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How to
Join the Episcopal Church:
There are two main requirements
for becoming a full adult member of the Episcopal Church.
The first requirement is
Baptism. If you are baptized in another Episcopal Church or in
another denomination, the Episcopal Church recognizes your
baptism to be a valid and joyous event of entry into the life of
the Church and the Body of Christ. If you are not Baptized, this
is a necessary step in becoming a member of our church family.
The Episcopal Church also
requires all baptized Christians to make a public affirmation of
their faith signifying adult commitment to the responsibilities
of Baptism. Public affirmation includes presenting one's self
before a bishop for Confirmation or Reception. If you are a
baptized and confirmed Episcopalian transferring from another
Episcopal church then this is not required.
For more details please contact
the church office.
Administrative How
To's:
Schedule a Meeting or Event at the
Church Contact the Parish Administrator by phone or email to request a facilities request form. To make sure you get the space and services you need, give the church as much advance notice as possible.
Change Your Telephone Number or Address You may contact the Parish Secretary by phone or
email.
Inquire about Your Pledge Contact Bob Burrell by phone.
Submit Information for Publication Online or in the
Newsletter Contact the Communications Coordinator, by phone, fax or
email. Deadline is every Thursday at 5:00 PM.
The Evangelist is usually mailed on Wednesdays.
Put a Name on the Prayer List Contact the Parish Secretary by phone. You may also sign the prayer book in the narthex or the chapel.
Arrange to Give the Altar Flowers Contact the Parish Secretary by phone.
A sign up sheet is also located on the information table. Please
be sure to fill out the accompanying form and return it to the
parish office prior to the date you have chosen.
Make a Memorial Donation Mail your check, made payable to GEC, to the church office at the attention of Bob Burrell. Please indicate the name of the memorial fund.
Endow or Present a Memorial for the
Church Contact the Rector by phone or email.
Make a Reservation for a Parish Event Call the church office for information, or look for sign-up sheets on the information table in the foyer. Reservations for GWAG suppers must be made no later than 12:00 noon on the preceding Monday.
Start a Group at Grace Church If you have suggestions for programs that will help you and others grow in faith and Christian commitment, please contact one of the clergy to discuss the possibilities. Many groups/projects have emerged this way. The clergy and staff welcomes your ideas and participation!
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Sacramental & Pastoral How To's:
Arrange a Baptism Contact one of the clergy for the schedule of baptisms and to arrange for baptismal instruction.
Arrange a Wedding The first step in planning a wedding is to contact the Rector, by phone or
email in order to discuss time and dates. When the date is
determined our Parish Administrator, will provide a copy of our comprehensive wedding packet, which includes guidelines and fees. One of the clergy will schedule a series of premarital counseling sessions to be held with the couple prior to the wedding.
Be Visited in the Hospital Please call the Parish Secretary when you or a member of your family is hospitalized for any reason. The clergy want to be of assistance and need to know when someone is ill. As part of their pastoral care, they will be happy to bring communion to anyone who, by reason of illness or other circumstances, is unable to come to the church.
Arrange Counseling Simply contact a member of the clergy to arrange a meeting. When appropriate, the clergy will also be glad to share information with you regarding other counselors and pastoral resources in the community and will make referrals.
Arrange a Funeral Notify one of the clergy at home or at the church office as soon as a death occurs. The clergy will meet with you to assist with funeral arrangements and provide counsel and support.
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To find out more information or answer any further questions please call the Grace Episcopal Church Parish Office at 770-536-0126. Our fax number is 770-536-1587.
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