Sunday, December 30, 2007

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.

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

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, December 9, 2007

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!