| Greetings!
It is December! My how time flies by. If the shopping season is wearing you thin and you are looking for some peace and quiet, stop in at one of the "Advent Quiet Days" or "Lessons and Carols" being held at various parishes across RI. There are still a few holiday Bazars left to go too, if you are looking for a unique gift for a unique person.
In other news, this is Bishop John Zawo's last weekend in the USA. Visit the Companion Diocese committee's Ezo and RI blog to learn more about Ezo and his visit. Bishop John will also be speaking at the Advent Confirmations at the Cathedral Saturday morning. Stop by if you haven't seen him yet, as it may be your last chance before he flies home.
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan HousE
Advent Diocesan Confirmations
When: Saturday December 5th 10:00am Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main Street, Providence RI Description: Come to our Annual Advent Confirmations, to support the Diocese of Rhode Island's confirmands on their big day! Contact: Gloria Williams 401-274-4500 [email protected]
www.episcopalri.org
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Anger and Resentment: The Myth of Power Workshop and Guided Meditation
When: Monday, December 7th 6pm - 8 pm Where: Synod Hall, Cathedral of St. John 271 North Main St., Providence, RI Description: Over 80% of inmates at ACI have a substance abuse history. The ones who are eager to change and find a new way to live usually sign up for a spirituality course focused on character development which is offered by the Episcopal Chaplaincy. Join us in an actual simulation and debriefing of one of these classes in action: "Anger & Resentment: The Myth of Power" Open to all adults willing to participate. YOU MUST RSVP BY 12/4/09 Contact: Rev. Dr. Joyce Penfield 401-429-6112 or 401-350-0021 [email protected]
www.episcopalri.org
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Taize at the Cathedral
When: December 13th 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 [email protected]
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United Thank Offering Grants
When: Deadline for submission December 15, 2009 Where: All applications are available on the diocesan web site at www.episcopalri.org/utoDescription: Grant awards are for projects occurring during the year June 2010 through June 2011. This year the United Thank Offering is inviting your diocese to submit one grant application for the 2010 United Thank Offering grant cycle. In addition, the UTO has invited the diocese to submit one grant application in collaboration with their companion diocese. Contact: Marjorie Reeves-Briden [email protected]
www.episcopalri.org/uto
Taize at the Cathedral
When: January 10th 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 [email protected]
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Breakfast with the Bishop
When: January 16th, 8:30am Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main Street, Providence, RI Description: In this year's Convention Address Bishop Wolf outlined 10 points that parishes in transformation all follow. She then invited us all to discuss these 10 points with our home parishes and then to come gather at the Cathedral for breakfast and sharing of ideas. Haven't heard tell of these 10 points? Ask your clergy or vestry members about them, then get a group together to discuss them and come to the breakfast. To read Bishop Wolf's convention address witht he 10 points visit www.episcopalri.org Contact: Liz Crawley 401-274-4500 [email protected] www.episcopalri.org
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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 [email protected]
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Anti Racism Training; Seeing the Face of God in Each Other
When: January 27th 2010 4-8pm, and January 28th 2010 9am - 4pm. Both days are required
Where: Cathedral of St. John 271 North Main Street Providence, Rhode Island
Description: Save the date, this training is required by The Episcopal Church for all clergy. More details will follow.
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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) [email protected] or [email protected]
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Province I College Student Retreat
When: February 19-21, 2010 Where: Barbara C. Harris Camp and Conference Center Greenfield, NH Description: A weekend of rest, fellowship, worship, learning, and very good food! All undergrads and grad students affiliated with Episcopal and ecumenical parishes and chaplaincies are welcome. Please share the invitation with all college students in your parish, as well as those who grew up in your parish & are off to college. Cost per student: $40.
Contact: Amy McCreath, Prov. I Coordinator for Campus Ministries [email protected]
http://www.province1.org/
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Around THE Diocese
Trinity N. Scituate Holiday BazaarWhen: Dec.4th 3-9 PM & Dec.5th 8-4PM Where: Trinity Church 251 Danielson Pike N.Scituate, RI trinityepiscopalonline.org 647-2322 Description: Penny Social includes 2010 Summer Orlando Vacation & Thomas Kinkade Lithograph. Delicious Meals at our Cafe - Greens table with wreaths, swags, boxwood trees -Children's room with games, prizes,story telling on Sat.at 2 PM. Various venders and crafters, gift baskets, homemade cookies and desserts, handmade items and more.... Contact: Debbie Luchka 647-5014 [email protected]
www.trinityepiscopalonline.org
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Holiday Craft Fair - Holy Trinity ChurchWhen: December 5th, 2009 from 10am to 4pm Where: Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 1956 Main Road, Tiverton RI 02878 Description: Parking in lot or on street. Silent auction, wreath sales, crafts, local artisans, holiday and children's gifts, baked goods, Lunch Served, Visit from Santa! Holy Trinity Saturday Service begins at 5pm. Contact: Cindy Cwalina, Parish Administrator [email protected]
http://www.holytrinitychurch.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 [email protected]
www.stpetersbythesea.com
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Christmas Bazaar
When: Saturday, December 5th 9 am - 2pm Where: St. Peter's & St. Andrew's Church 25 Pomona Avenue Providence, RI 02908 Description: The typical -- crafts, delicious food, penny social, fun games, and lots of networking. Contact: Catherine Calistra 401-272-9649 [email protected]
www.stpetersandstandrews.org
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Christmas Bazaar & LuncheonWhen: Saturday, December 5, 2009 Luncheon 11 am - 1 pm Where: Christ Church Parish Hall 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI Description: Crafts, baked goods, jewelry, decorated green wreaths, poinsettias, The Church Mouse, Best Items yard sale, theme baskets Luncheon-$8. homemade soups, breads, salad & desserts made & served by the Choir Contact: Jeanne MacLaughlin 401-596-0197 [email protected]
www.christchurchwestery.org
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Advent Quiet Day
When: Saturday, December 5, 2009 Times TBA Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI 02906 Description: A day of quiet reflection for the Advent Season; meditations by The Rev'd Deacon Michael G. Tuck Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702 [email protected]
www.sstephens.org
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Christmas BazaarWhen: Saturday, December 5, 2009 9a -2p Where: Church of the Ascension 370 Main Street Wakefield, RI 02879 Description: As always Ascension's world renowned Christmas greens and holiday baked goods will be featured. Contact: Karen Crosby 4012841129 [email protected]
www.ascensionwakefield.org
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Advent Lessons & Carols at St. Paul's
When: Sunday, December 6, 5:00 pm Where: St. Paul's Church 50 Park Place Pawtucket Description: Scripture readings and Advent carols for the season. A reception will follow. Contact: Fr. Locke 728-4300 [email protected]
www.stpaulspawtucket.org
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Advent Carol Service at Grace 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. [email protected]
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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Sung Vespers & Mass for the Immaculate Conception of the BVMWhen: Tuesday, December 8, 2009, 5 & 5:30 Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI 02906 Description: Sung Vespers & Mass in the Lady Chapel Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702 [email protected]
www.sstephens.org
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Festival of Lessons and Carols for Advent
When: Sunday December 13, 2009 4 PM Where: St. Paul's Church 55 Main Street Wickford, RI 294-4357 Description: The Choirs of St. Paul's Wickford Mark Steinbach, DMA Director of Music The Rev. Philip J. Tierney, Rector Present a Service of Lessons and Carols Including "Satyagraha, Act III, Conclusion" by Philip Glass Reception to follow Free Will Offering All Welcome Contact: Tina Butler 294-2711 Mark Steinbach 294-4357 x 106 [email protected]
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Church of the Holy spirit Advent Quiet Day
When: Sat. Dec 14, 9:30am-2:30pm Where: Church of the Holy Spirit, 4150 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, RI Description: "Let each heart prepare a home where such a mighty guest may come!" Taize chant and seasonal music interspersed with meditations and silence, to prepare for Christ's return. Contact: Fr. Michael Tessman 401-364-6368 [email protected] www.holyspiritri.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 [email protected]
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. [email protected]
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. [email protected]
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 [email protected]
www.stannsbythesea.com
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An Advent Day of Prayer "Making Room in the Inn"
When: Saturday, December 13th from 9am until 3:30 pm
Where: ST. MARGARET'S CONVENT 17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET Boston, MA 02119
Description: 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.
Contact: Reservations Desk 617-445-8961 x127
[email protected]
www.ssmbos.org
St Margaret's Personal Prayer Weekend
When: Friday, Dec.19- Sunday Dec. 21.
Where: ST. MARGARET'S CONVENT 17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET BOSTON, MA 02119
Description: 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.
Contact: Reservations Desk 617-445-8961 x127
[email protected]
www.ssmbos.org
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The Christ-Mass at St. Margaret'sWhen: December 24, 9:00 pm Where: ST. MARGARET'S CONVENT 17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET BOSTON, MA 02119 Description: Our Christmas Eve Eucharist. Reception follows. Contact: Reservations Desk 617-445-8961 x127 [email protected]
www.ssmbos.org
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Welcoming the New Year: A Service of Lessons & Carols at St. Margaret's ConventWhen: Wednesday, December 31st at 7:30 pm Where: ST. MARGARET'S CONVENT 17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET BOSTON, MA 02119 Description: One of our most popular events of the year, this service of Scripture readings and the singing of carols is a memorable way to ring in the New Year! Accommodations are available by calling the Reservations Desk at 617-445-8961 x127. But be sure to register early, as the Convent always fills up for this weekend! Please let us know that you are coming by December 23. Contact: Reservations Desk 617-445-8961 x127 [email protected]
www.ssmbos.org
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When: Thursday January 1st at 11:30 am Where: ST. MARGARET'S CONVENT 17 HIGHLAND PARK STREET BOSTON, MA 02119 Description: Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus Holy Eucharist 11:30 a.m. Dinner following. Please make reservations by Dec. 26. Contact: Reservations Desk 617-445-8961 x127 [email protected]
www.ssmbos.org
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Witness for Peace Delegation: Peaceful Ways
When: February 6-16, 2010 Where: Oaxaca, Mexico Description: Peaceful Ways: Stories of Sustainable Living is a Witness for Peace delegation. We will spend 10 days exploring social justice and sustainability with Mexicans who are living it! Please call or email for more information. Contact: Susan Letendre 401-268-9810 [email protected]
http://www.witnessforpeace.org/article.php?id=804
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Episcopal charities
 EPISCOPAL CHARITIES UPDATE"They Need Our Help...We Need Yours."
We continue to give thanks and gratefulness 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.
Letters have been sent to those who have already given a gift this year. We are asking for these donors to consider a second gift. These are unprecedented times for Episcopal Charities, and the thousands of people your donation helps. Commitments have been made to many agencies that help those who need it most.
To meet these commitments we are hoping that those who have not yet made a contribution will join us in this effort and those who have given might consider helping a bit more.
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.
Campaign Update:
As of December 2, 2009, pledges are $409,153. That's only 82% of our $500,000 goal.
There's still time to give and help!
Need a Special Gift for a Special Someone?
You can give a gift to honor someone who is special to you, someone who has done something nice for you, as a memorial remembrance, or in recognition of an anniversary or birthday, and accomplishment or just to show you care. We will let that person know that you are thinking of them.
Holiday time is a time of thanksgiving. It's important to reflect on our own blessings and help others weather these difficult times.
Pray. Give. Encourage Others. Be Joyful and Thankful!
Wishing you and yours a
Blessed, Healthy and Safe Holiday Season
Contact the Episcopal Charities Office at (401)274-4500 ext. 234 for Peggy and 233 for Jack [email protected] | |
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