The Episcopal Diocese of Newark
Leadership News: July 2017
Key information for clergy and lay leaders from Episcopal House
Published on the last Wednesday of each month
For Congregations
Independence Day
Independence Day

In observance of Independence Day, Episcopal House will be closed next Monday and Tuesday, July 3 and 4.

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Collect for Independence Day, BCP p. 242

Joining God in Shaping Our Future
Workshop_ Ditch your device_ feed your soul
Summer workshop
Ditch your device, feed your soul
WED, JUL 26, 6 PM @ GRACE, MADISON

This workshop is sponsored by the Empowering Action Team of Diocesan Council.  Find out more and register online.
LEAMNJ Justice Gathering
Grow your Network for Justice
SAT, SEP 16, 10 AM - 3 PM
@ CROSS ROADS CAMP & RETREAT CENTER

Presented by the Lutheran Episcopal Advocacy Ministry of New Jersey ( leamnj.org), this gathering is for all ministry groups and persons who have a passion for justice. Dr. Traci West, Professor of Christian Ethics and African American Studies from Drew Theological Seminary, will lead off the day, and there will be opportunities to engage fellow Lutheran and Episcopalians from throughout the state, deepen your engagement with justice issues, and grow your network. Activities for children will be offered, so bring your family!

There is no cost, but you must register online by September 13. Questions? Contact the Rev. Sara Lilja, Director of LEAMNJ, at slilja@leamnj.org.

Anti-Racism Dialogues
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 & 14) and also in Ossining, NY by the Diocese of New York ( September 29-30). Sign up now to secure your spot.

The VOICE Online summer deadlines

During the summer months of June, July and August, The VOICE Online is being published once a month on the 3rd Wednesday. The upcoming deadlines are:
  • WED, JUL 12 for July 19 issue
  • WED, AUG 9 for August 16 issue
Governance
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 jking@dioceseofnewark.org.

Follow Bishop Search updates at dioceseofnewark.org/bishop-search.
For Clergy
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. Petero Sabune, Interim, Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral, Newark - June 25, 2017
  • The Rev. Tom Mathews, Rector, St. Luke's, Phillipsburg - September 2017
See all clergy ministry transitions in 2017.

Clergy openings

At Step 1: Separation & Planning
  • St. Clement's Church, Hawthorne - Priest-in-Charge
  • St. Bartholomew's Church, Ho-Ho-Kus - Interim
At Step 2: Self Study
  • Holy Trinity Church, Hillsdale - Priest-in-Charge
  • St. Paul's Church, Paterson - Priest-in-Charge (part-time)
  • St. John's Memorial Church, Ramsey - Priest-in-Charge
  • Church of the Holy Innocents, West Orange - Priest-in-Charge
At Step 3: Discernment / Receiving Names
  • St. Peter's Church, Essex Fells - Priest-in-Charge
  • All Saints Episcopal Parish, Hoboken - Rector
  • St. David's Church, Kinnelon - Interim Priest
  • St. Andrew's Church, Newark - Vicar (part-time)
  • Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral, Newark - Interim Dean
Find out more.

Leadership News is a monthly publication of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark sent to congregation leaders, including (but not restricted to) clergy, wardens, vestry members, treasurers and parish administrators.

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