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Sunday 17 January 2021
  The Second Sunday After The Epiphany

The Collect

Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
  • 1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20)
  • 1 Corinthians 6:12-20
  • John 1:43-51
  • Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
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In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
For all people in their daily life and work;
For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
For this community, the nation, and the world;
For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation;
For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;
For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
For the peace and unity of the Church of God;
For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
For Michael, our Presiding Bishop; and Mark, our Diocesan Bishop; and for all bishops and other ministers;
For all who serve God in his Church.
For all who have requested our prayers, especially Florimon family, Wade & Timothy,  Lori and Family, Chris, Blake, Mike, Brad, Regina, Tyka, Debbie, Monica, Margaret and Charles, Barry, Jack, MaryAnn, Teri, Karen, Becky, Alene, Ann, Barb & Jake, Twila and Family, Mark, Charles, Jackie, Scottlyn, Steve, Ivan, Jennie, Pidge, Sue, Betty, Joseph, Drew, Julie, Mair,  Kathleen, Walter, Kay, Carolyn, Don, Jean, Irene,   Hugh, Sharon, Marty, Bill, Jean, Tom, Susan & Gabe, Wayne, Sophia, Chad, Rodriguez Family, Perry, Shirley, Betty & Clarence, Carry & Reedus, Dorothy & Tommy, Bonnie & Ger, Francine & Tom, Stephanie, Grace Episcopal
For all who have died; especially Mary Cox, Mabel, Teeter Maingin, Norm Harrison. May God comfort all those who are grieving.
 For people who are isolated and alone. For people living with mental illness. For people who struggle with addictions, especially the members of recovery groups who meet at Grace. For people experiencing domestic violence. For people living in war-ravaged areas. For families and friends of all who have been killed by gun violence in our state and in our country. For those who are ill and for their families. For healthcare workers and first responders. For our elected leaders and leaders of all nations. For people serving in the military of this and every nation, especially Christopher, Sam, Adam, and Jake. For peacekeepers and all who are working for justice.  In the Diocesan Cycle of prayer, we pray for St. James Church, Prestonsburg - The Rev. Sister Judy Yunker, Priest-in-Partnership.  In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for The Anglican Church of Australia.
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Don't forget to mail in your Pledges and your Regular Support!!!!
Bills are still coming in, even tho people are not.  
Please help Grace financially by staying current in your Offerings.  
Please mail to: Grace Episcopal Church
PO Box 6590 
Florence, KY 41022-6590.

THANK YOU to those who have sent and continue to send Offerings 
SPEAKING OF OFFERINGS!!!!
Your 2021 Offering Envelopes will be available to pick up from the Church startingTuesday 19 January.  New Year..New Numbers!!!!  Call Kellis for info!

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Our Outreach Programs, (location), Need
  • St. Paul’s Food Barrel, (Narthex): personal hygiene products.
  • Naked Babies, (Narthex) New receiving blankets, onsies, and pajamas.
  • Race Track (Rogue’s Gallery), under garments (men's and women's - size medium), white socks, and work gloves.
  • Weekend Back Packs, (Parish Hall), individual servings of food. 
  • PiN Ministry (1st Sunday Plate Offering): $ for sandwich meat
  • Priest’s Discretionary (3rd Sunday Plate Offering).

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NOT!!!!!    Happening This Week at Grace:
MONDAY:           6a          AA - Upon Awakening (PH)
TUESDAY:          6:30p     Al-Anon -  Steppin’ Out (PH)
WEDNESDAY:    6a          AA - Upon Awakening (PH)
THURSDAY:       
5:30p     Stephen’s Dance Studio (PH & UC)
FRIDAY:              6a          AA - On Awakening (PH)
                            6:30p     AA - new group!   (UC)
                            7p          AA - By The Grace (PH)
SATURDAY:       7:30a      AA - Eye Opener (PH)
(PH) = Parish Hall      (UC) = Undercroft    (N) = Nave

CHURCH IS CLOSED TO ALL MEETINGS, GATHERINGS, ASSEMBLIES!!!
ONCE THE BISHOP OF LEXINGTON HAS DECLARED GRACE OPEN...THESE GATHERINGS CAN RESUME.  Keep checking here and our Facebook page for notification.


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The Catechist’s Corner    
The Sacraments
Q. What are the sacraments?
A. The sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we receive that grace.
Q. What is grace?
A. Grace is God’s favor towards us, unearned and undeserved; by grace God forgives our sins, enlightens our minds, stirs our hearts, and strengthens our wills.
Q. What are the two great sacraments of the Gospel?
A. The two great sacraments given by Christ to his Church are Holy Baptism and the Holy Eucharist.  (Pp 857-8, BCP)

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