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The Parish of the Holy Communion in Ashe County is alive with creativity, with frescoes created by North Carolina artist Ben Long drawing tens of thousands of art-seeking pilgrims each year.
The dutiful docents of the two-church parish minister to these visitors with joy, hoping that each person who looks upon the marvelous art takes with them something special.
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The Mission & Outreach team at Grace Episcopal Church, Morganton, is part of an effort to improve the menstrual health of young women in the community. A recent grant will predominantly be used to provide feminine hygiene products to young women through Burke United Christian ministries, as well as through local middle and high schools.
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Recently released Parochial Report data from The Episcopal Church reveals increased attendance and giving in recent years. Please make your parish's pledge to the diocese by Oct. 31.
Read Bishop José's letter here.
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View the weekly checklist of important upcoming dates and deadlines for clergy, wardens, and staff. | |
Events around the Diocese | |
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We love your submissions! To be placed in this section, you must email the details of your event and a photo to Rachel, rcarr@diocesewnc.org, for consideration. This space is reserved for diocesan, parish, and conference center events.
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Choral Evensong
For St. Michael and all angels
Friday, Sept. 29 | 5 p.m. | St. Philip's, Brevard
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Homecoming
Unveiling three plaques to tell our complex history
Saturday, Sept. 30 |
11 a.m. | Good Shepherd, Tryon
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An Evening of Songs and Stories
with Brian Spahr
Saturday, Sept. 30 |
4 p.m. | Holy Family, Mills River
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Combined Worship
Celebrating the connected histories of Epiphany, Newton; St. Alban's, Hickory; and Ascension, Hickory
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Sunday, Oct. 1 |
10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
Ascension, Hickory
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Celtic Eucharist
Music led by Allelu! and harpist Lelia Lattimore
Sunday, Oct. 1 |
5 p.m. | St. James, Hendersonville
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Soup Kitchen Fundraiser
Delicious desserts and appetizers; supports kitchen remodel
Sunday, Oct. 1 |
3–5 p.m. |
St. Gabriel's, Rutherfordton
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Oct. 6 | 7–9 p.m. | Cathedral of All Souls, Asheville | |
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Rummage Sale
Baked goods, used treasures, live music, church tours, and more
Saturday, Oct. 7 |
8 a.m.–1 p.m. |
Church of the Redeemer, Asheville
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Honey and Locust PubSing
Gospel Jam & Sing-Along
Sunday, Oct. 8 |
2–4 p.m. | Kiwanis Park, 128 Green Street, Rutherfordton
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Trinity, Asheville | 2 p.m. | |
St. David's in the Valley, Cullowhee | 11 a.m. |
Holy Family, Mills River | 3 p.m. | |
St. James, Hendersonville | 3 p.m. |
St. John in the Wilderness, Flat Rock | 4 p.m. | |
Submit your Blessing of the Animals event to rcarr@diocesewnc.org by Tuesday, Oct. 3 to have a place in next week's newsletter. | | |
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Join the diocesan executive finance team (Bishop, Treasurer, CFO) for a breakdown of the proposed draft budget for 2024 ahead of our annual convention. Participants are welcome to ask questions and make suggestions.
Sept. 28
6:30 p.m.
Zoom
The Executive Council reviews the draft budget at their October meeting and then presents a final draft to the annual Convention of the Diocese, no less than two weeks prior to Convention. Convention is the canonical body that adopts the annual diocesan budget for the proceeding year.
Join on Zoom.
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A Conversation Celebrating Latinx/Hispanic History Month
The Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing will host a talk on immigration issues. Immigration isn't just a topic; it's about real lives, real stories, and it continues to be a critical issue as our brothers and sisters are being exploited for personal gain and political power. This hybrid panel discussion will discuss recent developments and various challenges faced by members of the Latinx/Hispanic community. The Venerable Juan Sandoval will host the event, which will be streamed on Facebook Live @centerforracialhealing at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 30.
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry Continues Hospital Recovery
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry has been moved from the intensive care unit of the hospital to a standard hospital room. He will continue his recovery there, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available, according to a Sept. 24 press release from The Episcopal Church’s Office of Public Affairs.
Curry underwent a planned surgery to have his right adrenal gland and an attached mass removed on Sept. 20. Please join us in extending prayer for Bishop Curry as he continues to recover.
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