Epiphany 1 - January 6th, 2018

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE CREATIVE DOWNTOWN

Feast of the Epiphany

Holy Eucharist Rite II 

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January 6, 2019 10:00am

Welcome to Trinity Episcopal Church We are a faith community welcoming all and affirming the many diverse and wonderful ways God has made us. Wherever you find yourself on your journey, know that this is your sacred home today, shared by others who are caring and committed to being a welcoming, expansive, generous, risk-taking community for the sake of finding, experiencing and spreading God’s love. May you find both sanctuary and Sabbath this day, and may you never forget that you are loved.

Invitation & Instructions for Receiving Holy Communion Here at Trinity we welcome all to the Table set for us at the time of Communion.

As a sign and symbol of solidarity with all who are living with addiction and/or are intolerant of gluten we have decided to serve only non-alcoholic and gluten-free bread.

We hope this is a communicates our collective desire to welcome all.

To receive the gluten-free bread, please put your hands together palms up. To receive the non- alcoholic wine, you may either drink directly from the cup or dip the bread in the cup before eating.

During the time of Communion, we also offer individual prayer at the back of the church and all are welcome to make use of this special time for prayers requests.

The Holy Eucharist Feast of the EPIPHANY JANUARY 6, 2019

RITE TWO 10:00 A.M.

The season of Epiphany is about celebrating how God has shown God’s own self to us through the person, acts and teachings of Jesus.

The Epiphany recognizes and celebrates several things, all connected with the beginnings of Jesus Christ’s work of manifesting (revealing) God. The Feast of Epiphany refers first to the coming of the Wise Men to Jesus. Here we celebrate the revelation of Jesus Christ to the whole world. This is a celebration of the mystery of promise.

The theme of this season is Jesus Christ’s manifesting God to humans. In this way, Epiphany has a deeper meaning than Christmas, for instead of simply celebrating the birth of Christ, it testifies to the whole purpose of the incarnation: the manifestation of God in Jesus Christ beginning with his birth (and recognition by the Magi) and with his baptism and ministry.

During these weeks in Epiphany, we hear of Jesus’ mighty signs (miracles) and teachings as he lives out this manifestation of God. As we hear these stories, we commemorate those works and teachings of Jesus which led up to the final events in Jerusalem—his death and resurrection.

(Weaving God’s Promises, 2011 By Joanna Leiserson. Published by Morehouse Education Resources)

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liturgy of the word  Prelude

All Creatures of Our God and King

Arr. Marty Parks

(Joe Mushenheim, trumpet)

Gathering Song

Jesus Shall Reign

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1982 Hymnal #544

WELCOME Collect of the Day Celebrant: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Let us pray.

O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

(Please be seated for the Lessons.)

The First Lesson Reader:

Isaiah 60:1-6

A reading from Isaiah

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the L ORD has risen upon you.

For darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the L ORD will arise upon you, and his glory will appear over you. Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look around; they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from far away, and your daughters shall be carried on their nurses' arms. Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. A multitude of camels shall cover you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and frankincense and shall proclaim the praise of the LORD. Reader: People:

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.

Thanks be to God.

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Psalm

Psalm 72:1-7,10-14

The Psalm will be chanted responsorially by half-verse. A single voice will sing the first half of each verse, and the congregation is invited to join in singing the second half (in bold text).

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Give the King your justice, / O God, * and your righteousness to / the King's Son;

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That he may rule your people / righteously* and the poor / with justice;

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That the mountains may bring prosperity to the / people, * and the little hills bring / righteousness.

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He shall defend the needy among the / people; * he shall rescue the poor and crush / the oppressor.

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He shall live as long as the sun and / moon endure, * from one generation / to another.

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He shall come down like rain upon / the mown field, * like showers that / water the earth.

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In his time shall the righteous / flourish; * there shall be abundance of peace till the moon shall / be no more.

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The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall pay / tribute, * and the kings of Arabia and Saba / offer gifts.

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All kings shall bow down / before him, * and all the nations / do him service.

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For he shall deliver the poor who cries out / in distress, * and the oppressed who has / no helper.

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He shall have pity on the lowly / and poor; * he shall preserve the lives / of the needy.

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He shall redeem their lives from oppression and / violence, * and dear shall their blood be / in his sight.

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The second Lesson Reader:

Ephesians 3:1-12

A reading from Ephesians

This is the reason that I, Paul, am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles-- for surely you have already heard of the commission of God's grace that was given me for you, and how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I wrote above in a few words, a reading of which will enable you to perceive my understanding of the mystery of Christ. In former generations this mystery was not made known to humankind, as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit: that is, the Gentiles have become fellow heirs, members of the same body, and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel.

Of this gospel I have become a servant according to the gift of God's grace that was given me by the working of his power. Although I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the boundless riches of Christ, and to make everyone see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things; so that through the church the wisdom of God in its rich variety might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have access to God in boldness and confidence through faith in him.

Reader: People:

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.

Thanks be to God.

GraduaL (Please stand as you are able.)

Love Came Down at Christmas (Verses 1&3)

1.) Love came down at Christmas, love all lovely, love divine; love was born at Christmas: star and angels gave the sign.

3.) Love shall be our token; love be yours and love be mine, love to God and neighbor, love for plea and gift and sign.

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The Hymnal 1982 #84

The Gospel

Matthew 2:1-12

Celebrant: The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.

People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, "Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising and have come to pay him homage." When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. They told him, "In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: ‘And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel.'"

Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage." When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.

Celebrant: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to You, Lord Christ.

Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

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Affirmation of Faith

(From Liturgy for the Whole Church: Multigenerational

(Please stand as you are able.)

Resources, by Susan Bock, Church Publishing, 2008)

We believe in God who said, “Let there be light,” and there was!

With that light, God made the world and all people in whom, and through whom, the Light burns on, strong and true.

We believe!

We believe in Jesus, the true Light, who went down to darkness to overcome death, and rose again, to unveil our own brightness, in the victory of whose love a path shines home to God’s heart where all will live forever.

We believe!

We believe in the Spirit, blazing with hope, speaking the truth into every darkness, warming our lives with God’s gifts and call.

We believe!

We believe in the church, where God’s Light is praised, and from where we are sent to love and serve the world.

We believe!

We ask today that a gentle breath blow from above on the light that is in us, the light that is among us, and enflame us anew with the courage of love.

Enflame us, O God! Amen.

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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

(From Liturgy for the Whole Church: Multigenerational

(Please stand as you are able.)

Resources, by Susan Bock, Church Publishing, 2008)

Intercessor: Shine in your church, O God; embolden us, in a dark world, to speak truthfully and to act with the courage of love. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Intercessor: Shine on your world, O God; heal the warring of nations and the wounding of the earth to give us peace at last. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Intercessor: Shine for your people, O God; make us one human family who clothe each other with mercy and feed each other with justice. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Intercessor: Shine in our hearts, O God; help us to reach to the heavens and deep in our souls to seek you, to find you, and to know you. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Intercessor: Shine in the saints and departed, O God; teach us to follow their lead to outrageous faith and eternal love. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Intercessor: Shine for the afflicted, O God; remind them of your deep compassion and how you tenderly bear all our sorrows. We lift up the names of those who have asked for our prayers including‌. This day and always, People: Christ, be our light.

Celebrant:

People:

Shine, O God, as the Light that creates, the Light that calls, the Light that comes again with every dawn. Shine as the Light that scatters every shadow, and the Light in which we promise to walk, with your help.

Amen.

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THE CONFESSION OF SIN & ABSOLUTION Celebrant:

(From the Blog Wonderings Through Life and Other Such Nonsense by Pastor Nancy Gowler Johnson)

The prophet speaks of the coming light of God which calls all the people of the earth to come together in God’s realm of shalom.

Let us confess the ways in which we have rejected God’s vision of wholeness.

Celebrant and People: God of light and darkness, we have seen the glimmer of your star-light beckoning to us, but we have turned away and followed other paths.

We confess that we have not loved you with all our heart, with all our soul, with all our mind, and with all our strength.

We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

Forgive us, Holy One. Strengthen our faltering steps and guide us in your holy way of peace.

Celebrant: People:

Lift up your eyes and see the grace of God poured out into our lives.

The light of God shines through the darkness.

Our hearts rejoice for Christ is in our midst. Amen.

THE PEACE Celebrant: People:

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Liturgy of the Table  Offertory sentence Offertory

Trust Medley

Arr. Camp Kurtland

(Joe Mushenheim, trumpet)

The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant: People Celebrant: People Celebrant: People

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Celebrant: Truly it is right and good to glorify you at all times and in all places, by offering you our thanksgiving, O Lord. You spoke and the light shattered darkness, order arose from confusion. You breathed into the dust of the earth and we were formed in your image.

Through your Son, our Lord Jesus, you came to us while we wandered.

He met us as a refugee, a threatened child.

He called us by name to leave what is comfortable to be his disciples, friends and partners.

With his outstretched arms on the cross, and through his death he bore our sins and through his resurrection we are saved.

And through your Holy Spirit you brood over the chaos we create, mothering us and shaping a new creation.

You enlighten everyone coming into the world.

You inspired the prophets and the apostles to find the right word at the right time. You liberate, equip and commission your people for the continuance of your mission to make everything new.

Therefore, with angels and archangels and with all the company of heaven we proclaim and sing your glory:

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Sanctus

Holy, Holy, Holy

Wonder, Love & Praise #858

Celebrant continues: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night in which he was betrayed, took the bread and when he had given thanks to you, broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take, eat: this is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.

The same way after supper, he took the cup and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them saying: 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. Do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.

Celebrant and People:

Lord, we commemorate your death on the cross, we celebrate your resurrection, and we await your coming in glory.

Eternal God, let your Holy Spirit move in power over us and over these earthly gifts of bread and wine, that they may be the communion of the body and blood of Christ, and that we may become one in him. May his coming in glory find us ever watchful in prayer, strong in truth and love, and faithful in the breaking of the bread. Then, at last, all peoples will be free, all divisions healed, and with your whole creation, we will sing your praise, through your Son, Jesus Christ.

Through Christ, with Christ, in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all glory and honor are yours, almighty God, for ever and ever. AMEN. 12

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

Fraction & Invitation Celebrant: Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People: Therefore, let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

Celebrant: The Gifts of God for the People of God. Holy food for holy people.

(Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion.)

We welcome ALL to come forward to receive Communion as a sign of God’s love in and for our lives. To receive the gluten-free bread, please put your hands together, palms up. To receive the non-alcoholic wine, you may either drink directly from the cup or dip the bread in the cup before eating. If you are unable to come forward and wish to have Communion brought to you, please inform a greeter.

Need prayer for yourself or someone else? During Communion come to the prayer station in the back. Prayers may be requested for healing, medical procedures, safe travels, strength patience and more. Blessings for birthdays, anniversaries and other events may also be requested.

All are welcome to take advantage of this opportunity, but no one is required; know that you are welcome and wanted just as you are.

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Communion Music

What Star is This

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1982 Hymnal #124

Communion Music

Angels from the Realm of Glory

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1982 Hymnal #93

The Post Communion Prayer (Please stand as you are able.)

Eternal God, you have graciously accepted us as living members of our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.

Send us now into the world in peace and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Savior. Amen.

Blessing Sending Song

Go Tell it on a Mountain

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LEVAS #21

Chalking oF the Church Door for the New Year During the Sending Song we will all process to the front door and at the end of the song will step outside to “chalk our doors.”

Since the Middle Ages there has been a tradition that on (or near) the feast of the Epiphany we pray for God’s blessing on our homes, marking the entrance with chalk (an incarnational image reminding us of the dust of the earth from which we were made). We mark the main door of our home with the initials of the Magi and the numerals of the new year, connected with crosses: 20 + C + M + B + 19 The initials remind us of the legendary names of the Magi – Caspar, Melchior, and Balthasar – and also stand for the Latin motto: Christus mansionem benedicat, “May Christ bless this house.” In the Book of Exodus, the Israelites marked their doors with blood so that the Lord would pass over their homes; but in this ritual, we mark our doors with chalk as a sign that we have invited God’s presence and blessing into our homes.

Blessing of the Chalk: Priest: People: Priest: People:

Our help is the name of the Lord: The maker of heaven and earth.

The Lord shall watch over your going out and your coming in: From this time forth for evermore.

Let us pray.

Loving God, bless this chalk which you have created, that it may be helpful to your people; and grant that through the invocation of your most Holy Name that we who use it in faith to write upon the door of this home the names of your holy ones Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, may receive health of body and protection of soul for all who dwell in or visit our home; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing of the DOOR: Using the blessed chalk mark the frame of the front door as follows: 20 + C + M + B + 19: Priest: Let us pray. Christus Mansionem Benedictat, “May Christ bless the house (of God.)” Just as the three Wise Men, Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar followed the star of God’s Son may we too follow that star in our lives each day. Bless all who walk through these doors with the gift of your love; and grant that we may manifest that love to each other and to all whose lives we touch. May we grow in grace and in the knowledge and love of you; guide, comfort, and strengthen us in peace, O Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen

Dismissal Celebrant: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord!

People: Thanks be to God! 17

Trinity Episcopal Church

Epiphany 1C January 6, 2019

Progressive * Inclusive * Creative * Downtown 316 Adams Street, Toledo, OH trinitytoledo.org 419-243-1231

Trinity Pages #LOVE IS THE WAY! Good morning and “welcome home” to Trinity!

Whether you are new to our community or have found yourself coming back again and again, we want you to know you are both welcome and wanted here among us.

For some, church is as comfortable and familiar as a good pair of jeans, or like coming back to your childhood home (if it is one filled with good memories). For others, church might be like visiting a foreign country where you experience unfamiliar language or customs. And then, sadly, for some church has become equated with feelings of hurt, rejection, or shame. We get all of that, and believe that church can be different.

We hold in real tension the beauty of our tradition with Jesus’ mandate to welcome all, no exceptions.

And we get that if people are brave enough to walk through the doors of a big, Gothic-looking church in downtown Toledo, we’d better be serious about being progressive, inclusive and creative.

We love our Episcopal tradition, but we love people from all walks of life even more. It is our hope and prayer that together we will navigate our way through each gathering, worship service, outreach activity, class, meal and social time with humility, grace and laughter.

So thank you for being here today; for trusting the yearning that brought you through those ancient doors.

May we all find our way into the heart of God’s love as we make room for each and all of us at the Table of love we set together week after week.

And may you never forget you are loved

Lisa

TODAY (1/6)

Next Week (1/13)

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Reader Guild: Gary Franklin Roberta Durham Sherre Smith

Reader Guild: Amy Burris Jeffrey Albright Bob Meeker

Liturgical Assistants: Scott Dibling Mary Wabeke

Liturgical Assistants: Ruth Foote Mary Beroske

Altar Guild: Sue Smitley

Altar Guild: Amy/Keith Burris

Greeter Guild: Keith Sparrow

Greeter Guild: Wayne North

Hospitality: 9a Jolene & Donna 11:15a Lucy & Denise

Hospitality: 9a Bueche Family 11:15a TBD

January Birthdays Jan 3 Jan 8 Jan 13 Jan 16 Jan 22 Jan 24 Jan 26 Jan 28 Jan 28

Donna Steppe Gail Abood Liam Cousino Bettye Jo Hansbarger Gary Franklin Larry Scharf Joni Zechman Amy Burris Terry Kahler

Altar Flowers Given for the Glory of God If you are interested in an altar flower dedication, email the office.

Announcements

This Week

Altar Flower Sign Up Interested in purchasing altar flowers in honor or memory of a loved one? Sign up on the board in the back of the sanctuary.

Sunday, January 6 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation 3:30-5:30 Universal Orthodox Worship

SIGN UP TODAY for January POP-UP DINNERS!!

This is a wonderful way to get to know a small group of people at church while sharing a meal in a member’s home. All are welcome. Sign Up Sheets in the back.

Monday, January 7 9:30-3:00 Next to New Shop Open 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting

SAVE THE DATE(S)

Tuesday, January 8 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting Sunday 1/13 - Annual Budget Presentation & Conversation 4:00-5:30 Open Table Toledo Advisory Mtg Please join us for a presentation of the vestry approved 7:00-8:30 Building & Grounds Meeting 2019 budget and a conversation about our finances in My Brother’s Place.

Wednesday, January 9 10:00-11:30 Staff Meeting Sunday 1/ 20 – Annual Parish Meeting 12:10 Healing Eucharist in Chapel Please join us for our Annual Meeting immediately 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting following service on January 20, 2019.

Thursday, January 10 Sunday 1/20, 3:30p – WYCA’s “I Rise” Unity March 9:30-3:00 Next to New Shop Open Please join us for the 3rd annual YWCA Unity March. The 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting march will begin at the Toledo Loves Love wall at 3:30pm 5:00-6:30 Finance Meeting and will end at Trinity Episcopal Church around 4:30pm Friday, January 11 with some light hospitality like water and restrooms.

12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 6:00-7:30 Food for Thought (PBJ making)

CALLED TO SERVE?

Sundays at 9a - Community Breakfast Ministry Can you take the heat in the kitchen? Are you the ultimate host/hostess? If you are interested in either preparing, serving or hosting Sunday morning breakfast, up in My Brother’s Place, please email Kim Henkel at kimberlyhenkel@hotmail.com for more information on joining one of our breakfast teams!

Mondays & Thursdays, 9:30a-3p – Next to New Are you skilled in organizing or building beautiful displays? How about a natural born salesman? Stop on down to Next to New on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30a-3p to volunteer with us or browse the shop! Email Lynzi Miller at lynzi@trinitytoledo.org with questions.

Saturday, January 12 Office Closed 9:00-10:30 Men’s Bible Study Rick’s City Diner, 5333 Monroe St. Sunday, January 13 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation 1:00-3:00 Leadership Toledo - YiPEE 3:30-5:30

Universal Orthodox Worship

Trinity Prayer List Please remember those who have asked for our prayers: Brenda Kuntz Mark Childers Amira Holly To have your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, contact the office.

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE CREATIVE DOWNTOWN Vestry Leadership Alice Todd, Senior Warden Becky Roth, Junior Warden Greg Shumaker, Treasurer Jamie Paul, Asst. Treasurer Darrell Cousino Dennis Degnan Jill Hunt Karen Johnson-Webb Tim Reeder

Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Nate Leonard, Director of Music & the Arts Heather Meyer, Director of Operations & Community Coordinator Lynzi Miller, Next to New Manager & Communications Coordinator Jane Bueche, Parish Accountant Amy Saylor, Seminarian Elizabeth Cousino, Special Projects Coordinator Alma Shebib, Nursery Attendant

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