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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for October 27, 2011
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From the Interim Rector
Greetings!
Do you think you can do God's work without encountering God in worship? Here's what I think.
I'll see you in Church!
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Preparing for Worship
Sunday, October 30, 2011
TheTwentieth Sunday after Pentecost
Collect
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Readings
Joshua 3:7-17 / Psalm 107:1-7, 33-37 / 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 / Matthew 23:1-12
Services
7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher and Deacon, Lauren Villemuer; Lector/Intercessor, Terri Koontz; Usher, John Kingsley; Eucharistic Minister, Tom Grunwald.
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Lauren Villemuer; Deacons, Jeff Howe and Lauren Villemuer; Verger, David Goodpaster; Acolytes, Spencer Branham, Kate Samuel, Katie Butler, Christian Branham, Mary Greenfield, Jackson Young; Eucharistic Ministers, Kathy Gross, Skip Kimbrough, Jim Willard, David Goodpaster; Lector, Jim Green; Intercessor, Kat Luchtefeld; Ushers, Mark Cross, Steve MacNeil, Scott and Sara Smith; Greeters, Main St.-Robert and Margaret Foster; West Door-David and Nancy Thompson; Children's Chapel, Hans Flueck, Brenda Goodpaster.
11:15 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II ~ Celebrant, Ronald D. Pogue; Preacher, Lauren Villemuer; Deacons, Jeff Howe, Lauren Villemuer; Verger, Martin Woodford; Acolytes, Ellie Fogg, Jackson Campbell, Clarita Ledbetter; Eucharistic Ministers, Judy Endicott, Phyllis Spears, Buzz Carmichael, Martin Woodford; Lector, Pam Noyes; Intercessor, Whitty Bohmer; Ushers, Bryce Franklin, Mathew Kluesner, John Thomas, David Fogg; Greeters, Main St.-Kevin and Christy Ellis; West Door-John and Alicia Landon; Children's Chapel, Beth McGee, Tia Matthews.
Others Serving This Sunday
Altar Guild: Dorothea Tate (5th week)
Vestry on Duty: Winn Stephens, Martin Woodford
Lay Eucharistic Visitor: Bob Gibson
Altar Flowers: Mary Tyng Atkinson
Altar Flower Delivery: Debbie Jackson, Mary Tyng Atkinson, Ann Plummer, Nancy Weir, Michael Wilcox, Gaye Mansfield
Music
Hymns 383, 656, 341, 665
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: Toccata in G Minor ~ Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706)
Fantasia in E-flat Major
Closing Voluntary: Toccata & Fugue in D minor, BWV 565 ~ J.S. Bach (1685-1750)
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 Faithful Stewards of Thy Bounty
Thus far, 247 households have made commitments totaling $819,180. Thank you to those listed below who have recently returned their commitment cards:
Tony and Lavenia Baxter, Chuck and Elizabeth Beal, John and Leigh Bloomfield, Clemence Bloomfield, Chuck and Mary Campbell, Ed and Anne Carter, Randy and Jan Clark, Al and Eleanor Coleman, Richard and Belinda Conrad, Matt and Erin Cooper, Stanley and Barbara Cox, Larry and Millie Criswell, Mark and Cindy Cross, Jerry and Nancy Crouch, Michael and Laura Dawahare, Kevin and Shannon Deep, Gary and Alice Dehner, Ben and Glenda Doutt, Scott Drexler, Kathleen Eastland, Patrick and Lori Eidson, Virginia Elliott, Bill and Janice Farmer, Howard and Jean Feasby, Dan and Gail Featherston, David and Philippa Fogg, Bill and Carol Forester, Dick and Jane Ann Forston, Robert and Margaret Foster, Bob and Patsy Gibson, Barbara Groves, Tom and Judy Grunwald, Mike and Missy Haggard, Necia Harkless, Liz Harper, Stan and Betty Harvey, Anna Hendren, Libby Herron, Stephen and Elizabeth Hinz, Warren and Susan Hodges, John Hopkins, Josh and Erin Hudson, Nick and Nancy Jackson, Daniel Kalonick, Wes and Lauren Keller, Bill Kephart, Susie Lawrence, Larry and Brenda Ledbetter, Shawn and KatLuchtefeld, Shane and Susan Lyle, Steven and Janice MacNeil, Ruth Ann Maddocks, Jim and Lori Martin, Kitty Mattingly, Ann McCollum, Helene McRoberts, Elise Meyer, Bill and Mary Montague, Curtis and Jamie Montague, John and Marnie Mountjoy, Nancy Newton, Robert and Ema Jean Niles, Chris and Ann Peoples, Jasir and Amerah Rayyan, Sam and Sarah Razor, Jacqueline Resinger, Earl and Ashley Robbins, Phil and Carol Roeder, Boyd and Cookie Rogers, Mike Russell, Isaac Sefa, Robert and Lyn Shimp, Scott and Sara Smith, Hicks and Joni Snowden, Jim and Susan Stark, John and Martha Tarrant, Bill and Jennifer Tolliver, Woody and Dorothy Van Meter, Irene Vandiviere, Sloan and Jane Warner, Graeme and Nancy Wilson, Nancy Yeaste.
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. Messages From Fellow Parishioners  | | Phil and Carlisle Farmer |
Phil and Carlisle Farmer spoke to worshipers on Sunday, September 25. Listen to their message HERE.  | | Keila Thomas |
Keila Thomas wrote an article for The Shepherd's Voice about what Good Shepherd means to her. Read it HERE. Click HERE to read Brenda Riddle's reflection about what Good Shepherd means to her. 
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Hans and Cherie Flueck and family
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Hans and Cherie Flueck spoke to the congregation on Sunday, September 18. Listen to their message HERE.
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Nancy Davis
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Nancy Davis wrote an article for The Shepherd's Voice, "What does Good Shepherd mean to me?" Read it HERE.  | |
Erin Young and Family
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Erin Young spoke to the congregation on Sunday, October 2. Listen to her message HERE.
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Nancy Stephens and Family
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Click HERE to read what Good Shepherd means to Nancy Stephens.
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Liz Samuel
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Liz Samuel wrote an article for The Shepherd's Voice telling what Good Shepherd means to her. Read it HERE.
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Click HERE to read what Good Shepherd means to Doris Barnes.
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 Vestry Stewardship Statement Christian Stewardship is our personal ministry and thanksgiving for God's unconditional love and his gifts of joyful living, hope, and forgiveness. Through our stewardship at Good Shepherd, we strengthen our spiritual life with God and each other, receive his blessings, learn and teach life's important values, nurture friendships, and serve our Diocese and our community.
We acknowledge that faith without action is meaningless. We accept the principles of proportionate, regular giving of the gifts we have received from God. We endorse striving to reach, with God's help, the tithe (ten percent) which is the biblical standard for Christian stewardship.
All members of the parish family of Good Shepherd are needed to join together to experience God through their personal stewardship of services and giving.
Therefore, the Clergy and Vestry call on all the members of Good Shepherd to acknowledge their responsibilities by offering their money, as well as their time and talents, to sustain the Church and create a future that will assure innovative and resourceful leadership and provide for the continued growth of programs offering spiritual enrichment, education, and outreach. |
 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 ~ Helen, Donna, Peg, Darren, Lola, Kathleen.
Ongoing Prayer Requests ~ Bill, Elizabeth, Jane, Hazel, Cecilia, Kelly, Bill, Michael, Jay, Sherri, Dan, Nathan, Mike, Lisa, Bill, Katherine, Jawanda, Rick, Doug, Katie, Pat H., Pat G., Ray, Kay, Joyce R., Madeline, Jake.
For the Departed ~ Military members who died in Iraq - James, Steven, Shawn - and in Afghanistan - Jerome, Raymond, Jorge, Paul, Ashley, Kristoffer, Jordan, Edward, Jason, Christopher.
For Those Preparing for Holy Marriage ~ Katie Nelson and Charles Landon; Alice Bell and Peter Little Jr.; Stephanie Case and Townsend Miller; Inga Ryles and Robert Hardman; Natasha Osbourne and Ryan Zellar.
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. |
 Sunday's Music
With Halloween being Monday, on Sunday we will be treated to some "spooky" organ music for the Closing Voluntary, Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D Minor. It is one of few pieces in the organ repertoire that has become wildly embraced by pop culture. From phone ring tones to movie sound tracks, this work has received recognition around the world. In the 1980s, however, Bach's authorship of this work was disputed, and there are doubts to this day as to whether this work is actually an original organ work by Bach. No original autograph exists of the piece (which is common), but other elements of the work are very different from Bach's usual style. For instance, there is a lot of octave doubling in the beginning of the piece, which is highly unusual. In the Fugue there is an entrance of the subject for the pedals alone (without supportive counterpoint played in the hands), which is also extremely rare of music from this time period. It may have been the work of a post-1750 composer writing in the style of earlier masters. Regardless of dubious authorship, it's a rich work filled with complex harmonies and intricate counterpoint.
By way of contrast, a Toccata and Fantasia by Pachelbel are played for the Opening Voluntary. Pachelbel was a prolific south German composer one generation before Bach. His famous "Canon in D" provides his greatest fame today, but that work is of minor importance when compared to his vast oeuvre of organ and choral music. The Toccata in g and Fantasia in E-flat are a representative summary of Pachelbel's style, which features fluid voice writing and a primitively simple pedal part, reflecting the small pedal divisions of south German organs.
The Choir's motet Psalm 150 by César Franck also begins with a somewhat spooky organ introduct-tion. Composed in 1884, the chromatic 25-measure introduction ushers in muted iterations of "halleluiah" by the four voices of the choir. The main theme of the piece, first sung by the gentlemen and later joined by upper voices, is among the most haunting melodies in church music. Belgian by birth, Franck is considered the pivotal figure of 19th century French organ music, and was organist at Ste Clotilde in Paris.
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 Trunk or Treat for Halloween Children ages 3 through 3rd grade and their parents are invited to join Parish Life for an afternoon of games, crafts and treats! We will meet in the back parking lot/playground area on Sunday, October 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sign up in the Loggia or call Renee Branham at 619-6807.
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 Called to the Ministry of Pastoral Care? All people go through times of loneliness, struggle and heartbreak. Pastoral Care is the fundamental Christian ministry of presence - to be a loving and supportive voice and a listening and empathetic heart.
The Pastoral Care Team at Good Shepherd will endeavor to follow St. Paul's words to the Romans, that a mark of a true Christian is to "Rejoice with those who rejoice" and "weep with those who weep" as we extend our own ministry of presence to this community.
Our first meeting will be in early November to discuss issues related to pastoral care in this parish. If you feel called to this ministry, please contact the Rev. Dominic Moore for more information.
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November Book Club
Everyone is invited to join us for Book Club on Thursday, November 3, at
6:30 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Library.The book to read for the November meeting is by Abraham Verghese.
An epic novel that spans continents and generations, this is an unforgettable story of love and betrayal, compassion and redemption, exile and home that unfolds across five decades in India, Ethiopia, and America. In it, renowned physician Abraham Verghese has given us a remarkable reading experience that explores the lives of a memorable cast of characters, many of them doctors; the insight the novel offers into the world of medicine, along with its wealth of precise detail about how doctors work, is unparalleled in American fiction.
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 Box Tops for Education Good Shepherd Day School is participating in the Box Tops for Education fundraiser, and would like your help. The program is all about the difference one person can make. This logo above can be found on the box tops of hundreds of everyday products you probably use. Just clip them off, bring them to church, and deposit them in the special collection box that is in the church office. The Day School gets 10¢ for every box top collected. It's that simple! Money raised this year will be used to fund some additions to the playground, so it also benefits the church children as well. Thank you for your support!
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 It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
...that Drs. Joe and Margaret Jones were recently inducted into the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences Faculty Hall of Fame for their 34 years of exceptional teaching and research. They were part of group from the University of North Carolina brought here to create an outstanding Spanish program. Thanks to this group, the program achieved Top 20 status. Congratulations!
...that so many are doing so much to ensure the future of Good Shepherd! In particular, we give thanks for the members of our Rector Nominating Committee and Stewardship Committee for their dedication, leadership and service.
"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. |
 Altar Flowers
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by Patsy and Dorothea Tate in thanksgiving for their 47th wedding anniversary.
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 Christian Formation Classes ~ Adult Schedule
October 30: Adult Forum
Location: Children's Chapel
Come to the Chapel to view our new Stations of the Cross as they are blessed.
New adult classes begin on November 6!
General Convention: Upcoming Issues
Led by the Rev. Ron Pogue
November 6, 13, 20, 27 Location: Undercroft
Learn about the issues our General Convention will be facing and voting on next summer.
The Prophecies of Isaiah
Led by the Rev. Dominic Moore and Mr. Kevin Ellis
November 6, 13, 20, 27 Location: Library
What are the prophecies of Isaiah that led to the revelation that Jesus is the Messiah? How did Jesus fit them? What were the people expecting?
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. |
 All Saints' Sunday
This year's All Saints' Day celebration will be held on Sunday, November 6, at which time the names of persons who have died during the past year will be remembered at the altar.
Please contact the church office by Friday, October 28,with the full name(s) of those you wish to have remembered and the service you attend.
All Saints' Concert Please join us for our Annual All Saints' Concert on Sunday, November 6, at 7 p.m. As part of the rota of Good Shepherd's well-established choral traditions, this concert is an occasion to remember all who have gone before us through the performance of a major choral work. This year's work is the epic Requiem, Opus 9 by Maurice Duruflé. A suggested donation of $15 per person will be gratefully accepted at the door for the Choir Fund. An elegant reception will follow the performance in the Undercroft provided by the Choir Guild. Please join us!
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 Notice of Annual Meeting
The Annual Parish Meeting of the Church of the Good
Shepherd will be held on Sunday, November 13, at 6 p.m. in
the Undercroft. Diocesan Convention deputies will be elected
at this meeting. Parishioners are eligible to vote at meetings
of the membership. A Parishioner is defined in the bylaws of
the parish as (1) a confirmed communicant in good standing
who is currently registered on the Parish Roll or (2) a Baptized person who is currently registered on the Parish Roll, who is a regular contributor to the support of the parish, and not in arrears on his or her pledge. Voting will be by written ballot and Parishioners must be present to vote.
Evensong and Soup Supper The evening will start with the Office of Evensong at 5 p.m.followed by a soup supper provided by the Choir Guild ($10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and younger; reservations requested), concluding with our Annual Meeting. Please contact the church office to make your reservation for the soup supper.
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Diocesan Holy Conversations
The regional Holy Conversations sponsored by the Nominating Committee for the election of the 7th Bishop of Lexington will be held at the following times and places:
Sunday, October 30, 4:30 p.m.
Covington, Trinity Church
Registration deadline ~ Friday, October 28
Sunday, November 6, 4:30 p.m.
Corbin, St. John's Church
Registration deadline ~ Thursday, November 3
Sunday, November 13, 4:30 p.m.
Morehead, Morehead State University
Registration deadline ~ Thursday, November 10
Sunday, November 20, 4:30 p.m.
Frankfort, Church of the Ascension
Registration deadline ~ Thursday, November 17
Tuesday, November 29, 6:00 p.m.
Lexington, Christ Church Cathedral
Registration deadline ~ Wednesday, November 23
Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend one of these sessions. A simple supper will be served and child care will be available at each location. Come tell the story of the church as you have lived it and help articulate the vision for the Diocese as we all move forward. You may attend any session that you choose. Click HERE to register for any of the locations.
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 Reading Camp Fall Brunch
Fruits of the Vine
Saturday, November 5
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Acres of Land Winery
2285 Barnes Mill Road
Richmond, KY 40475
Tickets are $50 per person. Call Allison Duvall at 859-252-6527 x110 or click HERE to reserve your seat.
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 HeartSong: Finding Our Voice This music workshop for the Diocese of Lexington is led by author and musician Ana Hernandez. Whether you're in a small church with few resources, a larger place that would like to begin a new service, looking for a way to help your community find and build its collective voice, or play together and be transformed, HeartSong is the workshop that will enable you to begin to build a community by shared creation of sound and silence. We will listen deeply to the spirit within, reclaim the joy of group learning by rote, utilize repetition, and engage our oft ignored ability to harmonize on the spot. With simple songs, chants, and global song, we'll have a day of transformation and deep fun. Sing your way to your sweetest identity, individually and collectively, each person open to sharing more of who they are becoming and confident that the spiritual work they do to become their best selves will be honored and be integrated into the larger community. There will be drumming, movement, and lots of singing, all of which will enable your community to include absolutely everyone.
When: Saturday, November 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Church of the Good Shepherd, 533 East Main Street, Lexington
Cost: Free; please bring your own lunch
Contact: The Rev. Christina Brannock-Wanter, 859.987.2760
This event qualifies for continuing education credit for licensed lay ministers.
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 Jail-Prison Ministry Conference The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington invites you to its biannual Jail-Prison Ministry Conference. We have several dynamic and inspiring speakers with interesting and exciting presentations. If you are interested in ministry to the incarcerated or currently involved in ministry, please plan to come. There is no charge for the conference; lunch will be provided onsite and is also free.
When: November 19, 8:30 am to 2 p.m.
Where: Mission House, 203 East Fourth Street, Lexington
Registration: Contact Billie Stockton or call 859.893.3530. Please provide your name, address, and telephone number. Registration deadline is November 16.
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 Outreach Ministry Gala ~
Good Shepherd's annual Outreach Ministry Gala will be held on Friday, February 17, 2012. Read MORE about this event.
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 Connect with the New Online Pictorial Directory Good Shepherd's new online directory is up and running. This exciting new platform allows you to edit and customize your own information, search for information on other members and connect with the rest of the Good Shepherd family. If you're already received an invitation and setup your account, you can click HERE to login or find the link under the "About Us" menu on the church web site.
If you failed to receive an invitation, please contact the church office and we will make sure you gain access to this valuable resource.
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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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