| Greetings!
Happy Easter! The Lord is Risen (He is Risen Indeed)!
There is lots of exciting news this issue! Registration for the "Walkabout; meet and greet with the bishop Nominees" is now live on our website. See the full ad below. Register before May 2nd to avoid late fees. All are welcome but it is especially important for Clergy and Parish Delegates to come as they will be voting for their parishes at the June 2nd Election!
The newest issue of RISEN Magazine includes all you'll need to know about the upcoming election, who the candidates are, and the transition over-all. It is in the mail and available online.
While you're online, check out the Diocesan Youth 30 Hour Famine on our blog. they raised over $7,000 this year!
Blessings,
Ruth Meteer
Communications Director
Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
*The deadline for submissions to the next e-RISEN is Tuesday April 23rd. Use our online form to submit |
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From the Diocesan House
Safe Church Training
When: April 12th & 19th 9am-4pm (must attend both)
Where: Trinity Episcopal Church, 251 Danielson Pike, North Scituate, RI 02857
Description: Safe Church certification is required of all clergy, employees of the Diocese, Licensed Eucharistic Visitors, and those who regularly volunteer in diocesan programs for children and youth. Safe Church Training is required within three months of employment, and before a volunteer can begin diocesan youth or children's ministry. Light refreshments will be provided for evening trainings, and the $10.00 registration fee covers the cost of food and drink.
Contact: 401-274-4500
safechurch@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org/christianformation
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Happening
When: April 27-29
Where: La Salette Retreat Center Attleboro, MA
Description: HAPPENING of RI is a once in a lifetime experience for any teen in grades 9 - 12. An encounter with Christ, a real meeting between you and God. It's exciting, fun, full of joy and you are invited! It's a weekend to experience God's love in a very special way!
Contact: The Rev. Patrick Greene 401-294-4357 x105
heyfatherpat@gmail.com
http://www.episcopalri.org/WhatWeDo/Happening/tabid/241/Default.aspx
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Diocese-wide RSCM Youth Choir Evensong
When: April 29th 5pm
Where: St. Michael's Church, 399 Hope Street, Bristol RI
Description: This is the 9th Annual Statewide Youth Evensong! Over 50 singers who participate in the Royal School of Church Music programs will gather to make a joyful noise singing Evening Prayer in the English tradition. Besides the host church, representatives will come from St. Luke's, East Greenwich; Emmanuel, Newport; St. Paul's, Pawtucket; and St. Paul's, Wickford Village. They will be directed by Kevin Jones of Christ Church Cathedral, Hartford, CT. The organist will be Dr. Mark Steinbach of Brown University and St. Paul's, Wickford Village. The RSCM program is born out of the centuries-old tradition of English cathedral choir schools, and is one of the best music training programs in the world. Admission is free. A reception will follow.
Contact: Barbara Lewis 401-253-5092
barbra.edson.lewis@gmail.com
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Safe Church Training
When: Saturday May 5, 2012, 9:30am-4pm
Where: Emmanuel Church, 42 Dearborn Street, Newport, RI 02840
Description: Safe Church certification is required of all clergy, employees of the Diocese, Licensed Eucharistic Visitors, and those who regularly volunteer in diocesan programs for children and youth. Safe Church Training is required within three months of employment, and before a volunteer can begin diocesan youth or children's ministry. Light refreshments will be provided for evening trainings, and the $10.00 registration fee covers the cost of food and drink.
Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski
safechurch@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org
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 The Walkabout, Meet RI's Bishop Candidates
When: May 12th 8:30am (Register online by May 2nd)
Where: St. Andrew's School, 63 Federal Road, Barrington, RI 02806
Description: Come meet the Bishop Candidates as they walkabout from small group to small group and answer your questions.
This event is open to all but should be a priority for all Convention Delegates and Clergy, as they will be voting on the future Bishop of Rhode Island at our June 2nd election. Come make sure your parish is represented.
Contact: click here to register online or for more info, or email news@episcopalrisearch.org.
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Episcopal Church Women United Thank Offering Ingathering
When: Saturday, May 19th @ 10:00 am
Where: Fall UTO Ingathering meeting of the R. I. Diocese will be held at St. David's On-the-Hill, 200 Meshanicut Valley Parkway, Cranston
Description: Registration, Coffee, Etc. is at 10:00; Holy Eucharist at 11:00 with the Rev. Peter Lane, Celebrant. The Rev. Joyce Penfield will present a program about The Blessing Way; followed by a catered luncheon @ 12 Noon - Cost $9.00
Contact: For Luncheon Reservation Send Check payable to ECW to Elaine DaRosa 824 Hatchery Rd.,NoKingstown 02852 401-295-5758
BigE824@hotmail.com
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Safe Church Recertification
When: Thursday May 24, 2012, 6 - 9pm
Where: Diocesan Annex, 275 North Main street, Providence RI
Description: This is a 3 year refresher course for those certified within the past 3 years to stay current. Current Safe Church certification is required of all clergy, employees of the Diocese, Licensed Eucharistic Visitors, and those who regularly volunteer in diocesan programs for children and youth. Light refreshments will be provided for evening trainings, and the $10.00 registration fee covers the cost of food and drink.
Contact: Mary Ann Kolakowski
safechurch@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org
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Bishop Search: The Electing Convention
When: June 2nd (Time TBA)
Where: St. Paul's, Pawtucket
Description: This event is open to all but should be a priority for Convention Delegates and Clergy as they will be voting on the future Bishop of Rhode Island! Come make sure your parish is represented. more details to follow
Contact: news@episcopalrisearch.org
www.episcopalrisearch.org
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Safe Church Training
When: Saturday June 9, 2012, 9am - 4pm
Where: St. Peter's by the Sea, 72 Central Street, Narragansett, RI, 02882
Description: Safe Church certification is required of all clergy, employees of the Diocese, Licensed Eucharistic Visitors, and those who regularly volunteer in diocesan programs for children and youth. Safe Church Training is required within three months of employment, and before a volunteer can begin diocesan youth or children's ministry. Light refreshments will be provided for evening trainings, and the $10.00 registration fee covers the cost of food and drink.
Contact: MaryAnn Kolakowski
safechurch@episcopalri.org
http://www.episcopalri.org
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In Our Parishes
Public Healing Service with Holy Eucharist
When: Tuesdays at noon
Where: Holy Trinity Church 1956 Main Road Tiverton, RI 02878
Description: This healing service is set within the context of the Holy Eucharist. There is the laying on of hands and annointing with holy oil. With the reception of the body and blood of Jesus, we will pray for God to heal us in mind, body and spirit.
Contact: Rev. John Higginbotham (401) 624-4759
frjohn@htc.necoxmail.com
http://www.holytrinitychurch.org
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Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: April 28th 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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Evensong and "Spring Celebration" Supper
When: April 29: Evensong, 5pm and Supper, 6 pm
Where: All Saints' Memorial Church 674 Westminster Street Providence, Description: Evensong followed by a Pasta Supper. Admission is Free
Contact: Grace E. Malaby 401-751-1747
grace.asmcri@verizon.net
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The Faith Club May Book Study
When: Tuesdays in May at 7 pm
Where: St. Columba's Parish House 55 Vaucluse Avenue, Middletown, RI
Description: SHARE In a community of women as we embark on a MAY BOOK STUDY: THE FAITH CLUB by Idliby, Oliver and Warner. 3 mothers from 3 faiths (Islam, Christianity and Judaism) got together and confronted what divided them. They discovered what united them. Join other women for good conversations and delicious dessert!
Contact: Harriet DiCicco 846-2558 Jennifer Clancy 423-1697
hdicicco@edu-directions.com, glass@clancydesigns.com
http://stcolumbaschapel.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
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Book Discussion at Christ Church WesterlyWhen: Sunday, May 6th at 12 noon Where: Christ Church Parish Hall 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI Brief Description: THE SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMISSION of Christ Church, 7 Elm St. Westerly invites you to their upcoming book discussion on Sunday, May 6 at 12 noon in the Parish Hall. The book chosen is Eternal Life: A New Vision, by Bishop John Shelby Spong. Bishop Spong was the Episcopal Bishop of New Jersey before hi Contact: Paula Niedmann 401-596-5434
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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. David's on the Hill E-Waste & Paper Shredding Event
When: Saturday, May 19th 2012 - 9 am to noon Where: Garden City Parking Lot, Route 2, Cranston, RI Description: Bring in your old electronics and for a $2 donation to the church we will recycle them. TV's, AC units & humidifiers may require an additional fee but, most CPU's, all computer items & wiring, monitors, laptops, phones, scanners, fax machines accepted. No alkaline batteries or white goods. Paper shreddint 40 cents per pound Contact: Brent at 401-884-0321 Info@OfficeRecyclingSolutions.com
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In the Area
The Great Pascal Vespers
When: Sunday April 15, 2012 @ 4:00pm
Where: Sisters of St. Margaret, Chapel on Harden Hill Road, Duxbury, MA
Description: An ancient evening service of processions, prayers, hymns, and psalmody. A reception will follow in Bertram Conference Center
Contact: Sister Grace Gallant 617-445-8961
Grace@ssmbos.org
http://www.ssmbos.org
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St. Mary's Home for Children Heal and Hope Walk
When: Sunday April 29, 2012 11:00am - 2:00pm
Where: 420 Fruit Hill Avenue, North Providence RI
Description: 3 mile walk through the neighborhood, children's activities, education area & demonstrations. $25 per person, $15 children under 12 yrs. Visit website to register.
Contact: 401-353-3900 x262
http://www.smhfc.org
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An Evening with Bobby McFerrin
When: Thursday May 10, 2012 7:30pm
Where: Veteran's Memorial Auditorium Providence RI
Description: FirstWorks presents this awe-inspiring night of music with McFerrin's four-octave range of vocal improvisation!For groups of 10 or more use code Bobbyfun33 for 1/3 discount on top tier tickets.
Contact: 401-421-2787
Peter@first-works.org
http://www.first-works.org or www.vmari.com |
Episcopal charities
Episcopal Charities
Congratulations and many thanks to our donors and volunteers for their support and commitment in healing the gaps hurts, and brokenness in somany of our neighbors. We are thankful that so many heard our second call, asking those who had already given to give again this year. With your help, we continue to be a link between healers and those needing healing.
As we close out the year 2011, our pledge total is $400,000. We have made grants to 80 social service agencies throughout the state that are there to assist those in fragile situations. Our economy continues to be burdensome and we are grateful that so many could continue a tradition that the Rt. Rev. John Seville Higgins began in 1952 -"People Helping People".
Every dollar of every gift was given out in grants. Spread the word ! ! !
2012 Annual Campaign plans are underway. 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 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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May 12th 2012
view the full ad here
Register online by May 2 |
Organist Needed
Substitute organist needed at Emmanuel Cumberland's 11am service. PT for extended period.
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St. Paul's Youth Choir
Invites New Members
The Youth Choir at St. Paul's Wickford follows the curriculum of the Royal School of Church Music & is open to young people Grades 4-8.
Choristers learn music theory, a great choral repertoire and singing as a team ministry.
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