Greetings!
Easter is just around the corner! Hope you are enjoying Holy Week. If you are on twitter or instagram, we ask that you post photos under the hashtag #RIEaster and/or tag us @episcopalri throughout the weekend. What to post? Photos and quips that capture the story of Easter. Lets show the world what Easter is and why it means so much to us.
We'll publish a collection of the most touching, dynamic shots next week. (if you are not social media savvy but take great pictures, email them to me by monday night).
Also, just around the corner is our Wardens Day. If you are a Jr. or Sr. Warden at one of our parishes, we hope to see you there! Read the full ad here.
In worldwide news, the big event last week was the enthronement of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, if you missed it, watch a recap online here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-21885687
Blessings, Ruth Meteer Communications Director Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island
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From the Diocesan House
Safe Church Training
When: April 4, 2013 6pm-9pm
Where: St Paul's Church Parish Hall 55 Main St Wickford, RI
Description: This training is ONLY for people who work with youth in an overnight or off-campus setting. All others needing Safe Church training will be able to train online - more information on the online training will be distributed to parishes by the end of March.
Contact: RSVP for this training at http://safechurchapril2013.eventbrite.com For more info contact Meaghan Kelly 401-473-8718
meaghan@episcopalri.org
ECC Sr. High Conference- Surviving High School
When: Friday, April 05, 2013, 5:30 PM - Sunday, April 07
Where: 872 Reservoir Road, Pascoag, Rhode Island 02859
Description: For grades 9-12 "Surviving High School - Finding God in the Madness", led by The Reverend Meaghan Kelly, Haley White, Marisa Rainey, and Madi Francouer. Let's face it: high school is hard. Not only do you have many demands on your time and homework to finish, but the social pressure at school can be overwhelming sometimes. This conference is an opportunity to talk about some of the challenges you face in high school, and it will help you with some of the tools and encouragement you need to not only survive high school, but recognize how God is working in your life while you are there! Cost $100
Contact: The Rev. Meaghan Kelly, Director(401) 568-4055 meaghan@episcopalri.org http://www.eccri.org
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Diocesan Youth Cookout at ECC
When: Saturday, April 06, 2013, 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: 872 Reservoir Road, Pascoag, Rhode Island 02859
Description: Join youth from all over the Diocese for a softball game and cookout at ECC. All are welcome to join us for this great afternoon! The youth participating in our Sr. High Conference will also take part in the game and cookout, welcoming youth from the rest of the state.
Contact: The Rev. Meaghan Kelly, ECC Director(401) 568-4055 meaghan@episcopalri.org http://www.eccri.org
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 Warden's Day with Bishop Knisely
When: April 13, 2013 9am
Where: St. Paul's, Wickford RI
Description: Join the Bishop, Canon to the Ordinary and other diocesan staff to talk about leadership in your parish. We'll be covering topics like: support you can get from the diocese, your role and responsibilities, working with clergy and negotiating their salary, legal issues you need to be aware of, how your church can save money with the "Thrifty Church Initiative" and much more. Both wardens are invited and encouraged to attend. Lunch will be provided.
http://www.episcopalri.org
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Safe Church Training
When: May 11, 2013 1pm-4pm
Where: Diocese of RI - Annex 275 North Main St Providence, RI
Description: This training is ONLY for people who work with youth in an overnight or off-campus setting. All others needing Safe Church training will be able to train online - more information on the online training will be distributed to parishes by the end of March.
Contact: Register online for this training at http://safechurchmay2013.eventbrite.com or for more info contact Meaghan Kelly 401-473-8718 meaghan@episcopalri.org
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Safe Church Training
When: May 11, 2013 1pm-4pm
Where: Diocese of RI - Annex 275 North Main St Providence, RI
Description: This training is ONLY for people who work with youth in an overnight or off-campus setting. All others needing Safe Church training will be able to train online - more information on the online training will be distributed to parishes by the end of March.
Contact: Register online for this training at http://safechurchmay2013.eventbrite.com or for more info contact Meaghan Kelly 401-473-8718 meaghan@episcopalri.org
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Parish Special Events
LISTED BY DATE
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Maundy Thursday at Grace Church
When: 28 March 2012, 7 PM
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI 02903
Description: Maundy Thursday Service
Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330-6787 mjohnson@gracechurchprovidence.org
http://www.gracechurchprovidence.org
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Good Friday Walk in Tiverton
When: March 29 at Noon
Where: Holy Trinity Church 1956 MainRd. Tiverton, RI 02878
Description: Holy Trinity Church will host its' second annual a youth led Good Friday Walk of the 14 stations of the cross throughout the Town of Tiverton. This is an ecumenical event with youth from St. Theresa and St. Christopher, Roman Catholic Churches, The Amicable Congregational Church, Old Stone Baptist Church and Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. The walk will begin at Holy Trinity Church and end there with a light luncheon for all participants in the parish hall. All are most welcome to attend.
Contact: Rev. John Higginbotham (401) 699-1655 frjohn@htc.necoxmail.com http://www.holytrinitychurch.org
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Good Friday at Grace Church
When: March 29th 2012 - Noon
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI 02903
Description: Good Friday Services
Contact: Mark Johnson401-330-6787 mjohnson@gracechurchprovidence.org
http://www.gracechurchprovidence.org
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Compline
When: April 7th 2013, 8 PM
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence, Ri 02903
Description: Compline
Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330-6787
mjohnson@gracechurchprovidence.org http://www.gracechurchprovidence.org
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Peace & Justice Film Series
When: April 7 at 4 pm
Where: Christ Church 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI
Description: The Peace and Justice Group of Christ Church will present the documentary "Here Am I, Send Me". This inspiring film chronicles the life of Jonathan Daniels (1939 - 1965), an Episcopal seminarian from Keene, NH, who was killed for his work in the American civil rights movement. He is now regarded as a martyr in the Episcopal Church. Frank Thacker will introduce the topic, and his friend (and co-producer of the film) Bill Sullivan is going to facilitate the discussion to follow. A light supper will be served.
Contact: Marlies Parent 860-599-1594
rfbrown1@comcast.net
http://www.christchurchwesterly.org
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Spiritual Life Commission Spring Program
When: April 10, 17 & 24 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Where: Christ Church Parish Hall 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI
Description: The Spiritual Life Commission of Christ Church will sponsor a Spring workshop on the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), offering the opportunity for you to learn more about your innate personality and how these qualities affect your relationships, communication style, and your spiritual/religious preferences. Karen Hansen will be the presenter. As Pam Young a member of Christ Church, who has taken the Myers Briggs previously, states: " I came away from it not only with a better understanding of the way my friends thought and perceived the world, but also a more compassionate view of my own strengths and weaknesses. You will get a better understanding, not only of how others think and react to a given situation, but also a better appreciation of your own talents and gifts." The workshop fee is $5.00. All are welcome to attend.
Contact: Paula Niedman 401-596-5434
rfbrown1@comcast.net
http://www.chirstchurchwesterly.org
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Evensong
When: April 28, 2013, 5:00 PM
Where: All Saints' Memorial Church, 674 Westminster Street, Providence
Description: Music will include Berstein's "ChichesterPsalms", Stanford's "Magnificatand Nunc Dimittis" in C Major, and Faure's "In Pardisum". Free with donations supporting the City Meal Site and the All Saints' Arts Program.
Contact: Grace Malaby, 401-751-1747
rsillima@bu.edu
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When: May 5th 2013, 8 PM
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence, RI Description: Compline
Contact: Mark Johnson 401-330-6787
mjohnson@gracechurchprovidence.org
http://www.gracechurchprovidence.org
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Ongoing Parish Events
DAILY
AA Meeting
When: weekdays at 12:15pm-1:15pm
Where: Grace Church 175 Mathewson Street Providence,
Description: Daily AA meeting
Contact: Woody A.401- 441-7424
administrator@GraceChurchprovidence.org
MONDAYS
AA Meeting
When: Mondays at 7:30
Where: Church of the Holy Spirit 4150 Old Post Rd Charlestown, RI
Description:12-step Meeting
Contact:Nancy Penn 401-364-0949
npenn5@yahoo.com
http://holyspiritri.org
TUESDAYS
Cancer Support Group
When: 3rd Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Church of the Transfiguration, 1665 Broad Street, Cranston, RI Description: A support group for those with cancer and their families.
Contact: Sallie Peck: 401-785-0594
office@church-transfig.org
http://www.church-transfig.org
Education For Ministry Group
When: Tuesday nights Starting September 17, 2012
Where: St Paul's Episcopal Church 55 Main St. North Kingstown, RI
Description: Education for Ministry (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 RI is a sponsoring Diocese. Every baptized person is called to ministry. The EFM Program is preparation for this ministry to which we all are called. Students of EFM sign up one year at a time for this four year program which covers Old and New Testaments, Church History, and Theology. Students meet in seminars under the guidance of trained mentors. The program grants a certificate of completion of the four years and 18 Continuing Education Units for each year's work.
Contact: Ninni Jacob 401 294 3004
http://theology.sewanee.edu/academics/education-for-ministry/
ninnijacob@hotmail.com
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
WEDNESDAYS
Observing Lent at Christ Church
When: Wednesdays Feb 20th to Mar 20th at 6 pm
Where: Christ Church 7 Elm St. Westerly, RI
Description: How do we forgive ourselves and others in our daily life? Why do we hold on to past mistakes like a penance, and why do we define ourselves by the people who have hurt us? These questions and others will be discussed when we gather for the Lenten program. The Forgiveness Book, by the Rev. Bob Libby, will be the source of our discussion. This time of prayer, a shared meal, and discussion on this sometimes troubling issue in our lives, will strengthen us for the blessed miracle of Easter. Come for Evening Prayer at 6 pm, supper at 6:30 pm and the program at 7 pm - 8:30 pm.
Contact: Paula Niedmann 401-596-5454
rfbrown1@comcast.net
http://www.christchurchwesterly.org
Wednesday Holy Eucharist with light breakfast
When: Every Wednesday
Where: St. Martin's Church 50 Orchard Avenue Providence, RI
Description: Every Wednesday St. Martin's offers a 7am Holy Eucharist service followed by a light breakfast.
Contact: Deborah Bshara Parish Administrator
church@stmartinsprov.org
http://stmartinsprov.org
Service of Holy Eucharist
When: Wednesday Evenings - 6:00 PM
Where: Church of the Redeemer 655 Hope Street Providence, RI
Description: Midweek service of the Holy Eucharist
Contact: Rev. Patrick A. Campbell-Priest-in Charge 401-331-0678 401-331-0678
patrickacampbell@gmail.com
The Story at St Michael's Church
When: Wedenesday @ 6pm
Where: St Michael's Church 399 Hope Street Bristol, RI
Description: It's not too late to sign up for The Story. Beginning Wednesday September 26 at 6pm, a group study of the Bible as the story of God's people and how God has acted through history will meet on Wednesday evenings. The Story covers the Bible in 31 lessons as the adventure of God working through history. We will meet weekly, with some breaks on Wednesdays at 6pm in the Ivy Room.
Contact: to participate contact Louisa Jones 401-396-5067
louisajones@cox.net
http://www.stmichaelsbristolri.org/
Taize Prayer at St. Ann's By-the-Sea
When: 5PM the fourth Wednesday of each month.
Where: St. Ann's By-the-Sea Block Island
Description: A beautiful service of sacred hymns, candle light, and the island drummers.
Contact: Erica Tonner, Administrator 401-466-291
saintannsbythesea@verizon.net
http://www.stannsbythesea.com
THURSDAYS
AA Meetings
When: Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Church of the Transfiguration (downstairs parish hall), 1665 Broad Street, Cranston, RI 02905
Description: weekly AA meetings
Contact: Tara 401-461-3142
office@church-transfig.org
http://www.church-transfig.org
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. No membership fee.
Contact: Louisa Jones 401-396-506
louisajones@cox.net
http://www.stmichaelsbristolri.org
FRIDAYS
Lenten Movie Program
When: Starting Friday, Feb 15th:7 - 9:30PM
Where: St John the Divine 10 Church Way Saunderstown RI (Church Hall)
Description: Discussion will follow each movie. A series of movies each presenting a character who, despite his/her desires, is called upon to play a Christ-like role. Feb 15: Shane Feb 22" The Chalk Garden March 1: Cool Hand Luke March 8: The Miracle Worker March 15: Captains Courageous March 22: On the Waterfront Soda and chips will be provided.
Contact: Rev Judith Mitchell Juthnami@aol.com
Kencahill@cox.net
www.stjohnschurchway.org
Line Dancing
When: 1st friday of each month. 6:00pm
Where: St. James 474 Fruit Hill Ave. Norht Providence
Description: Come learn the art of linedancing, have fun, enjoy refreshments and help support a great little church. Cash donations are accepted, you may also bring a jar of either jelly or peanut butter to be used for our ministry of sandwiches being donated to support the less fortunate in our state.
Contact: Rita Pignatelli 401-353-4986
ja-bland@hotmail.com
SATURDAYS
Faith Sharing
When: Second Saturday of the Month
Where: Church of the Holy Spirit 4150 Old Post Rd. Charlestown, RI
Description: If you've ever had a "religious experience" (or wondered whether you have or not!) where would you go to talk about it? For about three years, a group ranging from 4 to 14 has gathered almost every month at Church of the Holy Spirit, or at members' homes, to share a light "pot luck" lunch and "tell our stories" of faith, or doubt, or fear, all aspects of personal spirituality and religion. Please come as our guests; no need to bring anything for the pot-luck lunch.
Contact: Nancy Penn 401-364-0949
npenn5@yahoo.com
http://holyspiritri.org
Saturday Evening Worship
When: Weekly through October, 5pm
Where: St Barnabas Church 3257 Post Road Warwick RI 02886
Description: Evening worship service with eucharist celebration
Contact: St Barnabas Church 401-737-4141
abmanningrn@gmail.com
http://stbarnabaswarwick.org
SUNDAYS
St. Stephen's Lenten Series
When: Sundays in Lent (Feb 17,24, Mar 3,10,17) 6 pm
Where: S. Stephen's Church 114 George Street Providence, RI 02906
Description: Join us Sunday evenings in Lent for our annual series. This year's topic: "Forgiveness and Reconciliation". For more information, please visit our website at www.sstephens.org
Contact: Cory MacLean 401-4216702, ext. 1
office@sstephens.necoxmail.com
http://www.sstephens.org
Parenting Support Group
When: 3rd Sunday of every month
Where: St. Michael's Church Tildesley Bldg. 399 Hope St. Bristol, RI
Description: The Parenting Support Group will meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month, at 6pm in the Tildesley building. All parents are welcome--single, traditional and non-traditional families, step parents, or couples. Please feel free to come even if you haven't been able to attend in the past. This is an opportunity to share the challenges of parenting today with other parents dealing with the same issues. A basket will be available for non perishable food donations to the soup kitchen and paper goods for the food pantry. Childcare is available but please notify Jennifer DeWolf (401)935-3359 to let us know how many children will be attending and their ages
Contact: Betty Vargas 253-7717
jenmarkdewolf@aol.com
http://stmichaelsbristolri.org
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In the Area
Holy Week with the sisters of St. Margaret
When: March 29-31, 2013
Where: St. Margaret's Chapel 30 Harden Hill Road Duxbury, MA 02332
Description: Holy Week Schedule: Good Friday Liturgy, March 29 at 3:00 pm Holy Saturday Liturgy, March 30 at 12:00 noon The Great Vigil of Easter, Sunday, March 31 at 4:30 am
Contact: Madelyn Betz, 781-934-9477 x501
convent@ssmbos.org
http://www.ssmbos.org
The Great Paschal Vespers at the Sisters of St. Margaret's
When: Sunday, April 7 at 4:00 pm
Where: St. Margaret's Chapel 30 Harden Hill Road Duxury, MA 02332
Description: an ancient evening service of processions, prayers, hymns, and psalmody is an offering of praise to God for the glorious resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ. The Sisters of St. Margaret welcome all to join them in this celebration at 4:00 pm in the Chapel on Harden Hill Road in Duxbury. Reception following.
Contact: Madelyn Betz, 781-934-9477 x501
convent@ssmbos.org
http://www.ssmbos.org
RI Interfaith: ECO Inspired Solutions for a Sustainable Future
When: April 11, 2013, 5:30 - 9:00 pm
Where: Roger Williams Park Casino, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Providence
Description: Multi-faith panel presentations, green exhibitors, organic meal & organized discussions of topics ranging from group buying on renewables & window insulation to disinvesting from fossil fuels.
Contact: Zeke Olsen, 401-364-5925, Cell: 862-881-7580
zfolsen@cox.net
http://www.ri-ipl.org/Conf2013.html
A Conversation about Haiti
When: April 26 5-9pm and April 27 9am-1pm
Where: The Society of St. Margaret 50 Harden Hill Road Duxbury, MA
Description: In 1927, the Sisters of the Society of St. Margaret established a mission house in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. They directed schools for needy and handicapped children, and ministered to the indigent elderly. For eighty-three years they served the forgotten and neglected in the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. On January 12, 2010, all that they had built was destroyed in twelve seconds. They are still there. Come hear about it and enjoy an art tour from two Sisters currently serving in Haiti. Friday, April 26 begins with a 5:00 pm Evening Prayer in the Chapel and includes dinner. Saturday, April 27 begins at 9:00 am and includes noonday prayers and lunch. While there is no fee for this program, donations for our mission in Haiti will be gratefully accepted. SPACE IS LIMITED. RSVP by April 23
Contact: 781-934-9477 x501
convent@ssmbos.org
http://www.ssmbos.org
East Bay/Barrington CROP Hunger Walk 2013
When: Sunday April 28, 2013 Register:1:30pm; Walk 2:00pm
Where: Barrington Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 461 County Rd., Barrington
Description: CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by local congregations or groups to raise funds to end hunger at home and around the world, with up to 25 percent of the funds it raises going to hunger-fighting programs in its own community. Mobile Loaves & Fishes was chosen to be one of 2 organizations that will be the recipients. See website for details and to register.
Contact: Nancy Rockefeller 401-965-7376
josierock57@gmail.com
http://hunger.cwsglobal.org/site/TR?team_id=80688&fr_id=16519&pg=team
The 3rd Annual New England Anglican Studies (NEAS) Conference
When: April 20 2013, 9am to 7pm
Where: Harvard Divinity School, Cambridge MA
Description: Keynote Speaker will be the Most Rev. Frank T. Griswold III, Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, 1998-2006. Contemporary Christianity has seen a resurgence of interest in contemplation; in christian contemplative traditions, as well as in the contemplative practices of other religious traditions. These trends enliven contemporary prayer and practice. Contemplation is not a flight from the world and its many challenges, but rather a mode of delivering oneself and others into the world anew, renewed, and ever ready to face those very challenges. This conference aims to investigate and deepen this conviction
Contact: For more info visit
www.hdsepisc.org
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