General Convention 2012 is complete! - Fr. Ken Ritter, Convention Delegate  The House of Bishops has adjourned and the House of Deputies has now adjourned. General Convention 2012 is now over. It has been a long General Convention and our Deputation is weary as we head home soon. GC is full of very long days and what we will likely treasure most back home in Louisiana is more sleep and to be able to eat food that we have prepared in our own homes! General Convention has been held in past years for 10 days and this year it was held in 8 days. This seemed to be a blessing but, as it turned out, we conducted the same amount of business as last Convention in a shorter amount of time! This meant that we spent a lot more time on the floor of the House of Deputies in session. Whew! It was a very good Convention and while each of us certainly disagreed with one or more pieces of legislation (and sometimes with each other), and there certainly were some tense moments in the House, there was, nevertheless, a good spirit in this Convention and we made great progress toward major change in our Church. I believe that this General Convention may prove to be historic because of the significant pieces of legislation passed and because of the impetus for change in our Church that has been set in motion. Our deputation is hopeful for our Church.  Just prior to the end of Convention the House of Deputies said farewell to Bonnie Anderson, who is stepping down as the President of the House of Deputies after 6 years and two General Conventions. She received several standing ovations. Mother Gay Jennings, a priest, has been elected as the new President of the House of Deputies. Our deputation is very grateful for the prayers and support that we have received from our friends, families and fellow Episcopalians in our diocese. God bless you all! It was a pleasure to work with a wonderful and very dedicated deputation. What a great group of people! Sine die. Back to Louisiana we come! To read more Convention Posts from our deputies click here.
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Jericho Road Presents: Summer SplashSummer Splash at the Saratoga Street Fruit Tree Orchard Saturday, July 14th from 4 - 7P Saratoga Street Fruit Tree Orchard (2715 S. Saratoga Street, or between Washington and 4th on S. Saratoga)  It's WAY too HOT! On the afternoon of July 14th, come on over to the Saratoga Street Fruit Tree Orchard to cool off, celebrate summer, and meet your neighbors at Summer Splash! Water games, grill-out, cold drinks-need we say more? All are welcome!!
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St. James Church (BR) Presents "Franciscan Mysticism: Why is it unique?" Sunday July 15thThe Center for Spiritual Formation is delighted to invite you to view the webcast from the Center for Action and Contemplation of Richard Rohr as he presents Franciscan Mysticism: Why is it unique?  The presentation, originally made in April 2012, will be viewed in the Media Room on the first floor of the Ministries Center on Sunday evening, July 15, from 6-8 p.m. Gathering in community has the potential to deepen your experience, further opening your heart and your mind, through sharing together what you experienced during the webcast.
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St. John's Episcopal Church Children's Art ProgramSaturdays: 1:00pm till 3:30pm starting Sat., July 14, 2012
Snacks included: $2.00 each session Visual Art, Drama, Dancing, Music, Creative Writing, Singing
Ages 4 yrs. to 14 yrs.
Using Art Across the Curriculum for Reading, Writing & Math
St. John's Episcopal Church
2109 17th Street (Corner of Williams Blvd. and 17th Street)
Kenner, LA 70062 -- 504-469-4535Reserve your child's spot- contact Deacon Charmaine at rfkathmann@aol.com
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St. ANNA'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH FEATURES LATINO MURAL, New Orleans, LA
Since 2007 St. Anna's Episcopal Church has hosted an adult education and enculturation school called Oportunidades NOLA for Latinos in the metro New Orleans area. This very successful school enjoys collaborations with Loyola University, LSU, and Tulane Universities. The school is fashioned as both a learning center and cultural haven for Latinos. Among its many offerings is a program sponsored by the Government of Mexico called Plaza Comunitaria a GED type course.
Two Oportunidades students Felix and Gian Carlos wanted to offer a mural to the church that sponsors the school. The mural is located on the second floor of the Parish House which is now used as one of two sites for classes.
A special bi-lingual mass will be held on Wednesday July 18th at 6:00 p.m. which is the feast of Bartolomé de las Cases. This sometimes obscure Spaniard, Las Casas, is often seen as one of the first advocates for universal Human Rights arguing the humanity of native peoples before the Spanish courts. The special worship service will conclude at the mural with a blessing and benediction before dismissal.
The public is invited to attend the worship service and to view the mural following the worship service until 8:00 p.m. The artists will be available for questions and of course compliments. For further information about the mass please contact St. Anna's at (504) 947-2121 or e-mail luigi@stannanola.org.
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Peggy Scott - Priest 7/17
| That she may faithfully fulfill the duties of her ministry, build up Your Church,
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New Addition to the Solomon Center Team!
The Solomon Episcopal Conference Center is pleased to announce that Cindy Schmidt has accepted the position of Manager of Guest Services and will start on August 6, 2012. Read More
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 July 18, 25 & Aug 1 - 7p St. James Church (BR) Summer Sounds each Wednesday. Artists include: Don Vappie & CJS; Masakowski & Esneault; Chris Thomas King; Quiana Lynell. Learn more here
July 15, 5pm Trinity (BR)
The Salem Youth Chorus presents an Evensong Concert
July 15, 5p Trinity (NOLA)
Matthew Hayes, classical guitarist plays Music from Spain, Cuba, Italy and South America. July 17th, 6:30p "The Fly"
New Orleans area Young Adults will gather at "The Fly" (the park on the Mississippi River behind Audubon Zoo) for dinner, discussion, and fellowship.
July 21st, 6:30p St George's (NOLA)
St George's parish hall (NOLA) "George goes to Tuscany Dinner" Dragon Cafe fundraiser. The cost is $50 per person. For reservations contactl Ellen Quigley: equigley@cox.net or 504.344.7860
July 27-29 - Happening #69
Hosanna Lutheran Church, Mandeville, LA. Open to 10th thru Graduated Seniors. Register Here
July 29th - Safeguarding God's Children
St. Martin's Church, Metairie Beginning @ Noon with a light lunch. Please RSVP to Adelaide Diaz 504-835-7357, ext 15
Aug 3-5 Addictions Recovery Retreat.
Open to men and women at Solomon Episcopal Conference Center. More Info |
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