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Awareness months and our Baptismal Covenant
Bishop Hughes talks about how intentionally engaging in awareness months - Pride month, which is now; Black History Month in February; Asian American Pacific Islander Awareness Month in May; Hispanic Heritage Month in mid-September through mid-October; and Native American Indigenous People Awareness Month in November - can teach us how to live our Baptismal Covenant. (Video time: 4:41; read the transcript.)
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Food Policy: What do you need to know?
MON, JUN 26 | 7 PM | Zoom
Join the Commission for Justice and Peace to learn what role charitable food assistance and the role of government programs play in alleviating hunger. Special Guest Jose Soto Rivera, Northeast Regional Organizer for Bread for the World, will walk us through the activities available to people of faith to strengthen programs that millions of people rely on to put food on the table. Find out more and register online.
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Youth Ministries Training Event
SAT, AUG 12 | 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center
The Diocese of Newark Youth Commission (DYC) is excited to provide space for connection between youth ministry leaders in our diocese. The event is free, but registration is required by Tuesday, August 1. Find out more and register online.
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New webinar series offered in partnership with TENS
Register today for these five upcoming live Zoom webinars brought to you in partnership with TENS: The Episcopal Network for Stewardship. Featuring TENS’ Executive Director Davey Gerhardt, each webinar will include a 60 minute learning presentation followed by at least 30 minutes of discussion. Don’t miss out on these live webinars and get a head start on your fall pledge campaign!
Each webinar is free, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER! Click on the webinar title to find out more and register online.
Questions? Reach out to Cynthia McChesney Missioner for Stewardship and Legacy Giving at cmcchesney@dioceseofnewark.org.
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Recruiting and Training a Stewardship Team
THU, JUN 22, 7 PM
Learn best practices and tools for identifying, recruiting, and forming a successful stewardship team. How we form the committee will impact the running and results of our campaigns.
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Breaking Through the Pledge Plateau
THU, JUN 29, 7 PM
Is your stewardship flat, your members making the same gift year after year? Are you wondering how to breathe new life into your faith-based fundraising?
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Making the Case! Designing for Impact
THU, JUL 13, 7 PM
Your stewardship materials tell the story of your congregation and showcase your values. Does your parish brochure have pictures of kids who have since graduated college? It’s time to update your printed and online stewardship materials.
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Creating a Culture of Generosity
THU, AUG 24, 7 PM
Generosity and Gratitude are learned practices which need to be cultivated and nurtured. Learn best practices to deepen your stewardship theology and help your members connect their money with their meaning.
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Promoting Goals in Ministry Context
THU, SEP 7, 7 PM
Learn to move beyond your line-item budget spreadsheet to tell the story of how your congregation seeks and serves your neighbors through mission. Your budget should be a reflection of your values and help your members understand that every dollar goes to ministry.
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The Rev. Dr. Miguel A. Hernandez (back row, third from right) at the ordination of four Deacons from the first graduating class of El Seminario Episcopal Anglicano de El Salvador. | |
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A week of mission work in El Salvador
By the Rev. Dr. Miguel A. Hernandez
The Rev. Dr. Miguel A. Hernandez of Holy Trinity, West Orange, who serves on the faculty and as an academic adviser at El Seminario Episcopal Anglicano de El Salvador, shares stories about the work of the seminary's first ordinands, as well as some of the ecological challenges affecting the people of El Salvador. Read the article.
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Seeking stories for National Hispanic Heritage Month this fall
National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 - October 15, and we are starting now to think about how to observe it in our diocese, and what stories from our congregations we could share. If you would like to be involved in this planning, or if you have a story to pitch, please contact Nina Nicholson, Director of Communications, at nnicholson@dioceseofnewark.org.
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June update from the Strategic Visioning Team
After an intense two months of work, the four working teams have completed their goal and initiative recommendations, which they have now forwarded to the Strategic Visioning Team to review, finalize and format into a final report by the end of June. Read more.
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Stewardship resources for Fall 2023
By Cynthia McChesney, Missioner for Stewardship and Legacy Giving
Planning to hold a pledge campaign this fall? Make sure you take advantage of these Stewardship Resources! They include videos, free live webinars, and resources from TENS/The Episcopal Network for Stewardship. Find out more.
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New life in Livingston
On Thursday, June 8, the former St. Peter's, Livingston held its first event as the future Episcopal House, a thank-you "picnic" dinner for those who helped make possible this next step in the life of the diocese. Read more.
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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.
Register for summer camp
Summer 2023 Theme: Holy Trinity - Wholly Love
Cross Roads is the ultimate destination for children looking for an exciting and enriching summer experience. We offer a range of fun activities such as hiking, swimming, and sports, as well as opportunities for spiritual growth through small group discussions, and engaging activities. With experienced and caring staff, Cross Roads ensures that every child feels welcome, safe, and supported as they make new friends and create unforgettable memories. Don't miss out on the chance to join the Cross Roads community this summer! Learn more.
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Nurses needed
Cross Roads is currently seeking skilled and compassionate nurses to join our team for specific weeks of camp this summer. As a nurse at Cross Roads, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of campers, providing exceptional medical care and ensuring their safety throughout their camp experience. Join our vibrant community, embrace exciting outdoor adventures, and contribute your skills to create unforgettable memories for campers while fostering personal growth and friendship.
Dates available:
- Youth Camp 3: July 22-29
- Youth Camp 5: August 5-12
- Family Camp: August 12-20
To learn more, please email nurse@crossroadsretreat.com.
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Mark your calendars for this fall
Rally for Cross Roads: October 7, 2023
Women’s Retreat: October 20-22, 2023
Learn more.
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Update: Presiding Bishop Michael Curry to receive ongoing monitoring and pause travel for June
Jun 8, 2023 | Office of Public Affairs
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Following a recent hospital stay that detected internal bleeding and a new instance of heart arrhythmia, Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry is receiving thorough testing and monitoring to understand the relationship between his medication for atrial fibrillation and the episode of internal bleeding.
The necessary process of diagnostic appointments, treatment, and follow-up will take some weeks. To prioritize rest, and in keeping with doctors’ orders to avoid air travel in the near term, Bishop Curry will not do any in-person events for the remainder of June.
Bishop Curry remains grateful for the outpouring of prayers and well wishes, and he covets your support moving forward. The Office of Public Affairs will share updates as they become available.
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It's All About Love:
A Festival for the Jesus Movement
SUN, JUL 9 - WED, JUL 12 | Baltimore Convention Center
Across the church and around the world, we are hungry for revival and renewal. Join us for “It’s All About Love,” a churchwide festival of worship, learning, community, and action for the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement.
“It’s All About Love” features three Jesus Movement festival “tents” – Evangelism, Creation Care, and Racial Reconciliation. Featured speakers, preachers, and artists to include Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, House of Deputies President Julia Ayala Harris, and more!
Find out more and register online.
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