Our mission is to grow in faith, build thriving community, and transform lives through Christ’s love. | | |
Recently hospitalized: Nancy Dietrich, George Hummel (last week), Bill Price.
Receiving palliative care: Ken Arnold, Ron Baker.
White roses at the altars are in celebration of the birth of Darren & Susan Harville's granddaughter.
The Pantry monthly request for September is diapers (see details below). Brown paper bags with handles are always needed. Donation bins can be found outside the worship spaces at both campuses.
Pantry immediate needs: infant boys' clothes, size 9 months; and men's shoes, sizes 9.5 & 12. Thank you for your continued support of your Pantry!
The office and buildings will be CLOSED Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Please note: security keypad codes will NOT open exterior doors.
A funeral service for Stephen Spitler will take place on Saturday, September 12 at 10:00 a.m. at the Austin Campus.
Let us pray for you! If you have a prayer request, submit a prayer request online, reach out to the church office (937-433-1449), or contact Pastor Julie (860-371-4030) or Pastor Corey (513-341-5194).
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September 6, 2026
15th Sunday after Pentecost
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Austin Campus
9 AM - Traditional
*10:30 AM - Praise
Pastor Corey Wagonfield
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Far Hills Campus
9 AM - Praise (Outdoor Chapel)
10:30 AM - Traditional
Pastor Julie Reuning-Scherer
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*We alternate the 10:30 a.m. livestream service each week between campuses and worship expressions. Find the livestream on YouTube or our website.
Past worship services as well as sermon videos can be found here.
| | ☀️ Far Hills 9 a.m. Praise Worship is in the Outdoor Chapel through September 27. If we decide to move indoors to the sanctuary, it will be posted on Facebook and our website by 7 a.m. Sunday. | |
Help Us Find Epiphany's Next Office Administrator
Dear Epiphany Family and Friends,
Epiphany Lutheran Church is seeking a full-time Office Administrator to join our staff team.
This position plays an important role in the daily life of our church by supporting worship administration, office operations, facility-use coordination, and the many behind-the-scenes functions that help ministry happen each day. The Office Administrator is often the first person who members, visitors, volunteers, and community partners encounter and helps create a welcoming, organized, and supportive environment for ministry.
We are looking for someone who feels called to serve through hospitality, organization, administration, and supporting the mission of the church. Individuals with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, excellent communication abilities, and a heart for serving others are encouraged to apply.
The Office Administrator position is the first step in several planned staffing adjustments designed to strengthen ministry and improve how staff responsibilities are aligned to support the mission of Epiphany. After the position is filled and the new employee is onboarded, Jennifer Henderson will transition into a new role, and we look forward to sharing more about that change soon.
Do you know someone who might be a great fit?
Please share this opportunity with friends, family members, colleagues, church members, or others who may be looking for a meaningful way to use their gifts in service to Christ and our church.
Interested individuals may see the job description for more information and send inquiries, cover letter, and current resume to jobs@epiphanydayton.org.
Thank you for helping us identify the person God may be calling to this important ministry.
Grace and Peace,
The Leadership Team
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📣 Seeking a Part-Time Campus Coordinator!
Epiphany is also looking to hire a part-time Campus Coordinator to work primarily at the Far Hills campus. The Campus Coordinator will work Sunday mornings and occasional other days during busy seasons to welcome visitors and support the worship life of Epiphany. See the job description for more information. Interested candidates should submit all inquiries, current resume, and cover letter to jobs@epiphanydayton.org.
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Two Sundays from Now
"God's Work. Our Hands." Sunday
September 13
- ONE blended worship service (traditional and praise music)
- 9:00 a.m. at Far Hills Campus
- followed by multiple service opportunities (see below)
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LAST CALL! We're in the final stretch of our school supply drive for Lutheran World Relief School Kits. We are ONLY in need of the following:
- 55 rulers
- 220 black pens
- 10 erasers
Drop off in marked bins at either Epiphany campus by this Sunday, September 6!
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🚼 The Pantry item of the month is a little different for September. We are having a diaper drive!
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Diapers of all sizes (including pull-ups) can be dropped off in the lobby at either campus. The donated diapers will be distributed by your Epiphany Pantry in conjunction with our partners at the Dayton Diaper Depot.
- PARENTS, if you have partial packages of diapers that you no longer need, we can take those.
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Financial donations are also welcome!! The Depot can get diapers AT COST. Please mark your financial donation “for diapers” or give online by choosing "Diaper Drive" at the bottom of the dropdown menu.
Join us in keeping little bottoms dry. And, as always, thank you for your generous support of your pantry.
| | 🌱 Ever heard of the Matching Fund for our operating budget? Right now we are inviting interested people to make a gift beyond their pledge to inspire others to give during the upcoming fall appeal. Learn more here. | | | 💻 The Tuesday Zoom Bible Study group resumes weekly meetings Sept 8 @ 11 a.m. and focuses on the following week’s Gospel reading. Use this link to join the study. Contact: Bob Ransbottom | | 🍽️ ROMEOs Lunch: Wednesday, Sept 9 @ 11:30 a.m. at China Cottage, 6290 Far Hills Ave, Centerville. All men are welcome! Contact Paul Gresham at 937-620-0391. | | 👪 Capable Kids: A Community Challenge Supporting Youth Mental Health - Thursday, Sept 10, 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Austin Campus. Families are invited to participate in this free community initiative that encourages age-appropriate independence to help children build confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills. | | 📕 Women’s Bible Study with Pastor Julie: select Wednesdays. Week 2: Sept 16 at 10 a.m. in the Far Hills Conference Room. This fall’s focus is Acts Learner Guide (Books of Faith Series). Register here. | | 👨 Saturday Men’s Group begins its regular season on Sept 12 @ 9 a.m. in the Far Hills Conference Rm. All men who want fellowship and who want to learn more about this world that God created for us are welcome. Contact: Bob Ransbottom. First week's topic: Rain Bombs - NOVA | | 🔴🔵🟢 Bingo: Saturday, Sept 19, 6-9 p.m., Far Hills Celebration Center. Click here for details and prices. Volunteer to help here. Proceeds benefit Epiphany Lutheran Preschool. | | 🎉 🍽️JULIETs are celebrating our first birthday! Next lunch: Wednesday, Sept 23 @ 11:30 at the Chop House, 7727 Washington Village Dr, Centerville 45459. Please RSVP to Debbie Gresham 937-620-0392 by September 21. All ladies are welcome to attend JULIETs, Just Unique Ladies Interested in Eating Together. | | 📖 Pastor Corey’s 2026 Book Club - Thursday, Sept 24: We Survived the End of the World by Steven Charleston. Two meeting options: Far Hills 10 a.m. (Rm 13) or North Sea Brewing 6 p.m. Monthly book study geared toward teens and adults. Book list and details here. | | ❤️ Young at Heart Oktoberfest for 55+: Sunday, Oct 4 @ 5 p.m. German food, potluck, music, and more. $15 per person. Details and sign up here. | | ⚠️CAUTION at Far Hills: a sinkhole on the east side of the lower parking lot is marked by orange cones. | | The next monthly Church Council meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 23 at 7 p.m. in the Far Hills Conference Room. | | Praise Music Playlist: Find this Sunday's praise songs and listen to them on a playlist compiled by Praise Director Mary Groom. | | Altar Flowers and Eternal Flame: Click here for information on signing up and payment. | |
Online Giving: To set up or change recurring donations to the operation budget and ministries, or to make a one-time donation, visit our Giving webpage. Find instructions on setting up and editing recurring gifts on this help page, or contact giving administrator Brittany Albert.
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Regular Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The office will be locked at 1 p.m.; by appointment after 1 p.m and on Fridays. Office is locked on second and fourth Tuesdays during morning staff meeting.
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September 6 - 15th Sunday after Pentecost
Ezekiel 33:7-11, Psalm 119:33-40,
Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20
September 13 - 16th Sunday after Pentecost
Genesis 50:15-21, Psalm 103:8-13,
Romans 14:1-12, Matthew 18:21-35
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