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- Youth Sunday - 5/3
- Graduate Recognition - 5/3
- Fireside Sit & Sip - 5/7
- Families with "Littles" Potluck - 5/8
- Youth Car Wash - 5/9
- Parish Picnic - 5/24 | RSVP
- Bach/Biber Project - 5/31
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Youth Sunday
Sunday, May 3
| This Sunday we will recognize our youth for their many contributions to our community and their leadership in the worship service as they will be serving in a variety of ways during the service. | |
Formation for All
Adult Formation | Sabbath—Sundays at 11:30 a.m. through May 17 • parish hall
Join us for this six-part course as we explore the biblical concept of Sabbath and what it means to embrace God’s rest in the midst of our busy lives and restless world. In doing so, we will come to understand the ancient idea of Sabbath as more than just downtime on the weekend. Rather, we will discover Sabbath as a disruptive and life-giving invitation to think differently about our priorities, the pace of our lives, and what it means to be created in the image of a God who rests. Each week will consist of a video presentation by Dr. Ryan Bonfiglio followed by conversation facilitated by Epiphany clergy and lay leaders.
Formation YouTube Playlists >>
Children's Formation—Sundays at 11:30 a.m. • locations vary
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Room 206—Godly Play for children 3 years old through 2nd grade.
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Room 205—Children in 3rd through 5th grade—a lectionary based curriculum for older children
Youth Formation—Sundays at 11:30 a.m. • lower-level classroom / donut den
The Youth (6th - 12th grade) curriculum, Current: Seeking God Together, explores 13 spiritual practices that can deepen and transform our relationship with God and others using interactive, age-appropriate strategies to help children and youth connect with God and the church as whole.
Click here to provide donuts for the youth on Sunday mornings.
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Epiphany Graduate Recognition
Congratulations Class of 2025
After the service we'll have a cake in the Parish Hall during coffee hour to celebrate our graduates. We invite you to join us and to congratulate our graduating members!
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Erin Braden graduated in December from Georgia State University College of Law and passed the Georgia Bar this spring.
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Ian Perry Boswell is graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Plant Biology from the University of Georgia.
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Ada Corcoran is graduating from Decatur HS and will be attending the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
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Brady Davis is graduating from Decatur HS and will be attending the University of Central Florida, majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
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Callaghan Finnegan is graduating from Paideia and will be attending Smith College in Massachusetts.
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Youth Group
Sunday at 4:00 p.m.
| This Sunday our youth group is invited to the Diocesan Graduation Ceremony at Epiphany. The service will begin at 4:00 p.m. followed by a reception. | | |
Diocesan Graduation Ceremony
Sunday, May 3 at 4:00 p.m.
5/3—This year Epiphany will be hosting the Diocesan graduation! Graduates and their families are invited to the service which takes place at 4:00 p.m. with a reception to follow.
The service will feature youth musicians, readers, and preachers and Bishop Wright will officiate the Eucharist. A dessert reception will be held afterwards in the parish hall.
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Art Ministry
now showing for the month of May
Epiphany’s Art Ministry welcomes paintings by local artist, Phyllis Kalu for the month of May. Phyllis is a contemporary visual artist specializing in acrylic painting, known for her vibrant and expressive works that bridge community, creativity, and spirituality. Please use the Art Ministry QR code to pay. Remember, 25% of all sales benefits Epiphany.
Learn more about the artist and the art ministry at epiphany.org/epiphany-gallery.
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One of our neighbors, weary of all the negativity in the world now, made a yard sign with a quote from Micah for neighbors, family, and friends. He has offered them to us for our parishioners as well.
They are located in the gallery. If they run out and you would still like one, use QR Code posted in the gallery or email the office to request one.
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Altar Arrangements & Sanctuary Light Sign Up
- The Arrangements at the Altar and the Sanctuary Light are given to the Glory of God.
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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Fireside Sit & Sip
Monthly at 7:00 p.m. • Courtyard
| | | | 5/7—The Fireside Sit & Sip group is for women primarily in their 40s, 50s, and 60s to come together just as you are. Bring a camp chair and join us around the fire pit in the courtyard to sit, sip, and enjoy conversation. Questions? Contact Kathy Corcoran or the Rev. Carmie McDonald. Sign up to bring drinks or snacks when you register. | | |
Potluck for Families with “Littles”
Friday, May 8 at 5:30 p.m. • Chaffin’s Home
| | | | 5/8—We invite all families with "littles" (newborn through kindergarten + any siblings) to a potluck dinner at the Chaffin family’s house on Friday, May 8 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The main dish is included. Please bring a side item to share. There will be games, chalk bubbles, and the Epiphany bouncy house! Please register and sign up to bring a side dish or dessert. | | |
Annual Youth Car Wash
Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
5/9—Join us for our annual Car Wash to support the youth trip to Camp Mikell! Swing by on Saturday to get your car sparkling clean and support a great cause. This also makes for a great Mother's Day gift. Youth—especially those going on the trip to Camp Mikell together—are encouraged to come help wash cars. Everyone is invited to come get their car washed and cheer on our hardworking crew!
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Men’s Breakfast Group—Tuesdays following the 7:00 a.m. service • parish hall
5/5—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.
Trivia Group—Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. • Wild Heaven in Avondale Estates
5/5—All are invited to join the Epiphany Trivia Group on Tuesdays at Wild Heaven in Avondale. Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m. and ends by 9:00 p.m. Contacts: Edie Brush or Jacob Geiger.
Choirs for Adults & Youth—Wednesdays • Music Suite
5/6—Our all-volunteer Epiphany Choir rehearses from 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. in the Music Suite.
Gateway Center Meal Ministry—meals served 2nd Fridays of the month
5/6-8—Volunteers cook in the Epiphany kitchen and then serve the meal at Gateway Shelter once a month. To help prepare, cook, or serve the meal, click here >>
Contemplative Book Group—Thursday at 11:00 a.m. through May 21
5/7—The Contemplative Book Group is reflecting on Fully Alive – Tending to the Soul in Turbulent Times by Elizabeth Oldfield on Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. through May 21 in Room 201. Oldfield’s book provides a framework for exploring ways we can stay “fully alive,” resilient, kind, open, generous, and brave, in these turbulent times. Click here to sign up >>
The Grief Pastoral Care Group—1st Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. • Zoom
5/7—The group meets online each month for a healing and faith-based conversation around grief and loss. It is led by parishioner and trained psychotherapist, Nancy Thompson. Please contact Nancy before attending for the first time.
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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
5/10—Contemplative Practice—2nd Sundays at 4:00 p.m. • Choir Loft
5/11—Epiphany Book Group—2nd Mondays at 7:00 p.m. • location varies
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For May: A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II, by Sonia Purnell.
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For June: Deacon King Kong by James McBride.
5/12—ECW—2nd Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. • Parish Hall/Kitchen
5/19—Epiphany & Earth & Soul—3rd Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. • Room 201 | Zoom
5/19—Caregiver Support Group—3rd Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. • Zoom
5/20—The Munch Bunch—3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. • Thinking Man Tavern
5/25—Community of Hope’s Circle of Care—4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m.
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Annual Parish Picnic
Sunday, May 24 • Join us after the service
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5/24—Please join Parish Life for a picnic style lunch served after the service. Joel Fowler and his crew will be grilling beef tenderloin, hot dogs, and veggie burgers. Please sign up to bring a table ready dessert or side dish to share. Parish Life will provide beverages (tea, lemonade, and water).
Cost for the tenderloin is $10 and $3 for the hot dogs and veggie burgers. Family maximum cost is $35. Register by Wednesday, May 20.
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. Intergenerational field games will take place in the meadow.
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Intergenerational Field Day
Sunday, May 24 • During the Parish Picnic
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5/24—Intergenerational field games will take place in the meadow during the parish picnic. Adults and children of all ages are invited to participate.
You may want to bring a change of clothes and some comfortable shoes for this event. Bring lawn chairs to watch the games!
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The Bach/Biber Project | NEW DATE
Sunday, May 31 at 4:00 p.m. • Nave
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5/31—Join us for the 6th and final performance of the Bach/Biber Project with violinist Judith Cox and organist Julie Ryder. Donations welcome, and a reception in celebration of this 3-year cycle will follow.
For more information, click here >>
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| | | | 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 in the coming months 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! | | |
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.
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For members who are bidding our prayers: Lynda Smith • Joy Boyden • George Ross • Lisa Gray • Richard Shirah • Larry Wilcox • Mike Curry • Wes, Kelly & Lillian Wright • Chris Miller & Ron Hutcheson • Ellen Mintzmyer • Philip Anderson • Louise Bedrossian (wife of Bob Thompson) • Barbara Belcore • Esther Harbert • Veta Smith (mother of Cecilia Democko) • Sally Brockington
For friends and family: The McCord & Bloom families, relatives of Pam Tipton • Marshall Keys, brother-in-law of Laura Keys • Paul & Nan O’Conner, friends of Jewel Allen • Kelty Grace, friend of Linda Ryder-Wolf • The Morse Family, friends of Rod & Michele MacLeod • Brian Peacock, grandfather of Elli Peacock • 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 • Ann Rowles • Pat Spivey • Beth Towers • Michael Towers, Jr. • Wayne & Judy Urban • Larry Wilcox • Colleen
For those who have died: Mark McCord, cousin of Pam Tipton
For those celebrating anniversaries the week of 5/3-9: Erin & James Dunn • Kienan & Lindsay King
For those celebrating birthdays the week of 5/3-9: Lauren Davis • Randy Stewart • Michelle Moody • Lisa Stewart • Abigail Peacock-Marcewicz • Barbara Ryder • Elizabeth Walden • Nick Theyerl • Cody Chaffins • Sara Kathryn Wierwille • Pat Spivey
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The weekly deadline for submission of announcements for the Friday Morning eNews
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