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Art Ministry
The Art Ministry is about providing emerging artists a venue to showcase
their work through monthly exhibits in our gallery. Over the years,
we have exhibited many parishioners work including painting, photography
and mixed media, as well as work by many other local artists. God’s
bounty of creation is shared through these diverse and changing exhibits
that also include art from Emmaus House and Holy Comforter, art related
to the church calendar and visual supports for Adult Education programs.
In the case of diocesan groups, they benefit by receiving 100% of
any sales. By exhibiting their creative work, other artists receive
more exposure and opportunity for sales. Our parish benefits by having
interesting work that enhances our space and by retaining 25% of any
sales.
The work of the ministry includes: finding and scheduling the artists,
installing their work in our gallery, introducing the artist through
articles in the Star, and accounting of sales.. At the end of each
calendar year, annual profits are distributed toward needs (mostly
with a visual component) in the parish as determined by the committee
and the Rector. In the past Art Ministry profits have gone to Vacation
Bible Camp, Outreach, new vestments for our clergy and a wireless
microphone system for the church.
Liefy Smith, 404.378.3356
Coffee Hour & Summer Breakfast
Regular Coffee Hour during the school year and Summer Breakfasts give
us a chance to gather between morning services. Individuals or groups
who can serve as hosts/hostesses one or two Sundays a year make these
welcoming events possible.
Brent Henderson, 404.288.1188
Daughters of the King
Our chapter of Daughters of the King (DOK), an order for laywomen,
gathers on the fourth Saturday of each month at Regency House (341
Winn Way, Decatur, GA). Intercessory prayer and service are the heart
of the vocation, and while there are no pre-designated areas of service,
women of all ages find support here for work within and beyond the
parish to further Christ’s Kingdom.
Jane Scott, 770.985.4487
Episcopal Church Women
Episcopal Church Women (ECW) meet on the second Tuesday of each month
during the school year. They gather for a program and potluck at 11:00
a.m. and sponsor various fund-raisers to support charitable endeavors.
The Rev. Barbara Ryder,
404.373.9472
Men’s Breakfast Group
If you’re a fellow who’s an early riser, perhaps knowing
that a Men’s Breakfast Group meets after the Tuesday 7:00 a.m.
service will encourage your involvement with this group of great guys.
Bill Graves, 404.373.7197
Newcomers’ Committee
The Newcomers’ Committee welcomes newcomers into our community
and assists them in getting “plugged into” activities and
ministries by hosting quarterly cookouts and dessert parties. The
committee helps the larger parish get acquainted with our newfound
companions.
Mike McAuliffe, 770.414.1815
Marshall Jolly, 859.707.8653
Young Families
Young families with children up to age 5 gather throughout the year
for fellowship and fun. Events may include family potluck dinners
and parent socials. Your ideas and involvement are welcome!
Laura Gary, 678.462.0237
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Parish
Events
Agápe Supper
This dinner is the beginning of our Maundy Thursday Liturgy. While
in the Parish Hall, and around the table, we will hear the gospel
story of Jesus washing the disciples’ feet, wash each other’s
feet, and celebrate the Eucharist. Then we will move into the church
for the stripping of the altar and the reservation of the consecrated
bread in preparation for our all-night vigil.
Annual Fling & Silent Auction
Everyone looks forward to the Annual Spring Fling and Silent Auction,
which promises fabulous food, an interesting assortment of auction
items, and entertainment. Volunteers plan this extravaganza and help
solicit auction contributions.
Easter Breakfast
There is a festive Easter Breakfast between services Easter morning,
during which the parish children participate in an Easter Egg hunt.
Epiphany Pageant
In January the Epiphany Pageant and Potluck celebrates the coming
of the Magi. In addition to the usual help with meal preparation,
volunteers are needed for adult “extras” in the pageant
and helping costume the children.
Jumble Sale
The Jumble Sale, held once a year to raise money for a youth group
pilgrimage, is a parish-wide effort always in need of not just donations,
but also sorters, pricers, coordinators and assistants during the
sale.
The Nativities Exhibit
The Nativities is a meditative exhibit of 250+ crèches from
around the world, accompanied by Scripture commentary and hymn texts.
It draws people from all over the greater metropolitan Atlanta area.
Volunteers enjoy setting up the exhibit and welcoming visitors from
across the state.
Parish Picnic
At the picnic we celebrate our program’s year end May 15. The
picnic takes place on the grounds of Epiphany, and we celebrate our
Eucharist and honor the work we’ve done over the past year. Join
us for a fun day of cooking out, picnicking and celebration.
Parish Retreat
The Parish Weekend Retreat, held each Fall in the mountains, is a
convivial, relaxing and beautiful time to enrich the ties of Epiphanites,
families and friends. Volunteers help plan and lead events and activities.
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