The Fifth Sunday of Easter

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1 10:30am Holy Eucharist April 29, 2018 The Fifth Sunday of Easter The Reverend Jennifer A. Reddall, Celebrant Hearing assistance devices are available. Please ask an usher if you would like one. At the Gathering of the People The prelude calls the congregation to prepare for the service in quiet and prayer. Prelude Praeludium in g, BuxWV 149 Dieterich Buxtehude ( ) Choral Introit Alleluia for Easter William Beckstrand (b. 1963) Alleluia! Christ being raised from the dead will die no more. Alleluia! Death has no more dominion over him. Alleluia! I am the way, the truth, and the life, says the Lord. Alleluia! All who are able, please stand and join in singing: Hymn 576 God is love, and where true love is Mandatum Opening Acclamation The Book of Common Prayer (BCP), page 355 Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen. People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia. Collect for Purity Celebrant Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. Glory to God S 278 William Mathias ( )

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3 Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. All Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. All are seated. The Word of God First Reading Acts 8:26 40 Stacey Gutman An angel of the Lord said to Philip, Get up and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza. (This is a wilderness road.) So he got up and went. Now there was an Ethiopian eunuch, a court official of the Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, in charge of her entire treasury. He had come to Jerusalem to worship and was returning home; seated in his chariot, he was reading the prophet Isaiah. Then the Spirit said to Philip, Go over to this chariot and join it. So Philip ran up to it and heard him reading the prophet Isaiah. He asked, Do you understand what you are reading? He replied, How can I, unless someone guides me? And he invited Philip to get in and sit beside him. Now the passage of the scripture that he was reading was this: Like a sheep he was led to the slaughter, and like a lamb silent before its shearer, so he does not open his mouth. In his humiliation justice was denied him. Who can describe his generation? For his life is taken away from the earth. The eunuch asked Philip, About whom, may I ask you, does the prophet say this, about himself or about someone else? Then Philip began to speak, and starting with this scripture, he proclaimed to him the good news about Jesus. As they were going along the road, they came to some water; and the eunuch said, Look, here is water! What is to prevent me from being baptized? He commanded the chariot to stop, and both of them, Philip and the eunuch, went down into the water, and Philip baptized him. When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord snatched Philip away; the eunuch saw him no more, and went on his way rejoicing. But 3

4 Philip found himself at Azotus, and as he was passing through the region, he proclaimed the good news to all the towns until he came to Caesarea. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 22:24 30 Deus, Deus meus Larry J. Long (b. 1954) The people repeat the refrain after the choir and then sing the refrain where indicated. From you comes my praise in the great assembly; * I will perform my vows in the sight of those who fear the LORD. The poor shall eat and be satisfied, * Let those who seek the LORD give praise! May your hearts live forever! REFRAIN All the ends of the earth shall remember and turn to the LORD; * all the families of nations shall bow before God. For dominion belongs to the LORD, * who rules over the nations. REFRAIN Indeed all who sleep in the earth shall bow down in worship; * all who go down to the dust, though they be dead, shall kneel before the LORD. Their descendants shall serve the LORD, * whom they shall proclaim to generations to come. They shall proclaim God s deliverance to a people yet unborn, * saying to them, The LORD has acted! REFRAIN Second Reading 1 John 4:7 21 Novia Ramsay Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love. God s love was revealed among us in this way: God sent his only Son into the world so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Beloved, since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is perfected in us. By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father has sent his Son as the Savior of the world. God abides in those who confess that Jesus is the Son of God, and they abide in God. So we have known and believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness on the day of judgment, because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first 4

5 loved us. Those who say, I love God, and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen. The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Please stand and join in singing: Sequence Hymn 487 Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life The Call Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Gospel John 15:1 8 Deacon Horace Whyte Jesus said to his disciples, I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. Alleluia Sung three times O filii et filiae Sermon The Reverend Joseph Zorawick Nicene Creed We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. 5

6 Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. Prayers of the People written by Epiphany s Youth Group Karl Ramsay Each petition ends: Leader God of resurrection and hope, People hear our prayer. There is silence for individual prayer. All Almighty and everliving God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth, hear our prayers for this parish family. Strengthen the faithful, arouse the careless, and restore the penitent. Grant us all things necessary for our common life, and bring us all to be of one heart and mind within your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The ministers and people may greet one other in the name of the Lord, then all are seated. 6

7 The Holy Communion Offertory Anthem Mein gläubiges Herze J. S. Bach ( ) Mein gläubiges Herze, Frohlocke, sing, scherze, Dein Jesus ist da! Weg Jammer, weg Klagen, Ich will euch nur sagen: Mein Jesus ist nah. My faithful heart, rejoice, sing, be merry, my Jesus is there! Away with sorrow, away with lamentation I shall just say to you: your Jesus is near. Please stand and join in singing: Presentation Hymn 618 Ye watchers and ye holy ones stanza 4 Lasst uns erfreuen Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer D 7

8 Celebrant It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before time and for ever. Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to rejoice in the splendor of your radiance. Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence, they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing: Sanctus S 125 A Community Mass Richard Proulx ( ) The people may remain standing or kneel. Celebrant We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your own image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation. Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death; and, rising from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new. 8

9 And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all. When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them he took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me. Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ s death and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you. All We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God. Celebrant Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ. Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your Name. Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace. Remember all who minister in your Church. Remember all your people and all who seek your truth. Remember all who have died in the peace of Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone; bring them into the place of eternal joy and light. And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, with and all the saints who have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. AMEN. Celebrant And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, All Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 9

10 Breaking of the Bread S 155 Alleluia. Christ our Passover Gerald Near (b. 1942) The Celebrant breaks the bread, and a period of silence may be kept. Then all sing: Invitation to Communion Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving. At the Communion All baptized persons are welcome to receive, including children at the discretion of their parents. Children are always welcome, and parents should indicate whether a small child receives communion or a blessing. Please receive the wafer of bread in your open and outstretched hands. Take hold of the chalice firmly and guide it to your lips. If you prefer to receive by intinction, please dip the wafer in the wine, or offer the wafer to the Chalice Bearer, who will dip it in the wine for you. If you find the steps to the Altar Rail are difficult, remain at the bottom of the steps and clergy will bring communion to you. Communion Anthem I sat down under his shadow Edward C. Bairstow ( ) I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste. He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love. Song of Solomon 2:3 4 Sending Forth of Lay Eucharistic Visitors to Memorial Sloan Kettering, New York Presbyterian, and the homebound All Janet Boe, Louise Bozorth, Helen Goodkin, Marsha Harper, and Cynthia Rockland, in the name of this congregation, we send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that those to whom you go may share with us in the communion of Christ s body and blood. We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup. Amen. 10

11 Post Communion Prayer Celebrant Let us pray. People Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen. Blessing Announcements Hymn 296 We know that Christ is raised and dies no more Engelberg Dismissal People Postlude Christ lag in Todesbanden, BWV 625 J. S. Bach ( ) 11

12 Serving at the 10:30am Service Today Next Week Novia Ramsay Altar Guild Cynthia Rockland Karl Ramsay Crucifer John Oudens Acolytes Hana Altomonte Allison Errico Stacey Gutman Novia Ramsay Readers Gregg Swain Sarah Krell Karl Ramsay Intercessor Dawn Miller Chalice Bearer Deborah Wilburn Frank Temple Ushers Woody Swain Frank Temple Sarah Krell Sunday School Epiphany Choir Larry Long Music Epiphany Choir Larry Long Copyright Acknowledgements Reprinted under OneLicense.net A : Glory to God in the highest, music by William Mathias ( ) Oxford University Press O friends, in gladness let us sing, stanza 6 of Hymnal 1982 no. 618, Ye watchers and ye holy ones, text copyright Oxford University Press. S 125 Sanctus, music from A Community Mass by Richard Proulx ( ). Copyright 1971, 1977, G.I.A. Publications, Inc. S 155 Fraction anthem: Alleluia. Christ our passover, music by Gerald Near, copyright 1985 by Aureole Editions, Dallas, Texas Serving at 5:00pm Choral Evensong Today Crucifer Pamela Byrd Readers Janette Gautier Kathryn Dunham Ushers Chris Abelt Gib Dunham

13 The Fifth Sunday of Easter April 29, 2018 Welcome to the Church of the Epiphany If you are new to Epiphany, welcome! If you would like to stay connected, please fill out a welcome card and place it in the offering plate, or give it to an usher or clergyperson. We hope you leave inspired and refreshed and that you return soon. Please stay for coffee hour at the rear of the church following the service, and look for a welcomer wearing a purple and blue nametag if you have any questions or just want to see a friendly face! Sunday School for children ages 3-10 begins at 10:30 am downstairs in the purple classroom. They return to join the service after the offering. Children of any age are welcome at worship. Feel free to sit near the front of the church, left of the center aisle, so they can see and follow what is going on. Crayons and a paper based on the scripture for today are available from an usher. If your child becomes restless, we also have a quiet area in the rear of the nave with a sofa and soft toys. Please feel free to go there where you may supervise their quiet play and continue to participate in the service. If you have toddlers with you, childcare is provided for children under age three on Sundays from 9:30 am to 12 noon in the nursery downstairs in the green room. Choral Evensong Today April 29 5:00 pm Prelude music begins at 4:45 Don t miss the final Choral Evensong of the season on Sunday, April 29 at 5:00 pm. Join us for beautiful music from Epiphany s Evensong Choir! This quiet, contemplative service will include music by Thomas Weelkes (1576?-1623), Robert W. Lehman (b. 1960), William H. Harris ( ), C. Hubert H. Parry ( ), and others. Eve, Adam, and the Garden: The Creation Stories Through a Feminist Lens with Helen Goodkin Sunday May 6 12:00 Noon Misunderstandings of the Genesis Creation stories have affected how women have been treated over the centuries and how humanity has viewed its relatioship with the earth. But, a careful reading of the two stories reveals something quite different than the perceived wisdom. What is the relationship between Eve and Adam really meant to be? And what does it mean for humanity to have dominion over our natural environment? Join Helen Goodkin as she unpacks Genesis 1, 2, and 3, using slides from the history of art as illustration. Youth Group Today April 29 12:00 pm Epiphany s Youth Group meets again today at 12:00 pm. It is open to all tweens between the ages of If you know of tweens in the area that might be interested, please let them know! It you re interested in your child participating, please contact the Rev. Jennifer Reddall at reddall@epiphanynyc.org. Give thanks for Anne Auchincloss! May 6, after the 10:30 service Ordained to the diaconate in 2002 by Bishop Mark Sisk, Deacon Anne Auchincloss is retiring from active ministry. Anne has served at Epiphany since 2010, and has been the face of the Gospel in myriad ways: principally as a chaplain at New York Presbyterian, particularly in the Payne-Whitney psychiatric facility, where she brought worship and the sacrament behind locked doors; but also more recently with Raising my Voice-Kin; and throughout her time here as a compassionate and faithful deacon in liturgical and pastoral roles. Anne will be returning to Epiphany for a festive coffee hour in her honor after the 10:30am service on May 6. Please join us in giving thanks for the blessing of Anne s presence among us for so many years, and wishing her well in new endeavors. Welcoming all, we are building a dedicated Christian community that seeks to know God and to serve others York Avenue at East 74th St. New York, NY info@epiphanynyc.org epiphanynyc.org

14 Sun 29 Mon 30 Wed 2 Thurs 3 Fri 4 Sun 6 Next Week at Epiphany The Fifth Sunday of Easter 8:30 am Holy Eucharist (Rite I) Chapel 9:30 am Epiphany Choir Rehearsal Nave 9:45 am Children s Choir Rehearsal Nave 10:30 am Holy Eucharist with Music Nave 12:00 pm Youth Group Purple Rm 12:00 pm Epiphany Under the Stars Planning Meeting 3:15 pm Evensong Choir Rehearsal Nave Garden Rm 4:00 pm ACOA Parish Hall 5:00 pm Choral Evensong Nave Sarah Josepha Buell Hale, Editor and Prophetic Witness, :15 pm AA Meditation Meeting Parish Hall Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria, 373 7:00 pm Homeless Dinner Program Parish Hall 4:00 pm Cherub Choir Rehearsal Chapel 4:45 pm Children s Choir Rehearsal Chapel 6:45 pm Epiphany Choir Rehearsal Chapel Monnica, Mother of Augustine of Hippo, 387 6:30 pm Breaking Through AA Parish Hall The Sixth Sunday of Easter 8:30 am Holy Eucharist (Rite I) Chapel 9:30 am Epiphany Choir Rehearsal Nave 10:30 am Holy Eucharist with Music Nave 12:00 pm Celebrating Deacon Anne during Hospitality 12:00 pm Eve, Adam, and the Garden: The Creation Stories Through a Feminist Lens Nave Chapel 4:00 pm ACOA Parish Hall 5:00 pm Evening Eucharist Nave Altar flowers are given by Larry Long and Larry Johnson in memory of Ada Long. Hospitality this week is provided by Woody & Gregg Swain Sundays at Epiphany 8:30 am Holy Eucharist (Rite I) Chapel 9:30 am Childcare available until 12:00 pm 10:30 am Sunday School for ages :30 am Holy Eucharist with Music Nave 5:00 pm Evening Eucharist Chapel Guest Preacher Megan Miller on May 6 Epiphany s Megan Miller was just made a Postulant for ordination to the priesthood by the Diocese of New York. She has also taken a job as a full time Youth Minister at Christ Church, Winnetka, IL, and will be leaving us this summer. Congratulations, Megan and we will miss you! But first we get to hear her share the Good News with us from our pulpit. A Liturgy of Lamentations Commemorating the presence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Cathedral of St John the Divine May 17 7:00pm Cathedral of St. John the Divine This special liturgy is part of the diocesan Year of Lamentation, the first stage of a three-year period of study, observation, and work toward understanding and addressing the diocese s past role in the slavery era and the ongoing injustice associated with it today. This date marks 58 since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. preached his sermon, The Death of Evil upon the Seashore at the Cathedral.. Performers include: Paul Winter and speakers include the Very Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas (Dean of Episcopal Divinity School at Union Theological Seminary) The Rt. Rev. Andrew ML Dietsche (Bishop of New York); and Richard Jenkins (a formerly enslaved 18th Century Episcopalian played by actor Brockton Pierce). Financial Inclusion and the Episcopal Credit Union of New York Sunday May 20 12:00 noon Did you know that about 20% of New Yorkers don t have a bank account? And that banking access is nearly impossible for those who are poor or those without proper identification? The Rev. Jennifer Reddall and Paul Sheehan are part of the Organizing Committee working on chartering a credit union for the Diocese of New York, which will help us address this injustice in a big way. Learn more about the racial and economic consequences of financial exclusion, and how you can be part of helping at today s discussion. Connect with us online at epiphanynyc.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/epiphanynyc

15 20s/30s/40s Brunch Sunday May 13 and Every Second Sunday Second Sunday Social Seekers is a group of (approximately) 20/30/40 year-old spiritual seekers at Epiphany that socialize after the 10:30am service on the second Sunday of every month. Please join us for our next gathering on May 13th, when we ll be going to brunch together nearby. If you have any questions, Megan Miller at meganpmiller@gmail.com. Otherwise, just find Megan Miller, Caroline Angell, or Jason Rios at the back of the sanctuary on May 13 at the conclusion of the 10:30am worship service. Support Epiphany s Homeless Dinner Program Gala May 20 12:00 noon Epiphany needs YOU! Planning is in full swing for the 2018 Epiphany Under the Stars gala, which benefits our weekly homeless dinner program on Wednesday nights. If you are interested in volunteering your time and/or efforts to help raise money for this important program, please attend our volunteer meeting on Sunday, May 20 at 12pm after service. Please contact Kirsten Plonner at or kirsten.plonner@gmail.com. Wear Red for Pentecost on May 20! The color red symbolizes the tongues of fire (the Holy Spirit) that descended on the Apostles at Pentecost. Wear red to help us celebrate on May 20! We ll also be celebrating baptisms. Memorial Day BBQ Sunday May 27 Join us for fellowship and food at our Memorial Day BBQ, in the garden right after the 10:30 service. Under the Stars You re invited! Please join us on Friday, May 18th at 6:30pm for the Epiphany Under the Stars dinner gala -- which raises money for our Wednesday evening dinner program that is responsible for feeding hundreds of homeless New Yorkers each month. In addition to providing a hot meal, the program also offers other forms of guidance and aid to help them. To buy tickets and/or donate, visit epiphanyunderthestars Please contact Kirsten Plonner at or kirsten.plonner@gmail.com with any questions. What: Epiphany Under the Stars When: Friday, May 18th at 6:30pm Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1393 York Ave at East 74th St. Why: Join us to raise money for our Wednesday night dinner program, which is responsible for feeding hundreds of homeless New Yorkers each month

16 Large-print bulletins are available from an usher. Just ask! Prayer List We pray for those added to our prayer list this week: BJ and Diane. We continue to pray for: Deborah, John, Sandra, Harold, Logan, Leah, Lois, Alison, Mateo, Andrew, Gail, Jane and Gregory, Denise, Juan, Epifania, Karen, Genny, Anne, Claudia, Dorothy, Robert, Genny, Ian, Linda, Patricia, Chloe, Henrick, Kitty, Angela, Kathi, Jack, Jim, Roberta, Stephen, Robert, Victor, Marcy, Robin, Linda, Lisa, Aria, Ellen, Daniel, Joan, Colleen, Vidal, Tina, Bill, Luke, Dick, Mary, Lolly, Cathie, Carolyn, Annette, Frank, Roberta, Lynn, Ryan, Spencer, Ellen, Lorol, Maryann, Rosemary, Hilda, Fran, the Williams family, Ann, Joan, Marion and the Hedges family, Ken, Bob, Margaret, Brenda, Janet, Marion, Kevin, Kathryn, Ethan, Carol, Dawn, Bonnie, and Sophia. We pray for those celebrating birthdays this week: Miles Altomonte and Nora Cloud. We pray for those who have died, for their families, and for all who mourn. Let us know... we can help! Having surgery or in the hospital? Divorce? A personal emergency? Or just need someone to talk to? Let us know when you have a scheduled surgery, or a personal or medical emergency. We will pray for you, provide counseling, accompany you to court, visit you in the hospital, and otherwise minister in any way we can. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you find yourself in any of these situations. Our Rector, our Deacons, and our lay ministers are all ready and willing to help and serve. If you would like to receive Holy Communion at home or in the hospital... Epiphany s Lay Eucharistic Visitors minister by bringing the sacrament of Holy Communion to those who are not able to be physically present in church. The church office or any of Epiphany s clergy can help you schedule a visit. For any of these kinds of assistance, call the church office at , or reddall@epiphanynyc.org. Epiphany Clergy & Staff Rector The Rev. Jennifer A. Reddall ext. 22 (c) Priest Associates The Rev. Joseph M. Zorawick (h) The Rev. Dr. Jonathan Linman Deacons Deacon Horace Whyte Deacon Anne Auchincloss Rector Emeritus The Rev. Canon Andrew J.W. Mullins Rector Emeritus The Very Rev. Ernest A. Hunt, III Organist & Choirmaster Larry J. Long ext. 24 Parish Administrator Benjamin Van Dyne ext. 11 Receptionist Precious Bradby ext. 10 Interim Business Manager Bruce Sternemann ext. 23 Sextons Joe Arzaga Arthur Lesane Cyril Donovan Fahmida Begum Cook Cindy Thomas Director, Day School Jackie Klein ext. 25 Sunday School Director Marilyn Castillo Vestry Wardens Kathryn Dunham Heather Schaefer Caroline Angell Ikoa Jeschke Lopez Woody Swain Carron Donohue Eddie Kwan Edings Thibault John Kingston Eric Olson Christian Vanderbrouk Jason Rios Task Force & Program Chairs Altar Guild Novia Ramsay Arts & Spiritual Direction Carron Donahue Budget Robert Aylward Building & Grounds Chris Abelt Day School Committee Jessica Zellner Epiphany Under the Stars Kirsten Plonner New Consecration Sunday Christian Vanderbrouk & Vivian Vulpone Parish Nurses Fay Morris Marketing & Communications Woody Swain & Chris Abelt Lay Eucharistic Visitors Cynthia Rockland Racket Caroline Angell & Margo Siebert Readers & Greeters Fay Morris Wednesday Dinner Program Janette Gautier Worship & Music Scott Noggle & Woody Swain St. Margaret s Episcopal Church The Rev. Theodora Brooks, Vicar 940 East 156th St Bronx, NY Sister Parishes The Epiphany Church in Quatar The Rev. Paul Davies PO Box 3210, Doha, Quatar All Hallows By the Tower The Rev. Bertrand Olivier, Vicar Byward Street London, EC3R 5BJ