| Greetings!
I have some great news from the Bishop Search Committees! Our Diocesean profile will be finished and published in the next few days, so keep an eye on the diocesean website.
Nominations for the next Bishop of Rhode Island will be open until October 28th. Visit the Bishop Search webpage or email news@episcopalrisearch.org ASAP to get your nominations in!
In other news, this week ECC announced a few exciting new events, including an an Advent Youth Conference, an Adult Work Day, and the 2012 Summer Camp dates! Check it out here.
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Communications Director
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
*The deadline for submissions to the next e-RISEN is Tuesday October 11th. Use our online form to submit. |
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From the Diocesan House
EFM Open House
When: October 10, 6:45 pm
Where: Diocesan Annex 275 N. Main Street Providence, RI
Description: Education for Ministry is a 4 year study of the Bible and Theological Reflection done in a group. Members sign up for one year at a time. The members of the group that meet on Monday in the Annex are a diverse group from several parishes. We are in search of new members, beginning in January. Please come to our Open House to experience an actual seminar session.
Contact: Sue Hurn 401. 946-6583 Peter DiPippo 401. 954-7636
shurn@cox.net
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Women's Spirituality Retreat: Changing Tides: The sea as metaphor for the Journey,
When: Friday October 28 -Saturday October 29 2011
Where: Shelter Harbor Inn 10 Wagner Road Westerly, RI 02891 5:00pm Friday - 3:00pm Saturday
Description: Changing Tides: The sea as metaphor for the Journey Donna Tornatore Retreat Leader Listen to the call of the sea!...come away from the stress and busyness of everyday life to the serenity of a weekend retreat at the Shelter Harbor Inn in Westerly, Rhode Island. Share a time of spiritual refreshment with other women as we invite the Holy Spirit to be our guide in our search for the richness and abundance to be found in the hidden depths, tranquil shallows, and changing tides of the Journey. Donna Tornatore of Trinity Church, North Scituate is a retreat and workshop leader, a spiritual director, and an EFM Mentor.
Contact: Cost : $195.00 per person( single occupancy) includes room with private bath, Friday dinner , Saturday breakfast and lunch, use of inn amenities, and all retreat materials. There are a few rooms available for double occupancy at $125.00( all inclusive) per person. Space is limited, Please register early. Registration Deadline Monday September 12, 2011 For questions and registration contact: Contact Mary Ann Kolakowski (401) 274-4500 ext. 247
maryann@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org
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Convention Opening Eucharist
When: Friday November 11th 2011
Where: St. Luke's, East Greenwich
Description: Save the date. More info to follow.
Contact: Ty@episcopalri.org
www.episcopalri.org/diocesanconvention
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Diocesan Convention
When: Saturday November 12th 2011
Where: The Marriott Downtown, One Orms Street, Providence
Description: Save the date. More info to follow.
Contact: Ty@episcopalri.org
www.episcopalri.org/diocesanconvention
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In Our Parishes
Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: September 28th at 7PM
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
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Faith Walk for Charity
When: Sunday, October 2, 2011 Register:1:30pm; Walk: 2pm Where: Colt State Park, Bristol, RI Description: A 1 mile walk to benefit Camp Surefire, RI's camp for children and teens with diabetes. Various religious traditions participate for this annual event begun in 2006. 100% of donations go to Camp Surefire. Contact: Chris Fay 621-0500 x26 faithwalkforcharity@gmail.com http://www.faithwalkforchanrity.org
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Solemn Evensong & Benediction
When: Sunday 2 October 2011 at 5:30 pm Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence Description: Join us for the Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels, which we will celebrate with Solemn Evensong & Benediction, sung by the Choir of All Saints Church, Ashmont, Boston,under the direction of Andrew Sheranian. Contact: Cory MacLean 401-421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com http://www.sstephens.org
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Great Day of Service
When: Monday, October 10, 2011 Columbus Day Where: Online Registration opens September 9, 2011 Description: Make a difference! Join us by volunteering at one of more than 30 non-profit locations around Rhode Island. Visit our website for more information. Contact: Liz Crawley 401-524-7594 greatday@greatdayofservice.com http://www.greatdayofservice.com
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Organ Concert: Peter Sykes
When: Sunday, October 16th, 4:00 PM Where: Christ Church 7 Elm Street Westerly, RI 02891 Description: Organist Peter Sykes puts the C.B. Fisk organ of Christ Church through its paces in a free concert, open to all, sponsored by the Arts Commission of Christ Church. Contact: Sandy Niles 401-862-2955 sandy@snilesdesigns.com http://www.christchurchwesterly.org
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Annual CRAFT SHOW
When: Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011 - 9:00am - 3:00pm
Where: Transfiguration 1665 Broad Street Cranston, RI 02905
Description: An assortment of local made crafts, baked goods, food and a raffle table. Enjoy our warm fellowship!
Contact: Sue Blakely 401-641-3373
kido59@cox.net
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Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair
When: October 22, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Where: St. Paul's Church 50 Park Place Pawtucket, RI 02860 Description: Come and enjoy browsing and buying from the crafters and vendors at this event. Some name brand vendors will be Tupperware, Pampered Chef, Party Lite, Usborne Books, Miche Bags and many more. Sandwiches, coffee, and more will be available for purchase as well. This event is sponsored by the St. Paul's Booster Club. It is being held indoors, so come rain or shine. Contact: Judy Gugel 728-4300 legug@verizon.net http://www.stpaulspawtucket.org/
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Memorial Recital
When: Sunday 23 October 2011 5:30 pm Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI Description: Organist Choirmaster James Busby performs his annual recital, with a reception to follow in our Great Hall. WORKS:Messa delli Apostoli of Girolamo Frescobaldi/Joseph Bonnet with The Men of the Schola Cantorum; Chamber Sonata II (1995) of James Woodman Kevin Owen, French Horn; Fantasie und Fuga über den Choral "Ad nos, ad salutarum undam" of Franz Liszt Contact: Cory MacLean 421-6702 office@sstephens.necoxmail.com http://www.sstephens.org
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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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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: October 26th at 7PM
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
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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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HOLIDAY CRAFT & FOOD FAIR When: November 12, 10 - 4, November 13, 9-1 Where: St. Marys Episcopal Church, Gibbs House, 324 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI Description: hand made craft and home made food items Contact: Marie Mulligan (401)847-6287 or Susan Kelchner (401)683-9745 jkelchner@cox.net |
Episcopal charities
 Episcopal Charities 2011
Our Glass is More Than Half Full !
Congratulations and many thanks to our donors and volunteers for their support & commitment in healing the gaps, hurts, and brokenness of so many neighbors who are living on the edge. We are thankful that so many are hearing the call of the Episcopal Charities Mission.
Pledges now total $303,000 and we're hoping to reach our goal of $450,000 before year end. If you have not made a contribution yet, please be prayerful about what a difference your generosity can do to help so many in Rhode Island whose needs are great. With your gift and a caring heart, we continue to be a link between healers and those needing healing.
By reaching our goal, we can all know that, as a Diocese, we take a responsible role in this community to give hope and opportunity to those who live in desperate situations.
You don't have to be rich to make a difference.
All you need is a caring heart!
Ways to Give:
- Donate online with the button below or on the donation page at www.episcopalri.org/charities
- 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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Job Opening
Christian Education Leader
Grace Church, Providence
Part time (10 hours/week) Position will launch a new Sunday School program for children (ages 3-12). The position begins as soon as possible, and goes through May of 2012, possibly longer. To apply email your resume to the Rev. Canon Jonathan Huyck, at jhuyck@gracechurchprovidence.org |
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