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The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd
in Lexington, Kentucky
E-News Edition for September 28, 2012
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 Five Ways to Connect at Good Shepherd
Support Important Outreach Ministries
This Sunday, September 30, we hope you will pick one of these two outreach ministries to support. Church Under the Bridge, a ministry to the homeless and minimally housed in our city, meets at 3:00 p.m. at Mission House, 203 East Fourth Street. Those attending are served a nutritious meal and hear a sermon and music. Contact Pam Noyes or 859-873-5230 for more information.The 2012 Crop Hunger Walk also takes place on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. beginning at Second Presbyterian Church. A bus will be available for those who either can't or don't want to walk but wish to participate. Twenty-five percent of donations go to God's Pantry. Make donations online (go to the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church team). For more information contact Alice Dehner or 859-223-9117.
Monday Night Bible Study
A complicated and fascinating text, the Bible has been a source of wisdom, humor, inspiration and history for millennia. But how well do we really know it? Join a small group to read the Bible together verse by verse. All are welcome! Meets in the Bride's Room (downstairs) at 6:00 p.m. on Mondays. Click here for FAQs. Contact Fr. Dominic Moore for more information.
Rector's Book Group
The Rector's Book Group returns on Thursday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Library. Please join Fr. Brian for conversation about Graham Greene's novel The Power and the Glory. Greene converted to Catholicism in 1926 and reported on religious persecution in Mexico in 1938. This reportage served as background for The Power and the Glory, one of his "Catholic" novels and considered by many his masterpiece. Please join us! Contact Fr. Brian for more information.
Race for the Cure - Team Pyddney
Join WKYT's Amber Philpott and Sam Dick along with Wells Fargo Advisors and friends of the late Pyddney Jones to celebrate the 16th Race for the Cure next Saturday, October 6. The day begins with breakfast at 7:00 a.m. at Wells Fargo Advisors with the race at 8:00 a.m. at Centerpointe Downtown. If you join and register for the race as a runner, walker or supporter and donate an additional $25 to be on Team Pyddney, the Wells Fargo Foundation will match that $25 up to 1,000 runners creating the possibility to raise $50,000 for the Lexington Chapter of the Komen Foundation.
The Blessing of the Animals
Join us next Sunday, October 7 at 3:00 p.m. at the Bell Court entrance to the church (office entrance). Horses, dogs, cats and more are welcome but please keep them on leashes and under control! Sheabel Pet Care Center will be providing goody bags for the blessed pets again this year. Don't miss this wonderful event for animal lovers and our animal friends. For more information, contact Erin Young. |
Preparing for Worship -  September 30, 2012
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Readings for the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Altar Flowers
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God by Bob, Jeff and Lee Gibson in memory of Betsy Divine Gibson.
Liturgical Minister Assignments
Click HERE to see if you are scheduled to serve on September 30. Click HERE to see if you are scheduled to serve any Sunday in October.
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 Banns of Marriage
We publish the Banns of Marriage between Shannon Leigh McDonnell and Jared Martin Woodford. 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. We publish the Banns of Marriage between Lauren Elizabeth Damron and Jesse John Yannelli. 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. We publish the Banns of Marriage between Natasha Lynn Osbourne and Ryan Christopher Zellar. 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 first time of asking. |
 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: Judi Brandenburgh, Catherine "Tootie" Murphy, Shelly Sowder, Verna Whitlock, Brenda Johnson, Joe Eberling, Nova, Bill Forester, Pat Johnson, Darren Pennington, Betty Linker, Karla Isaac, David Brown, Anne Shipley, Lew Davis, Hazel Sullivan, Stephen Crutcher, Eric Johnson, Alice Rogers, Henry Tutt, Clark Cramer. Ongoing Prayer Requests: Doug McCullough, Bob Horine, Bill Matthews, Ginny Green, Rick Elliott, Sherri McVay, Art Hellebusch, Susan, Jane Armistead, Carolyn, Cecilia Roberts, Katie Bolin, Pat G., Madeline Shore, Jake Trainor. For the Departed: Military members who died in Afghanistan - Jason Swindle, Rashun Roberts. For Those Preparing for Holy Marriage: Shannon McDonnell and Jared Woodford; Lauren Damron and Jesse Yannelli; Natasha Osbourne and Ryan Zellar; Colleen Cox and Tyler Madison.
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It Makes Our Hearts Glad...
...that 50 parents and young children enjoyed a cookout and fellowship on the playground last Saturday.
... that such a large crowd attended Evensong last Sunday and said a fond farewell to Reggie Smith.
...that 24 newcomers enjoyed brunch provided by the Newcomer Team at the home of John and Martha Tarrant last Sunday.
...that Paola Visona's work in northern Italy this summer was featured in a recent Herald-Leader article. The article is posted on the kiosk near the church office.
...that on Wednesday, the Pastoral Care Team and other interested members heard Dr. Barbara Blodgett speak about appropriate boundaries and confidentiality in pastoral settings.
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Smashing Tomato Fundraiser 
Take this voucher to any Smashing Tomato location in Lexington any Tuesday in October and 10% of your purchase price (before taxes and tip) will be donated to Good Shepherd's youth mission trip fund. This is an easy, yummy way to support our youth Mission Trip fund. Contact Deacon Lauren for more information.
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Sunday Christian Formation Classes at 10:15 a.m.
Children and Youth
Godly Play
3 - 5 year olds - Room 201(upstairs)
Kindergarten through 2nd graders - Rooms 204 and 206 (upstairs)
Living the Good News
3rd - 5th graders - Room 254 (upstairs)
Episcopal Youth Curriculum
6th-8th graders - Room 021 (Youth Suite, downstairs)
High School Class
9th-12th graders - Room 020 (Youth Suite, downstairs)
Adults
Rector's Forum Location: Undercroft
Join Fr. Brian for the final class in a series on the Rule of St. Benedict and its application for our daily lives in the 21st century. You may already be a Benedictine and not know it!
Current Events and the Christian Life Location: Library
Events currently in the news are examined through Scripture and Christian tradition, informing our engagement in the world. This is a discussion based class led by Kevin Ellis and others. A current event in the news is read, then questions for discussion are introduced followed by Bible verses and stories.
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 Family Fall Festival Our Parish Life ministry will be hosting a Fall Festival on Sunday, October 21 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (immediately following the 5:00 p.m. service). Children and adults are encouraged to wear their costumes and participate in games, crafts and a spooky cake walk. Those attending will also get to enjoy some tasty chili cooked up by fellow parishioners daring to compete in a Chili Cook Off. If you think you have a winning recipe, sign up in the Loggia for more details! Prizes will be awarded. For more information, contact Brenda Goodpaster at 859-608-4317, Renee Branham at 859-619-6807, or Ann Peoples at 859-806-5053.
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 Online Pictorial Directory We want to significantly add to the number of photos we have of our members and friends in the Courtyard online pictorial directory. A photographer will be set up in the Loggia/Concourse area Sunday morning to take pictures for anyone who doesn't currently have their image in Courtyard. 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
Email
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