CONVENTION NEWS
Website for the 2012 Diocesan Convention now live
by Cindy McCrory, Coastline Editor and E-communications Director for the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
Clergy, delegates, vendors and guests may now access the 2012 Convention website for information, forms, deadline schedule and registration at http://convention2012.diocgc.
The diocesan staff is excited to offer the online registration as an alternative to "snail mail" hard copy registration forms. Registrants are given the opportunity to pay online, or simply register online and send in a check. This latter option will aid parishes that cover registration costs for the parish delegates. Of course, the standard downloadable form is available to complete and mail to the diocesan office.
Additional information, photos, announcements, or changes will be added as needed.
The 41st Diocesan Convention will be held February 2-4, 2012 at Christ Church Cathedral in Mobile, Alabama.
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COMMISSION, COORDINATOR NEWS
Annual Small Church Conference slated for Saturday, November 19, 2011
Information and registration website available
Submitted by Lynn Ferren, Chair Commission on Diocesan MissionsThe Commission on Diocesan Missions is pleased to present the annual Small Church Conference on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Church of the Epiphany in Crestview, Florida. The theme of this year's conference is The Small Church: A Place of Safety, Service, and Caring. Two of our diocesan clergy will be the presenters. Find out more here and register online! Commission on World Mission Medical Mission Trip 2012 From Team Leader, Keith Greene The Commission on World Mission has designated the following dates for the next Diocesan Medical Mission to the Dominican Republic: Departure: Saturday, March 3, 2012 Return: Sunday, March 11, 2012 Our medical mission will be returning to our assigned area in the D.R. of Iglesia San Marcos in Haina, District of Paravia, some 20 miles west of the capitol city of Santo Domingo. Details and registration Construction Mission Trip 2012 From Team Leader, Geary Gaston The Construction Mission Team will be going to the Dominican Republic March 10-18, 2012. Plans are to continue, and hopefully finish, the project of building pews for the Church of San Andres in Santo Domingo. This team is limited to 20 members and slots fill quickly.
The application can be found on the Diocesan website here. If you have any questions, please call the team leader, Geary Gaston (251) 649-7327. Commission on Cursillo CURSILLO 2011 - Cursillo #146 is about to begin! The members of the Cursillo staff begin reporting to Beckwith Wednesday, November 2. Pilgrims begin arriving Thursday, November 3rd. Closing is Sunday, November 6th at 4 pm. A tailgate will follow! The 2012 Cursillos are: #147 February 9th - 12th; #148 September 13th - 16th (changed from April 26th - 29th); and #149 November 1st - 4th. An ULTREYA! is planned for November 19th at St. Paul's, Mobile. Please see details in the Calendar Events section below. Calling all Spiritual Directors The coordinators of Retreats and Spiritual Direction are developing a directory of local spiritual directors to be posted on the Diocesan website as a resource for those desiring to
pursue a spiritual direction relationship. All spiritual directors and those who know of spiritual directors active in
this diocese, please contact Pat Horn at grania@mediacombb.net or (850) 653-1533 with name(s) and contact information. The coordinators will follow-up with each one for additional information as needed.
Matching Gift Challenge Doubles Impact of All Donations Until November 30
Submitted by Eugene Johnston, Coordinator for ERD October 24, 2011 From October 20 through November 30, donors have the opportunity to make their dollars go even further toward healing a hurting world. During the Matching Gift Challenge, 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 to support programs that alleviate hunger, promote health, create economic opportunities and overcome disaster. 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 supports the organization's work worldwide. Details here ______________________________
AGENCY NEWS "Before Now - A Short History of Beckwith" now available Submitted by Bishop Philip M. Duncan, II  The Rev. Albert Kennington has given us a glimpse into the past through the eyes of those who lived, worked, played and prayed as they embraced their time at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center. As in the past, this special place on Weeks Bay continues to serve our Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast faithfully and meaningfully. Those who have gone before us have left us a legacy to pass on to those who are now using this "gem" as well as those who are yet to find their place within the unfinished story and history which is yet to be. My thanks to Fr. Kennington for making this remembrance both an interesting and an enjoyable read. You may order your copy by sending a $12.00 check to Beckwith-10400 Beckwith Lane, Fairhope, AL 36532 with your shipping address included or,call 251-928-7844 to order by phone with your credit card. BECKWITH'S WISH LIST - From time to time, Beckwith produces a "wish list" (other than financial needs!) that they would love to receive. The current list includes bicycles, safe ladders, and trampoline (preferably with safety net). If anyone has any of these laying around with no need, please contact Massey Gentry at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center (251) 928-7844. _________________________
PARISH NEWS
St. Monica's Prayer Shawl Ministry has a busy group of servants
By Casey Meyer, Coastline Communicator
St. Monica's, Cantonment
CANTONMENT, FL - The Prayer Shawl ministry of St. Monica's, Cantonment, is very pleased to announce we now provide baby blankets and hats to the West Florida Hospital Obstetrics floor. We are working with nurse manager, Ms. Jeannie Connolly, CNM, ARNP, MSN, and her staff who have been so gracious to us. We delivered 18 bags on Monday, September 21, 2011. Each bag contains a blanket, hat, cross and a card to congratulate the new parents. We also gave Ms. Connolly our Angel Blanket and hat for the little ones that were called to be with the Lord. Full story and photo here St. Andrew's, Panama City, hosts programs on domestic violence awareness
Domestic Violence: Awareness - The First Step
St. Andrew's, Panama City, is trying to raise awareness about domestic violence. On Wed., Oct. 12, The Rev. Martha Kreamer, Vicar of Church of the Advent, Lillian, AL, was guest speaker at a WOW (Worship on Wednesday) program.
A second program to raise awareness of domestic violence was held Oct. 26 and featured Jennifer Bates from the Salvation Army Domestic Violence and Rape Program. Author Jeanne Byrns followed with her story of abuse, and shared her new book which documents events in her life. Full story here
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CLERGY AND DIOCESAN OFFICE NEWS
CLERGY NEWS
The Rev. Martha Hutchison Kreamer attends CREDOby Cindy McCrory, Coastline Editor
October 4, 2011
CANTON, MISS -The Rev. Martha Hutchison Kreamer accepted an invitation to attend a CREDO conference from September 26 - October 3, 2011 at the Gray Conference Center located in Canton, Mississippi.
The eight-day conference provided participants with the means to find direction and clarity in four component areas: spiritual, health, vocational, and financial. CREDO provides a foundation for participants to embrace wellness and to discern prayerfully the direction of their vocation.
Full story here
The Rev. Dick Cobbs
We are saddened to learn of the death of The Rev. Dick Cobbs, son of this Diocese and longtime priest in this diocese on October 8 in Greensboro, Alabama. Please keep Sue and her family in your thoughts and prayers. - May the souls of all the departed rest in Peace.
LUTHERAN, ANGLICAN, ROMAN CATHOLIC CONFERENCE
Submitted by The Rev. Joseph Hagberg, Ecumenical Officer of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast Grace Church, Panama City BeachThe 2011 LARC Conference will be Tuesday, November 8 at St. John's Episcopal th Church in Montgomery, Alabama. This conference is an annual effort of the Episcopal Dioceses of Alabama and the Central Gulf Coast, along with the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mobile and Diocese of Birmingham, and the Southeastern Synod of the ELCA. This year's speaker is Dr. Tom Ferguson, until recently Ecumenical Officer of the Episcopal Church and now Dean of Bexley Hall Seminary. He
will speak on "Harvesting the Fruits of Ecumenism". For additional information and to register online, go to
http://www.dioala.org/digital_faith/events/282.
ECW NEWS - Congratulations to Jerry Cotsonis, active Episcopal Church Women from St. Christopher's,
Pensacola who was elected "Distinguished Woman for the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast" at the recent ECW
Fall Conference at Beckwith. As part of this honor, Jerry will join the delegation to the Women's Triennial meeting
next July in Indianapolis, Indiana.
October/November Green Sheets posted
by Carmen Kimmons, Administrative Secretary Diocesan Office
FRESH START - The next Fresh Start meeting is Thursday, November 17th at the Diocesan office in Pensacola.If you have any questions about this program, please call Salem Saloom at (251) 867-6464, or e-mail him at sawbonz@saloom.net.
___________________________ PARISH EVENT CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER 2011 Please check our online calendar for the most up to date combined calendar listings of events (includes Bishop Duncan's calendar, Youth Calendar) St. Simon's on the Sound, Ft. Walton Beach, hosting two day Arts & Crafts Fair, Nov. 4-5
Submitted by Christina Westphal
St. Simon's on the Sound in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, will host its 37th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair on November 4th and 5th, 2011 at the church. The fair will be open on Friday, Nov. 4th from 9 am until 5 pm and on Saturday, Nov. 5th, 9 am - 3 pm.
This popular fair features over 100 different artisans and St. Simon's own traditional items including cajun pickles, pepper jelly, pumpkin rolls and other delicious baked goods. Come shop and relax, stay for lunch at St. Simon's Country Kitchen where everything is homemade. Proceeds from the fair support Sharing and Caring, Shelter House, Habitat for Humanity, Children in Crisis and other agencies in town. All are invited!
Church of the Good Shepherd plans annual Fall Festival for November 5, 2011
You are invited to be our special guest at The Church of the Good Shepherd's Annual Fall Festival, November 5, 2011 at 605 Donald Street Mobile, Alabama from 11am until 5pm. For entertainment we are planning a Talent Show featuring some of Mobile's best young step teams, praise teams, and line dances. For food, there will be Barbecued Ribs, Fried Fish, Polish Sausage, Hot Dogs, Candied Apples, Cotton Candy, Drinks, and baked goods. For the children, there will be games, face painting, a bouncie, a cake walk and other activities. We are looking forward to sharing this fun day with you.
The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd is located at
605 Donald Street in Mobile, AL 36617. For more information please call (251) 452-9596.
Holy Cross, Pensacola, planning "Parish Yard Sale" on November 5, 2011
Submitted by Betty Enfinger, Coastline Communicator
A "Parish Yard Sale" will be held at Holy Cross, Pensacola on Saturday, November 5, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You'll find all kinds of things to purchase at great prices: furniture, antiques, household items, toys, crafts, artwork. All are welcome. For more details please call 850- 477-8596. Holy Cross Episcopal Church is located at 7979 N. Ninth Avenue in Pensacola, Florida.
Contemplative Women's Retreat at St. Augustine's, Navarre set for November 5, 2011 Submitted by Sarah McCarren All women & girls are welcome to join the women of St. Augustine's, Navarre for a time of guided & individual contemplative meditations from 9:30 am until 1 pm. There is no charge to attend but please bring your Bible & a fresh fruit or vegetable. For more information please call the church office at 850-936-4678 Immanuel's ECW planning yard and bake sale for Nov. 5, 2011
The ECW of Immanuel, Bay Minette, will hold a yard and bake sale on Saturday, November 5th, 2011. Everyone is invited!
Jazz communion and brunch planned on All Saints' Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011 at St. Christopher's, Pensacola Submitted by Norman Vickers, Coastline Communicator St. Christopher's, Pensacola St. Christopher's Episcopal Church will continue its tradition of jazz communion service on All Saints Sunday, November 6, 2011 at 10:30 am. There will be special music by the choir and a Dixieland quintet led by trumpeter Roger Villines. A jazz brunch will follow in the parish hall immediately after the service. This celebration is in its tenth year. More details here!
Annual Bayou Bash at All Saints', Mobile on November 12
November 12 is the date for All Saints' annual Bayou Bash fundraiser. Bayou Bash is our annual fundraiser, benefiting the community ministries supported by All Saints. Mark your calendars for this great event! Call All Saints for tickets. 251-438-2492
General Rebecca Halstead to speak at St. Christopher's on Sunday, November 13, 2011
Submitted by Norman Vickers, Coastline Communicator
St. Christopher's, Pensacola
Brigadier General Rebecca Halstead will speak during the Veterans Day Sunday celebration at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 3200 N. 12th Avenue. She will give the sermon at the eight o'clock and ten-thirty services and will speak to the adult class at nine-thirty.
Art Soup fundraiser at the Cathedral on Friday, November 18
Art Soup, a fundraiser for Loaves and Fish Community Ministries, 15 Place, Mobile's multi-purpose center for the homeless, will be held at Christ Church Cathedral on Friday, November 18. Patrons will dine on soup served in bowls hand-crafted by local artists, along with delicious breads and great desserts. Live music and a silent auction will round out the evening. Tickets are $40 and are available in the Cathedral office. Reservations are suggested. For more information, please call 432-7227.
St. Paul's, Daphne Holiday Shoppe planned for November 18 - 20 Submitted by Kathy Mallory, Coastline CommunicatorSt. Paul's, Daphne
Kick off your holiday shopping at St. Paul's Thrift Shop's 8th Annual Holiday Shoppe! New and "gently used" treasures will be presented for sale...Baked goods and other delicious homemade items will also be available. Friday, November 18 6pm-8pm Gala (Tickets $15/$20 at Door) Saturday, November 19 9am-3pm Free Shopping/Parking Sunday, November 20 9am-2pm Free Shopping/Parking More details hereAnnual Pork Fest set at St. Paul's, Daphne for Nov. 19 to coincide with the Holiday ShoppeSubmitted by Howard Wilson The St. Paul's, Daphne chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew will hold its third annual Pork Fest on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Pulled pork dinner plates with baked beans, potato salad and a roll will be available for $10 each and served from 11 am - 2 pm. Orders are also being taken for Boston Butts at $30 each. Call 251-626-2421 to order yours! St. Paul's is located at 28788 North Main Street in Daphne, Alabama. Trinity Gumbo Sale slated for November 19, 2011
From The Visitor
Trinity, Mobile's newsletter
We are now taking advance orders for our yearly Gumbo Sale. Gumbo, along with sweets, will be sold Saturday, November 19 from 9 am to 3 pm in the parish hall. Please pick up all orders at this time. Cost will be $8 per pint. Gumbo freezes well. You may want to get an extra supply for thanksgiving. All proceeds go the church. Please come and support us. To order gumbo and for additional information contact Lucy Sturges at 666-1208.
A Quiet Day.....a quiet way....at Nativity, Dothan on November 19, 2011 Submitted by Debra Strickland, Coastline Communicator
Church of the Nativity, Dothan
At the end of the calendar year- which marks the beginning of the liturgical year-we somehow, despite our best intentions to slow down and enjoy the season, shift into high gear. "The reason for the season," we sigh to ourselves as we buzz about doing things that seem more important than they are. With these thoughts in mind, you are most cordially invited to join us for a pre-Thanksgiving/Advent "Quiet Day of Meditation and Reflection" on Saturday, November 19, 2011, 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 pm Central Daylight Savings Time at the Blessed Trinity Shrine Retreat (BTSR) located at 107 Holy Trinity Rd., Fort Mitchell, AL 36856. The retreat is sponsored by Nativity's Daughters of the King*. Cost is $45 which includes lunch. Details here
* Editor's Note: To allay any questions that may come up over semantics, Nativity's DOK chose to keep the Daughters of the King name rather than changing to the new diocesan group, The Episcopal Community.
Spaghetti Supper at St. Mary's, Milton, Nov. 19th
St. Mary's ECW will be cooking their delicious spaghetti dinner on Saturday, November 19th from 5 - 7 pm. Both meat sauce AND meatless sauce for the vegetarian wil be offered along with salad, Italian bread and a selection of low sugar desserts.
Adults and children over 12: $5
Children ages 3 - 12: $3
Children under 3 are free.
St. Mary's is located at 6850 Oak Street in Milton, Florida, just one block off Highway 90. For tickets, please call 850-623-2905. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
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Ultreya planned for November 19th at St. Paul's, MobileCome and enjoy an evening of fellowship, prayer and music at St. Pauls', Mobile, on Saturday, November 19, 2011 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Please bring one of your favorite dishes to share at our potluck supper! Drinks will be provided. Musicians: Bring your instruments! For more information, please call Martha Terry at (251) 633-3858 or (251) 422-5916 COMING UP IN DECEMBER....
St. Christopher's, Pensacola plans 55th Annual Christmas Caravan
Submitted by Norman Vickers, Coastline Communicator
St. Christopher's, Pensacola
The fifty-fifth annual Christmas Caravan sponsored by St. Christopher's Episcopal Church will be held Friday and Saturday December 2-3. On Friday at St. Christopher's, 3200 N. 12th Avenue, there will be a bake sale, a bazaar with unique gifts for sale, and a luncheon. Also, there will be booths by local vendors offering gift items at nominal retail cost. A silent auction will begin on Friday with numerous items from plants to artwork and special outings.
On Saturday evening there will be a special candlelight dinner. Special holiday food prepared in the church's kitchen by dedicated parishioners will be served to patrons by youth of the church. There will be holiday music performed by Arturo, a classical/Latin/jazz guitarist. The silent auction will conclude on Saturday evening. A tour of three homes, decorated for the holidays will be held on Friday. Details here!
St. Lukes, Marianna, continues its concert series Dec. 4, 2011
St. Luke's, Marianna welcomes all to barbershop singing by the men of "The Capital Chordsmen" chorale. The concert is at 4:00 on December 4th and will be followed by a "Meet the Artists" concert in Parish Hall. Donations are accepted for the Fine Arts Series, now in its Seventh Season.
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Employment Editor's Note: Clergy, Parish Administrators, Senior Wardens.. have a job opening in your church? Email your information to coastline@diocgc.org and your job post will appear on the employment page of the diocesan website and continually announced The Coastline until the position is filled. |
Province IV News
EM4 offering grants through the remainder of this year
 Environmental Ministries of Province IV, (EM4), is offering grants of $500 - $1,000 to Episcopal Environmental ministries in the Province. These grants are available for the rest of calendar year 2011. Find out who can qualify! More....
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Episcopal Church conference focuses on small churches: New Chapter: Your Church in God's Unfolding Story
The Office of Public Affairs
The Episcopal Church
Registration is open for New Chapter: Your Church in God's Unfolding Story, an Episcopal Church conference specifically for small churches, slated for December 1-3 in Williamsburg, VA.
Part of the popular Start Up! Start Over! Conference series for small churches, New Chapter features keynote speakers, workshop sessions, and ample opportunities to share experiences while learning from others.
Details here!
Episcopal Relief & Development partners with Church Publishing to produce 2012 calendar
Episcopal Relief & Development has teamed up with Church Publishing Incorporated (CPI) to produce a 12-month calendar featuring engaging, full-color images of the organization's programs worldwide. Calendars are $12 each, and may be purchased through CPI's website (www.churchpublishing.org) or over the phone through Cokesbury's customer service center (1.800.672.1789). A portion of sales for the new calendar will benefit Episcopal Relief & Development's global efforts to alleviate hunger, create economic opportunities, promote health, and respond to disaster.
Details and how to order
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Prison Ministry
PRISON MINISTRY CYCLE OF PRAYER
The Diocesan Commission on Prison Ministry has developed a Cycle of Prayer for prisons, prisoners, staff, and families of prisoners and staff, encouraging prayers for various institutions in the Diocese.
Prayer dates through November, 2011:
Oct. 30 - Nov. 5, Houston County Jail, Dothan, Alabama
Nov. 6 - 12, Butler County Correctional Facility, Greenville, Alabama
Nov. 13 - 19, Monroe County Jail, Decatur, Alabama
Nov. 20 - 26, Mobile County Metro Jail, Mobile, Alabama
Nov. 27 - Dec. 3, Washington County Jail Chatom, Alabama
Download a full copy here
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