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Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
September 14, 2022
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Together, we are the body of Christ ~ transforming people from members into disciples, moving more deeply into God's call to life and ministry, and extending our mission beyond the status quo. | | |
Episcopal Preaching Foundation Retreat for Lay Preachers
When I think about our lay preachers, I think of Numbers 11:29–But Moses said to him, “Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the Lord’s people were prophets, that the Lord would put his Spirit on them!”
At the risk of using language not typically used by Episcopalians: the Lord has put the Spirit on them! I see it, I feel it, and I hear it. It is a gift to behold.
I have had the great privilege this past year to work with six dedicated lay preachers from across our diocese. We are one of six dioceses chosen for this pilot program administered by the Episcopal Preaching Foundation and funded by a grant from Trinity Wallstreet. The goal of this program is to raise up well-trained lay preachers who can then become teachers themselves in their various contexts as they are led and needed.
In the third week of August this year, we gathered in a beautiful place with beautiful people at the Episcopal Retreat Center in Roslyn, Virginia. We met with other lay students and instructors from the other five dioceses. These brave people, students and instructors, are not afraid of the jealousy we read in the Numbers passage, or the murmuring of others, or even their own doubts. They are sharing the Good News of God’s love, mercy, compassion and goodness in ever new ways.
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BayLights
September 30-October 2 at Beckwith
BayLights is a diocesan-wide homecoming weekend full of fun and fellowship in support of Beckwith Camp and Conference Center.
Getaway to Beckwith and enjoy a weekend event fundraiser that includes music, food and an opportunity to bid on fantastic items in the online auction, plus purchase a draw-down ticket for a chance to win a one-week stay in Tuscany, Italy or Antigua!
REGISTER HERE
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In Case You Missed It
- August 24 edition of Coastline READ
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Bailey and Clark, two of the youngest parishioners at St. Paul's Magnolia Springs, ring the post-service church bell with neighbors William and Vivian who accompanied them to church on August 21, 2022.
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Cursillo #167
September 15-18 at Beckwith
Cursillo (“Cur see yo”) is a three-day weekend that introduces people to simple methods for nurturing and growing their relationships with Christ. It provides an experience of living in a Christian community centered in worship, prayer, study of scripture, and interaction with other Christians. Its mission is to build up our parish churches by encouraging and empowering its members to prepare for doing the work of the church- the spreading of the Gospel.
Lay Rector: Diane Voors of St. James, Eufaula
Patron Saint: Saint Teresa of Avila
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Commission on Racial Justice & Reconciliation Speaker Series
Thursday, September 22, 6:30 pm
Christ Church Cathedral, 115 S Conception St, Mobile
Featuring Frye Gaillard and Cynthia Tucker discussing progress made during the civil rights era and comparisons with issues we face today.
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Adventurous Aging: How to Stay Young at Heart
October 29, from 10am to 2pm, at St. Paul's Episcopal High School in Mobile
The Commission on Affirmative Aging is sponsoring its second annual workshop that includes the following presentations from area experts:
- Recent Research on Senescence with Melinda Henderson, Ph.D., APRN
- Orthopedic Health and Joint Replacements with Grant Zarzour, M.D.
- Cardiovascular Health with Matthew Quinn, M.D.
- Cardio Worship and Chair Yoga with Natalie Smith of St. Mary's, Coden
- Pain Management with Aimee Walsh, M.D.
Registration is now open. The cost is $15 and includes lunch. Four CEU hours for clergy, nurses and healthcare workers.
REGISTER HERE
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From The Episcopal Church | |
Great EpisGOpal Race
Register for the Great EpisGOpal Race! This year, UTO is partnering with Episcopal Migration Ministries to race in gratitude for our bodies, environments, communities, and neighbors. Proceeds will support both the 2022 United Thank Offering (UTO) Ingathering and Episcopal Migration Ministries’ (EMM) Neighbor to Neighbor program—founded through funding from a UTO grant. Neighbor to Neighbor trains and provides supports to faith communities who serve as sponsors for new refugee neighbors. Learn more at iam.ec/episgopal2022.
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Bishop Russell's Upcoming Visitations | | |
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September 18
St. Cyprian's, Pensacola
September 21
St. Matthew's, Chipley
September 28
St. Michael's, Chickasaw
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September 18
St. Cyprian's, Pensacola
September 25
Beckwith Camp & Conference Center
St. John, Robertsdale
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September 18
Coffee County Jail County Complex, New Brockton
September 25
Choctaw County Jail, Butler
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Last October, Bishop Russell introduced the "Go Forward" campaign - a call for renewal, leadership, mission and unity in our diocese. To learn more about the campaign's priorities and stay up-to-date on the latest news, including our recent videos, visit www.goforwardcampaign.org.
Make a gift or pledge HERE.
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