Rome and the Reformation Next Spring – Epiphany News March 20 – 29
Sometimes church fundraising efforts have unintended consequences. Pope Leo X’s plan to finance the construction of St. Peter’s Basilica by selling indulgences in Central Germany so enraged an obscure Augustinian monk named Martin Luther that he nailed 95 theses to a church door in Wittenberg — and started the Protestant Reformation. Next spring, Epiphany will […]
Death and Resurrection – Epiphany News March 13 – 22
We are just two weeks out from our Spring retreat at Epiphany. This year, we are welcoming back Drs. Joel and Karen Scandrett who will be leading us in a conversation about what it means to die well. I asked the Scandretts to write a brief description of what their retreat will be about. This […]
In Time of War – Epiphany News March 6 – 15
I have felt a bit of déjà vu the last few days. The war in Iran brings back memories for me of the early 2000s. It is difficult to see the grainy video from weapons systems and pictures of smoke columns rising over desert landscapes without thinking of past wars in the Middle East. For […]
A Map for Epiphany’s Ministries – Epiphany News February 27 – March 8
Finding your way around the many activities, groups and resources of our church can be a bit daunting. As a case in point, I have said for years that we have around 30 different ministry and governance groups at our church. It turns out I was incorrect; there are 40 of them.
“Dying Well” Congregational Retreat March 21 – 22
As Lent begins, we are reminded that “we are dust and to dust we shall return.” That is, we are reminded that we are mortal. We are reminded that we die. But how should we prepare for our own deaths? This is a question that occupied Christians in the past but is difficult for us […]
Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday at Epiphany
Join us for Ash Wednesday at noon and 7:00pm, February 18. Begin your Lenten discipline by remembering that we are mortal and dependent on God. Ashes on our foreheads remind us that one day we will meet our Creator face to face. Come join your Epiphany family for a joyful evening of fellowship on Tuesday, […]
Discipleship Hour and Service Changes Going Forward
Thank you to everyone who took the time to fill out the brief survey last week regarding the Sunday morning changes we have been trialing during the season of Epiphany. The vestry considered the feedback you provided, alongside participation and attendance data on February 10.
What Happens Now: Help Vestry Evaluate Discipleship Hour
As the Season of Epiphany comes to an end, the vestry will be evaluating the trial changes to worship times, locations, and musician practice schedules at our February 10 meeting. You can help by filling out a brief survey (five questions).
Welcoming Bishop Chris this Sunday – Epiphany News January 30 – February 8
Our bishop, the Rt. Rev. Chris Warner, will be making his annual visit to Epiphany this coming Saturday and Sunday (January 31 – February 1). On Sunday, he will be receiving people into the Anglican Church at the 8:15 and 10:30am services. Between the services, Bishiop Chris will be leading an all-church Discipleship Hour at […]
UPDATED LINK: Epiphany Online Sunday Worship for January 25
We had a technical issue that required us to use a new link for our online worship service tomorrow. Please use this link NOT THE ONE IN FRIDAY’S EMAIL as we virtually gather for worship.