The Season after Pentecost at ECA

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."

ECA WEEKLY CALENDAR

Saturday, October 24

9:00am GA Meeting

Sunday, October 25

8:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II

9:30am Bible Challenge CF

9:30am Adult CF (in the Church)

10:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II

Monday, October 26

7:00pm Buildings & Grounds Meeting

Wednesday, October 28

4:30pm Reach Serving at Shady Grove

LOOKING AHEAD

Saturday, October 31

9:00am GA Meeting

Sunday, November 1

PLEDGE SUNDAY/ ALL SAINTS SUNDAY

Daylight Saving Time Ends

8:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II

9:30am Bible Challenge CF

9:30am Adult CF (in the Church)

9:40am Children/Youth CF

10:30am Holy Eucharist, Rite II

12pm ECW Meeting

Friday, November 6

4:30pm Youth Service Project

The Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost

Proper 25

October 25, 2026

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Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Leviticus 19:1-2,15-18

Psalm 1

1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Matthew 22:34-46

Server Schedule for the Month of:

October

November

Thank you for Serving ECA!

We Need YOU!

‘Plenty Good Room’ Stewardship Campaign at ECA. Please Turn in your Pledge by Nov. 1st

Stewardship season is almost over, we are seeking to have all pledges turned in by November 1st, you can place in the box in the narthex or the collection plate, email your amount, or call the office, Pledges will be blessed on All Saints Sunday. Please prayerfully consider how you can give of your time, talent and treasure to further the work and mission of ECA! There is ‘plenty good room’ for us all to be the hands and feet of Christ…. It’s what we do!

Click here to see the Stewardship page on our website.

Vestry Investor Spotlight This Week:

Maggie and Bobby Galt

This week our Investor Spotlight shines on a dynamic duo—Maggie and Bobby Galt. They are very active members of REACH ministries especially with Shady Grove. Maggie and Bobby help cook, package and serve our unsheltered brothers and sisters each month with generous hearts. They have been very involved in the planning of our first Fall Festival and Market. Maggie is also instrumental in the Cards from the Heart ministry sending cards to parishioners for anniversaries and birthdays. Bobby and Maggie rotate to furnish coffee hour goodies for all to enjoy. We appreciate the investments that Maggie and Bobby make to ECA!

Diocesan Annual Council: Delegates Needed! We are looking for volunteers to attend this years Diocesan Annual Council down at St. Phillips Cathedral Fri. Nov 6th & Sat. Nov 7th. Please contact Fr. Paul if you are interested in attending as a delegate on behalf of ECA. Thank You!

Buildings and Grounds Ministry Meeting Monday Mon. Nov. 26th 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!

Reach Serving at Shady Grove this Wed. Oct. 28th at 4:30pm

All are invited to join the ECA Reach ministry in preparing and delivering a meal to the homeless population every 4thWednesday of the month at Shady Grove Baptist Church. We meet at the church at 4:30pm to prepare then carpool down.

All Saints Sunday November 1st! Last Call for Names to be Read on Sunday

Please take a moment and fill out a form (in the Narthex) with the names of your loved ones who have passed from this life to the next. We will include these names in the bulletin with a special reading during All Saints Sunday.

Sharing love through "Undie Sunday"! Donations Needed - Last Call!

October is an exciting month for us to put love & peace into action! Each Sunday in October will be "Undie Sunday"!! The Youth CF is collecting new packs of t-shirts, underwear, and socks for men and women- dark colors are preferred for all. This will be our outreach project where we learn to think of others. Fresh, clean undergarments provide a basic need and self-worth for all. Thank YOU for helping us fill the box in the narthex with these needed items!

Celebrate 40 years with ECA 40th and Purchase Anniversary Merchandise! Get your ECA Anniversary Celebration Merchandise during coffee hour on Sunday or purchase online. Go to: https://tools.signupgenius.com/c/test-21485 to order! See Bliss Peterson to learn more.

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 Sept 2026 Actual Budget +/-

Revenues $190,438 $219,014 ($28,842)

Expenses $191,593 $209,521 $17,928

Net Year ($1,155) $9,493 ($10,914)

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