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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for January 6, 2011
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Preparing for Worship
Sunday, January 9, 2011
The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of our Lord
Collect
Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Readings
Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17
Services
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I ~ Celebrant & Preacher, Elise B. Johnstone; Eucharistic Minister, Barbara Groves; Lector/Intercessor, Terri Koontz; Usher, John Kingsley.
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Elise B. Johnstone; Verger, Jim Willard; Acolytes, Camille Fishback, Liz Samuel, Olivia Brewer, Olivia Fishback, Kate Samuel; Eucharistic Ministers, Jim Green, Skip Kimbrough, John Tarrant, Jim Willard; Lector, Ed Tipton; Intercessor, Katherine Bihl; Ushers, Ken Miller, Mark Plummer, David thompson, George VanMeter; Greeters, Main St.: Rick and Julie Elliott, West Door: Robert and Margaret Foster; Children's Chapel, Pyddney Jones, Joni Snowden.
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Elise B. Johnstone; Deacon, Lauren Villemuer; Verger, Martin Woodford; Acolytes, Katherine Wright, Jackson Campbell, Anna Stahlman; Eucharistic Ministers, Andrew Derenge, Christy Ellis, Kevin Ellis, Martin Woodford; Ushers, David Fogg, Dan Primm, TBA; Greeters, Main St.: Judi Woodford, West Door: Jill Kaiser; Children's Chapel, Amerah Rayyan, Julie Kluesner.
Music
Hymns ~ 616, 120, 121, 122, 497
Click HERE for a link to an online index to the 1982 Hymnal that will allow you to read the texts and listen to the tunes for Sunday's hymns.
Organ ~
Chorale Fantasia on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern, BuxWV 223 - Dieterich Buxtehude
Improvisation on Solemnis haec festivitas - Linker
Chorale Prelude on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern - Max Drischner
Others Serving This Sunday
Altar Guild: Dorothea Tate
Vestry on Duty: Jon Linder, Anne Helmers
Altar Flowers: Sarah Leer
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Brightest and Best are the Stars of the Morning
The manifestation of Jesus Christ is what we celebrate on the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6), and in the season after the Epiphany. Epiphany comes from the Greek epiphaneia for 'appearance' or 'manifestation.' This season is marked by the arrival of the Magi, who are also referred to as the three kings or wise men. We know from the gospel according to Matthew that the Magi were able to find the Christ child because of the star. That star and the Magi help us to note that Jesus has come not just for the Jews, who are represented by the shepherds, but for all people, because the Magi traveled from afar.
The season after the Epiphany continues from January 6 until Ash Wednesday, which occurs on March 9 this year. During the season of Epiphany we get to understand what it means for Jesus to be the anointed one, the Messiah. We start with Christ's baptism in the River Jordan and from there learn of the beginning of Christ's public ministry-he calls the disciples and we begin to learn that Christ is the savior for the whole earth. God's promise of salvation to Israel applies to all, through all aspects of life. This is why the liturgical color for the season after the Epiphany, following the Sunday where we celebrate Christ's baptism, is green-the color of growth, the color that symbolizes life and its continuity. We hope that this season will be for you a time to embrace the salvation that Christ has brought to us, to all of God's children.
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 Choral Evensong this Sunday
Join us this Sunday, January 9, for Choral Evensong offered by our Parish Choir and Trebles. Note the unusual start time of 6:00 p.m. This contemplative service celebrates the First Sunday after the Epiphany as well as the Baptism of Christ. Music will include Sumsion Evening Canticles in A, music by contemporary composer Malcolm Archer, plainchant responses and Anglican chant psalms. This service is an excellent opportunity to bring together the entire family on a Sunday afternoon.
Incense will be used at this service.
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Prayer for the Election of a Rector
Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Sunday Adult Christian Formation Opportunities
Missionaries
led by the Rev. Elise Johnstone
Sundays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10:15 a.m.
Location: Library
A Study of the Gospel of Matthew
led by Mr. Ryan Shrauner
Sundays, January 9, 16, 23, 30 at 10:15 a.m.
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 Daughters of the King
Daughters of the King will meet this Sunday, January 9, at 4 p.m. January's Hopemobile (January 12) and Room in the Inn (January 11 and 25) sandwich team members are Lynn Tudor, Sherry Owen, Faye Leverton, Phyllis Spears, Carol Vaughan, Ann Plummer and June Fargo. |
 Budget Hearing for Diocesan Convention The 115th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Lexington will be held at Morehead Convention Center in Morehead, Kentucky, on February 24-26. You are invited to attend the diocesan budget hearing, led by members of the Budget Committee, at Good Shepherd this Sunday, January 9, at 7 p.m. in the Undercroft. This is your opportunity to have input on the proposed 2011 diocesan budget. Additional convention information, the proposed budget, and other reports are available at www.diolex.org.
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 Dancing Under the Stars
January 29, 2011 at Fasig-Tipton Come to Outreach Ministry Gala: Dancing Under the Stars
Saturday, January 29
6:00 p.m., Fasig-Tipton
Invitations have gone out for Dancing Under the Stars! Contact the church office at 252-1744 if you did not receive one. Reservations are $60 per person if paid by January 16 and $70 per person after January 17. If you would like to reserve a table for eight ($480), the reservation and money must be received by January 16. Proceeds benefit St. Paul's Cultural Center and Kindergarten in Israel, Mission Lexington, and Refuge, Inc.
Auction items include Keeneland packages, orthodontic services, a Morkie puppy, Vail summer condo, Vail winter condo, spa package, the ever popular reserved church parking spaces along with a variety of themed gift baskets and other silent auction items.
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 Help Wanted We are in search of persons to assist with the following:
Information Technology (Computer) Skills - We will be expanding our IT Committee in January and need people with computer skills.
Photography - Our Communications Committee will be working to improve internal and external communications and development of a password protected online parish directory. We need people with good cameras and good photographic skills.
Childrens' Chapel Coordinator - We need someone to working with Deacon Lauren to provide coordination for Childrens' Chapel leadership.
11:15 a.m. Service Acolyte Coordinator - It will be very helpful to have someone who will work with the Vergers to coordinate the scheduling of Acolytes at the 11:15 a.m. service.
If you have not already responded to the appeals for help, please contact the parish office today!
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 Altar Flowers Now is the time to reserve the dates most special to you. Giving altar flowers in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for a person or event is meaningful and very easy. The suggested donation is $65. Flower memorials and dedications cannot be taken for the Sundays during Lent (March 13 through April 10) or following a Saturday wedding. Contact parish secretary Cindy McKee at 252-1744 or cmckee@ goodshepherdlex.org to make the arrangements.
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 Our Parish Family Congratulations to Kim Edwards at the release of her new book, The
Lake of Dreams. Interviews with Kim were featured in the Sunday Courier-Journal and Tuesday's Herald-Leader. The articles are posted on the kiosk in the Concourse. |
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The Discovery Series: A Christian Journey
Watch this Introductory Video.
The video series is much like a History Channel or A&E cable television format with video footage and voice over. It is designed to help every Christian - new or lifelong, young or old - discover their own path to a life in Christ.
Like our lives, careers and relationships, our spiritual growth is also a journey. This series is intended to help everyone forge a lifelong relationship with God.
The series addresses the spiritual life stage of virtually everyone - from the beginner to those seeking more advanced levels of knowledge. It takes a basic look at our faith and the history and beliefs that bring us together as Christians. It is an invitation to spiritual growth and lays the groundwork to begin or continue a spiritual journey. Here's what we'll cover:
The Path to Episcopal Worship includes an instructed Eucharist, a history of the Episcopal Church and information about the Church's traditions and governance.
A Journey of Faith includes basic information about the Bible, the Trinity, the Kingdom of God, who Jesus is, the Creeds and Baptism.
A Path to Spiritual Maturity includes an in-depth discussion about the importance of Bible study and different forms of prayer, both personal and corporate.
Our Spiritual Gifts provides a guided tour of assessing spiritual gifts, defining ministers as "all of us" and instilling the importance of personal involvement in ministry, both in and beyond the congregation.
The Great Commission shows how our stories are reflections of ancient stories in the Bible and teaches participants how to share their own stories with friends, neighbors and coworkers, making disciples who make disciples.
For more information or to register, contact Joyce Roth or one of the clergy. |
 Attention Men ~ Come to Breakfast! The monthly men's breakfast will be held on Saturday, January 15, at 8:30 a.m. in the Undercroft. Sign up in the Loggia on Sunday or call the church office at 252-1744. |
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Stay Informed
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 Planning for Bad Weather If you are concerned about cancellation of church activities due to weather conditions, please check the local media and the church voice mail for the latest information. Generally speaking, church services (including Christian Formation) will not be cancelled. However, auxiliary activities may be cancelled when the weather is bad. |
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
533 East Main Street
Lexington, Kentucky 40508
859.252.1744 phone
859.252.1745 fax
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The Reverend Ronald D. Pogue, Interim Rector
859.252.1744 office
859.309.0488 residence
832.576.9019 mobile
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