A weekly newsletter of the Episcopal Church of the Annunciation
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."
THIS WEEK AT ECA
COVID-19 restrictions are still in place until further notice.
Devotional Practices for Lent have begun. See 'Preparing for Lent' below.
TONIGHT:
Wednesday February 24, 2021
6:30pm Lenten Program Begins via Zoom
7:30pm Reach Ministry Meeting via Zoom
Sunday February 28, 2021
9:00am Online Sunday Worship
10:30am Outside Worship at Pavilion
Wednesday March 3, 2021
6:30pm Lenten Program via Zoom
*Here is a link from the bishop’s office to clergy in references to services: CLICK HERE
Fr. Paul is available during this uncertain time for prayer, guidance and support. Please call 770-490-7234 or email rector@ecamarietta.org with any concerns, needs, or questions.
O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from thy ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of thy Word, Jesus Christ thy Son; who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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
2021 Virtual Lenten Program Tonight! Wednesday nights at 6:30pm during Lent, ECA will host Zoom virtual gatherings and virtual reflections from parishioners sharing their stories of hope and strength during these unprecedented times. Join Us! Click here to join the zoom:
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Preparing for Lent
You are invited to participate in Devotional Practices for Lent, 2021 created by Sally Urley for the Episcopal Diocesan of Atlanta. Simply click HEREto view a calendar with daily devotions, meditations, and preparation.
Join Bishop Wright in a 5-part video series
to help guide us during this season of sacrifice and self-examination. Reflection guides for small group or individual Bible study will also be available to go along with each video.
Thank you to all who gave to the Church of the Common Ground! ECA is very generous and we were able to bless many homeless patrons. We decided to do it again! Please drop off socks, blankets, packaged food items, etc. this Sunday at the outdoor church service. Please text or call Janet Livingston at 404-543-5003 or email janetllivingston@gmail.com with any questions or if you need help with picking up items. Also, you are invited to donate to the Friendship Center at Holy Comforter. Click here to see a list of needs. Thanks for all you do to serve our community!
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 Worship Services This Week
All are invited to join ECA for Sunday Worship Services either online at 9:ooam via Facebook live, or at our outdoor service under the new pavilion at 10:30 am. We will be following all CDC and Diocesan guidelines for COVID-19.
Easter Flower Dedications Now Available
Easter Flower dedications are now open. Thank you for supporting ECA Altar Flower Ministry. Please email your dedication (complete with wording in thanksgiving for/in memory of) to ecanews@bellsouth.net or print and mail the form here.
Volunteers being Sought for Sunday Service including Readers! We need YOU! 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. Volunteers are especially needed to read the Sunday lessons.
Giving Statements for 2020 Tax Purposes
Remaining giving statements are located in the narthex of the church. You may stop by on Sunday and get yours. If you do not feel comfortable coming to the church, please email ecanews@bellsouth.netand ask for yours to be emailed. Thank you for giving to ECA!
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 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!
