We are Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Franklin
Services This Week
______Sunday Service_______
September 25th – October 1st
Sunday, October 1st:
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Proper 21
Together we will worship at 9:30am. The Reverend Jean Vinson will be our celebrant and preacher as we celebrate the Blessing of the Animals. Service in the Parish Hall.
Linger afterwards for coffee and a light bite after the service if you’d like. A casual discussion on the sermon text follows. All are welcome!
Sunday’s Scriptures:
First Reading Exodus 17:1-17
Psalm Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16
Second Reading Philippians 2:1-13
Gospel Matthew 21:23-32
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Morning Prayer: Wednesdays at 9:30am
A peaceful, 20-minute time of prayer with readings from Scripture in the candle-lit church. We read together a Psalm as well as other prayers from the Book of Common Prayer, Rite II Morning Prayer. A refreshing way to focus your spirit for the day ahead. Invite a friend; all are welcome, no matter what denomination.
Office Hours
•Tuesday – Friday: 10:00am to 2:00pm
The Rev. Jean Vinson’s office hours: Sunday 1-4; Tues. & Wed. 9am-5pm
We do our best to be the Body of Christ
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__Upcoming Events/Save the Date___
PreacBible Study: Tuesdays
Brown bag dinner at 5, study at 5:30pm facilitated by artist and Bible teacher, Russell Schools. We continue our study of the Gospel of John.
Blessing of the Animals: Oct 1
During our 9:30am service. Bring your furry, snorting, stomping, tail-wagging and/or purring pets for a blessing!
Rev. Joe Kohm Preaches: Oct 8
Rice & Beans
Second Saturday of each month 9-11am
Emmanuel church volunteers distribute rice and beans to those who come to our doors for assistance with food.