The Season of 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." 

ECW 'Food for Thought' gathering TODAY Thursday 2/20 5pm at Fish Thyme (Lunch is 2/25)

The ECW ladies are going to Fish Thyme on Feb 20 at 5pm located at 3979 S. Main Street, Acworth. Reservations are required. Contact Janice at 678-575-4503 for reservation. Lunch this month is Feb. 25 at Reveille on Shallowford Road at 11am.  Contact Janice Maxwell to learn more or RSVP.  Invite a friend! 

Mark your Calendar: Saint Martha's Guild to host Meeting THIS Sunday 2/23 after Services.

Saint Martha’s Guild is hosting a meeting for all women in the Church on Sunday, Feb. 23, following the 10:30 service - snacks will be served - everyone is asked to come and discuss Saint Martha's plans/activities. 

Adult Christian Formation Classes continue to Meet Sundays The ECA Christian Formation classes " Bible Challenge" and "Current Topics" continue to meet every Sunday at 9:30 & 9:40 AM respectively. All adults are invited to try one of these classes. Children's CF meets on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.

Buildings and Grounds Ministry Meeting Monday, Feb. 24 at 7pm

All are welcome to join the ECA Buildings & Grounds ministry.  We are meeting Monday, Feb. 24 at 7pm.  Join us!  Get involved at ECA! 

Reach Serving at Shady Grove Wednesday, February 26 at 5pm: All Welcome!

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. Travel Sized toiletries are also being collected for this outreach.

Mark Your Calendar: Shrove Tuesday is March 4 & Ash Wednesday is March 5th Join us to feast before we fast on Shrove Tuesday for a pancake supper served by the youth of ECA. Ash Wednesday will follow on March 5th with Imposition of Ashes at Noon & 7pm as we enter into this season of reflection and repentance. Details for the Lenten Series HERE

ECA Reach Collecting Canned Goods for the Ministries we Support ECA Supports Must Ministries, Never Alone and Papa’s Pantry by donating canned goods and non-perishables. Please bring donations on Sunday and place them in the baskets provided. During these cold months these items are greatly needed.  

Altar Flower Sign Up Now Available for 2025, Sign-up Sheets in the Narthex

There is a new sign-up poster in the Narthex for Altar Flowers for 2025. Please be sure to fill out a form to include your name, date for flowers, dedication, and phone number in case of questions. We have many dates available and your donations help decorate our worship space each week. Thank you for supporting the Altar Flower Ministry!

Each Month we make available and update our Year-to-Date Financials

(YTD) Through Jan. 2025     Actual           Budget           +/-

Revenues                                $19,405         $21,281            ($1,876)

Expenses                                $21,966         $20,789           ($1,177)

Net Year                                ($2,561)          ($492)             ($3,053)

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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