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Volume 6, Issue 37
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 but no one can tame the tongue--a restless evil, full of deadly poison. From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this ought not to be so. James 3:8&10
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ECSLA Hurricane Isaac Recovery Collaboration Efforts
Episcopal Community Services
Dear Friends in Christ,
As flood waters recede and power is restored across southeast Louisiana, our churches, with the assistance of Episcopal Community Services (ECSLA), are responding to those suffering from Hurricane Isaac. Karla Sikaffy duPlantier and Deacon Elaine Clements are working to assess unmet needs in the hardest hit areas, coordinating with local churches, and applying for emergency funding to serve those in need. Here are some of the efforts currently underway:
- ECSLA is working with St. Timothy's in LaPlace on securing funding to set up a case manager in their neighborhood to provide direct assistance to those who have experienced flooding
- Archdeacon Priscilla Maumus (CCC) and Deacon Elaine Clements of ECS have initiated a school supply drive for Laplace as many students are facing having to change schools and buy a second round of supplies. Deacon Charles deGravelles is organizing Baton Rouge in the same effort. Those supplies will be delivered by the deacons to Laplace this week and next
- ECSLA is exploring ways to assist Slidell, through Christ Episcopal Church, in responding to the needs of that community
- ECSLA is developing ways for our Volunteer program to support Braithwaite through the use of volunteers which will be housed at All Soul's Episcopal Church
- ECSLA secured a grant from ERD for partial funding to offset expenses to take the Mobile Medical Unit of St. Anna's into storm affected areas and for direct services in Orleans, Plaquemines, and St. John the Baptist Parishes
- ECSLA is working with St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, All Soul's Episcopal Church, St. Anna's Episcopal Church to serve as a distribution site for relief funds in Orleans Parish as they become available
- ECSLA and St. Phillip's Episcopal Church are in the process of determining how to be of assistance to the Braithwaite community, across the river from the church
In order to fund these ministries, and others as needs dictate, ECSLA has received a grant from Episcopal Relief & Development for emergency relief funds to be used for gas cards, food, rental assistance, utilities and other direct assistance needs. Funds will also cover expenses of running the St. Anna's Mobile Medical Unit to LaPlace. ECSLA has also developed a long-term grant request to ERD to be submitted for long-term recovery.
In addition, The Rt. Rev'd Morris K. Thompson, Jr. has created a fund with the help of Episcopal Relief and Development that will be used to meet the needs of our community as they become clear in the weeks ahead. Bishop Thompson and ECSLA have committed that all contributions will be carefully segregated from the diocesan budget. Donations can be made online at ecsla.org or checks may be made payable to Episcopal Community Services, 1623 Seventh Street, NOLA 70115.
Karla Sikaffy duPlantier, M.Ed
Interim Executive Director
Episcopal Community Services of Louisiana
www.ecsla.org
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Living With Purpose Fellowship Welcomes New Interns
Episcopal Community Services
We are proud to welcome the third class of the Living With Purpose Fellowship! It is always a blessing and great responsibility to host young adults in our diocese and walk with them for a year, helping to discern their call while serving the poor. This year brings with it the added blessing of a second LWP house. Building on the successes of our first two years, LWP has partnered with St James, Baton Rouge to establish a new LWP house on the church campus in Baton Rouge. This massive outreach effort by St James allows LWP to live into the mission of Episcopal Community Services by serving across our diocese and out of New Orleans.
The 10 LWP Fellows completed an Isaac-interrupted orientation August 31, and began their year of service to vulnerable communities at their site placements September 4. The themes of their first month together are Investment, Balance, Vulnerability, and Community. Each week the LWP Fellows meet after work for a chapter meeting to engage these themes, NOLA on Tuesdays and BR on Wednesdays. Please welcome:
Baton Rouge Nina Field, working at Volunteers in Public Schools Courtney Parmer, working at O'Brien House  Ashley Yohman, working at Kids' Orchestra
New Orleans
Maggie Birkel, working at Eden House
Forrest Cook, working at Habitat for Humanity
Eli Coppock, working at Jericho Road Housing Initiative
Cassie Favrot, working at St Thomas Community Health Center
Allie Kochanski, working at Habitat for Humanity
Colleen Morrissey, working at Jericho Road Housing Initiative
Lauren Sepe, working at Trinity Loaves and Fishes |
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IntegrityNOLA to Meet Sep 15th
Christ Church Cathedral
IntegrityNOLA will meet on Saturday, September 15th, beginning with 9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist at Christ Church Cathedral on St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans. Afterwards, Bishop Thompson will discuss the actions taken by General Convention and his plans for their implementation. For further information, please contact Regina Matthews (504) 894-0908.
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Sep 14, 6-9p Christ Church Cathedral Laetare Gala event - See flyer on this page.
Sep 15, 9:30a, Christ Church CathedralIntegrityNOLA Meeting and Eucharist with
Bp. Morris Thompson
Sep 15, 10a - Noon, St James Church BR
Sept 15, 10a-Noon, Christ Episcopal Church Slidell. North Shore Ultreya will be Saturday. Information: Fr. Harry Jenkins, 985-643-4531
Sep 15, 8:30-Noon, St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Metairie. Making Informed Decisions about Death and Dying: A Workshop on Preparations for End of Life. More Info: Terri, 504-837-7357. See Story on this page
Sep 16 SECC Sunday. The conference center's 3rd annual donation drive. Make a donation today!Sep 23, 3p Christ Church Covington Diocesan Acolyte Festival with a Festival Worship, Eucharist, and Commissioning of Acolytes. Sep 28, 7p, St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 5875 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, 70124 "Let Love Lead: Finding Spiritual Guidance from the Desert Sayings" Presented by the New Orleans School for Contemplative Living ( thescl.net) |
Trinity Artist Series
Trinity Church New Orleans
Sunday, September 16 @ 5 pm Rocky's Hot Fox-Trot Orchestra. A traditional 1940s style Big Band, performing classic and modern Big Band music for an audience of all ages. See their website
Tuesday, September 18, at 6- 7 pm: Organ & Labyrinth Organ recital and candlelight with Albinas on the 5000-pipe Trinity tracker organ - www.albinas.org From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes.
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 Michael Nation - Deacon 9/20David duPlantier - Priest 9/21David Seger - Priest 9/21
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That they may faithfully fulfill the duties of their ministry, build up Your Church, and glorify Your Name, we pray to you, O Lord
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Christ Church Cathedral Presents  Click Image to View Flyer
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Diocesan Acolyte Festival Sept 23rd
Christ Church in Covington
The Diocese of Louisiana Acolyte Festival will take place on Sunday, September 23rd at Christ Church in Covington. The festival will begin at 3pm with a Festival Worship, Eucharist, and Commissioning of Acolytes. All Acolytes, Acolyte Leaders, and Clergy are invited to vest and participate in the procession. Please bring vestments, your church banner, and banner stand labeled with your church name. Anyone participating in the procession should plan to be at Christ Church no later than 2:45pm. The worship service will be followed by a round-robin of games and activities, and the evening will conclude with a BBQ dinner in the Parish Hall at 5:30pm. All people of the diocese are invited to attend and support our acolytes and their service in our church. We are looking for a few volunteers to help coordinate the logistics of the afternoon. To volunteer or for more information about the event please contact Diocesan Youth and Young Adult Minister Amelia Arthur at aarthur@edola.org. We hope to see you on Sunday, September 23rd at 3pm!
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Started Your Bible Reading Challenge?
All Saints', River Ridge has begin a challenge to read the Bible in 90 Days! The plan is to read the Bible every day, 12 pages a day, for 90 days, cover to cover - that is to say, by Advent!
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Christ Centered Prayer Workshop Oct 6th
Trinity Church, New Orleans
Christ Centered Prayer Workshop at Trinity, New Orleans: Saturday, October 6, Trinity will welcome the Reverend Sandy Casey-Martus for a one-day, introductory workshop on Christ Centered Prayer, a form of contemplative prayer. 
Participants will be invited to learn about the practice, try it for themselves, and incorporate it into their personal rhythm of prayer. Sandy writes, "Christ Centered Prayer builds upon previous contemplative practices without reliance on sacred images, breath, thoughts, or words. It is easy to learn and fulfills Jesus' invitation to, 'Come and find rest for your souls.' With Jesus as model, scriptures as reference, tradition as custodian, sacraments as celebration, and selfless service as mission, Christ Centered Prayer finds its source, sustenance, and direction." Sandy has studied various forms of contemplative prayer for over thirty years. She is currently Associate Rector of All Saints by the Sea Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara.
Space is limited to only thirty people. The workshop begins at 9am in the Parish House. We will share a catered buffet lunch of fresh, local foods from Nolavore and conclude our time together at 3pm. A fee of $30 covers food and materials. Financial assistance is available. To register, contact Peter Gray at (504) 670-2584 or pgray@trinitynola.com. Trinity is located at 1329 Jackson Avenue in New Orleans.
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