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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for August 9, 2012
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 Five Ways to Connect at Good Shepherd
Back to School Pizza Party Youth entering grades 6-12 are invited to a pizza party in the youth suite this Sunday from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Youth calendars will be distributed and those present will be making decisions about next year's mission trip. Bring 50 cents to purchase a drink form the machine and a dessert to share. RSVP to Deacon Lauren with the number in your family attending so she can have enough yummy pizza for everyone. Parents interested in working or helping with youth are also welcome to stay. Theology on Tap Are you an adult looking for practical theology in a fun and nontraditional setting? Please join us on Tuesday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m. at Village Host, 431 Old Vine Street, for laughter, thought-provoking conversation and fellowship. This group discusses in open and respectful ways how we find God at work in our daily lives. Our guest will be the Rt. Rev. Chilton Knudsen, Interim Assisting Bishop of Lexington, discussing the recent General Convention and anything else she has on her mind. Blessings in a Backpack School starts next week as does our second year of the Blessings in a Backpack program at Booker T. Washington Elementary. We will be providing weekend food for 60 children in need during the school year. Four teams working one week each month pack the backpacks and deliver them to the elementary school each Friday. Additional volunteers are needed to support this important ministry. Contact Virginia Valentin for more information. Senior Lunch Bunch If you are a senior, think you might be a senior, want to be a senior, can't help being a senior-mark your calendar now for Friday, August 24 at 12:30 p.m. for a catered lunch in the Undercroft. Sign up today in the Loggia on Sunday or contact the church office. Living the Good Life: The Faith and Wellness Journey Plan now to join us on Saturday, August 25 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for "Living the Good Life: The Faith and Wellness Journey," an afternoon of learning, exploration and fun for all ages, featuring workshops and presentations on a variety of subjects related to wellness along with booths, fabulous door prizes and healthy snacks. RSVPs to Deacon Lauren are strongly encouraged!
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August 12, 2012 - Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Readings for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Liturgical Minister Assignments
Click HERE to see if you are scheduled to serve this Sunday or any Sunday in August.
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 Prayers
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 for each name 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: Karla Isaac, Catherine "Tootie" Murphy, Savannah Noe, Mark Vaughan, Walt, Doug McCullough, Jane Milward, Phyllis Campbell, Randy Clark, Gaye Mansfield. Ongoing Prayer Requests: Bob Horine, Bill Matthews, Ginny Green, Cheryll Armstrong, Rick Elliott, Litsa Prather, Sherri McVay, Chris Brannock-Wanter, Art Hellebusch, Susan, Jane Armistead, Carolyn, Hazel Sullivan, Cecilia Roberts, Katie Bolin, Pat G., Madeline Shore, Jake Trainor. For the Departed: Military members who died in Afghanistan: Curtis Duarte, Kyle McClain, Todd Lambka, Jesus Lopez, Russell Bell, Matthew Sitton. For Those Who Mourn: The Sefa family. For Those Preparing for Holy Marriage: Shannon McDonnell and Jared Woodford; Lauren Damron and Jesse Yannelli; Natasha Osbourne and Ryan Zellar. |
 Godly Play Family Breakfast Families with children 3 years of age through second grade are invited to a Family Breakfast on Sunday, August 19 at 9:00 a.m. in the Undercroft. The Rev. Deacon Lois Howard will do a presentation on Godly Play and answer questions. Godly Play is a Montessori based program that invites children to explore their faith and spirituality through age appropriate storytelling and play. Please RSVP to Deacon Lauren and note any special dietary needs your family has. Join us in the Undercroft as a Bible story comes to life! |
 It Makes Our Hearts Glad... ...that Don Fishback received the Franklin Moosnick Service Award for his long term service to the American Heart Association. ...that Roland and Dava Hauser are grandparents! Their granddaughter Addy Elizabeth Waits was born on July 31 in Ft. Worth, Texas. Addy's parents are Brandon and Emily Waits. ...that seven of our young adult members about to leave for their first year of college got together twice with Deacon Lauren last weekend for food, fellowship and advice. ...that four choir members completed Royal School of Church Music (RCSM) this summer--Katherine Wright at Washington, D.C. and Lee Jenkins, Joe Jones and Reba Roberts in Pennsylvania. "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. |
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Choir Fundraiser - Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Beginning this Sunday and continuing on Sundays in August, $7 will get you a certificate for a dozen regular glazed doughnuts at your local Krispy Kreme store, and help Good Shepherd's choirs raise funds for their next singing tour. You get to save tax on a dozen doughnuts and the choirs get a percentage of the sales.
Visit the display in the Loggia on Sunday. Have a doughnut hole and purchase some certificates. They make great employee and teacher appreciation gifts, too, and with no expiration date, you can use them any time. Cash accepted-correct change preferred-and personal checks made out to Good Shepherd with 'Krispy Kreme' on the memo line. |
 Help Wanted
We're growing! Adult nursery workers are needed to staff our infant and toddler nurseries. Hours of work are summer Sundays 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; Sundays during the school year are 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Contact Deacon Lauren if you are interested or for more information.
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 Next Bishop of Lexington to be Elected
The 2012 Convention of the Diocese of Lexington will reconvene at Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, August 18 to elect the 7th Bishop of Lexington. Good Shepherd will be represented by its clergy and four lay deputies. Those deputies are Ken Miller, Bob Rogers, Jim Willard and Sarah Charles Wright. The new Bishop will succeed Bishop Stacy Sauls, will be in the diocese in the early fall, and will be consecrated on December 15 at Christ Church Cathedral.
The six bishop nominees were in the diocese last week, appearing at three potluck dinners, two Q and A sessions and a panel discussion while visiting many of the churches in the diocese.The Friday evening Q and A held at Good Shepherd was well attended and streamed live to a reported 600 viewers.
Biographical notes, written responses to a series of questions, a brief video commentary and the Friday Q and A may all be viewed on the diocesan website. All members of the parish are strongly encouraged to view these materials and share their comments and questions with the deputies. The polity of the Church provides that the parish representatives are not sent to Convention as instructed delegates. However, input from the members of the parish is vital in helping make good decisions.
View the information and let us hear from you.
Ken Miller, 859.266.6812
Bob Rogers, 859.278.5514
Jim Willard, 859.271.1808
Sarah Charles Wright, 859.277.1374 |
 Online Pictorial Directory The online directory allows is easy to use with the ability to 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 set up your account, you can click HERE to login or find the link under the "About Us" menu on the church web site. If you desire access to the directory, please contact the church office and we will make sure you gain access to this valuable resource.
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Calendar
The web page calendar has the most up to date information about everything happening at Good Shepherd.
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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. Be sure to include your name and callback number in the message you leave. |
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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
 The Rev. Brian L. Cole, Rector
533 East Main Street
Lexington, Kentucky 40508
859.252.1744 phone
859.252.1745 fax
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