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It is that time of year again where Convocation 2010 is around the corner, February 27th to be exact. This year's program is "A Day with Reggie McNeal" (See the full ad here). Please remember to register online by February 19th! To do so you can visit www.episcopalri.org for more info, or click the button below to get started:
In other news, there are now photos online from our recent Diocesan benefit for Haiti, Michael Tuck's ordination at S. Stephen's, The clergy and spouses' dinner, and the Diocesan Youth 30 Hour Famine. Visit www.facebook.com/episcopalri to view the pictures, whether you are a facebook member or not.
The Diocese of Rhode Island is also proud to announce our newly elected officers to the Province One ECW. The President is Marjorie Reeves-Briden of Chepachet. The Treasurer is Priscilla McFarland of N.Smithfield and the Secretary is Bernice Belt of N.Providence. Congratulations ladies.
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan HousE
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Companion Diocese Planning Meeting
When: February 10th, 2010 at 5:30PM
Where: Diocesan Annex, 275 N. Main Street, Providence
Description: We will begin with Prayer, and focus on our strategic plan for continued involvement in the lives of our Companion Dioceses, Ezo and Louisiana. we will discuss ways to invite particular participation from among this diocese' parishes. Anyone who is passionate about this ministry is invited to attend. The groups will work in LARI/Ezo sub-committees for a portion of the time. Contact:Mary Ann Kolakowski (401)274-4500 x247 maryann@episcopalri.org
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Province I College Student RetreatWhen: 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 mccreath@mit.edu
http://www.province1.org/
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Diocesan Convocation: A Day With Reggie McNeal
When: February 27th 2010
Where: The Marriott, 1 orms street, Providence, RI
Description: Reggie McNeal is an acclaimed author and lecturer who challenges Christian leaders to re-think the way we live into our missions and our congregational development. At this year's Diocesan Convocation, Reggie will be spending the day with us discussing his books The Present Future: Six tough Questions for the Church and Missonial Renaissance: Changing the Scorecard for the Church. Follow these links to read googlebooks' extensive excerpts, for a taste of what Reggie will be speaking about. Want to know more? Contact us about receiving a copy of these books for your parish. Registration is $20 and will be done online this year!
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Taizé at the CathedralWhen: March 14th At 4PM Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 N. Main Street, Providence Description: Monthly candlelit services in the Taize tradition, on the second Sunday of every month. Contact: Tylan Creason (401) 274-4500 Ty@episcopalri.org
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Leadership Training Day
When: March 27th 2010, 9am-3pm
Where: Synod Hall, The Cathedral of St. John, 271 North Main St, Providence, RI
Description: Come fill your leadership toolkit. The program this year will include presentations and workshops tailored to specifically support the ministries of Wardens, Vestries, Treasurers, and all other lay leadership. Look for more information soon!
Contact: Ty Creason at 401-274-4500 or ty@episcopalri.org
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Renewal of Ordination Vows
When: March 30th at 9am
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 North main st, Providence, RI
Description:All are welcome to come participate in the annual renewal of our Clergy's Ordination Vows. Clergy dress is requested to be surplice with red stole
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Taizé at the CathedralWhen: April 11th At 4PM Where: The Cathedral of St. John, 271 N. Main Street, Providence Description: Monthly candlelit services in the Taize tradition, on the second Sunday of every month. Contact: Tylan Creason (401) 274-4500 Ty@episcopalri.org
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Diocesan Youth Night WatchWhen: Friday April 16 -Saturday April 17, 2010
Where: Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave.NY,NY 10025
Description: High School Aged Young People will travel to NYC to the Cathedral for its famous Night Watch Program see www.stjohndivine.org for more info.
Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski 274-4500 or Catherine Thenault
CAThenault@cox.net or maryann@episcopalri.org
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Pilgrimage to Taizé
When: May 30th to June 8th at 4PM
Where: Taize Monastery, Taize France.
Description: A trip for young adults over the age of 18, to spend a week living, working, and worshipping with the Taize brothers and young people from around the world.
Contact: Tylan Creason (401) 274-4500 Ty@episcopalri.org
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ECW Spiritual Retreat 2010When: Friday October 15th & Saturday October 16th 2010 Where: Canonicus Retreat Center Exeter Rd Exeter RI Description: SAVE THE DATE. Mark your calendar now for the RI ECW's Annual Women's Spiritual Retreat, which will be held at Canonicus Retreat Center in Exeter with nationally acclaimed author and Rhode Island native, Ann Hood, as our facilitator. Details will follow at a later date. Contact: Elaine DaRosa 401-295-5758 Bige824@hotmail.com
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Around THE Diocese
Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: February 24th at 5PM 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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Love In The AfternoonWhen: Valentines Day, February 14, 3 p.m. Where: All Saints' Memorial Church, 674 Westminster St, Providence, RI Description: Free...An afternoon of spoken word and music to celebrate the many aspects and types of love. Followed by a reception of scrumptious desserts. Contact: Grace Malaby 741-1747 grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorialchurch.com
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Vendor FairWhen: saturday, Feb. 27,2010 Where: St. Thomas Church Greenville, RI Description: Home party plans such as Avon, Pampered Chef, Wildtree Herbs, Usborne Books, Dove Chocolate and more will be represented. Lunch will be available. Contact: Robin Caron 232-2428 madmom19@aol.com
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Haitian Relief Fundraiser
When: Sunday, Feb 28,2010 2pm Where: St. Thomas Church Greenville,RI Description: For your pleasure the choral group Encore will perform. There will be a free will donation with proceeds going to Haiti Relief. Contact: Debbie Farrar 231-8857 dfarrar@cox.net
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Lenten Choral Evensong
When: February 28, 2010, 5PM Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson St. Providence RI 02903 Description: Come hear our choir Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330 6787 or Carolina Boyle 401-331 3225 carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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St Michael's Yoga
When: Thursdays at 6PM
Where: St. Michael's Bristol 399 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Description: St. Michael's has an excellent opportunity for you! We have a small yoga group that meets weekly in the Ivy Room of the Tildesly building. Come achieve the many healthful benefits yoga has for the regular practitioner. As yoga teaches us to meditate we learn to listen, to concentrate, and to be present in the moment. There is no membership fee.
Contact: Louisa Jones 401-396-5067 louisajones@cox.net
http://www.stmichaelsbristolri.org
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Easter Feast Cooking Demo and Wine Pairing
When: Friday, March 12, 2010 6:30pm Where: St. Andrew's School 63 Federal Road Barrington, RI Description: Anne Sage, a trained Cordon Bleu chef and her husband, Jesse Sgro, a wine expert, will share their talent for extraordinary food and wine by presenting a cooking demonstration of Easter dishes and teaching of the perfect pairing of wine. The event includes dining on the fare and wine, recipes and silent auction items. The cost is $30 per person. Your check is your reservation and may be made payable to St. John's Church and sent to Lyn Cleary, 6 Ferncliff Road Barrington, RI 02806. All proceeds benefit St. John's Outreach. Contact: Lyn Cleary 245-9745 lyn.cleary@cox.net
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Passiontide Meditation
When: March 21, 2010, 5 p.m.
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson St. Providence RI 02903
Description: Come hear our choir
Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330 6787 or Carolina Boyle 401-331 3225 carboyle@live.com
www.GraceChurchProvidence.org
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St Michael's Yoga
When: Thursdays at 6PM
Where: St. Michael's Bristol 399 Hope Street, Bristol, RI
Description: St. Michael's has an excellent opportunity for you! We have a small yoga group that meets weekly in the Ivy Room of the Tildesly building. Come achieve the many healthful benefits yoga has for the regular practitioner. As yoga teaches us to meditate we learn to listen, to concentrate, and to be present in the moment. There is no membership fee.
Contact: Louisa Jones 401-396-5067 louisajones@cox.net
http://www.stmichaelsbristolri.org
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Readings and Music for Eastertide
When: April 25, 2010, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson St. Providence RI 02903 Description: Come hear our choir Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330 6787 or Carolina Boyle 401-331-3225 carboyle@verizon.net
www.GraceChurchProvidence.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 susan@sevenstorymarket.com
http://www.witnessforpeace.org/article.php?id=804
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Episcopal charities
EPISCOPAL CHARITIES UPDATE
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CONVOCATION
February 27th, 2010
A Day with Reggie McNeal
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By February 19th! |
Chance Foundation Scholarships
Giving children in the Dominican Republic a chance to go to school.
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