The Season after Epiphany

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

Reminder: Please take a moment to pick up your new 2024 giving envelopes in the Narthex this week. Note: in an effort to reduce costs we did not order the pre-printed numbered envelopes.  Please write your assigned number on the envelopes each week. If you do not have an assigned number and wish to get one, contact the office. Thank you for your continued support!

Congratulations to our New Vestry Members for 2024 Year We want congratulate and give thanks to our newest Vestry members, Jeannie Bowen, Cheryl Farr, and Matt Reaves. We are glad to have them join the ministry of the Vestry. 

Children/ Youth Christian Formation, Bible Challenge & Adult Christian Formation THIS Sunday between Services. The Children/Youth CF meets on the first and third Sunday of each month. Contact Molly Norman to learn more. Bible Challenge and Adult Christian Formation also meets at 9:45 am every Sunday. If you wish to join Bible Challenge, and don't have your book yet, please see Bliss Peterson.

Southern Comforters Meeting THIS Sunday at Noon. 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.   This ministry meets on the third Sunday of each month after services in the activities building.  

Buildings & Grounds Ministry Meeting Monday, Jan. 22nd at 7pm The Buildings and Grounds Committee typically meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:15 pm in the Activities building. All are welcome! Contact Kate Martiny to learn more.

Reach Serving Un-Housed at Shady Grove This Wednesday, Jan. 24th at 4:30pm All are invited to join the ECA Reach ministry in preparing and delivering a meal to the homeless population every 4th Wednesday of the month at Shady Grove Baptist Church. Reach is also collecting new winter coats, hats, and gloves for this ministry. Contact Cindy Lippert to learn more. Thank You!

Dominoes Adult Fellowship Game Night Friday, January 26th at 7pm

Join us for adult fellowship time playing Mexican Train Dominoes! Bring a simple snack to share and your favorite beverage. Dominoes typically meets the fourth Friday of each month. Newcomers are always welcome!

The Annual ECA British Tea Tickets are Now on Sale! Our Annual ECW Tea will be Saturday, February 10, 2024, from 2:00-4:00. Our theme this year is a Victorian Valentines Tea. To add to the fun, you may decide to "gussy up" in your tea party attire, hats, or fascinators. It's up to you! Tickets are $25.00 and will be available after our church services. Bring your friends and join us for a fun afternoon. All Ladies Welcome! Please see Linda Dobos, Wanda Ziembinski, or Cheryl Farr for tickets or to learn more.

Each Month we make our Monthly Financials Available

(YTD) Through DEC 2023    Actual                  Budget           +/- 

Revenues                           $271,388                   $277,284               $5,896

Expenses                           $254,584                   $277,228               $21,701

Net Year to                         $16,804                      $56                $16,748

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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