The Sunday of the Passion-Palm Sunday

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

Palm Crosses Workshop Saturday April 1^st at 10:00am in the Swift Building

All are Welcome! Join the Altar Guild in making palm crosses on Saturday, April 1st in the Swift Bldg. Bring scissors if you have them. Coffee, and snacks will be provided. We just need you to help! Come enjoy the fellowship as we prepare for Palm Sunday.  Contact Brenda Pinkston for more information.

Journeys Group to Meet Saturday, April 1 at 11:30am in the Activities Building (note date change)

Due to Easter, Journeys will meet on the first Saturday in the month of April. This is a group that offers support, care, and compassion to those coping with grief, loss or any difficult life challenge.  If you are seeking support through fellowship, please join us the second Saturday of each month at 11:30am in the Activity Building. 

Children/Youth Christian Formation this Sunday at 9:40am

Children/Youth meet on the first Sunday of each month for CF (Sunday School). All children welcome! Contact Molly Norman for more details.

ECW Ministry Meeting Sunday, April 2 - after the 10:30am Service

All women are welcome to join ECW (Episcopal Church Women). This group typically meets on the first Sunday of each month after services in the Activities Building.

50 Days of Easter Plan: 'The Way of Love'

We plan to start the book 'The Way of Love' Bible Challenge and meet during the normal Sunday School time to discuss throughout the 50 days of Easter (we are suspending our regular Bible Challenge while we do this and will resume that after Pentecost). Readings will start Easter Sunday, but we will meet for the first time to discuss the following Sunday). Contact Bliss Peterson ASAP to order books and learn more!

Now Collecting Easter Candy for Egg Hunt

ECA is asking for donations of candy for the Easter Day Egg Hunt: Help support our Annual Easter Egg Hunt by donating small individually wrapped peanut -free candies or other small items (stickers, erasers, etc.) There will be a bin in the narthex to collect donations. Thank You!

Last Call for Easter Flowers! Sign up sheet in the Narthex or by email to the office at ecaparish@gmail.com

Thank you for supporting the ECA Altar Guild! Easter Lilies and flowers will be given in honor of loved ones this year. Simply fill out an Easter dedication form and turn it in at the box on the door in the Narthex. Be sure to include your name and phone number in case we have a question about your dedication.

Last Call for ECA Foyer Groups! Deadline to Sign Up April 10! We are assessing interest in re-starting the ECA Foyer Groups beginning this May.  If you are interested, please email ecaparish@gmail.com with your name(s) (Singles and Couples encouraged to participate) or sign up in the Narthex. Foyer Groups are not intended to do anything, but simply be what Christians are: groups of people who gather together and love one another. Details TBD.

Spotlight on Ministry:Finance & Stewardship We will be highlighting various ECA ministries during each month in 2023! During April, the Finance and Stewardship Ministry is the focus. This ministry exists to promote stewardship of our time, talent, and treasure to the benefit of the church. We meet on the first Sunday of the month after services. All are welcome to join and help with supporting the working of the church. God has provided unique talents and gifts to all of us. During the coming weeks we will explore ways to share these gifts to further the mission of ECA. Stay tuned for more!

Reach Collecting Food items for Local Food Pantries, Thanks for your Support    ECA supports local charities Never Alone and Papa’s Pantry in their food ministries.  Please bring donations Sundays before worship. Now collecting nonperishable food and travel size toiletries. Thank you for supporting these local charities! 

Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available

(YTD) Through Feb. 2023      Actual                 Budget                   +/-                   

Revenues                              ($41,624)                  $47,838             ($6,214)

Expenses                              ($38,492)                  $55,120              $16,628

Net Year to                             ($3,133)           ($7,281)              $10,414

Fr. Paul is available during the week, Monday - Thursday, for guidance, prayer, 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.

The Episcopal Church of the Annunciation

1673 Jamerson Road

Marietta, GA 30066

770-928-7916

www.ecamarietta.org

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