October 2nd, 2024 | Newsletter
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Welcome Visitors!
We celebrated this past Sunday with a special “hands on” way of doing God’s work. Thanks to the herculean efforts of Barb and friends, the sanctuary was set up so that the congregation could all take part in filling up goody bags to be delivered to the Oasis Center. As you can see from the pictures it was an easy way to fill the bags in a short time.
From set up (upper left) to fill up (upper right) to music (lower left) to delivery (lower right). 158 goody bags delivered to Oasis Center. Thank you EPC!
Worship (this Sunday):
This coming Sunday we will celebrate communion, the Blessing of the Animals and the Feast of St Francis of Assisi.
Those who wish to bring a pet or a pet’s picture are
encouraged to do so – on a leash or in a container.
We plan to meet outside in the pavilion.
We are excited to call your attention to, and encourage you, to visit our upgraded website! Go to www.epcnashville.com or www.epcnashville.org for all your questions. Cut and paste one of these sites in your browser. If you can’t find your answers there, try the options below:
janemherring@gmail.com – Reach out to Pastor Jane on her church phone (call/text) 615- 818-9727 or at her email about what it means to be baptized, to be confirmed in the church (if you have already been baptized), to join
the church or for answers to any other questions you might have.
epcnashville@gmail.com - General EPC email can be sent to this site (be aware that multiple people have access to this email account).
epcbusiness9770@gmail.com - If you ever have any questions about anything dealing with EPC’s finances or other business topics, email your question or request here.
janemherring@gmail.com - Email announcements for the Sunday bulletin here.
frhanchey@gmail.com - Email Information or corrections for the weekly newsletter here. frhanchey@gmail.com – Send questions about the outdoor gardens or children’s education/programming here.
Inquirers of all ages:
Please reach out to Pastor Jane about what it means to be baptized, to be confirmed in the church (if you have already been baptized) or to join the church.
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Readings For The Week
PROPER 22 (27) OCT 06, 2024
First reading and Psalm
Job 1:1, 2:1-10 Psalm 26
Alternate First reading and Psalm
Genesis 2:18-24 Psalm 8
Second reading
Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12
Gospel
Mark 10:2-16
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Litergical readers and schedule notes
Date | Pulpit | Liturgist | Notes |
10.6.24 | Herring | Sandra H. | Communion & Blessing of the Animals
10.13.24 | Herring | Karen R.
10.20.24 | Herring | Darrell H.
10.27.24 | Herring | Jan R.
11.3.24 | Herring | Ginia W. | Communion
11.10.24 | Herring | Barbara H.
Thank you to those of you who serve as liturgists. If you wish to volunteer as liturgist, send an email to epcbusiness9770@gmail.com or call 615-473-3510.
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Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.”
Quotes about prayer:
I know that the Lord is always on the side of the right; but it is my constant anxiety and prayer that I and this nation may be on the Lord’s side. – Abraham Lincoln
A question about this week’s quote
Since both sides usually claim that God is on their side (meaning God agrees with their position), does that mean that one is correct and the other mistaken or does it mean that God is with the people on both sides and each of their positions is beside the point?
Invitation to Prayer Group
Wednesday night Prayer Group is now meeting on Thursdays from 6-7pm. All are invited. Please join us.
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC
Think of all the times you have prayed – times of joy, sorrow, celebration, heartache ... the list goes on. Take a moment to think about what your life would be like without the ability and invitation to prayer, without that one-on-one relationship time with God.
Have you ever had a relationship strained to the point where you didn’t speak to a loved one?
The GIFT of prayer is a miracle in itself – a direct relationship with our Creator, infused with LOVE.
Give yourself permission to take one moment each day
to nurture that relationship.
If you wish to experience what prayer group is like – please join us any Thursday evening from 6:00 – 7:00 pm(ish) when we gather as a small group to talk to God, lift our community prayers and experience the PEACE of God’s presence - together.
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Peace and Global Witness:
The Peace & Global Witness Offering, the third special offering of the year, runs from September 8 – October 6.
It is typically collected on the first Sunday of every October
This year’s theme for the offering is “Sowing the Seeds of Peace.
25% of the total offering remains with EPC to fund peacemaking and reconciliation in our community.
The mission committee will decide what organization will receive this money. If you have a suggestion, please let someone on the committee know. (Ginia, Faith, Jan, Val, Marilyn, Mark, Sara, Sue).
Checks can be offered up any time during the collection period. Please indicate “special offering” or “PaGW” on the memo line.
Maple Village:
We are collecting gently used books and jigsaw puzzles for Maple Village.
All book genres and all puzzle sizes are accepted.
There is a tote outside the children’s classroom for your contributions.
We will make a delivery on the last Sunday of October, the 27th.
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Financial Support for Missions:
Call it what you will, for a small church we are involved in many different local ministries, missions or outreach programs.
Funding for these giving programs come from various places, one of these places is you!
If you would like to donate additional funds for a specific program, checks can be made to the following ongoing missions of EPC.
Community Garden
Gateway to Higher Education Scholarship Crossroads Campus
Maple Village
Special Music Ministry events
Oasis
Please note on the memo line which mission your check is meant to support.
Financial Support for EPC:
If you are not able to attend worship service and still wish show your support for Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, you can contribute in the following ways:
Online–send an electronic payment, your bank can help you set this up if you have questions.
By Mail – our mailing address is EPC, 9770 Hwy 96, Nashville, TN 37221
Through EPC’s website www.epcnashville.com or www.epcnashville.org Simply click on the “GIVE” button, then the “donate” button, to donate via PayPal or debit/credit card. This can be a one-time donation or can be set up as a monthly donation.
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Join us for fellowship, snacks and fresh cup of coffee around the kitchen window after service!
There is a sign-up sheet by the front door if you wish to help.
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The Covid bug is back. Masks and hand sanitizer remain available at the front entrance to use as desired. Be aware of your health and consider others in all you do.
Next month is Pastor Appreciation Month.... Just sayin!
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Please remember to check the “Events”, “Missions” and “Stewardship” bulletin boards in the hallway for ongoing information about these areas of activity at EPC.
The kids board, underneath the “Missions” section, shares the kids’ lessons with you. It’s sometime messy but that’s what kids do -- Enjoy it!
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Ongoing:
Communion every 1st Sunday
Worship Committee Mtg every 2nd Sunday after service (10/13)
Mission/Fellowship Committee Mtg every 3rd Sunday 9:30 am (10/20)
Session Mtg every 3rd Monday (10/31)
2nd Thursday of each month (except for December) - Rug Hookers meet
10am–2pm. Upcoming:
October 6: Blessing of the Animals (outside service) and Feast of St Francis of Assisi
October 27: Deliver books and puzzles to Maple Village
October12th and 19th 9am – 12 noon -- Spit and Shine Building and Grounds Clean up days ( see
below)
November 3: Feast of All Saints and Communion of All Saints
November 17: Thanksgiving pot luck dinner, bring sides.
November 30: Christmas Cookie Bake and activities. Details to come
November 30: Hanging of the Greens
December 1: First day of Advent, Sunday and Wednesday events. Details to come.
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Ongoing:
Communion every 1st Sunday
Worship Committee Mtg every 2nd Sunday after service (10/13)
Mission/Fellowship Committee Mtg every 3rd Sunday 9:30 am (10/20)
Session Mtg every 3rd Monday (10/31)
2nd Thursday of each month (except for December) - Rug Hookers meet
10am–2pm. Upcoming:
September 8- October 6: Peace and Global Witness special collection.
September 26 (Th): Wednesday prayer group meetings start on Thursday.
September 29: Assemble Goody Bags during service
October 6: Blessing of the Animals (outside service) and Feast of St Francis of Assisi
October 27: Deliver books and puzzles to Maple Village
October12th and 19th 9am – 12 noon -- Spit and Shine Building and Grounds Clean up days ( see
below)
November 3: Feast of All Saints and Communion of All Saints
November 17: Thanksgiving pot luck dinner, bring sides.
November 30: Christmas Cookie Bake and activities. Details to come
November 30: Hanging of the Greens
December 1: First day of Advent, Sunday and Wednesday events. Details to come.
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Coming up soon, take part in conversation about uniting the Bodies of Christ:
As a follow up to a previous meeting, there will be a conversation with Adam Buzard, who is part of the Operation Andrew Group. This will be hosted by the 2nd Presbyterian Church on April 18th from 9-11 am. as he works to fulfill the mission of uniting the bodies of Christ as they partner with local churches. 2nd Pres is located at 3511 Belmont Blvd and the conversation will center around “The State of Nashville”. It is open to anyone (pastors, elders, church volunteers) interested in knowing what others think of our church. The event is this scheduled for tomorrow.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ NaCoMe Camp Opportunity:
Reach out to Jane if you have questions about this. It is coming up soon. I’m sorry I don’t have any more details at this time.
Inquirers of all ages:
Please reach out to Pastor Jane about what it means to be baptized, to be confirmed in the church (if you have already been baptized) or to join the church.
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*During service last week we had a special presentation for the youth who went to Montreat last summer.
* Pictures from their week at camp were lovingly placed into book form.
* Teddy, Jefferson and Annalease received their own copy, as did Scott and Barb.
One copy has also been placed in the EPC library. Well done. Thank you.
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Spit-Shine Clean Up Day:
On October 12th and 19th the Mission / Fellowship Committees will host Spit Shine Clean-up days at the church, 9am - 12pm
We will provide refreshments and other ways make the day enjoyable.
The Grounds –
Checkthelist shown and see where you can help
Save the dates, find a place to help, whether it is carrying supplies, scrubbing the sign, vacuuming, cleaning light fixtures and windows, providing refreshments, or entertaining the workers.
This list is not complete.
We need all hands on deck for this. There is a way EVERYONE can help.
*The garden areas need to be cleaned up and prepped for the winter season.
* We need to do a few plots at a time, not all at once.
* It is time to work the soil and add peat moss and decomposing leaves.
*Those able or interested in helping are urged to contact Faith H. or meet at the garden sites at a prearranged date.
*Bags of leaves are needed as are volunteer workers and garden “owners”.
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Class of 2024
Ginia Wood, Fellowship and Mission
John Denton, Building and Grounds
Class of 2025
Greg Burlison, Personnel
John Sevier, Director of Music
Class of 2026
Theresa Denton, Worship and Polity & Procedure
Jan Russell