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Susan Lehman Comes to Grace
 The Reverend Susan Lehman will celebrate Eucharist at Grace tomorrow.
Seven members of the congregation met her over a congenial lunch at the College Hill Coffee Shop earlier this week.
Asked how she sees herself in the role of priest, she said, "I am a waitress at the table of the Lord." Asked how she wants to be addressed, she said, "Susan."
Susan was ordained in 1977--the first woman priest ordained in Cincinnati. She remained in this diocese until 1968, when she was called to be chaplain at Sweet Briar College in central Virginia. Susan retired from full time ministry in 2001, and in 2006, moved back to Cincinnati with her husband, John Dalzell, a retired commercial writer who is now a practicing artist. They make their home on Fourth Street downtown.
An intriguing fact that some Googling revealed about Susan: At Sweet Briar College, the Susan Lehman Courage Award is presented to student-athletes who have demonstrated courage above and beyond the usual rigors of training and competition. |
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 Thanks to ...
Gwynne Gabbard writes, "A huge THANK YOU to Grace Episcopal Church's people, and all the crowd of rhythm makers who gathered there, for the Rhythm for Wellness drumming and healing session the Wednesday before last!! It is such a blessing to be there, to use God's Energy for God's Kids, to hear and feel the drumming, flutes, rattles, and bells, to sense the ages of prayers that have gone up in that old sanctuary, and to hear those precious angels chant and sing. What a joy!"
... Chuck Bowles and Lisa Perry, departing Mission Council members, for their service to the Grace Church congregation.
... Roger Perna and Wanda Miller for volunteering to serve as Senior & Junior Wardens for another year.
... Ken Lyon, Hawley Todd, Madeena Nolan and J White for volunteering to serve new terms on Mission Council. ... Grace Staples, Bill Jenne, Virginia Chapel and J While for volunteering to serve new terms on the Mission & Formation Team. ... Carol Lyon and David Mukasa for volunteering to serve as convention delegates. ... Thanks to Mary McLain, Chuck Bowles and Lisa Perry, who, as the nominating committee, made sure that all positions were filled with willing volunteers. .... John Thayer, with help from Rhonda Sharp, for their hard work in putting together the Annual Report. ... Wanda Miller, who organized the wonderful Annual Meeting dinner following the service Sunday, and to all who helped in any way to prepare/provide it, especially Bob Jones, for moving tables and chairs out and for cleaning the floor, and Bob and Chuck Bowles for moving everything back in and bringing chairs from the Great Hall. Ruth Bertram helped in the final setup. Chuck did the flowers on the tables. Thanks also goes to all who brought food. We have names of the main dishes, but some food arrived w/o donor's names. The main donors of food were: Wanda Miller, Roger Perna, Ken Lyon, Ruth Bertram, Mary McLain, Maria Mukasa, Marjorie Shadd, Judy Handy and Bill Jenne. .... Judy Handy, who stepped in to provide piano accompaniment for hymn singing during the recent healing Sunday service, so that Bill Jenne could participate in the laying on of hands for healing.  ... Rhonda Sharp for giving the flowers on the altar this Sunday in memory of her mother, Cloma Partin. ... Barbara Todd who provided the flowers on the altar last Sunday (pictured right) in honor of her mother, Rose Mary Koch. ... Susan Lehman for leading our worship service this Sunday. ... the many people who have pitched in to help rebuild Holy Trinity Cathedral in Haiti. Already congregations and individuals have raised nearly $19,000 toward our matching goal of $30,000. Although we will continue to receive donations, the opportunity to have your contribution matched by the bishop through the Procter Fund expires on Shrove Tuesday. Individuals who wish to have their contributions matched must donate online or mail a check to be received at Diocesan House no later than Wednesday, Feb. 22. Please make checks payable to Rebuild our Church and send to: Diocese of Southern Ohio, 412 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 - ATTN: Haiti We're sure that we've left out many of the people who deserve our thanks. Let us know who we've missed by clicking eGraceNotes@GraceCollegeHill.org. |
Coming Attractions
The online Grace Church Calendar lists most everything we know about that's happening at Grace Church. If something's not listed, or if you see errors, please tell the office (office@gracecollegehill.org). Note especially:  - We are again going to hold our famous Community Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on February 21 from 6 to 8 pm, hosted by Grace Church and the Life Renewal Discipleship Church. Pancakes, Sausages, Fruit and Beverages served. Freewill donations accepted at the door. RSVP if you can to office@gracecollegehill.org or 513-541-2415.
- Ash Wednesday Services with Eucharist and imposition of ashes will be held on February 22 at noon and 7pm.
- Sharing Sunday - 1st Sunday of each month - collection of goods/money for the College Hill Food Pantry
- Bible Study - Sundays, 9 AM, Parlor.
- Snack 'n Chat - Every Sunday after service, Small Assembly Room.
- Healing Service - 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7 pm, Grace Church sanctuary.
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 Lenten Greens Lent is a time of self examination. During this time, we do away with things that might distract us from our task. At worship, we also put away what might be distracting. For that reason, there are only greens on the altar during Lent, not flowers. The greens are to calm us and look beyond the brightness and into our depths. Thanks to Carol Lyon for this article. |
Prayer Requests
 Please keep these people in your prayers for their special needs: Rev. Ernestein, Chris, The Erik Handy Family, The Darryl Handy Family, Tom, Madeena and Michael, Dee and Albertha, The Burlew Family, Missy, Paula's Family, Hadiya, Scott, Ruth, Doug, Susan. Also, God bless Scott to come to know and love Christ. Please remember these members and freinds who are not often able to come to Grace in person: Mary Lou Bellows, Nancy Hall, Maureen Back, Janet Henthorn, Carl Relyea, Mary Jane Showers, Elizabeth Kelly, Jane Strohmeier, Naomi Koester, Elva Gscheidle, Mary Ratliff, Jo Carroll. Please contact the Church Office (513-541-2415, office@gracecollegehill.org) with the names of the persons you wish to remain in our prayers. If you email, please place the person's name and the date the request is being made in the subject line. Requests for prayers may be also called in to the church cell phone: 513-763-9520. Please also indicate whether the name of the prayer recipient is to be listed in the bulletin. Pastoral Care
If you need pastoral care or know of someone who does, please call or email the office (513-541-2415, office@gracecollegehill.org). Keep us informed about about illness, hospital stays, requests for visits, communion, and prayers for special concerns. |
Selected Short Subjects
 From Rhonda Sharp: " I think some of our outreach is working. We've had several new visitors lately and some are returning. Something's happening, and I hope it keeps happening. This is great!" Jackie Millay writes, " I'm happy to share that the wonderful Quantum Touch group finished their course splendidly just a few weeks ago. Some of us are continuing to practice together as we see greater possibilities for growth, healing, and expansion. Thanks again to Grace." From Grace Staples, from her winter headquarters in Florida: " This past week I spent several days at St. Nathaniel's volunteering, book club and a 60's dinner dance last night. (It was fun WATCHING the dancing. Pete is fine but he had played 18 holes that day!) Tell everyone I said 'Hi.'" We've added several pictures of newcomers and regulars at our Wednesday night healing service to our members and friends online photo album. You can see the album here. If your picture isn't there or if you'd like a different picture, have Ken Lyon take your picture after church, or send a picture to webmaster@gracecollegehill.org.
Last week, Rachel Searcy wrote, "We live so far away, but for some reason I keep reading the newsletters and missing Grace. The church and people had such an impact on me while I was there. I keep trying to find something closer to home, but I have never found anything that has gave me a feeling like Grace. Thank you for keeping in touch. I'd love to come back and join a mass again soon." This week, Judy Handy replies, "Rachel, we miss you too; we had some good chats! We look forward to seeing you soon." The Literacy Network of Greater Cincinnati Seeking Volunteers. Join the Literacy Network of Greater Cincinnati in the mission to change lives through reading tutoring and character development. Volunteers are needed for various programs, including Cincinnati Reads, Winners Walk Tall, and office help. Contact Kathy Ciarla or Sarah Cranley at (513) 621-READ on how you can positively impact the lives of children in the community. Christ's Community in College Hill writes: "We are preparing for 2012 Summer Day camp. We are asking all College Hill churches if they have any college students that would be interested in being a youth leader this summer. This would require them to attend a training camp June 3 to June 10 at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville TN. Transportation will be provided. Camp will start June 11. We would like to have them submit resumes to CCCH by March 30th. Please have them email their resumes to ccch@fuse.net or mail them to 5819 Salvia Ave, 45224. This is a paid position. We are looking for 15 interns. If there are any questions, please contact Ralph or Lisa @ 541-0303."
St James (Westwood) Celebrates New Ministry. The vestry and people of St. James will welcome The Rev. Jim Strader as the parish's 5th Rector on Sunday, February 18th at 4 pm. Read all about it here. All are invited to join the celebration.
Worship Bulletin Changes. We know it is seldom possible to address all needs and requests, for all people, all the time. However, we regularly make format and content changes to our worship bulletin in an attempt to do just that, as well as to "use our resources rightly". As always, we rely upon and appreciate your feedback. Direct your ideas to Judy Handy (jhandy23@cinci.rr.com, 513-681-5829). |
Worship Service Volunteers
Here is the worship volunteer schedule for February. See the whole schedule and list of participants here. If you're scheduled and can't make it, find a substitute and let Ken Lyon ( webmaster@gracecollegehill.org, 513-542-2941) know so the schedule can be updated.
Sunday Service Volunteers are needed in all volunteer positions. We will provide training as needed. We are a Common Ministry Parish - everyone is encouraged to serve. Contact Judy Handy (jhandy23@cinci.rr.com, 513-681-5829). February 19: Eucharist II- Celebrant: The Rev. Susan Lehman
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Mathias Mukasa
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Chalice: Carol Lyon
- Lector: John Thayer
- Prayers of the People: Tammy Robertson
- Offering Counter: John Thayer
- Usher: David Mukasa
- Altar Guild: Lisa Perry, Tammy Robertson
- Flower Guild: Chuck Bowles
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Virginia Chapel
February 22, Noon: Ash Wednesday Eucharist II- Celebrant: Fr. David Howard
- Acolyte: John Thayer
- Chalice: John Thayer
- Lector:Mary McLain
- Prayers of the People: Mary McLain
- Offering Counter: Roger Perna
- Usher: Mary McLain
- Altar Guild: Lisa Perry, Tammy Robertson
- Flower Guild: Chuck Bowles
February 22, 7 PM: Ash Wednesday Eucharist II- Celebrant: Fr. Bob Hufford
- Acolyte: Jamanuel Thrower
- Chalice: John Thayer
- Lector: Maria Mukasa
- Prayers of the People: Maria Mukasa
- Offering Counter: John Thayer
- Usher: Wanda Miller
- Altar Guild: Lisa Perry, Tammy Robertson
February 26: Eucharist II- Celebrant: Fr. Bob Hufford
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Mathias Mukasa
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Chalice: Wanda Miller
- Lector: Tammy Robertson
- Prayers of the People: Phyllis Mukasa
- Offering Counter: Roger Perna
- Usher: David Mukasa
- Altar Guild: Carol Lyon, Wanda Miller
- Flower Guild: Wanda Miller
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Roger Perna
March 4: Eucharist II- Celebrant: The Rev. Anisa Willis
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Jamanuel Thrower
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Chalice: Carol Lyon
- Lector:J udy Handy
- Prayers of the People: Chuck Bowles
- Offering Counter: John Thayer
- Usher: Mary McLain
- Altar Guild: Chuck Bowles, Jackie McCray
- Flower Guild: Carol Lyon
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Maria Mukasa
March 11: Celebration of Wholeness and Healing- Officiant: Hawley Todd, TSSF
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Mathias Mukasa
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Lector: Ken Lyon
- Prayers of the People: Carol Lyon
- Offering Counter: Roger Perna
- Usher: Phyllis Mukasa
- Altar Guild: Chuck Bowles, Maureen Back
- Flower Guild: Chuck Bowles
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Virginia Chapel
March 18: Eucharist II- Celebrant: Fr. David Howard
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Jamanuel Thrower
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Chalice: Wanda Miller
- Lector: Carol Lyon
- Prayers of the People: Maria Mukasa
- Offering Counter: John Thayer
- Usher: David Mukasa
- Altar Guild: Lisa Perry, Tammy Robertson
- Flower Guild: Wanda Miller
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Roger Perna
March 25: Eucharist II- Celebrant: Fr. Bob Hufford
- Keyboards: Bill Jenne
- Acolyte: Mathias Mukasa
- Healing Minister (lead): J White
- Chalice: Ken Lyon
- Lector: John Thayer
- Prayers of the People: Ken Lyon
- Offering Counter: Roger Perna
- Usher: Wanda Miller
- Altar Guild: Carol Lyon, Wanda Miller
- Flower Guild: Carol Lyon
- 9am Adult Bible Study: Ken Lyon
- Sunday School: Maria Mukasa
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