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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for September 8, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
As we approach the observance of the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001, I find myself continuing to struggle with how to apply Jesus' teachings about forgiveness. It so happens that the anniversary falls on a Sunday and the appointed gospel reading for the day is The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. READ MORE.
I'll see you in Church!
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 Preparing for Worship
Sunday, September 11, 2011 The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost Collect O God, because without you we are not able to please you mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Readings Exodus 14:19-31 / Psalm 114 / Romans 14:1-12 / Matthew 18:21-35
Services 7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Robert Kirkpatrick; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Eucharistic Minister, Scott Drexler; Lector/Intercessor/Usher, Wilson Eastland. 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Robert Kirkpatrick; Deacon, Dominic Moore; Verger, Jim Willard; Acolytes, Spencer Branham, Thomas Priest, Maddie Butler, Mary Burton, Olivia Brewer, Katie Butler; Eucharistic Ministers, Katherine Bihl, David Goodpaster, Jan Hellebusch, Jim Willard; Lector, Virginia Carter; Intercessor, Ed Tipton; Ushers,Bill Farmer, Guy Huguelet, Steve Branham, David Jones; Children's Chapel, Cherie Flueck, Jesse Moore; Greeters, Main St.- Skip and Joy Kimbrough; West Door - Alan and Susan Martin. 11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Robert Kirkpatrick; Deacons, Lauren Villemuer, Dominic Moore; Verger, Martin Woodford; Acolytes, Grace Campbell, Jackson Campbell, Anna Stahlman, Clarita Ledbetter; Eucharistic Ministers, Ellie Fogg, Juanita Peterson, Keila Thomas, Martin Woodford; Lector, Isaac Sefa; Intercessor, Lucy Cox; Ushers, Charley and Nancy Davis, Hoppy Hopkins, Jim Martin; Children's Chapel, Johnathon Watson, Kristy Deep; Greeters, Main St.- David and Erin Young; West Door - John and Alicia Landon.
Others Serving This Sunday
Altar Guild: Dorothea Tate
Vestry on Duty: Sarah Leer, Elizabeth Leppman
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: Bob Gibson
Altar Flowers: Greg Hofelich
Altar Flower Delivery: Doris Barnes, Margie Jacobs, Mary Kay Insko, Kathy and Bryce Franklin
Music
Hymns 1, 593, 576, 535
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: The Peace May Be Exchanged ~ Dan Locklair (b. 1949)
(from Rubrics, 1988)
Closing Voluntary: Praeludium G-dur, BWV 541 ~ J.S. Bach (1685-1750)
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 Sunday's Guest Preacher
On Sunday morning, September 11, we welcome The Rev. Robert F. Kirkpatrick to the pulpit of the Church of the Good Shepherd.
The Rev. Robert F. Kirkpatrick is a native of Montgomery, Alabama, and a graduate of the University of the South and the Virginia Theological Seminary. Before seminary, he was a teacher for four years, and traveled for a corporation for two years. Following seminary, he was ordained in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, and served as Rector of St. Paul's Church in Foley,Alabama. He then moved to the Church of the Ascension in Clearwater, Florida, where he served as an assistant. His next call was to be Rector of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Covington, Georgia and from there he moved to Danville, Kentucky, to become Rector of Trinity Church, where he retired five years ago.
Fr. Bob is married to Priscilla, a special education teacher, and while she continues on, he is pursuing interests in music, art history, and gardening. Together, they are parents of six adult children and four grandchildren.
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Music Notes
As Sunday is the 10th anniversary of 9/11/01, music in churches around the world takes on a reconciliatory nature, filled with introspection and the promise of peace. The Opening Voluntary is from Dan Locklair's liturgical suite Rubrics, a collection of five pieces inspired by various rubrics (directives originally printed in red, hence "rubric") from the Book of Common Prayer. "The Peace May Be Exchanged" beautifully interprets the idea of being at peace with oneself, with each other, and with God. Locklair lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and is among the most celebrated of contemporary American composers. The Anthem is a setting of an anonymous 16th century text by 20th century British composer David Lord. It was dedicated to the choir of Coventry Cathedral, a building that was mistakenly bombed by the Germans in World War II (from the air a Cathedral can appear to be a warehouse). The famous text Ubi caritas et amor is set to English in Hymn 576: Where there is charity and love, there is God. The tune Mandatum was composed by Richard Proulx in 1983 (also the composer of this morning's Sanctus S125) for use with this text. The tune that flows gently in a stepwise manner, shows the composer's deep knowledge of plainsong. With its narrow range, it lies comfortably within the range of the average singer in any congregation.
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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 ~ Goff family, Emily, Judi, Earl, George, Betsy, Mary, Hazel, Darren, Mason, Jarot, Steve, Don, Cindy, Panchito, James.
Ongoing Prayer Requests ~ Kelly, Bill, Michael, Jay, 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 those Preparing for Marriage ~ Katherine Elaine Willard and Peter Zachary Hilligoss.
For the Departed and Those Who Mourn ~ Those in the military who died Afghanistan - Devin, Colby, Alberto, Barry, Dennis, Rezo, Christopher, Jacob.
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 The campaign to raise $1.4 million to replace our ailing pipe organ now has 145 pledges/gifts for a total of $711,622. We are especially thankful for the following people who have responded since September 1 with their support:
Tony and Lavenia Baxter, Patrick and Lori Eidson, Elinor Goodnight, Necia Harkless, Stephen and Elizabeth Hinz, Nick and Nancy Jackson, Dorothy Nichols, Chris and Ann Peoples, Sandy Reid, Kim Scott, Vicky Shore, Henry S. Vance Jr., Hugh and Dede Walker, Meredith Nelson and Johnathan Watson, and Susan L. Wells. Please consider joining them and others who support 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 for information about setting up an automatic deduction from your bank account to pay the pledge.
Click HERE to download a pledge card.
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 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God in honor of all who have suffered due to the tragic events that occurred 10 years ago today.
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 Christian Formation Classes Begin This Sunday ~ Adult Schedule
Creeds
Led by the Rev. Dominic Moore
September 11 - October 16
Location: Undercroft
Study the history of creeds, their meanings and how to apply them to our lives today.
Philippians: The Epistle of Joy
Led by Diane Griffith and Susie Lawrence
September 11 - October 16
Location: Library
Bible study on Paul's letter to the Christians of Philippi, a Roman colony.
Additional weekly offerings Women's Bible Study ~ meets on Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Library. Led by the Rev. Lauren Villemuer.
EfM reunion group - EfM graduates are invited to meet together on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 for study and reflection. Location: second floor of the conference center, the brown house behind the church closest to the day school. Contact Kim Scott (268-4061) for more information. |
 A Service of Remembrance and Hope
The Diocese of Lexington will observe the anniversary of the tragic events that changed the lives of so many 10 years ago with a service of remembrance and hope on Sunday, September 11, at 5 p.m. at Christ Church Cathedral.
This service will include members of our wider community and Christ Church Cathedral wishes this service to be a gift of healing for all. Please attend and invite your neighbors to join us in prayer, scripture and song in this special service. |
 Children's Chapel Changes
We are moving to a true worship format using liturgy written by Dominic Moore and Lauren Villemuer. Parents of Chapel-aged children and interested adults, click HERE for complete information. |
Fall Mum Sale
Sunday is your last opportunity to order fall mums from the Men's Group. The mums come in two sizes, 9" and 10", and four colors - lavender, red/orange, yellow and white. The cost is $10 for the 9" and $12 for the 10". Payment is required when your order is placed, so bring your checkbook or cash. The mums will be available for pick up next Sunday, September 18, at all three services.
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Daughters of the King
Daughters of the King will meet this Sunday, September 11, at 4 p.m. in the Library. September Hopemobile sandwich team members are Dorothy Nichols, Ema Jean Niles, Barbara Mostert, Phyllis Campbell, Izzie Purdon, and Kitty Mattingly.
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 Supper Groups Forming Newcomers and oldcomers alike are invited to sign up for Fall Supper Groups, a wonderful time of food and fellowship. Groups are usually 6-8 people who enjoy sharing in their homes, at a restaurant, a park, a bowling alley, whatever the group decides is appropriate for them. Families, singles, and couples are all encouraged to come; groups will be made up to meet your preferences.
Sign up in the Loggia on Sunday, contact Joyce Roth, or call the parish office at 252-1744. The Kick-Off potluck supper will be held in the Undercroft on Sunday, September 18, at 6 p.m. |
 Banns of Marriage
We publish the Banns of Marriage between Katherine Elaine Willard and Peter Zachary Hilligoss. 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 Deacon Lauren led the first Children's Chapel of the fall for Good Shepherd Day School students.
....that Christian Formation classes for all ages begin this Sunday, September 11.
....that Good Shepherd's Ministry Fair was well represented and well attended 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. |
 Faithful Stewards of Thy Bounty
My Fair Layman Be sure to make your reservation for My Fair Layman, an evening of fellowship, food, and musical theatre by our own Good Shepherd musicians.
Friday, September 30, at 6:30 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral Parish Hall
Sign up in the Loggia on Sunday or call the church office at 252-1744
Commitment Sunday This year's annual stewardship commitment for the acceptable care and use of God's possessions, specifically this parish and her mission, will be held on Sunday, October 9, at all services. Almighty God, whose loving hand hath given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor thee with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of thy bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. |
 Church Under the Bridge Church Under the Bridge meets for the last time this year on
Sunday, September 18 at 3 p.m. at Mission House, 203 E.
Fourth Street. Come out and join us for a lovely afternoon of
sharing another of our yummy meals with our less fortunate
neighbors in Lexington. We're planning a feast of meatball
sandwiches, slaw, and potato chips. As always, your generous donations of desserts are requested - the simpler the better! And we always love having everyone out to serve and visit with our guests. Mark your calendars for September 18 at 3:00! See you there!
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 Walk to End Hunger
This year's Crop Walk will be held on Sunday, September 25, at 2:30 p.m. at Second Presbyterian Church. Droughts and disasters have cause major food shortages and increased hunger levels worldwide. Locally, our Crop Walk supports the needs God's Pantry.
Last year our Crop Walk raised over $21,000 with Good Shepherd contributing $2,713 to the total. If you can't participate by walking for Crop Walk, perhaps you could make a monetary donation. Even the smallest amount adds to the whole!
There are two ways in which to contribute--click HERE to donate online, or make a check payable to Good Shepherd with Crop Walk on the memo line. |
 We're Tuning Up For a Musical Year!
The Choirs are poised to begin another exciting year of musical leadership here at Good Shepherd, and we want YOU! With each of our fine choirs there are opportunities for all to participate. Children aged 8 through high school receive the benefit of weekly rehearsals and music theory instruction in the Treble Choir. Preschool-aged children through age 7 have the opportunity to learn about the church through movement and song in the Young Children's Music Ministry. Adult participation is through the Canterbury Choir and the Parish Choir.
The Trebles and Adults are beginning to make plans for a tour through France and Italy in the summer of 2013. Now is an excellent time to join the ranks of our world class choir program! Call choirmaster John Linker today at 252-1744 to discuss your involvement.
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 Diocesan Stewardship Conference Stewardship University 3.0: Generous Giving ~ Joyful Doing
The second annual Diocesan Stewardship Conference will be held on Saturday, September 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 2025 Bellefonte Drive, Lexington, Kentucky. The conference leader will be the Rev. Canon Timothy Dombek from the Diocese of Arizona.
Lunch and materials will be provided for a cost of $15 per attendee. Click HERE to register online at the Diocese's new online event registration page. You will need to click "Need a login? Click here" to begin the registration.
Qualifies as continuing education for licensed lay ministers. |
 Diocesan Men's Retreat The 2011 retreat will be held Saturday and Sunday, October 15-16, at the Cathedral Domain. The retreat leader will be the Rev. Richard Burden from the Church of Our Saviour, Madison County. He has developed a meaningful retreat for all men. The cost is $100 per person which covers room and board for Friday through Sunday. You will need to bring your own bed and bath linens and any other "stuff" you might need.
Please go ahead and BLOCK OUT October 15 and 16 on your calendar for this time to Reflect, Retreat and Restore! This is an open weekend for UK football and is one weekend you do not want to miss. Some men will arrive at the Cathedral Domain on Friday, October 14, for some fun time and GREAT fellowship. Please call Bill Cox at 227-6435 for reservations and/or questions.
Peace to all and let us all come together on the Mountain! See you at the retreat! |
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Annual Parish Meeting and 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 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 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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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
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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