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The Reconciliation of a Penitent
In these closing days of Lent, Bishop Hughes recommends meeting with a priest for the Rite of Reconciliation of a Penitent in the Book of Common Prayer as a way to go joyfully into Easter, unburdened from worry, guilt, or regret. (Time: 4:57 | Read the transcript.)
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Holy Week & Easter
Holy Tuesday - Clergy Renewal of Vows
TUE, MAR 26 | 11 AM - 2 PM | Grace, Madison
Good Friday - Episcopal House closed
FRI, MAR 29
Easter Sunday - Easter Service at the Cathedral
SUN, MAR 31 | 10 AM | Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral, Newark
Join the Cathedral congregation as Bishop Hughes celebrates and preaches at the Easter Service. The service will be live streamed to the diocesan YouTube channel and remain available for later viewing.
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Ordination to the Vocational Diaconate:
Jacqueline McLeod & Annie Pike
SAT, APR 13 | 10 AM
Trinity & St. Philip's Cathedral, Newark
Find out more.
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Wardens' & Treasurers' Zoom meeting with the Bishop
WED, APR 17 | 7-8:30 PM
An email will be sent to all Church Wardens and Treasurers with sign-in instructions for this Zoom meeting.
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2024 Hegg Awards
SUN, JUN 9 | 3 PM | St. Peter's, Morristown
The Hegg Awards are given annually to members of our diocese who are:
- Age 60+.
- A long-standing, active member of your congregation.
- Made or makes contributions to the congregation and/or the diocese.
Each church may honor up to two individuals.
Clergy and wardens should have received communications about this year's Hegg Awards from Randy Johnson, including the names of your church's past honorees. Please submit information for your 2024 honorees no later than 5 PM Friday, May 24 using this online form.
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General Convention Summer Trip
SAT, JUN 22 - FRI, JUN 28
The Youth Commission is excited to open Registration for the 2024 Diocese of Newark Summer Youth Trip, for youth in grades 8-12!
This year youth will be traveling to Louisville, KY during the General Convention of the Episcopal Church. While there, youth will get to see some of the workings of our denomination, connect with other youth from across the Episcopal Church, meet with our Bishop, take part in spiritual formation, participate in justice activities/missions... and of course there will be lots of fun and food included. Find out more and register online.
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Happening at Our Congregations | |
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Parish shares Iftar meal with Muslim neighbors
“Ramadan Mubarak!” was a common shared greeting at Christ Church in Bloomfield & Glen Ridge when parishioners broke the fast at Iftar with Muslim neighbors from the Peace Island Institute (PII). About 50 people gathered together, with PII offering a presentation on Ramadan. Read more.
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Lent & Holy Week:
Lenten Organ Recital
FRI, MAR 22 | 12:15 PM | Grace, Madison
Lenten Fish Fry Fridays
FRI, MAR 22 | 6-8 PM | St. Andrew & Holy Communion, South Orange
Women at the Cross
MON, MAR 25 | 7:30PM | Holy Spirit, Verona
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Evelyn Underhill Outreach meeting
WED, MAR 20 | 7 PM | Zoom
Movie Night: The Book of Clarence
SAT, MAR 23 | 4 PM | Epiphany & Christ Church, Orange
End of Life Series - Emotional: Palliative Care
MON, APR 8 | 7 PM | Holy Spirit, Verona
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Scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year | |
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Union of Black Episcopalians Scholarship
Application deadline: MAR 22
Open to all high school seniors who are actively engaged in a parish in the Diocese of Newark.
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Gertrude Butts Scholarship
Application deadline: APR 22
Open to students who demonstrate financial need and who are members of a parish in the Diocese of Newark, with a special emphasis on orphans or children of single parents.
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George E. Rath Scholarship
Application Deadline: MAY 15
Provides children of canonically resident clergy with extra financial assistance for college expenses at accredited four-year education institutions.
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Don't miss out on the 150th Convention Banner Parade! | |
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Is your church's banner ready for the 150th Convention Banner Parade? Watch the video invitation, right.
(Time: 1:58 | Read the transcript.)
If you need assistance preparing your church's banner (or acquiring a new one), contact Jane Jubilee at 973-430-9902 or jjubilee@dioceseofnewark.org.
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Convention reference information
Convention webpage: dioceseofnewark.org/convention
Contacts
Dates & deadlines
- 234 days until the 150th Convention!
- Registration deadline for Youth Convo: TBA
- Nominations deadlines: SEP 13 (late Nominees NOV 1)
- Registration dates for Deputations and all canonically resident Clergy: SEP 16, 12 NOON (forms to be sent May/June)
- Hotel reservations deadline at group rate: OCT 8
- Registration date for Guests: OCT 18
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Cross Roads is the ecumenical camp and retreat center of our diocese and the NJ Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. | |
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Upcoming events at Cross Roads
Wednesdays Away
A time of spiritual renewal hosted by Cross Roads throughout the year. Includes prayer and conversation led by a spiritual director and focusing on a different spiritual practice or theme each month. These retreats are open to all people interested in exploring new faith practices. Learn more and register online.
Rostered Leaders Retreat
TUE, APR 23, 4 PM - THU, APR 25, 11 AM
Cross Roads is proud to be hosting the New Life for Weary Souls: An Easter Retreat for Rostered Leaders, led by Dr. Audrey West and Pastor Dale Selover. Dr. West currently serves as the Project Administrator for Thriving in Ministry: Moravian Clergy Connection. She is a retreat leader, author, and wandering seminary professor in ELCA and Moravian contexts. Pastor Selover currently serves as a spiritual companion, retreat leader, and director of the House Next Door. Register online.
Open Houses
SAT, MAY 4 & SAT, JUN 8
Come and visit Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center for one of their open houses this spring! Learn all about their summer and year-round opportunities. Take a tour of camp, hear stories about summer camp, ask questions of their staff, and finish with a delicious lunch in the dining hall. These are especially great opportunities for families interested in sending their children to camp for the first time (or attending Family Camp together) or for retreat leaders interested in one of our many buildings that are open year-round. These tours start at 10:30 AM from the Lodge and conclude after lunch at noon. Please register by the Monday before the date attending. Learn more and register online.
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The VOICE Online is published every other Wednesday
Next issue: WED, APR 3
Submission deadline: THU, MAR 28, 10 AM (note earlier deadline)
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