Announcements – October 29
Announcements – October 29
PARISH ELECTIONS
PARISH ELECTIONS
Today at 12 Noon in Sanderson Hall members of the parish will be electing three members to the vestry and three delegates for the Diocesan Convention. The three people elected to Vestry will be expected to attend all Vestry meetings and the Vestry Retreats for the three year term. Current nominees for vestry are Marsha Babb, Melanie Dorman and Rosalind Hall. The three Diocesan Convention Delegates will attend the Diocesan Convention February 9 -10 at St. John’s in Decatur.
Today at 12 Noon in Sanderson Hall members of the parish will be electing three members to the vestry and three delegates for the Diocesan Convention. The three people elected to Vestry will be expected to attend all Vestry meetings and the Vestry Retreats for the three year term. Current nominees for vestry are Marsha Babb, Melanie Dorman and Rosalind Hall. The three Diocesan Convention Delegates will attend the Diocesan Convention February 9 -10 at St. John’s in Decatur.
LIVING GENEROUSLY PLEDGE CAMPAIGN UPDATE
LIVING GENEROUSLY PLEDGE CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Epiphany’s Campaign Team would like to thank the forty-four (44) Epiphany individuals and families who have made a pledge to the General Fund for 2018. To date, we have received pledges totaling $134,216. The average pledge is $3,050.
Epiphany’s Campaign Team would like to thank the forty-four (44) Epiphany individuals and families who have made a pledge to the General Fund for 2018. To date, we have received pledges totaling $134,216. The average pledge is $3,050.
On Sunday, November 5th, we will ask God’s blessing on our pledge cards at the altar, giving thanks to God for the generous gifts we have already received. If you have not yet completed a pledge card and intend to do so, you may put it in the offering plate, mail it in, or bring it to the office. You may also call your pledge into Epiphany’s Financial Assistant, Charlene Mason, at 256-582-4897, or e-mail your pledge to
[email protected].
On Sunday, November 5th, we will ask God’s blessing on our pledge cards at the altar, giving thanks to God for the generous gifts we have already received. If you have not yet completed a pledge card and intend to do so, you may put it in the offering plate, mail it in, or bring it to the office. You may also call your pledge into Epiphany’s Financial Assistant, Charlene Mason, at 256-582-4897, or e-mail your pledge to
[email protected].
Wonderful things are in store for Epiphany’s ministries in 2018. Your gifts are appreciated! 2018 Pledged by Dollar Range As of October 26th, 2017 $2,425 or less* - 23 $2,425 - $4,999.99 - 13 $5,000 - $9,999.99 - 7 $10,000 - $19,999.99 - 1 Total Number of Pledges 44 Total Dollar Amount of Pledges $ 134,216 Average Pledge $ 3,050
Wonderful things are in store for Epiphany’s ministries in 2018. Your gifts are appreciated! 2018 Pledged by Dollar Range As of October 26th, 2017 $2,425 or less* - 23 $2,425 - $4,999.99 - 13 $5,000 - $9,999.99 - 7 $10,000 - $19,999.99 - 1 Total Number of Pledges 44 Total Dollar Amount of Pledges $ 134,216 Average Pledge $ 3,050
*Represents a tithe (10%) for a family of four with an annual income of $24,250. If you have questions
*Represents a tithe (10%) for a family of four with an annual income of $24,250. If you have questions
concerning the origin of this baseline amount, please ask Fr. Aaron or Lamar Auman, Treasurer.
concerning the origin of this baseline amount, please ask Fr. Aaron or Lamar Auman, Treasurer.
ALL SAINTS' SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 5
ALL SAINTS' SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 5
Remembrances
Remembrances
On All Saints' Sunday, the names of the members who have died since last All Saint's Day (November 1, 2017) will be included in the Eucharistic Prayer. If you have any additional names to add to this remembrance please let the office know by October 27.
On All Saints' Sunday, the names of the members who have died since last All Saint's Day (November 1, 2017) will be included in the Eucharistic Prayer. If you have any additional names to add to this remembrance please let the office know by October 27.
Flower Dedications
Flower Dedications
The Altar Guild is taking dedications to remember those saints who have gone on before us.
The Altar Guild is taking dedications to remember those saints who have gone on before us.
A dedication form is on the counter in the church office or on the table in the rear of the Nave. Each dedication is $5.00. Make your check payable to Epiphany and note in the memo field that it is for All Saints Flowers.
A dedication form is on the counter in the church office or on the table in the rear of the Nave. Each dedication is $5.00. Make your check payable to Epiphany and note in the memo field that it is for All Saints Flowers.
EPIPHANY ANNUAL AUCTION
EPIPHANY ANNUAL AUCTION
November 9 at 5:30 p.m.
November 9 at 5:30 p.m.
Make your plans now to attend the annual Epiphany Auction. We have many new and exciting games that will keep you entertained all night with wonderful prizes, excursions, experiences and elegant items up for grabs. The new games include the successful cork pull with a craft beer section, football squares, 54 card draw, black ball game of chance, St Jude bear & dog chance game as well as our silent auction and a limited number of live auction items. Thank you to our ministries for making their famous gift baskets. If you have an item to donate please contact either Marsha Babb or Tiffany Martin or you may also drop your item off at the office but please leave your name and number on the item so we may contact you to obtain more information if necessary. Marsha Babb - 256-571-2300 or
[email protected] Tiffany Martin - 256-673-0091 or
[email protected] We still need help with food & beverages. If you would like to hlep please do so by contacting Marsha or Tiffany. For questions or more info please contact Tiffany Martin any time at 256-673-0091 or
[email protected]. All proceeds benefit Epiphany's Outreach Ministry.
Make your plans now to attend the annual Epiphany Auction. We have many new and exciting games that will keep you entertained all night with wonderful prizes, excursions, experiences and elegant items up for grabs. The new games include the successful cork pull with a craft beer section, football squares, 54 card draw, black ball game of chance, St Jude bear & dog chance game as well as our silent auction and a limited number of live auction items. Thank you to our ministries for making their famous gift baskets. If you have an item to donate please contact either Marsha Babb or Tiffany Martin or you may also drop your item off at the office but please leave your name and number on the item so we may contact you to obtain more information if necessary. Marsha Babb - 256-571-2300 or
[email protected] Tiffany Martin - 256-673-0091 or
[email protected] We still need help with food & beverages. If you would like to hlep please do so by contacting Marsha or Tiffany. For questions or more info please contact Tiffany Martin any time at 256-673-0091 or
[email protected]. All proceeds benefit Epiphany's Outreach Ministry.
HOLIDAY FAIRE
HOLIDAY FAIRE
Coming Saturday, November 18thThe Holiday Faire is less than 30 days away, and it takes "a parish" to be successful! We welcome cakes & cookies for the Bake Sale which is a big hit with all who visit with us. Please contact Kathy Thompson for info and to sign up to bake your favorite holiday treat. We hope everyone has had a chance to clear out closets, china's and jewelry boxes to contribute to our own Faire booths for gently used, but stylish handbags, scarves and ties; jewelry for the "Jewel Box"; and our Treasure table of unique porcelain, china, crystal and other pieces. There will be boxes in the Church office to collect these items. And watch for sign-up sheets on the bulletin board. Join us this Sunday in Sanderson Hall for the Parish Elections and stop by the Holiday Faire table to volunteer to help with the Faire and to get info. General Information: Shari Harrison (
[email protected]), Jan Maxwell (
[email protected]) Jewel Box – Marsha Babb (
[email protected]) Bake Sale - Kathy Thompson (
[email protected]) Treasure Sales - Linda Katz (
[email protected] ) Handbag Sales - Maggie Muegge (
[email protected])
Coming Saturday, November 18thThe Holiday Faire is less than 30 days away, and it takes "a parish" to be successful! We welcome cakes & cookies for the Bake Sale which is a big hit with all who visit with us. Please contact Kathy Thompson for info and to sign up to bake your favorite holiday treat. We hope everyone has had a chance to clear out closets, china's and jewelry boxes to contribute to our own Faire booths for gently used, but stylish handbags, scarves and ties; jewelry for the "Jewel Box"; and our Treasure table of unique porcelain, china, crystal and other pieces. There will be boxes in the Church office to collect these items. And watch for sign-up sheets on the bulletin board. Join us this Sunday in Sanderson Hall for the Parish Elections and stop by the Holiday Faire table to volunteer to help with the Faire and to get info. General Information: Shari Harrison (
[email protected]), Jan Maxwell (
[email protected]) Jewel Box – Marsha Babb (
[email protected]) Bake Sale - Kathy Thompson (
[email protected]) Treasure Sales - Linda Katz (
[email protected] ) Handbag Sales - Maggie Muegge (
[email protected]