| Greetings!
Don't forget, 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!
Also please make special note of three very special events that have just been scheduled for this weekend! One of the lost boys of the Sudan is now The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei. He will be in town speaking about his book at Grace Church, St. Mary's, and St. Paul's Wickford. The full ads are just below!
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Communications Director
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan House
Sudanese Bishop Visits Grace Episcopal Church
When: Friday October 21, 2011 6:00pm
Where: 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI 02903
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Sudanese Bishop Visits St Mary's Church
When: Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30pm
Where: 325 East Main Road Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871
Description: The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei in the South Sudan will be visiting a few Rhode Island Parishes this weekend. Bishop Nhial is the author of Lost Boy No More, A True Story of Survival and Salvation with DiAnn Mills. Come to St. Mary's for a Brief Presentation and Conversation with Bishop Abraham.
Contact: maryann@episcopalri.org
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Sudanese Bishop Visits St. Paul's, Wickford
When: Sunday October 23, 2011 9:30 am
Where: 55 Main Street, Wickford, RI 02852
Description: The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei in the South Sudan will be visiting a few Rhode Island Parishes this weekend. Bishop Nhial is the author of Lost Boy No More, A True Story of Survival and Salvation with DiAnn Mills. At St. Paul's, Bishop Abraham will preach at the 9:30 Eucharist and afterwards will offer a brief presentation & opportunity for conversation at the educational forum.
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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
http://www.episcopalri.org
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Episcopal Church Women 2011 Annual Meeting And United Thank Offering Ingathering
When: Saturday, November 5, 2011 10:00 -- 2:00
Where: Cathedral of St.John 275 NoMain Street Providence
Description: Registration 10:00am. Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers. Award Presentation:-Honored Woman of the Diocese of Rhode Island. Holy Eucharist:The Rt. Rev. Geralyn Wolf, Celebrant. Program presentation: Mrs. Barbaara Devens, Child Life Specialist regarding her project in Liberia. Reservation for Lunch $9.50 should be forwarded to Elaine DaRosa.
Contact: Elaine DaRosa-824 Hatchery Rd, No.Kingstown 02852 401-295-5758 BigE824@hotmail.com
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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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UTO Grant Applications
When: Deadline: January 15, 2012
Description: Applications may be found online. All completed applications must be submitted to the bishop's office no later than December 15, 2011.
Contact: Barbi Tinder Prov I UTO Coordinator
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In Our Parishes
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Sudanese Bishop Visits Grace Episcopal Church
When: Friday October 21, 2011 6:00pm
Where: 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI 02903
Description: The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei in the South Sudan, will be visiting a few Rhode Island Parishes this weekend. Bishop Nhial is the author of Lost Boy No More, A True Story of Survival and Salvation with DiAnn Mills. Come to Meet Bishop Abraham at Grace Church, for a Reception with light refreshments followed by a brief presentation. Contact: maryann@episcopalri.org
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Sudanese Bishop Visits St Mary's Church
When: Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30pm
Where: 325 East Main Road Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871
Description: The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei in the South Sudan, will be visiting a few Rhode Island Parishes this weekend. Bishop Nhial is the author of Lost Boy No More, A True Story of Survival and Salvation with DiAnn Mills. Come to St. Mary's for a Brief Presentation and Conversation with Bishop Abraham.
Contact: maryann@episcopalri.org
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Transfiguration Craft Show
When: Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Church of the Transfiguration 1665 Broad Street Cranston, RI 02905 401-461-3142 (Edgewood Section)
Description: Come to the Our Fall Craft Show where you will find handmade items, jewelry, great gift ideas and much, more! Raffles, Food, Baked Goods and of course the opportunity to win the Grand Prize Raffle of a One week stay at the Sea Mist Resort in Cape Cod. Welcome family. friends, and neighbors!!!
Contact: Sue Gautreau Blakely 461 3142
office@church-transfig.org
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St. Paul's 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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Sudanese Bishop Visits St. Paul's, Wickford
When: Sunday October 23, 2011 9:30 am
Where: 55 Main Street, Wickford, RI 02852
Description: The Rt. Rev. Abraham Yel Nhial, Bishop of the Diocese of Aweil and Abuei in the South Sudan, will be visiting a few Rhode Island Parishes this weekend. Bishop Nhial is the author of Lost Boy No More, A True Story of Survival and Salvation with DiAnn Mills. At St. Paul's, Bishop Abraham will preach at the 9:30 Eucharist and afterwards will offer a brief presentation & opportunity for conversation at the educational forum.
Contact: maryann@episcopalri.org
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S. Stephen's 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 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
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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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St. Ann's Stew & Story
When: Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m. Where: St. Ann's by the Sea 25 Spring Street Block Island Description: Dinner and a story told by storyteller Katie Latimer. Great evening. $40 includes dinner, wine, and story. Contact: Erica Tonner 466-2911 saintannsbythesea@verizon.net http://stannsbythesea.com
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Holidays on the Hill Bazaar at St. David's
When: Saturday, November 5th, 9 am to 3 pm Where: St. David's on the Hill Episcopal Church, 200 Meshanticut Valley Parkway, Cranston, RI Description: Crafts, Vendors, Home-Baked Goods, Silent Auction, Gift Baskets, Kids Crafts, Refreshments: Lunch special and Elsie's Tea Room with special desserts, start your holiday shopping or find a bargain Contact: Grace Malaby 821-6011 or St. David's 942-4368 stdavidsonthehill@verizon.net http://stdavidsonthehill.net
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St. Mary's 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
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St Martin's Presents: The Gift of Art
When: November 18th 6-9pm and 19th 9am-4pm Where: St. Martin's Episcopal Church,50 Orchard Avenue, Providence, RI 02906 Description: Art show and sale featuring 20 regional fine artists. Preview party Fri. evening 11/18, tickets $30 or 2 for $25; general admission $5 Sat. 11/19 Contact: Sarah Kilkelly 401 258 3691 sarah@skgdcreative.com http://www.giftartsprov.org
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St. Barnabas Christmas Bazaar
When: November 19th, 2011 from 9a-3p Where: St. Barnabas Church 3257 Post Rd Warwick RI 02886 Description: Handmade Crafts, Penny Social, Religious Items, Gifts-to-Go, Baked Goods, White Elephant, Luncheon Cafe Contact: Heidi Seddon 737-4141@St Barnabas hjseddon@gmail.com http://stbarnabaswarwick.org
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"Farewell Luncheon" for The Very Rev. Harry E. Krauss
When: Sunday, November 20, 2:00 PM Where: Cathedral of Saint John, Synod Hall, 271 North Main Street, Providence Description: All are cordially invited to a "Farewell Luncheon" for the Very rev. Harry E. Krauss, Dean of the Cathedral of Saint John. Please come to wish Dean Krauss well as he begins his retirement. Contact: Rev. Barbara Mays-Stock, (401) 944-0551 or Ms. Virginia LaBoy, (401) 331-4622. vmwill2003@yahoo.com http://www.cathedralofstjohn.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-SeaWhen: November 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
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St. Peter's by-the-Sea Annual Holiday Bazaar
When: Saturday, December 3, 2011 9-3 Where: St. Peter's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church 72 Central Street Narragansett, RI 02882 Description: Join us for a stress free,delightful day of holiday shopping and lunch. There will be specialty gift baskets,a wonderful assortment of hand crafted items including scarves, hats, mittens, American Girl clothes and more. Take home some delicious home made baked items as well as jams, jellies and soup mixes. Other vendors offer jewelry, soaps, linens and bags. There's also a downstairs Flea Market for lots of yard sale items and maybe a few treasures. Our snack bar offers muffins, hotdogs, meatball grinders, wedding soup and beverages. Contact: St. Peter's Church 401-783-4623 bethdipanni@cox.net http://stpetersbythesea.com/
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Episcopal charities
 Episcopal Charities 2011
The needs in our state have not lessened, jobs have not increased, and unemployment, hunger, homelessness and the uninsured are increasing.
The mission of Episcopal Charities is to bring hope, comfort and healing to these Rhode Islanders.
Episcopal Charities is presently sending out an appeal to those who have donated in the past year or two, asking them to support this important mission once again in 2011.
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.
Congratulations and many thanks to our donors and volunteers for their support and commitment in healing the gaps, hurts, and brokenness in so many of our neighbors who are living on the edge.
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: Pledges now total $308,308 and we're hoping to reach our goal of $450,000 before years end.
- 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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IN The Area
Organ Rededication Concert
When: Nov. 20, 2011 at 4:00 p.m. Where: Thompson Congregational Church 347 Thompson Rd. Thompson, CT. Description: A rededication concert for our 1873 Johnson Tracker Organ Opus 409, will be given by world renowned organist, Stuart Forster, Director of Music and Organist of Christ Church Episcopal in Cambridge, MA. Contact: Susan H. Markham (401) 821-6786 or (401) 580-3633 iplayinchurch@aol.com http://thompsonchurch.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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