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In this issue, you will find stories of new ministries and opportunities to explore and participate in new ways in the life of the diocese. Thanks for reading!
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Hot off the presses! Get it now!
Bishop Knisely's newest book on science and faith
Many of you enjoyed exploring the intersection of science and faith through Bishop Knisely's sold-out book of Lenten meditations, Lent is not Rocket Science. If you're looking for a more in-depth discussion of the topic, now's your chance to snap up a copy of his recently published full-length work, Entangled States: Science and Faith. Read more about the book, order your print or e-version, or visit Bishop Knisely's blog for real-time thoughts on science and faith.
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We're hiring in communications
After nearly 6 years with the diocese, Communications Director Ruth Meteer will be setting out on her next great adventure this fall. Please join us in wishing her well!
Ruth has taken our communications to new levels: The quarterly RISEN Magazine is an award-winning publication. All but two of our churches now have websites, most are active on social media, and the great things happening in the Episcopal Church in R.I. are gaining national notice.
We hope to hire over the summer months to ensure a smooth transition in this full time ministry. Please contact the Rev. Linda Grenz for more information about the open position or to submit an application.
Saint Martin's seeks Christian Formation Director
email Elizabeth Welshman for more info
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Reaching out to those affected by autism
Plans are underway at Advent, Coventry (formerly St. Matthias) for a ministry that meets the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of those affected by autism in R.I.
The program will be based on the Rhythms of Grace liturgical program, which was developed by the Rev. Dr. Audrey Scanlan and Linda L. Snyder to serve the autistic community and their families -- but liturgies will be appropriate for all who wish to experience another expression of how we can worship God and serve God's people.
To make this unique interactive worship a reality, we still need lots of help with cleaning, landscaping, painting, and TLC as we reconfigure the sanctuary to host this new community.
Learn more about this new community of faith and find out how to volunteer.
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Cathedral Brainstorming Session
Tues., May 20, 7 to 9 pm
at Redeemer, Providence
Please RSVP online
Please join us for the final cathedral brainstorming session. We will be presenting concrete options for the future of St. John's, and we hope the feedback we receive will enable us to present a plan at Diocesan Convention to be voted on. An RSVP is requested.
Diocesan UTO Ingathering
Sat., May 17, 11:30 am
St. Thomas, Greenville
The ingathering of the diocesan United Thank Offering will begin with a Holy Eucharist, at which Bishop Knisely will celebrate and preach. Eucharist will be followed by Herbal Tea and a talk with herbalist and priest, the Rev. Susan Carpenter. Click for more information or to RSVP.
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