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Grief Support Group will meet tonight, January 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Iona Center
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Supply priest on January 22
While the Staff & Vestry are away on retreat, we will have a guest preacher & author join us at St. Margaret’s! The Rev. Mary Demmler is a long-time friend of Jeff’s (they went through discernment together in the Diocese of Georgia) and is also the author of a book called Phe & the Work of Death. Mary will preach and celebrate at both services and will also lead a forum on her book.
About Mary:
The Rev. Mary R. H. Demmler has been a priest in the Episcopal Church since 2004 and worked in parishes around the Southeast. Currently she lives in Hall County with her family on their farm where she serves as farm manager. She continues to write, having published her first book Phe and the Work of Death in early 2022. She also reflects on a variety of topics on her blog, prayerfulkitchen.blog. Mary leads one day and weekend retreats on a variety of spiritual topics. She also works part time for Grace, Gainesville, as their Associate Priest for Youth. Her husband, Derek, is an educator at Gainesville High School. Their three kids, River, Bailey, and William, enjoy acting and the arts, playing sports, spending time on the farm, and being involved in church life.
About Phe & the Work of Death:
When we die, do we die alone? Even when surrounded by loved ones, the dying person enters into an aloneness, a realm where the living cannot reach. But is it possible that other beings surround us as we enter and then depart the final earthly stage? Author Mary Demmler, an Episcopal priest, allows us to hear the voice of such a being, a companion and guide during the very last stage of life in a variety of human beings undergoing the ultimate separation. We too hear Phe’s voice, as we visit the dying with her, feeling the hope of the presences, and knowing their compassion and awareness of centuries-long experience with dying. In the process we witness changes even in the beings themselves. This is a comforting book, filled with love and with hope.
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From the Rector
Hebrews - Some people group Hebrews in with Paul’s letters, but this is one epistle that is written so differently, that it’s pretty clear to most scholars that Paul wasn’t the author. This letter is very general, by an anonymous author to an anonymous Jewish-Christian audience. The author was clearly experiencing persecution, so that sets the context to both elevate the person of Jesus and to challenge the readers to remain faithful. In terms of elevating Jesus, the author describes Jesus’ role takes precedence to angels, the Torah, Moses, and the priests. The reason is because Jesus sacrificed all for the sake of humanity. His self-emptying and humility elevate him as the ultimate priestly king, and that is what connects him to the Hebrew Covenant. Hebrews can sometimes be difficult for Gentiles to absorb completely, however this letter in the New Testament reminds us of the importance of the Old Testament and how Jesus carries God’s plan forward to create the ultimate Reign of God. Next week: James!
If you would like to receive this message via text from Jeff each week, please text your name to him at 706-761-0115.
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Adult Formation & Classes
- Wednesdays at 1:00pm: Centering Prayer with Pauline Rodwell
([email protected]) on Zoom
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Are you interested in participating in a Bible Challenge; i.e., reading the Bible in one year? We did this about three years ago, and those who participated got a lot out of it. A schedule was sent out so everyone read the same scriptures at one time. A few of us posted on St. Margaret’s Facebook page interesting information, songs or stories that went along with the days’ readings. Some interest has been expressed in doing this again, possibly adding weekly or monthly meetings (in person or via Zoom) to discuss the readings. If you are interested in participating in such a challenge, please contact Pauline Rodwell at [email protected] or 770-836-1170. Please don’t wait – the challenge would begin on New Year’s Day!
| The Journey is a second option for daily scripture readings and reflections and is now available online free of charge. More information is available at https://www.biblereading.org. | | |
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Jan 15
Bridges to Contemplative Living,
10:00 a.m. in Vestry Room with Kimberly Korobov.
Outreach Forum, 10:00 a.m. in Parish Hall with The Rev. Deacon Devon Smyth and Outreach Director Meghan Bennett.
The Outreach Forum will be live streamed via Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86380507169?pwd=UHVpb2xwdS80aGwrdWM1cWxieHc0UT09
Jan 22
Bridges to Contemplative Living,
10:00 a.m. in Vestry Room with Kimberly Korobov.
Forum - Phe & the Work of Death,
10:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall with
The Rev. Mary Demmler.
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Jan 29
When I Go…
A 4-week series on getting your affairs in order starting January 29 at 10:10am
Have you ever had to plan a loved one’s funeral without knowing what to do? Or had to deal with their estate without having the proper legal ease? Too often, we’re making important decisions while we’re in the midst of grief, which makes it all the more difficult. People often “don’t want to talk about it,” however, talking about our deaths is important, healthy, and can be a true gift to your loved ones. In this 4-week series, we will look at the various areas one needs to prepare.
Jan 29 - Father Jeff will discuss the Burial Rite & preparing for your liturgical service.
Feb 5 - Linda Parmer will talk about the legal planning one needs to think about.
Feb 12 - Keith Hancock from Almon Funeral Home will talk about arranging the other necessary parts of a funeral.
Feb 19 - Ketty Cusick will talk about the gift of legacy planning
If you aren’t able to attend these, but are interested, please let Jeff know so we can get you the information you need.
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Children & Youth Ministries
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Sundays at 10:10am: Children’s Sunday school in the Iona Center, contact Andrea Hitzeman ([email protected])
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Sundays at 10:10am: Risers (5th-6th Grade), Rite 13 (7th-8th Grade), J2A (9th-10th Grade), 4Ward (11th-12th Grade), contact Fr. Jeff ([email protected])
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INFORMATION
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Church Calendar
Christian Formation for Adults
Schedules
Altar Flower Sign Up
Vestry Minutes
Ways to give to St. Margaret's
Link to on line Church directory
Prayer list
Birthdays and Anniversarie
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The Adult Christian Formation Commission at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church supports the continuing education and spiritual development of church members and non-member friends. Through learning and fellowship in a wide variety of faith-forming programs, we nourish and challenge adults as the explore their faith and grow in relationship with God. This year we present the following opportunities for believers and searchers to engage one another more deeply in Christian education and fellowship. For more information or to register for a listing, please use the email addresses listed under each group name. Information about any new events will be announced in the church newsletter.
Click here for Classes and Groups
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| 9:00 a.m. | 11:00 a.m. | | Lay Reader | Juan Carlos Forero
Randy Denmon | Micheal Crafton
Lindsey Langford | | Epistle Reader | Lee Sundberg | Gary Solomon | | Crucifer | Lucas Herman | Jon Adams | | Bookbearer | Elena Forero | Xander Adams | | Taperer | Sevryn Korobov
Lanie Cotton |
| | Usher | Oak Long | Neal Langford | | A/V | Julie Foreman | Debra Adams | | Altar Guild | Stephanie Turner,
Diana Rash
Jeana Langford
Lindsey Langford |
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| 9:00 a.m. | 11:00a.m. | | Lay Reader | Mike Coker
Rose Coker | Clay Robinson
Hagan Russell | | Epistle Reader | Janice Sundberg | Don Chalfant | | Crucifer | Wright Roenigk | Liam Jackson | | Bookbearer | Oak Long | Grey Jackson | | Taperer | Lily Bouchard
LillieKate Hitzeman |
| | Usher | James Tollerson | Robert Graf | | A/V | Tai Jackson | Ryan Roenigk | | Altar Guild | Liz Key, Jeanette Bernhardt, Rose Dufour,
MaryNell Nour |
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Three ways for you to give to St. Margaret's.
1.Bill Pay
Contact your bank and let them know that you would like to set up a recurring payment to St. Margaret's Episcopal Church. You will need to provide them with the amount, our address, and the date(s) in which you would like these payments made. A check will be automatically drafted to St. Margaret's from your bank.
2. Cash or personal check
Please make checks payable to St. Margaret's Episcopal Church and send to:
606 Newnan Street, Carrollton, GA 30117.
3. Online Giving
You can give online using our simple, secure giving system. Go to our website, stmargaretsga.com and click on the Giving tab on the tool bar (or click here ). Once you click on the donation button just follow the instructions.
Thank you in advance for your generosity and willingness to support the ministries of
St. Margaret's.
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Dear Members,
Our church directory is now available to view on any web browser! Instant Church Directory — the program we use to build our church directory — has a free website for church members to view our directory online.
To view the directory online, go to members InstantChurchDirectory.com to log in.
If you can't sign in, email Julie ([email protected]) and she will check your email address.
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Prayer List
Paul, Stephanie, Susan, Max, Sandy, Randy, Patricia, Su Yieh, Henry, Jim, Alice, Adam, Katrina, Wilton, Melissa, Chris, Marsha, Debbie, Sophie, Alison, Noelle, Mellissa, Ralph, Judy Baumgartner, Peggy, Judith, our seminarian Joshua, and all who serve in the military.
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JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES
16-Jan Bob & Debris Covel
30-Jan Max & Sandy Stephens
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JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
12-Jan Meg Popwell,
Randy Hill
14-Jan Julie Williard
15-Jan Mathew Basil
17-Jan Trey Fleck
18-Jan Gittle Sciolis
19-Jan Rowan Laffoday
20-Jan Mary Katheryn Anderson,
Ronnie Hitchcock,
Bonnie Cooper
22-Jan Hue Maierhofer
23-Jan Van Wilks, Ron Harrell, Julie Weber
25-Jan Beau Vaughn
27-Jan Ron Berard, Bunchie Engel
28-Jan Sally Bobick,
Lindsey Langford,
Maxine Kelly
29 Jan Martha Goodson
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Check out our Welcome Video on our website -
click here or on the picture and then scroll down to watch video.
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2022 - 2023 Vestry
Front: Neal Langford, Ryan Roenigk (Sr. Warden), Blake Adams
Middle: Noah Brewer, Nicole Long, Sarah Jones
Back: George Kelly (Jr. Warden), Juan Forero, Georgia Carter
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