The Season of Pentecost at ECA

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

A Stewardship Letter from Fr. Paul

Dear Friends in Christ,

Jesus assures us, “In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places.” (John 14:2, NRSV)

These words remind us that God’s abundance is spacious and generous. There is plenty good room in God’s household for each of us. St. Paul also reminds us “God blesses us with abundance, so that by always having enough of everything, we may share abundantly in every good work.” (2 Corinthians 9:8). This year’s stewardship theme, Plenty Good Room, invites us to recognize the abundance God has already entrusted to us. This is even more evident as we move into this next year as we celebrate 40 years of ministry and mission at ECA. Even in uncertain times, we are called to trust that there is enough: enough for our families, enough for our church, enough for our neighbors. We will provide several opportunities... click here to continue reading. 

Vestry Investor Spotlight This Week:  Sue Tidwell This week, the highlight is on Sue Tidwell! Sue currently serves on the Finance Committee as the Chair, helping to navigate the finances of ECA. She is proficient and efficient in her tasks, and we are blessed to have her time and talent at ECA. Additionally, Sue has often been seen behind the scenes quietly contributing to ECA by doing things such as dishwashing for St Martha’s guild at numerous events and receptions and is always helping out. Sue is a long-time treasure at ECA! Thank you Sue for investing in ECA and our ministry and mission!

Daughters of Annunciation will have a Display This Sunday! Come See!

DOK will have a display and be available to answer

questions on their chapter and Daughters of the King with coffee hour THIS Sunday, September 27. All are welcome to stop by and ask questions or just see what the Daughters are all about!

Adult Christian Formation has Begun Again! Every Sunday All adults are welcome to join a Christian Formation class. The Bible Challenge Class is studying the 'Women of the Bible' and meet every Sunday at 9:30am in the Ruby Room. See Bliss Peterson to get a book. Additionally, another Adult CF class based on the 'Fruit of the Spirit' is meeting in the church at 9:30am. Children/Youth CF will meet September 27th, then on the first and third Sunday of each month. Get involved! Join us!

Mark your Calendar: Youth Christian Formation, Fruits of the Spirit starts THIS Week. Be A Difference Maker! This year, our youth will explore the Fruit of the Spirit this year by studying the 9 virtues of the heart written by the Apostle Paul in Galatians 5:22-23. Through our studies, activities, and crafts, we will strive to be "difference makers" in our world! We will begin with the virtue, LOVE in September. This is an internal heart attitude towards God and others. We will study the many ways that Jesus showed love and how we can be more loving in our everyday lives. All children/youth are invited! Bring a friend! Children/Youth CF will begin meeting on the first and third Sunday of each month (note the change for the first meeting on September 27). See Cheryl Farr to learn more.

Buildings and Grounds Ministry to Meet September 28 at 7pm

The Buildings and Grounds Committee typically meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7pm in the Activities building.  All are welcome!

ECA 40th Anniversary Celebration continues with a trip to Mercier Orchards on October 3, 2026 from 9am - 4pm!

Join us Saturday, October 3rd for a day in North Georgia and Mercier Orchards. Experience a tractor ride, apple picking, shopping, wine tasting and lunch (additional expense required).  Optional group transportation may be available via bus ($10 limit 28 people/ sign up in Narthex). Contact Bliss Peterson or Debbie Hreha with questions.  All activities at the Orchard and lunch are optional and at additional expense. Tractor rides to the orchard are $8 pp, Self-picking a bag of apples is $12. Wine and hard cider is available by the glass, and a wine flight (sampler of three) is $15. Join Us!!

Mark your Calendar: Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 4 at the 10:30am Service Bring your furry friends (or the not so furry friends) to the ECA Blessing of the Animals service outside under the pavilion on Sunday, October 4th at the 10:30am service.  All are welcome!

ECA Reach Collecting Canned Goods for the Ministries we Support

ECA Supports Encompass Ministries and Never Alone by donating canned goods and non-perishables. Please bring donations on Sunday and place them in the baskets provided. During these difficult times these items are greatly needed.  

ECA 40th Anniversary Events all through Fall 2026, Make Plans to Join us!

Join us in celebrating our 40th year as ECA!  Activities and Events are scheduled throughout the year.  In addition to the wonderful activities we have already celebrated, mark your calendar for an Investors Dinner on January 30, an ECA cookbook and 40th Celebration service on April 24 with all-day events to follow. Join the Celebration! We Hope you will enjoy the festivities as we celebrate 40 years of ministry!

Each Month we provide our Year-to-Date Financials 

Through August 2026          Actual                    Budget                +/-      ____

Revenues                                    $172,809                 $192,658          ($19,849)

Expenses                                     $182,274                  $188,316             $6,042

Net Year                                       ($9,465)                      $4,342           ($13,807)

Fr. Paul is available during the week, Monday - Thursday, for appointments, guidance, prayer, support, and other needs you may have.

Fr. Paul is out of the office on Fridays. Please call 770-490-7234 or email rector@ecamarietta.org to schedule an appointment, 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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