Volume 12, Issue #34
August 25, 2022

In the name of Christ, we embrace all people to be nourished and empowered by the Holy Spirit to love and serve the world.



Mona Proctor bids a fond and grateful farewell to Ascension on August 31 after a nine-year term as Parish Administrator. Keep in touch at monagail@gmail.com
BIBLE STUDY

is PAUSED through September 4.
Meetings will resume on September 11
with discussion of John 3.
Simon House helped serve 38 people in our community with our “First Friday Freebies” event in August. We had a couple of people who were staying with relatives in Frankfort that lived in the flood-ravaged areas of eastern Kentucky. These individuals had lost everything and were so grateful for the clothes, shoes, and dishware that were available that day. We were also able to help some families with referrals and case management, which was really needed. This outreach to the community was heartwarming as well as helpful.

Because of that success, we want to provide this service again in September. Because the first Friday is the beginning of Labor Day weekend, we will delay our event until Friday, September 9. If you know of families or people needing essential clothing or household items, please let them know about this event. 

If you would like to help us, we will meet at the 231 E. Main Street office on Thursday, September 8, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM to organize items, and then for the event on Friday from 1:00-4:30 PM. Volunteers may choose to come any time during those time frames.

As always, our mothers, children, and clients have the first choice of any item donated to Simon House. They appreciate all these donations so much as they work at becoming self-sufficient. However, once they have chosen what they need, we do not have room to continue to store items indefinitely. That’s why we are trying these “Freebie Fridays.” If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call our office at 502-223-2138.

Thanks so much,
Linda Stopper
Simon House Volunteer
EASTERN KENTUCKY FLOOD RELIEF


There are so many ways to help! See more info on the 

Donate Online

Order from Amazon
This is a great way to make a little go a long way, with options under $5. Items will be shipped to St. Timothy's in Estill County.

Drop Off Supplies
Needed Items:
bleach
cleaning products
mops
buckets
disinfectant
paper towels
new underwear
Bring the above items to
Ascension on Sundays or Wednesdays
OR DIRECTLY TO
Thursdays, 10 AM - 2 PM

The Ven. Bryant Kibler, Archdeacon of the Mountain Region, will collect and transport supplies each week and deliver them to the staging area at St. Timothy's, Barnes Mountain.

Coming Soon:
VOLUNTEERING
When the time comes, we will need people willing to travel to work in cleanup and rebuilding. We will share these opportunities as we move into that phase.

Thanks,
Episcopal Relief & Development!

Our diocese has received a grant from the U.S. Disaster program of Episcopal Relief and Development of $10,000 to purchase gift cards which will begin to be distributed as soon as they arrive. Our focus for them at the moment will be Breathitt, Perry, Floyd, Knott, Pike, and Leslie counties. 
Come worship with us!
Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost
Proper 17

Sunday, August 28
with HOLY EUCHARIST
(Holy Communion)

OPEN for live, in-person worship inside the church.
Masking is optional for those who are vaccinated.

Breakfast is available starting at 9:00.
Choir rehearsal begins at 9:30.
Nursery for children ages 0-5 opens at 10:15.
Live worship service and online Morning Prayer start at 10:30.
Bible Study is PAUSED through September 4. Meetings will resume on September 11 with discussion of John 3.

"Listen EVERYWHERE" is available inside the church with a provided personal speaker or using an app on your cell phone with your own hearing aid or earphones - ask an usher for assistance.
Check our Online Calendar

Contact the church office for calendar reservations and details (phone 502-223-0557 or email info@ascensionfrankfort.org).
MINISTRY TEAMS will rotate weekly. Individual and late changes may not be reflected in bulletins due to composing and printing deadlines.

To notify of absence and request a substitute for the upcoming Sunday, please contact the Verger, Leah MacSwords, 502-545-0437 or lcmacs@aol.com (substitutes may include Suzanne Cox, Bryan Hendricks, Shannon Lancaster, Julia Tyson, Pauline Van Horn, Candy Charters, Jason Harrod).
Your participation is important!
To inquire about serving as a lector, crucifer, chalice bearer, or usher, please contact Deacon Rebecca Saager
(email curate@ascensionfrankfort.org or call 502-316-8899).
Find the Diocese of Lexington online at
This web site has an abundance of information and resources -
check it out!
Intercessions for the Church: St. Michael’s, Lexington - The Ven. Laurie Brock, Rector; The Rev. Jessee Neat, Priest Associate.

Seminarians: Izak, Carter, Melanie, Thomas.

Recently in need of prayers: Barbara, Bill, Danny, Esther, Frances, George, Ida, Linda, Madonna, Marilyn, Martha, Marshall, Mike, Nicole, and those affected by recent flooding in eastern Kentucky.

Continuing concern: Agnes, Anissa, Bill, Dan, David, Debbie, Donnie, Faye, Jan, Jesse, Jinks, John, Laia, Layne & Katherine; Linda, Lynda, Marilyn, Mike & Susie, Polly, Rena, Richard, Shannon, Susan, and Will. We also pray for those affected by the COVID pandemic, for those affected by the western Kentucky tornadoes in December 2021, and for those on active duty in the military: Daniel, Houston, Josh, Nick, and Tanner.

Thanksgiving: for our teachers, students and school personnel.

Birthdays: 8/28 – Shannon Lancaster.

NOTICE:
Part of the strength of this congregation is our care and concern for each other. Please help us to do this by letting us know when you are ill, hospitalized, or otherwise in need of prayer and/or visitation. We especially want to serve you during these times. Also, if we don’t have your birthday or anniversary on file, or if it appears incorrectly, please let us know! 
“For I was hungry and you gave me food,
I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink…”
Matthew 25:35

Your immediate support will help Episcopal Relief & Development and other Anglican partners provide humanitarian assistance to people fleeing the violence in Ukraine. CLICK HERE to learn more and to donate.
 CLICK HERE to support other parts of our world
in conflict and great need.
A PRAYER FOR UKRAINE
God of peace and justice,
We pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,
That your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace,
For wisdom, discernment and compassion
To guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,
That you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Amen.
Archbishop Justin Welby – Archbishop Stephen Cottrell

Clergy and Staff

  • The Rev. Peter Doddema, Priest
  • The Rev. Dr. William G. Brown, Assisting Priest Emeritus 
  • The Rev. Deacon Rebecca A. Saager, Curate
  • The Rev. Deacon Susan E. Kurtz, Deacon
  • Mr. John B. Martin, Director of Music & Organist
  • Ms. Mona Landrum Proctor, Parish Administrator 
  • Mr. David Gierlach, Sexton


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