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Convocation 2010 is this Saturday February 27th! Did you miss the registration deadline? No worries, we are still accepting late registrations, for a small additional fee to cover the cost of adding you to our count last minute. Click the button below to register online:
Also, take a look at the many Lenten offerings in our parishes this season. There is sure to be something of interest and meaning to you in your spiritual journey.
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan HousE
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!
Contact: The registration deadline has passed, but you can still register late. There is just a small additional fee to add to the count last minute.
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CARIE Association Meeting
When: March 11, 2010 11:30-1:30 Where: Cathedral of St. John Synod Hall Description: A clergy gathering to hear the Rev. Br. Tobias Stanislas Haller share his thoughts on mediation on the Daily Office and the ministry of serving at the Holy Eucharist. In his own words Br. Haller is "concerned with helping clergy discover their own internal well-springs of the Spirit since they are called to give so much and the well can run dry!" (Lunch will be provided.) Contact: The Rev. Susan Wrathall+ 737-3127 slwrathall@gmail.com
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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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RSCM Youth Festival Evensong
When: Sunday April 25, 2010, 5PM
Where: St. Martin's Episcopal Church, Providence
Description: Parishes with youth choirs who currently use the RSCM program come together annually to participate in leading Evensong. Consider involving your parish youth choir this year! All are welcome to come worship with us at the Evensong. Choristers & Directors will jointly rehearse from 1-3 on Sat. January 30th at St. Luke's, East Greenwich and Sat. April 24th at St. Martin's , Providence.
Contact: Priscilla Rigg at (401)884-2237
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Conversations on the Charter for Lifelong Formation
When: Wednesday April 28, 2010 7 - 9 PM
Where: St.. Paul's Church 50 Park Place, Pawtucket
Description: In July 2009, the 76th General Convention of the Episcopal Church approved adoption of The Charter for Life Long Christian Formation and identified the goal to see to it implemented in all dioceses. Many of us in RI are already involved in a life of faith which exemplifies or seeks to exemplify these aspects of our life together. All of us need to continue to strive to do so. Please join us for prayer and conversation by reflecting on the Charter.
This session will begin with the regular midweek celebration of the Holy Eucharist at St. Paul's 7PM, conversation will follow
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Deanery Confirmations Day One
When: May 1st 2010, Narragansett & West Bay at 10AM
East Bay & Aquidneck at 2PM
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, Providence, RI
Description: Clergy, Presenters, and candidates should plan to arrive 1 hour prior to the liturgy for a short walk-through and orientation. Additional information will be sent out as the dates approach. Contact Canon Tylan Creason 274-4500 X 242 Ty@episcopalri.org
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Deanery Confirmations Day Two
When: May 8th 2010, Central & Blackstone at 10AM
As Needed/ Overflow at 2PM
Where: The Cathedral of St. John, Providence, RI
Description: Clergy, Presenters, and candidates should plan to arrive 1 hour prior to the liturgy for a short walk-through and orientation. Additional information will be sent out as the dates approach. Contact Canon Tylan Creason 274-4500 X 242 Ty@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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ECC- EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE CENTER
An Evening Under the Stars
When: May 15, 2010 6pm-10pm
Where: Episcopal Conference Center 872 Reservoir Road Pascoag, RI 02859
Description: Come join us for the 2nd annual "Evening Under the Stars" to raise funds for programs, scholarships and capital improvements. The evening will include dinner, entertainment, silent auction and lucky draw. Tickets are $50 each and there will be a cash bar with beer, wine and soft drinks.
Contact: Susan Moore 401-480-6242
susiesport@gmail.com
http://www.eccri.org/home.asp
SUMMER CAMP 2010 Schedule
Music and Arts Camp
June 27-July 3, For 8th-12th graders Teen Camp
July 4-9, For 7th-9th graders Older Boys Camp
July 11th-16th, For 5th and 6th graders Older Girls CampJuly 18th-23rd, For 5th and 6th graders Camper's Choice Week
July 25th-August 30th, For 8th-12th graders Younger Children CampAugust 2nd-6th, For 2nd-4th graders Summer's End Camp
August 8th-13th, For 7th-12th graders
For more info: visit www.ECCRI.org email us at registrar@ECCRI.org or call ECC at 401-568-4055 |
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IN Our parishes
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 Series: St. John's Passion set to music When: Sundays in Lent 7-8 pm Where: 114 George Street Providence, RI Description: We will look at the development of musical settings of St. John's passion; in particular how the composers' musical choices influence the way the text is interpreted. Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com
www.sstephens.org
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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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Mid-Day Concert At All Saints' Memorial ChurchWhen: March 10, 12:15-12:45 Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 Description: John Henry Burn, Pianist, will be playing music of Beethoven. Contact: Grace Malaby 401-751-1747 grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorial.com
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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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Lenten Series: St. John's Passion set to music When: Sundays in Lent 7-8 pm Where: 114 George Street Providence, RI Description: We will look at the development of musical settings of St. John's passion; in particular how the composers' musical choices influence the way the text is interpreted. Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com
www.sstephens.org
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Mid-Day Concert At All Saints' Memorial Church
When: March 17, 12:15-12:45
Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903
Description: Barry Turley, Organist, will be playing music of J.S. Bach, Daniel Pinkham, and Le Fevre'wely
Contact: Grace Malaby 401-751-1747
grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorial.com
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St. Patrick's Day Supper
When: March 17, 2010 Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 Description: St. Patrick's Day Supper 5:30 p.m. Corned Beef and cabbage and all the fixings $15 per person $12 for senior citizens Age 12 and under, free Tickets available through the parish office Contact: Grace Malaby 751-1747 grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorial.com
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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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Mid-Day Concert At All Saints' Memorial ChurchWhen: March 24, 12:15PM Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903 Description: Rhode Island College Opera Workshop will be featuring a variety of operatic recital pieces. Contact: Grace Malaby 401-751-1747 grace.asmcri@verizon.net
www.allsaintsmemorial.com
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Run the Reservoir 15K & Walk When: March 27, 2010, 10 AM Where: Trinity Episcopal Church 251 Danielson Pike N Scituate, RI 02857 Description: Competitive run and fun walk to support the Trinity Food Closet. 3rd annual event with all the trimmings. Contact: Milt Schumacher 401 647 3905 miltschumacher@hotmail.com
http://www.trinityepiscopalonline.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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Sisters of St. Margaret's Lenten Day of Prayer
When: Saturday, March 6, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Where: St. Margaret's Convent 17 Highland Park St. Boston, MA 02119-1436 Description: A Lenten Day of Prayer, led by Sr. Sarah, from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Coffee and pastries will be available in the Refectory at 9:00 a.m. Luncheon is included. Suggested donation: $35. Please RSVP by March 1, and send a check to reserve your place. Contact: Reservation Desk 617-445-8961 x127 reservations@ssmbos.org
www.ssmbos.org
Healing the Healer seminar When: Friday evening May 7 through Sunday noon May 9 Where: Calvary Episcopal Church at 21st Street and Park Avenue South in New York City. Description: Celebrating the legacy of the Rev. Samuel Shoemaker and the 75th Anniversary of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.), historic Calvary Episcopal Church in New York City will stage a seminar on alcoholism May 7-9. The purpose of the seminar is to help people understand the alcoholic's spiritual journey of healing. Co-founder of A.A., Bill W., credited Shoemaker (rector of Calvary in 1925-52) with giving the spiritual insights that helped him and Dr. Bob S. create the group's iconic Twelve Step program 75 years ago. Several talks and workshops will take place Saturday. Online registration only $25. Contact: Publicity Bob Kinney -- 512.419.1738
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Episcopal charities
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Peggy: (401) 274-4500 x234
Jack: (4010 274-4500 x233
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CONVOCATION
February 27th, 2010
A Day with Reggie McNeal
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