eRISEN
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island Events Newsletter  |   June 11th, 2010
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Greetings!
 
Have you heard about the Cathedral Close Redevelopment Project? Big and exciting changes could be afoot! Dean Krauss, Bishop Wolf, and the Cathedral Chapter are moving the project along into it's second phase, a feasability study.  You can read the Dean's full update and learn how to get involved at the blog
 
The Royal Church Music School of America's (RSCM) Summer course in Newport is nearing its registration deadline, so don't forget to sign your young musicians up. It is an amazing opportunity! See the full ad here. 
 
The Mission Task Force's listening gatherings have all passed. If you missed them, but want to join in the conversation to help form the future of our diocese, you can still speak up online at the Mission Task Force Facebook group. There is some lively conversation happening there which all of the diocese (you) should read and respond to!
 
Blessings, 
 
Ruth Meteer
Communications Officer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island

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From the Diocesan HousE    
Safe Church/Healthy Church Practices
When: Saturday June 12, 2010
Where: St. Luke's Church 670 Weeden Street Pawtucket, RI 02860
Description: Diocesan Training
Contact: Gloria Williams 274-4500 ext. 247
gloria@episcopalri.org
www.episcopalri.org
 
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Taizé at the Cathedral
When:
 June 13th 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
 
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ECW Annual Yard Sale
When:
Saturday June 26, 2010 8A-12N
Where: Church of the Ascension Main St. Wakefield, RI 02879
Description: Summer Clothes Good Used Household items No electronics please
Contact: Diane Powers 4017832911
ascensionw@verizon.net
www.ascensionwakefield,org  
 
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Taizé at the Cathedral
When:
 July 10th 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
 
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Education For Ministry Open House
When: Monday, July 12, 2010 6:30 pm
Where: St. Mark's Church 111 West Shore Road Warwick, RI
Description: An EfM group is enrolling at St. Mark's beginning this September. Come and learn about this wonderful theological program. More information can be found in our Diocesan Formation booklet or at http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm
Contact: The Rev'd Susan Wrathall 401-737-3127
rector@stmarkswarwick.org
www.stmarkswarwick.org
 
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EFM Mentor Training
When:
July 29 -31, 2010
Where:St. Peter's by the Sea 72 Central Street Narragansett, RI 02882
Description:For New and Experienced Mentors 18 hour Course for Certification for New Mentors and Required Continuing Education for Current Mentors Particiapnts have the opportunity to register as residential( Village Inn, Narragansett, RI) or as commuters, attending all day and evening sessions.
Contact:Mary Ann Kolakowski (401) 274-4500 ext. 247
maryann@episcopalri.org
www.episcopalri.org  
 
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RSCMRoyal School of Church Music Newport Summer Camp
When: August 2 - August 8, 2010
Where: Salve Regina College and Emmanuel Church, Newport, RI and Trinity Church, Newport, RI
Description: RSCM America is pleased to announce that a summer course is available once agin in New England! Girls, Boys, and teens alike will find this new course in residence at Salve Regina College in beautiful historic Newport by the Sea, a wonderful setting for a week of fine music-making, fun and fellowship. Choristers will rehearse daily with Mr. Benjamin Hutto and opportunities for small group and individual instruction will be provided. Final choral services will be held at Emmanuel Church, Newport, with Evensong, Friday, August 6 and Festival Eucharist, Sunday, August 8.
Contact: Allen J. Hill, Registrar (401) 847-0675
rscmri@emmanuelnewport.org 
http://www.emmanuelnewport.org/rscm-newport-course-2010/
 
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Taizé at the Cathedral
When:
 August 8th 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
 
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ECW Spiritual Retreat 2010
When: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
 
ECC- EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE CENTER    
 
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 Camp
July 18th-23rd, For 5th and 6th graders
Camper's Choice Week
July 25th-August 30th, For 8th-12th graders
Younger Children Camp
August 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 programdirector@eccri.org  
call ECC at 401-568-4055
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IN Our parishes   
St. Michael's "Art In The Close"
When:
June 12, 2010 - 10am-5pm
Where: 399 Hope St. Bristol, RI 02809
Description: 35 Fine Local Artists will display their artwork on the Fence. Proceeds to benefit St. Michael's Choristers Program
Contact: JP Fernandes 401-253-6682
jpfern@aol.com
 
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St. Augustine's Yard Sale
When: June 12, 2010 from 9 AM to 2 PM
Where: St. Augustine's Church 35 Lower College Rd, Kingston
Description: Miscellaneous items for sale. Snacks and drinks available.
Contact: Nancy R. Brown 401-789-1728
nrbjoy@aol.com
 
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Huge Yard Sale @ Trinity Episcopal in N. Scituate
When:
Sat. June 12th from 8am to 2pm
Where: Trinity Episcopal Church 251 Danielson Pike N. Scituate, RI 02857
Description: Trinity Church's Aldrich Hall will be filled with loads of treasures donated by parishioners and neighbors, including an 1885 floor safe, a 9' long butcher block work table, file cabinets, a dozen folding chairs, a large set of commercial tea cups and saucers, and so much more. Come, see for yourself...there's something for everyone. The proceeds from this yard sale are earmarked for our upcoming kitchen renovation. Donations of saleable household goods and collectibles are always welcome. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 251 Danielson Pike, Scituate (between the State Police Barracks and Scituate Village).
Contact: Please contact Steve at 647-2149 for details.
sgaddes@monarchinc.com
 
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Electronics Recycling Day
When: June 12th from 9am to Noon
Where: Parking lot across from Trinity Episcopal Church 251 Danielson Pike N. Scituate, RI 02857
Description: A collection day for old electronic devices. Most electronics, such as computers and monitors, at work and at home contain hazardous substances such as lead and mercury. When these products reach the end of their useful lives or become obsolete, some are considered "hazardous waste" which cannot be discarded in the regular trash. A great option for disposal of this waste is to bring these items to our collection day to help the environment while raising money for Trinity to renovate their kitchen! 
Contact: Renee to find out what to bring 401-647-5106
rbrannig@hotmail.com
 
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Celebration by-the-Sea
When: June 13, 2010 at 5 p.m.
Where: Veteran's Memorial Park
Description: Join your friends in South County for a Celebration by-the-Sea on Sunday, June 13, hosted by St. Peter's by-the-Sea, Narragansett, and St. Augustine's, Kingston. This festive Eucharist and picnic begins at 5pm at Veteran's Memorial Park, adjacent to the Narragansett Towers and Town Beach. Music will be provided by Pan Xpressions, a nine-piece calypso steel-pan drum band, who last year blew us away with their versions of Amazing Grace and How Great Thou Art. Brickley's is providing ice cream, Dell's is bringing the lemonade stand, so you bring food and drinks for your family, and chairs or blankets. The Eucharist will be celebrated at 5, followed by dinner and dancing as the sun goes down.
Contact: The Rev. Casey Shobe
casey@stpetersbythesea.com
www.stpetersbythesea.com   
 
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Informational Meeting on Becoming A Foster Parent
When: Wed. June 16, 2010 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: Church of the Ascension 390 Pontiac Ave. Cranston
Description: DCYF will be hosting an information meeting on becoming a foster parent. Please stop by and learn how you can make a difference in the life of a child!
Contact: Robin Peres Community Services Coordinator, DCYF 401-528-3700
Robin.Perez@dcyf.ri.gov
www.dcyf.ri.gov
 
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St. David's Tag Sale
When: Saturday, June 19th 8 am to 3 pm
Where: St. David's on-the-Hill, 200 Meshanticut Valley Parkway, Cranston, RI 02920
Description: Come Join the Grannies for their early summer Tag Sale. Hunt for treasures with bargains galore! Snack bar will be open with breakfast goodies and hot lunch!
Contact: Beth Hammond - 942-4368
stdavidsonthehill@verizon.net
www.stdavidsonthehill.net
 
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When:  June 23rd at 7PM
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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ECW Annual Yard Sale
When:
Saturday June 26, 2010 8A-12N
Where: Church of the Ascension Main St. Wakefield, RI 02879
Description: Summer Clothes Good Used Household items No electronics please
Contact: Diane Powers 4017832911
ascensionw@verizon.net
www.ascensionwakefield,org  
 
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Education For Ministry Open House
When: Monday, July 12, 2010 6:30 pm
Where: St. Mark's Church 111 West Shore Road Warwick, RI
Description: An EfM group is enrolling at St. Mark's beginning this September. Come and learn about this wonderful theological program. More information can be found in our Diocesan Formation booklet or at http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm
Contact: The Rev'd Susan Wrathall 401-737-3127
rector@stmarkswarwick.org
www.stmarkswarwick.org
 
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When:  July 28th at 7PM
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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St Michael's Yoga
When:
Thursdays at 6:30PM
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
 
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Pumpkin Junction
When: Saturday September 25, 2010
Where: St. John's  Church 191 County Road Barrington, RI
Description: Crafters and Vendors needed for this annual sale and festival. $35 per 12 X 12 space.
Contact: Nancy Silva 401-245-5533 for more information.
Nan.Silva@verizon.net
 In The Area
 
Sara Miles Retreat
When: June 15 -17
Where: Adelynrood Retreat and Conference Center 46 ELm Street Byfield, Ma
Description: Groceries and the Bread of Heaven: Feeding Bodies and Soulsis a retreat presented by Sara Milea Author of Take This Bread: A Radical Conversion. Come and Learn about the connection between spirituality and service. Through presentation and discussion we will rethink the practical service of feeding and healing in ways that will bring alive our experience of the Gospel.
Contact: Kahy Schlecht 50984463862
kakalina@naisp.net
See complete discription at www.adelynrood.org
 
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YDSYale Divinity School Summer Term Program
When: June 7 - 11, 14 -18, and 21-25 (three sessions)
Where: Sterling Quadrangle,Yale Divinity School, New Haven CT
Description: This is the seventh year of Yale Divinity School's Summer Term program, which in 2010 offers one-week courses that run over three consecutive sessions! Our Term courses engage participants in stimulating, inspiring discussions in a number of courses in the areas of contemporary issues and history, scripture, theology, art & literature, music  & liturgy, all in the context of the sacred.  The full list of Summer Term courses can be accessed at the Summer Term web site http://www.yale.edu/sdqsummerterm , which offers an online registration option and detailed information about the program.
We hope you find a course that interests you!
Contact: Rebekah Menning, 203-432-0115 summerterm@yale.edu 

 
Episcopal charities
 
30 hour famine logoEpiscopal Charities 2010 Annual Campaign Update
 
Our brochure asks, "Where will 2010 take us?" What will your answer be?
  
Nearly half way there!
 
The Episcopal Charities annual campaign has officially been underway since March 7th and making progress.  Pledges now total $245,477, which is behind this time last year, but still an encouraging step forward toward our goal of raising $500,000.  By reaching this goal, we can all know that, as a Diocese, we can give hope and opportunity to those who live in desperate situations.
 
Our volunteers are working hard to make the Episcopal Charities mission visible.
For parishes that have not yet had an inspiring speaker, speakers continue to be available.  Contact Peggy in the Charities office if you would like to arrange for a speaker.  
 
Parishes are doing a variety of things to raise money.  St. Luke's Pawtucket Sunday School had a bake sale and raised $221.  Thank you, St. Luke's!  Another parish is planning a dinner with proceeds going to support Charities.  The recent tour by Trinity Church's Ministry of the Arts, performing the American Songbook, raised $3,700.  Feel free to be creative in your efforts.  Let us know; we will be happy to share your ideas and successes with other parishes.
 
If you have not made a contribution yet, please be prayerful about what a difference your    generosity can make to so many in Rhode Island whose needs are great.

We thank your donors and volunteers for all their great work!
 
Ways to Give:
  • Respond when contacted by our parish representative.
  • Send your donation with your name, address, phone #  and parish to 275 North Main Street, Providence RI. 02903 401-274-4500, ext. 234 for Peggy and 233 for Jack.
  • Donate online. Go to www.episcopalri.org/charities  and visit the donation page.
 
Contact Episcopal Charities
 
Peggy: (401) 274-4500 x234
Jack: (4010 274-4500 x233 
 
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