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Emmanuel Episcopal Church

VOLUME 7, ISSUE 5 MAY 2020

We worship God and follow Jesus Christ,learning and growing together in the HolySpirit to serve in the world. We will love

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NEWS FROM OUR SENIOR WARDEN,RANDY EVANS - MAY 2020

Dear Friends,

I'm looking at the hard copy bulletin from our last Sunday together face-to-face-the Second Sunday in Lent, March 8, 2020. So many events have beencancelled since then, and we have had to learn new ways of being.

On Easter Sunday, Denise and I attended EEC's virtual service with Rev.Canon Anne Hallmark, then switched over to hear David Penniman at Churchof the Nativity in Boyne City. From there we attended a "spiritual communion"service led by Bishop Curry at the National Cathedral, and finished our Eastercelebration by livestreaming Andrea Bocelli's solo performance from Italy'sempty Duomo Cathedral in Milan (Okay, André, his organist was there, too).What Andrea said: "I believe in the strength of praying together; I believe inthe Christian Easter, a universal symbol of rebirth for everyone-whether theyare believers or not-what people truly need right now." So what could havebeen a grim Easter, turned out to be a deeply spiritual experience. I have toadmit, however, that I missed our annual Sunday afternoon trip to the DamSite Inn for fried chicken!

I generally remember no more than two or three words from any sermon, andfrom Rev. Anne's sermon, the three words were, "Jesus every moment," fromDavid Penniman's sermon, "an angel appeared," and from Bishop Curry'ssermon, "It's Easter anyway." So here we are. On Sundays, it doesn't seemlike church, but it's church anyway (Fr. Barrie preaching from the shores ofLake Michigan and André streaming "You'll Never Walk Alone" from theLiverpool soccer stadium). Our church ministries are operating differently, butthey are ministering anyway. Your vestry is meeting by Zoom, but we arecarrying out the church's business anyway. And the same for all of us who

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love God, love each other, and love the church. We aren't together physically,but we're together anyway.

Thanks to Mark Thomson and the Finance Committee, we are monitoring ourfinances, and so far so good. Thanks to Leah, the administrative functions ofthe church are continuing as usual. Thanks to the New Rector SearchCommittee, our candidates continue to feel appreciated and ready to appearwhen the time is right. Thanks to Fr. Barrie and Vestry your parish continuesto stay together as a community of believers-worshiping, praying, caring foreach other. We are especially thankful for Sharyn Olliffe and Nina Wagar of ourPastoral Care Ministry, who are staying in touch with everyone, and caring forthose in need.

I would like to offer this collect from The Book ofCommon Prayer, 124. I hope it comforts you as it has me:"Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch,or weep this night, and give your angels charge overthose who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest totheweary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity theafflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake."Amen.

May your angels appear, and "walk on, walk on with hopein your heart,"

Randy Evans

OUR BRIDGE PRIESTTHE REV. DR. J. BARRINGTON BATES

The Rev. Dr. J. Barrington joins us this month as ourbridge priest, proving Sunday coverage until the newrector arrives. Dr. Batestrained for ordained ministry atthe Church Divinity School of the Pacific, the Episcopalseminary in Berkley, California. He has served Anglicanand Lutheran congregations in California, New York, andNew Jersey over the past 20+ years. He holds a Ph.D. inliturgical studies from Drew University, as well asmaster's degrees from C.D.S.P. (M.Div.), the GraduateTheological Union (M.A.), the General TheologicalSeminary (S.T.M.), and Drew (M.Phil.).

Prior to ordination, Father Barrie worked as a computerprogrammer; his last secular job was as Database Administrator at HarvardMedical School, where they used to punch holes in cards and hang out in


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over-air-conditioned rooms. A graduate of Boston University, he sang in theBoston Symphony's Tanglewood Festival Chorus as a lad. These days, hesummarizes his hobbies as boating, fine dining, and opera-and only halfjokingly. This summer, he plans to get back into gardening and delve intobeekeeping.

In 2003, he played the role of Priest on an episode of Third Watch (N.B.C.television), from which experience he remains a member of the Screen Actors'Guild to this day. He and his spouse, James MacKenzie, who is a consultant incommunication skills, now live on the Tunnel of Trees north of Good Hart.They were married fifteen years ago this coming November.

Jamie grew up in Petoskey. His mother and stepfather (Barbara MacKenzieand Mike Stroup) were married in and buried from Emmanuel.

Feel free to invite them for coffee or Sunday lunch, to make an appointmentto chat, or to send him e-mail at [email protected] a hearty discussion on matters theological.


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BOOKS & BEYOND GROUP UPDATE - MAY 2020

"So many books. So little time." That's


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what I usually say, but not so much thesedays. If there's a bright side to Covid-19,this is one of them. Many of us are findingmore time to read. I know it's not true for allof you. Those of you who are working fromhome, trying to home school AND keep yourhouse and yard in order, more power to you!I almost hate to say it, but for the Turners,life is pretty normal. Thank goodness forapps on our devices so we are able to keep

in touch. This month, Books and Beyond met using the Houseparty App and itwas nice to connect. There were five of us who were able to join in. It'sexpected that more of you will download the app and be able to join in ournext meeting which is Monday May 11th at 7pm. At this point, we're justconnecting to talk about books in general. What we've been reading. Whatwe'd like to read. How we're getting books into our hands. (If you're like meand like a solid book in your hands.) If you have any questions and don't getthe Books and Beyond email notifications, please contact Nancy Turner [email protected]

During this "pause" the Rector Search Committee has been working "behindthe scenes" as we wait for direction and guidance from our Diocese andGovernor. We are doing everything we can to be ready to meet our candidatesin-person and to participate in a joint interview with our Vestry. Together withthe Vestry we have been developing a set of interview questions, anddiscussing the logistics of how the visits to Emmanuel and the interviewprocess will unfold, once we are given the "go ahead". We continue to stayengaged with our candidates, not only to keep them informed but to inquireabout the health of their families and their congregations.

In the meantime, we are waiting patiently and with great anticipation for theday when we can collectively move forward. Please continue to keep ourcandidates and our Search in your prayers.

Your Rector Search Committee


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As people of God, we need to support one another through these challengingtimes, and in doing so share God's love and compassion.

The Pastoral Care Ministry members have been busy reaching out to everyonein the Emmanuel Directory by phone. We are making sure that everyone isaware of how to see Sunday Prayer Services online on the EmmanuelFacebook page and letting them know about the link on the eecpetoskey.orgwebsite. We are also making sure no one needs assistance monetarily fromthe Parishioners Discretionary Fund, or with groceries or prescription pickup.

What a wonderful way for us all to keep connected to our church family whilewe await the end of the corona virus spread. We have enjoyed catching upwith our year round and seasonal members.

If you are in need or know of someone in need, please reach out to Sharyn at248.909.5862, Nina at 231.881.2630 or Leah in the church office. Leah will bemonitoring calls while the office is closed.

Patience is one of the virtues God has bestowed upon us and we encourageyou to be patient, pray, and keep in your heart that God is with us all.

GRATITUDE

I want to express my immense gratitude to my Emmanuel family for all theirprayers cards and help with everything I was and still in need of due to beingquarantined.

This has been a very scary time in my life that Iam very grateful to still have. I came way too close to losing it. I am still onoxygen at home and can't do very much at atime without getting tired but I'm trying everyday. Again thank you all very much.

Much Love,


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Sarah Mosser

SINCERELY GRATEFUL

Kathy and I would like to let everyone in ourEmmanuel Family know how grateful we are forthe outpouring of love and sympathy after thedeath of our brother-in-law, Ed Brehm. The familyis still in shock over this, and we have not beenable to properly gather and mourn, due to the COVID-19 shelter in placeorder. Receiving all of the cards, e-mails, texts, and phone calls was verycomforting, and reminded us of how blessed we are to have so many friendswho care about us.

Thank you again, and please pass this along to everyone at Emmanuel.

Sincerely,

Joe and Kathy Audia

MAY 2020

COFFEE HOUR SCHEDULE:

ZOOM MAY 3: ZOOM MAY 10:

MAY 17: TBD

MAY 24: TBD - Memorial Day Weekend MAY 31: TBD

BIRTHDAYS:

May 01 Joseph Fortin

May 01 Hennie ReimerMay 06 Lauri Hartmann

May 07 William Cabana

May 10 Wendy Price


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May 12 Andrew Krzymowski

May 13 Pat Emmendorfer

May 14 Gary StreetMay 15 Jerome Meier

May 20 Leland Kreid

May 20 Tim Tippett May 23 Christina Cartwright

May 24 Mary Elizabeth Cross

May 24 Leah Cell May 26 Susan Hannah

May 28 Taylor Brown

May 29 Mary HallMay 31 Chuck Donnelly

CELEBRATE

YOUR

SPECIAL DAY!!

ANNIVERSARIES:

May 2nd: William & Ann Chatterson May 13th: Robert & Susan Bleyaert May 15th: Frank & Dottie Hawthorne May 16th: Michael & Kay Farrimond May 17th: Jason & Lorelei Scott May 20th: George & Carol Tippett May 30th: David & Joy McBride


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MAY 2020

May 3

ONLINE

SERVICE

May 10

ONLINE

SERVICE

HAPPY

MOTHER'S

DAY

May 17

(ALL TO BE

DETERMINED AS

DICTATED BY

COVID-19

PANDEMIC

MI GOVERNOR'S &

BISHOP'S

ORDERS)

May 24

MEMORIAL

DAY

WEEKEND

(ALL TO BE

DETERMINED

AS DICTATED

BY COVID-19

PANDEMIC

MI

GOVERNOR'S

& BISHOP'S

ORDERS)

May 31

(ALL TO BE

DETERMINED

AS DICTATED

BY COVID-19

PANDEMIC

MI

GOVERNOR'S

& BISHOP'S

ORDERS)

RITE I Service: RITE I Service: RITE I Service: RITE I Service: RITE I Service:

RITE II Service:LEMs:





POPs: POPs: POPs: POPs: POPs:

LECTORs: LECTORs: LECTORs: LECTORs: LECTORs:

ACOLYTEs: ACOLYTEs: ACOLYTEs: ACOLYTEs: ACOLYTEs:

USHERs &GREETERs:

GREETERs: USHERs & GREETERs: USHERs &GREETERs:

USHERs &GREETERS:

CHURCHOPENERs:

CHURCHOPENERs:

CHURCH OPENERs:TBD

CHURCHOPENERs:TBD

CHURCHOPENERs:TBD

ALTAR GUILD: ALTAR GUILD: ALTAR GUILD:TBD

ALTAR GUILD:TBD

ALTAR GUILD: TBD

COFFEE HOUR:ZOOM

COFFEE HOUR:ZOOM

COFFEE HOUR:TBD

COFFEE HOUR:TBD

COFFEE HOUR:TBD

VPOW: VPOW: VPOW: VPOW: VPOW:


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EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH CALENDAR

Check our website for the latest, up to date happenings at Emmanuel byclicking the link to our Church Calendar here.

Emmanuel Episcopal Church1020 East Mitchell Street

Petoskey, MI 49770231-347-2350 / www.eecpetoskey.org

Your 2020 EEC Vestry Members:Your 2020 EEC Vestry Members:Your 2020 EEC Vestry Members:Your 2020 EEC Vestry Members:

Randy Evans, Senior Warden Lauren Liebler, Junior Warden

Bruce Turner, Clerk Jay Emmendorfer

Dennis McGeath Sharyn Olliffe

Ashley Price Timothy Tippett

Nina Wagar

Your EEC Staff Members: Your EEC Staff Members: Your EEC Staff Members: Your EEC Staff Members:

The Rev. Dr. J. Barrington Bates, Bridge Priest

Andre Strydom, Director of Music Ministries

Leah Cell, Office Manager

Lindsey McVicker, Nursery Provider

STAY CONNECTED


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