Greetings!
The crocuses are up and we are in the middle of Lent, as is evidenced by this eRISEN's plethora of Lenten study listings. Give one a try! Also, keep an eye on our facebook page for weekly Lenten videos.
This weekend, be sure not to miss our exciting Evangelism days with Christina Rees, of BBC fame. The events are free, and the Saturday April 9th date is open to all. Clergy are invited to a special day with Christina on April 8th as well. See below for registration details.
On Saturday we will be giving copies of Christina's new book "Lent: Feast + Fast" to attendees from the parish who registers the most people, so drag a friend or two with you! Just be sure to register them online here in advance.
Blossoms and Blessings of other sorts too,
Ruth Meteer
Communications Officer
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
*The deadline for submissions to the next e-RISEN is Tuesday April 12th. Use our online form to submit.
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From the Diocesan House
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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: FREE EVENT! Christina Rees is a well known public speaker, writer, and BBC broadcaster as well as a member of the General Synod of the Church of England and the former Chair of WATCH (Women and the Church). Christina talks openly about God in the most prominent news outlets of the UK, and has learned a bit about evangelism in the process. Come learn how to share Christ's love effectively and honestly. Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Please RSVP ASAP on facebook or with Liz Crawley 401-274-4500 x223 so we know how much food to order for lunch!
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Practical Evangelism Day with Christina Rees
When: April 9th 2011 9:00 - 12:00 (Register online by April 7th)
Where: The Cathedral of St. John
Description: FREE EVENT! Christina Rees is a well known public speaker, writer, and BBC broadcaster as well as a member of the General Synod of the Church of England and the former Chair of WATCH (Women and the Church). Christina talks openly about God in the most prominent news outlets of the UK, and has learned a bit about evangelism in the process. Come learn how to share Christ's love effectively and honestly with the community around you and your church.
Each attendee from the parish who registers the most people will recieve a copy of Christina's new book on Lent! Register online for free here by April 7th.
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*** Education For Ministry Open House
When: Monday, April 11, 2011 7-8:30 pm
Where: St. Mark's Episcopal Churh 111 West Shore Road Warwick, RI 02889
Description: EfM is a program of theological education-at-a-distance, offered by The School of Theology at The University of the South. The Diocese of Rhode Island is a sponsoring diocese, and beginning in September we will have our own group at St. Mark's! Every baptized person is called to ministry. The EfM Program is preparation for this ministry to which we are all called. It is that vocation for which we pray at the end of the Eucharist: "And now Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord." Join us to learn more about this adult formation program and see if this is something God is calling you to.
Contact: The Rev'd Susan Wrathall 737-3127
rector@stmarkswarwick.org
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When: Saturday May 14, 2011 10:00 am
Where: St.Peter's By-the-Sea 72 Central Street Narragansett
Description: At the annual spring United Thank Offering Ingathering of the RI Episcopal Church Women, each parish will present their UTO collections to the National UTO office where grants are distributed. The day will include a Holy Eucharist at 11:00, a program presented by Rev. Dcn Jean Barry of Westerly Area Rest and Meals, and a luncheon at 1:00. Cost is $8.00. Reservation with check (payable to ECW-Diocese of RI) should be mailed to Priscilla McFarland, 15 McCann St, N.Smithfield 02896-7915
Contact: Elaine DaRosa 41-295-5758
Bige824@hotmail.com *** State of the Parishes Address and Discussion
When: Saturday, April 30, 2011, 9am-12pm,
Where: Synod Hall @ St. John's Cathedral
Description: A critically important gathering of Clergy, Wardens, Treasurers and others, sponsored by the Program and Budget Committee. Come learn the statistical reality of our financial condition and the state of diocesan and parish revenues. Come discuss and help define what this all realistically means, both for our ministry together as a diocese and as individual churches in Rhode Island. The program will include a presentation and table conversation with the Program and Budget Committee, members of the Diocesan Standing Committee, and of Diocesan Council. The participation of every parish is vital to this discussion's purpose-moving forward together! Register online for free here
Contact: For more info email or call Ty Creason 401-274-4500 x242
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RSCM Summer Course in Newport When: August 1 - 7th 2011 REGISTER BY MAY 15th Where: Salve Regina University Description: The annual summer training course for the Royal School of Church Music is an overnight program sponsored by the Diocese of RI. This year there is space for 60 youth choristers and 15 adults (Age 18+) to come stay at beautiful Salve Regina University for a week of fun, fellowship, and fine musical direction for Choristers, both as a group and as individual voices. *** An Evening Under the Stars When: June 4th, 2011, 6 pm - 10 pm
Where: Episcopal Conference Center, 872 Reservoir Road, Pascoag, RI 02859
Description: a Fundraiser to Benefit the Episcopal Conference Center - Dinner, Music, Silent Auction and Lucky Draw, and Fellowship around a common purpose.
Contact: For Tickets Susan Moore (401) 480-6242 Ken Vivian (860) 634-1806 www.eccri.org Learn More on
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In Our Parishes
Adult Bible Study
When: Wednesdays @ 7PM March 16th-June 1, 2011
Where: Saint Matthew's 87 Narragansett Avenue Jamestown, RI
Description: "Adult Crossings: God's Journey with Us." An 11-week adult bible study on the core stories of the bible. $14 fee to cover cost of materials.
Contact: The Rev. Kevin Lloyd 423-1762
st.matt@verizon.net
http://www.stmatthewsjamestown.org
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Lenten Organ Concert Series
When: Wednesdays in Lent - 12:15 pm
Where: Church of S. John the Evangelist, Washington and Willow Streets, Newport, RI
Description: 30-minute recital of the best of the organ repertoire from 1600 to the present.
Contact: Jonathan Babbitt, Organist/Choirmaster 401-848-2561
Cond2@cox.net
http://www.saintjohns-newport.org
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Lenten Series - "God in America"
When: Monday eves April 4 & 18 6-8 pm
Where: St. Peter's & St. Andrew's, 25 Pomona Ave, Providence, RIDescription: ALL ARE WELCOME! An examination of the role of religion in American public life. Begins promptly at 6pm with soup/bread and the viewing of a segment of the PBS Series "God in America." Discussion follows. We will Close with compline. [For schedule of topics by date, email or phone us.]
Contact: The Rev. Dr. Joyce Penfield, 401-553-4944
stpanda25@verizon.net
http://www.stpetersandstandrews.org
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Lenten Wednesdays Soup, Bread & Bible
When: April 6 &13; 6-7:30p
Where: Church of the Holy Spirit, 4150 Old Post Rd. Charlestown
Description: Friendly conversation exploring Biblical "hot buttons" - How do we know it is "the Word" of God? What "the Word" says about our relationships, human sexuality, and the joys and temptations of both! How does "the Word" regard enemies of all kinds, and what we can do about them? What does "the Word" really say about praying and fasting - it might surprise you!
Contact: The Rev Dr. Michael Tessman, P-in-C
mandctessman@aol.com
http://www.holyspiritri.org
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Stations of the Cross
When: Fridays in Lent: April 8, 15 Where: S.Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI 02906 Description: Make a Lenten devotion. Join us for Stations of the Cross, following Evening Prayer (5 pm) and Low Mass (5:30) on Friday evenings in Lent. Contact: Cory MacLean 401-421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com http://www.sstephens.org
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Lenten Series: 150 Years at George Street: Scenes in the Life of S. Stephen's
When: Sundays in Lent: April 10 @ 7 Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI 02906 Description: Join us Sunday evenings in Lent as we look back at the rich Anglo-Catholic history and traditions of S. Stephen's Church on George Street. Contact: Cory MacLean 401-421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com http://www.sstephens.org
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St. Ann's Prayer Shawl Ministry
When: April 11th 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
http://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 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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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: April 27 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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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
Find us on *** Sing with your Supper When: Friday May 20, 2011 6:00pm Where: St. Paul's Episcopal Church 50 Park Place Pawtucket, RI Description: The St. Nicholas Choir of St. Paul's church, Pawtucket invites you to an RSCM spaghetti supper and silent auction fundraiser followed by a hymn sing. Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm, there will be time to view and bid on the silent auction items. The evening will close with a glorious hymn sing with the choir. The proceeds will help defray the costs for the St. Nicholas Choir members from St. Paul's to attend the RSCM's Newport course in August. Tickets $10.00 adults $5.00 children (under 5 yrs. of age) Contact: St. Paul's Church Office 401 728-4300 office@stpaulspawtucket.org http://www.stpaulspawtucket.org Find us on ***
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In the Area
Zentangle for Relaxation,Meditation and Creativity
When: May 20 -22, 2011
Where: Tidewater Way, Maine
Description: Zentangle is a beautiful art form that anyone can create...The workshop will teach the basic process of Zentangle.
Contact: Joan Payton 404 355-0522
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Episcopal charities
 Episcopal Charities 2011
Congratulations and many thanks to our donors and volunteers for their support and commitment to heal the gaps, hurts, and brokeness of so many of our neighbors. We are thankful that so many of you heard our second call, asking those who had already given to give again in 2010.
At year end, the Board of Trustees was delighted to report that grants totaling $383,000 were given to 96 agencies and programs within the Diocese and to the wider community. With your help, we continue to be a link between healers and those needing healing.
Our economy continues to be burdensome and we are grateful that so many could continue the tradition of "People Helping People" that the Rt. Rev. John Seville Higgins began in 1952.
2011 Annual Campaign Plans Are Underway
Speaker Sundays
Great speakers from our funded agencies are waiting to visit your church to help your church and Episcopal Charities reach another successful campaign for 2011.
Training sessions for Parish Chairs
Sat, February 26, 2011, 10:00am at St. Barnabas', Warwick
March 2, 2011 6:00pm at St. John's Church, Barrington.
If you have been designated as a Parish Chair for Episcopal Charities, please plan to attend one of these sessions. Just call the Episcopal Charities Office and we will have your materials at the session you wish to attend. Volunteers in your parish will once again call on you as we continue this important work. We hope that you will continue to respond as you have in the past.
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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