Woman’s coat needs its owner. A tan, trimmed in black, Misty Harbor coat has been left hanging in the coat rack area. Please, if it’s yours, or if you know its owner, please take it. Thanks.

for the flowers, phone calls, cards, thoughts of healing power while enduring two separate hospital stays this past February. I missed celebrating with all of you on Sunday mornings, but felt secure that the healing hand of God was present with me during my stay at Mercy. John Tanis

The Glory Ringers (Epiphany’s handbell ringers) are desperately in need of more hands so that glorious sounds can be created to enhance our worship services. We are appealing to any adult with any interest in handbells to join us. The ability to read music is helpful, but it isn’t prerequisite to becoming a competent ringer. We currently practice on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. but can be somewhat flexible about day and time for the present. Our goal is to have a group of ringers with basic skills ready when a qualified director is found. Remember, “every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings!” – and this world needs a multitude of angels! Please give handbell ringing a try. We think you’ll find it to be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. For more information talk to Dolores Barney, Doug Powell, or Carole Poltrock.

FEBRUARY 22 at 7:00 p.m. ... Everyone’s entitled to your opinion! (and that of every one else who joins Donna Johnson’s small group) where we will share thoughts, reactions, and spiritual reflections elicited from the book, Biblical Amnesia, the focus of this year’s Lenten study. This group began on Monday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m. and will run for the six weeks of Lent. There is much in this book to provoke discussion and personal exploration about alternative ways to view some familiar Biblical stories and their messages for our present society. Come and deepen your Lenten experience in this group which will complement the midweek Lenten services. For more information, please call Donna Johnson.

The Glory Ringers (Epiphany’s handbell ringers) are desperately in need of more hands so that glorious sounds can be created to enhance our worship services. We are appealing to any adult with any interest in handbells to join us. The ability to read music is helpful, but it isn’t prerequisite to becoming a competent ringer. We currently practice on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. but can be somewhat flexible about day and time for the present. Our goal is to have a group of ringers with basic skills ready when a qualified director is found. Remember, “every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings!” – and this world needs a multitude of angels! Please give handbell ringing a try. We think you’ll find it to be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. For more information talk to Dolores Barney, Doug Powell, or Carole Poltrock.

Be sure to check out the sign up sheet for greeters on the coffee table!!  Get the date you'd like to help.  It is a quick and easy job.  Show up about 20 minutes before the service starts, smile, shake hands, and welcome people to our church!!   Be sure to wear your name tag.   If you have questions, call me at 630-325-7074.   Thanks,   Arlene Taylor  

New Members Inquiry Class... Today!
Sunday, November 15… at noon, “Epiphany as an Organization and Ministry Center.” We’ll meet in the conversation area just outside the sanctuary. Come and join us!

to all who are hospitalized or in some way shut-in. However, we (Pastor Denny, Pastor Ron, Pastor Brandt, and your Stephen Ministers) cannot provide pastoral care if we are not made aware of the need. If you know of someone who is hospitalized or needs a visit, PLEASE contact the church office.

Music lovers are in for a treat as Music at Bethel begins its eleventh season at Bethel United Church of Christ. Four concerts are planned featuring a variety of performers and instruments, from opera to chamber music. In addition, season ticket purchasers will receive a free ticket to a fifth concert, a recital featuring Music at Bethel’s own Jeffery Panko. Season ticket prices are $70 for adults, $65 for seniors, and $20 for students. Tickets for individual performances may be purchased for $20 (adults), $18 (seniors), and $5 (students). Group rates are also available. For more information contact Bethel United Church of Christ at 630-279-4040. The first concert will be “A Grand Night of Singing” presented Saturday, September 19, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. Other performances are scheduled for November 14, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. (featuring pianist, cellist, clarinetist, French hornist, and a soprano), February 3, 2010 (additional concert featuring Jeffrey Panko), March 7, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. (Chamber Music at Bethel), and the season finale on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. featuring the duo Voila.

On Tuesday, September 15, 2009, Elmhurst College will welcome Scott C. Alexander, director of Catholic-Muslin studies and associate professor of Islam at Chicago’s Catholic Theological Union, as presenter of the College’s annual Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Lecture. The talk, “To Treat the Stranger as Neighbor: an Abrahamic Imperative for Our Time,” will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Founders Lounge of the College’s Frick Center, located at 190 S. Prospect Ave., in Elmhurst. After graduating from Harvard University, Alexander went on to Columbia University (NY) where he earned his M.A, and Ph.D. in the history of religions, with a concentration in Islamic studies. For more information, visit www.elmhurst.edu or call 630-617-3390