This week's bulletin
The Sunday 11 AM worship service will continue to be available on Zoom
In this space, each week, you will find the order of worship followed by the week's announcements.
In this space, each week, you will find the order of worship followed by the week's announcements.
Church of the Epiphany Episcopal Church
The Third Sunday of Easter
18 April at 11 AM
Join Zoom Worship via device: https://zoom.us/j/99005230944
Call-in to Zoom Worship: 1-646-876-9923, Enter Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944#
Hello & good day! We are indeed glad that you are here!
This is a place where we nurture souls with prayerful worship.
If we can help you in any way, please let the priest or the office know.
Church Office: 570-563-1564 Rev. Lou Divis: 570-878-4670 Deacon John Davis: 570-575-8689
Please stay in touch!
The Third Sunday of Easter
18 April at 11 AM
Join Zoom Worship via device: https://zoom.us/j/99005230944
Call-in to Zoom Worship: 1-646-876-9923, Enter Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944#
Hello & good day! We are indeed glad that you are here!
This is a place where we nurture souls with prayerful worship.
If we can help you in any way, please let the priest or the office know.
Church Office: 570-563-1564 Rev. Lou Divis: 570-878-4670 Deacon John Davis: 570-575-8689
Please stay in touch!
Processional Hymn #492 Sing Ye Faithful
1 Sing, ye faithful, sing with gladness, wake your noblest, sweetest strain,
with the praises of your Savior let his house resound again;
him let all your music honor, and your songs exalt his reign.
2 Sing how he come forth from heaven, bowed himself to Bethlehem's cave,
stooped to wear the servant's vesture, bore the pain, the cross, the grave,
passed within the gates of darkness, thence his banished ones to save.
3 So, he tasted death for mortals, he, of human-kind the head,
sinless one, among the sinful, Prince of life, among the dead;
thus he wrought the full redemption, and the captor captive led.
4 Now on high, yet ever with us, from his Father's throne
the Son rules and guides the world he ransomed, till the-appointed work be done,
till he see, renewed and perfect, all things gathered into one.
Opening Prayer
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen
People Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thought 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.
The Gloria #S-280
Glory to god in the highest, and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father, Amen.
The Collect of the Day
The Celebrant says to the people
The Lord be with you.
People
And also with you.
Celebrant
Let us pray. O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
A reading from the Book of Acts, chapter 3, verses 12-19
Peter addressed the people, “You Israelites, why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our own power or piety we had made him walk? The God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, the God of our ancestors has glorified his servant Jesus, whom you handed over and rejected in the presence of Pilate, though he had decided to release him. But you rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked to have a murderer given to you, and you killed the Author of life, whom God raised from the dead. To this we are witnesses. And by faith in his name, his name itself has made this man strong, whom you see and know; and the faith that is through Jesus has given him this perfect health in the presence of all of you. “And now, friends, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did also your rulers. In this way God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, that his Messiah would suffer. Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out.”
The Word of the Lord. Response: Thanks be to God.
The Psalm is 4. We will pray it responsively by half-verse. 1 1 Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *
you set me free when I am hard-pressed; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
2 "You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *
how long will you worship dumb idols and run after false gods?"
3 Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; *
when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.
4 Tremble, then, and do not sin; *
speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.
5 Offer the appointed sacrifices *
and put your trust in the Lord.
6 Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *
Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord.
7 You have put gladness in my heart, *
more than when grain and wine and oil increase.
8 I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *
for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety.
A reading from the First Letter of John, Chapter 3 verses 1-7
See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is. And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure.
Everyone who commits sin is guilty of lawlessness; sin is lawlessness. You know that he was revealed to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. No one who abides in him sins; no one who sins has either seen him or known him. Little children, let no one deceive you. Everyone who does what is right is righteous, just as he is righteous.
The Word of the Lord. Response: Thanks be to God.
Gospel Hymn #440 Blessed Jesus
1 Blessèd Jesus, at thy word we are gathered all to hear thee;
let our hearts and souls be stirred now to seek and love and fear thee;
by thy teachings pure and holy, drawn from earth to love thee solely.
2 All our knowledge, sense and sight lie in deepest darkness shrouded,
till thy Spirit breaks our night with the beams of truth unclouded;
thou alone to God canst win us; thou must work all good within us.
3 Gracious Lord, thyself impart! Light of Light, from God proceeding,
open thou our ears and heart, help us by thy Spirit’s pleading.
Hear the cry thy Church upraises; hear, and bless our prayers and praises.
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke (24:36b-48) Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus himself stood among the disciples and said to them, “Peace be with you.” They were startled and terrified, and thought that they were seeing a ghost. He said to them, “Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? Look at my hands and my feet; see that it is I myself. Touch me and see; for a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.” And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. While in their joy they were disbelieving and still wondering, he said to them, “Have you anything here to eat?” They gave him a piece of broiled fish, and he took it and ate in their presence.
Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.” Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures, and he said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things.
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ
Sermon
The Creed (sung to tune: Love Divine, All Love’s Excelling; hymnal #657)
1 We believe in God the Father, God almighty, by whose plan earth and heaven sprang to being, all created things began. We believe in Christ the Savior, Son of God in human frame, virgin born, the child of Mary upon whom the Spirit came.
2 Christ, who on the cross forsaken, like a lamb to slaughter led, suffered under Pontius Pilate, he descended to the dead. We believe in Jesus risen, heaven's King to rule and reign, to the Father's side ascended till as judge he comes again.
3 We believe in God the Spirit; in one Church, below, above: saints of God in one communion, one in holiness and love. So by faith, our sins forgiven, Christ our Savior, Lord and friend, we shall rise with him in glory to the life that knows no end.
Prayers of the People. (Please respond as indicated after each prayer.)
You have no equal, God. We come before you humbled, asking for your healing presence. Heal us, raise us so that we may serve you.
We are amazed at your creative genius—how you have stretched the heavens like curtains, and yet you bend to be with us…for Isla Lynne Spangenberg, born April 7th to Kenny & Marie.
We are amazed, God. We raise our hearts in awe.
Our world and our lives are in need of healing and direction. We ask you to guide your church and heal it where it is worn out and self-centered. Direct those who lead the church: bishops, priests and deacons; all those in positions of leadership.
We ask for direction. Raise our hearts to you, God.
We ask you to heal the relationships between nations, and neighbors. Give the leaders of the nations the courage to pursue justice and speak peace as an example for the world.
We ask for healing. Raise our hearts to you, God.
Many of us suffer from addiction, anxiety, and illness. Break their chains which bind them and heal them, God. Surround them with supportive people, the resources they need, and a tangible sense of your love. For: Rev. Tom; Fr. Steve and Maureen; Fr. Graham and Mary-Jo; Wilmer; Pat; Drue; Scott; Mason; Beth; James, Laura & Cristina; Ryan & Michelle; Mel; Donna; Mike and the residents & staff at Abington Manor; Angelique; Jimmy; Adele; Molly; Judy; John; Amy and Jim; Beth; Jack; Susan; Jack; Scott; Lynn; Kathy; Ted; Richelle; Elle; Kim; Ceil; Jim; Don; Eleanore & George; Amy & Todd; Sandi; Bob; Betsy & Ed; Jane; Jackie; Jack; Louise; Daryl; Addiction Sufferers & their families; all whose lives are touched by COVID-19; Epiphany School in Uganda, its Primary Class Seven; Trinity, Easton; St. Margaret’s, Emmaus; Diocese St. Matthew’s Society.
We ask for healing. Raise our hearts to you, God.
We pray for those who have died, especially James Gray, that they may know the fullness of your love in the life you have prepared for them. Comfort those who grieve their loss and give them the confidence of your love which knows no limits of time or space.
We ask for assurance of your love. Raise our hearts to you, God.
Celebrant adds a Concluding Collect
Deacon: Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. Silence may be kept.
Minister and People: Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
The Priest, stands and says: Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
The Peace & The Announcements
Deacon: Offertory sentence: I appeal to you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present yourselves as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Romans 12:1
Offertory Hymn #295 Sing Praise
1 Sing praise to our Creator, O you of Adam's race--
God’s children by adoption, baptized into his grace.
2 To Jesus Christ give glory, God’s coeternal Son;
as members of this Body we live in him as one.
3 And praise the Holy Spirit poured forth upon the earth;
who sanctifies and guides us, made strong in our rebirth.
Holy Communion Prayer D
Celebrant: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you
Celebrant: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.
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:
S-129: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
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. 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.
We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God.
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.
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.
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray:
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.
The Breaking of the Bread
#S 155 Fraction Anthem: Christ our Passover
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; therefore let us keep the feast.
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
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 with faith and thanksgiving.
Deacon: Prayer of Spiritual Reception:
In union, O Lord, with the faithful at every altar of Thy Church, where the Holy Eucharist is now being celebrated, we desire to offer you praise and thanksgiving. We present to you our soul and body with the earnest wish that we may always be united to you. And since we cannot now receive you sacramentally, we beseech you to come spiritually into our heart. We unite ourselves to you, and embrace you with all the affections of our soul. Let nothing ever separate you from us. May we live and die in your love. Amen. (Adapted from The Armed Forces Prayer Book 1951)
Communion Hymn #203 O Sons and Daughters (v. 1-3)
Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia!
1. O sons and daughters, let us sing!
The King of heaven, the glorious King,
o'er death and hell rose triumphing.
Alleluia, alleluia!
2. That Easter morn, at break of day,
the faithful women went their way
to seek the tomb where Jesus lay.
Alleluia, alleluia!
3. An angel clad in white they see,
who sat and spake unto the three,
"Your Lord doth go to Galilee."
Alleluia, alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia!
Prayer after Communion – BCP pg. 365
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
May the blessing of God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be with you today and always. Amen.
Dismissal
Deacon Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia., alleluia
People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
Recessional Hymn #473 Lift High the Cross!
Refrain: Lift High the cross, the love of Christ proclaim till all the world adore his sacred Name.
1 Led on their way by this triumphant sign, the hosts of God in conquering ranks combine. (Refrain)
2 Each newborn servant of the Crucified bears on the brow the seal of him who died. (Refrain)
3 O Lord, once lifted on the glorious tree, as thou hast promised, draw the world to thee. (Refrain)
4 So shall our song of triumph ever be: praise to the Crucified for victory. (Refrain)
Coffee Hour
Images in the Readings
Today's Collect says: "open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work." The disciples' eye's must have bugged out completely when they saw Jesus. What if Jesus walked in here? What if we lived as if Jesus lives in us?
Jesus offers peace meaning harmony, joy, fullness, forgiveness. Where do you find joy and forgiveness in your life and when do you give these away without reservation? How do you experience harmony and fullness - not the kind of fullness and harmony with a great meal and glass of wine, rather the fullness of living in harmony with Jesus.
In the midst of COVID fears, we are hunkered down as the disciples were. Pretend Jesus walks into your home daily. I wonder what might happen.
This Week's Announcements
Parish Intercessions April 18 - April 24
Birthdays: Deirdre Chrzanoski; Rory Harris; William Rowe; Ruth Miller; Greg Matechak; Rick Lewis; Molly Mattes; Andrea Ott; Mo. Lou Divis
Anniversary: John & Jean Cacciamani
For the Pygmy Ministry, Fr. Charles & Alice their principal
For Enner, the Honduran youth sponsored by Epiphany’s Sunday School & The Group
For: Mo. Lou, our Priest-in-Charge, and Rev. John, our Deacon
For: Our Vestry & Staff
Sunday Worship with Music & Spiritual Eucharist:
Via Zoom only at 11AM EST
Join Zoom Meeting on your PC or smartdevice here: https://zoom.us/j/99005230944
Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944 One tap mobile +13017158592,,99005230944# US EST
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) - +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) - +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944 Or find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/ajWMHyeC
For most current worship & bulletins links, please go to www.epiphanyglenburn.org
Kids at Epiphany!
Connect virtually with each other bi-weekly on Sunday mornings at 10.30am. Next gathering - April 25
Parents may contact Lori Moran for more information and to confirm the next bi-weekly gathering: 570-815-9316, lorigm16@yahoo.com
Tuesday Evening Bible Study Returns:
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm. All are welcome! Here's the Zoom link - I hope to see you! blessings, Mo. Lou ldivis411@gmail.com is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. April 13 at 7:00 PM. Join Zoom Meeting on computer etc here: https://zoom.us/j/91164698450
To join via telephone call 1-646-876-9923, enter 91164698450# when prompted for meeting ID.
Dalton Food Pantry Collection at Epiphany:
For May 19th: Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Deodorant, Liquid Laundry Detergent.
Donations may be left at Epiphany at any time (there is a collection box in the Parish Hall), OR take to Clarks Summit Fire Hall on the date(s) indicated and between 11am-1pm; a Rotarian will collect your donation at the fire hall. Many thanks for your continued support of the AEM Food Pantry at Dalton United Methodist Church. Please direct any questions to 570-563-1619.
Grounds Clean-up:
Your B&G Committee is planning a physically-distant clean-up of the church grounds. Please contact Roger to advise what you are able to do & when: rotary@matteslawyers.com First planned clean-up morning is April 24th beginning at 9am. There will be snacks!
Rummage Sale: YES!
We are now accepting donations of household items, etc. for the annual July Rummage Sale. Please box/bag items and bring to the church when the building is open: Tuesdays -Thursdays 9am to 4pm; Sundays between 9.30am-noon. Ring the office door bell then carry your items downstairs to the double room marked ‘Rummage Sale.’ If you have any questions or can assist with sorting items or helping at the sale in July, please contact Melissa 570-499-1943. Please DO NOT leave donations outside any door when no one is here; instead, clothes/shoes/belts, linens, curtains, soft toys/stuffed animals ONLY may be placed in the Clothing Shed; tie bags closed
American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem: Easter Appeal 2021. Donation Request.
Bishop Hosam was in Mother Lou's class at Virginia Theological Seminary (before he became the bishop of Jerusalem)!! A very sincere, wonderful person! Please help the school find the funding for the students who are at risk. Thank you. Mo. Lou. For more information, go to https://afedj.org/easter/ call 1(203)655-3575, or contact: American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem,25 Old King's Highway No., Suite 13, Darien, CT 06820
ChurchNext Offering #2: Contemplative Knitting with Julie Cicorra
For Individuals and For Groups. The Church has some wonderful contemplative prayer practices that have been around for hundreds and even thousands of years. Sitting quietly in prayer, walking the labyrinth, praying with beads and other practices are tactile ways for us to delve into silence to discover God. Julie Cicora has been knitting for decades and discovered that she could connect her passion for knitting with her need for silence in order to deepen her relationship with God. In this course, Julie explains what creating a contemplative practice out of your passion (in this case, knitting) looks like. She discusses best practices for getting started, as well as how to stay on track with your practice when life gets in the way. Finally, Julie connects our practices to the Church seasons and offers creative ways in which we can get in the flow of life with our contemplative creative practices. Register here: https://www.churchnext.tv/library/contemplative-knitting/204348/about/
$10 per course. Registration includes: 24/7 access for 3 months to all video lectures, downloads, and course content. Video lectures w/ Julie Cicora. Downloadable Discussion Questions (groups) & The Takeaway (personal study). Interaction w/ students thru discussion questions & sharing notes
Transform Stress into Vitality with Qigong:
Qigong utilizes stretch, flowing movements, deep breathing and mindfulness. Easy to learn and follow, these gentle movements stretch and strengthen muscles, improve balance and flexibility and reduce inflammation in joints. Anyone, at any age, can use Qigong movements to achieve a deeper sense of calm and relieve tension and stress. Contact Rosalie (570) 885-7412, rallanfufaro@gmail.com Thursday 6PM/Epiphany Commons Tuesday 10AM St. Peter’s/Tunkhannock – Saturday 10AM Grow/Dickson City. $10/class any place
Epiphany’s work Continues!
We are still working to stay connected with you, worshipping with you via Zoom, doing good works in the community! Please as you are able continue to drop-off or mail-in your offerings of support, to PO Box 189, Clarks Summit, PA 18411-0189. You may also use www.onrealm.org to give on-line using a check or credit/debit card; if you have previously logged in great! If you need help to set up a single or recurring donation please call the parish office, 570-563-1564. If you need ‘courier service’ of your offering, let us know that too and a happy masked representative from Epiphany will gladly stop by! We value you so do let us know what you need while we are unable to meet in person for worship and other gatherings.
"One Small Act" Buy Sunday Dinner at Epiphany!
Good news indeed! Grants were awarded to help sustain this program: in 2021 $4000 from The Robert H. Spitz Foundation by the Scranton Area Community Foundation; and in 2020 $6000 from the Outreach Fund by Epiphany’s Christian Outreach/Disaster Relief Committee. Each Sunday, about 100 meals are sent to Scranton CIC (homeless day shelter) and 20 are picked up for Linden St. apartments, Clarks Summit.
Caring Cupboard:
Located at Clarks Summit UMC, 1310 Morgan Highway (across from the library), for anyone who may need non-perishable food and some household goods. It is available M-F between 9am-2pm. (except 3/18 &19.) For more information call Mary Magner, secretary - CS UMC, 570-587-2571.
American Red Cross. You Can Be A Hero Too.
Your Generosity Helps Save Lives. Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood? Your single blood donation has the potential to help more than one person. It only takes about an hour to donate blood, but you could make a difference to last a lifetime. And while the snacks at your local blood drive or donation center may change, one thing remains constant: the need for blood. Schedule your appointment to give blood and know that your generosity helps save lives. Call 1-800-733-2767 or Schedule Now: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive Upcoming Drives: Scranton Donation Ctr, daily including weekends, walk-ins available – Clarks Summit UMC April 23 1-6PM– Dalton Fire Co. April 27 Noon-5PM – Constantino’s Catering May 11 1-6PM – Waverly Comm June 14 1-6pm. - If you receive a COVID-19 vaccine... In most cases, there's no deferral time if you receive a vaccine. - The American Red Cross is testing all blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies… Only those feeling healthy and well should present to donate... Test results will be available to donors… - The Red Cross follows the highest standards of safety and infection control. In accordance with CDC guidelines, all donors are required to wear a face mask. Valve face masks are not permitted...
Birthdays: Deirdre Chrzanoski; Rory Harris; William Rowe; Ruth Miller; Greg Matechak; Rick Lewis; Molly Mattes; Andrea Ott; Mo. Lou Divis
Anniversary: John & Jean Cacciamani
For the Pygmy Ministry, Fr. Charles & Alice their principal
For Enner, the Honduran youth sponsored by Epiphany’s Sunday School & The Group
For: Mo. Lou, our Priest-in-Charge, and Rev. John, our Deacon
For: Our Vestry & Staff
Sunday Worship with Music & Spiritual Eucharist:
Via Zoom only at 11AM EST
Join Zoom Meeting on your PC or smartdevice here: https://zoom.us/j/99005230944
Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944 One tap mobile +13017158592,,99005230944# US EST
Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 876 9923 US (New York) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) - +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) - +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 990 0523 0944 Or find your local number here: https://zoom.us/u/ajWMHyeC
For most current worship & bulletins links, please go to www.epiphanyglenburn.org
Kids at Epiphany!
Connect virtually with each other bi-weekly on Sunday mornings at 10.30am. Next gathering - April 25
Parents may contact Lori Moran for more information and to confirm the next bi-weekly gathering: 570-815-9316, lorigm16@yahoo.com
Tuesday Evening Bible Study Returns:
Tuesdays, 7:00 pm. All are welcome! Here's the Zoom link - I hope to see you! blessings, Mo. Lou ldivis411@gmail.com is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. April 13 at 7:00 PM. Join Zoom Meeting on computer etc here: https://zoom.us/j/91164698450
To join via telephone call 1-646-876-9923, enter 91164698450# when prompted for meeting ID.
Dalton Food Pantry Collection at Epiphany:
For May 19th: Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Deodorant, Liquid Laundry Detergent.
Donations may be left at Epiphany at any time (there is a collection box in the Parish Hall), OR take to Clarks Summit Fire Hall on the date(s) indicated and between 11am-1pm; a Rotarian will collect your donation at the fire hall. Many thanks for your continued support of the AEM Food Pantry at Dalton United Methodist Church. Please direct any questions to 570-563-1619.
Grounds Clean-up:
Your B&G Committee is planning a physically-distant clean-up of the church grounds. Please contact Roger to advise what you are able to do & when: rotary@matteslawyers.com First planned clean-up morning is April 24th beginning at 9am. There will be snacks!
Rummage Sale: YES!
We are now accepting donations of household items, etc. for the annual July Rummage Sale. Please box/bag items and bring to the church when the building is open: Tuesdays -Thursdays 9am to 4pm; Sundays between 9.30am-noon. Ring the office door bell then carry your items downstairs to the double room marked ‘Rummage Sale.’ If you have any questions or can assist with sorting items or helping at the sale in July, please contact Melissa 570-499-1943. Please DO NOT leave donations outside any door when no one is here; instead, clothes/shoes/belts, linens, curtains, soft toys/stuffed animals ONLY may be placed in the Clothing Shed; tie bags closed
American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem: Easter Appeal 2021. Donation Request.
Bishop Hosam was in Mother Lou's class at Virginia Theological Seminary (before he became the bishop of Jerusalem)!! A very sincere, wonderful person! Please help the school find the funding for the students who are at risk. Thank you. Mo. Lou. For more information, go to https://afedj.org/easter/ call 1(203)655-3575, or contact: American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem,25 Old King's Highway No., Suite 13, Darien, CT 06820
ChurchNext Offering #2: Contemplative Knitting with Julie Cicorra
For Individuals and For Groups. The Church has some wonderful contemplative prayer practices that have been around for hundreds and even thousands of years. Sitting quietly in prayer, walking the labyrinth, praying with beads and other practices are tactile ways for us to delve into silence to discover God. Julie Cicora has been knitting for decades and discovered that she could connect her passion for knitting with her need for silence in order to deepen her relationship with God. In this course, Julie explains what creating a contemplative practice out of your passion (in this case, knitting) looks like. She discusses best practices for getting started, as well as how to stay on track with your practice when life gets in the way. Finally, Julie connects our practices to the Church seasons and offers creative ways in which we can get in the flow of life with our contemplative creative practices. Register here: https://www.churchnext.tv/library/contemplative-knitting/204348/about/
$10 per course. Registration includes: 24/7 access for 3 months to all video lectures, downloads, and course content. Video lectures w/ Julie Cicora. Downloadable Discussion Questions (groups) & The Takeaway (personal study). Interaction w/ students thru discussion questions & sharing notes
Transform Stress into Vitality with Qigong:
Qigong utilizes stretch, flowing movements, deep breathing and mindfulness. Easy to learn and follow, these gentle movements stretch and strengthen muscles, improve balance and flexibility and reduce inflammation in joints. Anyone, at any age, can use Qigong movements to achieve a deeper sense of calm and relieve tension and stress. Contact Rosalie (570) 885-7412, rallanfufaro@gmail.com Thursday 6PM/Epiphany Commons Tuesday 10AM St. Peter’s/Tunkhannock – Saturday 10AM Grow/Dickson City. $10/class any place
Epiphany’s work Continues!
We are still working to stay connected with you, worshipping with you via Zoom, doing good works in the community! Please as you are able continue to drop-off or mail-in your offerings of support, to PO Box 189, Clarks Summit, PA 18411-0189. You may also use www.onrealm.org to give on-line using a check or credit/debit card; if you have previously logged in great! If you need help to set up a single or recurring donation please call the parish office, 570-563-1564. If you need ‘courier service’ of your offering, let us know that too and a happy masked representative from Epiphany will gladly stop by! We value you so do let us know what you need while we are unable to meet in person for worship and other gatherings.
"One Small Act" Buy Sunday Dinner at Epiphany!
Good news indeed! Grants were awarded to help sustain this program: in 2021 $4000 from The Robert H. Spitz Foundation by the Scranton Area Community Foundation; and in 2020 $6000 from the Outreach Fund by Epiphany’s Christian Outreach/Disaster Relief Committee. Each Sunday, about 100 meals are sent to Scranton CIC (homeless day shelter) and 20 are picked up for Linden St. apartments, Clarks Summit.
- If you want to help pay for the weekly meal prepared EVERY Sunday, donations of any amount are gladly accepted. Please make checks payable to Church of the Epiphany and put 'Sunday Dinners' in the memo line. The 100+ meals cost approximately $250.00 per week to make.
- You may give an on-line donation (one-time or recurring); use your www.onRealm.org account.
- Donation will appear on your Epiphany statement as: ‘Sunday Dinners for Neighbors.’
Caring Cupboard:
Located at Clarks Summit UMC, 1310 Morgan Highway (across from the library), for anyone who may need non-perishable food and some household goods. It is available M-F between 9am-2pm. (except 3/18 &19.) For more information call Mary Magner, secretary - CS UMC, 570-587-2571.
American Red Cross. You Can Be A Hero Too.
Your Generosity Helps Save Lives. Did you know that every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood? Your single blood donation has the potential to help more than one person. It only takes about an hour to donate blood, but you could make a difference to last a lifetime. And while the snacks at your local blood drive or donation center may change, one thing remains constant: the need for blood. Schedule your appointment to give blood and know that your generosity helps save lives. Call 1-800-733-2767 or Schedule Now: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive Upcoming Drives: Scranton Donation Ctr, daily including weekends, walk-ins available – Clarks Summit UMC April 23 1-6PM– Dalton Fire Co. April 27 Noon-5PM – Constantino’s Catering May 11 1-6PM – Waverly Comm June 14 1-6pm. - If you receive a COVID-19 vaccine... In most cases, there's no deferral time if you receive a vaccine. - The American Red Cross is testing all blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies… Only those feeling healthy and well should present to donate... Test results will be available to donors… - The Red Cross follows the highest standards of safety and infection control. In accordance with CDC guidelines, all donors are required to wear a face mask. Valve face masks are not permitted...
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