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- Faith & Film Summer Movie Series Begins
- Sing in the Summer Choir!
- Expanded Coffee Hour - 4 slots left
- Blueberries are coming in
- DEAM Pantry Drive for June
- VBS Volunteers Needed
- Parishioner Art Show Artists Wanted
- Parish Retreat - SAVE THE DATE
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We welcome the Rev. Dr. Horace Griffin as our preacher today
and Mr. Alvin Blount as our guest organist. | | | |
Sing in the Summer Choir
Join us any Sunday now through August 30
The Summer Choir is open to adults and youth; we rehearse one anthem on Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m. and then sing it during the 10:00 a.m. liturgy (no vestments, no weekday commitment, lots of fun and fellowship). Join us upstairs in the Music Suite.
Contact Julie Ryder if you have questions or want more information.
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Expanded Coffee Hour
Sign up to Host a Sunday!
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The Young Adults Group is hosting today’s coffee hour. Please join us in the parish hall after the service for goodies, and coffee, tea, and juices.
There are four Sundays still available for groups or individuals to sign up to host.
Anyone is welcome to bring some simple breakfast items. Individuals and families may bring a dish or groups can sign up. Parish groups are welcome to set up displays, handouts, or fliers to promote their ministries.
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The Meadow is open!
Blueberries are coming in. There are new figs to check out. The Monarda (bee balm) is very red and tall. Visit and wander. Bring a cup for picking blueberries.
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Contemplative Practice
2nd Sundays in the Choir Loft at 4:00 p.m.
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Come gather with us on second Sundays at 4:00 p.m. for a time of reflection, meditation instruction, and gathering with others seeking a more grounded way of being in the world.
Led by Bobbi Patterson and Amy Dills-Wright.
| | Epiphany youth and their families are invited to join the Epiphany community in the Parish Hall for a viewing of Love, Simon. The movie will begin at 5:30 p.m. and conclude around 8:00 pm. Be sure to register on Realm for popcorn and pizza! | | Faith & Film Summer Movie Series Starts this Sunday, June 14 | | | | |
Join us this Pride Month for a special screening of Love, Simon, a heartfelt coming-of-age story about identity, family, friendship, and the courage to be yourself.
In our Episcopal Baptismal Covenant, we pledge to respect the dignity of every person, and this film offers an opportunity to reflect on themes of acceptance, belonging, and love. Come enjoy the movie, fellowship, and conversation as we gather in a spirit of welcome and inclusion. Youth and adults are welcome!
Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by the movie at 6:00 p.m. We’ll conclude around 8:00 pm.
We ask that you please RSVP no later than Friday, June 12 so we can plan for pizza and popcorn.
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Altar Arrangements & Sanctuary Light Sign Up
- The Arrangements at the Altar are given to the Glory of God.
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The Sanctuary Light is given to the Glory of God and in memory of a much loved mother, Patricia Belcore, by her daughter Barbara Belcore.
Altar Arrangements & the Sanctuary Light can be given in honor of an anniversary, birthday, or in memory of a loved one. Click the button link to reserve dates that have meaning for you.
Click here to choose a date >>
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DEAM Pantry Drive
For the Month of June
| Epiphany stocks the pantry at the Decatur-area Emergency Assistance Ministry (DEAM) twice a year in January and June. For the month of June, we are collecting canned vegetables (especially greens), canned soup, and multi-packs of peanut butter crackers. We hope to collect 75 of each. Wooden bins for your donations are in the gallery by the front door. Also, we collect travel toiletries year round. | | | | |
Contemplative Book Group
Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. through July 9
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6/18—This time the group will be exploring Subversive Sabbath by A. J. Swoboda, for five weeks starting June 11 in Room 201. We’ll be looking at Sabbath as both a spiritual practice and a form of resistance to the prevailing culture of productivity, distraction, and anxiety, both individually and for our communities. Swoboda proposes that “God may actually do more when we do less.”
Drop-ins are welcome as together we seek to live into the creative, abundant life God desires for us.
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Men’s Breakfast Group—Tuesdays following the 7:00 a.m. service
6/16—The Men’s Breakfast Group gathers for breakfast and discussion following the 7:00 a.m. Tuesday service and are typically on their way by 8:00 a.m. Contact Dave Thompson with any questions.
Epiphany Earth & Soul—3rd Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. • Hybrid
6/16—This group focuses on practicing Celtic Spirituality, where we gather to discuss and experience the beauty of nature and celebrate the divine in all creatures, including ourselves. Led by the steering group of Carol Bartlett, Nan Ross, and April Maa. Contact April for more information, to be placed on the email list, or to receive a link to the virtual meeting. In-person meetings are in Room 201. To learn more about Celtic Spirituality in general, one resource is www.earthandsoul.org.
Caregiver Support Group—3rd Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. • Zoom
6/16—The Caregiver Support Group meets monthly over Zoom. Parish members who are caring for a loved one gather to talk about their experience and support one another. The group is co-facilitated by parishioner Nancy Thompson, a Georgia-licensed psychologist. Contact Nancy if you are interested in joining this group.
The Munch Bunch—3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. • Thinking Man Tavern
6/16—Give yourself a mid-week-treat and join friends and friends-to-be for lunch at 1:00 p.m. at the Thinking Man Tavern on Howard Avenue in Decatur. No agenda. No reservation needed. Just fun. Contact: Laura Keys.
Epiphany Trivia Group—Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. • Universal Joint in Oakhurst
6/17—All are invited to join the Epiphany Trivia Group on Wednesdays at Universal Join in Oakhurst. Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m. and ends by 9:00 p.m. Contacts: Edie Brush or Jacob Geiger.
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Social Justice Action Group—Virtual Group
This social advocacy group promotes social and cultural change. The group identifies community events in which we can participate, and provides a curated list of local community happenings via Realm Groups. If you’d like to be part of this group, join via Realm Groups to view current opportunities of social justice action in our area.
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Looking Ahead
6/22—Community of Hope’s Circle of Care—4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m. • Parish Hall
7/2—Grief Pastoral Care Group—1st Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. • Zoom
7/8-10—Gateway Shelter Meal Ministry—2nd Fridays • Parish Hall/Kitchen
7/14—ECW—Sandwich Making 2nd Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. • Parish Hall/Kitchen
8/6—Fireside Sit & Sip—Once a month at 7:00 p.m. • Courtyard
| | | | Upcoming Services & Events | | | | Youth Trip to Camp Mikell | This year, our youth are invited to attend Camp Mikell’s Intermediate Camp (June 16–22 for rising 7th–9th graders) and Work Camp (July 12-18 for rising 10th graders through recent graduates). Money raised during youth fundraisers will help offset registration costs, and we will travel together to and from Toccoa. Taylor will join students for check-ins and some evening meals. Visit campmikell.com to register and experience the Mikell magic this summer! | | | | Thank you to everyone who contributed to helping our youth attend Camp Mikell this summer! You can continue to encourage our campers while they are away by sending a care package or a letter. For more details, please contact Taylor Irwin. | | | | |
VBS Volunteer Training - UPDATE
Saturday, June 21 after worship
Volunteer and youth counselor training will be held on June 21, after the service upstairs in Room 201.
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Vacation Bible School Volunteers Needed
On June 27, when we host Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Epiphany, it would be wonderful for our children to see familiar faces! Click the button to Volunteer for a shift on that day.
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Vacation Bible School
June 27, July 11, July 25
This year’s VBS will take a new shape! Families with children ages 3 through 5th grade are invited to gather for three Saturdays this summer for a shared experience of storytelling, service, and Sacrament. Join us on June 27, July 11, and July 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information about youth counselors and adult volunteer opportunities.
| | | | 6/28—Epiphany Youth and their parents are invited to a night of game-show show downs at the Game Show Battle Rooms in Dunwoody! Members of the Epiphany and Holy Trinity Parish (HTP) youth group will meet at 4:30 p.m. at HTP to carpool to the event. Our game slot begins at 5:00 p.m. and we will wrap up with dinner, returning to HTP by 7:00 p.m. | | |
Calling All Creatives!
Parishioner Art Show Coming Soon
Epiphany’s Art Ministry is excited to invite our adult parishioner creatives to exhibit and sell work for the month of September in the Epiphany Gallery.
Contact Page Love or Liefy by June 30 to reserve you place in the show.
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Youth Group
Water Olympics
7/12—Epiphany Youth are invited to test their skills at the Epiphany & Holy Trinity Water Olympics on Sunday, July 12! The evening will feature a variety of field-day-style water games and competitions, along with dinner and fresh watermelon.
Please register by July 5 so that we can get an accurate head count for dinner.
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Parish Retreat
Save the Date!
| 9/18-20—The Annual Parish Retreat will take place at The Mountain in Highlands, NC the weekend of September 18-20. Mark your calendar! | |
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For members who are bidding our prayers: Jamie Hare & Caitlin Cox, Wally & Anna • Eloise Wierwille • Joy Boyden • George Ross • Lisa Gray • Richard Shirah • Larry Wilcox • Mike Curry • Chris Miller & Ron Hutcheson • Philip Anderson • Louise Bedrossian (wife of Bob Thompson) • Barbara Belcore • Esther Harbert • Veta Smith (mother of Cecilia Democko) • Sally Brockington
For friends and family: Dr. Bob Hogg, brother of Liefy Smith • Paul & Nan O’Conner, friends of Jewel Allen • Allie Harrison, friend of Jarrod Moody • Andy & Amy, friends of Barbara Ryder • Ginger Hogg, sister of Liefy Smith • Daiga Dunis & Kim Wallen, friends of Susan & Loren Williams • Rosalind Blair, sister of Katharine Hilliard-Yntema • Rachel Williams, daughter-in-law of Susan & Loren Williams • Kay Harris, mother of Rebecca Webb • Danny Nodine, brother of Larry Nodine • Louise Peters, grandmother of Tristen Webb • Dave Tipton, brother of Pam Tipton • Isabel, granddaughter of Mike & Beth Towers
For members who desire our continuing prayers: Jewel Allen • Mary McCall Cash • Wende Crowe • Pat & Bill Graves • Bruce Fort • Esther Harbert • Robin Hairston • Rod MacLeod • Sally McClintock • Chris Miller & Ron Hutcheson • Ellen Mintzmyer • Ann Rowles • Pat Spivey • Beth Towers • Michael Towers, Jr. • Wayne & Judy Urban • Larry Wilcox • Wes, Kelly & Lillian Wright • Colleen
For those celebrating anniversaries the week of 6/14-20: Laura & Matthew May • Peter & Mary Ann Schneider • Claire & Cody Chaffins • Patrick & Shelle Bryant • Rebecca & Joe Follman • Pam Tipton & David Thierry • Ann & Joel Fowler • Kristin Mann & Steve Tipton • Bruce & Gretchen Maclachlan • Lisa Daily & Jim Rabb
For those celebrating birthdays the week of 6/14-20: Brittany Allen • Lawrence DePew • Penson Sherrill • Holly Slater • Noah Tobin • Stewart Mundy • Esther Harbert • Pilar Boulée • Judy Urban
For Amy, our rector, who is on sabbatical. She will return to the office on Monday, July 13.
| | | | Did we miss your anniversary or birthday? Send the full date of your anniversary and/or your date of birth to the parish office so that we can update our records. | | | |
The weekly deadline for submission of announcements for the Friday Morning eNews
and the Sunday bulletin is Wednesdays at Noon. Please send your submissions
ready to go to the parish office.
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