"Our Mission is to bear witness to God's love and invite, encourage, and prepare God's people to share that grace with others." 

We will continue to follow CDC and Health Dept. guidelines. Read ECA guidelines HERE

Almighty God, we pray for fathers and fatherhood across our land. We pray for both spiritual fathers and physical fathers. Your Word instructs fathers to bring up their children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). We thank You for the men who are leading according to Your statutes and the ones that are laying their lives down for Your purposes. We pray that You would continue to use these men to lead their families and others. We pray You will strengthen the fathers of our nation and empower churches, organizations, and individuals to invest in fathers and fatherhood for the sake of our children. We ask these things through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Christian formation class is usually held on Sundays at 9:40 am either in person, or via Zoom. Please contact Ron Allen at ronallenga@yahoo.com or contact Fr. Paul for Zoom meeting information. Current topics have been about how to adjust to the current climate as a faithful Christian in a divided community. 

All are welcome to fellowship with those who knit and crochet to make blankets for children in difficult circumstances, and prayer shawls for our parishioners and friends on Sunday, June 20. This ministry meets on the third Sunday of each month after services in the activities building.

If you emailed a request for a nametag, they have been ordered. There is no charge for new members. If you ordered a replacement nametag, our cost is $7.50. Thank you!

Thank you for supporting the Altar Guild Ministry. Dates are available for flower dedications: June 27, July 4, 11, 25, August 15, 29. Please fill out a flower form at the church, or email your dedication (complete with wording in thanksgiving for/in memory of) to ecanews@bellsouth.net.

Ushers, Lectors and Counters Needed

As we transition back to traditional worship, we are beginning to schedule volunteer positions again. Currently, we are in need of ushers, lectors and counters. If you are interested in volunteering on Sunday mornings, please email ecanews@bellsouth.net. Thank you!

Reach Collecting Food items for Local Food Pantries We Support We may not be gathering for in-person worship due to diocesan restrictions, but the need for food items at our local food pantries continues. ECA is supporting local charities such as Never Alone and Papa’s Pantry in their food ministries. You are welcome to come by on Sundays to drop off these much-needed items, or drive-by the office during the week. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of helping those in need! 

ECA will offer Education for Ministry again this year. Dates and times are to be determined. Education for Ministry is a small mentored group that provides the framework for understanding life and shaping actions as Christian faith is deepened. This is a study to help discern your calling. If you are interested or need more information, contact Katie Dunlap at 404-444-6874 or katiedunlap5@gmail.com

A Caregivers Support Group has started at ECA: Join us virtually Tuesdays at 7:30pm If you are involved with the care of someone with a terminal or chronic illness, you are invited to join a newly formed support group offering support, connection, resources, and coping strategies. This group is led by Robin Racoff, an experienced Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. This group is for caregivers, no patients please. Please contact Robin for details: (404) 290-1550 or robinracoff@gmail.com.

ZOOM invite here ( https://us04web.zoom.us/j/73832368704?pwd=VHl6UWxHWEhaTXdIUE9WVVFJTERKdz09)                        

Note: During the Zoom Session you may participate with or without video, audio, or just observe. It will not be recorded and confidentiality will be the standard. Also, if you have any concerns or questions regarding ZOOM, please contact Robin directly at (404) 290-1550. 

Fr. Paul is making his Pastoral Rounds virtually via telephone calls and online check-ins. If you are in need of counseling, prayer, simple virtual visit or confidential assistance; please contact Fr. Paul directly at pcm09@bellsouth.net or call him at 770-490-7234. You may also contact the ECA Senior Warden, Wanda Ziembinski at ziemby@hotmail.com. Part of what makes ECA so special is the community and support we offer to one another!

(YTD) Through May. 2021          Actual                        Budget                 +/-           

Expenses                                        $89,592                 $100,099           ($10,147)