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Leadership News: September 2016
Key information for clergy and lay leaders from Episcopal House
Published on the last Wednesday of each month
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Labor Day Weekend
Episcopal House will be closed
next Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day. The diocesan staff wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday weekend.
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Diocesan events & opportunities
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Don't miss the September Listening Tables!
We're inviting all lay people and clergy from every congregation to attend one of three gatherings this September, so we can update you on the journey thus far of Joining God in Shaping Our Future, and listen to your feedback and ideas.
Please share this link with your congregations: dioceseofnewark.org/invitation-joining-god
The above link can be used to RSVP online for one of these gatherings, to be held:
- Tomorrow, Thursday, September 8, 6:30-8:30 PM
at St. Elizabeth's Church in Ridgewood
- Tuesday, September 13, 6:30-8:30 PM
at Episcopal House in Newark
- Saturday, September 17, 9:30-11:30 AM at Church of the Saviour in Denville
God is up to something. Let's find out together!
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15th anniversary of 9/11
This year the anniversary of 9/11 falls on a Sunday. As you think about what your 9/11 commemoration might look like, please note the liturgical resources on the diocesan website. Afterwards, submit your photos and stories by Friday, September 16 for possible inclusion in the September 21 issue of The VOICE Online.
O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus Christ your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our lord. Amen. - Prayer for the Human Family, Book of Common Prayer, p. 815
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Christophany #17
Friday, October 14 - Sunday, October 16
At Christ Church, Bloomfield/Glen Ridge
Christophany is a fun, faith-filled weekend away for youth in grades 6-8. Older teens lead them in songs, games and conversations about how faith fits into their everyday lives. What could be better than that?! Discounted early-bird registration by Thursday, September 15. As always, scholarships are available. Find out more.
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Mission in our own backyard
Thursday, November 10 - Saturday, November 12
At Cross Roads Camp and Retreat Center
We're looking for youth in grades 8-12 (and their chaperones) and young adults to join us in making a difference for their neighbors here in northern NJ. This is an amazing & affordable opportunity for young people to engage in fun, interactive community service and explore how caring for our neighbors helps us live out our faith. Find out more.
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Anti-Racism Dialogues
The Anti-Racism Dialogues being offered by the Diocese of Newark in September and November are both booked to capacity. Those who wish to fulfill their certification requirement in 2016 can attend the Anti-Racism Dialogues hosted by the Diocese of New York on Saturday, October 1 and Saturday, October 8. Find out more.
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Vestry University moved to March 2017
You spoke and we listened! Since most congregations elect their vestries early in the year, Vestry University has been moved from October to March to better accommodate new vestry members. Our next day for wardens, vestry members, treasurers, clergy and other congregational leaders to learn, network and celebrate your ministry will be held
Saturday, March 25, 2017. Mark your calendars now!
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Deadlines for September issues of The VOICE Online
During the program year (September through May) The Voice Online is published on the first and third Wednesdays of the month; the deadline to submit items to be considered for inclusion is the Friday before. September issues: Wednesday, September 7 (deadline Friday, September 2) and Wednesday, September 21 (deadline Friday, September 16).
The October issue of
Leadership News - key information for clergy and lay leaders from Episcopal House - will be published
Wednesday, September 28.
Manage your diocesan e-newsletter subscriptions at
dioceseofnewark.org/e-news.
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Upcoming clergy events
Clergy Conference 2016
October 24-26 at the Shawnee Inn
Clergy should have already received information about Clergy Conference 2016 from Kay Lark, Bishop Beckwith's Executive Assistant, and are reminded to
register online no later than
5 PM on Friday, September 16.
Find out more.
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Clergy Conversations
Time is 10 AM to 12 noon. Please bring a lunch for afterward if your schedule allows.
See the full schedule.
Tuesday, September 27
Districts 1 & 2 with Bishop Beckwith at St. Luke and St. Mary, Hope and Belvidere
Districts 6 & 8 with Canon Greg Jacobs at All Saints', Leonia
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Clergy ministry transitions
Arrivals
- The Rev. Deacon Barbara Harriman, Deacon, Christ Church, Pompton Lakes - September 1
- The Rev. Joy Rose, Priest-in-Charge, St. Luke's Church, Haworth - August 15
See all clergy ministry transitions in 2016.
Open clergy positions
- Good Shepherd Episcopal Church of Lincoln Park & Montville - priest-in-charge
- Grace Church, Madison - interim priest
- Christ Church, Ridgewood - curate
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Diocesan budget process for 2017
 The 2017 budget process will follow the same process adopted by Diocesan Council for use in preparing previous budgets. This process more easily allows individuals and organizations to request funding as part of the 2017 Budget. Funding requests for 2017 are due by September 14, 2016. Find out more, and download the Budget Funding Request Form. |
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Governance events in September
Standing Committee meeting
Wednesday, September 7
12:30 PM at Episcopal House
Diocesan Council Retreat
Friday, September 9 - Saturday, September 10
At Cross Roads Camp and Retreat Center
At its eighth annual retreat, Diocesan Council will gather after the summer recess to look at programming for the year ahead and to reflect on the functioning and the role of Council.
Council will also have an opportunity to meet with our counterparts in the Lutheran Synod, who also will be holding their retreat at the camp that weekend. This will be a wonderful opportunity for Council to discuss with the Synod our collaborative efforts in supporting our joint camping ministry, our more recent efforts surrounding the Lutheran Episcopal Advocacy Ministry of New Jersey (LEAMNJ), and discerning in what other ways we may work collaboratively.
Diocesan Council, "The Convention between Conventions," is the governing body that is responsible for diocesan program and financial oversight. It is comprised of 26 members, encompassing clergy and laity from throughout the diocese. For more information, please contact John King, Secretary of Council.
Trustees meeting
Wednesday, September 14
3 PM at Episcopal House
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