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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for June 30, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
Liberty. It's a word we hear a lot around the Fourth of July every year. People of faith - any faith - will look to the teachings of their faith for guidance in the decisions liberty permits them to make. What should I do with the freedom I have to exercise my will and from coercion to act against my will? How does my relationship with God influence the way I express the liberty that has been made possible for me and my neighbor? READ MORE. On Sunday at the 10:00 a.m. service, we will Baptize Charlotte Sophia, daughter of January Haile and Aaron Rodocker.
I'll see you in Church!
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 Preparing for Worship
Sunday, July 3, 2011 The Third Sunday after Pentecost
Collect O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Readings Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Psalm 45: 11-18, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30http://www.lectionarypage.net/YearA_RCL/Pentecost/AProp9_RCL.html Services
8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue;
Lector/Intercessor/Eucharistic Minister, Nancy Jackson; Usher, Wilson Eastland
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite IIand Holy Baptism ~ Celebrant/Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Lauren Villemuer; Verger, Jim Willard; Acolytes, Taylor Beegle, Alli Peoples, Alina Snowden, Philip Priest, Thomas Priest; Eucharistic Ministers, Tony Baxter, Ray Larson, Kevin Ellis, Jim Willard; Lector, Juanita Peterson; Intercessor, ; Ushers, Jim Carroll, Bill Cox, John Grider, David Deaton; Greeters, Main St.: Ken and Ann Miller; West Door, Kevin and Christy Ellis; No Children's Chapel.
5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant/Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue;
Lector/Intercessor/Eucharistic Minister, Allissa Ferguson; Usher, Graeme Lang.
Others Serving This Sunday Altar Guild: Martha Tarrant
Vestry on Duty: Graeme Wilson, Martin Woodford
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: Kim Scott
Altar Flowers: Cyndy Miller
Altar Flower Delivery: Dorothea Tate, Karen and Terry Furlow, Ann Maggard, Alice Dehner, Barbara Priest, Deana Brashear
Music
Hymns ~ 718, 500, 597, 385, 719
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 Carillon - Leo Sowerby
The Stars and Stripes Forever ~ John Philip Sousa
Anthem I Vow to Thee My Country ~ Gustav Holst
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 Altar Flowers The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by January Haile and Aaron Rodocker in celebration of the Baptism of their daughter, Charlotte Sophia.
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Important News from Your Rector Nominating Committee
The Nominating Committee is extremely pleased to announce that we have reached a milestone in our search for a new rector for our parish. On June 22, the position was officially declared open, which was eight days ahead of schedule! For the next six weeks, we will be receiving nominations for candidates. Those interested in pursuing this call can move forward through self-nomination or by being nominated (and agreeing to that nomination) by another person. If you are interested in nominating a potential candidate, please click here to learn more about the process.
You can also click here to see our parish brochure, which was recently approved by the Vestry and Bishop. This brochure is an important piece of information that will be included in a larger packet and sent to each candidate.
As always, thank you for your continued prayers and support throughout this important journey. We will be sure to update everyone with our progress very soon. Thank you again!
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Music Notes
In this morning's liturgy ecclesiastical life meets national life as Independence Day is tomorrow 7/4. Hymn 718 gained widespread popularity within the first decade of its publication in the 1892 Hymnal and now enjoys ecumenical acceptance and still ranks high in the esteem of many congregations. Although American in origin, this hymn of praise and prayer for peace does not refer to a specific nation; it can be sung by any person of any country. This majestic tune was composed for use with this text by George W. Warren for use in 1892 in New York's St. Thomas' Church where he was organist. Prior to this tune, the text "God of our fathers" was sung to the tune Russian Hymn.
This morning's Anthem, though English in origin, also pays no reference to a specific country and therefore can be sung by any person on God's Earth. Cecil Spring Rice initially wrote this text in 1908 and then revised it in 1912 while serving as English ambassador here in the United States under President Woodrow Wilson. In 1921 Gustav Holst "fitted" a theme from The Planets (Jupiter) to this poem, and thus a great patriotic work was born. "Another country" that is mentioned in the second verse is in reference to heaven.
The text of Hymn 719 was altered three times by the poet in response to criticism, and was revised yet again for inclusion in our Hymnal to make it more responsive to contemporary attitudes of justice. The original version was written in the summer of 1892. Following a summer school at Colorado Springs, Katherine Bates and other instructors celebrated with a trip to the top of Pike's Peak. As Miss Bates recounted in 1918, "it was then and there, as I was looking out over the sea-like expanse of fertile country spreading away so far under those ample skies, that the opening lines of the hymn floated into my mind." The tune Materna was originally composed for the text "O mother dear, Jerusalem" by Samuel A. Ward. In 1912 Materna was matched with "O beautiful for spacious skies," which gained great popularity during World War I, and the matching has been inseparable ever since.
This morning's Voluntaries feature American composers. "Carillon" uses a motive that is reminiscent of strains sounding from bell towers, but with subtle jazz harmonies that are the hallmark of Leo Sowerby's music. "The Stars and Stripes Forever," is a favorite of the American public by bandmaster John Philip Sousa.
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 Prayers This is the Good Shepherd Prayer List. Each day at noon, the persons on this list are lifted up in prayer. On Sundays during the Prayers of the People, the Intercessor pauses while we pray aloud or silently for each of those on the prayer list, which is published in the bulletin. You are also invited to add these names to your personal prayer list.
For Healing: Joyce, Janet, Ashley, Nathan, Dorothy, Anna, Kay, Don, Barby, Lavenia, Cindy, Sheri.
For the Departed and Those Who Mourn: Hattie Lou Johnson. Those in the military who died in Iraq and Afgahanistan.
For Those Preparing for Marriage: Amber Huffman and David Hruska, Rebecca Tarrant and Jonathan Miller, Bennett Thornbury and Marshall Civils.
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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. |
 Banns of Marriage
We publish the Banns of Marriage between Rebecca Lee Tarrant and Jonathan Keith Miller. If any of you know just cause why they should not be joined together in Holy Matrimony, you are bidden to declare it. This is the second time of asking.
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 It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
...that our Curate, Dominic Moore, officially begins his duties on
July 5.
...that our youth and their leaders returned home safely after a mission trip to Chicago and shared their story with us last Sunday.
"It Makes Our Hearts Glad" provides a way for members and friends to strengthen the fabric of our community by sharing good news or offer affirmations. The word "glad" is derived from Old and Middle English words meaning shining or bright. Add to the weekly "Glad Report" by email or by calling 859.252.1744. |
 Support St. Agnes' House in July
St. Agnes' House, a hospitality ministry of the Diocese of Lexington, provides lodging for patients and caregivers seeking treatment for very serious illnesses in Lexington medical care facilities who cannot afford to rent a hotel room for the duration of their treatment. The cost at St. Agnes' House is $10 per night, although no one is ever turned away due to their inability to pay.
This wonderful ministry depends on the generosity of those of us in the diocese. Starting July 1, you will find a table in the Loggia where you can simply walk by and grab a Post-It Note. Each note will have one item on it that you can attach to your grocery list and pick up at your leisure. Return the item to the container by the table where you picked up your note by July 31. If it's easier for you to write a check instead of shop, simply make the check payable to Good Shepherd with St. Agnes' House on the memo line. Gifts in any amount are welcome and will go toward the monthly utilities expense at St. Agnes' House.
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Contribute Online
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Everything is now in place to contribute online by credit card or bank account. You can even use your smart phone to scan a QR Code (image
to the right) and be linked to the Good Shepherd online contribution page. You'll need an app for that, but most QR Code Reader apps are free from your phone maker's app store. No smart phone? No problem, just click on the QR code. |
A New Organ for Good Shepherd
Dr. George Zack's Presentation
On Sunday, June 19, Dr. George Zack, chair of the capital campaign for A New Organ for Good Shepherd, addressed the 10:00 a.m. congregation. Click HERE to listen to a recording of his talk and read the case statement that has been developed for this worthy project. At present, the committee is seeking major gifts. The campaign will expand in August and continue through September.
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 A Taste of Grace A Taste of Grace will be celebrating its second annual event from 7:00-11:00 p.m. on July 23 at the Barrel House in downtown Lexington. This year, the event will benefit Mission Lexington. Tickets are on sale in the parish office for $35 each. The price will be $40 at the door. You can also help by donating items for the silent auction or donating your musical talent. . |
 We Support St. Agnes' House Remember to check in the Loggia for St. Agnes' House information beginning July 1. Return purchased items to the same area by July 31. Monetary donations of any amount will be used for their utility expenses. Make checks payable to Good Shepherd with St. Agnes' House on the memo line. |
 Help Wanted!
· In the Parish Office ~ Our Secretary, Cindy McKee, was recently injured in an automobile accident and will be unable to return to work for awhile. We are in need of additional office helpers to staff the phones and reception desk. In addition, we may be in need someone to work as temporary secretary until Cindy is able to return to work. Contact Fr. Pogue if you are able to help.
· In Christian Formation ~ Teachers are needed for our Christian formation ministry. All ages. Training and staff support will be provided. Contact Deacon Lauren.
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Stay Informed
The web page calendar has the most up to date information about everything happening at Good Shepherd.
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Summer is Here...
...and many Good Shepherd parishioners are heading off to distant places. However, most of the expenses of our church are ongoing--salaries, insurance and utility bills have to be paid year round. To help us stay current on our expenses, please try to stay current on your pledge throughout the summer months.
You can, of course, prepay your pledge. You might also consider setting up an automatic debit to your checking account for either the summer or the rest of the year. And don't forget that you can now go to the Good Shepherd web page or click the online giving button at the start of this newsletter and pay your pledge online.
For more information about automatic bank draft, online giving or any other financial issue, please contact Parish Administrator Dale Chapman. Then go on vacation knowing that your church is being taken care of while you're gone.
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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
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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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