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Bishop Hughes posted reflections and photos from the 15th Lambeth Conference on her Facebook page. They all were collected here on the diocesan website, along with her own photos plus additional photos posted by her husband David Smedley, and others, in which Bishop Hughes was tagged.

(To go directly to the posts made after the August 3 issue of The VOICE Online, click here.)

Summer Sundays aren’t so sweltering at Holy Spirit any more. Thanks to some new technology and one of Verona’s largest solar panel installations, the Episcopal church near the center of town is keeping parishioners and visitors cool—and church finances on budget. Read more.

The Bishop’s Office has again partnered with the College for Bishops to bring you PROJECT RESOURCE for 2022. The curriculum's been updated from 2021 (including more on online giving), and new faculty have joined as well.

By participating in PROJECT RESOURCE, you'll get concrete, proven ideas that your team can put to work, regardless of your church’s size or budget. At the conclusion of the course, you’ll have: find out more.

This two-day conference, held at the Archer Hotel Florham Park, is designed to provide active clergy with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of your finances, and the inspiration to live a healthier life. Join colleagues from across your province for this powerful, transformative learning experience. Spouses and partners are welcome.

Topics include:

Find out more and register online.

Two priests in the Diocese of Newark are among the candidates for 12th Bishop of Ohio: the Rev. Diana L. Wilcox, Rector of Christ Church, Bloomfield/Glen Ridge, and the Rev. Dr. Elaine Ellis Thomas, Rector of All Saints, Hoboken. The election will be Nov. 19. Read the announcement.

Deadline: Sept. 30 at 12 noon

Deadline: Oct. 7 at 12 noon

Associate for Church Growth

St. Elizabeth's, Ridgewood

September 1

Rector

St. Mary's, Sparta

September 8

See all clergy ministry transitions in 2022.

Summer Fridays: From July 1 through Aug. 26, Episcopal House will close for the weekend at 1 PM on Fridays.

Week before Labor Day: All members of the Bishop's staff are using their vacation time to take off the week of Aug. 29 - Sept. 2, closing Episcopal House until Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Wednesdays Away are a time of spiritual renewal hosted by Cross Roads throughout the year. These gatherings include 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. To learn more, visit: crossroadsretreat.com/wednesdays-away

The Rally for Cross Roads is an annual run/walk fundraising event. This year, they are excited to combine a run/walk race with an afternoon of activities, including a volleyball game, to have double the fun as we raise funds to support camp! You can join on-site at Cross Roads for the run/walk and festivities or participate in the 5K or 2K races from home. To learn more, visit: crossroadsretreat.com/rally-for-cross-roads

Come for a relaxing time in community together this fall. The Women’s Retreat theme is “Who Do You Say That I Am?” and is led by Laurie Matarazzo and Dale Selover. There will be a virtual retreat held on Friday, Oct. 21, 10 AM - 3 PM via Zoom. To learn more, visit: crossroadsretreat.com/womens-retreat

The Rev. Michael Barlowe, secretary of the General Convention, invites Episcopalians from across the church to apply for appointment to the various interim bodies created by General Convention. The deadline to apply has been extended to Aug. 19. These committees, commissions, and task forces carry out the work of The Episcopal Church between conventions. Find out more.

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