This Week at Epiphany, June 22-28
Cliff West
THIS WEEK AT EPIPHANY, June 22 – June 28, 2008
A PDF version of these announcements may be viewed and printed on the Church of the Epiphany Web site by using the following link: http://www.churchoftheepiphany.org/periodic/ThisWeek/EpiphanyThisWeek.pdf
Celebrant/Preacher — The Rev. Amber Stancliffe Evans
Deacon — The Rev. Hailey McKeefry Delmas
Acolytes — Peter Morrow, Rebecca Mulready, Angela Rae, Savannah Rae
Acolyte Parent — Lora O’Haver
Altar Guild — Claire Dikas, Barbara Haas
Lay Readers — (8) Dick Tingey (10) Joe Dorocak, Ginny Grant
Eucharistic Ministers — (10) Victoria Brown, Pat Hawkins, Lucy Olson
Eucharistic Visitors — Bob French and Sue Givens
Oblation Bearers — The Welsh Family
Ushers — (8) Jim Schuyler, (10) Chris Perris,
Emil Torrez
Greeter — Mary Birss
Coffee Hour Hosts — The Lehmkuhl Family and Denise Stange
Summer Club — Tricia Loveland
Nursery Teens — Hannah Prince, Samantha Bates, Katie Bates
Nursery Parent — Todd and Jackie McCormack
A
Samsung cell phone was found in the church.
If it is yours, contact the parish office.
Sunday, June 22
Mission Trip Meeting
Sunday, June 22, at 11:30 in the sanctuary for all parents
and participants.
RECTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE
Please join us on Sunday, June 22, for a Town Hall meeting immediately following the 10 am service. Additional Town Hall meetings will be held following the 8 and 10 am services on July 13. Please do not pass up these opportunities to share your thoughts and ideas as we formulate the parish profile to call our new rector .Coffee hour will be held in the Town Hall meeting format today. Childcare provided.
To assist in the process use the questionnaire provided below. If you have questions contact:
Laura Bierwagen laurabi...@comcast.net
Charlotte Ziems czi...@yahoo.com
or Kristin Anderson kri...@casaroi.com.
Questions for Town Hall Meeting
What are some of the characteristics or personal attributes you seek in our next rector?
What attributes and ministries of the Church of Epiphany would you like to see continued and strengthened?
What do you think needs to be changed, improved or added at Epiphany?
How do you think our next rector can enable the congregation to better serve and bring the Good News to our neighborhood and community?
What specific experience or skills do you think our new rector will need to lead the congregation toward what we’ve identified in this session?
What are some of the ways that the congregation and the new rector can collaborate in mission and ministry with other Episcopal congregations in the area and within the diocese?
Register Online for Epiphany's
summer Bible Camp!
Power Lab: Discovering Jesus' miraculous power in a
science-themed camp.
When: August 4-8, 9 am-1 pm. Cost is $50 per child.
https://www.groupvbs.com/webtoybox/myvbs/epiphany2008
Summer Camp Wish List
Can you lend or donate these items for Power Lab Bible Summer Camp? If you would like your items returned to you, please make sure your name is on them. You can leave donations on the stage under the sign.
· card board boxes
· card board tubes from wrapping paper or paper towels (large ones)
· plastic ferns and plants
· large blue tarp
· 2 bowling balls
· leaf blowers (4)
· hair dryers (4)
· children's wading pools (4)
Summer Club Help Needed
Church
School teachers take a
well-deserved hiatus during the summer, and we ask other Epiphany members to
lead activities for the children of the parish. Music, crafts, service,
stories—share any gift you have with the children. Need inspiration?
Contact Amber: am...@churchoftheepiphany.org
Sign up online: http://churchoftheepiphany.org/forms/signup_for_summer2.php
Upcoming Events
The Bishop’s Ranch Country Fair
July 5, 2008; 11 am to 3:30 pm. Come for an exciting day in the country. Bishop Marc Andrus and retired Bishop William Swing will dedicate the William and Mary Swing Hospitality Pavilion. For information contact Sarah McGowan at (707) 432-2440 x105.
Support AIDS Walk San Francisco 2008
The Episcopal Churches of the Bay Area Team is participating in AIDS Walk San
Francisco 2008, and Bob Birss will be walking. The team’s successful
launch in 2007 saw Bishop Marc lead 108 walkers in raising almost $30,000. We
were fourth of the top fundraising religious teams. And as you recall, Bishop
Marc stated at the recent Special Convention that this placement was not good
enough - we can be #1! Bishop Marc has also given dispensation to count those
walking into the Sunday attendance of the parishes.
This year,
our team has set a goal of raising $37,500. We can easily reach that goal if at
least 125 of our parish members and friends register and each raise only $300.
Please join our team today or support Bob by pledging on the sheet in the
parish hall! Individuals may register at our team Web page at www.aidswalk.net
or by calling (415) 615-9255.
On the Web page, simply click Register Today,
Join A Team, and then select our
team from the pull-down menu. We’re listed by the team name and our
number – 8125. Contributions to the team (Episcopal Churches - 8125) may
also be made on the Web page.
When:Sunday, July 20, 2008 (registration
begins at 9am; the Walk
begins at 10:30am)
Where:Golden Gate Park,
beginning at Sharon Meadow
Contact:Bob Birss, bobb...@yahoo.com (650) 274-1191,
or Richard Patenaude, pat...@mac.com (510) 582-0211
More Notes of Interest
Epiphany’s Memorial Garden is one of the loveliest spots on the church grounds. It is the perfect spot to pray, meditate, read, listen to the musical chirping of birds, or to write an article for the Beacon. Take a moment before or after a church service to stop by. Or better yet, enjoy the tranquility and inspirational nature of this treasure during any time of day or evening. Our Seekers have donated a café table and chairs in thanks for the successful fundraising for their summer mission. Be sure to thank them and their parents for their hard work and generosity! The Garden Guild continues to provide its loving touch to maintain this garden. Visit and perhaps you’ll be moved to join us for occasional weeding, planting, or watering. Contact: Connie Buchanan (650) 592-4649 cnbuc...@earthlink.net.
The harvest is plentiful,
but the laborers are few;
therefore ask the Lord of the harvest
to send out laborers...
Matthew 9:37-38
SACRED RHYTHMS
The Bad Girls of the Bible study group is embarking on a new course, arranging our lives for spiritual transformation. The book, Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton, will be the guide, and will cover chapters on Solitude, Scripture, Prayer, Honoring the Body, Self-Examination, Discernment, and a Rule of Life.
If you desire more of God than you have right now, your longing for love, your discovery of the truest thing about you, in a safe and confidential circle of women, then join this group on Saturday mornings at church. The first session will be at 10 am, June 14, and continuing on June 28, July 12 and 26.The book can be ordered through Amazon.
Can You Help
Our companion parish needs help starting its sewing co-op and school. Padre Mario, the priest of our companion parish La Divina Providencia, has mentioned two specific things that would greatly help his parishioners: starting a sewing co-op and an Anglican grade school.
Estela Roldan will be traveling to El Maizal this summer to help with the sewing co-op. Although there is a limit on how much she will be able to carry, Estela would be happy to receive items such as fabric shears, thread, pins, and simple patterns to start the women on their way. There isbox in the parish hall (on the stage) marked El Salvador, for donations. Last day to receive gifts is Sunday July 6th. Please let Estela know: estela...@yahoo.com
Padre Mario has also requested help equipping the Pre-K class for the Anglican primary school.If you would like to help start this classroom, please make a donation to Epiphany with a notation that it is for Project El Salvador or Account Number 9365.
Book group for Parents: The Price of Privilege
Parents, come to a fun summer event: a family potluck followed by book discussion. Childcare will be provided. We'll meet three times over six weeks and read the book in three parts. Buy or borrow the book and come prepared to discuss. This book is relevant for parents with children of all ages!
Thursdays this Summer!
July 10 and 24, August 7;
Potluck dinner (6-6:45 pm);
Discussion (6:45-8 pm)
Contact: Amber am...@churchoftheepiphany.org
HYMN
CARD
Please take a moment to fill
out a white hymn card found in the pew rack.
Ministry Schedule
The schedule for June through September is available on the
Web site. http://www.churchoftheepiphany.org/periodic/volunteer_schedule.pdf
Opportunities for Children & Youth
Summer Club — Children join together for fun and activities during the 10 am service in the Parish Hall throughout the summer.
Summer Bible Camp — Power Lab:
Discovering
Jesus' miraculous power in a science-themed camp.
Contact Amber at am...@churchoftheepiphany.org
Opportunities for Adults
Wednesday Eucharist and Healing
Epiphany's best kept secret! A beautiful, intimate service of prayer and healing in the middle of your week. Join us in the Chapel at 10 am.
Men's Group
Tuesday morning meetings have resumed at 7:30 am at Broiler Express. Please let Cort
Bender csbco...@comast.net know
if you will be attending so that he can have materials available. Next dinner: June 18.
SACRED
RHYTHMS
A circle of women is embarking on a new course of study on Solitude, Scripture,
Prayer, Honoring the Body, Self-Examination, Discernment, and a Rule of Life.
Saturday sessions are scheduled for June 28, July 12 and 26 in Room 108.
Adult Forum
Join us for discussion of the day's bible lessons every
Sunday morning in the Library, from 9:05 to 9:50 am. Childcare is provided in the Toddler Nursery.
Epiphany Book Group
The next meeting is August 3, at the home of John Day,
120 Montalvo Road, Redwood City at 5:30
pm.
Our selection is Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult
All interested people are
welcome.
Contact Ginny Grant ginny...@yahoo.com
(650) 593-6217
Opportunities for Families
Book group for Parents — The Price of Privilege
Thursdays this Summer!
July 10 and 24, August 7
Potluck dinner (6-6:45 pm); Discussion (6:45-8 pm)
Contact: Amber am...@churchoftheepiphany.org
Calendar
Sunday June 22
8:00 am Holy Eucharist
9:00 am Adult Forum
10:00 am Holy Eucharist
11:30 am Town Hall Meeting — Parish Hall
11:30 am Mission Trip Final Meeting — Sanctuary
Monday June 23
3:30 pm Prayer Service at Bayview Villa
7:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous — Lounge
Tuesday June 24
7:30 am Men’s Group
6:30 pm No Reservations Practice — Parish Hall
Wednesday June 25
10:00 am Holy Eucharist and Healing
6:30 pm El Salvador Sendoff
Thursday June 26
8:00 pm Alcoholics Anonymous — Parish Hall
Friday June 27
Saturday June 28
9:00 am Sacred Rhythms
Sunday June 29
8:00 am Holy Eucharist
9:00 am Adult Forum
10:00 am Holy Eucharist
Web site: www.churchoftheepiphany.org
Office Email: off...@churchoftheepiphany.org
Blog site: www.irreverentepiphanies.blogspot.com
Office Phone: (650) 591-0328 Fax: (650) 591-6472
Church Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday 9 am - 3 pm
Friday 9 am - 12 noon
