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News for the Weeks of
August 20 and 27, 2017
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"EXPRESS YOURSELF"
St. Peter's Episcopal Church Creative Arts Camp 2017
Two steps into the front hallway of St. Peter's Episcopal Church last week let you know you had entered a raucously sacred place. Dozens of talented local children descended for a one-of-a-kind arts camp experience. In the youth center, campers held their breath as Mo. Chris Brannock, Rector of St. Peter's, demonstrated the ancient, delicate Japanese technique of Suminagashi, meaning ink floating on water. The children followed the careful practice, producing colorful masterpieces of their own. Under the watchful yet playful eyes of Mo. Chris and painter Kathy Johnson, the young visual artists completed the week with beautiful shape paintings, drawings and original masks. Across the hallway, Maelyn Manuel helped each camper screen print an original tee shirt.
Upstairs in the kitchen, eager young chefs in aprons and tall paper hats chopped and diced vegetables to create healthy pasta sauce and salsa, or crafted fresh fruit into striking edible flowers, under the supervision of Kacy Wiley of the Bourbon County Extension office, and Ann Thompson. In the spacious parish hall, adjacent to the kitchen, lively dancers alternately perfected ballet technique or stomped out choreography to pop music, guided by professional dancers, Matt and Madeline Harvey.
On the second floor, budding novelists hunkered over the conference table, writing engaging cliffhangers, inspired by old photographs from librarian and muse, Heather Prichard. Other days, writers silently wandered the courtyard in 3-D glasses prepared by fellow teacher and mentor, Deb Guerdat, searching for evidence of life on an alien planet to record later in their notebooks. In the church, St. Peter's organist, Owen Sammons and his most talented assistant, Abby Cain, led the campers in heartfelt versions of Broadway tunes and original variations. Yoga, led by Jennie Lee Haag, harp music, played by Kathy Johnson, or a celebrity appearance (our own Ellen Skidmore) proceeded a daily feast, prepared by our volunteer staff, Nancy Letton, Cathy Frank, Lalie Dick, and Barbara Hinkle, followed by two hours in interdisciplinary sessions.
The camp experience culminated in a presentation and reception for parents and community last Friday night. The finale brought everyone together in the church, holding hands and belting out a heartfelt "All You Need is Love." Not a dry eye was left in the house.
The multi-talented staff and volunteers were exceptional; the students astonished everyone with their many gifts. While the songs and dances and poetry and artwork were extraordinary, the energy, exuberance and laughter that echoed through the hallways every day were magic. The children were consistently kind and supportive of both old and new friends: "Emma, you have to read that ode you wrote again - it's beautiful!"
"Mabel you have the best sense of humor ever!" "Zee, can you please come over and help me?"
Something sacred happened at St. Peter's. Children worked and played together, finding new friends, celebrating their unique gifts, their differences, while discovering all they have in common. Community happened. There is already talk about next year's camp - perhaps adding woodworking or costume design or gardening. Watch out, Paris, Kentucky. A tidal wave washed over St. Peter's last week and that tsunami is coming back. And it will leave in its wake the joy, the laughter and the hope that only children can bring. And that is no small thing.
Deb Guerdat
Creative Writing Instructor, St. Peter's Episcopal Church Creative Arts Camp 2017
Please click here to view the official video slideshow from Creative Arts Camp 2017!
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A MESSAGE
TO THE CHURCH
FROM OUR
PRESIDING BISHOP MICHAEL B. CURRY
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In his message for those gathering to worship this Sunday, occasioned by recent events in Charlottesville, Virginia, and the readings of Scripture Episcopalians will hear this weekend, our Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry asks, "Where do we go from here: chaos or community?".
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2018 BUDGET REQUESTS ARE DUE SEPTEMBER 8
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The Budget Committee is beginning the drafting of our 2018 diocesan budget. Ministries funded by the diocese are asked to submit their budget requests no later than
September 8
to Ruth Lawton, Missioner for Finance, at finance@diolex.org. Please be aware that we are using a budget request form and process which emphasizes congregational vitality, and the budget request questions ask for information from the applicant about how its funding will encourage the growth and expansion of vital congregations. Please click here to download the budget request form.
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VESTRY AS YOUR VITAL TEAM:
VESTRY LEADERSHIP FORMATION EVENT
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Clergy, Wardens, Vestry Members, Bishop's Committee Members:
Please join us on Saturday, August 26, 2017 from 10am to 4pm. We will address formation for vestries. We will have presentations and reflective conversation on these topics:
- Your Role as a Vestry Member
- Functioning as a Vestry that's Behaviorally Healthy
- The Vestry's Role in Congregational Vitality
Your $10 Registration includes lunch and any materials.
How do I register? Click
HERE.
We look forward to seeing you as we work together to build up the Body of Christ in each congregation in the Diocese of Lexington!
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SPECIAL EVENTS at the CATHEDRAL DOMAIN
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New Beginnings
September 15-17, 2017
New Beginnings is designed especially to respond to the unique challenges and concerns of youth in grades 7-9. It was created by adults and young people to help participants grow in their love of themselves, others and our Lord Jesus Christ. During the weekend, participants meet peers from across the diocese, enjoy skits, listen to talks, and participate in small group activities and discussions. These activities focus on self, friends, parents, siblings, school, God's love, prayer and the church. To learn more, please
click here.
Camp Indian Summer - Relax, Refresh, Renew!
October 20-22, 2017
This October it's officially ADULT SWIM at the Cathedral Domain.
Camp Indian Summer is an opportunity for grownup kids of all ages to leave their worries and responsibilities at the foot of the mountain and spend a few days being a kid again.
Refresh your senses by exploring the streams, caves and forest trails on the 800-acre Cathedral Domain property located just outside the Daniel Boone National Forest. Renew your spirit with yoga classes, guided meditation and creative worship. Relax with new and old friends on breezy cabin porches, tree covered decks and around the campfire.
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Bishop Caldwell's Visitation Schedule has been updated into 2018.
To download and print Bishop Caldwell's Visitation Schedule, please
click here.
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The Rev. Suzanne Wille, Rector of All Saints, Indianapolis, and member of the TRP leadership team, will offer a workshop on teaching The Basics Classes: Basic Anglicanism, Basic Bible, Basic Christianity, and Basic Discipleship. At churches throughout the country, the Basics Classes have been used to form inquirers, new Christians, and the lifelong faithful who are looking for "more." Basics Classes can stand alone for adult formation or be part of the larger TRP approach and have been used in parishes to help move churches from acting as service providers to creating communities of active disciples.
During our time together, we'll share:
- How and why to do this work
- Why there are no gimmicks, only the slow work of long-term commitment
- The core curriculum for the Basics classes
- Time adapting the curricula to fit your church
- Big picture information about The Restoration Project
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The Chorister Program is open to all children in the second grade and above and rehearses Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6:30 pm beginning on September 6th. If you have a child who is interested, this is a chance for you to drop by Good Shepherd and ask any questions you may have about the Chorister Program.
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David Hurt will appear as "Grandpa Jones" from Kentucky Chautauqua - A Benefit Performance for the Fishes and Loaves Community Food Pantry in the Appalachian community of Prestonsburg, KY.
Admission is free; your generous donations are requested. The need is great in this area. Come join the fun and help support a great cause!
Please
click here to view the Facebook event page.
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Contact: David Hurt at 502-223-0557 or elkhorndavid@hotmail.com.
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Are you a woman wondering about monastic life in the Episcopal Church?
The Episcopal Convent of Saint Helena in South Carolina is hosting a free Come-and-See retreat for single women during Labor Day weekend, September 1-3. Please click here to download and view the event flyer. Details are also posted on the website.
Contact
vocations@osh.org
or 803-426-1616.
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On Sunday, September 10th at 5:00 pm please join us at the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd for Choral Evensong. This Evensong will be sung by the Cathedral Choir of St. John's Knoxville, Tennessee.
Incense will be used and childcare provided.
To view and download the event poster, please
click here.
Contact: Jon Johnson at 859-252-1744 or jjohnson@goodshepherdlex.org.
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Sunday, August 20, 2017 (Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost)
St. Hubert's, Clark County (Winchester)
The Rev. Dr. Duane Smith, Rector
The Rev. Charles Ellestad, Assisting Priest
Sunday, August 27, 2017 (Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost)
St. Michael's, Lexington
The Rev. Laurie Brock, Rector
Sunday, September 3, 2017 (Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost)
St. Andrew's, Lexington
Sunday, September 10, 2017 (Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost)
St. Francis', Flemingsburg
The Rev. Mary Kilbourn-Huey, Regular Supply Priest
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To submit an event for publication in
DioLink and on diolex.org:
click here.
Please note that submissions must be received by
Tuesday evening
in order to be
included in that week's DioLink. The website is updated continually.
Thank you!
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