Welcome

We Pledge to be a home for one another and welcome new friends into God’s house to go with us on this great adventure.

We are Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Franklin

              Upcoming Events & Services     

 

______Sunday Service_______                                   

  This Week at Emmanuel:                         

June 5th – June 11th        

Sunday, June 11th – Together we will worship at 9:30am, with Eucharist Rite II.  The Reverend Jean Vinson will be our celebrant and preacher.

Linger afterwards for coffee and a light bite after the service if you’d like. An egg hunt for the kids follows ash this time. All are welcome!    

Sunday’s Scriptures:              

First Reading     Genesis 22:1-14 
Psalm                    13     

Second Reading Romans 6:12-23     

Gospel                  Matthew 10:40-42         

__________Events___________           

 

Bible Study: Tuesdays                      

Brown bag dinner at 5, study at 5:30pm facilitated by artist and Bible teacher, Russell Schools.   We resume June 13th with a light, summer study of devotionals, designed for you to pop in when you can.

Morning Prayer: Wednesdays        

Wednesdays at 9:30am  – A gentle, 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.           

RICE AND BEANS     

 Emmanuel church volunteers distribute  rice and beans to those who come to our doors for assistance with food. 

Pentecost Picnic – Sunday, June 11     

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
in today’s world through

Worship and prayer

Together as a congregation, individually in our homes, and publicly in God’s world.  

Forgiveness and Healing

In our church, among our families and friends, and throughout our community.  

Faith-building

Patterning our minds after the mind of Christ, with each household a community of faith and each gathering a cherished opportunity to share and grow in Christ.

Hospitality

Treasuring everyone who comes our way, striving to be faithful friends and working to help all in need.

Good Citizenship

Both of the Kingdom of God and the governments of this world, seeking justice, peace and dignity for all people.

Caretakers of God's Creation

Thankful for all of God’s blessings, showing reverence for creation, and living every day mindful of our duty to God.

† Today’s Readings