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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for August 18, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
It is ironic how God delivered Moses, how Moses delivered God's people, and how God is able to deliver us so that we may grow and blend our wills with the divine will in spite of all sorts of forces around us. READ MORE.
Also, once again, 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 21, 2011 The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Collect Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Readings Exodus 1:8-2:10 / Psalm 124 / Romans 12:1-8 / Matthew 16:13-20 Services 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Lector/Intercessor, Wilson Eastland; Eucharistic Minister, Scott Drexler; Usher, Wilson Eastland. 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant and Preacher, Ronald D. Pogue; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Verger, Taylor Beegle; Acolytes, Ellie Fogg, Lucy Beal, Katie Beal; Eucharistic Ministers, Graham Priest, Keila Thomas, Hans Flueck, Taylor Beegle; Lector, Diane Griffith; Intercessor, Erin Young; Ushers, Stephen Crutcher, Bob and Patsy Gibson, Phil Roeder, Forrest Hellebusch; Greeters, Main St.- Bill and Lucy Cox; West Door - Graeme and Amy Lang.
Others Serving This Sunday
Altar Guild:Janice MacNeil
Vestry on Duty: Graeme Wilson, Sarah Charles Wright
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: Katherine Bihl
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 427, 521, 380, 304, 522
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: Balletti à 6 in C Major ~ Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber (1644-1704) Closing Voluntary: Voluntary in C ~ John Stanley (1712-1786)
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Music Notes
Sunday morning we will welcome three members of Kentucky Baroque Trumpets--Don Johnson, Dave Hummel and Joe Van Fleet. The group was founded in 2005 to help promote awareness of the Baroque trumpet and the music written for it, including signal calls, cavalry music, dance music, duets, solo music, and trumpet with voice. A Baroque trumpet is longer and has a darker tone than a modern trumpet. The chief difference, however, is that the Baroque trumpet has no valves, which limits the literature and the keys that it can play. Without the assistance of valves the player has to "lip" to each note, consequently making it much more difficult to play than the modern trumpet. Those who play Baroque trumpet have indicated the byproduct is better overall musicianship, mainly because one has to listen more carefully and very precisely aim for pitches, again without the assistance of valves that would bring the harmonic series more within reach. The members of Kentucky Baroque Trumpets are very happy to explain and demonstrate their instruments. You are welcome to enter the Quire following the service for a brief demonstration and further explanation of these unique instruments.
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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 ~ Sherri, Dan, 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 - Jonas, Nicholas, Andrew, Nicholas, Patrick, Rueben, Jameel, Jordon, Edward, Riley, Charles, Daniel, Ali, Joe, Matthew, Joseph.
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 well underway. We are especially thankful for the following people who have already responded with their support to install an instrument appropriate to the historic beauty and quality of our nave.
Anne F. Baxter, Chuck and Elizabeth Beal, Christina Bennett, Katherine Bihl, John and Leigh Bloomfield, John S. Bolin, Jack and Pam Brown, Chuck and Mary Campbell, Buzz Carmichael, Virginia Carter, Janie Catron, Josh and Jocelyn Cowen, Lucy Cramer Cox, Barbara Baldwin and Stanley Cox, William B. Cox, Charles and Nancy Davis, Gary and Alice Dehner, Glenda Harris and Ben Doutt, Kathleen Eastland, Wilson Eastland, Phil and Carlisle Farmer, Robert and Margaret Foster, Chuck and Brenda Goodpaster, David and Lauren Goodpaster, Guy and Terry Graves, Kathy Gross, Barbara Groves, Tom and Judy Grunwald, Liz Harper, David and Anne Helmers, Anna R. Hendren, Jerry and Kakie Hester, Guy and Annie Huguelet, Mary Kay Insko, Michael and Debbie Jackson, Lee Jenkins, Joseph and Margaret Jones, Terri L. Koontz, Graeme and Amy Lang, Robert and Gwen Langley, Ray and Betty Larson, Betty P. Lastinger, Sarah Leer, Elizabeth Leppman, Jon and Kathleen Linder, John and Molly Linker, Bill and Cynthia Matthews, Elise Meyer, Margot D. McCullers, Mary Ann McKee, William R. Mitchell, Dominic and Jesse Moore, Paul and Barbara Mostert, Juanita Betz Peterson, Mark and Ann Plummer, Ron and Gay Pogue, Lois Jean Reid, Aaron Rodocker, Bob and Ann Rogers, Boyde and Cookie Rogers, Wayne and Alice Rogers, Mike Russell, Bob and Donna Sessum, Phyllis Spears, Winn and Nancy Stephens, Paul and Melissa Sullivan, Woody and Dorothy VanMeter, George VanMeter, Lauren Villemuer, Sloan and Jane Warner, Graeme and Nancy Wilson, Martin and Judi Woodford, Sarah Charles Wright, David and Erin Young, George and Kerry Zack.
Because they have already "Piped Up," you may see them wearing a button around the church that resembles the image in this article. If your name is listed above and you don't have the button, please stop by the reception desk in the parish office to pick it up.
Please prayerfully consider joining us in this important project! Commitments can be fulfilled over a 36 month period (spanning four tax years), with completion due in October 2014. Contact parish administrator Dale Chapman at 252-1744 or dchapman@goodshepherdlex.org for information about setting up an automatic deduction from your bank account to pay the pledge. Click HERE to download a pledge card.
Click HERE for a video of the final question and answer session regarding the organ project. (You will need to turn up the volume on your speakers.)
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 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God in thanksgiving for the marriage of Susanne Railey Brown and Edward Ross Testerman III and in memory of Susanna Railey Mason, Horatio Pleasants Mason, Caroline Rodes Brown, and I. J. "Buzz" Skinner.
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 Sunday Worship Schedule
August 21, 28 and September 4
Holy Eucharist at 8 and 10 a.m.
September 11
Holy Eucharist at 7:45, 9:00 and 11:15 a.m.
Christian Formation classes for all ages at 10:15 a.m.
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 A New Development in Mission
Deacon Jeffrey Howe and St. Mark's, Hazard
Good Shepherd is embarking on a new venture in mission through a covenant partnership with St. Mark's Church in Hazard, Kentucky and with the placement of Deacon Jeffrey N. Howe, who will facilitate building the bridge between the two congregations.
The Rev. Jeffrey N. Howe is celebrating three years as an ordained deacon. During his tenure as deacon, he has served various Small Church Ministry Consortium churches. He is currently serving St. Mark's of Hazard and has done so for more than a year. For the past twenty-five years, he has been employed by the UK Sanders-Brown Center on Aging where he holds the position of Administrative Coordinator for Clinical Activities.
Deacon Howe will now serve in both congregations, serving at each location two Sundays a month. In addition to fostering the relationship between the two congregations, Deacon Howe will be the member of the clergy who gives oversight to the strengthening of Good Shepherd's outreach ministries. In that role, he will concentrate on the organizational development of our various outreach groups, find ways to expand our outreach, and help recruit more members to serve.
Like most vocational deacons, Jeff Howe serves with no compensation from the Church. Good Shepherd will make a monthly contribution to the Small Church Ministry Consortium from which his expenses will be reimbursed and other expenses related to this joint venture will be covered. The vestry has directed that funds from the Kroger Card program will be used to support this new mission endeavor. Cards are available at the reception desk in the parish office during the week and on Sundays. Buy a card for $5 and "charge it up" at Kroger for an amount you expect to spend. Using these cards, Good Shepherd receives 4% of the amount we spend at Kroger stores.
St. Mark's is a small congregation with a big heart. At the present time, the congregation is being redeveloped and is making progress in strengthening the presence of The Episcopal Church in Eastern Kentucky. The Rev. Coke McClure, one of the Diocese of Lexington Network clergy, is the Priest in Charge. He will be working with Fr. Pogue, Deacon Howe, and lay leadership in both congregations to build a mutually beneficial relationship. We will see Fr. McClure at Good Shepherd from time to time, and the Good Shepherd clergy will occasionally serve at St. Mark's.
When Deacon Howe is in Hazard, we are hoping some members of Good Shepherd will worship there and when he is at Good Shepherd, we are hoping to see members of St. Mark's in our pews. In this way, relationships will be established so that the ministry of the two congregations can be truly mutual and fruitful.
Deacon Howe's first Sunday at Good Shepherd will be September 4. He will deliver the sermon and be with us for the Ministry Fair.
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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.
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 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 updated the back guest house kitchen and common area with new paint, curtains, lighting, and refurbished or replaced some furniture.
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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 Book Club Returns in September
The Book Club will meet on Thursday, September 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Library. The selection to read and discuss is No Impact Man by Colin Beavan.
Beavan chronicles his year-long effort to leave as little impact on the environment as possible by foregoing toilet paper and electricity, relinquishing motorized transportation, becoming a locavore and volunteering with environmental organizations. Beavan captures his
own shortcomings with candor and wit and offers surprising revelations.
Colin Beavan will be speaking at the Singletary Center on the University of Kentucky campus on Tuesday, September 20. His lecture is open to the public.
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 It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
...that Susanne Railey Brown and Edward Ross Testerman will be joined in Holy Matrimony at Good Shepherd on August 20.
...that Leroy Nealy, our sexton, stripped and refinished the floor in the undercroft. It looks beautiful.
...that the Good Shepherd Day School staff and administrators had a successful orientation week.
...that Misdee Miller, Ken and Ann Miller's daughter-in-law, has been selected to represent the United States of America in the World Pairs Driving Championship in Conty, France. "Pairs" means a pair of horses.The horses are pulling a steel open carriage (driven by Misdee) with a navigator standing on the back. This is a grueling three day competition with cross country, obstacles and dressage (cones) courses. To enjoy combined driving first hand, come to the Kentucky Horse Park in October. (Call for schedules.)
"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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 We Say Goodbye to Bishop Sauls The farewell celebration for Bishop Sauls will be held on Saturday, August 27. The event will begin at 11 a.m. with a special liturgy at Christ Church Cathedral. Immediately following the worship, at approximately 1 p.m., everyone is invited to Mission House for an outdoor BBQ, reception, music, and presentations. Mission House is located at the corner of 4th Street and Martin Luther King Blvd.
As an expression of our appreciation and in thanksgiving for Bishop Sauls' life and ministry, you are invited to contribute to a purse for the restoration of the earthquake-damaged Holy Trinity Cathedral in Haiti. Please make your checks payable to the Diocese of Lexington, memo Sauls/Rebuild our Church in Haiti Gift. |
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Annual Parish Meeting & Election
The Annual Parish Meeting and Election will take place on Sunday, November 13. This year, we'll begin with a service of Choral Evensong at 5:00 p.m., then move to the Undercroft for a potluck supper. The Annual Meeting and Election will follow and we expect to adjourn by 7:00 p.m.
Nominations- The Rector Nominating Committee expects to present names of candidates to the vestry soon after the beginning of 2012. Normally, the new vestry members and wardens begin their service in January. It would be awkward for a new rector to arrive just as the vestry rotation occurs. Therefore, in consultation with and with the consent of the Bishop, the current vestry will remain intact until June of 2012. As that time approaches, there will be a special parish election to fill the vestry positions of the five members who would normally have rotated off at the beginning of the year. There will be no election of vestry members this fall.
However, we do need to elect deputies to the Diocesan Convention and that election will take place at the Annual Parish Meeting on November 13. The 2012 convention will be held on February 17-18 in Lexington. In addition, persons considering nomination as deputies should expect to be called to attend a special convention during 2012 for the purpose of electing the Seventh Bishop of Lexington. If you or someone in the parish may be called to serve as a deputy, contact Kathy Gross, Senior Warden (859-873-2227), no later than September 30. The vestry's nominating committee will consider all names submitted and present nominations to the parish in October, prior to the November 13 election. Nominees must be at least 16 years of age and confirmed communicants in good standing in Good Shepherd parish.
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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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 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! |
 Online Directory Available Soon A powerful new way to connect with other members of Good Shepherd is headed your way soon! A new pictorial, online directory will be rolling out in the coming days, allowing you to update your own contact information and view photos and information about other members via a secure Web site. Mobile apps will also be available for iPhone and Android users. Stay tuned for more information and be on the lookout for an email invitation to this powerful service.
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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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