Monday 12/31/07

• Office closed

Tuesday 01/01/08 Happy New Year!

• Office closed.

Wednesday01/02/08

• Office open

Thursday01/03/08

• Office open

Friday01/04/08

• Office Closed

Epiphany Evensong and Party

January 6, Evensong at 5:00 p.m., Party to follow.
We will be entertained by the Giannelli Jazz Trio as we gather to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany and who we are as God’s church. In addition to great food provided by you, we will share in the traditional Epiphany Cake.
Sign up after church to bring your favorite appetizer to share at the party.

Epiphany Children’s Pageant

Sunday, January 6 at 10 a.m., the children of Epiphany will present our annual Epiphany Pageant. Please bring your child at 9:15 a.m. to be costumed and for a quick rehearsal. See Karen James for more information.

Outreach

Conejo Valley Free Meal Program - On the second Tuesday evening of every month, next month Tuesday, January 8, members of Epiphany prepare and serve dinner to those who are homeless or of very low income in our community. For info or to sign up, contact Mary Lehr (818.707.6944).

Opportunities to Serve

Hospitality
♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club
We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!

Formation

Practicing our Faith, The Way of Jesus:
This 3-week series, taught by the Revs. Hank Mitchel and Melissa McCarthy, is designed especially for those seeking to deepen their relationships with God, with each other, and with Christian community as well as those new to the Church of the Epiphany. Each evening will begin with a light dinner followed by a short presentation, discussion, and will conclude with a service of night prayer called Compline. This is a great way to meet new people, to learn about the Way of Jesus and Christian faith, as well as a great resource to jumpstart a renewed focus on your spiritual life. 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Wednesdays, January 9, 16, and 23. Please sign up with the church office. Childcare provided upon request.

The Epicenter
Epiphany’s new blog has several new postings, including a series of reflections for the Advent season. Check it our at
www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com or via the church website.

Also, if you have not already done so, be sure to visit Epiphany’s web site (www.tcote.org) and sign up to receive regular (bi-weekly) announcements from your church.

The Sunday evening theology - meets once a month on a Sunday evening from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. We are reading Catherine Keller's On the Mystery: Discerning Divinity in Process. Our next meeting is January 13, 2008. Please call the church office for more information.

Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. We will resume after Christmas break on January 14. Please call the church office for more information.

Depression Support Group Holiday Schedule – the Conejo Valley Depression Support Group will continue to meet at Epiphany during the holidays. In place of the usual Monday 7 p.m. meetings the Christmas week meeting will be on Wednesday at the church in Room #6.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study resumes January 15 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: begins at 9:45 a.m. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.

Sunday 12/16/07

• Adopt-a-family.
• Martha Miller from Lutheran Social Services.

Sunday Night

• 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. EYG (Youth Group),
• Supper, lesson and activities. Bishop’s Hall.

Monday 12/17/07

• 6:30 p.m. Prayer and Contemplation – Chapel

Tuesday 12/18/07

• 7:30 p.m. Bible Study

Wednesday 12/19/07

• 4 p.m. Choristers Rehearsal - Music Rm.
• 6:30 p.m. Schola Rehearsal - Music Rm.
• 6:30 p.m. Evening Prayer - Church
• 7:30 p.m. Advent Lecture Series, Bishop’s Hall

Thursday 12/20/07

• 3:10 p.m. “Joyful Noise” - Rm. 2
• 7:30 p.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal - Music Rm.
• 9:30 a.m. Prayers & Squares, Rm. 2

Friday 12/21/07

• Office Closed

Epiphany Evensong and Party

January 6, Evensong at 5:00 p.m., Party to follow.
We will be entertained by the Giannelli Jazz Trio as we gather to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany and who we are as God’s church. In addition to great food provided by you, we will share in the traditional Epiphany Cake. Sign up after church to bring your favorite appetizer to share at the party.

Outreach

Adopt-a-family. Pick an ornament from the Giving Tree located near the coffee service and ensure a family in our community shares in the joy of Christmas. You can adopt a specific family or donate gift cards from local retailers or grocery stores. Continues through today.

Welcome Martha Miller, Interim Area Director of Lutheran Social Services. Please join us in the Bishop’s Hall after the 10 a.m. service to hear more about Epiphany’s participation in the important ministries of LSS.


Opportunities to Serve

Hospitality
♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club
 We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!

Formation

The Epicenter
Epiphany’s new blog has several new postings, including a series of reflections for the Advent season. Check it our at
www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com or via the church website.

The Conscious Life: Final Lecture
A Special Advent Lecture Series
Presented by Dr. George Lough, clinical psychologist
Explore what it means to have a more conscious life, working to understand God’s place in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Join us for prayer and dinner or come only for the presentation. Call the church office to sign up. Child care available upon request.
continues Wednesday, December 19
6:30 pm Evening prayer and dinner
7:30 Lecture

Theological Reading Group at 6:00 p.m., we will be studying The Good News of Jesus by William Countryman and/or Rabbi Jesus by Bruce Chilton.


Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office for more information.

Depression Support Group Holiday Schedule – the Conejo Valley Depression Support Group will continue to meet at Epiphany during the holidays. In place of the usual Monday 7 p.m. meetings the Christmas week meeting will be on Wednesday at the church in Room #6.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study continues on December 4 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: begins at 9:45 a.m. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.

Sunday 12/09/07

• 7:30-12 noon Blood Drive.
  
• 12 noon Mom’s Group Children’s
  
• Christmas Pot luck with Santa Party. Rm. 5
  
• Outreach Cookie Exchange, Bishop’s Hall

Tonight

• 6:00 p.m. Theological Reading Group, Rm. 4
  
• 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. EYG (Youth Group), 
  
• Supper, lesson and activities. Bishop’s Hall.
  

Monday 12/10/07

• 6:30 p.m. Prayer and Contemplation – Chapel
  

Tuesday 12/11/07

• 12:00 p.m. Staff Luncheon – Office Closed
  
• 7:30 p.m. Bible Study 
  
• 6:15 p.m. C.V. Free Meal Program 
  

Wednesday 12/12/07

• 4 p.m. Choristers Rehearsal - Music Rm.
  
• 6:30 p.m. Schola Rehearsal - Music Rm.
  
• 6:30 p.m. Evening Prayer - Church
  
• 7:30 p.m. Advent Lecture Series – Founder’s 
  

Thursday 12/13/07

• 3:10 p.m. “Joyful Noise” - Rm. 2
  
• 7:30 p.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal - Music Rm.
  
• 9:30 a.m. Prayers & Squares, Rm. 2

Friday 12/14/07

• Office Closed
  

Outreach

Adopt-a-family. Pick an ornament from the Giving Tree located near the coffee service and ensure a family in our community shares in the joy of Christmas. You can adopt a specific family or donate gift cards from local retailers or grocery stores. Sundays, December 9 and 16.

Today after church - Outreach Christmas Cookie Exchange. Buy some tasty treats! Money goes to support Epiphany’s Outreach Program.

Conejo Valley Free Meal Program - On the second Tuesday evening of every month, this Tuesday, December 11, members of Epiphany prepare and serve dinner to those who are homeless or of very low income in our community. For info or to sign up, contact Mary Lehr (818.874.1309).

The Epicenter

Epiphany’s new blog has several new postings, including a series of reflections for the Advent season. Check it our at

www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com or via the church website.

Formation

The Conscious Life
A Special Advent Lecture Series
Presented by Dr. George Lough, clinical psychologist
Explore what it means to have a more conscious life, working to understand God’s place in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Join us for prayer and dinner or come only for the presentation. Call the church office to sign up. Child care available upon request.
continues:
Wednesdays, December 12, and 19
6:30 pm Evening prayer and dinner
7:30 Lecture

At tonight’s Theological Reading Group at 6:00 p.m., we will be studying The Good News of Jesus by William Countryman and/or Rabbi Jesus by Bruce Chilton

Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office for more information.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study continues on December 4 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: at the 10 am service. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.

Opportunities to Serve

Hospitality

♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club

+ We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!

Sunday 12/02
5:00 p.m.
Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols
Wine & Cheese reception follows
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. EYG, Bishop’s Hall

Monday 12/03
6:30 p.m. Prayer and Contemplation – Chapel

Tuesday 12/04
9 a.m. Staff Meeting – Founders Hall
7:30 p.m. Bible Study

Wednesday 12/05
4 p.m. Choristers Rehearsal - Music Rm.
6:30 p.m. Schola Rehearsal - Music Rm.
7:30 p.m. Advent Series – Founders Hall

Thursday 12/06
10:00 a.m. Epiphany Page Turners, Rm. 2
3:10 p.m. “Joyful Noise” - Rm. 2
7:30 p.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal - Music Rm.

Friday 12/07
Office Closed

EYG, Epiphany Youth Group will attend Lessons & Carols tonight at 5:00 p.m. and then meet for supper and a lesson until 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop’s Hall.

Outreach

Adopt-a-family. Pick an ornament from the Giving Tree located near the coffee service and ensure a family in our community shares in the joy of Christmas. You can adopt a specific family or donate gift cards from local retailers or grocery stores. Sundays, December 2, 9 and 16.

Support Epiphany’s Mexico Ministry
Epiphany representatives will host a Christmas party for the children of El Florida barrio in Tijuana is next Sunday. Cash donations in support of this important effort may be made by noting “Mexico” on your check .

Next Sunday - Outreach Christmas Cookie Exchange
Please sign up to bake cookies and to setup and sell cookies at the cookie exchange next Sunday after 10 a.m. service. Signup at the Outreach table following services today. Anyone young or old can help us reach our goal while enjoying the holidays. Call or e-mail Marsha Hively at (805) 491-317 or mmhive@earthlink.net for more information.

Upcoming Events

The Annual Epiphany Children’s Potluck Christmas Party hosted by the Mom’s Group, Next Sunday, at 12 noon. Please RSVP to Cynthia at the Church.

Blood Drive
Donate blood Next Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. See Cynthia after church to sign up.

Formation

The Conscious Life
A Special Advent Lecture Series
Presented by Dr. George Lough, clinical psychologist
Explore what it means to have a more conscious life, working to understand God’s place in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Join us for prayer and dinner or come only for the presentation. Call the church office to sign up. Child care available upon request.
Wednesdays, December 5, 12, and 19
6:30 pm Evening prayer and dinner
7:30 Lecture

Check it out:
Epiphany has a brand new blog!!!
www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com
Visit the “Epicenter” to catch up on a class you might have missed and to add your comments to the ongoing conversation. Today: What Christian Spirituality looks like.

At the next Theological Reading Group, Sunday, December 9 at 6:00 p.m., we will be studying The Good News of Jesus by William Countryman and/or Rabbi Jesus by Bruce Chilton.

Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office for more information.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study continues on December 4 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: at the 10 am service. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.

Opportunities to Serve

Hospitality
♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club
 We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!

Sunday 11/25
No Youth Group Meeting tonight.

Monday 11/26
6:30 p.m. Prayer and Contemplation – Chapel
7:30 p.m., Bishop’s Committee Meeting

Tuesday 11/27
9 a.m. Staff Meeting – Founders Hall
7:30 p.m. Bible Study – on break.
Will resume December 4.

Wednesday 11/28
4 p.m. Choristers Rehearsal - Music Rm.
7:30 p.m. Schola Rehearsal - Music Rm.

Thursday 11/29
10:00 a.m. Epiphany Page Turners, Rm. 2
3:10 p.m. “Joyful Noise” - Rm. 2
7:30 p.m. Parish Choir Rehearsal - Music Rm.

Friday 11/30
Office Closed

Upcoming Events
Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols
Don’t miss this beautiful gathering of Epiphany’s combined choirs as we come together in candle-light to hear the ancient prayers, share the Bible lessons and sing the carols and hymns that ring in this most beautiful Season.
Next Sunday, December 2 - 5:00 p.m.

Outreach
Adopt-a-family, Offer a joyful Christmas to a local family in need. Sign up Sundays, December 2, 9 and 16.

Mexico Ministry - Pick a star from the Wishing Tree and purchase the item noted on the star to contribute to the Christmas trip to Mexico where we host a Christmas party for the children of El Florida barrio in Tijuana.

Opportunities for Serving

Hospitality
♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club
 We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!

Formation
The Conscious Life
An Advent Lecture Series
by Dr. George Lough, clinical psychologist
Wednesdays, December 5, 12, and 19
Explore what it means to have a more conscious life, working to understand God’s place in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Join us for prayer and dinner or come only for the presentation. Call the church office to sign up. Child care available upon request.
6:30 pm Evening prayer and dinner 7:30 Lecture

At the next Theological Reading Group, Sunday, December 9 at 6:00 p.m., we will be studying The Good News of Jesus by William Countryman and/or Rabbi Jesus by Bruce Chilton.

Check it out:
Epiphany has a brand new blog!!!
www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com
Visit the “Epicenter” to catch up on a class you might have missed and to add your comments to the ongoing conversation. Today: What Christian Spirituality looks like.

Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office for more information.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study continues on December 4 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: at the 10 am service. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.

Save the Date

Outreach Cookie Exchange – Sunday after church on December 9. Proceeds to benefit Mexico Outreach Trip.

The Annual Epiphany Children’s Potluck Christmas Party hosted by the Mom’s Group, Sunday, December 9, 2007 at 12 noon. Please RSVP.

The days might be cooling down, but the need for blood at area hospitals is not. You can help local patients by donating blood at our Church blood drive on Sunday, December 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. See Cynthia after church to sign up.

Sunday 11/18
Epiphany Harvest Festival!
Join with your friends from church in our Annual Pot Luck Feast tonight at 5:30 p.m. We gather to enjoy good company and excellent food as we present our pledges and offer thanksgiving to God for all our many blessings.

Monday 11/19
Monday Meditation on break this week.

Tuesday 11/20
Bible study breaks for two weeks.
(Resumes December 4.)

Wednesday 11/21
No Choir Rehearsals or classes this week.

Thursday 11/22
Office closed. Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday 11/23
Office Closed

Epiphany Youth Group –EYG tonight will gather as part of the Harvest Festival. We would like to thank all the youth group members and parents who participated in this past week’s Free Meal Program. We appreciate you so much.

Outreach

Any Soldier
Thank you to all who contributed to the packing party last Sunday. We are sending 111 care packages to our soldiers overseas.

Prayer Squares
Looking for a way to share your love and support for wounded veterans? We have three prayer quilts that will go to the Polytrauma Rehabilitation Clinic at the VA Center in West Los Angeles. Stop by the Founders Room after the 10:00 service to tie a knot and say a silent prayer for a wounded warrior. It only takes a few minutes, yet offers much-needed support to a veteran.


Opportunities for Serving

Hospitality
♫ Music Guild needs assistance with light party food and reception set up for upcoming Concerts and Recitals. Please call church office for more information.

Fun Folders Club
We are looking for additional members. Rules: Agree to receive a phone call or e-mail when the church has a big mailing. If available at time of folding, labeling, and stamping, you come in and enjoy the company of your fellow club members. Dues: Absolutely free!


Formation
The Conscious Life
An Advent Lecture Series
by Dr. George Lough, clinical psychologist
Wednesdays, December 5, 12, and 19
Explore what it means to have a more conscious life, working to understand God’s place in our relationships with others and with ourselves. Join us for prayer and dinner or come only for the presentation. Call the church office to sign up. Child care available upon request.
6:30 pm Evening prayer and dinner
7:30 Lecture

At the next Theological Reading Group, Sunday, December 9 at 6:00 p.m., we will be studying The Good News of Jesus by William Countryman and/or Rabbi Jesus by Bruce Chilton.

Check it out:
Epiphany has a brand new blog!!!
www.epiphanyepicenter.blogspot.com
Visit the “Epicenter” to catch up on a class you might have missed and to add your comments to the ongoing conversation. Today: What Christian Spirituality looks like.

Other Ongoing Happenings

Join us in the chapel for prayer, scripture and meditation on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Please call the church office for more information.

The regular Tuesday evening Bible study continues on December 4 from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. at Catherine Polley’s home. For more information, contact the church office. All are welcome!

Sunday School: at the 10 am service. Check in with Karen James, Director, for information and to sign-up.


Save the Date

The days might be cooling down, but the need for blood at area hospitals is not. You can help local patients by donating blood at our Church blood drive on Sunday, December 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 noon. See Cynthia after church to sign up.