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Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
November 24, 2021
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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. | | |
Note: The Duvall Center, the office of the bishop and diocesan staff, will be closed Wednesday, November 24 through Friday, November 26. | |
A "Little" Reflection
Sometimes, the truest responses to complicated situations come from little children. My four-year-old visited the American Museum of Natural History with her grandparents. Having learned a bit about the long-told story of Thanksgiving at school, she was most excited to see the Native American exhibit, where I think she began to understand the story a little differently. She shared, “The pilgrims came a long way to find a new place to live, but the Native Americans already lived here. And ever since then we have been trying to figure out how to live together. It’s hard some days, but we keep trying.” This Thanksgiving, with God’s help, may we keep trying to live together in love and be one wondrously diverse, complicated, and beautiful human family- even when it’s messy, vulnerable, and hard.
~The Rev. Lydia Knizley Johnson
Missioner for Development
Prayer for the Human Family
O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
~Book of Common Prayer, p. 815
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Ways to support the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday are coming up. Consider supporting the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast during this season of giving.
- Shop at smile.amazon.com and they will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to your favorite charitable organization—no fees, no extra cost. Select Protestant Episcopal Church Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Inc.
- Give directly online through our donation page at www.diocgc.org/donations.
- Year-end contributions from stock transfers and IRA distributions to your preferred diocesan ministry are also welcomed. Contact dwight@diocgc.org or kim@diocgc.org for details.
Your generosity helps to fund the many ministries and missional opportunities of our diocese and community.
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Camp Beckwith 2022 dates announced
Camp Beckwith recently announced their 2022 summer camp schedule. This is the perfect time to give the gift of camp to a young person in your life. We promise a summer at Camp Beckwith is a summer to cherish! Registration opens on December 1.
MORE INFO ON DATES & RATES
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| Senior High (9th-12th Grade)
June 5-9 | Session 4 (Special Ministries)
July 5-8 | | LIT (rising 10th Grade & Up)
June 9-11 | Session 5 (4th-6th Grade)
July 10-15 | | Session 1 (6th-8th Grade)
June 12-17 | Session 6 (5th-7th Grade)
July 17-22 | | Session 2 (3rd-5th Grade)
June 19-24 | Session 7 (3rd-4th Grade)
July 24-28 | | Session 3 (7th-9th Grade)
June 26-July 1 | Family Camp (1st Grade & Up)
July 29-31 | | |
Cursillo is back!
Cursillo #166 is scheduled for January 20 to 23, 2022. If you:
- Are a Cursillistas, we need your help to register and sponsor pilgrims using this online form or this new printable form,
- Were registered for a Cursillo that was canceled, just send an email to cursillocgc@gmail.com. We have a copy of your completed registration form,
- Heard about Cursillo and want to learn more please talk to your clergy or visit the Cursillo website.
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Share your photo, good news or ministry with the rest of the diocese. Send your story to us here. | | |
Happening #58 at Beckwith was a small but magnificent group of teenagers sharing sacred time at this annual retreat led by lay rector, Meghan Johnson, and assisted by Colton Bridges, Lane, Huntley, Ginny Leebrick, Alex Middleton, James Tarkus and Sam Sully - all seasoned Happeners. Beginning in 10th grade, teens can attend Happening and then serve on staff the following years. Adult staffers are also on hand to help. It's an experience similar to Cursillo that helps cultivate a strong faith life and bonds of friendship for these young people. See more photos here. | |
Earlier this month, Bishop Russell hosted a luncheon at Beckwith for retired clergy, and their spouses and widows. The gathering was a wonderful time for everyone. Some folks even traveled from out of state to catch with friends. More photos are available here. | |
More pet blessings! This time from St. Luke's, Marianna, who celebrated their adorable fur animals with a blessing by Fr. Bob Ott. The feast day was a hit. All the fur babies received a medal to wear and were given special dog biscuits and kitty treats. | |
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Saturday, December 11, 7:30am to 4:30pm CT at St. Stephen's, Brewton
Racial Reconciliation Sacred Conversations
Join us for a workshop that will provide insights into the causes and effects of racism. We explore unconscious bias, prejudice, white privilege, and ways to work together to Become the Beloved Community. This offering is required for those in parish leadership (such as vestry members) and at the diocesan level (including those serving on commissions, committees, agencies, or boards). It also qualifies for eight hours of clergy training/education for those who complete the full-day course. There is no fee to participate, but it requires the commitment to be engaged for the full day. Limited to 26 participants.
REGISTER HERE
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51st Annual Diocesan Convention "Go Forward"
The first round of information regarding our annual convention, to be held February 17-19, 2022, was emailed earlier this month to clergy and senior wardens in charge of congregations. Over the coming weeks, more details will be finalized. Until then, keep visiting our convention webpage, www.diocgc.org/2022-diocesan-convention, for the latest updates and information.
Members in good standing are elected by their congregation to serve as a delegate for a one-year term. If you are interested in representing your congregation at the upcoming convention, speak with your clergy or senior warden. The deadline for election is December 19.
Registration for all convention attendees will open December 3.
Have a great idea for a Convention workshop?
We would like your input - we plan to offer a selection of workshops centered around mission and ministry. Share your idea by January 3, 2022.
Submit your idea using this form.
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Youth Events
REGISTRATION OPEN!
February 4-6 at Beckwith
Happening #59
This event will be open to youth in grades 10th-12th. Happening is a weekend spiritual retreat for teenagers led by teenagers and supported by clergy and adult staff.
REGISTER HERE for Youth Staff or Youth Happener
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Church & Community Events | |
Share your church event with the rest of the diocese. Send us details here. | | |
Advent!
The time of year when we expectantly wait for the coming of Christ is almost here, and The Episcopal Church has crafted a handful of resources centered on the Way of Love curriculum to help you have an engaged and fulfilling Advent, enriching both your home and church life.
Just added Advent resource
Recommended by The Episcopal Church Youth Ministries team: Following the Star from d365.org, a daily devotional.
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It's also time to post your seasonal service times
Add seasonal service times, descriptions, and languages to your church’s pin on the Episcopal Asset Map. You don’t need a log-in to suggest the change; just find your Episcopal place, click on it, and select “Update This Place.” Need help updating more? Check out the video playlist from Episcopal Relief & Development.
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No job posting at this time. | |
From The Episcopal Church | |
Applications open for General Convention Official Youth Presence 2022
The Episcopal Church invites teens aged 16 to 19 to apply to become part of the 80th General Convention’s Official Youth Presence, a group whose members have seat and voice in the House of Deputies.
Up to two youth from each of the church’s nine provinces will be selected to participate in the Official Youth Presence from July 4-14 in Baltimore, Maryland. Youth who are selected must also attend orientation and training in Baltimore from March 31 to April 2.
Applications and nomination forms are due by Dec. 23. Nominators must not be related to the applicant. Spanish applications and nomination forms are also available.
READ FULL DETAILS HERE
Episcopal Youth Event Anniversary Team
The EYE team is receiving applications to convene a diverse working group of EYE alumni to organize a celebration to help tell the story of EYE as we launch into a new season of this legacy youth event in 2023. Those discerned to serve need to fit the following profile:
- Participated in EYE at least once, preferably as a teenager
- Helped launch EYE in the 1980s as an adult
- Be able to exercise Episcopal connections to acquire stories of EYE’s impact
- Have the capacity to collaborate with a working group on this project
DETAILS AND APPLICATION
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Bishop Russell's Upcoming Visitations | |
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November 28
St. Augustine's, Navarre
December 5
Advent, Lillian
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November 28
St. Augustine's, Navarre
Advent, Lillian
December 5
Grace Church, Panama City Beach
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November 28
Wilcox County Detention Center, Camden
December 5
Bay County Jail, Panama City
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In 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 recently added videos from campaign co-chairs, John Riggin and Candy McMillan, visit www.goforwardcampaign.org. | |
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Please be sure to direct any mail for the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast to our post office address: PO Box 13330, Pensacola, FL 32591-3330. | |
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