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Online Edition - Wednesday, June 21, 2017
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The Bishop's Blog: Signs of God's Grace
The Church can be a model for listening in these times
Posted by the Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith on June 21, 2017
"The Church can be a model for listening in these times."
That was a comment made by a participant at the diocesan Listening Reflection event, when people from 23 congregations met on June 3rd to tell stories about their experience with listening over the past several months.
Some said it was hard to listen to scripture. Others said it was an enormous gift. Some found it difficult to interview people in the congregation; others found that it worked better if they called it a conversation rather than an interview. Some found that deep listening was a window into someone's soul; some found it difficult to even crack open a listening window.
Listening is a gateway to a deeper understanding of God, and the presence of Christ in someone else. But it can be hard.
Read more.
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Joining God in Shaping Our Future
Listening Excursion participants reflect, form future plans
On Saturday, June 3, 23 congregations attended the Listening Reflection event to check with one another about their experiences in listening over the previous three months. This Listening Excursion kicked off on March 4 in response to Bishop Beckwith's invitation at the Annual Diocesan Convention in January.
In break-out sessions and panel discussions, the participants reported experiencing many "wow" moments over the past three months, and a sense that "we are all in this together."
Read more.
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Six diocesan youth to journey to Oklahoma on a "Path to Peace"
This July, six diocesan youth from six different congregations will travel together to Oklahoma for the Episcopal Youth Event 2017, "Path to Peace," which is expected to draw 1,300 teenagers from across the Episcopal Church.
The Rev. Jerry Racioppi of Holy Spirit, Verona, who will be chaperoning the group along with Rosie Grant of St. Paul's, Paterson, describes how he felt moved by the Spirit to undertake this journey, and the group's preparations and excitement.
Read the article.
Related: Listen to the Episcopal News Service's podcast, EYE17 prepares to take its "Path to Peace" message to Oklahoma.
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Senior Moments
Selecting an assisted living community
When selecting an assisted living community for an older family member, don't count on first impressions. Here are some tips to help you.
Read more.
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"Geeks for God" Blog
Will you become an asset?
Posted by Jan Paxton on June 19, 2017
At the Episcopal Communicators Conference last April, Jan Paxton learned a great deal about the Episcopal Asset Map, a joint project of The Episcopal Church and Episcopal Relief & Development, that she is eager to share.
Read her blog post.
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The 2017 Hegg Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees
On June 11, 2017, 66 members of the diocese were honored with the David P. Hegg II Lifetime Achievement Award at the 21st annual Senior Ministries Evensong, held at St. Peter's Church in Morristown with the Rt. Rev. Mark M. Beckwith, Bishop of Newark, officiating.
High-resolution photos of the honorees with the Bishop, taken by Russ Worthington, can be downloaded from this
online dropbox.
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A Matter of Faith with a Bishop, an Imam and a Rabbi:
Survivors of Opioid and Substance Abuse
In their second episode, Bishop Mark Beckwith, Imam W.Deen Shareef and Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz discuss the horrors, ramifications and treatment of opioid and substance abuse. Their inspiring guests Mariel Hufnagel, Mark Dorsey and Isla Ali have all survived substance abuse and have gone on to lead productive lives.
Watch the video online.
A Matter of Faith is a monthly series by NJTV that examines today's headlining news through the lens of faith. You can find NJTV on
these channels. The third episode will air some time in late June.
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| St. James', Upper Montclair:
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| The Rev. Gregory Perez and Bishop Mark Beckwith:
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| St. Elizabeth's, Ridgewood:
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Would you like to stay up-to-date on justice issues in New Jersey?
The
Weekly Witness is an online publication from the Rev. Sara Lilja, Director of the
Lutheran Episcopal Advocacy Ministry of New Jersey. It utilizes each Sunday's Gospel reading to lift up current and ongoing justice issues and challenges in the State of New Jersey and our local communities, and includes organizations and networks for those individuals who desire to become involved at a deeper level.
Subscribe here.
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Summer workshop
Ditch your device, feed your soul
WED, JUL 26, 6 PM @ GRACE CHURCH, MADISON
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Anti-Racism Dialogues
FRI-SAT, SEP 29-30 @ DIOCESE OF NEW YORK
SAT, OCT 7 & SAT, OCT 14 @ EPISCOPAL HOUSE
Anti-Racism Dialogues will be held this fall at Episcopal House in Newark (
October 7 and 14)
and also in Ossining, NY by the Diocese of New York(
September 29-30). Sign up now to secure your spot.
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News from Episcopal House
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Report from the retreat of the Bishop Search/Nominating and Transition Committees
In the hope of a faithful response to God the Search/Nominating and Transition committees began their work together June 9 at St. Luke's in Montclair. The task ahead is to identify candidates for the election of the 11th
Bishop in the Diocese of Newark.
Read more.
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Who elects the next Bishop of Newark?
Did you know: The Deputies your congregation elects to represent your church at the 144th Annual Diocesan Convention on January 26-27, 2018 will also have the responsibility of voting for the next Bishop of Newark. This election will take place at a
Special Convention scheduled for May 19, 2018 at a location to be decided. For more information, please contact John King, Secretary of Convention, at
[email protected].
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Clergy ministry transitions
Ordinations
- The Rev. Cathie Studwell to the Priesthood - June 10, 2017
- The Rev. Sylvester Ekunwe to the Priesthood - June 17, 2017
Arrivals
- The Rev. Tom Mathews, Rector, Church Church, Ridgewood - September 2017
Departures
- The Rev. Tom Mathews, Rector, St. Luke's, Phillipsburg - September 2017
See all clergy ministry transitions in 2017.
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Diocesan deadlines
Submissions to The VOICE Online
During the summer,
The VOICE Online will be published once a month on the 3rd Wednesday. The remaining summer deadlines are:
- WED, JUL 12 for July 19 issue
- WED, AUG 9 for August 16 issue
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News from The Episcopal Church
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All Saints, Hoboken awarded UTO grant
All Saints Community Service and Development Corporation of
All Saints Episcopal Parish in Hoboken has been awarded a United Thank Offering grant of $27,029.00 for its Parent Education Workshops.
The United Thank Offering is a ministry of the Episcopal Church to promote thankfulness and mission in the whole Church. Known worldwide as UTO, the United Thank Offering grants are awarded for projects that address human needs and help alleviate poverty, both domestically and internationally in the Episcopal Church.
Read more.
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Applications accepted for Stewardship of Creation grants
The Episcopal Church Advisory Council for the Stewardship of Creation is accepting applications for grants that focus on local faith-based projects for mitigating climate change and safeguarding the integrity of Creation.
Find out more.
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Applications accepted for Episcopal Church Missioner for Black Ministries
The Episcopal Church is accepting applications, from both clergy and laity, for the full-time position of Missioner for Black Ministries, a member of the Presiding Bishop's staff. The application deadline is July 19. Find out more.
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