News from the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
November 18, 2010
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This issue of The Coastline is loaded with news from around the Diocese! Thanks for reading.
Peace.
Cindy McCrory, Editor
The Coastline
coastline@diocgc.org
Header image:
Sister Schubert (Barnes) and her staff member, Amanda (far right) stand with the Beckwith staff at last week's Baking for Beckwith event Photo by Cindy McCrory
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The Revised Standard Lectionary
Year C
RCL
The Lessons Appointed for Use on
The Last Sunday after Pentecost
November 21, 2010
THE COLLECT
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Readings
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Clergy and Staff news
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Please keep Pat Hicks (spouse of The Rev. John Hicks) in your prayers as she continues to recover from serious eye surgeries.
Please keep Mary Poss, Secretary to Bishop Duncan, in your prayers as she recovers from intensive sinus and ear surgery.
The Bishop's annual luncheon for retired clergy, spouses and widows will be Friday, December 10th at Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile. Reservation information is forthcoming.
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Baking for Beckwith with Sister Schubert
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 | | Beckwith Board Chairman, Hodge Alves and his daughter-in-law, Holly Alves, get a cookbook signed by Sister Schubert |
DAPHNE, Al - Baking for Beckwith event with Sister Schubert (Barnes) was a hit last Friday, November 12, 2010 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Daphne, Alabama. Almost 200 cookbooks were sold to luncheon attendees! Sister Schubert autographed each book that was purchased. 75% of the proceeds which totals close to $5800, will go to Beckwith Camp and Conference Center in Fairhope. Another event is scheduled for the Destin area in January and there is some talk of a book signing at the Diocesan convention in February. Many thanks to The Rev. Thack Dyson of St. Paul's for arranging the event and a big applause goes to the members of the cooking ministry of St. Paul's. Lunch was excellent!
 | | Members of St. Paul's cooking ministry stand with Sister Schubert in the New Life Center's state-of-the-art kitchen. |
Photos by Cindy McCrory
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Beckwith Camp and Conference Center
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Beckwith Board Names Interim Director of Operations
 FAIRHOPE, Alabama - The Rev. Massey Gentry has been named interim Director of Operations for Beckwith Camp and Conference Center, according to Board Chairman, Hodge Alves. The interim position is part time and Fr. Gentry will split his time between Beckwith and St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Bon Secour where he is currently part-time interim rector.
"We are pleased that Fr. Gentry is willing to oversee Beckwith operations for a period of time while we transition into a full, year round conference center in addition to the annual summer camp for youth," said Alves. "Fr. Gentry is a seasoned priest with many years of management experience."
Fr. Massey was born and grew up in the Birmingham, Alabama area. He attained a bachelor degree in Philosophy and Religion from Birmingham-Southern College in 1967. He attained a Master in Divinity at Chicago Theological Seminary in 1970. From 1970 - 1976, he performed various ministries at United Methodist Church in Alabama. He did further graduate study at The University of the South, Anglican Studies in 1978. Fr. Massey was ordained in the Episcopal Orders in 1978.
From 1978 - 1989 Fr. Massey was Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, Wetumpka, Alabama. He also became Rector of St. Francis of Assissi , Pelham, Alabama from 1986-1989. From 1989 - 1996 he was Canon to the Ordinary, Diocese of Alabama, where he was Executive to the Bishop relating to supervision of the Clergy. After that he became Rector of Christ Church, Las Vegas, Nevada from 1997-2006.
More recently he was Vice Rector of St. Martin's Episcopal Church in Houston, Texas, one of the largest Episcopal churches in the US, from 2006-2009. He retired from the Diocese of Texas in 2009 and moved to Fairhope with his wife Jan, where he has been providing consulting help to parishes as directed by Bishop Duncan. Fr. Massey and Jan have been married nearly 43 years. They have four children and three grandchildren.
2011 Summer Camp Director announced
 The Board also announced the Summer Camp Director for 2011. Anne Ernst, a parishioner of Epiphany, Crestview will oversee Winter Woods and this summer's camp sessions. Anne has served as recreation specialist, assisted camp director, and counselor at several camps in the United States, Japan, and Germany. She has already revamped the summer schedule and has added new programs to the sessions.
Former Beckwith camp directors include legacies of the diocese, Curt Kennington (2010) and John Talbert (2009), both of whom continue to work with youth in their professional lives and are sons of priests in our diocese.
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Holy Cross, Pensacola
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Holy Cross Welcomes Noah's Ark
Submitted by Betty Enfinger
Our young children's room, nursery, and outdoor play area was renovated recently. The nursery received a fresh coat of paint, new flooring, furniture, and the play area was mulched. Many parishioners "stepped" forward to work on this project.
A delightful addition is a colorful mural of Noah's Ark that covers 15' of one wall. As the youngsters use the room, they will be reminded of this wonderful bible story. The mural was painted by Holy Cross member, John LeGrand and his daughter Jeanne LeGrand.
 During the renovation, Fr. Jeff Jencks commented how wonderful it would be if a mural was painted on a wall. Mr. LeGrand volunteered and, thus, began a labor of love. Many years ago John worked at the American Museum of Natural History illustrating animals and nature subjects. He later moved on to Fortune Magazine and McGraw-Hill Publishing, where he was the art director for Little Golden Books designing children's books. John retired in 1993 from LeGrand Advertising, Inc. and moved to Florida. His daughter Jeanne worked on the project with her father and did most of the filling in of the colors.
Holy Cross is truly grateful for his beautiful depiction of Noah's Ark and all the talents used to make this place a special place for our children. They will enjoy it for years to come.
Last Blood Drive for 2010 is Sunday
Submitted by Art Harrison
One of the ministries of Holy Cross is to offer frequent blood drives for parishioners and the community. This Sunday, November 21st, will be the last blood drive for 2010. The drive is from 9 am until 12:30. Biscuits and gravy will be served to all.
Holy Cross is located at 7979 N. 9th Ave. in Pensacola.
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St. Andrews', Mobile
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Great Pie Sale!
Submitted by Phyllis Findley, Coastline Communicator
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SOUTHERN POUND CAKE...$12.00
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Place your order today by calling 479-0336 (see below for pick up dates & times) 
(please leave message if no answer and your call will be returned promptly)
Pickup Dates for orders...
Saturday, November 20..9am til 12:30pm;
Tuesday, November 23...9am til 2pm (later pickups by appt..must call for time) ,
Wednesday, November 24th 8:30am til 12 noon (these are only hours available for pickup on Wednesday.)
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
1854 Staples Road
Mobile, Al 36605
"A Community Blessed To Be A Blessing"
Download the flyer!
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Christ Church, Pensacola
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A MOCKINGBIRD MINI-CONFERENCE IN PENSACOLA, FL
God's Grace When We Need It Most:
The Gospel For Hard Times
T his November 19th and 20th, please join Christ Church Parish and Mockingbird Ministries, together with our special guests, the Rev. Dr. Paul F. M. Zahl, the Rev. John Zahl, the Rev. David Browder and Jeff Hual, as we take an in-depth look at how God's Grace can find us and transform us even in the midst of difficult and trying times. This subject has particular resonance in Pensacola right now, which has had an all-too-recent encounter with tragedy: the Gulf oil spill. Each talk will explore the theme of suffering from a different angle - you may view the conference schedule for more details. 
This mini-conference takes the same approach as the Mockingbird website: accessible to both believer and nonbeliever alike, culturally-engaged, theologically passionate, and, despite the heavy subject matter, fun. We also anticipate that it will be a time of extraordinary warmth, humor and fellowship - a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and meet some new ones.
As part of this year's event, Dr. Zahl is leading a special "pre-conference seminar" on preaching for clergy and para-church workers during the day on Friday. Even if preaching is not your vocation, this time with Dr. Zahl on Friday is sure to be nothing short of amazing. Everyone is warmly invited.
The cost to attend the main conference is $65 which includes dinner Friday and lunch Saturday; The cost to attend Dr. Zahl's preaching pre-conference during the day on Friday is $75 which includes lunch; The cost to attend both the main conference and the preaching pre-conference is $120 which includes lunch and dinner on Friday and lunch on Saturday. The deadline to register is November 15. Childcare is available.
We hope you will join us November 19 for an entire pre-conference on this subject from Paul Zahl; and that you'll stay with us for the main conference to hear talks from Paul Zahl, David Browder, John Zahl and Jeff Hual.
Follow This Link To Register.
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St. Paul's, Daphne
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"Come and Behold Him"
Submitted by Suzanne Burkett, Coastline Communicator
DAPHNE, Alabama - Saint Paul's Episcopal Church in Daphne, AL will host it second annual "COME AND BEHOLD HIM", a Nativity Open House on Saturday, December 11th from 9 am until 4 pm and Sunday, December 12th from 9 am until 4 pm in St. Paul's Life Center.
Click here to view photos from 2009
St. Paul's is inviting all Episcopalians in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast and other interested people to participate by displaying their personal nativity scenes. Unique, special crèches in all shapes and sizes with a story are welcome! These crèches will not be for sale but only on display for the enjoyment and appreciation of those who see them. Our goal is to have 100 crèches to display.
To help cover the cost of our event, there will be a Preview Gala on Friday evening, December 10th. The evening will include food, beverage and live jazz entertainment. Tickets are $20. Contact Darryl Bryant @ (251) 422-3108 or dbryant@fairwoodfinancial.com.
St Paul's has received the gift of an oil painted interpretation of Madonna and Child; Mother of Loving Mercy by Baba Hendricks. We will sell raffle tickets for this beautiful painting. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 tickets for $5.00.
Registration forms are available in the Narthex, church office or from Rebecca Dyson or Frieda Ward. Registration forms are also available at St Paul's website, www.stpaulseasternshore.org . Entries accepted by date received and reviewed by the committee for final approval.
Note: Please submit a photograph with the registration form.
Please return the completed registration form with photograph on or before Friday, November 26th to:
Stacy Johnston, 25737 Chamberlain Drive, Daphne, AL 36526
Phone: (251) 621-9565 or (251) 214-9450 Email: ssj1959@bellsouth.net
Download the registration form
Download the registration letter
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St. Monica's, Cantonment
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ONE GRAND NIGHTAn Advent Piano Concert Featuring Kadisha Onalbayeva with special guests Thomas Roane, Gabriel Sarazin and Thomas Koch Proceeds to benefit Saint Monica's Music Program 6:00 pm Saturday, December 18 Saint Monica's Episcopal Church 699 South Highway 95-A Cantonment, FL Tickets: $20 in advance Wine and hors d'oeuvres reception following Download the poster |
Grace Church, Panama City
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Congregation asks for your vote!
Submitted by Sam Richardson, Senior Warden
Grace Episcopal Church
Grace Church in Panama City has an outreach program called Supper at Grace, a feeding ministry in Panama CityBeach. The church is competing for a $5000 grant from the Pepsi Refresh Project to continue funding this outreach. The congregation seeks your vote! Please go to the website and vote for Supper at Grace. Voters can vote once a day. Thank you!
The website is http://www.refresheverything.com/supperatgrace |
Calling all church musicians
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TALLAHASSEE CHURCH MUSIC CONFERENCE - Musicians in the Diocese are reminded of the annual Tallahassee Church Music Conference at Florida State University scheduled for January 27- 29, 2011. Clergy are also welcome to this conference which helps promote mutual understanding in the practice and theology of church music. Co-sponsored by Florida State University College of Music and Department of Religion, and American Guild of Organists, the 2011 conference will also benefit from partnerships with the Leadership Program for Musicians, and the Church Music institute. For more information about the conference, including faculty bios, schedules, etc., visit the conference website: www.churchmusicconference.org.
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Diocesan Convention 2011: "Called to Follow Jesus Christ"
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Convention information available online
The 40th Annual Diocesan Convention will take place February 10-12, 2011 at St. James' Church and Beckwith Camp and Conference Center in Fairhope, Alabama. The first convention packet has been mailed to all clergy and senior wardens-in-charge of congregations. A 2011 Convention webpage has been created so you may access all forms and documents online. A schedule of deadlines is also listed for your convenience. Click here to access the convention page.
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Wilmer Hall News
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Submitted by Margaret Scarborough
Wilmer Hall
REMINDER....can't think of what to buy someone at Christmas?
Make a "Christmas Honor" donation to Wilmer Hall Children's Home and we will send them a Wilmer Hall Christmas Honor card! Please mail, fax or email us your "Christmas Honor Lists" as soon as possible! (We will have new cards this year)
Wilmer Hall Children's Home
3811 Old Shell Road
Mobile, Alabama 36608
Fax: 251-342-6954
Email:mscarborough@wilmerhall.org
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Combined Federal Campaign includes ERD and Wilmer Hall
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Submitted by Gary Moore
Member of the Standing Committee of the Diocese
As a member of Global Impact, Episcopal Relief & Development has joined the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). CFC is an annual workplace giving campaign for federal employees administered by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management. If you are a federal employee or retiree who would like to support Episcopal Relief & Development in 2010, please use our code, 80416, to make a CFC pledge by December 15. (In some cases the listed charity will be Global Impact, our umbrella organization, which then allocates a portion of the gift to Episcopal Relief & Development.) The code for Wilmer Hall is 98925. Commitment forms and directory of agencies have been distributed to all Federal employees. For more information on participating in the CFC, please contact your workplace giving coordinator or visit www.opm.gov/CFC/. |
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St. Paul's, Daphne
St. Paul's Thrift Shop's 7th Annual Holiday Shoppe slated for November 19th
Kick off your holiday shopping at St. Paul's Thrift Shop's 7th Annual Holiday Shoppe.
New and "gently used" treasures will be presented for sale...Collectibles, Religious items, Jewelry, Furniture, Ladies-Men-Children's Boutiques, Art Gallery, Seaside, Home and Holiday Décor, and many more surprises.
Baked goods and other delicious homemade items will also be available. Great time to purchase your Thanksgiving desserts and goodies!
An exciting preview Gala will be held on Friday, November 19th from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the Life Center at St. Paul's, Daphne. Tickets are $15.00 each and go on sale Sunday, October 10th in the courtyard between church services or you may contact the Thrift Shop at 626-6102 for more information. Gala ticket price includes light hors d'oeuvres, two beverages, complimentary glass and early bird shopping! Limited number of tickets available, so buy early!
Both events will take place in the Life Center at St. Paul's, Daphne.
Friday, November 19 6pm-8pm Gala (Tickets $15)
Saturday, November 20 9am-3pm Free Shopping/Parking
Sunday, November 21 9am-2pm Free Shopping/Parking
See you at the Holiday Shoppe!
St. Mary's, Milton
St. Mary's Fall Bazaar planned for November 19th-20th
8:00 A.M. -2:00 P.M. each day We will be featuring a large assortment of the following; · Baked Goods, scrumptious treats for the holiday table and low sugar desserts for those on special diets. · Jams, jellies and our famous Dilly Beans · Craft items, including homemade knit items, the Pensacola Knitters Guild will be on hand to give demonstrations on knitting with a machine. · Used items, gently used garage sale items. You may find just what you were looking for but sorry no clothing. · Plant sale including shrubs & small trees including some fruit trees. This is a great time to plant trees or bushes. · Entertainment for children · Tours of our lovely historical church, established in 1867 Enjoy a Chili lunch or treat yourself to a Chili Dog while you browse! St. Mary's is located at 6850 Oak Street in Milton, Florida 32570. Download the flyerChrist Church, PensacolaMockingbird Conference planned for November 19th-20thPlease scroll up for details on this event St. Andrew's, MobileGreat Pie Sale November 20th, 23rd, & 24thPlease scroll up for details
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WORSHIP
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Saturday Services in the Diocese
Holy Cross, Pensacola
Contemporary Worship every third Saturday
Music by CrossWalk
Next service is Saturday, November 20th @ 6:30 pm
7979 N. 9th Avenue
Refreshments following the service
St. Christopher's, Pensacola
Informal Holy Eucharist Rite II (said, no music)
5:30 pm in the Chapel
St. Paul's, Foley
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Alternative Worship
Each Saturday afternoon @ 5:15 pm
St. Paul's Chapel, Magnolia Springs
Holy Eucharist Rite II (said, no music)
5:00 pm
Taize' Prayer service returns to St. Paul's, Daphne
Taize' Prayer is continuing on the first and third Thursdays of the month. A group at St. Paul's, Daphne, will gather to pray for all of you and this world we live in. We meet in the narthex at 7 p.m. and, under candlelight, we "stop the world" for an hour and just quiet down as we share prayers, spoken and silent, gentle music from Taize and scripture. It's simple, calming and the world certainly needs all the prayers we can offer. Come and be calm with us!
Taize' Services in Advent at Christ Church, Pensacola
Sunday, November 28th 6 pm
Sunday, December 12th 6 pm
St. John's, Mobile
Join us each 3rd Sunday of the month at 5:00PM, from September through May, for a service of Choral Evensong. Its a perfect way to bring the day to a close.
Also at St. John's, Morning Prayer is said in the church at 8:30 am Monday through Friday.
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LEARN
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EFM MENTOR TRAINING
DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
Basic/Inservice Group - for new or prospective mentors, any experienced mentor who needs recertification or a refresher, or anyone wanting to know more about theological reflection
Formation Group - Myers-Briggs - must have attended two or more basic/inservice groups prior to sign up. This group will explore how different personality types relate to group life and spiritual growth.
LOCATION: CHRIST CHURCH PARISH
18 W. Wright St
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA 32501
DATES: January 27-29, 2011
Check-in 12:00-1:30 pm Thursday
Check-out 1:00pm after lunch Saturday
TRAINING HOURS (includes meals & breaks):Thursday l:30 - 8:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am -1:00 pm
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO ARRIVE DURING CHECK-IN AND TO REMAIN FOR THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF THE TRAINING.
The full 18 contact hours are required for certification.
COST - $165
There is a $50 nonrefundable deposit due at the time of registration. You may pay the entire amount of the training fee with your registration, or you may pay the balance at the time of check-in.
Please bring your Bible, pencil or pens, and paper. Bring your Common Lessons Book and your mentor's manual. If you don't have a mentor's manual, you can download it from www.sewanee.edu/EFM.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2010
Sandra G. Early, Diocesan EFM Coordinator
825 Bayshore Dr., Apt 707, Pensacola, Fl 32507
sandragearly@cox.net
Cell - 850.206.2544
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LISTEN
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Concert Series around our diocese...
Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile Musical Celebrations
St. James, Fairhope Concert Series
Christ Church Pensacola - 36th Season of Music
St. Monica's Advent Piano Concert
St. Luke's, Marianna, 7th Fine Arts Concert Series:
Next concert is Mar. 20th, 2011 and will feature the Troy State University Vocalists & Professional Pianist
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Commission on Youth Ministries
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Submitted by Vanessa Riuitta, Diocesan Youth Coordinator
WINTERLIGHT 2010! - Every year, Kanuga hosts Winterlight, a wonderful event for 9th - 12th grade students in the Episcopal Church. The 2010 dates are December 27, 2010 - Janaury 1, 2011. Winterlight is designed to bring youth closer to Christ through music, worship, games, fellowship, and Christian love. Our diocese has chartered a bus with the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana to take youth and adults to this fantastic event. The bus will begin in Covington, LA on the evening of December 26th; travel over to Mobile, AL; and end with a final pick-up in Pensacola, FL in the early hours on December 27th. Specific pick-up times will be available as the event nears. We have room for 10 - 12 youth and 3 - 5 adults. The cost of Winterlight is $440 and you can find more information on the individual event HERE. Scholarship money is available!
To reserve your spot on the bus before they run out and/or to inquire about scholarship availability, please contact Vanessa Riutta at cgcyouth@diocgc.org or call (850) 434-7337. We hope to see many of you there!
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Cursillo Music available on CD
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 ON SALE NOWGo to the Facebok Page "Blue Doors and Old Church Floors" A contemplative selection of renewal music $15 The Cursillo Movement of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast will receive 30% of the sale proceeds. 251.401.5427 curtiskennington@gmail.com |
Calendar CHRONOLOGICAL LISTING
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(All times are listed in Central Standard Time)
See all events on the online google calendar here
November 19-20
Mockingbird Conference
Christ Church Cathedral, Pensacola
More information here
November 19-20
Fall Bazaar
St. Mary's, Milton
8 am - 2pm
Download the flyer
November 19-21
Holiday Shoppe
St. Paul's, Daphne
Gala Preview Party on November 19th
More information here
November 28
Taize' Service in Advent
Christ Church, Pensacola
6 pm
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Bishop Duncan's Calendar...
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Province IV Bishops & Spouses Meeting
Nov 17-20
Miami, FL
Cathedral Church Meeting
Nov 20
Mobile, AL
Visitation
Nov 21
Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
Thanksgiving Holidays
Nov 25-26
Office Closed
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Diocese of Louisiana holding annual retreat for women in recovery
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The Addictions Recovery Ministry of the Diocese of Louisiana is holding its annual retreat for women in recovery at the Solomon Episcopal Conference Center from January 7-9, 2011. The theme for the weekend centers around the book "Finding My Way Home" by Henri Nouwen. The Rev. Phoebe Roaf will facilitate. The attached brochure contains more information about the retreat and registration. As usual, spiritual direction and the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available along with Martha Tennison's Dream Workshop, open meetings, and opportunities for quiet time and worship.
Please feel free to write or call with any questions.
Lance Armstrong Convener, Addictions Recovery Ministry Diocese of Louisiana 225-216-9083 home 225-315-9083 cell larmstro@lasers.state.la.us
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Episcopal Relief and Development
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Matching Gift Challenge to Raise $1 Million for Global Needs
 Through November 30, any donation made to Episcopal Relief & Development will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $500,000. This means a total of up to $1 million for relief and development programs in the places that need them most.
The Matching Gift Challenge is a chance for donors to give with the knowledge that their contribution will have double the impact. "If you give $50, you'll generate $100 in assistance to help people in need," said Judy Sawler, the organization's Manager of Direct Response Marketing, who is heading up the appeal. "Donate $500 and people all over the world will benefit from $1,000 in food, medicine, clean water, opportunities to start businesses and much more."
Any size gift to any of Episcopal Relief & Development's funds - online, by mail or by phone - will be matched in full until November 30, or as long as matching funds are available. The matched gift amount will be donated to the Global Needs fund, which sustains the organization's work toward alleviating hunger, promoting health, creating economic opportunities and overcoming disaster.
Full story here
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BISHOP'S BLEND GIFT BOXES.Bishops Blend Christmas Boxes: Great for Christmas, Great for Small Farmers! Bishops Blend Christmas Boxes: Great for Christmas, Great for Small Farmers!
Starting October 26, Episcopal Relief & Development and Pura Vida Coffee are offering Christmas boxes for under $30. The boxes feature fair trade, organic, shade-grown Bishops Blend coffees and teas.
Three packages are available: the coffee lover's package includes three bags of Bishops Blend coffee ($29.50), and the two other packages combine coffee ($27.50) or tea ($25.00) with Divine fair trade chocolates. All packages come with a personalized card, and a coupon for 15% off the recipient's next purchase of Bishops Blend products. Buy two to qualify for free shipping!
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Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Cindy McCrory
Editor, The Coastline
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
coastline@diocgc.org
Coastline Office Hours:
Monday - Tuesday, 8 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 8 am - Noon
(Will check email daily)
Deadline to send in photos and stories: Mondays by close of business for the same week's issue
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