From the Office of the Bishop |
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The Mind of the Steward
A Partnership with God
Theories abound as to why Scripture contains so many agricultural references. Scholars argue that it reflects the agricultural age of the time in which it was written or that agricultural metaphors were contextual for the audience for whom it was written. Another line of thought says that faith growth most closely resembles organic growth and that the relationship between the farmer and his growing crops is a close parallel to our relationship with our growing faith.
Mark 4:26-29 reads, “(Jesus) also said, ‘The Kingdom of God is as if someone would scatter seed on the ground, and would sleep and rise night and day, and the seed would sprout and grow, he does not know how. The earth produces of itself, first the stalk, then the head, then the full grain in the head. When the grain is ripe, at once he goes in with his sickle, because the harvest has come’.”
As stewards, we work with the farmer. We might plant new bits of understanding through studying the scripture, till the soil by joining a new bible study or accountability group or fertilize by attending a new worship service. Does our faith grow by our efforts? No, the results we get are a result of something we can’t see and can’t control-the power of the Holy Spirit!! And, just like the plant, our faith grows in an orderly way-sometimes quickly and sometimes more slowly, but always according to God’s plan and not ours. Then when the time comes for harvest, we’ll join God in heaven.
The relationship between the farmer and the mysterious power that grows his crops is one of partnership. If the farmer doesn’t plant the seed, till the soil, or fertilize, will the plant reach full maturity? No. If the Lord’s power doesn’t work on the seed, will the plant grow? No. The same relationship works with our faith. If the Holy Spirit doesn’t spur our growth, will we see faithful results at the highest level? No. If we don’t commit to the cultivating of our faith in prayer, study, accountability and worship, will we see growth? No.
What commitment do you have doing the things of a faith farmer? How is your partnership working out? What could you do better? Healthy plant growth doesn’t come about as a result of extended exposure to the same treatment-neither does plant growth. How do you know whether to water or re-pot a plant? How do you know whether to re-commit to Bible study or prayer as a means of growing your faith? If you tried to describe the all-by-itself characteristic of a plant’s growth, what would you say? If you tried to describe the all-by-itself characteristic of faith growth what would you say?
I invite you to ponder on these faith formation questions as you consider your stewardship to God in these times.
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Join Us for the First Set of Zoom Conversations -
Regarding the Proposed Revised Constitution and Canons
The next step in our process of reviewing and potentially revising our Constitution and Canons is for the wider Diocese of Easton to review the documents and to submit feedback. In order to assist with the gathering of feedback, we have set up multiple avenues for providing written feedback as well as two series of Zoom meetings for providing oral feedback. The first set of Zoom meetings is scheduled to take place next week, with the second set of meetings in September. Following each set of feedback meetings the Constitution and Canons Committee will meet in order to review and discuss the feedback as well as to make possible changes to the revision work.
Zoom meetings, by convocation. (If you are unable to join on the night assigned to your convocation, please feel free to join another session). No registration required.
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Tuesday, June 15th, 7pm, Northern Convocation: Zoom Link
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Wednesday, June 16th, 7pm, Middle Convocation: Zoom Link
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Thursday, June 17th, 7pm, Southern Convocation: Zoom Link
We are inviting you to visit the new page on the diocesan website that is specifically dedicated to the revision process for our Constitution and Canons. This website will be the central location for learning about the new document, proposed changes, specific information about the feedback meeting dates (including Zoom numbers) and it will also include other ways for you to provide your wisdom and feedback into the process.
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Upcoming Ordination: James D. Kamihachi
June 12, 2021 @ 11:00 am at St. Mark’s Church, Perryville
followed by a Reception in the Parish House
Watch this Ordination Online:
Or join us in Perryville. All are welcome.
Clergy are invited to vest and wear red stoles;
arrive by 10:40 am and come to the Parish House.
The Diocese of Easton will be ordaining James D. Kamihachi on June 12th. Jim is the final member of the cohort group of Deacons that were ordained last fall. This is the culmination of three years of coursework and dedication and we are truly excited and honored to welcome Jim!
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Bishop San Visits Home Diocese Bishop
On Tuesday June 1st, Bishop San paid a visit to one of his mentor bishops, the Right Rev. Samuel Johnson Howard, D.D., Bishop of Florida. Bishop Howard recently announced his retirement as Bishop of the Diocese of Florida. He has called for a coadjutor bishop and intends to officially demit office in 2023.
Bishop Howard took over the Diocese of Florida at a very tense and difficult time following the Episcopal Church’s ordination of Bishop Gene Robinson, retired Bishop of the Diocese of New Hampshire. The Diocese of Florida was fractured and broken in this era of high tension and uncertainty in the Episcopal Church. He was able to lead the diocese faithfully and pastorally through this crisis, even as several congregations chose to leave. For the past 18 years of his episcopate, the diocese has shown renewal, resilience, determination and fruitfulness to the extent that it is now one of the dioceses showing growth in the Episcopal Church.
When Bishop San was elected Bishop of the Diocese of Seychelles, on April 5, 2005, Bishop Howard was visibly very proud to have his first clergy elected a bishop. Bishop San credits his fruitful ministry in the Seychelles to Bishop Howard’s kindness and constant support. He never failed to respond to any request San asked of him or his diocese. The Diocese of Florida kept San on their medical insurance so that Lynn and the children were covered medically while our bishop served his episcopate in the Province of the Indian Ocean and wider Anglican Communion.
Bishop Howard and Rev. Kurk Dunkle (Canon to the Ordinary during that time and now Dean and President of General Theological Seminary), were instrumental in organizing the clergy to purchase and donate Bishop San’s Crozier.
Bishop San said, “Bishop John is one the most humble, kind, efficient and caring persons I have ever met and I am blessed to call him a beloved friend and brother.” San continued by saying, “I am grateful for the many learnings and wisdom I have gained by having Bishop Howard as a mentor and personal friend.” During his visit last week, Bishop San offered Bishop Howard prayers and best wishes from the Diocese of Easton on his impending retirement.
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SAVE THE DATE
Diocese Of Easton Fall Mission Summit (Virtual)
“Racial Healing and Justice”
Saturday, September 25, 2021
9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Diocese of Easton will begin the first of its Annual Fall Mission Summits with a focus on racial healing and justice. The Summit is scheduled for September 25, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. As the world and this nation remain in a state of COVID 19 awareness and caution, the 2021 summit will be virtually hosted on zoom. Our 2021 summit leader will be Dr. Catherine Meeks, renowned scholar, author and one of the leading authorities on racial healing, justice and reconciliation in the church and country. Dr. Meeks has led numerous workshops and seminars on the subject across dioceses of the Episcopal Church including the 79th session of the Episcopal Church General Convention, Austin, TX.
“Reconciliation is at the heart of the Jesus Movement. Through it, we grow loving, liberating, life-giving relationships with each other, dismantling and healing racial injustices and hierarchies that separate the human family of God. With God's help, the Episcopal Church is living into a long-term commitment to Becoming the Beloved Community: we are telling the truth about our churches and race, proclaiming God’s dream of wholeness with our neighbors, practicing Jesus’ way of love, and repairing the breach in our society and institutions.” (Dr. Catherine Meeks – Founding Executive Director for Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing, Atlanta, GA)
Two books already recommended by Dr. Meeks for study and discussion prior to the summit, are “Waking Up White” by Debby Irving and “Jesus and the Disinherited” by Howard Thurman. More information on the summit will continue to be disseminated to the diocese over the coming months including other resources for parishes and members to consider in preparation for the summit.
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Thank you for your continued support
of the mission and ministries of our Diocese.
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More From the Office of the Bishop |
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Brayhouse summer office hours
Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30 pm.
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The Enews is released monthly during the Summer.
Look for our next installment mid July and August.
We will resume our bi-weekly publication in September.
Have a safe and happy summer!!
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Bishop’s Institute Summer Offerings
The Bishop's Institute is excited to be able to offer face-to-face training once again and is pleased to announce three summer training opportunities at no charge: Read the full letter about these trainings here.
Listening Hearts Mentor Training Series for people who will prepare others to work in community to discern a call to ministry.
- Registration Period: June 4-June 11
- At Home Preparation and Online Discussion: Weeks of 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, and 7/6
- Face-to-Face Retreat Days (9:30-3:00) at Old Wye: July 24, August 7, August 21, and September 11
Eucharistic Minister Training for laypersons to become licensed by the bishop to administer the Consecrated Elements at a Celebration of Holy Eucharist.
- June 26 (9:00 a.m. to Noon) at Bishop’s Institute, St. Paul’s Hebron Site
- July 10 (9:00 a.m. to Noon) at Bishop’s Institute, St. Stephen’s Earleville Site
Eucharistic Visitor Training for laypersons who have experience as a Eucharistic Minister, to be authorized to take the Consecrated Elements to members of the congregation who, by reason of illness or infirmity, were unable to be present at the Celebration.
- June 26 (1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) at Bishop’s Institute, St. Paul’s Hebron Site
- July 10 (1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) at Bishop’s Institute, St. Stephen’s Earleville Site
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DIOCESAN TRAIL 2 TRUTH PILGRIMAGE
Saturday, October 9th - Sunday, October 10th, 2021
SAVE THE DATE!
The diocese is partnering with Province 3 on their second Trail2Truth Pilgrimage exploring the topic of God's call on us to love and listen across racial divides. The weekend, designed for high school students, will include a Zoom worship with other dioceses across the mid-atlantic, a visit to the Harriet Tubman Museum and a camp out at the Hillsboro Retreat Center. Keep an eye out for more to come! Or you may also email Joanne Fisher to make sure your name is added to the interest list (or to join the planning team).
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Covid 19 Updates
Governor Hogan Announces “No Arm Left Behind” Initiatives to Get Vaccines To Every Marylander Who Wants One
All-Hands-On-Deck Effort to Reach Seniors, College Students, and Employers Across the State. Expanding Capabilities of Vaccine Support Call Center To Provide Direct Assistance To Marylanders In Over 200 Languages Read more here.
Hospitalizations attributed to coronavirus are at their lowest levels in Maryland since March 2020 and the state surpassed 6.3 million vaccines - 71% of adults are now vaccinated. But we can't stop there!! We continue to strongly encourage anyone who hasn't gotten vaccinated yet to do so. If you still need assistance getting your vaccine, click the links below.
There have already been winners of the VaxCash $40,000 prizes! Since May 25th, Marylanders aged 18 and older can win $2 Million in VaxCash prizes just for being vaccinated. If you are already vaccinated, you are automatically entered into the Maryland Lottery $2 million VaxCash promotion.
Don’t miss your shot at the big jackpot! As soon as you are vaccinated, you are eligible to win VaxCash until the promotion ends on July 4th. Good luck to all!!
Book your vaccination appointment today. Make an appointment to get vaccinated at a mass vaccination site by visiting covidvax.maryland.gov or by calling the COVID-19 Vaccination Support Center at 1-855-MD-GOVAX (1-855-634-6829) seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Find other vax site locations near you at covidvax.maryland.gov.
Federal Government vaccine finder - visit Vaccines.gov or text your zip code to 438829 to find a location near you.
All Marylanders 12 and older are eligible for vaccination.
Keep on slowing the spread of COVID-19 by
watching your distance, washing your hands and wearing your mask.
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Prayers of the People
Please continue to keep in your prayers those infected with Coronavirus, those who have died as a result of the virus, and medical personnel and first responders.
Please continue to include over the next several Sundays prayers for healing, reconciliation and unity among all God's beloved people in our nation and particularly for those involved in government work.
Let us pray:
Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered together under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one God and Creator of us all; to whom be dominion and glory, now and forever.
– For Peace, Book of Common Prayer, p. 815
Oh God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your son. Look now with compassion on the entire human family; and particularly this part of the family, in the United States, and those in our nation’s capital; 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.
– For the Human Family, Book of Common Prayer, p. 815
We ask God to heal us, to show us the way to healing, to show us the way to be one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
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Summer Camp returns on Monday and the staff at Camp Wright are super excited to see all the smiling faces on the campers!! They are working hard getting everything ready and training a great team of new counselors. They are still looking to add a few more, as well as some additional kitchen and maintenance staff.
If you know of any young adults out there (18 or older) looking for a summer job - Camp Wright is hiring! Check out their job openings page for available opportunities both full and part-time on their website:
One of the many exciting things to celebrate at camp includes the fact that many third-generation campers will be attending camp this year! Also, if you call Camp Wright, you will be met by the joyful voice of their new Registrar, Alesia Grier. Bishop San will be heading to Camp Wright this week for lunch, to welcome the new counselors and thank the staff for all they have done to get ready for this upcoming camp season and for all they have done to keep Camp Wright going during the pandemic.
Summer staff applications are on their website:
As always, feel free to reach out to our camp director, Julia Connelly, if you have any questions or need any additional information.
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Happenings Around The Diocese |
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Christ Church, Easton's Alive @ 5 Band will be playing a June show under the Stoltz Pavilion and a July concert on Harrison Street, both in Easton.
On June 23 at 7:00pm, they will be playing at the Avalon's Stoltz Pavilion.
And on the evening of July 3, they will be performing for the free outdoor concert on Harrison Street in front of the Tidewater Inn.
These will be the first live shows the band will play together since our music videos have caught on. We hope to see you at the shows!
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Trinity Cathedral, Easton has a new yoga class! Trinity Cathedral recently opened the sanctuary to yoga classes and other activities. Suzie Hurley of Willow Street Yoga Center, teaches one class for experienced students from 10:00 to 11:15 a.m., and another for Beginners from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m on Thursdays. InSpirit Yoga, as the name implies, is infused with Spirit, adding a spiritual and philosophical perspective to the detailed attention to alignment in every pose. Suzie uses the art of progressive teaching, breaking down the actions of each pose to build on the next in an organized and concrete way. This alignment-based yoga with sound bio-mechanical principles makes it safe and therapeutic for every body.
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St. Paul's, Trappe - White Marsh Elementary School selected St. Paul’s Church, Trappe as their Community Partner of the Year! The award was presented on May 21st by WME School Principal, Kim Seidel and Talbot County Superintendent, Kelly Griffith and received by Charlotte Meyer, Jackie Schwencer and Fr. Nathaniel Pierce on behalf of St. Paul’s. St. Paul’s serves WME families by providing Thanksgiving and Christmas Food baskets, donating free lean protein to families in need, and helping students “Start the School Year WRITE!” our Pencil Box outreach program which includes assorted school supplies and handwritten notes of encouragement to students.
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All Faith, Tunis Mills Book and Plant Sale - The ECW of All Faith Chapel in Tunis Mills is planning a Book and Perennial Sale on the chapel lawn for Saturday, June 26th beginning at 8:00 am. If you would like to make a donation or to assist in any way, please contact Charlotte Dabney or Tina Mills.
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POST YOUR EVENT!
Send an email with a short description plus links or attachments to Joanne. Churches are also encouraged to add joanne@dioceseofeaston.org to their local enews.
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Summer Quiet Day
Thursday, June 17, 2021
9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In-person
St. Paul’s Church, Hillsboro
This Seasonal Quiet Day will offer time for journaling, silence, time outdoors,
and gentle conversation.
Enjoy the open space to explore readings having to do with the long season of summer and its invitation to step back, grow or slow down - or all of these! We'll enjoy scripture readings and poetry, from David Whyte, Rumi, and Mary Oliver, as inspirations for our own lives and as discernment for what the Spirit might be calling us to do.
We will also take inspiration from nature and the beautiful grounds of the Retreat House. What have I planted this season? How is it growing? Perhaps I want to plan a late-season crop?
Our gathering will take place in St. Paul’s Church and on the beautiful grounds of the Retreat House.
Gratitude Prayer Flag
“Won’t you join us in creating our Gratitude Prayer Flag?”
As this past year of uncertainty and challenge has unfolded, rising from our Retreat House community gatherings has been a voice of gratitude for connection in community - gratitude for the first responders and caregivers who surround us with safety day after day, and for one another together as we join and listen in solidarity. We’ve heard whispers emerging through conversation: mentions of peace and thanks for the many surprising gifts, sometimes the tiniest graces that have brought belonging.
We are so grateful for you, for your unique voice and for your presence. Help us make our flag complete by sharing your voice. The ancient and loving Tibetan practice of making prayer flags comes from a people of compassion and peace and has endured across many cultures and faiths. The flag blowing in the wind reminds us that a prayer uttered from the heart does not end with the setting sun; it continues on, in a way that is both mysterious and timeless. Its visible presence becomes a reminder of our shared hope, peace, compassion, and wisdom. This year we’re making a Gratitude Prayer Flag that celebrates each one of us and all of us; and the ways that we, together, held this year like no other. Send us your gratitudes and help us create our prayer flag!
HOW TO HELP MAKE THE PRAYER FLAG - Looking back over this year, what are you grateful for? Please share a word or two, or a short phrase from a favorite reading or scripture. We'll add your words of gratitude to the flag. Remember, no grace is too small. Our community prayer flag will hang in celebration on the grounds of the Retreat House for our 7th Anniversary Celebration and Open House on Sunday, June 27th, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Email your gratitude to info@retreathousehillsboro.org. Or, add them to the comment window in social media.
The Retreat House at Hillsboro
7th Anniversary Celebration and Open House
Sunday, June 27th, 2:00 - 4:00pm
All are welcome at The Retreat House to take quiet walks among the beautiful old trees, to visit historic St. Paul's Cemetery, or enjoy a labyrinth meditation.
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The suggested donation is $75/night, but please don’t let finances get in the way!
We invite you to take some time for yourself!
See our calendar for programs and special events. For more information, call (410) 364-7069, click the buttons below or contact Francie Thayer.
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Pastoral Concerns
We pray for the repose of the soul of Elizabeth Schilling Dinkel Smith and for comfort for her family. See below.
We pray for continued healing and comfort for the following people and their families: for The Rev. Paula E. Clark bishop-elect of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. The Rev. Kevin Cross. The Rev. Bryan Glancey. Weasie Kamihachi. rt & Bonnie Kendall. The Rev. Ron Knapp. Art Leiby. Tom Mendenhall. The Rev. George Merrill. Becky Richardson. Larry Samuels. The Rev. Pete Stanton. Kirk Wade. Rev. Dr. Lisa Webb
We pray for the many lives that have been affected by the Coronavirus. For those who have died; for the family members that mourn their loss. For those who continue to heal and for the skilled caregivers that continue to fight this disease – we pray for you.
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Elizabeth Schilling Dinkel Smith
A Quiet Giant of Christ
On May 26, 2021, we lost Elizabeth Smith. She was completely sure of her life to come with Jesus and passed peacefully from this life to eternity after years of being home bound and under hospice care. Those knowing her from her last years would find the description of “Quiet Giant” to be fitting. I do suspect, however, that in earlier years, this member of the then St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Hebron, Maryland, was not so quiet but rather a “force to be reckoned with.” I remember when first meeting her about 20 years ago that she was maybe not a giant but clearly very formidable. She gave the impression of being quite tall. She always, even in these last years, stood and sat with a straight back and shoulders squared—the impression given she was tall when, in fact, she was on the short side of average height.
Elizabeth was a member of fairly long standing at St. Paul’s-Hebron. The church was very important to her and she found joy in caring for the Sanctuary and Altar, in particular. Her love for Jesus, however, went back to her childhood, long before her family moved to Hebron. She felt Jesus’ presence and loving embrace then and this was her comfort and guide throughout her life. She shared this love with others as she found their need, most often as a volunteer chaplain to local nursing homes. In her later years as age and infirmities kept her housebound, she was unable to participate in a church community, although very happy to share Eucharist with a Eucharistic Visitor to her home. In this past year of COVID, however, even as the pandemic kept the remaining worshippers from St. Paul’s-Hebron from meeting, Elizabeth was able to join in with virtual worship at St. Paul’s-Trappe where she felt the love of shared community again—even if by “zooming.”
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On a visit to St. Paul’s-Hebron, Bishop Marray joined me several times in a Eucharist with Elizabeth. During one of these visits, Bishop Marray learned that Elizabeth was from a family of goldsmiths and jewelers and was herself an accomplished artist and engraver. He asked if she might consider designing a Diocesan Cross for our 150th Anniversary. I know she was honored to do so.
I spent many Sunday afternoons with Elizabeth over the last five or six years. They were special times. Gladly, I was with her the Sunday before her death, where we shared the Eucharist and a real hug.
Laura M. Dorsey, Vicar of St. Paul’s Episcopal Center,
formerly, St. Paul’s-Springhill Parish
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Diocesan Prayer Calendar
Third Sunday after Pentecost
(June 13th)
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at Church of the Holy Spirit, Ocean City, and for their Rector, the Rev. Joe Rushton, and his spouse, Francis.
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
(June 20th)
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at Trinity, Elkton, and St.
Stephen’s, Earleville, and for their Rector the Rev. Nicholas Sichangi, and
his spouse, Jane and their sons: Christopher, Dennis, and Hudson.
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
(June 27th)
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at St. Paul’s, Centreville,
and for their Rector, the Rev. Mary Friel, and her husband, John. We give
thanks to their Deacon, the Rev. Peggy Samuels, and her spouse, Larry.
For additional weeks, please visit our website.
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Online service planned to bless the work of 2022 General Convention
Join a convocation of bishops and deputies on July 17, Feast of William White
The 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church will not take place this summer as originally planned due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but bishops, deputies and others will gather on July 17 at 2 p. m. Eastern, for an online convocation to pray for the work of the convention, now scheduled for July 2022.
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will preach, and House of Deputies President Gay Clark Jennings will give opening remarks and officiate at a service led by deputies, bishops, and others from across the church. The service, which will be livestreamed, is scheduled for the Feast of William White, the only person ever to serve as both the church’s presiding bishop and president of its House of Deputies.
“Although we cannot be together in person this summer, we are looking forward to gathering online to hear what the Spirit is saying to the church as we prepare for the 80th General Convention,” Curry said. “The reason for our gathering is solely for the purposes of praying together and to rededicate ourselves to the work of Jesus and his way of love as our way of participating in God’s mission and work in the world.” Read more here.
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United Thank Offering invites 2022 Annual Grants - Fall webinars will provide info, answer questions about process
The United Thank Offering (UTO) Board is pleased to announce the availability of their 2022 UTO Annual Grants, with an application deadline of Feb. 4, 2022. These grants are awarded for projects in The Episcopal Church and throughout the Anglican Communion, each year with a different focus.
For 2022, the focus is Care of Creation: Turning love into action by caring for God’s creation to protect the most vulnerable — who will bear the largest burden of pollution and climate change — through justice, advocacy, environmental reparations, and the development of formational materials.
The United Thank Offering was founded to support innovative mission and ministry in The Episcopal Church and to promote thankfulness and mission in the whole church. One hundred percent of UTO thank offerings are granted the following year. These awards have supported everything from staff positions to conferences, creation of educational resources, and building projects.
Application information and forms are available here. Please note: The application deadline is earlier this year due to General Convention and Executive Council schedules. Learn more here.
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Episcopal Relief & Development has created a new resource to guide deep reflection on Scripture. Lectio Divina, a Latin phrase that means “sacred reading,” will invite readers to join the organization's program partners from the US and around the world as they reflect on brief passages from the Bible.“Episcopal Relief & Development’s Lectio Divina is a form of centering prayer that invites us to listen to God and to listen to the experiences of fellow followers of Jesus from across the Anglican Communion,” said Josephine Hicks, Vice President, Episcopal Church Programs, Episcopal Relief & Development. Read more here.
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Episcopal Relief & Development and the Anglican Alliance expand disaster and resilience capacities through the Resilience Course. Episcopal Relief & Development and the Anglican Alliance have created the Resilience Course, a year-long cooperative learning exchange to increase the disaster resilience and response capacity of congregations and dioceses around the Anglican Communion. Since October 2020, over 140 people from 42 countries representing 23 Provinces have enrolled.“We believe that cultivating our capacity to address disaster resilience and response will equip our churches to do better in accompanying the most vulnerable communities in our midst in times of crisis,” said Nagulan Nesiah, Senior Program Officer, Disaster Resilience, Episcopal Relief & Development. Read more here.
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Register for upcoming sessions of Virtual Episcopal Latino Ministry Competency course August 9-13, 2021. The next session of the Virtual Episcopal Latino Ministry Competency Course (VELMC), is an innovative five-day intensive course designed for diocesan staff, clergy, lay leaders, and seminarians to gain practical knowledge and cultural competency for Latino/Hispanic ministry. Read more here.
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