Almighty and eternal God, so draw our hearts to you, so guide our minds,
so fill our imaginations, so control our wills, that we may be wholly yours,
utterly dedicated unto you; and then use us, we pray, as you will,
and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;
through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.
Prayer for Self-Dedication, The Book of Common Prayer, pg. 833
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Diocesan Prayers
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For
the month of February please pray for Province VI of the Episcopal Church. Also, pray for those who serve on the Diocesan Council, the Trustees, the Standing Committee, the Chancellors and for the Diocesan treasurer. Please pray for your own vestry or bishop's committee and all those who tend to the administrative work of your parish.
Sunday, February 22, is the Last Sunday after the Epiphany
Anniversaries
2/24 John Bland, d 1968
2/25 Harold Fait, p 1993
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
Gospel Based Discipleship
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Parochial Reports
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Deadline Approaching
Fully completed parochial reports for all congregations are due to the national Episcopal Church by March 1. All reports are filed online using this link.
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Around the Church
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Warrior to Citizens
submitted by Elaine Barber and Paulette Olson
Church of the Advent, Farmington, is a small parish with a deep commitment to the military and the personnel who serve our country. Concern for the physical, emotional, and spiritual well being of military families is central to the spiritual life of Church of the Advent. Read more...
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Lay Leaders Seminars
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RSVP Now for Upcoming Seminars
Wardens, vestry and bishop's committee members, treasurers, stewardship chairs, finance chairs, and convention delegates are encouraged to participate in one of four upcoming Lay Leaders Seminars:
- Tuesday, February 17, Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour,
Faribault - Wednesday, February 18, St. John's Episcopal Church,
St. Cloud - Thursday, February 19, St. Anne's Episcopal Church,
Sunfish Lake - Monday, February 23, Trinity Episcopal Church,
Hermantown
All will run from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. RSVP to Bronwyn Skov, 612-870-3307.
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Stewardship
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Planned Giving and Endowment Workshop Upcoming
Saturday, March 7, 1 pm to 4:30 pm
St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Minneapolis
Uncertain times like these remind us of how important
it is to plan for the future. One great way to answer members' desire and
need to give when personal finances are tight is through planning for future
gifts and bequests. Join us March 7 for new
information and insights on how you can enhance your congregation's and your
own readiness for long-term stewardship. RSVP to Kevin Shaw, Development Director, 612-870-3321.
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Mission Strategy Network
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Region 2 Gatherings Consolidated
If you are in Region 2, please plan to attend the February 28 MSN gathering at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Duluth, from 9:30 am to 12 pm. The second MSN gathering in Region 2 is canceled due to the fact that participants have indicated that the meeting on February 28 should be well attended and accessible to the majority of individuals in that area.
All of the upcoming MSN gatherings are listed on the diocesan calendar.
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Diocesan Council
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Election Results
Regions 2, 5, and 8 elected new representatives to Diocesan Council this year. They are: - Region 2: The Rev. Bill Van Oss, clergy; Susan Dusek, lay; alternates are the Rev. Cindy Peterson-Wlosinski, clergy; Terry Hoopman, lay
- Region 5: The Rev. Doug Sparks, clergy; Pat Dibble, lay; alternates are the Rev. Scott Monson, clergy; Christina Tantarri, lay
- Region 8: The Rev. Theo Park, clergy; Gary Aamodt, lay; alternates are the Rev. Marlene Jacobs, clergy; Chris Huizinga, lay
In Region 1, the Rev. Lisa White Smith was elected to replace an non-election year opening. Alternates are the Rev. Carole (Coke) Smith, clergy; the Rev. George Hecock, clergy; the Rev. Dana Emery, clergy; Emma King, lay. |
Bishop Search Update
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submitted by the Rev. Neil Willard
This week begins a new and exciting chapter in our search for the IX Bishop of Minnesota. After the application deadline of February 18, there will be no more additions to the initial pool of potential candidates. This obviously means that our next bishop will already be represented within the first group of applicants. The next step will be a meeting of your Bishop Search Committee on Saturday, February 28. The agenda for that meeting will include a review of applications and also interview training. Please keep the search process in your prayers.
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Upcoming Events
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February 17, Lay Leaders Seminar, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Cathedral of our Merciful Saviour, Faribault
February 17, MSN Region VII meeting, 7 pm to 9:30 pm, St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, St. Paul
February 18, Lay Leaders Seminar, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, St. John's Episcopal Church, St. Cloud
February 19, Lay Leaders Seminar, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, St. Anne's Episcopal Church, Sunfish Lake
February 19, Spirit of the Lakes Ordination and commissioning, 7 pm, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Duluth (clergy are encouraged to attend and should wear red stoles)
February 21, MSN Region 3 meeting, 9:30 am to 12:00 pm, St. John's Episcopal Church, St. Cloud
February 21, Region IV meeting, 10 am, contact the Rev. John Robertson
February 21, MSN Region 4 meeting, 1:30 pm to 3 pm, contact the Rev. Anne Miner-Pearson
February 21, First Nations Kitchen prospective partners meeting, 5 pm, All Saints Episcopal Church, Minneapolis
February 23, Lay Leaders Seminar, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, Hermantown
A complete Calendar of Events is available on our website. Also, visit the Trips and Pilgrimages page on our website for a complete list of upcoming opportunities to explore your journey with God through travel |
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