ECCT WEEKLY ENEWSLETTER
January 23, 2019
Joining Jesus in the New Missional Age, February 23

Gather with parishes from across ECCT and learn firsthand about the five “Spiritual Practices for a New Missional Age.” Join the Rev. Tim Hodapp, Canon for Mission Collaboration at The Commons on Saturday, February 23, with  Al Roxburgh , theologian and facilitator from  The Missional Network , for a day in exploration of ancient Christian practices and how they can transform our lives, parishes, and neighborhoods.
WHO? : Any Rector or PIC and three to five parishioners.

WHAT? : Exploring the Spiritual Practices for a New Missional Age

WHEN? : Saturday, February 23, 2019, 8:30 a.m-2:00 p.m.

WHERE? The Commons, 290 Pratt St. Meriden, CT, 06450

HOW?  Registration required — limited seating/first come/first served, Please RSVP on Eventbrite.

WHY? Why not? Who doesn’t want to join Jesus and change the world?
The Missional Network has designed a four-module/12-month process for parishes to dive into these five practices more deeply. Come and learn more and, if you’re ready, sign up to be one of our 12 parishes to embark on a yearlong facilitated process to engage these practices in 2019. Required participation for 12-Month Engagement: Rector/PIC and six to eight parishioners.
IRIS Run for Refugee 5k Run/Walk Race, February 3

ECCT will be one of the many sponsors for the upcoming IRIS - Integrated Refugee and Immigrant Services Run for Refugees 5k in New Haven on Sunday, February 3. Registration is still open for the race, and can be found here . Last year over 3,000 individuals ran & walked through the East Rock neighborhood of New Haven! Registration is $32 for adults, $22 for students.

If races aren't your thing, you can donate to the cause here or come cheer on some familiar faces ( cough cough Karin Hamilton and Alli Huggins). Afterwards, stay for an international feast!
ECCT PODCAST
New Episode: Karin and Alli talk with the Rt. Rev. Ian T. Douglas and Tiffany Reed about Joining Jesus in the New Missional Age in ECCT.

Listen to the episode and others at Coffee Hour at The Commons , or on iTunes , Google Play , and Stitcher !
Know of an interesting individual or unique ministry in ECCT? Maybe something going on at your parish, or someone there? Let us know!!
ECCT IN THE NEWS
  • The vestry of St. James', New London voted to divest of its fossil fuel stocks: Op-Ed "Enough of Sitting Still" by vestry member Judy Benson in The Day of New London 2/20/19

Email Alli or Karin if your parish or worshiping community has been featured in the news!
EVENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, & REMINDERS
Weekly FB-live prayer with Bishops United Against Gun Violence

Episcopalians Against Gun Violence Facebook page will host live weekly five-minute prayer services hosted by Bishops United Against Gun Violence.

The first service was last Friday led by Bishop Ian T. Douglas. The next two will be led by:
  • January 25: Bishop Gretchen Rehberg, Diocese of Spokane
Parochial Reports 101 information meetings now scheduled; Reports due March 1
Join Canon Louis Fuertes and other ECCT office of finance staff for Parochial Reports 101. Space is limited, no more than 2 people per parish.

The 2018 Parochial Reports are due on or before March 1, 2019 .
January 25 , 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
January 29 , 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
January 31 , 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Applications Accepted for Coordinator, Indigenous Theological Education (The Episcopal Church)

The Episcopal Church is accepting applications for the position of Coordinator, Indigenous Theological Education, a member of the Office of Indigenous Ministries, which is part of the Evangelism Team of the Department of Mission.

Application Deadline: TOMORROW January 24. More information here .
Upcoming Region Clericus Gatherings, Registration Required

All Clergy -- please register for one of the following upcoming Clericus gatherings:
February 5
Northwest & Southwest
St. Timothy's, Fairfield
10:00 a.m.
April 4

North Central & South Central
St. Paul's, Wallingford
11:00 a.m.
Serving God’s Mission with the Poor & Marginalized: Convention Follow-up Meeting on Jan. 26
 
Join the Rev. Jessie Karpf and the Rev. Ron Steed, ECCT deacons, for the first gathering on January 26 at The Commons in Meriden. Please RSVP for planning purposes, and review the report to Convention from this workshop.
Way of Love and other Lenten Resources

The Episcopal Church released Life Transformed: The Way of Love in Lent and Easter , a list of resources from partnering organizations and churches. Three specific resources include Adult Forums, Quiet Days, and Test Kitchen.

Other resources include: Lent Madness, Sermons that Work for Lent, Ashes to Go, and more!

Note: ECCT has chosen to promote  The Way of Love resources as its primary recommendation for Lent and Easter this year.
Trinity Institute: Scene & Unseen: Facing Race Through Film, February 8 - 9, 2019
Upcoming Trinity Institute will feature two films ( Do the Right Thing by Spike Lee & Blindspotting by Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casals. This will be an in-person-only event in NYC that will be recorded. Panel includes: t he Rev. Dr. Kelly Brown Douglas, Dr. Greg Garrett, and Dr. Catherine Meeks.  

 (Editor's note: Copyright laws require that churches/Regions need a license to show films, even when offered for education or formation and free to participants; companies such as CCLI offer licenses.)
Microfinancing: Learn more Feb 9.

On the Coffee Hour at The Commons podcast, Rich Stein talked about the Global Philanthropy Leaders initiative he co-founded at St. Stephen's in Ridgefield that teaches young people about microfinance and where it intersects with faith, and gives them the opportunity to make loans. The GPL initiative is expanding in the Southwest Region and Rich is giving a presentation on it at 1 p.m. at St. Matthew's, Wilton, on Feb. 9 following their Region Convocation. Email the Rev. Carlos de la Torre, SW Region Missionary, for more info:  cdelatorre@episcopalct.org
Bishop's Book Discussion, February 14

The next Bishop's Book Discussion at Camp Washington will be February 14 at 11:00 a.m. The group continues to read Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin. Please register, a $10 donation is appreciated to cover the cost of lunch. More information at CampWashington.org.
United Thank Offering Grant Applications Due to ECCT Feb 15

The focus for the 2019 United Thank Offering grants is  Go: Crossing boundaries created by race, culture, and economics to create communities that listen deeply and learn to live like Jesus.  More information is available   here . Detailed guidelines for applying for the grants are  here . Please submit all applications to Chrissy Shingler by February 15 for Bishop's approval and endorsement.

Online ZOOM webinar with UTO Grant Committee: January 15 & February 13 at noon and 8:00 p.m.
Spend your summer working at Camp Washington!

Camp Washington is accepting applications for a seasonal Summer Camp Program Director. A full job description is available on their website CampWashington.org . Other upcoming opportunities include Special Program Coordinator and 2019 Camp Counselor.

Listen to the latest podcast episode to hear about all the Creation Care initiatives happening at Camp!
Revive! A new small-group discipleship program for lay leaders from Forward Movement

Forward Movement released a new program seeking to inspire and reinvigorate lay leaders of the church. Created by the Rev. Canon Dawn Davis,  Revive  is a small-group discipleship program that celebrates the dedicated service of lay leaders and helps them grow into deeper relationship with God. The full  Revive  program costs $299, but an introductory price of $100 runs through the end of March; see website for details .
ECCT CALENDAR
Events below are coming up in the next few weeks
The ECCT calendar is located  here . It allows you to filter events by category and includes a subscribe link at the bottom of the page. Specific details including locations, times, etc. will also be found there.

  • January 24: Property Committee Meeting, The Commons
  • January 24: Missional Priest-in-Charge Gathering, The Commons
  • January 25: Parochial Reports 101, The Commons
  • January 26: Mission Council Work Day, Camp Washington
  • January 26: Serving God's Mission with the Poor & Marginalized, The Commons
  • January 29: Parochial Reports 101, The Commons
  • January 29: Transition Consultants Gathering, The Commons
  • January 31: Parochial Reports 101, The Commons
  • January 31: Celebration of New Ministry: the Rev. Taylor Albright, Trinity Tariffville
  • February 5: Northwest & Southwest Region Clericus Gathering, St. Timothy's, Fairfield

Bishops' Visitation Schedule:

  • January 27: Bishop Ahrens: St. John's, East Windsor; Bishop Douglas: Epiphany, Durham
  • February 3: Bishop Ahrens: St. Andrew's, Stamford; Bishop Douglas: St. Paul's, Wallingford
  • February 10: Bishop Ahrens: St. James', Higganum; Bishop Douglas: All Saints, Ivoryton
  • February 17: Bishop Ahrens: All Saints, Meriden; Bishop Douglas: St. Andrew, Northford
All Parish, Region, and Ministry Network events are posted on  this calendar .

Below are the upcoming events for the next two weeks. Hosting an event? Please submit ALL parish, Region, and Ministry Network events  using this form. Please indicate which region your event is in by selecting the appropriate region category.   Contact specific parish for updates, locations, and details.

PLEASE check to see if your event is already on the calendar before you submit it.

Parish:
Regular worship services, including season-specific, will not be listed below.   

  • January 23: Christology, St. Mark's, Storrs
  • January 23: Bible Study, All Saints, East Hartford
  • January 27: Choral Evensong, St. John's, West Hartford
  • January 27: Healing Service, Trinity, Brooklyn
  • January 27: Sung Compline, St. Michael's, Litchfield
  • January 30: 3 Churches Dismantling, Reading "Waking Up White," St. Mary's, Manchester
  • January 30: Read & Feed: A Book Study, Trinity, Wethersfield
  • February 2: Concert - Whiffenpoofs of Yale, Christ & Holy Trinity, Westport
  • February 2: Sounds Good Concert "The True Story of Cinderella," St. Francis, Stamford
  • February 3: Souper Bowl Sunday, Christ and the Epiphany, East Haven
  • February 3: African American Read-In, Trinity, New Haven
  • February 3: Pipes Alive! Concert - Kyle Swann, St. John's, West Hartford
  • February 3: Readings & Music - "From the Annunciation to the Presentation," St. Michael's, Litchfield

Region:
  • January 29: NC Region - Leadership Team Meeting, Trinity, Wethersfield
Safe Church Training:

* DATES FOR 2019 ARE BEING SCHEDULED *

All Safe Church Trainings (Comprehensive Basic, and Lay Recertification) can be found on our website. Please find & register for trainings on our website .
OPEN POSITIONS
Job openings may be found  here on the website . NOTE: Applicants will be able to submit their resume and cover letter to the contact person directly from the ECCT website, if that option is chosen by the person submitting the position for posting. 


For open Clergy positions please click here .