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Holy Communion and the music of U2

U2CHARIST

Ancient Rituals and Rock-N-Roll
Choir, Prayers, Worshippers:
YOU!

Offering to Benefit:
Episcopalians for Global Reconciliation

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9th 7:00pm
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
 
East Greenwich
Pierce and Church Streets
401.884.4116

 
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St. John's

1857 ~ 2007

Sesquicentennial

 

 

St. Johns

 

Organ Recital

With Jack Cook

St. John's Episcopal Church

1505 Mendon Rd. | Cumberland, RI02864

www.RekindleTheLight.org

Sunday February 25th

3:00 pm

 

Accompanied by

Mr. Paul Pelletier (violin)

Mrs. Marilyn Ross (soprano)

General Admission $10.00

Seating is limited.

Reserved seats will not beheld

after 2:30 pm

 

How to reserve your seat(s):

· Sign up in church

· Sesquicentennial website (above)

· Call Cindy Grenier at 401.334.1983

 
eRISEN
The Episcopal Calendar for RI

February 7th, 2007

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DIOCESAN EVENTS

Deacon Formation Program will meet on the following dates at Diocesan House (Higgins Room) from 8:30am to 3:30pm:
February 24th, March 17th & 31st, April 14th & 28th, May 5th & 19th.
Info: For additional information contact The Rev. Wayne Runner at Trinity Church in Cranston.
 

Diocesan Convocation
"Engaged in Formation and
Mission" an event for All Ages
When:
March 10th, 2007

Where: Marriott Hotel, Providence

Details: 8am registration/coffee etc. 9am - 3pm Lunch included
Brochures/registration Forms with Workshop Descriptions will be mailed directly to Parishes and Non Parochial Clergy at the end of January.
Opening Plenary: New Perspective from New Clergy
Registration Information:
$10.00 by February 20th
$15.00 by February 28th
$20.00 later registrations until March 6th
Children 12 and under $8.00
We encourage family participation at Convocation. Please note: we will not provide separate childcare. There will be workshops available for all ages. Mary Ann Kolakowski 274-4500 x 247 maryann@episcopalri.org for more info.


2007 Confirmations are set for the following dates and times:

Aquidneck Deanery: April 14th at 10am
East Bay Deanery: April 14th at 4pm

Central Deanery: May 12th at 10am
Blackstone Deanery: May 12th at 4pm

Narragansett Deanery: May 19th at 10am
West Bay Deanery: May 19th at 4pm

Cathedral Confirmations will be held on Decmeber 8th, 2007 at 10am.

EFM Mentor Training will be held at the Episcopal Conference Center Mach 22nd to 24th. Please contact Mary Ann Kolakowski at 274-4500 x247 for additional information and registration.

Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows for Clergy is scheduled for March 29th at 11:00am at the Cathedral of St. John. A "lite" lunch will be served.

NEW MEMBER INCORPORATION-The Rev. David Stout
When: Saturday March 3, 2007
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 N. Main Street, Providence
Cost: $15 per person
Registration Deadline: February 26, 2007
Limited to 75 people
Contact: The Rev. Cn. Dr. Rich Bardusch, 274-4500 Rich@EpiscopalRi.org; Betsy Fornal, 274-4500, Betsy@EpiscopalRi.org
More Info: Each of our churches receives visitors but we often struggle to keep them and turn them into members. In March the Rev. David Stout will show you how your parish can be "radically welcoming"! Learn how to connect visitors and to create membership classes.

MARKETING YOUR CHURCH-The Rev. Don Parker and Mrs. Merredythe Nadeau
When: Saturday March 31, 2007
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 N. Main Street, Providence
Cost: $15 per person
Registration Deadline: March 26, 2007
Limited to 75 people
Contact: The Rev. Cn. Dr. Rich Bardusch, 274-4500 Rich@EpiscopalRi.org; Betsy Fornal, 274-4500, Betsy@EpiscopalRi.org
More Info: In this session we'll take a look at the demographics of your congregation and neighborhood. Learn new ways to reach out to your community and how to "see" your church through the eyes of a newcomer.

CASE STUDIES-The Rev. Mary Canavan and the Rev. Greg Cole
When: Saturday May 9, 2007
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 N. Main Street, Providence
Cost: $15 per person
Registration Deadline: May 4, 2007
Limited to 75 people
Contact: The Rev. Cn. Dr. Rich Bardusch, 274-4500
Rich@EpiscopalRi.org; Betsy Fornal, 274-4500, Betsy@EpiscopalRi.org
More Info: In 2004, Leadership Teams from Calvary Pascoag and Emmanuel Newport participated in the first Learning Community program. In the past three years average Sunday attendance and pledging have almost doubled. Hear their stories and participate in a question and answer time.

The Episcopal Scholarship Fund Committee will accept formal applications until June 15, 2007. The Committee will not accept applications after that date. Please see the Episcopal Scholarship Fund Committee's rules and detailed information on how to submit your application.
 

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PARISH EVENTS

Jesus Rocks! U2CHARIST
Holy Communion and the music of U2
When: Friday, February 9th at 7:00 PM
Where: St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Pierce and Church Streets in East Greenwich.
Info: Offering to Benefit Episcopalians for Global Reconciliation. Call 401.884.4116 for details.

The Yale Spizzwinks - The oldest underclassmen a cappella singing group in the nation
When: Saturday, February 10th - 7:30 PM
Where: St. Michael's, Bristol (Corner of Hope and Church Streets)
Tickets: $20 (regular admission), $12 (students/ seniors), $5 (children)
Info: Part of the Music at St. Michael's concert series now in its 6th season. Artistic Director: Alexander S. Bauhart. Wheelchair accessible, free parking available at public lot across from Town Hall (Court St.).
Contact: Call 339-6807 or send email request to
msmconcerts@cox.net  or buy on the web at www.msmconcerts.org .

Saint John's Sesquicentennial (150th Anniversary)
When: Throughout 2007
Where: Saint John's, Ashton
February Events:
10th - Organ Recital by Jack Cook
24th - Wardens Luncheon. Luncheon for current and former St. John's Junior and Senior Wardens. Hosted by Father Jeff and the sitting Senior Warden.
27th - Lenten Music Series. Prayer and music in church every Tuesday during Lent. A different music genre featured every week.
Info: In 2007, Saint John's Episcopal Church of Ashton, RI will celebrate its 150th Anniversary with a variety of events throughout the entire year. There will be concerts and speaker series and other events marking our Sesquicentennial. (See the full list
here.) There will be a fully documented history of the church and its historical environment, as well as a collection of historical documents and photographs.
Contact: 401.333.0936
info@rekindlethelight.org

The Grace Church choir will have our next Choral Evensong on Sunday, February 11th, at 5 p.m. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Refreshments will follow. For further information, please contact 401-331-3225. Our website is www.gracechurchprovidence.org.

Lecture Series: Labyrinth Talks
First lecture: "Re-Introducing God" by Rev. David A. Ames
When: Wednesday, February 14th at 7:30 PM.
Where: Church of the Redeemer (655 Hope St., Providence). Main meeting hall - access at rear of church on Savoy St.
Info: Presentations will be informal and include discussion.
Cost: All talks free and open to the public.
Contact: Henry Gould (
Henry_Gould@brown.edu ), Church of the Redeemer vestry, for more information or directions.

Gallery Night Choral Music will be sung by candlelight on Thursday, February 15th, at 7 p.m. at Grace Church. A reception will follow. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Call 401-331-3225 for information. Our website is
www.gracechurchprovidence.org.

S. Steven's Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

When: Tuesday, February 20th

Where: S. Steven's, Providence

Info: Call 421-6702 or e-mail office@sstephens.necoxmail for more info.

 

S. Steven's Ash Wednesday:

When: February 21st

Where: S. Steven's, Providence

Low Mass 7:30 am & 12:10 pm

Sung Mass 5:30 pm


Sunday on Wednesday: A Sabbath Celebration
A New Sunday Communion Service with Choir and Prayers for Healing
When: Staring Wednesday, 21 February @ 6:30 PM
Where: Emmanuel Church, Newport
Contact: For more information, call Emmanuel @ 847-0675

The Grace Church choir will have our next Choral Evensong on Sunday, February 25th, at 5 p.m. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Refreshments will follow. For further information, please contact 401-331-3225. Our website is
www.gracechurchprovidence.org .

Epiphany - 10th Anniversary of the Mission
When: Saturday, March 3rd 2007 at 5:00 PM
Where: Church of the Epiphany, Providence (542 Potters Avenue)
Info: If you've ever been a friend of Epiphany, it's time to celebrate! Eucharist in the Church at 5:00 PM followed by a Festive Meal in the Mission House. Epiphany was incorporated as a Parish on April 2, 1875, and became a Mission Church on March 2, 1997. In collaboration with the Diocese and community development groups, the Mission is working to transform its property into affordable housing, with a continued church presence. We request your prayers and welcome your interest.
RSVP to the Church 401 941-5095 or to Cindy Rollins 401 277-9065

Celebrate Emmanuel - A Fundraising Celebration of the Music and Education Ministries of Emmanuel Church, Newport
When: Saturday, 3 March 2007 - 6:45pm - 9:30
Details: A Jazz Vespers Service led by the Brass Roots Trio
Dedication of the Emmanuel Day School
Cocktail Party and Silent Auction
Tickets: $25/person in advance, $35/person at the door.

The Grace Church choir will have our next Choral Evensong on Sunday, March 4th. At 5 p.m. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Refreshments will follow. For further information, please contact 401-331-3225. Our website is www.gracechurchprovidence.org.

 

Lenten Series at St. Luke's

"Reflecting the Love and Light of Christ Through the Lens of the Episcopal Church"

When: Wednesday evenings (March 7, 14, 21 & 28) from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

Where: St. Luke's East Greenwich, 99 Peirce Street

Info: Join us for a very special Lenten Series that explores how we live our lives as Christians and Episcopalians in our church, community, nation, and the world.  We will explore: How people with different cultural identities and work ship styles worship and work together.  How the Episcopal Church works as a national body.  How all are included and listened to.  How we live out our Christian life in the local church.  How we live and witness to a Christina life in the community. Light refreshments will be served.  Child care is available.

Speakers include:

March 7 - Bishop Geralyn Wolf

March 14 - Deputies to 2006 General Convention

March 21 - St. Luke's leaders and doers

March 27 - Community leaders including Warwick's Mayor Scott Avedesian

Contact: For information call 884-4116

Gallery Night Choral Music will be sung by candlelight on Thursday, March 15th, at 7 p.m. at Grace Church. A reception will follow. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Call 401-331-3225 for information. Our website is
www.gracechurchprovidence.org .

 

Lecture: "God, Darwin, and Design: What America's New Battle over Evolution Means for the Church" by Kenneth R. Miller, Professor of Biology, BrownUniversity:

When: on Sunday, March 18th at 6:00 pm,

Where: S. Steven's Great Hall, following Sung Evensong, 114 George Street

Providence, RI  02906


Gallery Night Choral Music will be sung by candlelight on Thursday, April 19th, at 7 p.m. at Grace Church. A reception will follow. Grace Church is located at Westminster & Mathewson Streets. Call 401-331-3225 for information. Our website is www.gracechurchprovidence.org .

 
87th May Breakfast at St. James Episcopal Church
When: Saturday, May 5th from 7:00-12:00
Where: 24 Hamlet Avenue, Woonsocket, RI 02895
Details: Children $3.00, Adults $6.00

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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT EVENTS

Youth Leaders Meeting

When: February 22, 2007  6pm -8pm  

Where: Annex Meeting Room, Diocesan House

Youth Leaders in The Episcopal Diocese of RI have met to organize and support each other's ministry...we have created a Yahoo Group...interested? Contact Maryann@episcopalri.org

The All Saints' Memorial Church September 11th Scholarship
This annual scholarship was established by All Saints' Memorial Church as a response to the events of September 11, 2001.

Thousands of people had their lives shattered by the attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. The effects will be felt throughout the world for years to come. Such a tragedy should never again occur, and the parishioners of All Saints' Memorial Church, like all people of conscience, must work to make certain that it does not. Since our parish also feels it must minister to the wider community, it has established a scholarship to accomplish both purposes.

Each year the church will award a scholarship of $500.00 to a graduating high school senior. Any student who is a parishioner of an Episcopal congregation in the Diocese of Rhode Island may apply. Applicants for this scholarship must plan to attend and be accepted in a college or university for the following academic year.

If you have internet access and Microsoft Word, the application can be downloaded from our website at www.allsaintsmemorial.com. You can also request an application by calling the parish office at 751-1747. Applications are due by April 1, 2007

 
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DIOCESAN RESOURCE CENTER

The ACI Episcopal Chaplaincy - Special Program on Prison Ministry
Guest speaker:
The Rt. Rev. Canon Petero Sabune, Chaplain Sing Sing
All are welcome!

Supper and Conversation: "How Parishes can get more involved in prison ministry/Chaplaincy"
When: Thursday, February 8th.
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, Synod Hall
Info: Supper & Program (food compliments of ECW).

Speaker: The Rt. Rev. Canon Petero Sabune, Chaplain, Sing Sing
RSVP: The Rev. Ricky Brightman at
781-9210.
 
Debriefing & Discussion
When:
Friday, February 9th.
8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Where: Diocesan House Annex

Speaker: The Rt. Rev. Canon Petero Sabune, Chaplain, Sing Sing
Contact: MaryAnn Kolakowski,
DiocesanResourceCenter 274-4500 x 247 or maryann@episcopalri.org

 
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Diocesan Convocation
"Engaged in Formation and
Mission" an event for All Ages
When:
March 10th, 2007

Details:
8am registration/coffee etc. 9am - 3pm Lunch included
Brochures/registration Forms with Workshop Descriptions will be mailed directly to Parishes and Non Parochial Clergy at the end of January.
Opening Plenary: New Perspective from New Clergy
Registration Information:
$10.00 by February 20th
$15.00 by February 28th
$20.00 later registrations until March 6th
Children 12 and under $8.00

We encourage family participation at Convocation. Please note: we will not provide separate childcare. There will be workshops available for all ages.
 
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EFM MENTOR TRAINING / FORMATION
When:
MARCH 22-24, 2007
Where: Episcopal
ConferenceCenter, 872 Reservoir Road. Pascoag, RI02859
Cost: $140 Residential (includes training, lodging and meals); $120 Non-Residential (includes training and meals)
Space is limited. Registration deadline is March 1, 2007

Please send a non-refundable check for $50 to
Diocese of Rhode Island and mark for EFM Training. Mail to EFM Mentor Training, c/o Sue Hurn, 100 Elena Street, #514, Cranston, RI 02920. Balance due at registration.

Training begins with registration at
4:30 PM, MARCH 22nd and will continue through 3:00 PM on MARCH 24th . EFM requires 18 contact hours to be considered for certification. Attendance at training does not guarantee certification; the trainer determines the readiness of each person to be a mentor. If you have questions, please contact Mary Ann Kolakowski (401) 274-4500x247 maryann@episcopalri.org or Sue Hurn at (401) 568- 4055 eccsummerdirector@verizon.net .

 

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Journey to Adulthood Training
When: April 27th
6-9pm and April 28th 9- 3pm
Where:
St. Paul's Pawtucket
Info: Description and Registration Forms will be available soon.
Contact: Call Mary Ann Kolakowski 274-4500 x 247 maryann@episcopalri.org for more info.

 
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A few copies of The Rev. Mike Kinman's power point presentation, "The Gospel Continues in Our Stories" shared at Diocesan Convention 2006 are available in The Resource Center for parishes use. Contact Mary Ann at 274-4500x247 or maryann@episcopalri.org if interested.

 
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A belated thank-you and congratulations to the participants and their supporters in The Read to Feed Program from Church of the Good Shepherd, Pawtucket.
 
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EMPLOYMENT & OPPORTUNITIES

Music at Emmanuel is looking for two Choral Interns - openings for a Tenor & Bass. These are paid positions. Contact John Totter at music@emmanuelnewport.org for information and application.

The Episcopal Conference Center is seeking a Summer Program Manager.
Job Summary: The Summer Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Episcopal Conference Center's summer program which includes eight weeks of camp, plus pre-camp training, and several youth conferences during the non-camp season. This is a residential position during the summer.
Seasonal Position: Begins February 2007 and ends August 2007.
Camp Dates: June 21-August 18, 2007
Contact: For a full job description and list of responsibilities, email eccsummerdirector@verizon.net.
The Episcopal Conference Center is a Christian Center, therefore the Summer Program Manager, along with the permanent staff, sets the standard as a model of Christian behavior and works to support the mission and ministry of ECC and the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island.
Anyone interested should send a letter of interest and a resume to the Acting Director, Sue Hurn, at eccsummerdirector@verizon.net, or by mail to ECC 872 Reservoir Road, Pascoag, RI 02859.
Applications must be received by February 9, 2007. Applicants should plan to be available for a summer planning overnight, March 10-11, 2007.

Grace Church downtown Providence, is looking to hire singers for our choir which sings during the academic year. Information from Mark Johnson, 401-331-3225 or 330-6787. E-mail: markcjohnson@verizon.net.

Join the Guest Episcopal ACI Chaplaincy Team!
Come and contribute!
Lead one Holy Eucharist or contemplative prayer service per year.*
[Times include arrival for clearance, set up, and service]
Women's prison: Holy Eucharist: Su. 4:30- 6:00 p.m. or M. 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Cont. Prayer (open to laity or clergy): F 12 - 2 p.m or F 4:30 - 6:00 pm
Men's prison: Holy Eucharist: Tu 4:30- 6:30 p.m.
* You must be able to pass a background check.
**Open to laity or clergy
Contact: jpenfield95@yahoo.com or 401.462.0371 with your name, mailing address, and phone number. I'll send you a packet of information, including a scheduling slip. You can return the slip with your chosen date once you have decided to pursue this. (I prefer to have conversation AFTER you have read the packet.) Thanks.

The Rev. Dr. Joyce Penfield,
Episcopal ACI Chaplain
PO Box 8918
Cranston, RI 02920

Organ available for sale at Epiphany, Providence            

As Bishop Wolf indicated in her recent letter, the Casavant pipe organ at Epiphany is available for purchase. If you are interested, please contact The Rev. Karen Fraioli at the church, 401 941-5095, no later than the end of this month.

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