eRISEN Your Events & Calendar Email Newsletter
February 27th, 2008
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Fran McKendree
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Sunday, March 9
4:00 p.m.
Church of the Epiphany
1336 Pawtucket Avenue
Rumford, Rhode Island 02916
(401) 434-5012
www.epiphanyep.org
Suggested ticket price: $10 for adults, $5 for children/students;
tickets available from the church office in advance, or at the door.
Proceeds will be donated to the
RI Community Food Bank
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FISH EYES
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Learning &
Formation
Opportunities
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February 2008
29th
"Gather, Grow, and Go"
Diocesan Convocation Dinner and Keynote
6:00 pm
The Marriott, Providence
March 2008
1st
"Gather, Grow, and Go"
Diocesan Convocation
Morning Worship, Plenary
and Workshops
8:00am - 3:00 pm
The Marriott, Providence
7th - 8th
"On the Way to Resurrection"
Stewardship and Evangelism
Conference
Province 1
Double Tree Hotel
Westborough, MA
8th
The Discernment Program
"Adventure in Awareness"
9:00am - 5:00 pm
Diocesan House Annex,
Providence
8th
Deacon Formation Programs
8:30 am - 3:00pm
Diocesan House
9th
EYE Delegation Kickoff
& Orientation
2:30pm
Diocesan Annex
13th
Clergy Renewal of
Ordination Vows and
Blessing of Oils
11:00am
Cathedral of St. John, Providence
16th - 22nd
Holy Week
23rd
Easter
29th
Deacon Formation Program
8:30 am - 3:00pm
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Greetings!
Website Update: The new website is well in to development phase with a planned launch date of April 1st. No April Fools! We mean it!
Photographers: Do you have a few wonderful photos you think should make the homepage of our new website? We are looking for 8-10 photos to rotate through on the new homepage. Email the Editor - risen@episcopalri.org for details.
Convocation 2008 is this weekend! We all hope to see you on Friday February 29th (Dinner gathering) and Saturday, March 1st at the Marriott Hotel in Providence. There is plenty of free parking.
The next eRISEN deadline is Tuesday, March 18th.
Peace,
Jessica Gates
Editor of RISEN & eRISEN
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FROM THE DIOCESAN HOUSE |
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CONVENTION - 2008! The 218th Convention is confirmed: A one-day event on Saturday, October 25th, 2008 at the Marriott Hotel, Orms Street, Providence.
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Safe Church Training Dates - 2008!
Who should attend Safe Church Training and full details about the training as well as the Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth are both available in pdf format.
For those who cannot attend a full-day on Saturdays, we now offer the classes at night in 3 1/2hr sessions. Note: You must attend BOTH evening classes to be certified!
2008 Schedule for Safe Church Training:
Two Thursday Evenings: April 3rd and April 10th
6:00pm to 9:30pm (Light Refreshments served)
St. John's, Barrington
Saturday, April 12th
9:00am to 4:00pm (lunch included)
Christ Church, Westerly
Two Wednesday Evenings: May 7th and May 14th
6:00pm to 9:30pm (Light Refreshments served)
St. Peter's-by-the-Sea, Narragansett and
Saturday, August 16th
9:00am to 4:00pm (lunch included)
Emmanuel, Newport
Registrations for these classes are now being taken by calling the Registration Line at 274-4500 ext 111. The Cost is $8.00 per person, payable in advance!
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Eucharistic Visitor Training! A spring workshop is scheduled for Saturday, May 17th from 9:00am to 1:00pm in the Annex. Remember, the Safe Church Training is a prerequisite for anyone wishing to become a licensed Eucharistic Visitor.
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Task Force on Environmental Stewardship
The 2007 Diocesan Convention passed a resolution for the formation of a Task Force on Environmental Stewardship. When: Saturday, March 8 at 9:00 am
Where: St. Luke's East Greenwich
The order of business will include selection of a chair, reviewing the tasks assigned by Convention, and anything else that might strike our fancy. This meeting is open to anyone who is interested; no commitment implied or expected.
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ECC RETREATS & CAMP
March 7th-9th
"The Lives We are Called to Live" led by The Rev. Jennifer Pedrick and Mr. Mike DeAngelo! Open to those in grades 9-12, the retreat will give young people an opportunity to reflect on their lives, experiences and time for reflecting on their gifts, passions and hopes for the future. (Cost: $85pp)
Ready to send in your Registration Form and reserve your place?
For detailed information on all Retreats / Conferences or to register for a retreat you can always call the Conference Center at (401) 568-4055.
Get Ready for Summer Camp, 2008! Yes! Get the camp schedule from Summerstart to Summer's End before the brochure hits your mailbox! Early registrants will benefit if applications for summer camp are received before May 15th!
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Clergy Days: 2008
Mark your calendars for upcoming Clergy Days scheduled through April, 2008.
The next Clergy Day is: FRIDAY, MARCH 14th! NOTE CHANGE OF DATE
This is the "Reaffirmation of Ordination Vows and Consecration of Chrism". Following the service will be a simple lunch in Synod Hall. Please email or phone Betsy Fornal (274-4500 ext 225) to RSVP for this event.
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The '08 confirmation schedule is as follows;
Saturday, April 5
Blackstone Deanery 10:00 am location TBD
Central Deanery 2:00pm All Saints, Providence
Saturday, April 12
Aquidneck Deanery 10:00 am, location TBD
West Bay Deanery 2:00 pm, location TBD
Saturday, April 26
Narragansett Deanery 10:00 am, location TBD
East Bay Deanery 2:00 pm, location TBD
Advent Confirmations at the Cathedral; Saturday, December 6, 10:00 am
Locations are chosen by the deaneries. If desired, a deanery may choose to have their confirmation at the Cathedral; the Dean would be pleased to have you.
There will be a Confirmands' track at Convocation, which is Saturday, March 1, 2008. It will be a two session track led by Tylan Creason and Scott Gunn. All candidates for confirmation and reception are strongly encouraged to attend. This track will also be open to whoever may wish to attend.
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AROUND THE DIOCESE |
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S. Stephen's Church
Stations of the Cross
Fridays in Lent
(February 8, 15, 22, & 29, March 7 & 14)
following the Daily 5:30 pm Low Mass
S. Stephen's Church
Series: "Foundations of Anglican Spirituality"
(Talks by the Rector)
Sundays in Lent (February 10, 7, & 24, March 2 & 9)
following the 5:30 pm Evening Service
Play: Fish Eyes
When: Friday, March 7, 2008 at 7 pm and Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 3 pm.
Where: Christ Church in Lonsdale 1643 Lonsdale Avenue Lincoln, RI
Info: Our theater group, The Fisherman's Follies, is putting on a production called Fish Eyes - it is a play that tells the story of Jesus' ministry through the eyes of two disciples, Peter and Andrew. It is a Ted and Lee Production that has been performed throughout the country. What a perfect way to start the most sacred time of the church year-a great way to put us in the right frame of mind for a blessed Holy Week.
Cost: Tickets are $5.00 in advance as there is limited seating available in our parish hall (about 200).
Contact: Call Christ Church for tickets @ 401-725-1920 or e-mail the church at
Christchurch1643@verizon.net.
Coffeehouse Concert at St. James
When: Saturday, March 8, 2008, 7:00 p.m.
Where: St. James Episcopal Church, 24 Hamlet Avenue, Woonsocket.
Contact: 401-762-2222 or stjamesw@cox.net
Info: Join us for a coffeehouse concert featuring the Three Amigos, three men who have been hummin' and strummin' for almost twelve years. They play acoustic guitars and complementing percussion instruments to accompany their bass, baritone, and tenor harmonies reminiscent of the sixties. The group formed at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in East Greenwich, RI. They sing a variety of music, including rock and roll, Motown, gospel, and traditional Christian hymns. Refreshments will be available during the two-hour show.
SAVE THE DATE. Eucharist (EUX) Workshop led by William L. Ryon, Jr.
When: Friday evening, April 11th and Saturday morning, April 12th.
Where: S. Stephen's, Providence
Info: An investigation of the biblical, historical, theological, and liturgical foundations of the Lord's Supper. The time line begins in the New Testament heritage and experience of Jesus and concludes with a contemporary theological understanding of the Eucharist. For more information contact the parish office at 421-6702.
Music by the Bridge - 2008
When: Sat. April 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: St. James Church presents Thomas James in the Parish Hall. 24 Hamlet Ave. Woonsocket, RI
Cost: A free will offering will be taken.
Info: Thomas James is a country/southern gospel artist who hails from Northeast Ohio and has literally been singing since he was old enough to walk and talk. Singing led Thomas James down many roads. He has played at The Grand Ole Opry House, Nashville Palace, Loretta Lynn's Ranch, appeared on numerous television shows, and recorded with a number of labels. After much prayer, Thomas knew where his heart wanted to be. "I finally just said, Lord you know that my heart wants to be out on the road in a silver eagle somewhere, but this time I want it to be for you." Join us for a concert of inspirational music; a collation will follow the concert and CDs will be available for purchase.
Contact: St. James Episcopal Church / 762-2222
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OPPORTUNITIES |
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The opportunities section of eRISEN was recently purged due to size. If you feel that your opportunity should still be listed, please contact risen@episcopalri.org. For all future submissions, please add an end-date for your opportunity or contact the editor when a position has been filled.
St. Augustine's, Kingston is seeking a new church musician-choir director Sunday mornings plus a choir rehearsal, Christmas Eve, Holy Week services. We have a small pipe organ, good baby grand, and very small choir. Submit inquiries and resumes to Rev. Jennifer Phillips revjphillips@earthlink.net or 35 Lower College Rd., Kingston, RI 02881. St. Columba's, Middletown Seeking Director of Children and Family Ministry
St. Columba's is transitional size parish searching for a person with a passion for Christian education and developing community with families. This position is half to three-quarter time with competitive compensation. The position is open to lay, or ordained persons with experience leading education, and worship designed for children. A job description is available upon request. To inquire, contact the Rev'd Chris Epperson. 401.847.5571 or clepperson@stcolumbaschapel.org
Sunday School Coordinator: Church of the Ascension, Wakefield, has an opportunity as a Sunday school coordinator for an enthusiastic person of faith who loves children and is interested in providing them with a loving, enjoyable and challenging Christian education program. Administrative and communications skills, as well as the ability to nurture and coordinate adult and youth volunteers are a must. A stipend is available. Please send a resume and statement indicating your interest in the position to: Sunday School Coordinator Search, P.O. Box 5248, Wakefield, RI 02880 |
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY You can make a difference in the world. Help homeless or formerly incarcerated persons overcome the many challenges they face in finding, getting and keeping employment. The Blessing Way, a non-denominational, faith-based, social service organization in Providence, needs your help with "Operation Get Started" -- our jobs assistance program. Help unemployed homeless or formerly incarcerated persons who seek work to make a positive change in their lives. Volunteer to work with one person for 4 months as a mentor and coach OR serve as a tutor for adults in our job readiness classes. Training and supervision are included in both volunteer positions. Our current volunteers come from various churches. This is also a great opportunity for college internships or field education. For more information or application, please write or call: Rev. Dr. Joyce Penfield, Executive Director Email: blessingwayinfo@yahoo.com Phone: 861-0441 Website: www.theblessingway.org --------------------------------- MUSIC THAT MAKES COMMUNITYJoin us at Trinity Wall Street - St. Paul's Chapel this spring to learn how to introduce a new and very ancient kind of music in your parish. "Paperless" music is taught and sung by memory. Making use of elements like repetition, round, and call-and response, it is accessible to the widest range of singers in any size congregation. These songs allow congregations to focus on listening to one another, being attentive to the Holy Spirit and singing from their hearts. Music that Makes Community is designed specifically for clergy, musicians, and lay people who want to learn how to lead music effectively without the use of hymnals or other printed materials. Our time together will be both practical and theoretical. Participants will learn the skills involved in selecting and leading "paperless" music, and will have the opportunity to practice these skills. Come join a diversely rich group of colleagues with expert leaders and experience a music that connects people to each other! Learn more about the conference and REGISTER at: Dates: April 24-26, 2008 Location: Trinity Wall Street - St. Paul's Chapel, NYC Cost: $250 Tuition Contact: info@allsaintscompany.org 415-558-6958 |
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September 11th Scholarship - All Saints' Memorial Church
Date: Application Deadline is April 1, 2008
Info: This annual scholarship was established by All Saints' Memorial Church as a response to the events of September 11, 2001. Each year the church awards a scholarship of $500 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. Applications are available as a download from our website, allsaintsmemorial.com. You may also email or call us and we will mail you an application.
Contact: All Saints' Memorial Church, 674 Westminster St, Providence, RI, 02903, 401-751-1747, asmcri@verizon.net
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2008 Episcopal Youth Event
Sown in the Heart of Christ
Tuesday, July 8 - Sunday, July 13, 2008
Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas
www.eye2008.org
E.Y.E. is for young people who have just finished 9th - 12th grade that
year. E.Y.E. aims to inspire and empower youth as Christian apostles. It
is designed to be an immersion experience in the baptismal covenant and
to extend the mission and ministry of the Church. It is the second
largest event in the Episcopal Church and the single largest youth
event. It is attended by some 1,500 young people, adult sponsors,
bishops, staff and resource people. E.Y.E. is an opportunity to meet
other youth from around the world and experience the church on a global
level.
The event community gathers regularly as a large group for worship,
program, music and fun. Participants also meet daily with a small group.
A variety of other activities, including festivals, forums, workshops,
sports/recreation, and free time round out the schedule.
Participants register as part of a Diocesan Group. Contact Catherine
Thenault CAThenault@cox.net or Mary Ann Kolakowski
maryann@episcopalri.org to receive an application. Opportunities for
Financial Assistance and Fundraising for the event will be explored by
the group in collaboration with their local congregations and diocesan
resources.
Participant applications will be mailed to parishes by January 31, 2008.
Delegation Kickoff and Orientation meeting will be held Sunday, March 9,
2008 at 2:30pm at the Diocesan Annex.
Visit www.eye2008.org to find out more.
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The Episcopal Conference Center (ECC), owned by the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island, is located on 180 acres in the northwest corner of Rhode Island. Our summer program consists of eight weeks of overnight camp; a different age range is hosted each week.
Each day begins and ends with worship, there are work projects that take up part of the day, then programs geared for each age, as well as swimming, archery, games, crafts, music, etc. Each week has its own theme and volunteer adults to lead the program. Campers arrive on Sunday and leave on Friday, giving staff a day off most weeks.
In addition to the overnight camp, we operate a day camp for the children of Olneyville, RI. This is mostly off the property taking children to a variety of attractions in the Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut area.
There are positions open for both camps. Successful applicants are expected to be at ECC for pre-camp training beginning June 19 through the end on August 16. Some positions require applicants to report earlier to prepare for the summer.
Positions available:
Summer Program Manager - Supervises the counseling staff (ages 18-22), coordinates the smooth running of the weekly programs, interacting with the visiting staff and permanent staff. Previous camp and supervisory experience recommended. Salary $5,000, plus room and board.
City Camp Director - This position is non-residential. The City Camp Director is responsible for the whole program for the eight weeks of camp. Prior to camp (usually in January or February) initiates contracts with the bus companies and venues visited during the summer. Supervises the City Camp Coordinator and counselors while at city camp. Speaking Spanish is highly desired. Salary $5,000.
City Camp Coordinator - This position is residential at ECC throughout the camping season. The coordinator is responsible for training the Counselors-in-Training who will be staffing city camp. Each session is 2 weeks long; four counselors are assigned to each session. The coordinator transports the counselors in the ECC van each day, and acts as an assistant to the director. The ability to speak Spanish is necessary for this job. Salary $2,100, plus room and board.
Counselors - Men and women ages 18+ to be in charge of cabins and campers for the eight weeks of camp. Duties include getting to know and play with campers, participate in worship and work projects, design programs such as talent shows, dances, athletic events, teach the campers to live in community. Interact with and be role models for the Counselors-in-Training. Under the supervision of the Summer Program Manager and the ECC Acting Director. Salary range $1,200-$1,750, depending on experience, plus room and board. Must be available for April Work (April 4-6) which is part of the training for the 2008 staff.
Send letters of interest to: Sue Hurn, Acting Director, Episcopal Conference Center,
872 Reservoir Road, Pascoag, RI 02859, or email to: eccsummerdirector@verizon.net. Questions - please call 401-568-4055 Monday-Friday between 9:30-4:30. Application deadline is February 1, 2008.
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RECRUITING HELP FOR ACTION ON THE HOLY LAND
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By decision of the Executive Committee of Diocesan Council, the committee that steered the first, educational phase of the Resolution on the Holy Land will become part of Social Justice Ministries chaired by Deacon Ricky Brightman. We will continue organizing and publicizing events that raise awareness about the conflict in Israel-Palestine and ideas about how to achieve a just and lasting peace. We have already asked the Rev. Bob Brooks of Grace Church-Providence, who is currently on a Sabeel Witness Trip to the region, to share an account of his experiences and observations sometime this spring. We will also be encouraging members of the Diocese, in groups and as individuals, to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with one of the organizations that combines a tour of the major religious sites with an exposure to the political realities on the ground and to both Israelis and Palestinians who are working toward non-violent resolution of the conflict. We also urge everyone to see the excellent DVD by Anna Balzer about daily life in the West Bank. It can stand alone as an educational tool, or we can arrange for a facilitator to lead post-viewing discussions (available through the Resource Center).
The new focus of our mission is to channel what we have learned into action. Our objectives are to provide humanitarian relief to those in direst need and to encourage our elected representatives to press for a more balanced U.S. role in promoting a just and lasting peace. Specifically, we will be organizing fund-raising efforts to subsidize educational and medical relief projects carried out by ANERA, a venerable organization with forty years of experience in Palestine and Israel, and to provide economic aid to Palestinians through the sale of olive oil and olive wood carvings made by Christians in the West Bank.
To carry out these projects, we will need help from individuals and parishes. We need to expand the human power available for planning and oversight and to carry out the projects. If you would like to know more about what needs doing and what role you might play, please call Priscilla Read at (401) 272 4003. A call doesn't commit you; it simply gets you more information. These are discrete projects that are easy to carry out and produce results that help real people in concrete ways. If you have the time and the inclination, you can make a difference in the lives of people who feel that the world has forgotten them.
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| RUN THE RESERVOIR |
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Dear friend of the Trinity Food Closet
As Director of the first time event "Run the Reservoir 15K and Relay Walk",
I am asking for your help to raise awareness and vital resources for the food
closet maintained by Trinity Episcopal Church since 1999.
Since inception, the Food Closet has seen an increase in need every year
measured by increases in the number served monthly from an initial five
families to the current forty plus families. In some ways, the RI rural needy
are more needy than their city counterpart because of their lack of a
"network" of agencies directing them to find help. There are several levels
of corporate support suggested to help the Food Closet fulfill its' mission
through this event:
Main Course Sponsor * $2500
Name / Logo on the front of T-shirts given to (the first 300) participants
Corporate logo on banner at start / finish line
Corporate banner displayed at post race celebration
Opportunity to include marketing item in runners packets
Side Dish Sponsor * $1000
Name / Logo on back of participants T-shirts
Corporate banner displayed
Corporate logo on course markers
Opportunity to include marketing item in runners packets
Salad Sponsor * $250
Name / Logo on back of participants T-shirts
Name / Logo on event Sponsor Board
Opportunity to include a marketing item in runners packets
Appetizer Sponsor * $100
Name /Logo on back of participants T-shirts
Name / Logo on event Sponsor Board
Thank you for your consideration. We hope that you will join us in this
fight to end hunger in rural Rhode Island.
Sincerely,
Milt Schumacher
401-647-3905
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First Ever
Run the Reservoir 15k
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Scituate, RI
9:15 AM 3-person RELAY WALK (see team sponsor form)
10:00AM 15K RUN
Parking / Registration @ 251 Danielson Pike, N Scituate, RI 02857
Hosted by: Trinity Church & the RI Road Runners
To Benefit: Trinity Outreach Food Closet
(Please consider bringing a non perishable food item and / or completing
the donor sponsorship form to raise funds through your participation)
COURSE DESC: Scenic, mostly gentle (at least one challenging hill)
counterclockwise
loop around the pristine upper reservoir (crossing midway via the
½ mile causeway); start and finish near trinity Church.
Amenities: Original design T-shirts (guaranteed if registered by 3/20);
Unique awards crafted by local artisan to overall and age group
winners (plus top ten age graded performances); course support
(limited traffic control); post race celebration w/soup & bread
at the Trinity Kitchen Hall.
TO ENTER: Online at http://www.needtorace.com (RI events)
Info: miltschumacher@hotmail.com, rirr.org,
trinityepiscopalonline.org, 401-647-3905
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