A Call to Action: The Build Back Better Act -
American's Plan to Address the Climate Emergency
 SCIENTISTS AND CLIMATE EXPERTS agree the only way for us to lessen and slow the effects of climate change is to make it a national mission to cut climate pollution in half by 2030. The climate investments included in the Build Back Better Act put us on a clear path to achieve that goal.
The $3.5 trillion Build Back Better Act in Congress offers an unprecedented opportunity to achieve the goals of TEC as well as other religious denominations...If the Build Back Better Act becomes law, it will be the basis for the American plan presented to the UN international climate change meeting, COP26, which will be held during the first week of November in Glasgow. For the world to come together on an aggressive strategy to avoid the most serious consequences of the climate emergency a strong commitment from America is critical.
Because the House could bring the Build Back Better Act to the floor for a vote on or about September 27, 2021, there is not much time to build support for the Act. If you should feel called to help build support for the Build Back Better Act, learn how you can take action today.
MORE ON CREATION CARE:
|
Clergy & Lay Leader Checkbox
CLERGY/LAY LEADERSHIP SUPPORT CALLS: Every Tuesday, 8:30a.m. via Zoom. To join the call, use this link or call in by phone at 1-646-558-8656 (Meeting ID: 515 271 142). To receive a weekly update including notes for the call, please email the communications department, or find an archive of notes on the diocesan website.
INVITATION TO RELIGIOUS PLACEMAKING: F rom the Jesse Ball du Pont Fund, they are offering three sessions open to all clergy and leaders interested in exploring how their congregation can connect with community and make use of their sacred spaces and help reach the overall goal of beloved community. The sessions are Oct. 6, 13 and 20; there is no cost to attend, but you do need to register. All sessions are the same - you can attend any one of them.
FOR YOUR CALENDARS:
- October 1 - MRST Seed Grants and Global Mission Grants due
- October 6 - Celebration of New Ministry for the Rev. Jeffrey Krantz (7 p.m., St. David's, Lauringburg)
- October 7 - Episcopal Start
- October 10 - Celebration of New Ministry for the Rev. Ginny Inman (10 a.m., St. Andrew's, Greensboro)
|
Headlines
FROM THE DIOCESE OF NORTH CAROLINA:
FROM THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH:
|
Happening is Back in Person: Oct. 22-24
HAPPENING, one of the most-anticipated youth events of the year, is back! Taking place in person for the first time in two years, Happening is - well, happening! - October 22-24 at Haw River State Park. This much-beloved event is a renewal weekend for high school youth, allowing young people to encounter Christ in an intentional Christian community. It is led by youth with clergy and lay adult support. Highlights of the weekend include talks, songs, worship and small groups.
Dinner will be provided Friday evening. Participants stay overnight at Haw River State Park in Browns Summit in heated cabins with bunk beds. Sheets, blankets, pillows and towels are not provided. Depending on the size of our group, some participants may stay in lodges.
Don't let the youth in your congregation or life miss this event! Registration is open; the deadline to register is October 10.
|
Key Upcoming Dates for the 206th Annual Convention
 DUE TO CONCERNS AROUND GATHERING IN THE CURRENT COVID ENVIRONMENT, as a safety precaution, the 206th Annual Convention will now take place in two parts: - On Saturday, November 20, an online gathering will take place to tend to legislative matters, including elections, resolutions and the passing of the 2022 budget.
- On a weekend in late-winter or early-spring 2022 (date to be announced soon), we will gather in person for interactive sessions as we launch the Mission Strategy and celebrate the work happening around the Diocese of North Carolina.
Detailed information pertaining to all elements of the 206th Annual Convention will be sent directly to all leadership and delegates. KEY UPCOMING DATES:
Oct. 3, 3p.m. - Budget webinar; register. Oct. 5, 7p.m. - Budget webinar; register. PRE-CONVENTION CONVOCATION MEETINGS - October 18, 7 p.m., via Zoom: Durham Convocation
- October 19, 5:30 p.m., via Zoom: Winston-Salem Convocation
- October 21, 7 p.m., via Zoom: Raleigh Convocation
- October 26, 6 p.m., via Zoom: Charlotte Convocation
- October 28, 7 p.m., via Zoom: Sandhills Convocation
You will receive Zoom links either directly from the dean of your Convocation or in one of the regular email updates to delegates from the Diocese.
|
Deacon Information Gathering: Sept. 28
 DO YOU HEAR GOD CALLING? Are you interested in exploring answering that call as a deacon? Come hear what God is doing in the world through deacons. Ask questions about this ministry and the process for ordination. Listen for God's call, especially if you are: - Hearing the whispers of the Holy Spirit about your own ministry
- Serving on a Parish Discernment Committee
- Recognizing diaconal ministry within your parish
Join the information sharing session with the Bishop's Committee on the Diaconate, a panel of deacons and priests, and the Rt. Rev. Sam Rodman, bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina. The session will take place September 28 at 7p.m. via Zoom. There is no cost to attend, but you do need to register. We look forward to seeing you there!
|
Order Your Copies of the 2021-2022
Gospel-Based Discipleship by Sept. 30
 ONCE AGAIN it's time to help us be good stewards of both material and financial resources by ensuring we only print as many copies of the 2021-2022 Gospel-Based Discipleship as we need.
As we've done the last several years, there will be no automatic distribution of copies to churches or to those who have requested hard copies in the past; however, we are happy to supply you with whatever you need.
If you would like copies for your church or yourself, please place your order with Diocesan House no later than Sept. 30, 2020. There is no charge for the 2021-2022 Gospel-Based Discipleship, but we do need you to place your order.
Copies ordered will be printed and shipped in early November.
The 2021-2022 Gospel-Based Discipleship will also be available in its entirety as a downloadable and printable PDF on the diocesan website, and its daily offerings will continue to be offered on diocesan social media channels.
To order hard copies, please email communications@episdionc.org. Be sure to include the number of copies you need and the address to which you would like them sent.
To receive the daily offerings via social media, find us at:
|
Bulletin Board
 LIVING WELL DURING COVID: GRIEF AND LOSS, SEPT. 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: COVID-19 has impacted all of us in a lot of different ways, but one constant is that we have all lost things due to the pandemic: in-person school, contact with friends, sporting events, proms, graduations and maybe even loved ones. On September 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., the Diocese will host "Living Well with Grief and Loss", an event for middle and high school youth designed to explore and process the grief and loss we have all experienced since March 2019. We will use different art media to explore our Heart (with clay and journaling), Soul (using music), Strength (with body prayer, movement and yoga), and Mind (using writing, poetry and prayer cards). The course is based on a Living Compass curriculum. The cost is $25 and includes supplies and lunch. Register.
UPDATE: EPISCOPRIDE DURHAM 2021, SEPT. 25: The Pride Parade scheduled to be part of EpiscoPride Durham 2021 has been cancelled for COVID safety, but the 10 a.m. outdoor Eucharist at St. Joseph's, Durham, is still taking place. All are welcome; please remember to bring your mask and chair.
 WHOLEHEARTED PARENTING begins on Thursday,
September 30, and will run for four consecutive Thursdays, 7-8 pm, via Zoom. Join parents across the Diocese to learn how to raise resilient young people in a course based on the research of Brene Brown and focused on care-giving practices informed by research on courage, shame and resilience that enhance the ability to live into the tenets of our Baptismal Covenant.
There is no cost for this offering. Register.
GLOBAL MISSION GRANTS: October 1 is the next deadline for congregations in the Diocese of North Carolina to apply for global mission grants. The Chartered Committee for Global Mission encourages proposals that address needs in communities beyond our borders and that strengthen relationships between our parishes and those communities. Applicants are welcome to consult with the committee prior to applying. Applications should be submitted to the Global Mission Committee.
ADDITIONAL FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR GLOBAL MISSIONS: Applications for the fall cycle of the St. Luke's Episcopal Church Foundation grants for global projects and for work in the Salisbury-Rowan community opened on August 23. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 1, at 11:59 pm EST.
Details on eligibility, funding available, award history and more is available at www.SLS.church/foundation. Interested applicants can also email with questions.
 FAITH AND BLUE WEEKEND, OCT. 8-10: If you are interested in helping to build (or rebuild) the relationship between law enforcement and local communities, the Diocese offers Faith and Blue, a nationwide, weekend-long series of events intended as the beginning of resetting the conversation and finding partnering opportunities to reduce tensions between police officers and the communities they serve. Events can be as varied and simple as opening church doors for a prayer service or inviting participants to a pickup basketball game. The Faith and Blue Planning Toolkit offers a host of ideas and guidance. If your church wishes to plan an event for Faith and Blue weekend, please contact the Rev. Kathy Walker.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK & FAITHFUL DEPARTED: During this time of uncertainty and grief, we gather in prayer to intercede for the sick and to remember the faithful departed. If you would like to add an ill or recently deceased loved one to our diocesan prayer list, or request prayers for yourself, please fill out this form (prayers offered during services will be first name only).
The bulletin board is a great way to share announcements, needs and offerings around the Diocese. To include an item on the bulletin board, email us with your notice. Please keep it short (100 words max.) and be sure to include contact information. NOTE: Submissions must be received by noon on Tuesday to be included in that week's Please Note.
|
|
Calendar
SEPTEMBER
25 - Living Well During COVID: Grief and Loss, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., St. Mary's, High Point. Register.
25 - EpiscoPride Durham 2021 Eucharist at 10a.m., St. Joseph's, Durham.
28 - Deacon Information Session, 7p.m. via Zoom. Register.
30 - Wholehearted Parenting begins. Register.
OCTOBER
3 - Pre-Convention Webinar: Proposed 2022 Diocesan Mission Budget, 3 p.m. Register.
5 - Pre-Convention Webinar: Proposed 2022 Diocesan Mission Budget, 7 p.m. Register.
6 - Celebration of New Ministry for the Rev. Jeffrey Krantz, 7 p.m., St. David's, Lauringburg
7 - EpiscopalStart, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. via Zoom
10 - Celebration of New Ministry for the Rev. Ginny Inman, 10 a.m., St. Andrew's, Greensboro
23 - Celebration of New Ministry for the Rev. David Umphlett, 5:30 p.m., Holy Trinity, Greensboro
Do you have an event you'd like to share? Email us the event date and title, a brief description (100 words max.), a contact person and any promotional flyers or photos. Listings normally appear on the calendar four weeks prior to the event. NOTE: Submissions must be received by noon on Tuesday to be included in that week's Please Note.
|
|
|
|
|
