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Greetings!
Hello!
Wow, there seems to be an event in here for almost every day through December! There will be plenty for people of all sorts of sensibilities to do this fall; runners, crafters, musicians, teachers, and students alike. Look closely and I guarantee you'll find just what you were looking for.
Most of the exciting news these past few weeks has been about Young folks! The kickoff BBQ for our Diocesan Youth Program attracted 50+ kids and their respective youth leaders. Despite the rainy day, It was great for some of the kids at our smaller parishes to get to interact with kids from larger youth groups!
Also, the Diocesan Chaplaincy at Brown and RISD has had its first few meetings. There seems to be 35-40 interested students, and average attendance is around 10 so far. What a good start for the Rev. Deacon Michael Tuck, our new Chaplain.
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan HousE
Journey to Adulthood Leader Training
When: September 30th, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: St Luke's, 99 Pierce Street, East Greenwich
Description: Join experienced leaders of Rite 13 and J2A groups for this evening program. This session will help teachers as they familiarize themselves with this wonderful but packed curriculum. Designed for both new and experienced J2A leaders. cost is $10 per person, and a light supper will be included
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ECW RETREAT With RUDY GALDONIK
When: October 2nd (4:00 pm) to Oct. 3rd (2:00 pm) Where: Canonicus Conference & Retreat Center Exeter, RI
Description: Rudy Wilson Galdonik, speaker, humorist and author of inspirational stories will be the facilitator at the ECW Diocesan-wide retreat.(Replacing Ann Hood) Rudy's stories have been published in "Teatime Stories for Women" and "Stories of God's Abundance". Rudy, a lifelong heart patient, is a Contributor to "Chicken Soup for Soul, Healthy Living Series". She is also Co-chair of the American Heart Association's Women and Heart Disease Committee, and is a recipient of the 2003 Heart of the Year Award. She speaks with humor about the over $40,000 worth of "stuff" in her chest, and her program with us is entitled "When God Says Go Take a Hike; Stepping Out in Faith." Retreat Cost is $100 with $35 registration fee required by September 8th SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE.
Contact: Elaine DaRosa 401-295-5758 BigE824@hotmail.com
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Happening
When: October 9th-11th 2009
Where: La Salette Shrine and Retreat Center 947 Park Street, Attleboro MA 02703
Description: Happening weekend is a suprise-filled Christian experience organized by teens for teens, with the help of past "Happeners" as well as clergy and lay adult leadership. Want to know more about what happens at Happening? Come.
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Taize at the Cathedral
When: October 11th 4:00pm
Where: The Cathedral of St John, 271 North Main Street
Description: Come to a Taize style sung prayer service on the second sunday of every month Contact: Ty Creason (401)274-4500 ty@episcopalri.org
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Teachers Needed for Financial Literacy
When: October 17 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Where: Diocesan Annex Description: The Diocese has received funds from Domestic Bank to provide financial wellness classes. Several parishes have offered space for the classes, which will be open to the community. On October 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., FDIC will be training our teachers. Teachers will work as teams and will be expected to teach at least two classes over the course of six months. The schedule will be flexible. You don't have to be a financial professional, just be able to learn basic financial information and teach a class of adults. Contact: Karen Runner 941-8858 krunner48@aol.com
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Safe Church/Healthy Church Practices When: October 15th 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: The Cathedral of St John, 271 N Main Street,Providence
Description: Safe Church Training is grounded in our call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being. This training provides an opportunity to enhance our ability to live out our Baptismal Covenant within our communities of faith and in the world beyond. Safe Church training is reccomended for all serving as staff or volunteers in any ministry and is required training for many specific positions.
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219th Diocesan Convention: Eucharist and Celebration of the Cathedral's 80th Anniversary
When: October 23 2009 6:00pm
Where:The Cathedral of St John, 271 N Main Street,Providence
Description: Come Celebrate the Cathedral of St. John's 80th Anniversary, with the opening Eucharist of our Diocesan Convention followed by a collation in synod Hall
Contact: Gloria Williams
(401) 274-4500
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219th Diocesan Convention
When: October 23 2009 6:00pm
Where:The Cathedral of St John, 271 N Main Street,Providence
Description: The theme for this year is "Shared Blessings" and our Guest this year will be The Bishop John Zawo of our companion Diocese in the Southern Sudan (pending his visa).
Contact: Gloria Williams
(401) 274-4500
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Taize at the Cathedral
When: November 8th 4:00pm
Where: The Cathedral of St John, 271 North Main Street
Description: Come to a Taize style sung prayer service on the second sunday of every month Contact: Ty Creason (401)274-4500 ty@episcopalri.org
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Episcopal Church Women Annual MeetingWhen: November 14, 2009 Where: St.George's Parish Clinton Street Central Falls Description: Registration is at 10:00 am, followed by a Holy Eucharist with Bishop Wolf as celebrant. Catered lunch will be served, followed by an inspirational program presented by Katherine Lucey, addressing her work with Solar Africa on climate change and global poverty. Solar Africa provides solar power to enhance education, improve health and safety and create economic opportunity. Everyone throughout the Diocese is invited to this timely and extremely interesting program to see how one day at a time and one person at a time can change the world. Cost of the luncheon is $7.00. Contact: For luncheon reservation and information contact Mrs. Elaine DaRosa 401-295-5758 BigE824@hotmail.com
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Safe Church/Healthy Church Practices When: November 14th 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: St. Thomas, 322 Church Street, Alton
Description: Safe Church Training is grounded in our call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being. This training provides an opportunity to enhance our ability to live out our Baptismal Covenant within our communities of faith and in the world beyond. Safe Church training is reccomended for all serving as staff or volunteers in any ministry and is required training for many specific positions.
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Clergy Spouses Dinner with Phoebe Griswold
When: Friday January 22
Where: TBA
Description: Save the Date for this Clergy Spouses-only event, with Phoebe Griswold, the spouse of our former Presiding Bishop Frank Griswold. Keep an eye out for more information! Contact: Bishop Wolf's spouse, Tom Bair Bairtom@gmail.com
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Diocesan Youth 30 Hour Famine
When: Saturday January 30- Sunday January 31 Where: St. Martin's Church 50 Orchard Ave. Providence, RI 02906 Description: Join with other young Episcopalians in World Vision's 30 hour famine. You will become more aware of world hunger and the global community and participate in doing something about it! Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski (401) 274-4500 or Raquel Ray 245-3690 ( St. Matthew's, Barrington) maryann@episcopalri.org or vonandraquel@verizon.net
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The Cathedral of St. John
Silent Auction at the Cathedral
When: Friday, October 2; 7-10 PM Where: Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main Street, providence Description: A Silent Auction will be held at the cathedral of St. John to benefit the Cathedral Food Pantry. Many fine items will be available for bid and refreshments will be served. Please come and have a fun evening while supporting the work of the cathedral Food Pantry! Contact: Barbara Mays-Stock BMaysStock@cox.net
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Around THE Diocese
St. John's "Pumpkin Junction" Pumpkin SaleWhen: Sep. 27th through Oct. 31st Where: St. Johns Church, County Rd. Barrington, RI Description: Pumpkins, mums, & gords set on the hill - makes a wonderful backdrop for fall photos and the best pumpkin selection in the area! Family Festival on Sat. Oct. 3rd includes over 40 vendors, cafe', baked goods, rides, games, storyteller, pony rides and more! Contact: Kerri Payne 401-245-2667 kerripayne@cox.net www.stjohnsbarrington.org
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Contemplative Walking with Noonday Office
When: Tuesday's & Thursdays 12:00, throughout 2009 Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church 10 Turner Ave. Riverside Description: Noonday Office and then Contemplative Walking on the East Bay Bike Path. This event is rain or shine, we will walk indoors if the weather is prohibitive Contact: Sue Rossi 433-0211 office@stmarksriverside.org
www.stmarksriverside.org
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Renewal of Ministry and Welcoming of a New Rector
When: October 4, 2009, 4:00pm Where: St. Michael's Church 399 Hope St. Bristol, RI 02809 Description: We are celebrating the renewal of Ministry and welcoming of The Rev. David J. Lucey as Rector of St. MIchael's. Contact: Elizabeth Vargas 253-7717 stmichaels@fullchannel.net
www.stmichaelsbristolri.org
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Spiritual Seekers
When: Wed's. Oct. 7th - Nov. 18th 7:00 to 8:30 pm Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church 10 Turner Ave. Riverside Description: An introduction to dreams and the symbolic language of the spirit. Contact: Sue Rossi 433-0211 office@stmarksriverside.org
www.stmarksriverside.org
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Salvation and the MoviesWhen: October 7, 2009, 10:00 AM Where: Synod Hall, The Cathedral Description: The Clergy Association is sponsoring a presentation by Steve Vineberg, Professor of Theatre and film at College of the Holy Cross. Contact: Susan Wrathall at slwrathall@gmail.com or Rich Bardusch at 401-331-3225. slwrathall@gmail.com
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Mid-Day Concert At All Saints' Memorial ChurchWhen: Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 12:15 - 12:45 Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 Description: Oct. 7, Carol Bolton (Soprano) and Joe Bolton (Jazz Trumpeter) Oct. 14, Barry Turley, Organist Oct.21, Marilyn Baker, Soloist Dwight Thomas, Organist Contact: Grace Malaby 401-751-1747 grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorial.com
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St. Columba's 5k Run/Walk for the Island When: October 10, 2009, 9:00am (Register at 7:30). Where: St. Columba's Chapel, 55 Vaucluse Avenue, Middletown, RI Description: Come run or walk this Beautiful course along the banks of the Sakonnet on Indian Avenue, to benefit Aquidneck Island charitable organizations. Cost is $18.00 for those who pre-register online at: www.needtorace.com by Oct. 6th. Race Day registration is $20.00. T-Shirts will be given to the first 150 registrants on the morning of the 10th. Awards will go to the top 3 men & women in each age division: 18 & under, 19-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. Light refreshments will follow the race. Contact: Scott Nicholson 401-864-5740 scottnicholson@cox.net www.needtorace.com ***
Pumpkin FairWhen: Saturday, October 17, 2009 Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1336 Pawtucket Ave., Rumford Description: Set amidst the parish's annual pumpkin sale, the fair features a mix of crafts and yard sale tables. Crafts range from jewelry to candles and fabric crafted items. The kitchen is also open for a chowder house. Contact: Susan McDonald, 401-728-4382 sewsoo@cox.net
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St. David's on the Hill E-Waste Recycling Event
When: October, 17th 2009, 9 am to Noon Where: Garden City Center Gazebo, Route 2, Cranston Description: St. David's on the Hill and Office Recycling Solutions will host a computer and electronics collection and paper shredding event. For a $2 fee you can dispose of those unused electronic items taking up space in your basement. There is an additional fee for TV's and Air Conditioners. Go to the website listed below for a complete list of items that will be taken. Contact: Brent Mancuso 580-7882 BrentM@OfficeRecyclingSolutions.com
www.stdavidsonthehill.net or www.OfficeRecyclingsolutions.com
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Choral Evensong
When: Sunday, October 18th, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI 02903 Description: The Grace Church Choir will sing Choral Evensong at Grace Church. Food and fellowship will follow. Contact: Call Mark Johnson at 401-331-3225 for information. carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Greece; Journey to the Land of St. Paul Informational MeetingWhen: Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm Where: Christ Church Parish Hall, 7 Elm Street, Westerly, RI 02891 Description: Fr. Chris Pappas will lead this pilgrimage to Greece April 8-17, 2010. Highlights of the trip planned include Thessaloniki, The Archeological Museum, St. Demetrius Basilica, Kavala Philippi, Vergina, Kalambaka, Meteora, Delphi, Corinth, Athens, Acropolis, and the Taverna Dinner Show. Contact: Christ Church 401-596-0197 frchris@aya.yale.edu
Providence String Quartet and Community MusicWorks PlayersWhen: October 24, 2009 - 8:00PM Where: St. Michael's Church 399 Hope Street Bristol, RI 02809 Description: Enjoy an evening of strains of a Brahms String Quintet chamber music. Tix $20, $15(srs) $10 (children) Contact: St. Michael's Church 253-7717 stmichaels@fullchannel.net
www.stmichaelsbristolri.org
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Fall Craft Show & Raffle
When: October 24th 9am-2pm Where: Church of Transfiguration 1665 Broad Street, Cranston, RI Description: Crafters sell handmade goods, food, raffle table, bake table. Contact: Sue Blakely 401-434-4112 kido59@cox.net
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St. Mary's "Slide Into The Holidays" Bazaar
When: October 24, 2009 9am-3pm Where: St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 81 Warren Ave East Providence, RI 02914 Description: The bazaar will be featuring a Penny Social, Homemade Fudge, Baked Goods and Sweet Treats, a Farmer's Market, Fine Things, Preserves, a Snack Bar and many crafts and homemade items. The Thrift Shop and Book Nook will also be open. Contact: Terri Capron or Cheryl Zarycki 401-434-7456 tcapron1970@yahoo.com
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Fall Evensong at Christ Church, Westerly
When: Sunday Oct. 25 at 5:00pm
Where: 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI 02891
Description: This Evensong will focus on 20th century English music and include the works of Herbert Howells, Michael Walsh, and H. Balfour Gardiner.
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: October 28th at 7 p.m. Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candlelight, and the island drummers. Held on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Contact: Erica Tonner, Administrator 401-466-2911 saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
www.stannsbythesea.com
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Contemplative Walking with Noonday OfficeWhen: Tuesday's & Thursdays 12:00, throughout 2009 Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church 10 Turner Ave. Riverside Description: Noonday Office and then Contemplative Walking on the East Bay Bike Path. This event is rain or shine, we will walk indoors if the weather is prohibitive Contact: Sue Rossi 433-0211 office@stmarksriverside.org
www.stmarksriverside.org
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Readings and Music for All Saints'/ All Souls When: Sunday, November 9th, 2009 Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence RI 02903 Description: The Grace Church Choir will sing Readings and Music for All Saints'/ All Souls at Grace Church. Food and fellowship will follow. Contact: Call Mark Johnson at 401-331-3225 for information. carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Holiday Craft & Food Sale
When: Saturday, November 14th 10-3 & Sunday, November 15 Where: St. Mary's Episcopal Church Gibbs House 324 East Main Road Portsmouth, RI 02871 Description: The Anasazi Group (Wise Elders) will be holding a Holiday Craft & Food Sale in the Gibbs House. This is a fundraiser for the new Parish House and will include crafts and baked goods made by the talented parishioners of St. Mary's. Contact: Susan Kelchner 401-683-9745 jkelchner@cox.net
www.saintmarysepiscopalchurch.org
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Fall Evensong at Christ Church, Westerly
When: Sunday November 15th at 5:00pm
Where: 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI 02891
Description: This Evensong will include music by Sir David Willcocks. Sir David has been a very great friend to the Christ Church Choir for many years and we are honored to sing his Magnificat, Nunc dimittis, and Preces and Responses in this year, as Sir David celebrates his 90th birthday in December.
Contact: Jeanne MacLaughlin Parish Administrator
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St. David's "Holidays on the Hill" BazaarWhen: Saturday, November 21st 9 am to 2 pm Where: St. David's Church, 200 Meshanticut Valley Parkway, Cranston, RI, 02920 Description: Come Join us for our annual Holidays on the Hill Bazaar - We have lots of vendors with Jewelry, Crafts, Cosmetics, Homegoods and more.There will be a home-made bakesale, Santa Pics, Gift Baskets, a Tag Sale, and even activities for the kids. Contact: Grace Malaby 821-6011 or Beth Hammond 942-4368 Spock4ever@aol.com or stdavidsonthehill@verizon.netwww.stdavidsonthehill.net
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St Barnabas' Annual Holiday Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 21 9AM to 3PM Where: St. Barnabas' Church 3257 Post Road Warwick Description: A Holiday Bazaar featuring Crafts & Stitchery, Theme Baskets, a Penny Social, Baked Goods, a Children's Game, the White Elephant Room, and a delicious luncheon. Contact: Ron Bonenfant 827-6352 Arby5481@cox.net
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: November 25th at 7 p.m.
Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island
Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candlelight, and the island drummers. Held on the fourth Wednesday of each month.
Contact: Erica Tonner, Administrator 401-466-2911
saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
www.stannsbythesea.com
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Contemplative Walking with Noonday Office
When: Tuesday's & Thursdays 12:00, throughout 2009 Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Church 10 Turner Ave. Riverside Description: Noonday Office and then Contemplative Walking on the East Bay Bike Path. This event is rain or shine, we will walk indoors if the weather is prohibitive Contact: Sue Rossi 433-0211 office@stmarksriverside.org
www.stmarksriverside.org
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St. Peter's BazaarWhen: Saturday, Dec. 5, 2009, 9:00 a.m. Where: St. Peter's by-the-Sea 72 Central Street Narragansett, RI 02882 Description: Gift baskets, bake sale, cheese sale, crafts, vendors, lunch, flea market Contact: Linda O'Neill 401-783-4623 stpetersbythesea@verizon.net
www.stpetersbythesea.com
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Advent Carol Service When: Sunday, December 6th 2009, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence RI 02903 Description: The Grace Church Choir will sing Advent Carol Service at Grace Church. Food and fellowship will follow. Contact: Call Mark Johnson at 401-331-3225 for information. carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: December 23rd at 7 p.m. Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candlelight, and the island drummers. Held on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Contact: Erica Tonner, Administrator 401-466-2911 saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
www.stannsbythesea.com
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Christmastide Lessons and CarolsWhen: Sunday, January 3rd, 2009, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence RI 02903 Description: The Grace Church Choir will sing Christmastide Lessons and Carols at Grace Church. Food and fellowship will follow. Contact: Call Mark Johnson at 401-331-3225 for information. carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Reading and Music for Epiphany When: Sunday, January 17th, 2009, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence RI 02903 Description: The Grace Church Choir will sing Reading and Music for Epiphany at Grace Church. Food and fellowship will follow. Contact: Call Mark Johnson at 401-331-3225 for information. carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: January 27th at 7 p.m. Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candlelight, and the island drummers. Held on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Contact: Erica Tonner, Administrator 401-466-2911 saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
www.stannsbythesea.com
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Great Day of ServiceWhen: Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, 9am-1pm Where: More than 50 non-profit locations around the state of Rhode Island. Description: An opportunity for all ages to volunteeer for 4 hours with people from all walks of life. Please visit our website for on-line registration and a listing of all the sites. Contact: greatday@greatdayofservice.com
www.greatdayofservice.com
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Faith Walk for Charity
When: Sunday, October 18, 2009 1pm registration; 2pm walk Where: Colt State Park, Bristol, RI Description: 1 mile walk, rain or shine, to bring awareness of hunger and homelessness in our state. ALL donations to benefit Amos House. Contact: Faith Walk for charity 95 Chestnut St., Suite 500 Providence, RI faithwalkforcharity@gmail.com
www.faithwalkforcharity.org
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RI Interfaith Power and Light "Cool Congregations Training"
When: Sunday October 18th 1:00-5:00pm
Where: Newman Congregational Church, 100 Newman Ave, Rumford RI, 02916
Description:Help your congregation save Creation by shrinking their carbon footprint at home. Become a Cool Congregations Trainer for your congregation! Come to one of our our train-the-trainer workshops. It's fun, informative, and will teach you to help your faith community understand and reduce their carbon footprint at home. Become better stewards of Creation by understanding your own household's energy usage and learning practical steps to increased energy efficiency.To learn more about the Cool Congregations program visit our website below.
Contact: RI Interfaith power and light
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Episcopal charities
 EPISCOPAL CHARITIES UPDATE"God calls us to love and help others"
We continue to give thanks and be gratefull to our volunteers who are working hard to encourage people in their parishes to participate in the wonderful work of Episcopal Charities. We commend and appreciate our donors for their commitment to this important mission. Together you are making a significant difference in the lives of our neighbors across Rhode Island who are in fragile situations and living on the edge.
If you have not made your contribution yet, please think about all the good your gift can do to make a difference. Join with others across our diocese to help Christ in healing the gaps, hurts, and brokenness in thousands of lives. They need our help. We need yours.
Campaign Update:
As of September 10, 2009, pledges are 72% of toward our $500,000 goal.
Participation in our parishes is 54%.
Here's how you can help: Pray. Give. Encourage Others. Be Joyful and Thankful!
Contact the Episcopal Charities Office at (401)274-4500 ext. 234 for Peggy and 233 for Jack peggy@episcopalri.org | |
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