THE SEASON OF ADVENT

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

ECA WEEKLY CALENDAR


Saturday, December 13

9am Gamblers Anonymous

NO Journeys Group in December


Sunday, December 14

8:30am Holy Eucharist Rite I

9:30 Bible Challenge

9:40am Youth Breakfast

9:40am Current Topics CF

10:30am Holy Eucharist Rite I

12pm Reach Ministry Meeting


Tuesday, December 16

4pm ECW 'Food for Thought' Dinner


Wednesday, December 17

NO Faith, Food & Fellowship in December


Thursday, December 18

6pm ECW to World of Illumination

LOOKING AHEAD



Friday, December 19

6:30pm ECW Christmas Cookie Exchange


Sunday, December 21

Greening of the Church

8:30am Holy Eucharist Rite I

9:40am Children/Youth CF

9:40am Current Topics CF

10:30am Holy Eucharist Rite I

12pm NO Southern Comforters Meeting in December

12pm Greening of the Church & Festive Brunch Reception




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The Third Sunday of Advent




December 14, 2025



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Stir up thy power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let thy bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be honor and glory, world without end. Amen.




Isaiah 35:1-10

Psalm 146:4-9

James 5:7-10

Matthew 11:2-11



Server Schedule for the Month of:


December


If you would like to volunteer to serve or read at any of the Christmas Services, please email the office ASAP: ecaparish@gmail.com



Thank you for Serving ECA!


We Need YOU!

Vestry Nominations Open for 2026: Please Prayerfully Consider Serving

Those interested in serving on Vestry at ECA, please contact Fr. Paul. Vestry is a 3- year commitment with a retreat in January. Vestry qualifications are: any confirmed

Communicant in good standing of the parish not less than 18yrs of age, a regular attendant of church services the preceding year before election, and known by the treasurer to have made and fulfilled a stated financial commitment for church support throughout preceding year before election.

Last Youth Breakfast of the Year This Sunday at 9:40am!  All youth invited. 

The youth will meet between services for the last youth breakfast of the year together. Reach out to Lily Lippert if you have any questions. 

Bible Challenge

Bible Challenge: Last Meeting of the Year This Sunday!  Will resume in January

Bible Challenge will complete the current study this week.  See Bliss Peterson if you are interested in joing the next Bible Challenge study beginning in January.  


Reach Ministry to meet This Sunday at Noon in the Activities Bldg. Come see what in-reach and out-reach ministry is all about at ECA.  Typically meeting on the Second Sunday of each month after the 10:30am Service.



Calling all Children and Youth! It’s time for the Annual Christmas Pageant

We need children to read parts of our Christmas Pageant as well as simply dress as a character and be on ‘stage’. If your children and/or grandchildren are interested, please contact Cheryl Farr or Lilly Lippert. ‘Tis the season! 


ECW ‘Food for Thought’ Dinner December 16 at 4pm / Christmas Lights Outing December 18 All Ladies are invited to join ECW for dinner on Tuesday, December 16 at 4pm at Chili’s -Roswell Road in Marietta.  See Janice Maxwell to RSVP or learn more.  ECW will also gather to go look at Christmas Lights at World of Illumination on Thursday, December 18th at 6pm. See Janice to car-pool. Join Us!

Christmas Poinsettias and Flower Contributions now being accepted. If you would like to make a contribution for Christmas poinsettias, greens, etc. please fill out a flower form in the Narthex. Simply indicate whether your gift is "in memory of" or "in thanksgiving for." The amount is voluntary (suggested donation $30). Thank you for your gift!


Tickets for the 12th Annual Ladies Tea on Sale Now!  Tickets will be available this Sunday in the breezeway after the service. Tickets are $25 each and will be available every Sunday between services and after the 10:30. Everyone is welcome, including young adults over the age of 10. We look forward to welcoming you to another fun and delicious tea on February 7  at 2:00 pm in the Activities building. Remember, tickets would make a great stocking stuffer!

Christmas Service Times

Christmas Eve: The Eve of The Nativity - Sunday, December 24th

5 PM The Children's Christmas Story, Holy Eucharist Rite II Service

8:15 PM Carols 8:45 PM Traditional Service Rite II with Festive Music and String Musicians

 

No Christmas Day Service – Merry Christmas to all!

Each Month we provide our Year-to-Date Financials

Through November 2025 Actual              Budget               +/-           .             

Revenues                               $244,075      $263,982          ($19,907)

Expenses                               $249,979           $264,056           $14,077

Net Year                              ($5,904)                   $73.83            ($5,830)

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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