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The Season of Advent
"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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Note: Changes to Worship Services and Decorations During the Season of Advent
Both services during Advent will be Holy Eucharist Rite I with music. We will also be using blue Altar hangings to emphasize the change from a penitential tone only to that of anticipation and hope. Rite I incorporates a penitential nature with traditional language that calls us into a spirit of anticipation and expectation as we await the coming of Jesus Christ, our Emmanuel. Feel free to contact Fr. Paul with any questions.
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Update on Fr. Paul Injury! For those who may not be aware, on Friday Dec. 2nd, Fr. Paul took a spill off a ladder putting up Advent lights. Currently his course of action is to get the swelling down in his ankle so further x-rays and an MRI can be done to see the extent of damage and healing needs. He has been put on strict orders to elevate, ice, take medication, wrap ankle and wear a boot when walking. Fr. Paul's activities will be limited in person until next Wednesday, but will be at services on Sunday. Laughter is the best medicine for healing, we will see who has the most humurous response to Fr. Paul's latest Advent adventure!
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Vestry Nominations Open for 2023: Please Prayerfully Consider Serving Those interested in serving on Vestry at ECA, please contact Jamie Hreha, or Fr. Paul. Vestry is a 3-year commitment and meets once a month with a retreat in January. 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 preceding year before election.
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Reach Ministry Meeting THIS Sunday, Dec. 11 after the 10:30am Service Come see what inreach and outreach ministry is all about at ECA. Typically meeting on the Second Sunday of each month after the 10:30am Service. All are Welcome!
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Thank you to all who 'Took an Angel' and participated in our annual ECA Angel Tree! Together we were able to bless 8 families during this holiday season! Thanks for all you do!
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It’s Time for the Annual ECA Children’s Christmas Pageant, Come one, Come ALL!!! If you have children or grandchildren who want to participate in the Christmas Pageant this year, please contact Molly Norman at molly.lippert@gmail.com. This year’s pageant will include scripture readings, signing, and stand in characters. Children will dress up in costumes. – open to all!
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Greening of the Church December 18th after the 10:30am Service All are Welcome to join us for the annual Greening of the Church after Services on Sunday, December 18. Reception will follow.
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Fire Pit & Caroling Social Event Saturday December 18 at 4:30PM Here we come a’caroling! Mark your calendar and join us Dec. 18 at 4:30pm at ECA for a fire, Christmas music, caroling & s'mores! It’s going to be a S’moresgasbord event. Bring a chair and drink of choice. A jolly ole' man in a red suit from the North Pole may also be joining us! Bring your children of all ages, grandchildren and friends for a fun evening. ... and don’t forget your Christmas sweaters!
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Christmas Poinsettias and Flower Contributions
If you would like to make a contribution for Christmas poinsettias, greens, etc., please fill out one of forms in the plastic box beneath the altar flower chart in the narthex, or email the office. Simply indicate whether your gift is "in memory of" or "in thanksgiving for." The amount is voluntary (suggested donation $25). Thank you for your gift!
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Pecans are Here! ECW is selling Pecans just in time for the Holidays It's that time of year again! ECW is selling pecans just in time for the holidays. Pecans are available after services on Sunday (a 16 ounce bag is $11). See Penny Capawana for details. Thank you for supporting Episcopal Church Women ministries at ECA!
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Connecting Ministry Food & Fellowship Remaining Dates for December All are welcome to come ‘Connect’ with us! Dinner is 12/13 at 5pm at Cherokee Chophouse, and Brunch is 12/17 at 11am at Elevation Chophouse. See Janice Maxwell with any questions or to RSVP -678-575-4503 or JaniceWMaxwell@yahoo.com.
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Caregivers Support Group to Meet Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 7:30pm A Caregivers Support Group meets on the second Tuesday of each Month at 7:30pm If you are involved with the care of someone with a terminal or chronic illness, you are invited to join a 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. 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.
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Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available
(YTD) Through Nov. 2022 Actual Budget +/-
Revenues $227,327 $238,998 $11.661
Expenses $203,215 $230,639 ($27,424)
Net Year to ($24,122) $8,359 ($15,763)
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Fr. Paul is available during the week, Monday - Thursday, for prayer, guidance and support.
Fr. Paul is out of the office on Fridays. Please call 770-490-7234 or email rector@ecamarietta.org with any concerns, needs, or questions.
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The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation
1673 Jamerson Road
Marietta, GA 30066
770-928-7916
www.ecamarietta.org
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