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Submitted by The Rev. Bob Henderson, Rector
St. James, Eufaula
EUFAULA, AL - St. James, Eufaula, served a record number of plates during the annual Shrove Tuesday Spaghetti (that's right, no pancakes) Supper. 717 plates were served between 5:00 and 7:30, with 100 gallons of sauce, 125 pounds of pasta, salad and desert, eat-in and take-out. It is much anticipated yearly community event in Eufaula, except that our Baptist friends sometimes ask why we couldn't schedule it on another day, because they have already scheduled something on that day!
St. Monica's hosts Ultreya CANTONMENT, FL - St. Monica's in Cantonment, Florida hosted an Ultreya on Saturday, March 27th. The lay speaker for the evening was Connie Chamberlin, the officiant was The Rev. Milledge Baker. Cusillistas from as far away as Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores attended. See pix here!
St. Paul's, Foley has a successful Pig Out!
FOLEY, AL - The Rev. Steve Pankey reports that over $6,200 was raised this past Saturday at the "BBQ Pig Out" thanks to a lot of helping hands. See the photos here!
St. Andrew's, Panama City holds baby shower for expectant mothers of Pregnancy Resource Center
 Front row left to right: Patty Sandell, house mother at the center; Rev. Dr. Margaret Shepard; Connie Ashbrook, center volunteer and board member; Dick Seeberger; Back row - Art Wimpenny and Faye Hutt
PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA - As part of our "taking on in Lent," St. Andrew's, Panama City, recently hosted a baby shower to gather items for expectant mothers ages 10-17 at the Pregnancy Resource Center. The evening began with guests enjoying scrumptious finger foods and fruit punch. The refreshment table was decorated with a colorful upside down umbrella and a baby shower balloon. Guests brought diapers, blankets, towels, onesies, sleepers, outfits, tiny shoes, and many other baby items. The items will be placed in a store at the Pregnancy Resource Center.
The expectant mothers earn points for participating in parenting and informational classes at the center and use their points to purchase items for their babies. After the refreshment and get acquainted time, representatives from the center shared some of their ministry experiences and informed us of some immediate and ongoing ministry needs. St. Andrew's is grateful for the opportunity to provide support to the Pregnancy Resource Center.
Episcopal Church Women, Holy Cross Pensacola reorganizes group
Submitted by Betty Enfinger; written by Lorrie Wilkinson
 L to R: Lorrie Wilkinson, Pam Maret, Jane Briscione, Fay Scordato
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA - Our vision for all women of the Episcopal Church is that we become a vibrant blend of all ages, coming together as a peacemaking, healing part of the Church.
We aspire to be a "God spark" - shining and sharing the love of Christ.
We've begun: 32 members of which 11 reorganized the group, 17 prepared the way and were introduced to the Bible Study, 20 are ready to begin the evening Bible Study, and 6 are ready for the daytime Bible Study!! We've organized committees for Women's Night Out, Women's Retreat, Women's Sunday, Sponsoring a VBS Dinner, and ECW Cookbook. We've ratified Bylaws and elected officers: Lorrie Wilkinson, President; Pam Maret, Secretary, Jane Briscione, Treasurer, and Fay Scordato, Vice President. Julie Ruengert is ready to facilitate our Bible Study.
While many equate ECW with fellowship, social events, and domestic duties - that is the ECW of our mothers' generation. This generation is a group of women with varied skills and talents that extend far beyond the confines of the kitchen. While you will see many of us doing fellowship and social events, look for the majority of us assisting other valuable ministries within the church.
YOUTH EVENT! 4 Corners planned for May 21-22, 2011 The Commission on Youth Ministries is preparing for our next "4 Corners" event. Please mark your calendars for May 21-22, 2011 for an overnight of fun, fellowship, games, program, and more. The event will take place at Holy Nativity in Panama City, Florida. Please register by sending in the registration form and if you are a first time registrant for a diocesan youth program, also complete the mandatory participant forms. This even requires that all parish youth must be accompanied by a church sponsor. A sponsor must be a legal adult who has completed the national mandated training curriculum "Safeguarding God's Children" and have a current background check available to be verified. This event is for rising 9th-12th grade students. The Commission on Youth Ministries hopes to see many youth attend; we are really looking forward to seeing you! Download the flier! Download the registration form Letter to Clergy from Vanessa
Summer Camp at Beckwith... All registration for summer camp is now online!
Click here for info and to register! Hurry...sessions are filling quickly.
NOTE: If you sent in a paper application to Beckwith prior to March 15th, don't worry. Those applications are being put into the system and you will receive a confirmation soon. Thanks!
Journal Directory Forms, Audit Prodedures and Forms available onlinesubmitted by Carmen Kimmons & Jennifer Barnard, Diocesan Staff
Parish administrators, Senior Wardens, Clergy and whoever else oversees the directory updates may download the 2011 Journal Directory Form from our website. You will also now find the Audit Procedures and Forms online, as well.
Click here !
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Clergy News
From the Commission on Environment and the Integrity of Creation:
Earth Day is on Good Friday this year---but Earth Day Sunday can be celebrated on any given Sunday. Click the link below for the 2011 NCC Eco-Justice Programs' Earth Day Resource adapted for Episcopal congregations:
Earth Day Resources: "Where Two or More are Gathered"
If your congregation does host an Earth Day Sunday worship service, the NCC-Eco Justice Program would like to feature the story on their website. Please email Cassandra Carmichael at NCC Eco-Justice Program, cassandra@nccecojustice.org
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Lenten resources from The Episcopal Church
Resources, meditations and study guides to provide a means to experience a reflective Lenten season are available from the Episcopal Church at http://www.episcopalchurch.org/lent. Lent begins today. The 40-day season is a time of reflection, prayer, penance and meditation and concludes with the celebration of Easter on Sunday, April 24.
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Presiding Bishop, House of Bishops issue letters to the Episcopal Church, Israeli Ambassadors
The Episcopal Church
Office of Public Affairs
[April 4, 2011] Following the meeting of the Episcopal Church House of Bishops March 25 - 30, two letters were issued: a letter from Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori to the Church; and a letter from the House of Bishops to the Israeli ambassadors to the nations where the Episcopal Church has dioceses or presence. More here
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NetsforLife®: Achieving Progress and Impact World Malaria Day 2011 (April 12) Since 2008, NetsforLife® has delivered over 4.8 million mosquito nets across 17 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, resulting in less sickness, fewer deaths and stronger communities. NetsforLife® combats malaria by training community agents to deliver life-saving nets, educating community members about proper net use and maintenance, and providing ongoing monitoring and evaluation of net use.
As part of Episcopal Relief & Development's commemoration of World Malaria Day, we invite you to call in on April 12 for a discussion on NetsforLife®. Learn about NetsforLife®'s accomplishments, innovative methodology, and unique interfaith partnerships. You'll hear from Robert Radtke, President of Episcopal Relief & Development, Stephen Dzisi, NetsforLife® Technical Director, and Meg DeRonghe, NetsforLife® Acting Executive Director. This is a perfect opportunity to engage in the work of NetsforLife® and to join in the fight against malaria through the NetsforLife® Inspiration Fund.
Please Call in and Join us!
Click Here To Register
Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Time: 6:00 PM Eastern
Registrants will receive call in information via email. Thank you for signing up.
Space is limited so please register early.
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New event listings:
Bingo and Spaghetti at St. Paul's, Daphne April 8, 2011 Submitted by Barbara Rousso St. Paul's, Daphne is having its monthly Bingo and Spaghetti night on Friday, April 8, 2011. Dinner is served at 6 pm, Bingo begins at 6:30! Cost for the spaghetti dinner is only $5 and it includes salad, bread and dessert! Where can you eat for $5 these days? One more Bingo night is planned for May 27th, and after a summer break, will resume in August. Wildlife Sanctuary of NW Florida visiting St. Monica's Sunday, April 10, 2011 Wildlife Sanctuary of Northwest Florida http://www.pensacolawildlife.com/ will be bringing some of their rescued birds to St. Monica's, Cantonment this Sunday, April 10 from 9 to 10 am. Everyone is invited to come out and meet the staff and learn more about this worthwhile cause. Healing Service for Animals April 10, 2011Church of the Redeemer, Mobile Submitted by Nancy Buchanon Church of the Redeemer's St. Francis Guild is offering a healing service on Sunday, April 10th, which will include special prayers and blessings for animals who are ill or need help of some kind. All animals are welcome or, if unable to attend, may be represented by a personal item such as a collar, toy or photo. The service will be held in the St. Francis Garden at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer (corner of Cody & Hitt Rd. in Mobile, Alabama) Please respect others and leash or crate your pet. For more information, call 251-639-1948
Flippin' for Wilmer Hall planned for April 16 at Wilmer Hallsubmitted by Margaret Scarborough  Colby and Giles Scarborough enjoy having photos taken with the Easter Bunny at the annual pancake breakfast The Kiwanis Club's Fourth Annual "Flippin' for Wilmer Hall" Pancake Breakfast will be held Saturday, April 16th from 7 am until 11 am. Come enjoy pancakes, sausage, and drinks for just $5 a plate! Bring your camera because the Easter Bunny will be there! You will also have the opportunity to buy items from a bake sale, and play on the jump ups plus get your face painted!
Fourth Musical Sunday at St. Matthew's, April 17th
Submitted by Mary Rodning
St. Matthew's, Mobile, will be having its fourth musical Sunday on April 17th at 5:30 to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The Jazz Ensemble from Davidson High School, directed by Jeromy Swann will perform. Following the concert will be a soup and salad supper. The Anniversary Celebration will be on Saturday, May 14th. Lunch will be served at noon, Holy Eucharist at 2:00 pm, with the Rt. Rev. Philip Duncan. All are invited to join us for both events! Ecumenical Choir of Walton County Performing "Come, Touch the Robe" April 17th & 18th Annually, the Christmas presentations by Ecumenical Choir of Walton County hosted by Christ the King Episcopal Church ins Santa Rosa, Florida, have been the highlight of the holiday season. This lenten season, the choir is rehearsing to present an offering on Palm Sunday, April 17 and Holy Monday, April 18. Over 35 talented and devoted singers and instrumentalists from various local church congregations will come together to tell the story of the Lord's passion. Click here for more details!
A Silent Retreat - "Living Life Abundantly" April 28 - 30, 2011A silent retreat will be offered Thursday, April 28, through Saturday, April 30, at the Visitation Monastery in Mobile, Alabama. "Come away to a quiet Place" during this holy season of Easter to rest and be renewed in the presence of the Risen Christ. The meditations will be based on the words of Jesus in the tenth chapter of the Gospel of John. "Jesus said, 'I came that you may have life, and have it abundantly' (John 10:10)." Beth Wilson is the retreat leader and The Reverend Marshall Craver is the retreat coordinator and worship leader. Space is limited - registration deadline is April 26, 2011. Download the brochure/registration Farmer's Market at St. Monica's begins in May
The people of St. Monica's are excited to announce that we will begin hosting a Farmer's Market on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of month beginning May 7, 2011. We are currently seeking farmers, backyard growers, and other producers to participate. We also hope to attract crafters of homemade items such as soap, honey, yard ornaments and the like.
This idea was born out of conversations which occurred among our delegates following this years convention. We have the property and location to provide such a service to our community. The only "fee" vendors will be charged is a donation to Manna Food Pantry.
Or feel free to call the church office at 850-937-0001.
EVENTS previously published.. (Please scroll to next block for music listings....) Church of the Redeemer, Mobile Redeemer is hosting Friday Fish Fries throughout Lent! Fried fish plates are only $7.00 and include fish, grits, coleslaw and hush puppies. The meals are every Friday from 5:30-7:00 p.m. (though April 15th) in the parish house at 7125 Hitt Road in Mobile. Download the flyer!
APRIL 10 ECW'S Annual Spring Day Away will be held Saturday, April 9th, 2011 at St. Francis of Assisi in Gulf Breeze. The Rev. Christie Olsen will be the speaker. The agenda has been set for the ECW (Episcopal Church Women) annual Spring Day Away scheduled fro Saturday, April 9th, 2011 at St. Francis, Gulf Breeze. The Rev. Christie Olsen will be the speaker. Download the registration form here! A $10 registration fee is due by March 20, 2011. Please make checks payable to: ECW of St. Francis of Assisi. Mail checks to: Mrs. Mary Newbill, Treasurer
972 Grand Canal St.
Gulf Breeze, Florida 32563 Spring Day Away Agenda 9:00 a.m. Registration and Coffee 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. First Session 10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Break 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Quiet Time and Walk in the Gardens (May include Labrynth)
12:00 p.m. Lunch 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Second Session 2:00 p.m. Holy Communion APRIL 16 St. Francis 9th Annual Arts & Crafts ShowThe ECW of St. Francis Episcopal Church on Dauphin Island, Alabama is sponsoring its 9th Annual Arts & Crafts Show to benefit Wilmer Hall Children's Home The event will feature arts and crafts of more than 50 vendors and wonderful food of Wimberly Hory who will cater the event. The Arts and Crafts show will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church, 401 Key Street, Dauphin Island, AL 36528. For more information, please contact Pamela Felice, Event Chair at 251-861-3303 or pamelabfelice@gmail.com. APRIL 16 Wilmer Hall, Mobile 4th Annual Flippin' for Wilmer Hall Pancake Breakfast. Details in this issue (see above)
APRIL 17 St. Matthew's, Mobile- St. Matthew's continues it 50th Anniversary Celebration with more musical events. On Sunday, April 17th at 4 pm, the Jazz Ensemble coordinated by Jeremy Swann from Davidson High School will give a concert. Refreshments will follow.
APRIL 21 St. Paul's, Foley The men of St. Paul's, Foley have a monthly dinner every third Thursday from 6:30 - 8 pm. Join us! APRIL 30 St. Paul's Thrift Shoppe, Daphne St. Paul's Thrift Shoppe will honor its volunteers at the Annual Volunteer's Luncheon on April 30, 2011 in the Christian Life Center at noon. Representatives from the various charities in the area will be recognized as they are given the Thrift Shoppe's contributions.
MAY 6 - 7 19th Annual Apalachicola Home & Garden Tour will feature Trinity RectoryAPALACHICOLA, FL - Plans are underway for the 19th annual "Historic Apalachicola Home & Garden Tour" sponsored by Trinity Episcopal Church on Friday and Saturday, May 6 and May 7, 2011. This year's theme, "Coastal Cottages", will feature Trinity's Rectory located at 79 Sixth St., and will spotlight some of Apalachicola's unique homes and gardens. Co-chairpersons, Gloria Austin and Marci Daniels, announced that the tour is expected to attract hundreds of visitors to Apalachicola. Click here for full details!
MAY 20-21 St. Mary's, Milton Spring Bazaar
May 20-21, 2011
Download the vendor rate sheet here
May 27 St. Paul's Bingo and Spaghetti Supper
Dinner is served at 6 pm, Bingo begins at 6:30! Cost for the spaghetti dinner is only $5 and it includes salad, bread and dessert!
MAY 27-29 The Episcopal Community gathering JUNE 11 Friends, Artisans and Fish Fry 2011 St. Augustine's, Navarre This is a call for crafters, vendors and musicians who want to be part of the June 11, 2011 event St. Augustine's, Friends, Artisans and Fish Fry!This community happening will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be a fund raiser and awareness raiser in one. Read more and download vendor registration here
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St. Luke's Episcopal School will kick-off its 50th Anniversary year on Sunday, August 21,2011. Bishop Duncan will celebrate and preach and a party will follow in the Parish Hall. People who have contributed to the school since its inception will be recognized and honored at the Sunday morning service. Everyone is invited!
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MUSIC
St. John's, Mobile Evensong every 2nd Sunday thought May 5 pm Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile Musical Celebrations Lenten Music at Noon Wednesday, April 13 Requiem by Malcolm Archer Christ Church Cathedral Choir Christ Church Pensacola - 36th Season of Music March 27th Evensong RESCHEDULED for Palm Sunday, April 17th, at 5 pm.
Fourth Musical Sunday at St. Matthew's, April 17th
The Jazz Ensemble from Davidson High School, directed by Jeromy Swann will perform Sunday, April 17th at 5:30 as a continuing musical program celebrating the parish's 50th Anniversary. Following the concert will be a soup and salad supper. The Anniversary Celebration will be on Saturday, May 14th. Lunch will be served at noon, Holy Eucharist at 2:00 pm, with the Rt. Rev. Philip Duncan. All are invited to join us for both events! Ecumenical Choir of Walton County Performing "Come, Touch the Robe" April 17th & 18th This lenten season, the choir is rehearsing to present an offering on Palm Sunday, April 17 and Holy Monday, April 18. Over 35 talented and devoted singers and instrumentalists from various local church congregations will come together to tell the story of the Lord's passion. Click here for more details!
St. Luke's, Marianna, 7th Fine Arts Concert Series Sunday, May 1st, 4:00 P.M. CDST Classical pianist James Matthews will give a one hour program on the theme: "From Vienna with Love." Selections will include music of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. Mr. Matthews graduates from Chipola College in May and will take his piano artistry elsewhere. The Fine Arts Series Concert is an outreach project of St. Luke's, Marianna. A reception will follow the concert. Donations are accepted for the series. |
STUDY St. James', Eufaula St. James', Eufaula is commemorating the 400th Anniversary of the publication of the King James' Version of the Bible by using the King James translation for all liturgical readings during Lent. Plans are also underway for St. James' along with the First Baptist and First United Methodist Churches in Eufaula to sponsor a King James' Bible 400th Anniversary discussion/workshop/educational event and celebration later in the year. Weekly Webinar Series on Domestic Violence continues weekly through June 15, 2011 "Growing Safe and Healthy Congregations and Families in the Church" is a webinar series designed to increase the capacity to effectively respond to and prevent domestic and sexual violence and abuse in the life of our churches and communities. Each webinar will address a different topic from a theological perspective as well as provide best practices and resources. Interaction with the presenters will be possible. This series will educate, equip and inspire both clergy and laity to join the movement to end sexual and domestic violence and abuse. Offered by Justice and Witness Ministries of the United Church of Christ and the Faith- Trust Institute. Although some seminars have already aired, there is still time to participate. Ecumenical participation is welcome. May 10: Sharpening Your Premarital Counseling Tools: Addressing domestic violence in premarital counseling May 17: Taking it to The Next Level: Healthy Teen Relationships June 8: Abuse and Forgiveness: The Possibilities of Healing June 15: The Prophetic Voice: How Do We Preach? Registration is required for each webinar. There is no cost to register and participate. Register here All the webinars will take place at 3:00 pm Eastern Tim), 2:00 pm Central Time. Stephen Ministry Leadership Training Several workshops are scheduled in 2011 for Stephen Ministry Leadership Training. A page has been added to our website. Click here for the information! Province IV Marks of Leadership presents The Small Church Conference May 12-14,2011 "What does it mean to be a 'small church' in the world today?" This Marks of Leadership Conference is two day leadership conference addresses the concern of many small church leaders to "create a leadership culture" within each congregation by equipping clergy and laity with skills proven to be key to the guidance and development of many ministries. The conference is being held at the Dubose Center, Monteagle, Tennessee, near Sewanee. Dates: May 12-14, 2011 Please register by March 31, 2011 Download the brochure and registration form Sewanee Church Music Conference The 61st Sewanee Church Music Conference will be held July 11-17, 2011 at The University of the South and the DuBose Conference Center in Monteagle, Tennessee. The Sewanee Conference is the oldest and largest Episcopal music conference in the country and can accept only 150 registrants. Two full scholarships are available to first-time attendees. Keith Shafer, Director of Music and Organist of Saint Paul's Church, Augusta, Georgia is the Director. Click here for more information and registration
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COMMISSIONS
Commission on Cursillo CURSILLO 2011 WEEKENDS May 19 - 22 (Lay Rector is Gary Moore - St. James, Fairhope) November 3rd - 6th (Lay Rector is Clay Rankin - St. Paul's, Daphne) |
OPPORTUNITIES St. Christopher's Episcopal Church PENSACOLA, Florida - St. Christopher's in Pensacola is addressing its long-standing water run-off issues plus the need for safer, wider walkways by building "Memorial Walkways" around the church buildings. The parish is offering parishioners and members of the community and the diocese the opportunity to purchase a brick in honor of those who have walked before us. Click here to be a part of it! St. Christopher's also gave over $25,000 to charities recently from the proceeds of their highly successful, annual Christmas Caravan. Read about it here |
WRITTEN OFFERINGSOur website has pages available for those of you who wish to share a reflection, a poem, an article, an essay. This week we are featuring a wonderful poem by a St. James, Fairhope, parishioner, Holly Colclough. These page are for both clergy and laypersons to share. Please email your written offering to coastline@diocgc.org Click here for the poem. Links to other offerings may be found in the lower end of the right sidebar of the website homepage. |
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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
Deadline to send in photos and stories: Mondays by close of business for the same week's issue
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