{e} Connections | November 15, 2022 | |
Episcopal Community Ministries Expands Grants, Transforms Ministries | |
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There’s a garden growing produce and flowers for food pantries at All Saints, New Albany. Recent immigrants are finding help adapting to a new country at Church of Our Saviour-La Iglesia de Nuestro Salvador, Cincinnati. And people with medical expenses beyond their means are receiving emergency assistance through Trinity, Troy.
These and 17 other ministries across the diocese were supported in 2022 with grants from Episcopal Community Ministries (ECM), which recently announced its intention to award more money and award it more frequently, beginning with a new granting cycle for which applications are due by December 15.
ECM will make $100,000 in grants available in 2023, said the Rev. Canon David Getreu, canon for budget and finance, a significant increase over the $70,500 it awarded in 2022. ECM also perceived a need to keep grant money flowing to parish ministries throughout the year, Getreu said, and is instituting a second application period with a deadline of June 15.
That is good news for ministries like the Garden for All at All Saints, New Albany—where garden co-founder Catherine Duffy says simply, “We couldn’t have done our work if it weren’t for ECM.” And it is a sign of the diocese’s commitment to vulnerable and marginalized populations, such as the immigrants served by the Transformations program at Church of our Saviour-La Iglesia de Nuestro Salvador, where the Rev. Paula Jackson, the church’s rector, says, “Our ECM grants are the single most important thing that make us feel connected to our diocese.”
Read the entire story and apply for an ECM grant online.
Photo: Transformations CDC
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From the Nominating Committee: Online survey open through Nov. 19; one focus group remaining | |
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Yesterday evening, the Bishop Nominating Committee sent a message to the people of the diocese:
We have had great success with the bishop search focus groups, but we also understand that not everyone has been able to participate. We still very much want to hear from you. If you have not had a chance to be in a focus group, please take this online survey by 11 p.m. on Saturday, November 19.
Remaining Zoom Focus Group
Registration for Zoom focus groups is not required, but is encouraged. Please register using the online form.
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Granville Turkey Trot Nov. 24 | |
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On November 24, the streets of Granville, Ohio will be filled with people supporting the Food Pantry Network of Licking County by participating in the Granville Turkey Trot. St. Luke's, Granville, is a sponsor of the event, helping to make possible the food pantry's donation of about 4 million pounds of food this year.
Learn more about the race and sign up online today at granvilleturkeytrot.com.
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Christmas Joy Purse for Ebola orphans | |
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Partners-in-Ministry-in-Liberia (PIMIL) asks the people of the diocese to donate toward an annual “Christmas Joy Purse” that will provide Christmas celebrations for Liberian Ebola orphans in their communities. PIMIL hopes to raise $1,000 by December 12 in order to transmit the funds to Liberia in time for the celebrations.
The Christmas Joy Purse idea was conceived by the Sunday school and teachers of Trinity, Columbus, at the outbreak of the Ebola epidemic in 2014. The idea has turned into a yearly tradition, but the impact of COVID-19 has made it difficult for the congregation to continue sponsoring the event. The PIMIL board hopes that others in the diocese will help keep the tradition alive.
Learn more and donate online.
Image: A kickball game at a past Christmas celebration.
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The 148th Convention of the Diocese of Southern Ohio will take place on Saturday, November 19. | |
- See the list of nominees here.
- See proposed changes to the Constitution and Canons here.
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See proposed resolutions here.
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See the Draft 2023 Budget here.
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See the 2023 Budget Narrative here.
Find the latest details about the convention at DSOConvention.org and watch upcoming issues of the newsletter for updates.
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Forms, policies, and other information for congregational management can be found on the resources hub on the diocesan website. | |
Applications for Episcopal Community Ministries grants now open | |
The 2023 Episcopal Community Ministries (ECM) grant application is now available online. ECM enthusiastically welcomes applications from congregations that need help funding existing outreach ministries or are seeking seed money to launch new service initiatives.
To qualify for an ECM grant, ministries must have the active participation of church members and be supported by congregational resources. Grants will now be awarded twice annually – in February and July. Application deadlines are December 15 and June 15.
Read more here.
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A complete list of events can be found on the diocesan calendar.
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Nov 16 at 2 p.m.: Trustees Quarterly Investment meeting
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Nov 17 at 2 p.m.: Standing Committee
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Nov 19 at 9 a.m.: 148th Annual Convention
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Nov 24-25: Diocesan office closed for Thanksgiving holiday
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Dec 1 at 2 p.m.: Standing Committee
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Dec 2-3: Winter CoM meeting
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Dec 3 at 9 a.m.: Procter Board
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Dec 8 at 9:30 a.m.: Trustees meeting
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Dec 10 at 1 p.m.: Ordination of Deacons at Christ Church Cathedral
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Dec 15: Deadline for ECM Grant applications
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Dec 15 at 2 p.m.: Standing Committee
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Dec 16 at 11 a.m.: Church Foundation meeting
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Dec 17 at 9 a.m.: Diocesan Council
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Episcopal visitation schedule | |
Diocesan Ministries & Initiatives | |
Becoming Beloved Community | |
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The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio has committed to the call of Becoming Beloved Community, with deepening focus on the work of racial healing, reconciliation, and justice-making. Learn more and subscribe to the Diocese of Southern Ohio Becoming Beloved Community newsletter.
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Advocacy briefings are compiled by Ariel Miller, a longtime community advocate and member of Ascension & Holy Trinity, Wyoming.
In today's update:
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Ohio Election Results and Implications: Using gerrymandered state legislative maps ruled unconstitutional by the Ohio Supreme Court but mandated by a Federal court panel to allow the election to proceed in 2022, Ohio Republicans increased their supermajority in both the House and the Senate. Read more.
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Lame Duck Sessions: Bills that fail to pass before the end of the year die. Read more to see issues at risk in the federal and state legislatures.
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For more information about seasonal opportunities as well as ongoing opportunities such as Education for Ministry, Safe Church Training, and Anti-Racism Training, visit the Formation page on the diocesan website and subscribe to the Diocese of Southern Ohio Formation newsletter.
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Safe Church Certification
All clergy, vestry members, licensed leaders (lay worship leaders, lay Eucharistic visitors, lay Eucharistic ministers), church staff, parish key holders, all volunteers and all outside group leaders that use parish buildings need to be certified in Safe Church.
Stay up to date with your Safe Church Licensure! Take the training today, or email Emma Helms-Steinmetz to find out when your certification expires (5 years from your last certification).
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Interfaith Youth Gatherings with Cincinnati Kids4Peace | |
Do you want to spend. time with friends? Make new friends? Eat snacks, learn, and grow together? Then come join us as we build community around love and understanding. You can identify with any faith, religion, spirituality, or none at all. All teens are welcome.
"Kids4Peace is a way to first make friends and then become more aware and educated on different types of people," Shanaz, a Kids4Peace participant, says.
The gatherings will take place at the ish Garage in Northside (4113 Langland St., Cincinnati, OH 43223) on the following Sundays from 2:30 to 4 p.m.:
- November 20
- December 4 and 18
Contact Adam Hayden for more details via email or at 812.430.4464.
Register online.
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If your congregation would like to have news or an event notice published in the newsletter, email Julie Murray. | |
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Sunday, Nov. 20
4:30 p.m. Pre-Vespers Lecture
5:00 p.m. Bach Vespers
Nur jedem das Seine, BWV 163
This Bach Vespers at St. Thomas, Terrace Park, will feature prelude music by the St. Thomas Ensemble-in-Residence Seven Hills Baroque. Bach Ensemble Assistant Conductor Matthew Lee will lead the Bach Choir in a performance of My Shepherd Will Supply My Need by the American composer Mac Wilberg. A reception will follow. Learn more.
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Red Door Community Concert: The Flying Klezmarians | |
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The third concert of the Red Door Community Concert series at Holy Trinity, Oxford, will feature the Miami Valley Klezmer Band, aka The Flying Klezmerians, on Friday, Dec. 2 at 12:15 p.m. This concert is co-sponsored by Miami University Hillel. The concert is free and open to the public, masks are suggested. You can also watch the concert on the Holy Trinity YouTube Channel.
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Board the Polar Express at Christ Church, Glendale | |
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Christ Church, Glendale will host a reading of The Polar Express and a tour of their model train room. All are invited to come in their PJs. (None must). Departure is Saturday, Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. from Olivia House. Hot chocolate bar and cookies provided.
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St. Thomas' Christmas Caper | |
St. Thomas, Terrace Park, will host its annual holiday cookie and candy sale and raffle on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from the Christmas Caper help support Inter Parish Ministry and the St. Thomas Discretionary Fund.
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Fall Feast: Volunteers Needed Thanksgiving Week | |
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Give Back Cincinnati and Duke Energy Convention Center are hosting Fall Feast Cincinnati – offering free turkey dinners, free live music, and free coats to our neighbors. Fall Feast needs 50 more volunteers the week of Thanksgiving, especially on Thanksgiving Day. If you would like to put the way of love into action by volunteering, sign up here.
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Cincinnati Fusion Ensemble Fall concert at Calvary | |
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Calvary Episcopal Church in Cincinnati presents the Mary Slade Rust Martin and Louis Henry Martin Memorial Program, featuring the Cincinnati Fusion Ensemble and soloists, with concert organist Isabelle Demers, on Sunday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m.
The concert is privately underwritten, and no tickets are required. The suggested donation (for CFE educational/outreach initiative) is $20.
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Updates from Christ Church Cathedral | |
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Music Live at Lunch is a free, weekly concert series featuring a variety of music. Bring your own lunch or buy one at the cathedral. Concerts are held on Tuesdays, September through May, at 12:10 p.m. Convenient parking is located in the Queen City Square Garage across the street from the cathedral’s Fourth Street entrance.
Upcoming performers:
Nov 22: Students of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music harpsichord & organ studios
Nov 29: Vincenzo G. Volpe (flute) & Michael Delfin (piano)
Dec 6: Clark & Jones Trio – Celtic & folk seasonal music
Dec 13: Heri et Hodie: Women’s vocal ensemble presenting holiday music
Dec 20: Cathedral Choir: Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols
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Terra Divina Contemplative Prayer Gathering
November 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Imago Community Garden in Price Hill, 739 Terry Street Cincinnati, OH 45205
In this outdoor, all-ages, bi-weekly Saturday morning participants gather around a fire for contemplative practice rooted in the rhythms of the natural world. Registration is recommended, but not required. Learn more on the cathedral website. Contact Megan Suttman at msuttman@cccath.org with questions or to register.
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Handel’s Messiah
Sunday, December 4
3:00 p.m.
Collegium Cincinnati’s new artistic director Matthew Phelps conducts the ensemble’s annual performance of George Frederick Handel’s Messiah.
Learn more and reserve tickets. The concert will also be live-streamed.
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Remember Procter Center during the holidays | |
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While holiday shopping, please consider linking your Amazon cart to Procter Center’s Amazon Smile account.
In addition to Amazon Smile, Procter Center also has an Amazon Wish List, which is full of items needed to make camp activities even more fun! Click this link, pick-out the items you wish to give, and they will ship directly to Procter. Center
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See all job opportunities on the diocesan website.
Latest postings:
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Digital Missioner, St. John's, Columbus
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Nursery Attendant (part-time), St. Andrew's, Pickerington
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Director of Music, Trinity Lutheran Church, Cincinnati
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Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries, Trinity Lutheran Church, Cincinnati
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Communications and Office Assistant (part-time), St. Patrick's, Lebanon
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Financial Administrator, Trinity Church on Capitol Square, Columbus
Email Julie Murray to add a job listing.
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