News from the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
November 24, 2010
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NOTE! Deadline has moved to Mondays by close of business for same week's issue.
Email photos and stories to:
Cindy McCrory, Editor
coastline@diocgc.org
Please inform the Coastline Editor of broken links and corrections, if necessary. THNX
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Hello!
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Today I kept changing images in the header space above while compiling this issue of the Coastline. I loaded, and then unloaded several traditional Thanksgiving photos...any one of them would have been very appropriate for this week but I never really settled on one.
Shortly after lunch, I received the photo above from Bishop Duncan's office and immediately knew this one trumped all of the traditional Thanksgiving photos I had tested throughout the day. These stoic faces remind us that we have sisters and brothers who will not be home tomorrow at their Thanksgiving tables, nor will they be home at Christmas. Some will never come home. Please remember them all in your Prayers of Thanksgiving.
Click here to read the letter that accompanied this photograph. A preface from Bishop Duncan is included.
This Coastline issue has more than the normal number of photographs and links to slide shows of events and stories from around our Diocese!
Be sure to stop at the "Come and Behold Him" news article below and click the link to photos of several Nativity Scenes from last year's event. Over 100 Nativity Scenes were on display last year and the goal is to have at least the same number this year. YOU are invited to enter your Nativity Scene!
NOTE: Paperwork is involved. So be sure to check it out.
Thank you to the numerous Coastline Communicators who tirelessly send news and photos to fill the Coastline every week. I am constructing a list to publish on the diocesan website so everyone can see who contributes to this e-publication.
Does your church have a Coastline Communicator? If not, would you like to be the one to send news reports and photos for this e-newsletter? If so, please talk to your priest or Sr. Warden, and then email me for what is expected. It is fun to show off what your parish is doing.... You do NOT have to be a great photographer or writer. My job as editor is to enhance your photos and your articles, if needed. Think about being a Coastline Communicator. Just be sure to talk with your priest or Sr. Warden so efforts will be coordinated and not duplicated.
Thanks for reading.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Peace.
Cindy McCrory, Editor
The Coastline
coastline@diocgc.org
Header image:
AFGHANISTAN - American troops being transported by air
Photo courtesy of Chaplain Rick Tiff
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Corrections from last week's Coastline:
Holy Cross, Pensacola - The last blood drive for 2010 will be December 12th from 9 am - 12:30 pm. Sorry for any confusion. Thanks, Art Harrison Blood Drive Coordinator, Holy Cross
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The Revised Standard Lectionary
Year A
RCL
The Lessons Appointed for Use on
The First Sunday of Advent
November 28, 2010
THE COLLECT
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Readings
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RCL Weekly Online Bible Study
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Clergy and Staff news
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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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The Lessons appointed for use on Thanksgiving Day Year C RCL
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The Collect
Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those who harvest them. Make us, we pray, faithful stewards of your great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Readings for Thanksgiving Day The Thanksgiving Altar at Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile Photo by Cindy McCrory
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Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
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ART SOUP event raises funds for 15 Place
15 Place is an outreach ministry for many Mobile Episcopal Churches
 MOBILE, Al - Christ Church Cathedral was host to the annual "Art Soup" fundraiser for 15 Place, a homeless shelter in Mobile, Alabama this past Friday, November 12, 2010. In addition to bidding on silent auction items, patrons enjoyed homemade soup in bowls handcrafted by 15 Place residents. The popular Mardi Gras band, "Bay Runners" played party favorites throughout the night.
Photos by Cindy McCrory
Click here for a slideshow of the evening!
The Mobile Press-Register is featuring an Art Soup photo gallery in its online Bay Weekend magazine. Click here to see it!
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Holy Cross, Pensacola
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Club 55 Tours The Leaning Post Ranch
Story and photos by Betty Enfinger, Coastline Communicator
 MOLINO, FL - Members of Club55 of Holy Cross toured Leaning Post Ranch on November 16. The Leaning Post Ranch in Molino provides equine assisted activities and therapeutic riding to individuals with disabilities and at-risk youth in Northwest Florida. Attendees learned more about therapeutic riding, were given the opportunity to feed and walk the horses, and watched their own member, an accomplished farrier, demonstrate his craft. Full story and slideshow here!
In photo: Holy Cross Club55 member, Art Harrisson, shows his skills as a farrier.
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St. Christopher's, Pensacola
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Submitted by Norman Vickers, Coastline Communicator
You are invited to the
54th Annual Christmas Caravan
Friday and Saturday, December 3 & 4, 2010
St. Christopher's Episcopal Church
3200 N. 12th Avenue, Pensacola
Friday, December 3: Tour of homes, bake sale and luncheon
Saturday, December 4: Candlelight dinner
"Sharing the Season" is the theme of the 54th annual Christmas Caravan planned by St. Christopher's Episcopal Churchwomen to be presented Friday and Saturday December 3-4. This is the major fundraiser for the church and community. Last year over $21,000 was raised and donated to area charities.
On Friday, December 3, there will be a bake sale at the church, a tour of two homes decorated for the Christmas season and a luncheon in the parish hall. Tickets for the luncheon are $ 10. Bake sale and tour of homes hours are 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Luncheon hours are 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Select arts and crafts vendors will also have their wares for sale in the parish hall from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Co-chairs for this year's Christmas Caravan are Louise Kohr and Sandee Houston. For further information contact Ms. Kohr at 850-433-7290 or Ms. Houston at 850-471-2513. Tickets may be obtained from St. Christopher's Church, 850-433-0074 or from the committee co-chairs. St. Christopher's website is www.scpen.org.
Click here for details and photos from 2009
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Church of the Redeemer, Mobile
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Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
Its a Tudor Christmas!
Join Church of the Redeemer for an
Evening of Food, Wine, and Fun in the style of a Madrigal Feaste.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Episcopal Church of the Redeemer
Enter the banquet hall of a medieval castle, dine with the Lord and Lady, be entertained by actors as you become part of the drama.
Featuring the music of
MITHRIL
 
Click here for info and registration
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St. Cyprian's, Pensacola
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St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church Annual Tea
All are invited to St. Cyprian's Annual Tea December 4th from 2 - 4 pm. Silent Auctions items will be available for you to bid on plus several door prizes will be awarded! For tickets please call call 850-438-1958 or 850-293-5641. Tickets are$10. See you there!
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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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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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Update - Wilmer Hall Children's Home
Thanks to everyone, Wilma's Rummage Sale was a huge success! What a great turnout and money was raised to support the children!
Thanksgiving - The children will be celebrating dinner provided by the Jr. League of Mobile on Nov. 18th and will also have a "Thanksgiving" feast served in their cottages on Thanksgiving Day. We are so grateful and blessed for the mission of Wilmer Hall.
Christmas Wish List - Each child has filled out their Christmas Wish List and can hardly wait for the Holidays. If you would like to make a donation and/or purchase a gift for one of our children please call 251-342-4931.( We have already heard from Santa! )
We will be mailing out new Christmas cards for your Christmas Honors, so don't delay, let us hear from you today!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays,
From the Board, Staff and especially the children!
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/. |
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, December 18th @ 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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Music around our diocese...
A "Music for Advent" webpage is available and will continually be updated as information is received. Click here for the listing
Christ Church Cathedral Advent Music Series
Wednesdays, December 1, 8, 15 11:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II in the Chapel 12:00 p.m. music in the Church with lunch following in the Chapter House
Wednesday, December 1 Jenny Covington, oboist; Danielle Darrington, flautist; Peggy L. Lyden, pianist Wednesday, December 8 Mithril Duo: Andra Bohnet, Tom Morley Wednesday, December 15 Bob Holm. Pianist; Enen Yu, violinist
Christ Church, Pensacola
Taizé Service in Advent · Sunday, December 12th, 2010 6 pm
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols · Sunday, December 19th, 5 pm
St. James', Eufaula
The Choirs of St. James' Episcopal Church, The First United Methodist Church,
and the First Presbyterian Church of Eufaula will present
"A Service of Advent Lessons and Carols" on
Tuesday, December 14 at 6:00 p.m. at St. James' Episcopal Church.
More details here
St. Monica's, Cantonment
Advent Piano Concert
Saturday, December 18 6 pm
Featuring Kadisha Onalbayeva
with special guests Thomas Roane, Gabriel Sarazin and Thomas Koch
Tickets: $20 in advance
Wine and hors d'oeuvres reception following
More here
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 March 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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Commission on Cursillo
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ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVING SUGGESTIONS from the Cursillo Commission
A novelty necktie for Uncle Joe? A fruitcake for Cousin Sue? A chirping-bird wall clock for Granny? Not so great an idea?
Well, for only $35 you can honor or remember a special person by sponsoring a new Alleluia III songbook for Cursillo weekends at Beckwith. A label is affixed inside the songbook acknowledging your alternative gift ..and during this Advent a card will also be sent to your honoree letting them know of your generous gift!
The Cursillo Commission needs sponsors for around 200 remaining Alleluia III songbooks. Approximately 100 have already been sponsored! Please call or email your requests to Gary Moore (@ 251.928.3311 or h20_lawyer@bellsouth.net and let him know how many, for whom, and to what address the acknowledgment card should be sent.
Please send your checks for $35 for each songbook to:
Duvall Cursillo Fund
c/o Gary Moore
409 South Mobile St.
Fairhope, AL 36532
Make your check payable to the "Duvall Cursillo Fund".
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 ON SALE NOWGo to the Facebook 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 |
Commission on Environment and the Integrity of Creation
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Green Tips for Fall
Submitted by Lella Lowe, Coastline Communicator
1. Check the air pressure in your tires. Cooler temperatures lower tire pressure and that, in turn, lowers fuel efficiency. So check your tires and make sure that they are properly inflated.
2. Clean and test the furnace. Did you know that your furnace needs cleaning? Yep ... it collects all kinds of dust and debris which not only affects it's performance but could cause a fire. Before you really need the heat, get out your owner's manual for instructions on how to clean it.
3. Move furniture or any obstructions from vents, baseboard heaters, registers on the floor or radiators so that air moves freely. This is also a good time to vacuum these areas to remove any dust or debris. And here's a tip if you have a radiator ... place a reflecting panel behind it ... you can purchase one at a home center or make one yourself with a plywood panel and aluminum foil.
4. Remove window air conditioners for the winter. If they can't be removed, seal them with caulking or tape and cover them with an airtight, insulated jacket.
5. Vacuum the refrigerator coils to keep the compressor running efficiently. It's also a good time to check that the refrigerator is level ... the door should automatically swing shut instead of staying open. Check the seal on the door ... try closing it on a dollar bill. If you can pull the bill out easily, it's time to replace the gaskets. Here's another tip for running the refrigerator efficiently ... don't over fill it. Allowing room for cool air to circulate will keep everything at the right temperature.
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Calendar CHRONOLOGICAL LISTING
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(All times are listed in Central Standard Time)
See all events on the online google calendar here
December events will be listed in the next issue of The Coastline
November 28
Taize' Service in Advent
Christ Church, Pensacola
6 pm
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Bishop Duncan's Calendar...
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Bishop Duncan's December calendar will be listed in the next issue of the Coastline.
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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