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Upcoming
Bishop's
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3/15 - 22
House of Bishops
Camp Allen
Navasota, TX
3/24
Acolyte Festival
3/25
St. James
Oklahoma City
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Upcoming Diocese Events
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To register or for more inforamtion please go onto the Dicoesan Web Site below:
March 24
Acolyte Festival
St. Paul's Cathedral , OKC
9 -3
April 20-22
Clergy Spouse Retreat
St. Crispin's
April 26-29
Co-Ed English Speaking Cursillo
St. Crispin's
June 16
Diocesan Christian Formation Training Event
Celebremos la Fiesta
Let us Celebrate the Feast!
9:30 - 3
Santa Maria Virgen Episcopal Church, Oklahoma City
September 27-30
Co-Ed Spanish Speaking Cursillo
St. Crispin's
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The Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma
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Companion Diocese Uruguay
Holy God, source of healing and of peace, bless with your grace the companion dioceses of Oklahoma and Uruguay. Through our partnership one with another may we grow in mutual affection and communion, seek a more profound experience of truth, build up the Church in unity and give glory to Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.
New Web site:
http://uruguay.anglican.org/
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The Next Issue of this Newsletter will be on Friday,
March 23, 2012.
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We Are Epiok.org
March 16, 2012
Issue 11 |
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Vital, Healthy, and Growing Congregations
Applying the Five Keys
A Workshop for Clergy and Lay Leaders of the Diocese of Oklahoma
Lead by The Very Reverend Kevin Martin
Author, Speaker and Dean of St. Matthew's Cathedral, Dallas
At a time when many Episcopal Churches are in decline, is it possible to create vital, healthy and growing congregations? Yes it is, and Dean Kevin Martin will be with us to help our congregational leaders improve insight and skills in leading congregations for the New Millennium. Dean Martin has taught church leaders and consulted with congregations for over 15 years, and he is the author of two books and numerous articles on leadership and congregational development. Participants will learn:
* Why doing church the way we have always done it does not work today.
* How the culture is changing and demanding new missionary efforts from our congregations.
* What you can do as a leader to help your congregation respond to the challenges of a Post-denominational and Post-modern world.
Drawing applications from his book 5 Keys for Church Leaders, Dean Martin will give practical information on steps all leaders can take in becoming more effective leaders for today's Church.
Location of Workshops
The two day work shop will be offered both in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
May 18-19, St. Augustine of Canterbury Church, OKC
Friday, May 18th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for Clergy and Program Staff
Saturday, May 19th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for Vestry and Lay Leaders
June 1-2, St. John's, Tulsa
Friday, June 1st , 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for Clergy and Program Staff
Saturday, June 2nd, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for Vestry and Lay Leaders
Registration information
To register, please visit the diocesan website www.epiok.org and click on the "events tab" and scroll down to "Healthy and Growing Congregations" and click "register now."
You can also email the Assistant to the Canon to the Ordinary, Diane Ellsworth at dellsworth@epiok.org. Questions, call Diane at 405-232-4820 or 800-584-0823. |
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"The Hope of Our Calling"
The National Workshop on Christian Unity will be held in Oklahoma City April 16 - 19. This event will offer seminars and presentations on critical ecumenical issues, meetings of denominational networks, a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Vatican II, a visit to the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum and ecumenical worship services. Bishop Ed will be a part of this event serving as a joint celebrant in accordance with the interim agreement between the Methodist and Episcopal churches on Tuesday, the 17th, at St. Paul's Cathedral, OKC. For more information, go to: www.nwcu.org. |
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Godly Play Learning and Sharing Event
This past Saturday, a group gathered at Christ Church, Tulsa, to see presentations and come away with a better understanding of Godly Play. The Rev. Judy Gann explained the history and room set-up, and then offered presentations.
Several congregations in our diocese us Godly
Play, a work designed by The Rev. Jerome Berryman. Jerome studied with Sofia Cavaletti, the creator of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Using the Montessori concept, Jerome wove a different spin to the Catechesis model in creating Godly Play. Manipulative materials are made or purchased which allow the child to "work" through the presentation and helps them with the "wondering" questions.
If you are interested in learning more about this program or setting up a demonstration lesson, please contact Sabrina Evans at the Diocesan Offices.
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Mission Camp 2012
From March 19 - 23, a group of youth and adults from the Diocese will be a part of Mission Camp 2012 serving the people of Joplin, Missouri. Participants will be staying at Joplin House, which is run through the non-profit organization Project 195. This is the 7th year of Mission Camp, which is open to high school students, grades 9 - 12.
Please keep these individuals in your prayers as they travel, work, and build not only community in their group but in the community of Joplin as well!
Emma Hutchinson, Miranda Eaton- Richardson, Darcy Walker, Lillie Bucher, Caity Miller, Katie Gallion, Adam Lawhorn, John Tygret, Kevin Rysted, Jennifer Burris, Sarah Brewer, Tim Sean Youmans, Milo Allen, and John Putnam. |
New Hope Sunday - May 6
 May 6 will be New Hope Sunday for the Diocese of Oklahoma. New Hope began as a ministry of the Diocese in 1992, providing a summer camp experience for children who had a parent in prison. Today, New Hope, as a non-profit corporation, continues to provide services to Oklahoma children with incarcerated parents, and while those services have expanded, summer camps remain a primary focus. For the last 20 years, New Hope's success has been closely tied to the support we have received from Episcopal churches and individuals, who have donated money and time generously.
The New Hope residential camp for children aged  8-11 will again be located at St. Crispin's, July 22-27. Two other residential camps for children aged 12-13 and 14-15 will be located at a camp facility near Guthrie, June 10-15 and July 8-13. Day camps for children in the Tulsa area will be held June 18-22 and June 24-29. New Hope, with your help, will serve about 200 children this summer from around the state. Your support of New Hope is much appreciated.
 If you would like to coordinate New Hope Sunday for your church, contact Judy Gann, judy@newhopeoklahoma.org or 918-361-3903. To donate, please visit New Hope's web site. http://www.newhopeoklahoma.org. To volunteer, contact Phillip Bowman for a volunteer application by e-mailing phillip@newhopeoklahoma.org. If you know children in your area who qualify for one of New Hope's camps please contact Lindsay Fry-Geier, Lindsay@newhopeoklahoma.org for applications.
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Bishop's Visit to St. David's, OKC
It was a glorious day at St. David's on Sunday as Bishop Ed made his visit. There were 2 Baptisms, 4 individuals confirmed, and 1 reception!
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Ordination to Diaconate
Tim Sean Youmans of Emmanuel, Shawnee, was ordained to the sacred order of Deacons on Wednesday night.
Here with The Rev. Tim Sean is his wife, Karen, and Bishop Ed |
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ECW Annual Meeting and Bishop's Day
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What our Congregations are Doing for Lent
St. Augustine of Canterbury, Oklahoma City, began Lent by having it's members write their names on a sheet of paper, and then wrapping them in burlap and tying off the ends with jute. Then, these fabric cocoons were tied to a tree branch where they will remain until Easter.
The congregation was encouraged to use this time to look at their "hang ups" and to see how they could be transformed during the Lenten Season. |
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Episcopal Relief and Development
World Malaria Day is coming up this April 25. In sub-Saharan Africa, one child dies each minute from malaria. Malaria can be prevented through the use of bed nets costing $12 per net, including community training in the use of these nets. Episcopal Relief & Development invites you to use its free online toolkit to join in the fight against malaria. It is located at http://www.inspirationfund.org/get-involved-0 This toolkit includes 3 modules of a curriculum for children pre-school through high school age, along with a number of videos, slide shows, and other free resources. They also having a contest, with prizes, for children and youth in grades 5-8 and 9-12 for essays and videos, the "How to Make a Difference Contest." Children and youth in your parishes are invited to participate in this contest, perhaps as part of a Lenten program or Sunday School or youth group project - or even individual reflections. Submissions are due April 8. Information on this contest is at: http://www.inspirationfund.org/making-a-difference-contest. |
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Christian Formation Listserve
Last year, we opened a listserve to help support our congregations. This is a wonderful tool that lets us get out information and questions to those who work in the field of Christian Formation. If you are not a part of this group, join today. It doesn't cost you anything. Log on at: |
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Diocesan Journal Part II Available
The Clergy Directory and Journal of Proceedings from Diocesan Convention is available on our Diocesan web site. If you go to www.epiok.org. and click on Our Diocese on the left-hand side, then Diocesan Convention, you will find Journal Part II listed at the top of the page. |
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Acolyte Festival 
The event is scheduled for March 24 at St. Paul's Cathedral, with a Festival Eucharist to be held at 2 p.m. The registration for is on the Diocesan web site at: http://www.epiok.org/Christian%20Formation/acolyte-festival.html
Go ahead and send in your registrations as soon as possible. You can pay at the door. |
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We are pleased to announce the launch of the Episcopal Youth Leadership Academy (E.Y.L.A.) for the Diocese of Oklahoma. This program is open to youth grades 6 - 10. It will provide opportunities to learn to be a leader not only in your congregation, diocese and beyond but these skills will apply to school and other organizations. Go to:
http://www.epiok.org/Christian%20Formation/e-y-l-a-launches-2012-13-program.html and download a brochure!
March 24 - Acolyte Festival at St. Paul's Cathedral. THE REGISTRATION FORM IS ON THE WEB SITE.
EpiscoPosse - Tulsa
A city wide youth group for Episcopalians and their friends 6th-12th grade. This group meets weekly for worship, formation, service, and fun from 4-6pm!
March 18th No Meeting
March 25th Lenten Program@ Christ Church
The Youth Commission and members will be a part of the Christian Formation training event on June 16 at Santa Maria, OKC. The three workshops include: Small group facilitation, The Abundant Life Project from ERD (Episcopal Resource and Development), and Camp Crafts (making friendship bracelets and God's eyes/lanyards.) If you would like to be a part of this training event, please contact the dioceses.
MIQRA - Save the date. Next January 19-21, as we offer our first MIQRA. What is MIQRA? It is an event to youth and adults who want to participate in reading the Bible from beginning to end! That's right - three days of non-stop Bible reading - but wait! There's more! There will be games, movies, activities, quite time, and much more going on at the same time! This will be held at St. Mary's Church, Edmond.
NEXT YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING - May 5. Would you like to join us? We will begin at noon at the Diocesan Offices. Hope to see you here. |
Clergy Spouse Emails Needed
If you are a clergy spouse, please send your current email address to Denise at the Diocsean Office - dphillips@epiok.org. We are trying to build up a complete data base for future clergy spouse mailings.
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Brightmusic Society of Oklahoma Elects
Debra L. Konieczny to its Board of Directors
The Brightmusic Society of Oklahoma - Oklahoma City's own chamber music ensemble -- is proud to announce the election of Debra L. Konieczny to its Board of Directors.
Debra is the Vice President for the Oklahoma City Region of Capital Advisors, Incorporated, an institutional investment advisor that specializes in the management of investment needs of corporate clients. She works in the Client Service and Portfolio Administration team of the OKC office. Debra has more than 25 years experience in the financial services industry and joined Capital Advisors in 2011. She and her husband - The Rt. Rev. Dr. Edward J. Konieczny, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma - are the parents of two adult sons and are three-time grandparents.
Brightmusic is pleased to add another distinguished business and community leader to its Board of Directors. More information about Brightmusic is available at www.brightmusic.org.
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The Four P's of Gift Planning
When considering a lasting gift for your church or diocese it is wise to start by listing your Four P's. These are the People, Properties, Plans, and Planners that affect the amount and method in which you will give. Gift planners play a significant role in helping a donor sort out the Four P's. The Office of Stewardship can help you begin thinking about your P's. For assistance, or for a free personal planner please contact us at cfabian@epiok.org or call 918-712-7002.
People in your life who care about
A. Names
B. Ages
C. Relationship
Properties you own
D. Fair market value
E. The cost basis
F. The income received
G. Mortgages, if any
H. Nature of title
I. Emotional connection with property
J. Social security benefits
1. Retirement benefits
2. Medicare
3. Survivor benefits
K. Employer and private pension plans
L. Life insurance policies
1. Guaranteed cash value, accumulated dividends, and excess interest credit to the policies
2. Paid-up death benefit
3. Death Benefit
M. Retirement plans
1. Vested interest
2. Death benefit
N. Assets of any description or value
1. Leases, mortgages, royalties, patents, and other intangible assets
2. Collections, jewelry, antiques, art, and other tangible assets
O. Catastrophic health insurance
Plans for yourself and others
P. Care for the donor
1. If incompetent
2. Guardian of the person and property
Q. Care for the spouse
1. For life (disability, emergency, retirement, death)
2. Living in style to which she/he is accustomed
R. Care for
1. Minor children
2. Parents
3. Adult children
4. Other relatives
5. Friends
6. Others
Planners are members of the estate planning team
S. The donor
T. Attorney
U. CPA
V. Trust company
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Retired Clergy and Spouses Events
The Retired Clergy and Spouses event is scheduled for April 16-17, 2012, and we're going wired! The program theme is "Protecting yourself on the Internet." Mr. Greg Harper who is an IT Specialist @ Jane Phillips Medical Center in Bartlesville will be the guest speaker. Greg has many years in this industry, and well versed in modern technology usage. A part of the presentation will include a "power point" presentation of the history of communication technology beginning with the Victrola to present-day "gadgets".
As booking procedures have changed at St. Crispin's, please contact Bob or Georgia NO LATER THAN March 16 so they can give information to camp with regards to meals and room needs.
All information regarding this event has been sent in a recent letter. However, if you have any questions, contact Bob or Georgia at (918)335-0929 or gatageorge@aol.com or frb426@aol.com.
The other dates below reflect the next Retired Clergy and Spouses retreats at St. Crispin's!
October 8-9, 2012
April 15-16, 2013
October 7-8, 2013 |
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Second Half of Life
Mind, Body, and Spirit for the 2nd Half of Life Registration on line! The Diocese and the Senior Ministries Committee are pleased to offer our first program for all ages! Go to: http://www.epiok.org/ministries/older-adults.html for registration form.
The event will be April 17, from 9 - 2, at St. Augustine of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 14700 North May Avenue, OK. Workshops offered: Graceful Transitions; A Healthy Start: Breakfast/Brunch for 1 or 2; Better Balance with Tai Chi; Your Right to Decide: Oklahoma's Advance Directive and Other Health Care Planning Tools; Be Still and Know; Using Medications Safely - A Key Ingredient to Your Health. Lunch will be catered by Nunu's Mediterranean Cafe and Market, and we will have two speakers during lunch discussing "How Not To Get Scammed."
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Closing Prayer
God of the seasons, thank you for the many signs of spring - gentle rains, warmer weather, first buds from trees and flower, and birds singing. May You guide us into a season of new life and promise as we welcome the joys of spring. In Your loving and precious name, Amen.
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Contact Information
Sabrina Evans
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