ECA WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
"Our Mission is to bear witness to God's love and invite, encourage, and prepare God's people to share that grace with others."
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Reminder: Limited activities are now allowed on the outside grounds of ECA following CDC and Health Dept. guidelines. Read ECA guidelines HERE
Updated guidelines for Phase I (limited outside attendance) HERE
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Stewardship 2021: “Faith Filled generosity, Taking a step forward - for Christ and his church”
This week, you should receive a letter and pledge card from Father Paul in the mail. You can also read his letter here. Over the next few weeks, ECA will feature stewardship testimonies from members of the parish detailing what stewardship means to them. You can find this information on our web-page anytime and download a pledge card there as well. This time of reflection and gratitude helps us prayerfully consider what gifts we can give back. Pledge cards will be brought to the altar and blessed on November 1st.
Click Here to view the stewardship page on our web-page.
"They are to do good, to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share, thus storing up for themselves the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of the life that really is life.
-- 1 Timothy 6:18-19 NRSVA
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Stewardship Testimony #1 :
Giving a Gift Returned a Better Gift!
by Wanda Ziembinski
When I was asked to do a testimony for our annual Stewardship campaign, I had to really stop and think. Our theme this year is “Faith Filled Generosity”. But how do you keep the faith in a year filled with so much stress and anxiety? Of course the easy thing to say is just put all your faith in God and everything will work out. But I believe it has! We all have learned to adapt, not only in our personal lives, but also in a way that allowed us to keep our commitment to everyone at ECA, as well as our community. He has shown us how to accomplish many things, and while doing it, we are all stronger, more resilient and connected than we have ever been before. This, however, still didn’t answer the question about my own personal faith. The Lord directed my thoughts to the piano I recently donated to ECA; and my faith and trust in Him when I was stressed out and didn’t know what to do. God provided a plan for me to be able to decide what to do, and also to figure out how to bring a piano from NY to Georgia during a pandemic. My faith not only gave ECA a beautiful piano for everyone to enjoy, it gave me an even better gift. Every Sunday I get to picture my friend sitting at the piano very happily playing along with Joe. The more I thought about it, the more I realized my faith brought me many gifts this year, for which I am very thankful. I hope everyone will look into their hearts and see the many gifts you have received and also be thankful. -- Wanda Ziembinski
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Join us for Morning Prayer/Communion this Sunday: 2 Services at 9AM (online) and 10:30AM*
Join us this Sunday for an online Morning Prayer/Communion service via Facebook live at 9:00am, an Outdoor (weather permitting) Morning Prayer/Communion service*(limited seating, reservations required) at 10:30 am and Christian Formation at 9:40 am virtually. See below for more details.
Note: We have agreed to follow the recommendations of the Bishop diocesan task force by enforcing and following the CDC, health Dept guidelines, as well as Diocese of Atlanta Phase 1 re-opening guidelines regarding physical distancing and attendance limits. The ECA Vestry has adopted detailed plans to comply with the Diocese of Atlanta phase 1 re-opening guidelines, as soon as we are given the green light again, we will gather. Please see below, or go to our website at ecamarietta.org to read about our worship guidelines.
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Please RSVP for Sunday Service at 10:30am
As we transition through these difficult and uncertain times with COVID-19, ECA is adapting services with your health and well-being as a priority. This Sunday we will offer one outside service for 50 people in the field by the playground *(weather permitting / reservations required) at 10:30am, Please email ecaparish@gmail.com to sign up to attend the service. Additionally, we will continue to offer an online service streamed via FB at 9am.
Please note: we must follow strict physical distancing guidelines and attendance limits in accordance with the Diocese of Atlanta, CDC & Health Dept.
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Funeral service for Tom Wilson Saturday October 24th at 11:00AM
We will hold an inside memorial service for Tom Wilson, husband of Elizabeth Wilson, on Saturday Oct. 24th at 11AM in the church and seating will be limited to 50. We pray for the repose of the soul of Tom Wilson, husband of Elizabeth Wilson, “May he rest in peace and rise in glory”
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Cathy's Closet Food Drive for the Month of October.
ECA Reach Ministry is hosting the Cathy's Closet food drive during the month of October. Ameris Bank will match the cost of donated items during the month! Drop off items while attending the outside service, or drive-by and drop between 11:30- 1:00 pm on Sundays. Drop off will include protocols for social distancing. Thank you for supporting both the Reach Ministry and our local community!
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Vestry Nominations Open
Those interested in serving on Vestry at ECA please contact Wanda Ziembinski, Chris Renaud or Fr. Paul. Vestry is a 3 year commitment and meets once a month with a retreat in January. Vestry members serve in a leadership role with a ministry within the parish. Vestry qualifications are: any confirmed communicant in good standing of the parish not less than 18yrs of age, a regular attendant of church services the preceding year before election, and known by the treasurer to have made and fulfilled a stated financial commitment for church support throughout the preceding year before election.
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Adult Christian Formation Class Sunday at 9:40am
Adult Christian Formation this week at 9:40 am via Zoom. 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 COVID-19 climate as a faithful Christian in a divided community.
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ECA Buildings and Grounds has been busy this week!
Toni Hufford, Janice Maxwell and Michele Floyd stained the lattice and improved the area that hides the HVAC unit for the church. Kay and Bud Thompson donated the solid stain for the project. Thank you to all who work together and give so generously to keep our grounds looking fantastic!
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Volunteers being Sought for Sunday Service
While we are still not allowed to meet in our worship space, we continue to stream a Sunday service to our parish and cyber community. If you are interested with helping during the service, please contact Fr. Paul at pcm09@bellsouth.net. There are several minor tasks we need help with in order to make sure we are able to live stream and record for parish members. I look forward to hearing from those who may be interested.
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Meal Train for Stinchcomb Family
Many of you have asked how you can help the Stinchcomb family after the birth of Josalynn Audry, who remains in the NICU (mom and baby are dong well). In addition to your prayers, ECA has set up a Meal Train to provide meals on Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays. You can log on at https://mealtrain.com/046z14 to schedule delivery of a meal or call Brenda Pinkston at 770.977.7664 or Megan Miller at 770.516.7224 to get on the schedule. Our love and prayers go out to the Stinchcomb family.
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ECA Online Directory
The new directory is now live and available on our web-site or via the link here: Click here (password is required, please email: ecaparish@gmail.com to request the password). You may download the directory to your electronic device, print it, or.... get an app! That way, it's always at your fingertips. Links to Member Apps
Is your picture missing? You may upload a photo yourself: Simply take a selfie and upload HERE
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Altar Flowers: One date left this year
ECA is still taking dedications and donations for Altar Flowers during this time of quarantine and social distancing. Now that services may be streamed from the church again, Altar Guild will continue their ministry of preparing the altar for services. This includes flowers. Thank you for supporting this ministry. Available dates: November 15. Please email your dedication (complete with wording in thanksgiving for/in memory of) to ecanews@bellsouth.net.
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Important NEW COVID-19 Guidelines & Info for limited In-person worship & group gatherings
While we are still not allowed to gather for large crowds for in person worship, providing opportunities for small gatherings will be allowed. Here is the latest information we have. Click on the links below to review:
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Do you need Prayer, Counseling or Confidential Assistance?
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 visi 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!
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(YTD) Through Sept 2020 Actual Budget +/-
Revenues $161,818 $176,631 ($14,844)
Expenses $153,979 $175,813 $21,833
Net Year to date $7,839 $818 $7,021
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1673 Jamerson Road Marietta, Georgia 30066
770-928-7916
SUNDAY SERVICES
8:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II
10:30AM - Holy Eucharist Rite II
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