 6-8pm to welcome the Feast of the Epiphany and the coming of the Wise Men.  We will have King Cake, crown an Epiphany King and Queen and have games for Epiphany’s kids and adults.  Please sign up online or using the Church Center App.

How the Shepherd's Experienced Christmas

Sign-Up for Adult Education in January

We are offering two classes beginning January 5.  Sign-ups for both classes are on the Church-Center App or online!  

The Gospel and The Kingdom for Beginners: Mr. Richard Rash will take his class through the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew chapters 4 - 8. He will focus on how Jesus fulfills Moses place and offers a new moral vision for God’s new people. This class will begin on January 5 at 9:15am and continue for the next four Sundays. Sign-up here.  

Epiphany and Anglicanism 101: Fr. Peter will be offering an introductory class on the Anglican branch of Christianity and our purpose and mission here at Epiphany. This class is a great starting point for those who are interested in being formally received into the Anglican Church by Bishop Chris when he visits us on January 26 this year. The class will begin on January 5 at 9:15am and continue for the next two Sundays. Bring your questions! Sign-up here.

Giving Envelopes

Thank you for your generous giving in 2024. Giving envelopes are available in the fellowship hall in packs of 52 and 12 for those who find them helpful.

This Week At Epiphany

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