October is Diocesan Heritage Month! “Grace Upon Grace”! (John 1: 16)
Bishop San is encouraging every parish to designate a Sunday in October to be Diocesan Heritage Sunday. This recommendation is promoted to encourage every parish to celebrate and give thanks for the many blessings received over the 155 years of diocesan life. Read Bishop San's Reflection Here
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Our Fall Mission Summit was held on Saturday, October 7th at Christ Church, Stevensville. It was wonderful to see so many offerings and some of the best initiatives happening around the Diocese! Stay tuned for a feature article highlighting all the excitement of our Summit including more about our Bright Ideas Raffle Winner (All Faith Chapel)!
We would like to extend a special Thank You to The Very Rev. Mark Delcuze and the team at Christ Church Kent Island for hosting us and to all of the parishes and ministry partners who created amazing table exhibits - you helped make our event a huge success!
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Health Update: Presiding Bishop Michael Curry is home where he will continue to rest and receive physical and occupational therapy. Bishop Curry expects to resume domestic travel in November on a moderately reduced schedule. Please continue to pray for Bishop Curry, his family, and his medical team as he continues on the path of restoration and healing. Read all related health updates.
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We join with the Episcopal Church and Anglican leaders as we continue to share prayers and statements calling for an end to the violence impacting Israelis and Palestinians. Click here for a partial list of statements and resources from the Episcopal Church.
Crisis in the Middle East - Update from Dean Richard from Saint Georges College in Jerusalem on the current situation: read here.
O God of all justice and peace we cry out to you in the midst of the pain and trauma of violence and fear which prevails in the Holy Land. Be with those who need you in these days of suffering; we pray for people of all faiths - Jews, Muslims and Christians and for all people of the land.
While we pray to you, O Lord, for an end to violence and the establishment of peace, we also call for you to bring justice and equity to the peoples. Guide us into your kingdom where all people are treated with dignity and honour as your children for, to all of us, you are our Heavenly Father. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. - Prayer from Archbishop Hosam Naoum, Archbishop in Jerusalem for the Episcopal Church in Jerusalem and the Middle East
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Diocesan Quilt - We are looking for information about the provenance or history of this quilt. It's most recent home was at the Retreat House in Hillsboro and has made it's way back to Brayhouse. Each square is a current or past parish within our diocese and it is dated 1987. If anyone has any information or you know of anyone who helped make this quilt, please email Beth Devenny. Click Here for more photos.
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Ordinations & New Ministries |
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Ordination of Elizabeth Nichole Phillips to the Sacred Order of Priests in Christ's One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. Saturday, October 21st at 11:00 am at St. Philip's, Quantico, MD. All are welcome. Reception following in the Parish Hall. Clergy: Red Stoles.
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Ordination of Charlotte Meyer to the Sacred Order of Deacons in Christ's One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. Saturday, December 9th at 11:00 am at St. Paul's, Trappe, MD. All are welcome.
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Ordination and Consecration of Bishop-Elect Carrie K. Schofield-Broadbent Bishop San and Canon John Dragone attendeded The Ordination and Consecration of the Reverend Carrie K. Schofield-Broadbent as Bishop Coadjutor, Episcopal Diocese of Maryland on Saturday, September 16, 2023.
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Safe Church Safe Communities (SCSC) is a way of life! The SCSC program was established by the Episcopal Church as a way to provide guidelines and instructions for clergy and lay leaders in ways to create and maintain safe spaces in our various church settings. Get with the Program! Be Cool! Be Safe!
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Bishop's Disaster Relief Appeal - Hawai'i
THANK YOU, again, to all who have donated to the Bishop’s Appeal for the Maui fire victims. In addition to funds sent directly to Episcopal Relief and Development (ER&D), the Diocese received over $19,000 in support of those devastated by this disaster. In her note to the Bishop, after receiving your donations, Josephine Hicks from ER&D thanked our Diocese for the “extraordinarily generous gift” which will “help our partners on the ground meet immediate needs and implement a long-term recovery”. More information and the latest updates (including links to donate online) can be found here.
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156th Diocesan Convention March 7, 8 & 9, 2024
Imaginative Leadership & Congregational Vitality in Re-emergence and Resurrection: A Mission and Ministry Imperative for the 21st Century Church. The 156th Annual Diocesan Convention will be a hybrid format. We will convene via Zoom on the evening of Thursday, March 7th for opening business sessions, voting and presentations. We will gather together in-person, with those who can join us, for a Friday evening, March 8th Eucharist at Emmanuel Church, Chestertown followed by a reception. On Saturday, March 9th, our in-person portion of convention will convene at Washington College, Chestertown. Read more.
Convocation Meetings via Zoom:
December 12th 7:00pm
February 6th 7:00pm
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Thank you for your continued support
of the mission and ministries of our Diocese.
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DIAKONOS
Greek, noun: servant, minister, a deacon, one who, by virtue of the office assigned to them by the church, cares for the poor and has charge of and distributes the money collected for their use.
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This month's Diaconal ministry spotlight provided by our Archdeacon, The Ven. Laura Harbaugh, is entitled "Deacons Outside of the Sunday Service".“One of the primary functions of a deacon, outside of Sunday services, is ministry to the sick and homebound. Deacons may take communion to those persons after a Sunday service or during the week, if necessary. Like Lay Eucharistic Visitors, Deacons may only offer communion using pre-sanctified elements. Deacons may also visit persons who are approaching the end of life and offer special prayers, anointing, and communion if so indicated. Click here for full article.
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Bishop's Institute Training October & November Offerings: Training Classes for Eucharistic Minister, Eucharistic Visitor and Worship Leader. Join the network of those serving across the Diocese! Learn about these Ministries here.
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Camp Wright SUMMER 2024 DATES are HERE!! Rates and registration details coming soon. Have a question? Contact Alesia, Camp Wright Registrar.
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Latino & Hispanic Ministry: Latino Leadership training to be led by Padre Thom Sinnott and Pastor Mark Hansen on October 21st and November 11th, 10 am to 2:00 pm; the venue is slated to be the new English Learning Center at St. Clement’s. For more information, contact Mark Hansen.
Is your parish hosting Latino & Hispanic Ministry events? If so, please remember to send information to Mark Hansen our Missioner for Latino/Hispanic Ministries for the Diocese of Easton.
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Retreat House Happenings: To receive the Retreat House newsletter and other email offerings, sign up here. View their calendar for programs and special events. For more information, call (410) 364-7069 or contact Francie Thayer.
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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AROUND THE DIOCESE
We are quickly approaching the holiday season and we are so excited to see our parish's celebrating with fun activities!! If you have a holiday event you would like to share with the Diocese, please send a brief article to Beth Devenny for inclusion in our future Enews.
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Church of the Holy Trinity, The Naval Academy Orchestra in Concert on
Oxford Spirituality & Aging with Dorothy Linthicum, October 25th 3:00pm to 4:30pm. Read more here.
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St. Alban's, Salisbury Fall Auction is back!! St. Alban’s will host its 11th Fall Auction on Saturday, November 4, at 6 pm. A catalog of items for sale will be posted on the St. Alban’s website, www.stalbanssalisbury.com, about a week before the auction. Please come and bid generously! Learn more here.
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Christ Church, Cambridge Nut Fundraiser - Orders taken until October 15th. Lobster Fundraiser Saturday, November 18th - Order Deadline is November 11th.
Call 410-228-3161 for more info.
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Christ Church, Easton - Donate new or gently used winter clothing by November 15th. Wraparound Maryland is accepting winter clothing items such as coats, hats, gloves and scarves, new and gently used. Christ Church Easton is serving as a drop-off location. If you'd like to donate winter clothing, learn how here.
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St. Peter's, Salisbury - Save the Date! Fall Bazaar Saturday, November 17th & 18th. |
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Christ Church St. Michaels - Save the Date! Christmas Bazaar Saturday, December 9th
9 am – 1 pm
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Diocesan Ecumenical Officer Mark Hansen was a guest at the Graymoor monastery, Garrison NY on September 23rd as the Archbishop of Canterbury received the Paul Wattson Award for lifetime contributions to the cause of Christian unity. Read more here.
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The Rev. Nathaniel W. Pierce celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood of the Episcopal Church. Read more here.
Photo: "Ms. Rebecca Buchanan (step daughter) from Kansas and Fr. Nathaniel Pierce at the dinner on June 3 celebrating the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood."
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ENEWS Events & Article Submission Deadlines
If you have something to submit for our upcoming Enews please send them to Beth Devenny before these dates:
November Enews - Deadline October 23rd
December Enews - Deadline November 27th
January Enews - Deadline December 18th
ALL articles and photos received after the deadline will not be published, but will be reserved for upcoming issues.
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Pastoral Concerns
We pray for the repose of the soul of Geovani Ayon,
We continue to pray for a full and speedy recovery for Presiding Bishop Michael Curry - and for Curry’s medical team.
We pray for continued healing and comfort for the following people and their families: for Lynn Anstatt. Jim Brack. Walt Burgess. Barbara Cross. Carolyn Lee Crouse. Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. Janice Flood. John Friel. Doug Girardeau. Jamie Goodman. Babs Glancey. The Rev. Jim Kamihachi & Weasie Kamihachi. The Rev. Ron Knapp. The Rev. Pat Kuhns. The Rev. Jack Mason. Tom Mendenhall. Doug Ridley. The Rev. Peggy Samuels. Goldey Vansant.
We continue to pray for the people of Maui, their families first responders, relief workers and all those lost in the wake of the wildfires.
A Prayer from Archbishop Hosam for Israel O God of all justice and peace we cry out to you in the midst of the pain and trauma of violence and fear which prevails in the Holy Land. Be with those who need you in these days of suffering; we pray for people of all faiths - Jews, Muslims and Christians and for all people of the land.
While we pray to you, O Lord, for an end to violence and the establishment of peace, we also call for you to bring justice and equity to the peoples. Guide us into your kingdom where all people are treated with dignity and honour as your children for, to all of us, you are our Heavenly Father. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
A Prayer from Archbishop Justin Welby & Archbishop Stephen Cottrell for Ukraine God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at-risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Amen.
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Diocesan Prayer Calendar
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost
October 15th
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at Christ Church, Denton, and for their Priest-in-Charge, the Rev. Dr. Matthew D’Amario, and his spouse, Craig.
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
October 22nd
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at Trinity, Elkton, and for their Rector, the Rev. Dr. Nicholas Sichangi, and his wife, Jane.
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
October 29th
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at All Hallows, Snow Hill and for their Priest-in-Charge, the Rev. Andrew Cropper.
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
November 5th
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at Trinity Cathedral, Easton, and for their Dean, the Very Rev. Gregory Powell, and his spouse, Noelle, and for their Assisting Clergy, the Rev. Sandra Casey Martus.
We give thanks for the ministry of the Rt. Rev. Santosh K. Marray, as he celebrates his 42nd anniversary of his ordination. (November 8th)
We give thanks for the ministry of the Rev. Dr. William Ortt, his wife, Susan, and the Very Rev. Mark Delcuze, and his wife, Mimi, as they conclude their Pastoral Ministry to enter retirement. Well done, good and faithful servants.
Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost
November 12th
We give thanks for the witness of God’s people at St. Alban’s, Salisbury, and for their Rector, the Rev. Margaret Brack, and her spouse, James.
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The 81st General Convention will take place June 23 - 28, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. Check the 81st General Convention website for new information as it becomes available.
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Find Free Advent and Christmas resources from The Episcopal Church here. |
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Episcopal Church 2022 Parochial Report data now available Data from the Parochial Report—the oldest, most continuous gathering of data by The Episcopal Church—is published on the General Convention website, along with a summary and analysis.. Read more here.
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Episcopal Evangelism grants available for local, regional projects
Episcopal institutions are invited to apply for evangelism grants to support local and regional efforts to grow Episcopal ministries, resources, and gatherings. The application deadline is Oct. 13. Learn more here.
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Episcopal Service Corps If you're a young adult, we invite you to consider an ESC Year, a time apart to discover new communities, make new friends, and consider how you can use your unique gifts and experiences to create real, meaningful transformation in yourself and the community around you. Learn more here.
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Have you checked out The Way of Love podcasts with Bishop Michael Curry? This podcast offers ways to engage with the Way of Love, The Episcopal Church’s intentional commitment to practicing faith by following Jesus. Check them out!
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Episcopal News Service - Subscribe to receive the ENS newsletter.
Application deadlines are Dec. 1 for Anglican Communion partners and Jan. 19 for dioceses of The Episcopal Church.
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