The Church of the EpiphanyAn Episcopal Church

Established 1905

PO Box 116Guntersville, Alabama 35976

256-582-4897www.EpiphanyGuntersville.org

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Celebrating God’s love with all people

Holy Eucharist Rite II with Holy BaptismAll Saints’ Sunday

November 6, 2016 10:30 a.m.

The Rev. Aaron D. Raulerson, RectorThe Rt. Rev. John McKee Sloan, Bishop of Alabama

Mrs. Shelly Hardin, Youth Director

Prelude: Goin’ Home Kathy Morita, Kay Benefield and Valerie Fleming

All stand

Processional Hymn: For All the Saints, Who From Their Labors Rest

Hymnal 287

Holy Baptism BCP 299

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

Celebrant There is one Body and one Spirit; People There is one hope in God's call to us; Celebrant One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; People One God and Father of all.

The Lord be with you.People And also with you.Celebrant Let us pray.

lmighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord:

Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

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The First Reading: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18

A Reading (Lesson) from the Book of Daniel

n the first year of King Belshazzar of Babylon, Daniel had a dream and visions of his head as he lay in bed. Then he wrote down the dream: I,

Daniel, saw in my vision by night the four winds of heaven stirring up the great sea, and four great beasts came up out of the sea, different from one another. As for me, Daniel, my spirit was troubled within me, and the visions of my head terrified me. I approached one of the attendants to ask him the truth concerning all this. So he said that he would disclose to me the interpretation of the matter: “As for these four great beasts, four kings shall arise out of the earth. But the holy ones of

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the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever—forever and ever.”

The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Psalm 149 BCP 807

1 Hallelujah!Sing to the Lord a new song; *sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.

2 Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.

3 Let them praise his Name in the dance; *let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.

4 For the Lord takes pleasure in his people *and adorns the poor with victory.

5 Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *let them be joyful on their beds.

6 Let the praises of God be in their throat *and a two-edged sword in their hand;

7 To wreak vengeance on the nations *and punishment on the peoples;

8 To bind their kings in chains *and their nobles with links of iron;

9 To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *this is glory for all his faithful people.Hallelujah!

The Second Reading: Ephesians 1:11-23

A Reading (Lesson) from the Letter of Paul to the Ephesians

n Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things

according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance toward redemption as God’s own people, to the praise of his glory. I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I do

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not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe, according to the working of his great power. God put this power to work in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the age to come. And he has put all things under his feet and has made him the head over all things for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.

The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.

Sequence Hymn: For Thy Dear Saints, O Lord Hymnal 279

The Holy Gospel: Luke 6:20-31

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to LukePeople Glory to you Lord, Christ.

hen he looked up at his disciples and said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. “Blessed are you who are

hungry now, for you will be filled. “Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. “Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets. “But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. “Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry. “Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep. “Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets. “But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone

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who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you.

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The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you Lord Christ.

The Sermon: The Rev. Aaron D. Raulerson

We welcome today through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism Hartford Coleman Nichols, Camden Mitchell Carta and

Kaitlynd Michelle Hassinger

Presentation and Examination of the Candidate BCP 301The Baptismal Covenant BCP 304Prayers for the Candidate BCP 305Thanksgiving Over the Water BCP 306The Baptism BCP 307

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.People And also with you.

The Offertory

Offertory Anthem: And God Shall Wipe Away All Tears

The Doxology (Old 100th)Praise God, from whom all blessings flow.

Praise Him all creatures here below.Praise Him above ye heavenly host.

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

Blessing of Pledge CardsAccept, O Lord, these tokens of our love. Receive them as signs of our pledge and commitment to the spread of your kingdom. By your word of blessing and grace, may they blossom forth as leaves on a tree, as flowers in our hearts, as blessings of your church, as joy in Christ Jesus. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer D BCP 372The People remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest, faces them and sings or says 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 him thanks and praise.

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Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds

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 splendour 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 (say),

Celebrant and People

Sanctus Hymnal S 125

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.

The people stand or kneel.Then the Celebrant continues

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.

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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.

At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it, and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.

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.

Celebrant and People

We praise you, we bless you,we give thanks to you,and we pray to you, Lord our God.

The Celebrant continues

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,

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redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace.

Remember those who are baptized today; Hartford, Camden and Kaitlynd.

Remember those on our prayer list; Bryce, Chris, Larry, Ellie, Judy, Elaine, Gayle, Rusty, Evelyn, Joan, Kim, Marnie, Bonnie, Nien, Miyoko, David, Susan, Barbara, John, King, Doris, Bill, Ann, Becky, Linda, Marina, Ray, and David.

Remember the saints who have gone before us, those who we love yet see no more, especially Joe, Ray, Betty, Annette, Ed, McRae, Charles, Billie, Robert, Cal, Darlene, John, Bob, L. P., Edsel, Lloyd, Ray, Irene, Clarissa, Jackie, Bettie, Beulah, Myron, Betty, Leigh, Lonnie, Elaine, William, Anne, Carol, Caryl, Betty, and Abby.

Remember all who have died in the peace of Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone; bring them into the place of eternal joy and light.

And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, with those whom we have named 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, forever and ever. AMEN.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heavenGive us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those

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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 BCP 364The Fraction Anthem Hymnal S154

(Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.)Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;Therefore let us keep the feast.(Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.)

Receiving Holy Communion All baptized Christians are welcome to receive the Sacrament of our Lord’s Body and Blood at Epiphany’s altar. Gluten-free: Please indicate your need to the priest when receiving and a gluten-free wafer will be given.

Hymns during communionHoly Water Liz RiehlTake My Life, and Let it Be Consecrated Hymnal 707Blest are the Pure in Heart Hymnal 656Jerusalem, My Happy Home Hymnal 620

Postcommunion Prayer BCP 365

Let us pray.

Eternal God, heavenly Father,you have graciously accepted us as living membersof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,and you have fed us with spiritual foodin the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.Send us now into the world in peace,and grant us strength and courageto love and serve youwith gladness and singleness of heart;through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The BlessingAnnouncements

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Closing Procession I Sing a Song of the Saints Hymnal 293The Dismissal BCP 366

Please join us in Sanderson Hall for a reception in honor of the newly baptized.

Crucifer: Marsha Babb Torch Bearers: Ben Perkins, Kate JacksonServer: Rusty Ogden Chalice Bearers: Bill Thompson, Micky Gaines

Gospel Book: Michael Raulerson Clergy Cross: Mikayla Moses Lectors: Jim Coleman, Bryce Blair Intercessor: Jackie Camper

Ushers: Sam Harrison, Rick CooleyGreeters: Sherry Mayberry, Melissa Brazelton-Reeves

Sound: Jerry Mohr Altar Guild: Cindy Barraza/Kelly Auman, Lisa Amburn, Debi Houston

Children's Sunday School: Melissa B.-Reeves, Matthew MayberryYouth Sunday School: Shelly Hardin, Jonathon Scott, Tiffany Martin

Children's Church: Matthey Mayberry, Sherry MayberryCounters: Cindy Billinghurst, Jim Coleman

The Rector’s CornerAll Saints' Day

Transferred from November 1 to today, the Feast of All Saints is a celebration and remembrance of the entire communion of saints. In the Episcopal tradition, the term "saint" refers to a holy person, a faithful Christian, one who shares life in Christ. All Saints' Day (or All Soul's Day, which is Nov. 2nd) can include a remembrance of the faithful departed - all those Christians who have died in the faith and gone before us into that more perfect relationship with God. These are the saints who are both known and unknown to us, who now make up the cloud of witnesses to the faith.

2016 Budget Status as of Sunday 10/30/2016Pledge Plate Total

Budgeted to date $214,518 $50,393 $264,911 (after reductions)

Received to date $210,429 $45,100 $255,529 (includes Prepaid Pledges) - $ 4,089 -$ 5,293 -$ 9,382

EfM Collect of the Week: O God of enlightenment,We thank you for our "aha" moments;

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We pray for acceptance of things we don't understandSo that we may grow in faith and wisdom. Amen.

IRON BOWL TICKETSBuy a chance for two tickets to the November 26 Iron Bowl. The drawing will be held in Sanderson Hall on Wednesday, November 16 at 6 p.m. You do not have to be present to win. Tickets are available in the church office. Prices are as follows: $1 = 1 ticket, $5 = 6 tickets, $10 = 15 tickets, $20 = 40 tickets, $50 = 100 tickets, $100 = 250 tickets. Make checks payable to Epiphany.

EYC QUILT RAFFLEThe EYC will be selling raffle tickets for a beautiful 82 ½ ” x 95” quilt made by the Lakeside Quilters. You may purchase raffle tickets in the office. The proceeds will be used by the youth to support six children through Marshall County Christmas Coalition. The drawing will be held on November 19th at 1:30 p.m. at the Epiphany Holiday Faire. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $1 each, 6 tickets for $5 and 25 tickets for $20. Make checks payable to Epiphany and note “EYC quilt” in the memo area. 

CHURCHNEXTJoin Fr. Aaron on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Woodall Commons for our new ChurchNext video series: “A Christian Response to Gun Violence.” From the ChurchNext website: How are Christians to respond to the pervasive firearm violence that roils the United States? Episcopal bishop and theologian Eugene Sutton offers a challenging and inspiring response that can help Christians think through this difficult issue.

NOT TOO LATE FOR CHURCH DIRECTORYEach family participating in the Church Pictorial Directory receives a Free Directory and Complimentary 8x10 portrait. If you were not able to make the dates in October there is a make-up day on December 3. Go to the church web site EpiphanyGuntersville.org and click on the Lifetouch link on our Links page to make your appointment. If you cannot make that date, see Rusty in the office for an alternative time.

LIVING COMPASS – MINDFUL EATINGThe second, Living Compass workshop is being offered at 6:00 p.m. Tuesdays in Woodall Commons beginning November 8. There is a sign-up sheet on the nave bulletin board. Living Well Through Advent 2016 booklets will be available within the next few weeks. The booklet

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contains readings and reflections for each day of Advent, which connect the Scriptures of the week to a life of wellness in the 21st century.

Week of November 6 thru November 13Vestry Person of the Month: Barry Jones

Today Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m.Breakfast – breakfast casserole 8:45 a.m.Nursery 9:30 a.m.Sunday School 9:30 a.m.Inquirer’s/Confirmation Class 9:30 a.m.Lectionary Discussion Group 9:30 a.m.Holy Eucharist and Holy Baptism 10:30 a.m.Children’s Church 10:30 a.m.Youth Confirmation Class 3:30 p.m.Sr. EYC 5:00 p.m.

Monday Monday Morning Book Club 10:00 a.m.EfM 6:00 p.m.Stewardship Ministry meeting 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m.Living Compass – Mindful Eating 6:00 p.m.Buildings and Grounds Ministry meeting 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Service of Healing 11:30 a.m.Holy Eucharist 5:30 p.m.Veterans Dinner – Chicken Alfredo 6:00 p.m.Programs & Choir Practice 6:30 p.m.

Thursday Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m.Finance Ministry meeting 6:00 p.m.

Friday Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study 7:00 a.m.Saturday Brotherhood of St. Andrew 8:00 a.m.

Free Beans and Rice 10:00 a.m.Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m.

Breakfast 8:45 a.m.Nursery 9:30 a.m.Sunday School 9:30 a.m.Inquirer’s/Confirmation Class 9:30 a.m.Lectionary Discussion Group 9:30 a.m.Outreach Ministry meeting 9:30 a.m.Holy Eucharist 10:30 a.m.Children’s Church 10:30 a.m.Youth Confirmation Class 3:30 p.m.Sr. EYC 5:00 p.m.

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CELEBRATE OUR VETERANSAre you a veteran? We are eternally grateful for your service! Please join your church family on Wednesday, November 9th at 6:00 p.m. for dinner in your honor.

ADULT INQUIRER'S/CONFIRMATION CLASSDo you wish to be Confirmed by the Bishop next January, and officially join Epiphany as a member of the parish? The class is being held during the traditional Sunday School time of 9:30-10:15.

OUTREACH THANSGIVING INGATHERINGThe Outreach Ministry is sponsoring their annual Ingathering of food for the food pantry. Paper bags, with suggested items are available in Sanderson Hall. Full bags are to be turned in on Sunday, November 13.

LIVING GENEROUSLY PLEDGE CAMPAIGN UPDATEWe will ask God’s blessing today on our pledge cards at the altar, giving thanks to God for the generous gifts we have already received.

Epiphany’s Campaign Team would like to thank the fifty-seven (57) Epiphany individuals and families who have made a pledge to the General Fund for 2017. To date, we have received pledges totaling $177.798. The average pledge is $3,119.

If you have not yet completed a pledge card and intend to do so, you may put it in the offering plate, mail it in, or bring it to the office. You may also call your pledge into Epiphany’s Financial Assistant, Charlene Mason, at 256-582-4897, or e-mail your pledge to Charlene@EpiphanyGuntersville.org

Wonderful things are in store for Epiphany’s ministries in 2017. Your gifts are appreciated!

2017 Pledged by Dollar RangeAs of November 3, 2016

$2,425 or less* 29$2,425 - $4,999.99 16$5,000 - $9,999.99 10$10,000 - $19,999.99 2Total Number of Pledges 57Total Dollar Amount of Pledges $ 177,798

Average Pledge $ 3,119*Represents a tithe (10%) for a family of four with an annual income of $24,250.

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If you have questions concerning the origin of this baseline amount,please ask Fr. Aaron or Shari Harrison, Treasurer.

Today we remember:

The Rev. Joseph SandersonRay Eugene Clines

Betty WheelerAnnette Dunn

Ed KilnerMcRae Benefield

The Very Rev. Charles Edward ReevesBillie McDaniel

Robert ThorntonCal Dabney

Darlene LuckJohn Meredith

Bob VassL. P. Jones

Edsel BurchLloyd PendleyRay Kennamer

Irene MassingillClarissa Hiscock

Jackie BurchBettie Kennamer

Beulah Rau Myron Harold Collins

Betty MortonLeigh Grass

Lonnie McCormickElaine Dixon Scott

William BarnesAnne DasherCarol Murphy

The Rev. Caryl Jean AltizerBetty Rinckwitz

Abby Mason

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The flowers on the altar are dedicated to the Glory of God and in loving memory of all the saints and in honor of those being baptized today.

The Rev. James T. Alves by Lucy Alves

Mr. & Mrs. Rayburn McCormick, Russell & Corilla Benefield by William & Kay Benefield

Cody Duncan and Joey Duncan by Anita Duncan

Annette Dunn, Clarissa Hiscock, Mary Lou Williams, Ann Sanders by Marina Dunn

Emmitt Black, Christine Burks, O. A. Burks & and Charlotte Black, by Dave Burks & Gene Black

Jeannette Durand, Francis Durand, Eva St. Pierre, Dollard St. Pierre, Elizabeth Mary Durand, Zedeor Durand, John McAllister, Jonathan Zygmont, Susan Richotte, Emma Durand, Stephen Durand, Joseph McAllister, Mercedes McShane, William McShane

by Nancy & Jim McAllister

B.L. & Jean Bishop, Tom Harrison & Veneta Bates, by Sam & Shari Harrison

George and Barbara W. Newman, Buck Newman, Michael Dal Ponte by Janet Newman Maxwell and family

I appreciate the person who honored me today with the dedication of the candles on the altar. Kay Benefield

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Please let us know who you are by signing the Guest Book located on our Visitor’s Table at the entrance to the Nave.

See an Usher or Greeter for assistanceDevices are available to aid the hearing of the service either with ear buds for each ear or to slip over one ear if you currently wear a hearing aid.

The candles on the altar are dedicated to the Glory of God and in honor of Kay Benefield.

In Our PrayersFor all who suffer in mind, body, or spirit, especially for:

*Our Parish Family: Bryce Blair, Ray Werden, Evelyn Morris, Linda Harborth, John Branum, Miyoko Frost, Ann Branum, Barbara Nye, Bonnie Barker, Gayle Roadruck, Marina Dunn, Doris Webb, Ellie Werden, King Nye, Larry Pfeiffer

*Our Extended Parish Family: Elaine Graber (Regina Coleman’s sister), Marnie Kruglewicz (Kay Meleski’s friend), Chris Madeksho (Jim Coleman’s sister), Rusty Chorba (Jody Chorba’s brother), Nien Tran (Aaron Raulerson’s friend), Becky Cibula (Barbara Gardner’s daughter), David Raspilair (Bickie Raspilair’s son), Judy Blair, (Bryce Blair’s sister-in-law), Bill Hooper (Will Smith’s brother), David Kirk (Evelyn Morris’ friend), Joan Wedgworth (Micky Gaines’ friend), Susan Ridly (Charlotte French’s sister), Kim Howell (Rusty Ogden’s niece)

**Remembering: Carol Murphy, Abby Mason

Parish Family Birthdays: November 6 thru November 12Debi Houston, Dottie Mosley, John Pate, J. R. Foster

Our Diocesan Family : We pray for our companion dioceses of Alaska and the Virgin Islands and their bishops Mark and Ambrose.

DOK Prayer Requests: There are “Daughters of the King” Prayer Request cards available in the pew. Prayer requests should be placed in the prayer box at the back of the nave. The daughters pray every day.

*Names will remain on the list for two months unless otherwise requested. Prayer Concern names can be submitted by placing a note in the office door mail slot or e-mailing the church office. When submitting prayer concerns, please give person’s full

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name, the reason for prayer need, sign your name and indicate the person’s relationship to our parish.

**Names of the deceased will appear for one month after date of death.

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