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"Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised;
he is not here..." Mark 16:6
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Alleluia. Christ is risen!
The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!
Recently Rebecca and I attended a funeral for a dear friend. During the passing of the peace the Presiding Bishop, Katharine Jefferts Schori, remarked that in the Eucharistic Prayer we will hear the phrase, "For to your faithful people, O Lord, life is changed, not ended..." Those words struck me deeply. It was a truth I needed to hear, life is changed, not ended.
This is the message of Easter. Jesus defeated the ending of life and gave us the assurance of being beyond our knowing. What began that morning in sorrow, gave way to new life for me and for the person we came to celebrate.
"For to your faithful people, O Lord, life is changed, not ended!" Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
May this Eastertide truly be a time of new beginnings for you and your neighbor.
I am as always,
Your servant in Christ,
Additional Easter Readings
Presiding Bishop's Message
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Cathedral Holy Week Liturgies
Maundy Thursday 6 p.m. Holy Eucharist with Foot Washing & Stripping the Altar Bishop Thompson - Celebrant
Good Friday 12 noon - 3 p.m.
The Solemnity of Good Friday
Easter Worship Schedule
Easter Eve, April 7
The Great Vigil of Easter 7 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
1101 South Carrollton Avenue
Worship with others from the uptown area.
Easter Sunday, April 8
7:30 a.m. & 10 a.m.
Bishop Thompson will preach at 10 a.m.
Sunday School & Real Presence will not meet.
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Holy Communion Plaquemine: Easter Story Exhibit
The Members of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion in Plaquemine
Invite you to Walk through an exhibit of the Easter Story with original art and dramatic narrative by candlelight. 
During Holy Week join us Monday through Friday at any time between
6:30 and 8 p.m. for the Stations of the Cross presented through various media (including artwork by Baton Rouge artist, John Tulley), providing both a visual and interactive interpretation of Christ's journey to the Cross. Visit Website for Details
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Good Friday Community Fish Fry and Ecumenical Way of the Cross
Good Friday Trinity Morgan City is working with Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church and Cornerstone Ministries Church to host a Good Friday Community Fish Fry and Ecumenical Way of the Cross.
The fish fry is free, open to any and all in the Morgan City community, and will be held at Lawrence Park in the Historic District at noon. The Way of the Cross will follow in the park at 2:00 pm.
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Trinity School NOLA Celebrates Water for Life Day
On Friday, April 6, 2012 beginning at 8:10 a.m., Trinity Episcopal Schoolıs Middle School students will be participating in Water for Life Day. This event is designed to provide students with an understanding of the importance of water in the lives of people everywhere, bring attention to the scarcity of clean water in developing countries, and act as a fundraiser for Loaves and Fishes Africa.
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The earth shook with the news. He is not here; He is risen! And in that moment, joy replaced despair, hope pushed past fear, and life conquered death not just that day, but for eternity. We celebrate the resurrection of Christ for what it meant then and what it means for us every day a sacrifice that brings forgiveness, renewal, and peace to any of us who put our faith in Jesus.
No matter where we are or what burdens we might be carrying, we have reason to give thanks and praise for the unmatched love of our Savior. As you celebrate Easter, may you embrace the fullness of resurrection as expressed in Gods Word. You might consider reading the Resurrection story in John 20 with your family, or simply re-read your favorite passage to refresh your faith.
As we celebrate the blessings of Easter, may we experience a rebirth and renewal that courses through our hearts and minds, spilling over into our lives and our communities throughout the year. He is risen indeed! Reprinted from YouVersion
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Episcopal Campus Ministry Presents
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In Praise of Slowness at Trinity Church New Orleans on Apr 14th from 9am to 2pm. See Flyer Here
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Men's Retreat Apr 20-22 SECC - Bp. Thompson to lead. See Flyer Here
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A Night In Venice - Dinner, Dance & Silent Auction at Christ Church Slidell Sat Apr 21st 7-10pm
See Flyer Here
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SECC Service Day Apr 22nd, 2pm - 7pm at Solomon Episcopal Conference Center.
See the Flyer Here
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Charles JenkinsPriest 4/13 That he may faithfully fulfill the duties of his ministry, build up Your Church, and glorify Your Name, we pray to you, O Lord.
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The Dodwell House Extravaganza 2012
A charity extravaganza with great local food, great local music, and fabulous silent and live auction items on a wonderful spring evening. Saturday April 21, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. All proceeds benefit the restoration of Dodwell House Community Center ♪ Support Anna's Arts for Kids ♪ Oportunidades NOLA ♪ S.A.M.M. ♪ St. Anna's Church Ministries |
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The All Souls Community Center to hold first annual Silent Auction
A Silent Auction, dinner and concert by the Youth Orchestra of the Lower Ninth Ward (YOL9W) is set for Saturday April 21, 6-9 pm. at All Souls Church. Twenty five dollars ($25.00) per person. Food is being provided by some of New Orleans fine restaurants including Palace Cafe, Ralph's on the Park, the Joint, and Loretta's fine Pralines and many others. For for information, please call All Souls at 504 494 8021.
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Diocesan Youth & Young Adult Ministries Update
God & Guinness, the monthly gathering of young adults in the New Orleans area, has a new name for the summer!
Starting on Tuesday, April 10th, we will begin Tuesdays at The Fly, a monthly gathering for dinner and discussion. We will meet at "The Fly", the park on the river behind Audubon Zoo, and have food, drink, discussion, and fellowship.
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SECC Service Day is April 22nd from 2pm - 7pm at Solomon Episcopal Conference Center. See the Flyer Here |
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Bp. Morris K. Thompson Jr
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Canon to the Ordinary
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