eRISEN
Your Event & Calendar Newsletter
November 12th, 2008
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Diocesan Altar Guild
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New Website:
http://rhodeislandaltars.com/
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CELEBRATION OF NEW MINISTRY
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The Wardens, Vestry and Congregation of
Saint Mark's Episcopal Church
cordially invite you to attend
The Celebration of their 125th Anniversary
held in conjunction with
The Celebration of a New Ministry
at which
The Right Reverend Geralyn Wolf
Bishop of Rhode Island
will institute
The Reverend Richard C. Shippee
as Rector of Saint Mark's Episcopal Church
Sunday, the second day of November, two thousand eight,
at four o'clock in the afternoon
Saint Mark's Episcopal Church
10 Turner Avenue
Riverside, Rhode Island
Your prayers and presence are requested.
Reception following
Clergy: white stoles
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CELEBRATION OF NEW MINISTRY
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Celebration of New Ministry
The Wardens, Vestry and Congregation of
Church of the Ascension
Cordially invite you to attend
The Celebration of a New Ministry
at which
The Right Reverend Geralyn Wolf
Bishop of Rhode Island
will institute
The Reverend Gregory C. Lisby
as sixth Rector of
Church of the Ascension in Cranston.
Sunday, the sixteenth day of November,
Two thousand eight,
at four o'clock in the afternoon.
Church of the Ascension
390 Pontiac Ave
Cranston, Rhode Island 02910
www.ascensioncranston.org
Your prayers and presence are requested.
Reception following
Clergy: white stoles
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Scrabble for J2A!
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First Ever (we think)
Diocesan Wide
Scrabble Tournament!
Sunday, November 16
2 - 4 pm
St. Paul's Church
50 Park Place
Pawtucket
728-4300/ www.stpaulspawtucket.org
$10 adults/ $5 children under 10 and seniors
or $25 per family
Prizes and bragging rights for the winners!
A fund-raiser for
Journey to Adulthood'
Please call the church (728-4300) or
email to reserve a spot or table
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FACEBOOK GOUP: RI TAIZE
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Good morning!
The Autumn issue of RISEN is out. If you did not receive your copy or you wish to receive multiple copies, please contact the Diocese.
The NEW website has launched! It is an ongoing work in progress and will receive many updates over the next few months.
There are two Celebrations of New Ministry (see the sidebar for details). Be sure to get out and support Richard Shippee and Greg Lisby in their ministry.
The parish list of holiday bazaars is getting bigger! What a wonderful way to spend a weekend and support a local parish while shopping for loved ones. If your event is not listed, send it to risen@episcopalri.org.
Submission deadline for November's eRISEN is Tuesday the 25th.
Peace,
Jessica Gates
Diocesan Communications
Editor of RISEN, eRISEN & Blog
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FROM THE DIOCESAN HOUSE |
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COMMISSION ON MINISTRY
Offering 2008-2009 Discernment Program
Are you hearing a call to ministry?
Once again, the Commission on Ministry is happy to come to you with our Discernment Program for the coming year. This is a wonderful opportunity for adult members of the Body of Christ in Rhode Island to reflect and grow in their faith. It is also the first step in the process leading to ordination for the diaconate and the priesthood.
The program is very similar to the one offered last year. As a result of feedback we received from last year's participants, we are including a presentation on lay ministry, in addition to the presentations on the diaconate and priesthood.
The first session is an Introductory Dinner that is being held at the Church of the Epiphany, 1336 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence, on Thursday, November 13th at 6:00 PM. All clergy have information on the program, so please speak with your parish clergy if you are interested.
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RESOURCE CENTER / CHRISTIAN FORMATION
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 Fall Schedule:
Two Wednesday Evenings: November 12th and 19th
6:00pm to 9:30pm
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!
ECC RETREATS & CAMP
For detailed information on all Retreats / Conferences or to register for a retreat you can always call the Conference Center at (401) 568-4055.
DIOCESAN ALTAR GUILD
Altar Guild Flower Workshop
Saturday November 15, 2008
9:00 am-noon
Church of the Epiphany
Pawtucket Avenue
East Providence, RI
Shelley Dzeidzic, Diocesan Altar Guild Directress, will lead a flower workshop which will feature a lecture with slides and exhibits, a demo floral piece, and display as well as questions and comments. Ms Dzeidzic will also discuss theme, budget, ordering resources, basic mechanics for arrangements, new places to decorate, the RI fire code as it relates to fresh plant materials, and maintaining the display through Epiphany. Our Diocesan Altar Guild Directress is a wealth of knowledge. Her programs are always interesting and entertaining. If you would like to attend please contact Susan Bergstrand at
sbergstra@comcast.net to make your reservation..
CONFIRMATIONS
The '08 Confirmation Schedule is as follows:
Saturday, December 6th:
Advent Confirmations at the Cathedral of St. John, Providence
Rehearsal Please plan to have the candidates arrive one hour prior to the service for a walk-through of the liturgy. The candidates should have a 3x5 card on which are printed their first and middle names (no last names, please) in type large enough for the Bishop to read. It is also helpful to indicate in smaller print, somewhere on the card, which rite the candidate will be receiving, i.e. confirmation, reception, or re-affirmation.
Vestments Clergy will vest (white) and process and should be prepared to assist with the distribution of communion.
Parish Register Be sure to bring your parish register for the Bishop's signature.
Lectors and Collection The deaneries or host parish will need to provide ushers, and someone to take the collection and may provide lectors. It is especially appropriate to ask confirmands to present the gifts. Candidates should not, however, be asked to serve as lectors.
Reception The reception is the responsibility of the deanery and host parish.
Certificates Will be available at the event.
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AROUND THE DIOCESE |
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Saint John's (Ashton) Harvest Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 15, 10 am - 4 pm
Where: St. John's Parish Center, 1509 Mendon Road, Cumberland, RI
Info: Annie B's Farm, Mary Kay, Sue's Crafts & Florals, Puppy Luv, Tupperware, Wildtree Herbs, Home and Garden Party, Panache Creations, Chappy Girls, Cathrin's Paintings, The Body Shop, Mia Bello's Candles, Madam Gigi Beauty Parties (hair braiding, face painting, tattoos), Tastefully Simple, Sassy Crafters (crochet items), Deb Beanland Beaded Jewelry, handmade pocketbooks, totes and memory quilts, and baked items, Recycling Rocks. Also theme baskets, raffles, Grandma's Attic, activities for the kids, and more.
Contact: Annie Birman (401) 333-3251, akdab@aol.com
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Holiday Bazaar - St. Mark's, Riverside
When: November 22, 2008, 10 am - 2pm.
Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 10 Turner Ave, Riverside
Info:
St. Mark's Holiday Bazaar will offer Homemade Gifts, Crafts, Theme
Baskets, Candy &Nuts, Baked Goods, Preserves, and "2nd hand
treasures" for sale. Lunch will also be available for sale.
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St. Barnabas Church - Christmas Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: 3257 Post Road, Warwick, RI 02886
Info: Religious Items, Beautiful Handmade Crafts and Holiday Decorations, Scrumptious Baked Goods (including Thanksgiving Pies!), Gifts-to-Go, Raffle Items and Theme Baskets, Penny Social, White Elephant and a Fabulous Homemade Lunch served in our "Holiday Cafe!"
www.StBarnabasWarwick.org or 401.737.4141
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Advent Lessons & Carols
Sunday, November 30, 2008 at 5:30 pm
S. Stephens - 114 George Street, Providence, Rhode Island
Annual service offering scripture readings and music for the Advent season. A reception follows in our Great Hall.
Contact: Cory MacLean at 421-6702, or visit our website at www.sstephens.org
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St. Lukes Epsicopal Church
99 Peirce Street
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401)884-4116
The St. Luke's Choirs will be performing at the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the East Greenwich Courthouse on Thursday, December 4th at 5:30pm.
For more information or a schedule of worship services, please go to the St. Luke's website at stlukeseg.org
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Holiday Bazaar - Trinity Episcopal Church
Friday Dec.5th 3:00-8:00 PM
Saturday Dec. 6th 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Trinity Episcopal Church
251 Danielson Pike (Rt.6)
North Scituate, RI 02857
www.trinityepiscopalonline.org
Our famous boxwood trees and other holiday greens, Penny Social which includes a 7-night stay in Orlando, Florida, Food Cafe', Crafts, Gift Baskets, Fancy Pastry, Jewelry, Interactive Children's Room, Angels, Hand-Made Items, Country Cupboard. Join us!
for more information, contact:
401-647-2322
nstrinity@aol.com
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Welcome One and All to the annual Christ Church of Lincoln, RI Bazaar: HOME & HEARTH HOLIDAY FAIR
When: Friday Dec. 5
Info: Parish Supper and Preview Event, 5-8 and Sat. Dec. 6 from 9-3 will include Santa's Photo Village, Fresh Wreaths, Swags and Arrangements, Christmas trees, Jump Around inflatable fun for kids, Silent Auction, Penny Social, Stewardship Shop, Gift Baskets, The Country Store, Silent
Auction, Sweet Shoppe, and the 150th Anniversary edition. "The History of Christ Church" by Deacon Paul Pickens will be offered, with a special signingby the author. Visit the Snack Bar and enjoy the holiday sounds of our Handbell
Choir, visit the Kid's Corner Toys, get presents wrapped and and take home an apple pie.
Plenty of parking and on the busline at 1643 Londale Avenue, Lincoln, RI
www.christchurchlincoln.org
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St Peter's by the Sea Episcopal Church (corner of Central & Caswell Sts) in Narragansett will be holding a Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 9:00am to 3:00 pm in the church hall. There will be baked goods, greens, antiques, kay dee linens, american girl doll clothes, crafts, knitting, and Christmas ornaments. The St. Peter's 1st edition cookbook, highlighting member's cherished recipes, will be one of the many unique gift ideas. A delicious lunch will be available.
What an exciting way to begin the Holiday Season and what a great way to help support the wonderful work of St. Peter's by the Sea!!!
For more information contact: Mary Jane Long 741-1255 or Justine Greenwell 789-6082.
###Holy Trinity Christmas Craft Fair When: Saturday, December 6th from 10am to 4pm in the parish hall. Where: Holy Trinity, 1956 Main Road, Tiverton RI Info: Come to Tiverton to kick off the holiday season! You will find Christmas crafts, ornaments, silent auction, jewelry, books, beauty products, baked goods and a visit with Santa! Lunch available. ###St. Lukes Epsicopal Church
99 Peirce Street
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401)884-4116 The St. Lukes' Annual Christmas Concert will take place on Sunday, December 14th at 4pm. For more information or a schedule of worship services, please go to the St. Luke's website at stlukeseg.org |
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OF INTEREST TO ALL
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St. Margaret's Convent17 Highland Park Street Boston, MA 02119-1436 617-445-8961 (phone) Email: resbostonssm@yahoo.comwww.ssmbos.com EVENTS 2008Thursday, Nov. 27:Thanksgiving Holy Eucharist at 9:30 am. Thanksgiving Dinner at 12:45 pm. All are welcome. Please let us know that you are coming by November 23. Sunday, Nov. 30 :A Service of Advent Lessons & Carols will be held on Sunday, November 30 at 4:00 p.m. The program features congregational participation. Supper will follow. Please let us know that you are coming by November 25. Saturday, Dec. 13:An Advent Day of Prayer "Making Room in the Inn", will be held on Saturday, December 13th from 9:00 am until 3:30 pm. Led by Sr. Sarah, SSM. Join the Sisters for a Day of Prayer as we anticipate the coming of Christ into the world. Luncheon is included. The suggested donation is $35. Friday Dec. 19 - Saturday, Dec. 21: Personal Prayer Weekend - Begins Friday evening and ends on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. An opportunity to savor Advent's final days and to prepare for Christmas in the setting of a private retreat supported by an atmosphere of prayerful silence, the Eucharist and the Daily Office. Suggested donation $60 per night. Deposit of $60 required when registering. Wednesday, Dec. 24:The Christ-Mass 9:00 p.m. Reception follows. Wednesday, Dec. 31:Welcoming the New Year: A Service of Lessons & Carols. 7:30 p.m. Reception follows. EVENTS 2009Thursday, Jan. 01Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus. Holy Eucharist 11:30 a.m. Dinner following. Please make reservations by Dec. 26. ###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
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Cathedral of St. John
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MEP Update: The Cathedral of St. John
Very Reverend Harry Krauss, Cathedral Dean
From the PPS email Newsletter
http://www.ppsri.org/
At the 218th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island held on October 25, Bishop Geralyn Wolf noted: "The Cathedral, Diocesan House, Hallworth House, and the Edwards Homes sit on a beautiful square just beyond the heart of the city, and down the street from the State House. I believe that this block is an extraordinary resource, and have met with leaders from the resident institutions to brainstorm regarding the present and future use of the property. We have many ideas to explore in the coming months". A committee, chaired by the Cathedral Dean, the Very Reverend Harry Krauss, has been formed of the Cathedral Chapter and representatives of the other constituents of the square to explore these ideas. In addition, the committee has been authorized to consult with PPS, government and neighborhood agencies, planners, architects, and developers as their work unfolds. The committee is determined toward positive and exciting results by which to continue the ministries which have taken place on that square since 1722. The Cathedral of St. John was listed on the 2007 and 2008 Most Endangered Properties Lists.
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