The Epiphany Parish Life Committee ministers to the everyday needs of our people, builds and supports community life through social activities. We celebrate significant events, enrich and strengthen the overall sense of community in the parish and call forth the gifts of our parishioners as we gather the Epiphany community together.

The Committee meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 5:30 at Epiphany House.

Liturgically Centered Events

Feast of Epiphany
This is a weekend where we celebrate who Epiphany is as a community and our mission in the world. All Liturgies celebrate the Feast of Epiphany in January and a reception is held after the 5:30 liturgy. On Sunday morning we share a full breakfast together as a community. Epiphany announces, “God is Here!!” Contact Mary Lue Jiunta, 245-8793.

Celebration of Marriage
Held in February. This is a special Saturday evening liturgy (followed by a catered dinner) during which married couples renew their vows and celebrate the sacred commitment of marriage in our community. Contact Sister Mary Gowern, 245-9733 x20.

Stewardship Pancake Breakfast
Held the 1st weekend in November. All Liturgies this weekend celebrate the Stewardship of Epiphany. The men of the parish host this breakfast between the Sunday morning liturgies.
Contact Bob Burke, 241-1615

Annual Memorial Liturgy/Reception
This liturgy and reception honor those parishioners and family members who have died during the year, as well as assist those who have lost loved ones in their grieving process. Held the in early November. Contact Sister Mary Gowern at 245-9733 x20.

Like to Like Ministries

New Beginnings
Support group for those recently separated, divorced or widowed. Meets in the Community Center ever Thursday for a social at 7:00 p.m., and a meeting at 7:30 p.m. Hotline informaiton at: 425-2722.

Epiphany Sages
A lively group of community members over age 55 and over. They lead exciting personal lives, and this carries over into their monthly meetings, social activities and excursions. They volunteer for several community events. They also provide a “prayer chain” for special needs.
Contact George Hagman at 425-3126.

SEL(Singles Explore Life)
An enthusiastic group of persons who are single, over 40 years of age, and unlimited in creative thinking, who meet for enrichment and social activities. It is an opportunity to meet others with similar interests. Contact Lynne Webb at 245-9733 x10. (Click here to read their current newsletter).

Men of Epiphany
We are Men of Epiphany, Disciples in Christ, Instruments of God’s Will. Our mission is to answer God’s Call by focusing on the ministries of sharing (men to men), spirituality, service, and social interaction. Contact Brayton Bowen, 245-5144.

NEXT: Young Adult Group at Epiphany
Next has been formed as a group in order to provide social, spiritual, and service orientated connections among the young adults at Epiphany. We call ourselves NEXT because we are the next generation to become leaders in the church, to finish our educations, to establish our careers and to form our families. Check out our blog.
Leaders: Mara Roney and Michael Sendelbach. Contact us by email.

Special Parish Life Ministries

New Parishioner Registration
Assists with registration of newcomers after liturgy in the Chapel on a rotational basis.
Contact AnnaMarie Redcorn, 254-3795.

Newcomers’ Brunch
Once, quarterly, help prepare and serve a brunch to newcomers after the 9:00 am liturgy in Epiphany House. Contact Carol Murphy 245-9130 or Francoise Horn 241-7316.

Ministry for Gay and Lesbian Epiphanites
In process. Contact Mary Lue Jiunta, 767-8793. Your confidentiality will be protected.

Publications
Epigram - parish newsletter published bimonthly. Always in need of writers, photographers and desk top publishers. Contact Lynne Webb at 245-9733 x10.

Parish Hospitality
Plan and secure refreshments for welcome/goodbye receptions two or three times annually as need arises. Contact Anna Hundley 245-4769.

Sunday Morning Coffee
Help serve coffee and juice after liturgies, on a rotational basis. Contact Carmeleen Dabney 245-9747.

Giving Tree
Annual opportunity for parishioners to purchase gifts for several distinct charitable groups.
Contact Sr. Mary Gowern, 245-9733, x20 or Sharon Bidwell at x19.

Family Social Activities

The following activities are among those held annually that invite participation on the part of volunteers for a one-time commitment, i.e., they are opportunities for a member to work for a single event. Time involved varies. Sign up for as many as you can!

New Year’s Eve Dance
Contact Jane Burke or Becky Parr, 241-1615 or 426-3890

Family Skating Party (Feb)
Contact Karen Vogel, 429-8570

Easter Egg Hunt (Easter Saturday)
Contact Angie Calvin, 426-2292

Epiphany Birthday Picnic (June)
Contact Marge McGrath 228-0269

Golf Scramble
Contact add Melinda Hileman 243-3105

International Taste of Epiphany (Sept)
Contact Anna Hundley 245-4749

Gathering Meals

Monthly Soup Suppers
Held the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Contact Bob Burke, 241-1615

Lenten Soup Suppers
Held weekly on Tuesdays during Lent.
Contact Bob Burke, 241-1615

Dinner for 8
Twice a year (watch the bulletin!!)
Contact Pat Holub 292-2908