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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for April 21, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
During the forty days of Lent each year we spend time getting ready for the celebration of Easter. There is fasting, self-denial, prayer, intensified devotion, scripture study, and other disciplines designed to cleanse our hearts. Then, comes the big celebration, Easter. Like so many Christian holy days, Easter seems to disappear the next day as life returns to "normal." But Easter should be more than that to us! It certainly was to those early disciples. Easter is more than a day! READ MORE.
I'll see you in church!
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 Preparing for Worship
Sunday, April 24, 2011
The Feast of the Resurrection: Easter Day
Collect
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Readings
Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Colossians 3:1-14; John 20:1-18
Services
7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I ~ Celebrant/Preacher, Elise B. Johnstone; Lector/Intercessor, Joseph Jacobs; Eucharistic Minister, Joseph Jacobs; Usher, Wilson Eastland.
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Elise B. Johnstone; Deacon, Lauren Villemuer; Verger, Jim Willard; Acolytes, Taylor Beegle, Laura Greenfield, Spencer Branham, Christian Branham, Mary Greenfield; Eucharistic Ministers, Taylor Beegle, Katherine Bihl, Kathy Gross, Jim Willard; Lector, Jim Green; Intercessor, Dianne Griffith; Ushers, Mark Cross, Steve MacNeil, Scott and Sara Smith, Bud Beegle; Greeters, Main St.: Joyce Roth; West Door: David and Erin Young; Children's Chapel, No Chapel.
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Lauren Villemuer; Verger, Martin Woodford; Acolytes, Ellie Fogg, Katie Beal, Charlotte Cruze; Eucharistic Ministers, Andrew Derenge, Barbara Messer, Shannon Messer, Martin Woodford; Lector, Kim Edwards; Intercessor, Lucy Cox; Ushers, Charley and Nancy Davis, Hoppy Hopkins, Jim Martin; Greeters, Main St.: Jill Kaiser, John and Alicia Landon, West Door: Judi Woodford, Deana Brashear; Children's Chapel, No Chapel.
Music
Hymns ~ 207, 179, 183, 180, 200, 203, 210
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 ~
Saraband for the Morning of Easter ~ Herbert Howells
Toccata (Symphony V) ~ Charles-Marie Widor
Others Serving This Sunday Altar Guild: Nancy Jackson
Vestry on Duty: Anne Helmers, Lucy Cox
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: No LEM
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Sunday Adult Christian Formation Opportunities
No Christian Formation classes on April 24.
Check out class schedule below for May
The Discovery Series
This class is for those interested in becoming a member at Good Shepherd, renewing their membership, or just learning more about the Episcopal Church Sunday, May 8 at 10:15 a.m. Location: Undercroft Healing
Jesus' healing ministry is examined. The meaning of healing and other aspects of healing will be discussed. This is a lecture based class.
Led by Dr. Terry Furlow
Sundays, May 1 and 8 at 10:15
Location: Library
Bishop's Forum
The Rt. Rev. Stacy F. Sauls, Bishop of Lexington, will make some brief comments and then take questions from members of the congregation.
Sunday, May 15 at 10:15
Location: Undercroft
No Christian Formation classes May 22 through September 4.
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 Easter Egg Hunt
Children in third grade and younger are invited to hunt eggs this
Sunday following the 11:15 a.m. service (approximately 12:30 p.m.)
in the playground area. Crafts, snacks and other fun activities for children of all ages follow the egg hunt.
Be sure to bring your own baskets!
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Church Office Closed
The church office will be closed on Monday, April 25. |
 Come to a 20s and 30s Gathering
The 20s and 30s group will get together on Friday, April 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Liz and Steve Hinz, 1313 Norcross Court. Bring an appetizer to share. Sign up in the Loggia on Sunday or here.
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Church Under the Bridge
Save Sunday afternoon, May 1, for Church under the Bridge. Stop by the outreach table in the Loggia on Sunday if you're interested in making a donation, bringing a dessert or serving our guests that afternoon. Also, if you're interested in helping prepare the food, please call Pam Noyes at 873-5230. Any way that you'd like to be involved is greatly appreciated.
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 Comedy Off Broadway Outing
The Parish Life committee invites you to join them at Comedy Off Broadway to see James Gregory on Friday, May 6, for the 7:15 p.m. showing. The cost is $20 per person. There is a sign up sheet in the Loggia for those who are interested in attending. You can either purchase tickets through Comedy Off Broadway or you may pay for your tickets through the church office by April 25. |
 Reception for Elise Johnstone
In recognition of Elise Johnstone's six years of service to Good Shepherd, we will honor her with a reception following the 11:15 service on Sunday, May 8. If you can contribute by preparing pick-up food (finger sandwiches, cookies, etc.), please contact Pat and Jim Johnson at 278-2009.
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 Celebrate Mother's Day by Helping Those in Need
A Mother's Day tradition at Good Shepherd is to provide food to those in need in the name of our mothers and other special women in our lives. This year, monetary donations can be made to fund Children's Backpack Blessing, a new Outreach Ministry project. Many school-aged children who receive free meals at school do not get the food they need over the weekend. With backpack programs, teachers discretely fill a backpack each Friday afternoon with foods that the child can eat over the weekend that do no require cooking, such as peanut butter, crackers, cereal, etc. Special envelopes will be available in the service bulletin on May 8. Make checks payable to Good Shepherd with "Children's Backpack Blessing" on the memo line. Letters acknowledging your thoughtful gift will be sent to your honoree by the church office.
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 Wine Tasting Event
Plan to join us for an evening of elegant wines and appetizers at Good Shepherd on Saturday, May 14, at 7 p.m. For a nominal fee of $20 per person you can enjoy fine wines and food provided by the Choir program. Reservations are required; please call 252-1744 or e-mail John Linker. |
PandaMania is Breaking Loose
PandaMania Vacation Bible School takes place June 6 - 10. Check out the display in the Loggia for registration information and other details. Only 48 children can attend - sign up soon!
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 It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
We rejoice with Aaron Rodocker and January Haile at the birth of Charlotte Sophia Haile Rodocker on January 20.
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Cathedral Domain Summer Camp Schedule
The people of The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington are committed to making camp available to every family and child who wants to go to camp. Funds are available for partial or full camp scholarships.
2011 Camp Schedule
Senior High Conference (Grades 9-12) June 12-18
Mini Camp 1 (Grade 1-2) June 19-22
Mini Camp 2 (Grades 1-2) June 22-25
Junior High Conference (Grades 7-8) June 26- July 2
High School Adventure Mission (Grade 9-12) June 26-July 2
Middle School Adventure Mission (Grades 7-8) July 3-9
Girls Camp 1 (Grades 3-4) July 3-9
Girls Camp 2 (Grades 5-6) July 10-16
Boys Camp 1 (Grades 3-4) July 3-9
Boys Camp 2 (Grades 5-6) July 10-16
Co-Ed Camp (Grades 3-5) July 24-30
Camp Jim Bickford Environmental Camp (Grades 6-8) July 24-30
For more information, to register for camp, or to request a camp brochure, please contact Cindy Sigmon or Andy Sigmon or call 216-932-5815.
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 Pastoral Emergencies
If you have a pastoral emergency at night or on the weekend, please call the church number (859-252-1744), press 3 when prompted and your call will be forwarded to the mobile phone of the clergy person on call. Remain on the line through ringing, periods of silence and a second dial tone before your call is answered or goes to voice mail. If you leave a message be sure to include your callback number. |
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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
533 East Main Street
Lexington, Kentucky 40508
859.252.1744 phone
859.252.1745 fax
Email
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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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