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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for August 11, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
Justice is something we get the hang of quite early in life. Children at play seem to have an innate sense of it as evidenced by their oft repeated cry, "That's not fair!" But catching onto mercy is neither easy nor fashionable. READ MORE .
Also, let me stress the importance of our appeal for every member of the parish to "Pipe Up" and make a financial commitment for a new organ for Good Shepherd.
For this campaign to succeed, it is going to require participation and sacrifice on the part of everyone. As the rector nominating committee enters more deeply into discernment with candidates, this campaign will be an important indicator of the health and vision of the parish. Also, in looking ahead to a new parish hall in the near future, it will be necessary to have this project successfully completed.
Campaign consultants consistently say that a church can reasonably expect to raise in a capital campaign at least three times the total of pledge and plate given in one fiscal year. The amount we seek for this new organ is half that much. Please consider pledging an amount equal to or above your annual contribution, to be spread over 36 months, for this campaign.
I'll see you in Church!
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 Preparing for Worship
Sunday, August 14, 2011 The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Collect Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Readings Genesis 45:1-15 / Psalm 133 / Romans 56:1, 6-8 / Matthew 15: (10-20), 21-28 Services 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Lector/Intercessor/Eucharistic Minister, Joseph Jacobs; Usher, Wilson Eastland.
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacons, Lauren Villemuer and Dominic Moore; Verger, Amanda Stark; Acolytes, Liz Samuel, Katie Butler, Alli Peoples, Olivia Fishback, Maddie Butler, Julia Peoples; Eucharistic Ministers, Tony Baxter, John Tarrant, Jim Willard, Amanda Stark; Lector, Kat Luchtefeld; Ushers, Bryce Franklin, Mathew Kluesner, John Thomas; Greeters, Main St.- George VanMeter; West Door - TBA.
5:00 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Lector/Intercessor/Eucharistic Minister, Allissa Ferguson; Usher, George VanMeter.
Others Serving This Sunday
Altar Guild: Dorothea Tate
Vestry on Duty: Winn Stephens, Martin Woodford
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: Bob Gibson
Altar Flowers: Sue Cole
Altar Flower Delivery: Barbara and Paul Mostert, Judy Endicott, Dick and Jane Ann Forston, Pam and Mike Noyes, Lucy Jones
Music
Hymns
371, 469, 533, 314, 544
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
Opening Voluntary: Prélude, Fugue, et Variation, Op 18 ~ César Franck (1822-1890)
Closing Voluntary: Maestoso ma con spirito ~ Healey Willan (1880-1968)
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Music Notes
Sunday's service will be sung by trebles Katherine Wright and Eli Wrinn. The music of celebrated French Romantic composer César Franck enriches both the Opening Voluntary and the Offertory Motet. Franck, organist at Ste Clotilde and organ professor at the Paris Conservatory, was a pioneer of early symphonic organ music. The haunting Prélude, Fugue, et Variation was first published in 1868 in his Six Pièces. One of his most famous motets is Panis angelicus, originally written for tenor solo and organ & string accompaniment and incorporated into his Messe à trois voix Opus 12 (1872).
Hymn 544 is perhaps one of the best known works of Isaac Watts, which first appeared in his Psalms of David (London, 1719) as Part II of his version of Ps. 72, and has been in Episcopal collections since the 1826 Hymnal. The tune made its first appearance anonymously in 1793 and was headed "Addison's 19th Psalm" in reference to Joseph Addison's "The spacious firmament on high" (Hymn 409). At the beginning of the 19th century it was given the tune name Duke Street and attributed to John Hatton (d. 1793).
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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 ~ George, Betsy, Mary, Hazel, Darren, Mason, Jarot, Steve, Barby, Don, Cindy, Panchito, James.
Ongoing Prayer Requests ~ Nathan, Mike, Lisa, Bill, Katherine, Jawanda, Rick, Doug, Katie, Pat H, Pat G., Ray, Kay, Joyce R, Joyce L, Melissa, Rachel, Edith, Frank, Margie, Madeline, Jake.
For the Departed and Those Who Mourn ~ Those in the military who died Afghanistan - Morales, Cody, Barun, Waid, Anthony, Daniel, Jinsu, Mark, James, Alexander, Daniel, Spencer, Patrick, Kraig, Darrik, Johnny, Christopher, Lou, Matthew, Bryan, Nicholas, Jon, Jason, Brian, Jonas, Robert, Tommy, Kevin, Matthew, John, Michael, Aaron, Daniel, Alessandro, Adan, Joshua, Kisan, Gerhardus.
For Those Being Baptized ~ Alice Mae Dehner and Oliver William Dehner
For Those Preparing for Marriage ~ Susanne Railey Brown and Edward Ross Testerman III.
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. |
 The Campaign for a New Organ for Good Shepherd The campaign you've been hearing about to raise $1.4 million to replace our ailing pipe organ is underway. You should have already received a letter from Dr. George Zack, chair of the campaign committee, inviting you to "Pipe Up" by making a pledge. Contributions can be spread over a 36 month period, starting in September. However, the campaign leadership points out that those 36 months touch four tax years; therefore, we are encouraged to give prayerful consideration to a pledge equal to or greater than the amount of our regular annual contribution.
Dr. Zack and Organist/Choirmaster John Linker, along with Organ Committee members Joe Jones and John Bloomfield, have prepared a presentation to demonstrate and explain the need for this undertaking. Come to the Nave this Sunday, August 14, between the two morning services to hear their presentation and have your questions answered..
Click HERE to read Dr. Zack's letter.
Click HERE to download a pledge card.
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 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by Gary and Alice Dehner in thanksgiving for the baptisms of Alice Mae Dehner and Oliver William Dehner.
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 Daughters of the King Daughters of the King will meet on Sunday, August 14, at 4 p.m. in the Library.
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 Groundskeeping Helpers Needed Do you have landscaping experience or just enjoy working in your own yard? Good Shepherd needs you! We are looking for parishioners interested in gardening who could be called on as or when needed for yard work days a few times each year. This could be jobs like planting leftover bulbs in the courtyard after Easter to weeding flowerbeds. You would be a valuable part of ensuring the church grounds remain as beautiful as everyone expects. Call the church office at 252-1744 or e-mail Cindy McKee to indicate your interest.
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 Sunday Service Schedule
This Sunday, August 14, is the last day for the 5 p.m. worship service. From August 21 through September 5, Sunday services continue at 8 and 10 a.m. We return to three morning services at 7:45, 9:00 and 11:15 on Sunday, September 11.
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 It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
....that Joyce Roth, our Minister to Visitors and Newcomers, recently attended the weekly staff meeting and will be returning to work on a limited basis.
....that Oliver William Dehner and Alice Mae Dehner will receive the Sacrament of Holy Baptism on Sunday.
....that Good Shepherd has 18 parishioners registered for the Diocesan Christian Education Day on Saturday, August 13. "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. |
 Fall Christian Formation Classes Registration for Sunday Christian Formation classes at Good Shepherd continues throughout the month of August with classes starting on Sunday, September 11. All children and youth must be registered. Information about and the schedule for adult classes will also be available. The registration table will be set up in the Loggia on Sunday.
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Education for Ministry
What is this EfM I keep hearing about?
Education for Ministry, or EfM for short, is a program of adult theological education from St. Luke's School of Theology at the University of the South (Sewanee). Course work covers:
· Year One - Old Testament
· Year Two - New Testament
· Year Three - Church History
· Year Four - Theology
So all of these people are going to be ordained?
EfM is for lay people. We are all called to ministry at our Baptism. Education for Ministry gives lay people the knowledge and confidence to carry out the ministry we all share.
Who teaches EfM?
Participants follow a lesson plan and are responsible for their own learning. The written materials include a text assignment and study guide for each week. A trained mentor facilitates the group meetings.
What happens in an EfM group?
Group participants share their spiritual autobiographies, discuss their weekly lessons, engage in theological reflection and worship together.
Theological reflection?
Theological reflection is simply a structured conversation in which participants draw on four basic sources.
· Action or Personal Experience
· Tradition
· Culture
· Position or Beliefs
Sounds like a big commitment.
For one year at a time, participants commit to:
· Attend regularly
· Prepare ahead of time
· Share thoughts and feelings
· Respect the thoughts and feelings of others
· Keep confidentiality
· Tuition of $340 per year (Some financial aid is available.)
How can I find out more?
Visit the EfM website to look at sample lessons and learn more about the history of the Education for Ministry program. To find out more about EfM at Good Shepherd, emailt Dale Chapman, EfM Diocesan Coordinator, in the parish office or phone her at 859-252-1744.
When does EfM begin?
Good Shepherd's group will meet in Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:30 beginning on September 12. Enrollments must be completed so that materials may be ordered by the end of August.
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 Banns of Marriage We publish the Banns of Marriage between Susanne Railey Brown and Edward Ross Testerman III. 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 third and final time of asking. |
 Vestry Meeting The next vestry meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 16, at 7 p.m. in the Undercroft. Meetings are open and everyone is welcome to attend
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 Come to Breakfast The monthly men's breakfast will be held on Saturday, August 20, at 8:30 a.m. in the Undercroft. Sign up in the Loggia on Sunday or call the church office at 252-1744. |
 Celebrate Abby Clayton and St. Agnes' House You are invited to an Open House at St. Agnes' House on Saturday, August 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. For her Girl Scout Gold Award, our own Abby Clayton redid their basement and made it into a decorated recreation room. Good Shepherd is hosting this event for the diocese and we need donations of snacks and drinks. Take a moment to stop in the Loggia and sign up to provide something.
Abby, daughter of Kim Edwards and Thomas Clayton, is very active at Good Shepherd and started volunteering at St. Agnes' House after being assigned there during her first 30 Hour Famine. She continues volunteering there on a regular basis. Abby raised the funds, hired the electricians and carpenters and did the painting and other work herself for this renovation project. Let's show our appreciation for her accomplishment!
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 Ministry Fair and Church Picnic
Sunday, September 4, following the 10 a.m. service Wear your picnic clothes and stay after the service on September 4 for a fun and informative time with your church family! The Parish Life Committee will be serving up a picnic of hot dogs, chips, baked beans and drinks. Appetizers and desserts will be provided by the various ministries of Good Shepherd. This is sure to be a relaxed, enjoyable time to get information about and consider what ministry areas you might be interested in. No need to do anything but show up. See you at the Fair! |
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Save the Date
Good Shepherd's annual Outreach Ministry Gala will be held on Friday, February 17, 2012. Put it on your calendar, you you don't want to miss this one! More information and all the details will be available soon.
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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. |
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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. |
Stay Informed
The web page calendar has the most up to date information about everything happening at Good Shepherd. Click the Image >
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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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