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 The Bishop's Annual Mission Appeal kicks off in May - and with some exciting changes. In order to further extend our reach, Bishop Thompson has separated BAMA from the diocese's program budget. In addition, he has decided to equally divide the proceeds among the following:
- The rebuilding of St. Matthew's, Houma as it recovers from a fire that destroyed the historic church building in 2010;
- Outreach to international groups and people in need, through our own Partners in Mission;
- A financial reserve for unforeseen disasters and events throughout the year.
Next month, parishoners will receive letters in the mail as well as some materials at church. If you have any questions, please ask your clergy or call our offices at 225.706.6634 or 504.895.6634.
Thank you in advance for your participation in the Bishop's Annual Mission Appeal!
Visit the BAMA page on the EDOLA website to learn more about this years recipients.
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Dividing Sudan - Slater Armstrong
The Sudan crisis is a complex conflict. This brief is oversimplified by default. Many have heard of the Darfur genocide, and may know that the South voted to secede last January, forming a new nation on July 9, 2011. Few know of the Nuba genocide which lasted from 1985-2002, devastati ng the population by roughly half, and renewed on June 5, 2011. The Nuba fought in self-defense with the South against the regime of Khartoum, but were not given the choice to secede.
For the past 11 months Sudan's President Bashir bombed civilians daily, preventing their harvesting/planting food, displacing the entire population (approx. 500,000) now living in caves for shelter. Bashir denied all requests for humanitarian access. Experts calculate full scale famine will again decimate the noble Nuba remnants of Cush on the brink of extinction within weeks (many are Christian / Episcopalian).
We must act to save them by contacting our government and the UN through this website - www.ACTforSudan.org - calling on them to "force aid through" to the civilian population. Click on the photo to view a video...
Joining Our Voices
Slater Armstrong - Director/Founder
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Trinity Artist Series - New Orleans
Sunday April 29 @ 5 pm: Gianni de Chiaro, Classical Guitarist A program of virtuoso works of the Turn of The Century, Including Aguado, Schubert, Tarrega, Mozart, Joplin, Gounod & Liszt. Tuesday, May 1 @ 6 pm until 7 pm: "Organ & Labyrinth" : Organ Recital & Candlelight with Albinas Prizgintas on the 5000 pipe Trinity tracker organ. From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. - www.albinas.org
Trinity Church New Orleans ~ 1329 Jackson Ave. New Orleans
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Kairos Prison Ministry Opportunity
 Kairos Prison Ministry returns to Louisiana's State Penitentiary June 21-24. Its mission is to bring Christ's love and forgiveness to all incarcerated individuals, their families and those who work with them, and to assist in the transition of becoming a productive citizen. David Musser of Trinity New Orleans is Advising Leader of Kairos #54, and men or women can join him on this team. Training begins May 5 and meets every Saturday (except June 2) until the actual weekend. This is the only Kairos Weekend at Angola in 2012, so prayerfully consider joining us. Even if you cannot be on the team that enters Angola, there are many ways to be involved in this ministry: as Cook or Agape Team, or providing cookies, financial contributions, prayer support or kids' artwork. If interested in being part of this Kairos at Angola, please contact David Musser ASAP at dmusser72@yahoo.com or 504-615-0001.
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"Walk the Block/Block the Blight"
Jericho Road in collaboration with New Orleans Neighborhood Development is supporting a resident led effort to fight blight in some Uptown Neighborhoods. The Faubourg Delassize and Faubourg Lafayette neighborhood associations are conducting a survey of property in their neighborhoods. Event Information: Date: April 28th, 2012; Time: 9AM to 1PM A small lunch will be provided Description of activity: A general canvassing of a residential neighborhood
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ECW Gathering
4/27-28 St Luke's Baton Rouge. Flyer ~~~
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St. Matthew's Houma Rebuild Benefits:
- St John's Thibodaux benefit concert May 20th See Flyer
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Spencer Lindsay
Priest - 4/29
Gedge Gayle
Priest - 5/1
Brien Koehler
Deacon - 5/1
James Coleman
Priest - 5/5
That they may faithfully fulfill the duties of their ministry, build up Your Church, and glorify Your Name, we pray to you, O Lord. | |
ChurchWork Submission deadline for Summer 2012 is Monday, April 30th. This issue will be mailed within the first few weeks of June.
When submitting photographs, please ensure that they are 300 dpi and that they are at least 3 inches x 3 inches.
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| IntegrityNOLA proudly presents Love Free or Die, a documentary focusing on the life of New Hampshire's openly gay Episcopal bishop, Gene Robinson. The screening will be on Tuesday, May 1st, at 7:30 p.m. at the Prytania Theater. Tickets are $10 and are available at the theater or online. | |
Camp Hardtner - Summer Camp 2012
Summer Plans: The Camp Hardtner Camping Program continues to create an atmosphere of love and acceptance for more than 500 young people in the various camp sessions held each summer, with an organized program of worship, music and recreational activities that encourages creativity, and acceptance that allows God's love to flow freely. Read more or download forms here |
Attending Services at a New Parrish? You may need to update your church membership records! Here is the process.
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Click the ChurchWork cover to view the
Spring 2012 issue.
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E-DoLA
eNewsletter
The Rev'd Canon E. Mark Stevenson
Canon to the Ordinary
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