Greetings!
Heard the news? The Sudan is in the middle of a historic vote that could greatly affect our brothers and sisters in Ezo. They may soon have their own nation! Keep an eye on our facebook page or the EZO and RI blog for the latest updates. Don't forget about the Learn and Lead: Stewardship this Saturday. See if a group from your parish is going and tag along to help bring tools home to make parish life easier! A new issue of RISEN Magazine has been published and should appear in your mailboxes any day now. Can't wait? As usual you can read it online in our fun ebook reader or download it here.
Blessings Ruth Meteer
Communications Officer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
 *The deadline for submissions to the next e-RISEN is Tuesday February 1st. Use our online form to submit.
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From the Diocesan House
 CDC Learn & Lead: Stewardship
When: Saturday, January 22, 2011 from 9am-4pmWhere: St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 99 Pierce Street, East Greenwich RI
Description: The Congregational Development Commission presents a Day of Workshops and Lectures featuring Terry Parsons, to encourage and equip your church's efforts. Come learn how to run a more successful stewardship program. Participants will be exposed to turn-key methods that have already beenproven successful in this diocese and region, and which could work for your church too.$10/person or $50 for a delegation of 5+
from a single church
Contact: RSVP to Gloria Williams 401-274-4500
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CLERGY: Planning for Tomorrow (w/ Church Pension Group)
When: February 11-12 9:00am
Where: Providence Hilton
Description: These conferences offered by the Church Pension Group help active/retired clergy and their spouses develop the life and financial planning skills they need to meet goals while they are working, and in retirement.
Contact: C. Stokes Liles II 1-800-223-6602 x6278
sliles@cpg.org
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GreenWays Meeting
When: Thurs., Jan. 27th, 7 to 8:30 PM
Where: All Saints Memorial, Povidence
Description: We'll have a discussion of ideas for reworking the annual Environmental Poster Contest. Ideas and interested individuals are welcome.
Contact: Katherine Gibson, 364-6469 or Zeke Olsen, 789-4321
kmg4612@verizon.net http://www.greenwaysri.wordpress.com
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Diocesan Convocation Featuring Diana Butler Bass
When: Saturday March 5th 2011
Where: The Marriott Hotel, One Orms Street, Providence
Description: Featuring Diana Butler Bass who is an acclaimed author, speaker, and independent scholar specializing in American religion and culture. She holds a Ph.D. in religious studies from Duke University and is the author of seven books including the best-seller "Christianity for the Rest of Us" (2006)
Contact: Call 401-274-4500 for more info and stay tuned for registration information
ty@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org
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CLERGY: A Conversation with Christina Rees
When: Friday April 8, 9:00am -1:00pm
Where: The Cathedral of St. John
Description: Christina Rees is a well known writer, broadcaster and public speaker. She is also a member of the General Synod of the Church of England and the Chair of WATCH (Women and the Church). Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Contact Betsy Fornal at Diocesan House 274-4500 x225 or for more information
Betsy@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org *** Lay Leadership Development Day with Christina Rees
When: April 9th 2011 9:00 - 3:00
Where: The Cathedral of St. John
Description: Christina Rees is a well known writer, broadcaster, and public speaker. She is also a member of the General Synod of the Church of England and the Chair of WATCH (Women and the Church). Program will include presentations and workshops to support the ministries of Wardens, Vestry, Treasurers and all Lay Leadership. Look for further information soon!
Contact: Contact Ty Creason at Diocesan House 274-4500 x242 for more information
Ty@episcopalri.org
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In Our Parishes
Convivium Musicum in Concert
When: Sunday 23 January 2011, 5:30 pm Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence Ri Description: Convivium Musicum, under the direction of Michael Barrett, will perform Renaissance works. Come explore how Josquin, Ockeghem, Acadelt, and others capitalized on popular pieces, by using them as framework for entirely new compositions, or by reworking earlier settings to suit changing tastes. Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com http://www.sstephens.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-SeaWhen: January 26th at 5PM
Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island
Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candle light, 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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Safe Zone Training
When: Thursday January 27, 2011 6-9pm
Where: St. Augustine's, 35 Lower College Road Kingston,RI Description: Training for lay and clergy leaders and all interested persons. This workshop has been developed in hopes of fostering conversation surrounding the issues that impact LGBTQQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning) individuals and their families. It will also be an opportunity to develop basic knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of LGBTQQ people and how to develop safe space for all members of your congregation. This workshop will be presented by Dante Tavolaro and Stump Olsen. A light supper will be provided.
Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski ( 401) 274-4500 ext. 247
maryann@episcopalri.org *** Readings & Music for the Annunciation to the Presentation
When: Jan 30, 2011, 5 p.m. Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson St. Providence, RI 02903 Description: Free parking at church lot. Food & fellowship to follow after service. Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330-6787 markatgrace@yahoo.com http://www. gracechurchprovidence.orgFind us on
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Sung Vespers & Mass
When: Wednesday 2 February 2011, 5 pm/5:30 pm
Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI
Description: Sung Vespers & Mass for the Presentation of our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple, in the Lady Chapel
Contact: Cory MacLean (401) 421-6702
office@sstephens.necoxmail.com
http://www.sstephens.org
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Financial Literacy Class
When: Wednesday February 9, 2011 6:30-8:30pm
Where: St. John's Church 191 County Road Barrington, RI
Description: With this class, our hope is to help people look after their own financial well-being. To take the time to understand the financial side of their lives, so that they can learn to make the best possible use of their own resources, whatever they might be.
Contact: To register 401-524-7594
liz@bowri.org
http://www.bowri.org
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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 downstairs in the All Angels Chapel. 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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Yoga for the Soul, at Transfiguration
When: Every Thursday 10 to 11:30am
Where: Church of the Transfiguration 1665 Broad St. Cranston
Description: Focusing on awareness, flexibility, strength, and relaxation.
Contact: Bonnie Alexander 401-4613142
office@church-transfig.org
http://www.church-transfig.org
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Solitary Hearts Valentines Day Service
When: Feb 14 7pm Where: St. Augustine's Church, 35 Lower College Road Kingston, RI 02881 Description: A prayer service for people who are single, lonely, bereaved, divorced, or separated, followed by some snacks (bring to share) and fellowship Contact: Rev. Jennifer Phillips 401-782-0587 revjphillips@earthlink.net
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When: February 14th at 7 p.m.Where: Harbor Church Ladies ParlorDescription: This Prayer Shawl group meets on the second Monday of each month at 7 p .m. in the Ladies Parlor of the Harbor Church on Block Island.Contact: Erica Tonner. 401-466-2911saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
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Safe Zone Training
When: Saturday February 19, 2011 10:00 -1:00pm Where: St. Paul's Church 50 Park Place Pawtucket, RI Description: Training for lay and clergy leaders and all interested persons. This workshop has been developed in hopes of fostering conversation surrounding the issues that impact LGBTQQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning) individuals and their families. It will also be an opportunity to develop basic knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of LGBTQQ people and how to develop safe space for all members of your congregation. This workshop will be presented by Dante Tavolaro and Stump Olsen. A light supper will be provided Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski (401) 274-4500 ext. 247 maryann@episcopalri.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-SeaWhen: February 23rd at 5PM
Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island
Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candle light, 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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iN THE AREA
3rd Annual Breakfast for Bereaved Parents
When: January 22, 2011 , 9:30-11:30 (doors open at 9) Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel 801 Greenwich Ave. Warwick, RI Description: The Margaret Sterling Cook Foundation invites breaved parents and their family and friends to a celebration of our children right after the difficult holidays. Our keynote speaker is actress and author, Marianne Leone. She will deliver her message of hope and healing as a bereaved mother. The served breakfast is $12.00 per adult,$7.50 for children 3-12, children under 3, free. Reservations and payment must be received by January 15, 2011. Please indicate on a sheet of paper the names of those attending and the name of the child(ren)to be remembered. Or, download the invitation from the MSCF website. Contact: Send reservations to: Margaret Sterling Cook Foundation P.O. Box 14 Hope, RI 02831 For questions or more information, please call Melissa Masquelette at (401)419-7756 jenscri@gmail.com http://margaretsterlingcookfoundation.org |
Episcopal charities
 Episcopal Charities 2010
2010 EPISCOPAL CHARITIES UPDATE
May we share all God's blessings in this Season of Thanksgiving.
Each year, as we get closer to Thanksgiving, we take time to reflect on our blessings and remember all the things that we should be grateful for. We are thankful for our health and the health of our families. We are thankful to have a safe place to live, to have enough to eat, money to pay the bills, and fill our cars with gas. We are blessed with the good health to be able to play with our kids and help them do homework. We are grateful that we can go to the doctor when we are not well and have access to medicine. We are fortunate to have time to relax, watch TV, read a book, or spend time with friends.
Well, that's the way it should be. Yet, during this economic crisis and high unemployment, it will be difficult for many to be thankful. Many will not have a job. Many will lose their home or have no place to rent. Many cannot buy food, pay for heat or gas. Many will lose their health benefits or be unable to pay the pharmacist for medicines.
With the work or our dedicated volunteers and generous donors,
Episcopal Charities has been able to lessen this burden. We are very thankful.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we want you to know that you have been a gift to us. We wish to thank you for all the special gifts that have been given and the outstanding efforts that have made to fulfill the Episcopal Charities Mission. Because of you, social service agencies from Woonsocket to Westerly, Aquidneck to Apponaug will have food, heat, shelter healthcare, and other basic and special needs for people in fragile situations.
Together, we are keeping this great tradition and mission alive. Have a joyful and Happy Thanksgiving !
Campaign Update:
As of November 17, 2010, pledges total $367,0000 - 73% of our $500,000 goal.
If you have not participated yet, just think of all the good your gift will do for so many. Please join with others across our Diocese to help Christ in healing the gaps, hurts, and brokenness in thousands of lives.
Ways to Give:
- Donate online. Use the button below or go to www.episcopalri.org/charities and visit the donation page.
- 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
- Contact Episcopal Charities: Peggy (401) 274-4500 x234 peggy@episcopalri.org
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January 22, 2011
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Ezo Calendars for sale
by the Companion Diocese Committee
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Job Opening:
St. Barnabas is looking for a secretary! Hours are 9 - 12noon, 3 days/week, $12.00/hr. Contact: Fr J. Pallard,
401-737-4141
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