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Online Edition - Wednesday, November 16, 2016
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The Bishop's Blog: Signs of God's Grace
Transforming "Ain't it awful"
Posted by the Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith on November 16, 2016
The first thing I did when the Boston Red Sox won the World Series in 2004 was run out to my car and peel off the bumper sticker that said "Job was the first Red Sox fan." The visible statement provided an immediate connection with other New Englanders (where I lived at the time), because we could commiserate on 86 years of futility, heartbreak, the curse of the Bambino and God knows how many lost opportunities. "Ain't it awful" was an instant conversation starter among the faithful, which invariably led to a competition over who had the longer list of disappointment.
"Ain't it awful" is fast becoming the metaphor of the moment, regardless of whichever side emerged after last week's election. Read more.
See also:
After the presidential election, a call to be prophetic and pastoral
Posted on November 9, 2016
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Ducks in a row: College & financial aid application pointers
Sunday, December 11, 1:30 - 4 PM at Episcopal House
Come learn from people who participate in the college admissions and scholarship granting process about ways to improve your chances of success! Space is limited to the first 50 people. RSVP by Wednesday, December 7. Find out more.
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Listening Tables have an important role in shaping Convention
Didn't have a chance to participate in September?
You're in luck - three new opportunities have been added!
In response to the capacity attendance and spirit-filled engagement at our first three Listening Tables in September, three new opportunities to attend Listening Tables have been scheduled:
- Tuesday, November 29 at Episcopal House, Newark
- Thursday, December 1 at St. Matthew's, Paramus
- Tuesday, December 6 at St. Peter's, Mountain Lakes
6 - 6:30 PM Registration and refreshments
6:30 - 8:30 PM Listening Tables
Diocesan staff and leadership are using the feedback from the Listening Tables to significantly redesign this year's Convention. Therefore...
All Clergy and Convention Deputies are encouraged to attend a Listening Table before Convention.
Find out more. Space is limited - register online now!
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Church News
History of Cathedral's windows brought to life by visit of donor's descendants
By Gail Barkley
Anyone who has visited Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral in Newark, perhaps for a confirmation or ordination service, knows it is graced with beautiful stained glass windows. On September 10, 2016, the history of its first memorial windows was brought to vivid life for the congregation when they hosted a visit by the descendants of the 19th-century patriarch who donated them. Read more.
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Senior Moments:
What is the Affordable Care Act?
By Scott Bennett
The Affordable Care Act, officially called the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, PPACA, ACA and Obamacare, has been around in full force for the past several years. Despite this there is still considerable misunderstanding about it. In this brief article I seek to clarify the major points. Read more.
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In the news
Messiah, Chester; St. Peter's, Morristown; All Saints', Millington; St. Mary's, Sparta:
Morris churches opening as Election Day tension mounts
Daily Record, November 4
St. Paul's, Englewood; Bishop Mark Beckwith:
A nervous nation turns to prayer: N.J. churches to hold election gatherings
The Star-Ledger, November 7
Redeemer, Morristown; Bishop Mark Beckwith:
Now, we pray: Post-election church service set for Morristown, Nov. 9
Morristown Green, November 9
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Seeking photos and videos for Mission Minutes
We're seeking photos of members out in neighborhoods and engaged with neighbors, living into our Convention theme of Joining God in Shaping Our Future, for possible use in a Mission Minutes video at the January 2017 Convention. Find out more.
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Upcoming Convention deadlines
December 5, 2016 - Deputy Certification
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News from
Episcopal House
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Confirmation 2017
Youth must be registered by
this Friday, November 18
 For youth 18 and under to be confirmed in 2017, a registration form must be submitted by the church's clergy or warden no later than this Friday, November 18. Please note that youth must be in 8th grade or higher to be eligible for Confirmation. Adults can be registered through March 1, 2017. Go to the registration form.
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Fourth BCEF call of 2016:
St. Gabriel's, Milton/Oak Ridge
The Bishop's Church Emergency Fund (BCEF) provides financial support for church buildings in the diocese needing repairs and renovation, usually with a special focus on emergency and unforeseen needs. Through the BCEF, you can support the critical needs identified by the Bishop. The fourth BCEF call of 2016 is for exterior stanchions and access ramps for St. Gabriel's, Milton/Oak Ridge. Read more.
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Episcopal House to close in observance of Thanksgiving
Episcopal House will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25 in observance of Thanksgiving. The staff of Episcopal House send their warmest wishes to you and yours for a happy Thanksgiving holiday.
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Upcoming diocesan e-newsletters
The next issue of
The VOICE Online will be published
Wednesday, December 7.
Submit items for consideration by
Wednesday, November 30.
The December issue of
Leadership News - key information for clergy and lay leaders from Episcopal House - will be published
Wednesday, November 30.
Manage your diocesan e-newsletter subscriptions at
dioceseofnewark.org/e-news.
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News from
The Episcopal Church
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Statement from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
November 14, 2016
Last week I shared what I pray was a reconciling post-election message to our church, reminding us that 'we will all live together as fellow Americans, as citizens.' Today I want to remind us that during moments of transition, during moments of tension, it is important to affirm our core identity and values as followers of Jesus in the Episcopal Anglican way. Read more.
En EspaƱol: DeclaraciĆ³n del Obispo Presidente Michael Curry
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