Café open from 11am til 1pm Homemade Soup Lunch

Episcopal Church of the Epiphany 1101 Sunset Drive P. O. Box 116 Guntersville, AL 35976 256-582-4897

November 2013

Editor: Rusty Ogden

VINTAGE JEWELRY & PURSES

Personalized ornaments

Frozen Soups

8am - 2pm

To volunteer to bring baked goods, jewelry, or to

work at the bazaar, call Rusty Ogden at 582-4897

EpiphanyGuntersville.org

You may pre-order Chicken Noodle or

Santé Fe Soup for $8/qt. Sign up sheets are on

the bulletin board in the hallway.

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Private Vendors

plus

This coming Sunday, November 3,

we will join with congregations

around the world to celebrate All

Saints. Through the reading of names

(necrology), the lighting of candles

and the ringing of bells we will re-

member and give thanks for the life

and ministry of those connected with

our church family who have died

since last All Saints’ Day.

All Saints is an ancient Christian festival that can be traced

back to at least the eighth century, and was retained after

the Reformation in the calendar of the Anglican Church. It

falls on the first day of November each year, and typically

the festival is moved to the Sunday following. The Eve of

All Saints is known as All Hallows’ Eve, “hallowed even-

ing” or “holy evening” observed on October 31, but now

called Halloween. Today’s Halloween customs are

thought to have been influenced by folk customs and

beliefs from Celtic countries and brought to America with

the immigration of Irish and Scottish folks in the 19th

century.

Our tradition considers all members of the Body of Christ

saints. That does not mean we all live perfect lives, but

that through the claim God makes on us in baptism, by

water and the Spirit, God makes us members of the church

of Jesus Christ, saints in his ministry. Please join

Epiphany this coming Sunday as we focus on the blessing

of the saints in our midst with whom we have traveled in

faith. Be a part of the remembrance as we honor, read

names, and light candles in thanksgiving. And may we

continue to be a saint by looking for opportunities to

strengthen the ties that bind us. Those who traveled in

faith before us bless us. So do those with whom we travel

now. May our celebration of All Saints inspire us not only

to give thanks for those blessings, but also to add to them.

Grace and Peace,

Pastor Nancy+

ALL SAINTS’ DAY

You Are Invited

Sport your team colors and score a touchdown PLUS

Enjoy a wonderful evening of fun and excitement:

Epiphany’s Annual Live and Silent Auction

Church of the Epiphany

1101 Sunset Drive

Guntersville, AL 35976

Saturday, November 2, 2013

Preview 6p.m. Auction 6:30

Admission is free with no bidders fee

Complimentary Beverages & Hors d ‘oeuvres

Auction Items to include:

Pair of AL/LSU and AU/GA Football Tickets,

Signed AL and AU Footballs and other collectibles,

Gun Cabinet, Rugs, Two ‘67 Frank Nelson Framed Originals,

Kimball Baby Grand Piano, Hammond Organ & bench,

Trailer Mounted Smoker, Balloon Ride,

Vacation, Dinner, Equestrian, Photography, and Hunting Packages

Pair of Civil War Framed & Numbered Prints, Collectable Currency,

Original Hand-woven Garment by Rita Winters

AND MANY MORE ITEMS!!

Separate chance to win two more AL/LSU football tickets

John Branum, Professional Auctioneer

Master Card, Discover and Visa Accepted

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EYC United Thank Offering

November 10

It is that time again. Time to fill those blue boxes with

your coins and blessings.

Fill a box or write a check to ECW and place them in

the offering plate Sunday, November 10.

The UTO offering goes to support projects that address

compelling human needs and/or expand mission and

ministry both domestic and world-wide. Please make

any checks payable to ECW as we cannot send

personal checks to the Diocese.

Epiphany has been a strong contributor to the UTO

fund and we are proud of our participation in years

past. Look for the blue boxes and envelopes as you

come into the church. Take a minute and read the sides

of the boxes and receive the blessing there for you.

EYC Sponsoring

Christmas Coalition Family

The EYC will be sponsoring six children thru Marshall

County Christmas Coalition. We will gladly welcome

donations toward this effort. You may purchase a raffle

ticket for a homemade quilt or stop by Shelly's office to

ask about a specific item you may donate for one of the

children.

The youth are given the wish lists of the children, a set

amount of money to spend on each child and about an

hour to shop. It is a great experience for our youth to learn

about giving and working within the parameters of a

budget.

Thank you for your support of our youth as they show

God's love to others in our community.

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CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

This year’s Christmas Pageant is December 22 at the

10:30am service. If your child would like to be in the

pageant, please sign up on the bulletin board outside the

nave. We would like to encourage the children to partici-

pate in this Epiphany Christmas tradition. We will also

need a fun loving man willing to be the donkey.

Rehearsals are scheduled for Sunday, December 15 from

noon until 2:00pm and Saturday, December 21 from

10:00am-12:00pm.

Children will need to arrive by 9:30am on Sunday,

December 22.

EYC QUILT RAFFLE

The EYC is selling tickets for a chance

to win a queen size quilt. The proceeds

will be used to sponsor six children thru

Marshall County Christmas Coalition.

The quilt is hanging on the wall at the

base of the stairs.

The drawing will be held at 1:30 p.m.

on November 23 at the Holiday Bazaar

(you do not need to be present to win). Tickets are $1 each,

6 for $5 or 25 for $20. Please make checks payable to

Epiphany EYC. You may purchase tickets in the office,

through an EYC member or from Shelly Hardin.

PARISH ELECTIONS

WERE HELD OCTOBER 27

Elected to Vestry:

Barry Jones and Linda Katz

Elected as Convention Delegates:

Susan Armstrong, Lee Jones,

Tiffany Martin, Kathy Thompson

Thank you to all who put themselves forward as a

candidate for vestry and your commitment to our

church.

Vestry for 2014

Lamar Auman

Hollis Babb

Doris Benson

Ben Booth

Guy Caffey

Rick Cooley

Sam Harrison

Barry Jones

Linda Katz

Gloria Kilner

Ray Klaver

Non-Voting Members

Interim Rector: The Rev. Dr. Nancy Turner Jones

Treasurer: Shari Harrison

Clerk: Kim Booth

FLOWER AND CANDLE

DEDICATIONS FOR 2014

The Altar Guild is taking orders for

the altar flowers and the Eucharistic

Altar candles for 2014. This is a

beautiful and thoughtful way to celebrate, honor, and

remember those in our lives who mean so much to us.

The candle and flowers signup sheets for 2014 will be

posted on the bulletin board across from the church

office. Please remember that these are done on a first

come – first serve basis. Place your order now or you

may call Marsha at 256-571-2300. If a flower date you

would like is already spoken for, look at that same date

on the candle list.

Rodney’s Flower Shop bills for the Sunday altar

flowers to each individual.

The candle dedications are $10.00 per date and are

payable to the church. We appreciate your payment

before dedication date so the church’s records and your

year-end statement are correct. This helps our office

mark your donation(s) properly and promptly. Please

make your check payable to Epiphany and note that it

is for candles and for what date.

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Poinsettias for Christmas 2013

The Altar Guild is currently taking

dedications for red Poinsettias. We

will need 50 to decorate the church

for Christmas. Each poinsettia plant

is $15.00.

Dedication forms are on the counter in the church of-

fice. This dedication is a beautiful way to honor those

people who are special in our lives and to celebrate the

birth of a baby born so long ago in a

stable and under a starry sky.

We appreciate your payment when you sign up or no

later than December 26th, so it can be processed for

year-end.

If you have any questions please see Marsha Babb or

call her at 256-571-2300.

Thank you.

Outreach

Committee

Thanksgiving Ingathering

The Outreach Committee will sponsor their annual

Thanksgiving Ingathering of food and personal

items. Brown paper bags, with suggested items

needed, will be distributed on Sunday, November

17 to be turned in on Sunday, November 24.

All items will be divided between Ogden House,

Mountain Lakes Behavioral Center and the

Salvation Army for them to distribute.

EPIPHYANY EATS OUT

We have reserved the back room at the

Bridge Café on Friday, November 21 at

6:00 p.m.

The Bridge has Brazilian steaks, seafood

and more.

Come join us!

Green Initiative

Ministry

REMEMBER, STYROFOAM IS PLASTIC

AND RECYCLABLE!

At breakfast we are using Styrofoam cups and paper

plates. The liquid from the cups should be emptied

into the bucket before depositing in recycle contain-

ers and plates should be somewhat clean, otherwise

put into the trash.

I appreciate everyone's cooperation in attaining this

goal to go green! Handouts are available in Sander-

son Hall with additional information.

I know change is difficult, but we will continue

protecting God's creation with God's help and your

awareness.

Thank you from your Green Initiative Team

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Join us November 16th at 9:00 a.m.

for a morning of relaxation and

contemplation as we discover

Traditional Eastern medicinal theo-

ries about our connection to the Met-

al, one of the five Elements, and the

season of Autumn. This season is connected to the

Respiratory System and Lower Digestive System.

Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils for balancing these

systems will be shared as well as mindful breathing

techniques and gentle yoga stretches. Mats and

blankets will be available for those without their

own. Wear clothes that are comfortable to move

in. Light refreshments will be served.

Call the office 256-582-4897 to sign up.

Remove the extra calories out of cooking and eating

during the holidays:

Before you walk out to the holiday party or get

together, eat a light, healthy snack. Fresh fruit,

veggies and hummus, broth-based soups, or low fat

yogurt are all good.

To reduce the amount of fat and calories in a dish,

modify the recipe. For example, when making lasa-

gna, use part-skim ricotta cheese instead of whole-

milk ricotta cheese. Substitute vegetables, such as

carrots and spinach for some of the ground meat in

lasagna.

Don’t be afraid to bring your own dish to the party to

share. This not only gives you a healthy option, but it

also gives you a chance to introduce other family

members to a healthier style of cooking and eating.

Do you enjoy leftovers? This year, try the leftover

salad! Ditch the bread and mayonnaise, and add your

leftovers to a bed of greens with a low-fat dressing.

Rethink your drink:

Choose water, diet, or low-calorie beverages instead

of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda pop or

juice.

To quench your thirst easily, simply carry a water

bottle and refill it throughout the day. If you’re one

of those people who thinks water is boring or plain,

squeeze some lemon or lime juice into it for a fresh

kick!

Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages. They can

have many calories, especially heavy holiday favor-

ites like

eggnog.

Get active, healthy, and happy:

Support a loved one in their fitness plan, and vice ver-

sa! This person can serve as a motivator when you

don’t feel like getting up, and as a support person

when you don’t feel like you can keep going.

Maintain your physical activity during the holi-

days—better yet, try and get more active! It will

make those New Year’s resolutions even easier

to attain. To keep your mind focused on physical

activity goals, sign up for an upcoming 5K walk

or run.

Instead of simply celebrating by eating, find fun,

creative ways your friends and family can spend

time being active. During times you are spend-

ing time together around a meal, you can still

find ways to incorporate activity!

Keep those resolutions all year long: In many ways, wetting the goal is the easiest part.

We can all come up with things we’d like to change

or improve. The reality, though, is that it’s easy for

these new expectations to become relatively over-

whelming. Do your best to set realistic goals for

yourself in the new year.

Healthy Thoughts: Healthful Holidays

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do,

do it all for the glory of God.”

(1Corinthians 10:31)

As a new year approaches, keep in mind that the start of a new year often means the start of new habits.

New habits, whether that means eating a healthier diet or participating in regular physical activity, can

easily be achieved by making some of the following simple, conscious decisions.

Jessica Raines Yoga Class

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DON’T FORGET TO PICK UP

YOUR SERVING PLATES

THAT YOU BROUGHT

TO THE LIVE AUCTION

Each year the Brotherhood of Saint Andrew,

with the assistance of the Hospitality Committee

assist the First Methodist Church for the city-wide

Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day. Follow-

ing the evening Thanksgiving service on November

27, we will prep the food to be cooked and delivered

Thursday morning, to the Methodist Church.

Thanks!

Maggie Muegge

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This is a reminder that Epiphany

has a Morning Prayer service every

Tuesday and Thursday morning at

9 a.m. in Saint Mary’s Chapel. It's

a wonderful opportunity to start

your day with prayer and to hear

the Scriptures out of the Episcopal

Lectionary assigned to the day.

Also, if a sufficient number of parishioners agree on a time that is

more convenient for them, an additional Morning Prayer service can

be arranged for them. Just email Jim Coleman at

jcole724@gmail.com to suggest a day and/or time.

There will be a Thanksgiving Service November 27

at 6:00 p.m. Afterwards we will enjoy pumpkin pie.

Corrections to Pictorial Directory Jim and Regina Coleman 256-640-0248.

Tiffany Martin 256-673-0091

Ginny and Ernie Moore’s address is 128 Browns

Creek Road, not 134.

Kathy Nelson 256-486-3090

Set your clocks back one

hour on November 2 at 2:00

The Epiphany family extends its most heartfelt

sympathy, love, prayers and support to Nancy

McAllister and the Zygmont family in the loss of

Nancy’s nephew, Jonathan Zygmont.

We are saddened by the loss of one of our

members, Alton "“Brother" Elliott on October

6. The Epiphany family extends its most heart-

felt sympathy, love, prayers and support to his

family.

Rest eternal grant to them, O Lord

And let light perpetual shine upon them

My dear parish family,

As many of you know, in the last few months I have experienced the sudden death of my mother and of my closest and dearest friend, Brother Elliott, as well as several other significant losses. Added with this, the stress of the sudden transi-tion situation at work.

Thanks to my dear friend, Doris Benson, who recognized the emotional state I was trying to deal with, and to the Vestry, I was given time off. I am grateful and feel blessed for the time given to me for solitude, rest, reflection on my losses, and to regain some emotional energy.

I wish to thank Rusty, Shelly, and especially Shari Harrison, and all the volunteers who helped carry the extra work while I was off. I appreciate your concern and prayers offered and look forward to seeing you around the office.

Faithfully, Martha

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Woodall Commons

With all that is happening around here lately we have decided to have the official grand opening of the youth area in Woodall Commons

when the Bishop comes in January.

This will prevent us being so rushed in completing the upstairs portion of the building for Sunday, November 3. We do have the

painting virtually finished; the lighting has been delivered and will be installed either late this week or next. As soon as we get the floor

colors selected we can move forward with the tile and plumbing along with the cabinets.

Stop by and take a look, it is shaping up.

Hollis Babb

Property Warden

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CODE: BSA—Brotherhood of St. Andrew; CP—Centering Prayer; DOK—Daughters of the King;

DG—Dream Group; HC—Holy Communion; HE—Holy Eucharist; SS—Sunday School; Birthdays

November 2013

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 Live Auction

Set clocks back one hour for

DST

3 HE 8 & 10:30

SS 9:30am CC 10:30am

EYC 5pm Taizé Service

5pm

4 Book Study Group

10:30am EfM 6pm

Spencer Panazze

5 Morning Prayer

9am Hospitality

6:30pm

Hollye Duncan

6 CP 9:45am Noon Day

Prayer 11:30am Worship 5:30pm

Dinner 6pm Programs & Choir

6:30pm

Sue Ann Harwell Debi Houston

7 Morning Prayer

9am DG 12pm

Discernment 6:30pm

Terry Camper

8 9 Brotherhood 8am

Altar Guild workday 9am

10 UTO Ingathering HE 8 & 10:30

SS 9:30am Outreach 9:30am

CC 10:30am EYC 5pm

Ultreya 5:30pm

Dottie Mosley John Pate

11 Book Study Group

10:30am DOK 11:30am

EfM 6pm Veterans Day

12 Morning Prayer

9am Ministry Council meeting 6:30pm

J. R. Foster

13 CP 9:45am

HE & Healing 11:30am

Worship 5:30pm Dinner 6pm

Programs & Choir 6:30pm

14 Morning Prayer

9am DG 12pm

Discernment 6:30pm

Maggie Muegge

15

Ron Holt Brian Keck

16 Yoga Class

9:30am

Kim Adams Will Smith

17 HE 8 & 10:30

SS 9:30am CC 10:30am

EYC 5pm Celtic Service

5pm

18 Book Study Group

10:30am EfM 6pm

19 Morning Prayer

9am Vestry meeting

7pm

Bella Adams

20 CP 9:45am

HE & Healing 11:30am

Worship 5:30pm Dinner 6pm

Programs & Choir 6:30pm

21 Morning Prayer

9am DG 12pm

Discernment 6:30pm

Donna Burrows Tony Clines

Catherine Reed

22

Brian Marr Ernie Moore

Kenny Shifflett

23 Holiday Bazaar

8am—2pm

24 Stewardship

Sunday Thanksgiving Ingathering

HE 8 & 10:30 SS 9:30am

CC 10:30am EYC 5pm

25 Book Study Group

10:30am DOK 11:30am

EfM 6pm

Francis Ruddy Jan Sanderson

26 Morning Prayer

9am

27 CP 9:45am

Thanksgiving Service 6pm

Prepare Vegetables

7:30pm

28

29 30 Altar Guild

Setting up for Advent

Jeanne Nelson

Vestry Person for

November

Ben Booth 256-572-1473

December January

01—1st Sunday of Advent, Year A 05—Confirmation and Bishop’s Visit

22—Christmas Pageant 20—Martin Luther King Day—Office Closed

23—Schools start Christmas Vacation February

24—Christmas Services 20—Diocesan Convention

25—Nativity of Our Lord 28—Vestry Retreat

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