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EPIPHANY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

The Examiner The Newsletter of Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church

November 2011

OFFICIAL NOTICE OUR OF ANNUAL MEETING

Sunday, November 14

The Annual meeting of the congregation of Epiphany Lutheran Church will be held on

Sunday, November 13, with a congregational lunch immediately after the conclusion of the

11:00 service.

Please note that childcare will be available during the meeting.

The agenda includes:

1. Election of Congregational Council members.

2. Adoption of a 2012 operating budget. Copies of Council’s Proposed 2012 Budget will be

available in the Narthex beginning Sunday, November 6, 2011.

3. In addition, the Finance Team will host an informal question and answer session on the proposed budget on

Sunday, November 6, 2011 from 9:45 —10:45am in the Chapel.

November 6, All Saints Sunday – Those We Remember

Myra Price (Pastor Chris’ mother) Kathleen Miller

Carolyn Winn Betty Sill

T.K. Leary Clyde Thompson

Geraldine Smith Crystal Richardson

Mark Frese

On November 6th we will “Fall Back” by turning our clocks back one hour! Mark your

calendars on Saturday, November 5th to turn the clocks back one hour before bedtime.

Thanksgiving Day—Service of Thanksgiving

Join us on Thursday, November 24, at 10 am, in the Chapel as we give thanks for

the many blessings in our lives.

Devotions for Thanksgiving will be available in the Commons the middle of

November for use in your homes as we give thanks to God.

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Council Corner

The Annual Congregational Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, November 13.

Lunch will be provided, following the 11:00 service, with the meeting beginning

immediately after lunch. Your presence and support are extremely important to this

congregation. Please plan to attend. We should never assume that our one vote

doesn't matter.

At this meeting, we will vote on the budget for the year 2012. I encourage you to

think about your vision of how Epiphany can serve in spreading the Gospel to our

neighbors, strengthen us in our relationship with Christ, and demonstrate God's

love through Christ in our families, our congregation, and beyond the doors of our

church. Where do you fit in that vision? When we dedicate our selves, our time,

our gifts, and our love to Him, He will provide for us to accomplish His will.

The Nominating Committee is working to find candidates to serve 3 year terms on Church Council. Please

prayerfully consider serving if you are called. God has given each one of us a unique gift that is needed to

further the work of His Kingdom, and your gift may be just the one needed at this time.

May God bless us all as we work together to serve Him.

Caroline Wake

Congregation President

―Through the Church the Song Goes On‖

Please remember that Epiphany serves as the host site for the Associa-

tion of Lutheran Church Musicians (ALCM) hymn festival celebrating

ALCM’s 25th anniversary year. ALCM is engaged in the work of em-

powering people to join the song of the Church. "Through the Church

the Song Goes On" on November 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the nave. The fes-

tival features much participation from the congregation in each of the

hymns. There will be a chancel choir comprised of voices from our

choirs as well as those from Trinity Lutheran Church. Because of the

important role of the congregation in a hymn festival, we would hope

for many folks to attend.

Plan on joining us on November 13 at 7:00 p.m. If you want to be a

part of the choir, this is a great opportunity to do so with very limited rehearsal commitment. In fact, every-

thing will be put together either during the regularly scheduled rehearsal on November 9 or just before the

festival on the 13th.

ALCM’s goal is to ignite the Church with at least 25 experiences of the same Hymn Festival, to provide op-

portunity to share stories of ALCM's accomplishments, and to encourage financial support and partnership to

expand scholarship and mentoring programs for our youngest musicians. You can visit the ALCM website at

www.alcm.org for more information on ALCM. A free will offering will be collected with the proceeds to

benefit ALCM and the education of young musicians in the Church.

http://www.alcm.org


Children’s Corner

The Singing Saints, Cherub Choir and Junior Handbells will meet on November

2, 9 and 16 for rehearsal. Cherub Choir meets from 6:30 – 7:00 in room 104.

Singing Saints meet in the Music Room from 6:30 – 7:10. Junior Handbells

meet from 7:00 – 7:30 in the balcony. On November 30, Cherubs will meet at

the regular time; Singing Saints will meet from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30.

Please note that the Singing Saints have a special rehearsal on SATURDAY,

November 19 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. This will be an important rehearsal as we

are preparing for the Christmas Festival. If you have a 2nd-6th grader who is

interested in being a part of the Christmas Musical, please have them attend – even if they do not regularly

attend Singing Saints – we would love to have them join us!

The Singing Saints, the Junior Handbells and the Cherub Choir will all participate in services on November 20.

Worship Matters For Lutherans, worship matters. In fact, worship lies at the heart of how we

understand ourselves together. While some of the approaches to worship may

differ from one congregation to another, we hold certain things in common.

There is a basic pattern for worship among Lutherans. We gather. We encounter

God’s Word. We share a meal at the Lord’s table. And we are sent into the world.

But we do not think about worship so much in terms of what we do. Worship is

fundamentally about what God is doing and our response to God’s action.

Worship is an encounter with God, who saves us through the life, death and

resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Think about it like this. God’s Spirit calls us together. God speaks to us through

readings from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible, through preaching,

prayer, and song. God feeds and nourishes us in a saving way. And God blesses us and sends us in mission to

the world.

Taken together, the Word proclaimed and the sacraments -- both Holy Baptism and Holy Communion -- are

called the means of grace. We believe that Jesus Christ is present in these means through the power of the

Holy Spirit. Sometimes we describe worship as a “gathering around the means of grace.” This is a way of

saying that we trust that God is genuinely present with us in baptism, in preaching, and in sharing the bread

and wine of Holy Communion. In that sense, Lutherans believe that God’s

presence permeates all of Christian worship.

The cross is the central symbol that marks our worship spaces and when

Lutherans worship, singing fills the air. The voices of all the people joined in

song and the participation of all the people in the worship is a witness to our

conviction that in worship we are being drawn in to God’s own saving story.

---from the ELCA worship page – www.elca.org

NOTES FROM THE CHOIR LOFT KEVIN BARGER, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES

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Wednesday Evening Meals

All are welcome to join us

for food, fellowship, and

faith each Wednesday

beginning with dinner at

5:45. Choir rehearsals, Bible

Studies, and Confirmation

classes are offered.

Suggested donations for the

evening meal are $5/adult

and $3/child 12 and under.

For the latest menu, check

the church’s website at www.epiphanyelca.org

Please sign up in the Commons or email the church office

by Monday night at

churchoffice @epiphanyelca.org

Watch for sign up sheets in the Commons or contact Beth

Barger at 282-6066 to lend a hand with serving or clean up.

Chrismons Workshop

Please join us as we

prepare new

ornaments to

replace old and

tattered Christmas

tree ornaments that

hang on our

beautiful tree in the Chancel during the

Christmas season. Instructions, history of the

ornaments and fellowship are part our

meetings. Next meeting will be on Saturday,

November 12, 10am-noon in Chapel.

Friday, November 4th 9:00am – 1:00pm

Saturday, November 5th 9:00am – 4:00pm

Join Epiphany Lutheran Nursery School’s

Booster Club for our 3rd Annual Holiday

Stop & Shop in the Fellowship Hall! There

will be more than 30 vendors at the show, displaying and selling their items. The Booster Club

is raising money for special programs at the Nursery School and we are hoping the show will

highlight the excellent Nursery School Program we have!

Thank you for all your support, and we look forward to seeing you at the Stop & Shop!

The ELNS Booster Club

Poinsettia Plants

Poinsettias in honor or memory of loved ones will be used in the chancel on December 24.

To place an order, fill out the form found in the pew racks or on the display in the

Commons and turn in with check payable to Epiphany Lutheran Church, marked

Poinsettias. Each plant is $11.00. Your check should accompany your order. November

30th is the deadline for orders. Plants may be picked up following the 9:00 pm service on

December 24th or during the week when the church office is open.

http://www.epiphanyelca.org


Consecration Sunday, December 4

A Courageous Consecration Sunday!

Some of my favorite Contemporary Christian artists are Toby Mac,

Natalie Grant, the bands Casting Crowns, Third Day, and Mercy Me. I

LOVE my “Funky Jesus” music, as my kids call it! I REALLY love that

they love it too and know many of the lyrics better than I do! Casting

Crowns has a new song out now called “Courageous.” This song is so

inspiring and, at the same time, has led me to take a good long look at

how I live my life. As the lyrics remind me, God created us, as Christians, to be courageous and lead the way

for others. We were not meant to stand on the sidelines and simply watch. We are to be warriors for Him.

To be quite honest, there are many days when I feel far from courageous. The

stress of our extremely weak economy and the current state of our world often

leaves me depressed and focused on just my own little world, trying to block out

everything else. Then, out of the blue, something (OK, the Holy Spirit) will shake

up my faith again; whether it’s the lyrics of a song, a homeless person standing on

a corner asking for money, or a simple but profound question from one of my

children. I am reminded that I am one of God’s Children. He has a purpose for

me and I was made to be COURAGEOUS! I need to stop my little pity party and

step up to the plate.

As Pastor Phillip reminded us in his sermon on 10/16, WE are an offering; our

lives, our talents, our time, and yes, our money. Our currency may not have God’s

picture on it, but He does care what we do with our money (and it does STILL say

IN GOD WE TRUST). It should not be used for things that are displeasing to

Him. He does ask that we give a portion back to Him; what He first gave to us.

So what does giving back mean? It means using that money for His good. Using

His money to reach others and share His Word. Using His money to help others and thereby showing His

love.

As we approach Consecration Sunday on December 4th, the Sunday that we designate to consecrate our

financial gifts to the Lord, I think “How on earth can I squeeze any more out of my budget?” And then the

song “Courageous” once again fills my head. I am reminded that Consecration Sunday is a time to reflect on

God’s grace, love and blessings. It is a time to reflect on how richly our congregation has been blessed and

how we as individuals have been blessed by our pastors, our congregation and our church as a whole. I ask

that you please spend time in prayer and seek God’s guidance this year for your financial commitment to

Epiphany Church. I invite you to be Courageous for Christ with me!

Because the past several years have been a financial challenge for our church as a whole, as well as many

individual members of our congregation, it is especially important that we celebrate any and all commitments

as signs of the Holy Spirit’s work in our midst! The Consecration Sunday Team has been hard at work to plan

and present the events in early December that will culminate in the dedication of our gifts to God’s work.

On December 4th, we will consecrate our financial commitments during the Sunday morning worship service.

We will be blessed with a special guest preacher, Retired Rev. Bill Van O’Linda. At 5:00 PM that same

evening we will continue the celebration of our commitments with our annual catered Consecration Sunday

dinner, by Chef Rob Hamlin followed by the grand illumination of our outside lighting.

Look for additional information about these events in the near future. I look forward to celebrating another

season of God’s abundant blessings with you and the courageousness of our church!

Your Friend in Christ,

Caryn Palmgren, Epiphany Stewardship Team

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50+ FELLOWSHIP & MINISTRY

LEISURE TIME THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO DR. SEUSS

PASTOR BILL VAN O’LINDA MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2011

10:30 AM

We welcome back Pastor Bill Van O’Linda as he

shares with us gospel themes in Dr. Seuss’s stories,

Green Eggs and Ham and Oh, the Places You’ll

Go! If you have read his books or read them with

children or grandchildren, it will provide a new

look into books loved by all ages.

Meal ($5/person): Soup and Salad, Bread

Dessert: Cake

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BOOK DISCUSSION

Join us Monday, November 21 at 10:30 am as we discuss: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter

and Sweet. by Jamie Ford.

Mary Ellen Berry will lead our discussion.

We meet in the parlor for great reflections, fellowship and friendship.


Sunday School Hour: 9:45 am –10:45 am

Lutheran Basics Join us as we continue to examine understandings of our Lutheran faith. We continue to

meet in the Fellowship Hall.

What every member needs to know: Epiphany’s Household Finances Join us for a special forum on Sunday,

November 6 at 9:45 am in the Chapel, as we look at the proposed budget for 2012.

Philippians is a letter from Paul to the community of faith in Philippi. This community had supported Paul's

ministry and Paul writes from prison to reassure the community that his

ministry continues despite his situation. We will use four paradoxes as lenses to

look at Paul's letter. Join us beginning November 13 in the Chapel.

Sunday Morning Moms’ Bible Study God is in the Laundry Room: There's

more to life than daily task lists and repetitive chores. There has to be...right?

Begin to see purpose and significance wherever you are in your day. Inspired

by the words of Jeremiah 29:13, God Is in the Laundry Room is a reminder that

when we seek the Lord with our whole heart, we find Him everywhere...even in

the laundry room. This Bible study takes you beyond merely filling in the right

answers. Instead, it challenges you to dig a little deeper, explore a little further, and make personal application

of the passages to your life. We meet in Room 203 in the Education Wing beginning at 10:00 am.

Chrismons Ever wonder what type of ornaments adorn the tree in the Sanctuary? Join us beginning December

4 in Room 100 as we learn the history behind Chrismons and meaning their to us as we celebrate the birth of

Christ.

We will also have the opportunity to make Chrismons for the congregation and our home.

Weekday Opportunities Tuesday Morning Bible Study &Wednesday Evening Bible Study

Join us at 10:30 am on Tuesday mornings, in the Chapel, or 6:30 pm

Wednesday evenings in the Parlor for The Greatest Story: Jesus, as we

journey through the Gospel narratives - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John

in this exciting exploration of the life and ministry of Jesus.

Thursday morning—Mom’s Bible Study God is in the Laundry Room:

There's more to life than daily task lists and repetitive chores. There has

to be...right? Begin to see purpose and significance wherever you are in

your day. Inspired by the words of Jeremiah 29:13, God Is in the

Laundry Room is a reminder that when we seek the Lord with our whole heart, we find Him everywhere...even

in the laundry room. This Bible study takes you beyond merely filling in the right answers. Instead, it

challenges you to dig a little deeper, explore a little further, and make personal application of the passages to

your life. The nursery opens at 9:15 and the study begins promptly at 9:30.

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FAITH FORMATION FOR ADULTS


FAITH FORMATION FOR ALL AGES

November Baptism Birthdays

BIBLE 101 for Third Graders and Parents November 6 & 13

9:45 am

Room 202

After receiving their Bibles on October 30, we will hold two special

Sunday School classes for third graders and their parents to explore their

new Bibles. We will examine where the Bible comes from, the different

helps in their Bibles, and other neat facts about the Bible. We look

forward to seeing you there.

Advent Event Sunday, November 27at 9:45 am

Fellowship Hall

Everyone is invited to join us on the Sunday after Thanksgiving for our Annual

Advent Event in the Fellowship Hall. This year we will make Chrismons.

“Chrismon” is a combination of parts of two words: CHRISt and MONogram. A

Chrismon is a monogram of Christ and the ornaments that you see on the tree in our

Sanctuary each Christmas. We will each make Chrismons to place on our home

trees. We will also have candles for your Advent wreaths.

Advent devotional material will also be available. We look forward to seeing you all there.


EPIPHANY LUTHERAN NURSERY SCHOOL

Register your Martin's Bonus Card for the Martin's A+ School Rewards

Program, and help the students and staff at Epiphany Lutheran Nursery

School. Just designate ELNS as one of your preferred schools (you can select

up to 2 schools), and each time you shop at Martin's and use your Bonus

Card, Epiphany will receive points that will be turned into cash for our school

at the end of the program. ELNS plans to use the Martin's funds to purchase

additional equipment and educational items for our classrooms. To register your card, go

to www.martinsfoods.com/aplus and select Epiphany (our school's code is 05800) or call 1-888-448-4642 to

register by phone. The program runs from Oct. 9, 2011 through March 31, 2012.

Please share this information with friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and anyone else who shops at

Martin's and may want to help our school.

Parent/Teacher Conferences, “Stop-n-shop”, along with sweater

weather have kept us all busy this fall season. Our toddlers are

working on sharing and sitting in their chairs during snack time, and

have been exposed to many varieties of squash during play and snack

time. From my observations the spaghetti variety of squash appears to

be a favorite with the toddlers and twos.

Many finger plays and songs about turkeys can be heard while young students play bongo drums leading into

the season of Thanksgiving. Nursery School is quite lively during the holidays. If you don’t believe me,

come down the hall for a visit anytime.

Our older students are cooking apple pies and working on their sequencing skills as to what comes first, last,

and what happens in between. And by the way, their favorite apple is the “Granny Smith” apple.

Our four and five year old classes continue working on their pre-reading and reading skills, along with

learning about Native Americans today and in the past. We study and learn about selected customs, foods

and dress, why we have Thanksgiving, and the Pilgrim/Native American relationship back then.

All classes spend time learning about families and why we are thankful Personally, I am thankful for my

wonderful staff of teachers, the parents who send their children to our Nursery School, and especially the

beautiful little children who come in daily with smiles on their faces and laughter

in their hearts. I’m also thankful for all the volunteer “worker bees” who help our

school in so many ways.

Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving.

Kathryn Sowers

Director

NURSERY SCHOOL NEWS

http://www.martinsfoods.com/aplus


November is National Family Caregivers Month.

In addition to providing emotional and physical support, family caregivers often give

much more to those in their care. Nearly 40 percent of family caregivers reduce their

work hours or quit their jobs, plus spend an average of more than $5,500 of their own

money annually to help provide the care they give. Yet amazingly, unpaid family

caregivers provide 90 percent of the long-term care provided in the U.S. So this

November, be sure to remember and recognize the family caregivers you know. For

more details, visit www.thefamilycaregiver.org.

“I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just a I have loved you,

you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my

disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:34-35

For those times in life when filling their table will warm their hearts……Take Them a Meal! Peggy Roberts

coordinates this program at Epiphany. If you or a loved one is recovering from an illness or coming home from

the hospital and would like a little help with the meals, please contact her at 248-8291. Meals can be set up

according to your preferences and times. If you know of someone at church who could benefit from this

outreach, please encourage them to contact Peggy.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

CIRCLES MEET

The three Women’s Circles are: Margaret Miller Circle, Clara Sullivan Circle and Heidi Michelsen Circle.

These three circles of women are part of the WELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church) and

participate in various missions such as stewardship, growth, community, and action.

If you would like more information on what the Women’s Circles are all about, call

Leanne Spletzer, 254-2849 Leader for the Clara Sullivan Circle;

Carol McKean, 562-8475 Leader for the Margaret Miller Circle;

Tatter Hartmann, 741-0276 Leader for the Heidi Michelsen Circle.

The Coordinating Council of WELCA will meet on Wednesday, November 2nd at 10:00 am.

The Margaret Miller Circle will enjoy a tour of the American Gallery at the VMFA, led by our member and

docent, Adele VanDivender, Tuesday, Nov. 8. We will carpool from the church, meeting there at 10:15 a.m.

for our 11:00 tour. Lunch will be at the Best Cafe'. Our callers will also remind members of the Fall

Gathering, to be held at First English Lutheran Church, Nov. 19; we look forward to seeing old members as

well as new at both events.

The Clara Sullivan Circle will meet at the home of Martha Boyer on November 9th at 10:00 am. The

program will be presented by Martha. If you would like to attend or have any questions about our Circle

please call Leanne Spletzer, 254-2849.

The Heidi Michelson Circle will meet on Thursday, November 10 at 6pm.

http://www.thefamilycaregiver.org


Epiphany Youth Group News + November 2011 +

Epiphany Youth Group is a ministry for and of youth in grades 7-12.

“Bonfire at Betty’s” Sunday, November 6, 12-

4:30pm We’ll meet in the Parking Lot outside of Star

Lodge (another group will be in the Star Lodge, so we can’t go inside) to carpool/caravan to the

home of Betty and Dave Ottaway

2395 Tribble Lane, Goochland, VA 23063

We will roast hot dogs over the fire and make S’mores, too. We’ll have the football and Frisbee on-hand for some outdoor games. Come relax and enjoy the fall

R.A.L.Y. Fall Festival

Come enjoy fall-themed activities with other Richmond-area Lutheran youth groups!

When: Sunday, November 13, 4:30pm Where: Christ Lutheran Church, Richmond 7809 Woodman Road, 23228 What: Apple cider, bobbing for apples, S’mores, campfire, games, etc.

At youth group gatherings, lessons on teamwork take many forms.

Youth Group Service Project

Raking leaves for specific congregation members followed by supper

Sunday, November 27 2:00pm until 7:30pm (approx.)

We will meet at Epiphany (Star Lodge) promptly at 2:00 to “divide and conquer” four members’ leafy lawns. Please come with a rake and appropriate clothing.

After our work is done, we will gather at someone’s home (TBD) for a group meal.

“Lost and Found”

The synod event for 7th and 8th graders

November 18-20 We will meet in the Target parking lot at Short

Pump to depart at 3:15pm Friday. We will return to the same location around 3pm on Sunday.

Please bring money for supper on the way up and for lunch on the way back.

Parents not providing transportation are asked to

contribute some gas money for those making

the journey.

7th & 8th Grade Bible Studies Wednesdays November 2 and

November 30 7:00-8:15pm in the Star Lodge High School Bible Studies Thursday, November 10 and

Tuesday, November 29 7:30-9:00pm in the Star Lodge

Timothy Ministry Meeting Wed., November 2, 7:00pm


COMMUNITY SERVICE MINISTRY

Aluminum Can Collection: Epiphany is collecting aluminum cans as a

fundraising effort for Hanover Habitat for Humanity. Recently, a collection bin

shaped like a small house has been placed beside the church garage (across from

the fellowship hall at the back of the church property). Everyone is encouraged to

bring in empty aluminum cans to help with this on-going effort. Thank You!

CARITAS-Thanks: Many thanks to everyone who donated items and/or volunteered their time and talent

the week Epiphany hosted a group of homeless single women with CARITAS. Our guests

and the CARITAS Ministry team greatly appreciate your efforts!

Thanksgiving Baskets: During the first three weeks of November, Epiphany will be

coordinating the collection of donated Thanksgiving meal items for needy families in our

community. All donated items will need to be brought to the church by Wednesday,

November 16th. More details are available at a display in the Commons.

Hull Street Meal: On Tuesday, November 29th, Epiphany will be

providing the evening meal for the Freedom House (Hull Street) Shelter. Sign-up sheets

and further details are posted on the Community Service Ministry bulletin board in the

Commons.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR AN UPCOMING EVENT!

Giving Tree: Beginning Sunday, November 27th Epiphany’s Christmas Giving

Tree will be set up in the Commons. There will be paper ornaments on this tree

containing information about needy children in our community so that gifts may

be purchased for them. All gifts need to be brought to the church by noon on

Sunday, December 11th.

H.H.O.P.E.

A Big Thank-You!

Thanks to the generosity of our congregation, H.H.O.P.E.’s fall drive was a great success,

with 1,041 pounds collected for Epiphany’s pantry. The Ministry Team also extends its

appreciation to those who made monetary donations.

Season of Giving

The approaching holidays signal busy and exciting times at the H.H.O.P.E. pantry. In

November Thanksgiving bags will be distributed, and adults will have the opportunity to

receive a Bible. Christmas bags, scarves and hats made by Epiphany members, and children’s holiday books

will be offered to guests during December.


H.H.O.P.E. Happenings

Money Matters With the recommendation of the church’s Finance Committee and the

approval of Council, Epiphany’s pantry now has two Dedicated

Accounts.

H.H.O.P.E. Current Needs – an account to cover the costs of the

day-to-day operation of the pantry, and primarily for the H.H.O.P.E. Ministry Team’s purchase of

food and personal-care items to be distributed by H.H.O.P.E. in the immediate or near future

H.H.O.P.E. Development – an account to be used by the Congregation for the development of future

H.H.O.P.E. ministries and/or facilities

The H.H.O.P.E. offering envelope has been updated to reflect this change, and donors to Epiphany’s pantry

now have the opportunity to direct their contributions. If you have questions, please contact a member of

H.H.O.P.E.’s Ministry Team.

Love for God. Service to others.

The Youth Group, Li’l Youths, and other users of the Star Lodge are very grateful to Jim

Anderson for helping organize the purchase and delivery of a new refrigerator for the Star

Lodge kitchen! The new one works very well, and we are thankful to have it!

YOUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER CAN BE EMAILED!

We encourage everyone who has email to be good stewards and help us reduce the cost of paper and postage,

by contacting Hanne at the church office, 282-6066 or [email protected]. to receive the

newsletter by email.

Epiphany Tweens is now…Li’l Youths! Epiphany’s Youth Group for 5th and 6th graders

Our next meeting will be Sunday, November 20, 12:00-1:30pm Where? In the Star Lodge. Lunch included. Bring a friend!

All 5th and 6th graders welcome.

Questions? Email Kristy Anderson at [email protected]


Saving Our History

Earlier this summer the Archives Team had a display in the Commons that asked everyone to help identify

people in pictures. The response was great! Over 90% of the people were identified. This is valuable infor-

mation as the Archives Team works to preserve our history. In the future there will be other pictures that will

need people identification.

Also, Marvin Ulmer has generously given the Archives his papers from serving on various church committees.

The Archives Team is working on indexing his papers. A special thanks to Marvin for helping to preserve our

history.

If any of you have papers, bulletins, Examiners, or any other documents, recordings, pictures, etc. and you are

willing to donate them to the Archives, please contact Barry Westin (282-8839), Dean Zellmer (253-9018) or

John Hartmann (741-0276).

Below is an example of the historical information preserved in the Archives. This photo is a clipping from the

Richmond Times-Dispatch, Saturday, August 29, 1992.


MEMBERS IN OUR PRAYERS

During illness or recuperation ~

For those serving in the Armed Forces ~

Please continue to keep all those serving our country in your prayers.

For the families and friends of those who died ~

Rest eternal grant them, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon them ~

CHURCH STAFF

Pastors– The Rev. J. Christopher Price, The Rev. Phillip Martin, Jr.

Diaconal Minister – Christine V. Huffman

Visitation Pastor – The Rev. Tom Bosserman

Director of Music Ministry – Kevin Barger

Administrative Assistant – Hanne Hamlin

Coordinator of Volunteers – Beth Barger

ADDRESS CHANGE

Welcome to our Newest Members


Address Service Requested

Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church

1400 Horsepen Road

Monument Ave. at Horsepen Road

Richmond, VA 23226

Phone: 804-282-6066

Fax: 804-282-6067

www.epiphanyelca.org

Worship Times

Sunday 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Healing/Holy

Communion 11:00 a.m.

**Summer Worship Times**

Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

(May 27-September 2)

a congregation of the ELCA

Non-Profit Org.

U. S. Postage Pd.

Richmond, VA

Permit # 711

MINISTERS WANTED

Contact Beth Barger at 282-6066 or [email protected] for any of the ministries listed below or for information about additional

areas in the life of Epiphany Church.

LAMB’s Basket -- Epiphany sends volunteers each week to the Community Food Pantry at 5612 Greendale

Road, near Staples Mill and Hilliard Roads. Directions are listed below. Contact Beth to volunteer or sign

up in the Commons, and call the pantry at 565-8007 for additional information. Inclement weather? Check

channel 8 for closings or if Henrico schools are closed, then the LAMB's Basket is closed.

Epiphany’s upcoming dates

Wednesday, November 5 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Friday, November 18 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Friday, December 2 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Directions from Epiphany

Go North on Glenside Drive

After crossing Staples Mill Road, it becomes Hilliard

Road

At next light, turn RIGHT onto Impala Drive

Then turn RIGHT onto Irisdale Ave.

At stop sign, turn LEFT onto Greendale Road

Building on RIGHT

Please park on the street. Enter through rear door.

Documents

The Examiner - Clover Sitesstorage.cloversites.com/epiphanylutheranchurch/documents... · 2011. 10. 26. · Casting Crowns has a new song out now called “Courageous.” This song