News for October 30, 2026 | | | |
- Daylight Saving Time ends - 11/1
- Feast of All Saints & Bishop's Visit - 11/1
- All Souls' Choral Evensong - 11/1
- LAST SUNDAY for the Non-Pantry Food Drive
- Fireside Sit & Sip - 11/5
- Veteran's Recognition - 11/15
- Fall Newcomers' Gathering - 11/15
- Thanksgiving at Home Drive - 11/15
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Daylight Saving Time Ends
11/1—We return to Standard Time on Sunday, November 1. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour on Saturday Night.
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We want to thank everyone who has made a pledge so far. Your generosity enables us to do all that we do and hope to do at Epiphany.
If you have not yet made your pledge, please consider doing so today as the Vestry will soon complete budget planning based on committed expected income.
Peace,
The Stewardship Team
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How to make a pledge
We offer several ways to share your commitments of your time, talents, and treasure for the coming year — through your pledge card which you will receive next week, through your Realm log-in, or by clicking on the button here.
| | | | | | The Right Rev. Robert Wright, 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta is our celebrant and preacher today. | | | | |
Morning Liturgy: All Saints
Sunday, November 1 at 10:00 a.m.
11/1—Our bishop, the Rt. Rev. Rob Wright, will join us as we observe the Feast of All Saints at the 10:00 a.m. service. Names of parishioners who were baptized, confirmed, married, ordained, or died since last year’s observance will be listed in the bulletin.
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The Bishop's Forum
Adults and youth will meet in the parish hall at 11:30 a.m. for the Bishop’s Forum.
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Formation for Children
Children’s Formation begins at 11:15 a.m.
- Room 206—Godly Play for children 3 years old through 2nd grade.
- Room 205—Wondering & Belonging for children in 3rd through 5th grade.
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Evening Liturgy: All Souls' Choral Evensong
Sunday, November 1 at 5:00 p.m.
Join us for the All Souls’ Choral Evensong Service—an evening service at 5:00 p.m. to remember and honor all whom we love but see no longer.
There will be incense at this service.
- Parishioners are invited to bring mementos and pictures of loved ones for the Table of Remembrance.
- Following the service, there will be a reception in the courtyard hosted by members of the Community of Hope. They will also be available that evening for extra support as you remember loved ones.
| | | | Epiphany T-Shirts Available for Purchase | A recurring theme in our vestry discussions is the importance of raising awareness of our parish in our surrounding communities. One opportunity you now have is to wear one of our new t-shirts as you are out and about. The front is simply our star logo and the back states our theme—We believe God loves you. No exceptions. T-shirts are $20, and will be available for purchase during coffee hour. If you would like to make special arrangements for purchase contact Beth Floyd. | | |
Art Ministry
Now showing in the Gallery
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For the month of November, Epiphany’s Art Ministry welcomes acrylic and charcoal art by Sara Culpepper. Sara’s creative process is a journey through memory and emotion, inspired by the humor and love found in life. By weaving these personal threads into professional designs, she creates art that invites viewers to pause and reflect on the beauty within the human condition.
Please pay by QR code and sign up to claim your favorites on the price sheet.
Reminder: Epiphany earns 25% of all sales.
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Non-Food Pantry Drive
LAST SUNDAY FOR THE COLLECTION
| October—The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) sponsor a pantry drive twice a year for Emmaus House for items not covered by the SNAP Program. This time for the month of October, they are collecting toilet tissue and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Bins for donations are in the gallery. | |
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Altar Arrangements & Sanctuary Light Sign Up
- The Arrangements at the Altar are given to the Glory of God.
- The Sanctuary Light is given to the Glory of God and in memory of Shanna Jackson by Terri Lawrence & Julie Ryder.
Altar Arrangements & the Sanctuary Light can be given in honor of an anniversary, birthday, or in memory of a loved one. Click the button link to reserve dates that have meaning for you.
Click here to choose a date >>
| | | | Recent Events & Other News | | From last week's Chez Epiphany Cooking class featuring Chile Rellenos with Mexican accompaniments. | | |
Donations for Church of the Common Ground
Sunday, November 8 after the service
Please sign up to donate cupcakes, coffee, hot chocolate, and sugar for the youth to take to the Church of the Common Ground’s Homecoming Service on November 8. We need at least 100 cupcakes to celebrate! Deliver cupcakes to Tristen Webb after the service.
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Recycling centers have found that recycling many types of plastics and metals is unprofitable. So DeKalb County and other counties have had to significantly change their rules about what they accept. Putting other types of materials into the blue recycling containers can ruin the whole container. In particular, they have gone from accepting most plastics to taking only taking very specific types.
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One way that we, as people of faith, are called to be stewards of creation, is to recycle waste whenever we can. Please follow the link below if you use our recycle bins. DeKalb County significantly changed their rules about what they accept - particularly regarding plastics.
List of acceptable items >>
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Election Night Compline Online
Tuesday, November 3 at 8:00 p.m.
| | As polling places close on the East Coast on November 3, join other Episcopalians from around our country in a prayerful service of compline, hosted by the church’s Division of Public Policy, Partnership, and Witness in collaboration with the Mission Program team. | | |
The 38th Annual Homeless Requiem
Monday, November 2 at the Cathedral of St. Philip
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5:45 p.m., Prelude Music by Atlanta Choral Artists
6:30 p.m., Requiem Service
The Cathedral will host our 38th Annual Homeless Requiem on Monday, November 2. This service remembers our unhoused neighbors who have died in Atlanta in the past year. The Cathedral community, service providers, and guests gather for an evening of prayer, support, and fellowship. Before the requiem service, guests are invited to enjoy a communal dinner. A variety of essential services—including health screenings, a foot clinic, and a clothing closet—are offered to support our guests’ needs. Childcare is available throughout the event.
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Music Ministry
Contact: Julie Ryder
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Join the Epiphany Choir!
Wednesdays • Music Suite upstairs
Our all-volunteer choir provides musical leadership for the 10:00 a.m. liturgy and feast days with rehearsals on Wednesdays from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. Membership is open to adults and high school youth.
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Choirs for Children & Youth
Tuesdays • Music Suite upstairs
Children’s and Youth Choirs began on Tuesday, September 22. Registration is now open for children in pre-K (1 year prior to Kindergarten) through 8th grade.
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Fireside Sit & Sip
monthly at 7:00 p.m. • Courtyard
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11/5—The Fireside Sit & Sip group is for women primarily in their 40s, 50s, and 60s to come together just as you are. Bring a camp chair and join us around the fire pit in the courtyard to sit, sip, and enjoy conversation. Please RSVP and sign up to bring drinks or snacks. Questions? Contact Kathy Corcoran.
December Gathering: 12/3
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Youth Group Annual Council Lock-in
The Cathedral of St. Philip
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Friday November 6 at 6:00 p.m. to Saturday, November 7, at 2:00 p.m.
Youth from across the diocese are invited to register fo the annual council lock-in hosted at the cathedral in Atlanta! This is one of two lock-ins that we will be attending this semester, with the other just before Christmas.
| | Thanksgiving at Home with Emmaus House | | | | Each year, Epiphany partners with Emmaus House to support their annual Thanksgiving at Home initiative. As rising grocery prices continue to place an even greater burden on families in need, our support is more important than ever. We’re asking for donations of reusable grocery bags packed with the items listed here so that our neighbors in Peoplestown can make their favorite side dishes—while Emmaus House provides the turkeys and other essentials. Log into Realm to contact Lynda Smith if you have any questions or if you'd like to help deliver bags to Emmaus House. | Donations can be left in the Gallery anytime between now and Sunday, November 15. | | Other Meetings & Programs Taking Place This Week | | |
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Men’s Breakfast Group—Tuesdays following the 7:00 a.m. service
11/3—The Men’s Breakfast Group gathers for breakfast and discussion following the 7:00 a.m. Tuesday service and are typically on their way by 8:00 a.m. Contact Dave Thompson to get on the reminder email list.
Epiphany Trivia Group—Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. • Wild Heaven in Avondale
11/3—All are invited to join the Epiphany Trivia Group on Tuesdays at Wild Heaven in Avondale. Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m. and ends by 9:00 p.m. Contacts: Edie Brush or Jacob Geiger.
Grief Pastoral Care Group—1st Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. • Zoom
11/5—The group meets online each month for a healing and faith-based conversation around grief and loss. It is led by trained psychotherapist, Nancy Thompson. Please contact Nancy before attending for the first time.
Thursday Morning Book Group—11:00 a.m. Thursdays through November 19
11/5—The Thursday morning book group is discussing the newly-released book Have Mercy: Following Jesus in Politically Perilous Times. Theologians and ethicists discuss the practice of mercy in times of fear and division. The group meets in Room 201 Please feel free to register even if you know you won’t be able to attend all sessions and just attend as you’re able.
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Social Justice Action Group—Virtual Group
This social advocacy group promotes social and cultural change. The group identifies community events in which we can participate, and provides a curated list of local community happenings via Realm Groups. If you’d like to be part of this group, join via Realm Groups to view current opportunities of social justice action in our area.
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Other Meetings on the Calendar
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11/8—Contemplative Practice—2nd Sundays at 4:00 p.m. • Choir Loft
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11/9—Epiphany Book Group—2nd Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
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11/10—Episcopal Church Women (ECW)—2nd Tuesdays at 9:30/11:00 a.m. • Parish Hall/Kitchen
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11/11-13—Gateway Shelter Meal Ministry—2nd Fridays • Parish Hall/Kitchen
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11/17—Caregiver Support Group—3rd Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. • Zoom
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11/18—The Munch Bunch—3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. • Thinking Man Tavern
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11/23—Community of Hope’s Circle of Care—4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m. • Parish Hall
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Live Love Event at Gateway Center
Saturday, November 7 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Come bring your talents and support our friends at Gateway Center for this one-day event. In our Seeking Shalom formation, Ryan Bonfiglio encouraged us to “risk proximity”—to bring our beliefs into practice. This is your opportunity to not only help in service but also show the recipients kindness, respect, and love.
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The event will include:
- Serving Lunch
- Health Screenings
- Art Projects
- Haircuts and Nail Care
- Restocking the Clothes Closet
- Distributing Warm Items
- Building Improvements
- Loving On People!
The cost to participate is $29 which includes your lunch and a t-shirt. There are parking passes for $10. We will plan to carpool from Epiphany, and the number of needed passes will be purchased once we know a count.
All ages are welcome! If a parent and youth (9 or older) attend together, Epiphany will cover the cost of the youth.
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Winter Items Drive
Epiphany will be participating in Project Live Love's Winter Items Drive for men and women.
Bring any of the following to the basket in the gallery:
Gently Used:
Coats, Jackets, Sweaters, and Hoodies
New Packages:
Socks, Underwear, Stocking Caps, and Gloves
Contact Sally Walker with questions.
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Youth Group Activities
on Sunday, November 8
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Visit to Church of the Common Ground
Church of the Epiphany - 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
We’ll be attending service at the Church of the Common Ground at Woodruff Park in Atlanta. We will meet at Epiphany to carpool, but if you’d like to attend on your own, parking is free on Sundays on Park Place and Auburn Avenue. See article below to sign up to bring cupcakes!
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Cooking Class with Joel Fowler
Church of the Epiphany - 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Fellow parishioner Joel Fowler will guide us in a cooking class! Parents and youth will learn how to cook omelets; students will have a variety of ingredients to choose from. The cost to attend is $25 per person.
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Epiphany Book Group
2nd Mondays at 7:00 p.m. • location varies
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11/9—The Epiphany Book Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Contact Linda Ryder-Wolf if you have any questions.
November selection: The Power of Dignity: How Transforming Justice Can Heal Our Communities, by Judge Victoria Pratt (on Zoom).
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Veteran's Recognition
Sunday, November 15 at the 10:00 a.m. service
| 11/15—We recognize the Veterans in our parish on the Sunday closest to Veterans’ Day (November 11). If you have not previously done so, please email the office and let us know the military branch and campaigns that you served in (e.g., Name, U.S. Navy, Vietnam) by noon on Monday, November 9 in order to be included in the bulletin. | | | | |
Fall Newcomers’ Gathering
Sunday, November 15 at 12:30 p.m. • parish hall
| 11/15—Epiphany’s membership committee invites all newcomers and visitors, both individuals and families, to a light lunch following formation at 12:30 p.m. Old-timers are welcome too! This social gathering will be a time to get to know one another and learn more about our parish, programs, and ministries from clergy and parishioners. | | | | |
Tuesday Night Family Eucharist
Tuesday, November 17
11/17—We look forward to seeing you for this family and kid focused celebration of the Eucharist. Please arrive at 5:00 p.m. for the service project, 6:00 p.m. for pizza, and 6:15 p.m. for the start of the service.
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For members who are bidding our prayers: Chris Prikkel • Lucy Davidson • Daniel Hyland (spouse of Paul Hinson) • Dick Gonter (spouse of Ann Williamson) • Paul Hinson • Judy Cox • John Corcoran • Michele MacLeod • Alix Janke • Joy Boyden • Lisa Gray • Larry Wilcox • Mike Curry • Chris Miller & Ron Hutcheson • Philip Anderson • Louise Bedrossian (spouse of Bob Thompson) • Barbara Belcore • Esther Harbert • Sally Brockington
For friends and family: Melissa Keating, friend of Linda Ryder Wolf • Jean McGraw, mother of Chris McGraw • Maddie Ferrell Mixon, granddaughter of Sheila & Richard Ferrell • Bill Conkell, friend of Richard & Susan Messner • Fran Block, mother of Erin Braden • Juan, friend of Christen & Kurt Erskine• The Rev. Walter Jones, father of Carmie McDonald • Lisa Gibbs, friend of Mike & Marion Curry • Kay Harris, mother of Rebecca Webb • Louise Peters, grandmother of Tristen Webb • Dave Tipton, brother of Pam Tipton • Isabel, granddaughter of Mike & Beth Towers
For members who desire our continuing prayers: Jewel Allen • Mary McCall Cash • Wende Crowe • Pat & Bill Graves • Bruce Fort • Esther Harbert • Robin Hairston • Rod MacLeod • Sally McClintock • Chris Miller & Ron Hutcheson • Ellen Mintzmyer • Ann Rowles • Pat Spivey • Beth Towers • Michael Towers, Jr. • Wayne & Judy Urban • Larry Wilcox • Wes, Kelly & Lillian Wright • Colleen
For those who have died: Frances Ellison-Dansby, friend of Cliff Edge
For those celebrating anniversaries the week of 11/1-7: Marjorie & Rick Timmer
For those celebrating birthdays the week of 11/1-7: Elizabeth Roberts • Christine Sterne • Frances Robertson • Caroline Burris • Kaylie Gibbs • Kathy Corcoran • Bob Peatman • Zachary Wojcik • Phil Bolton • Colleen Morich • Sara Cushing • Cecilia Democko
| | | | Did we miss your anniversary or birthday? Send the full date of your anniversary and/or your date of birth to the parish office so that we can update our records. | | | |
The weekly deadline for submission of announcements for the Friday Morning eNews
and the Sunday bulletin is Wednesdays at Noon. Please send your submissions
ready to go to the parish office.
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