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THE GRAPEVINE THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF SOUTHEAST FLORIDA 525 NE 15TH STREET MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132 305.373.0881 WWW.DIOSEF.ORG
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 Holy Comforter A heartfelt congratulations to Holy Comforter and the Reverend Rafael Garcia, who recently moved from "mission" to "parish" status in our diocese. This is a huge accomplishment for our entire church community and specifically Holy Comforter. Bishop Frade is pictured here with Senior Warden Malcolm Briggs.
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Canon Jim Nolan
Jim Nolan, Trinity Cathedral's Clerk-of-the-Works, was installed by Bishop  Frade as Canon Jim Nolan at the Choral Evensong celebration held on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Serving as Clerk since 2008, Canon Jim remains on of Dean McCaleb's primary financial and operational advisors, overseeing much of the day-to-day management of the Cathedral. Congratulations Canon Nolan!
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Doing our part
The Diocese of Southeast Florida has been participating in the Shred-it shredding and recycling program. Over the past year, we have saved 3.90 trees from destruction by recycling. According to the industry estimates every ton of recycled paper saves 18 new trees from being harvested for paper production. Way to go!
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 WE WILL! Campaign Donation St. Mark's Church and School is close to embarking on the most transformative phase of its building project thanks to the generous donation of $1.5 million from John and Jeanette Staluppi to the WE WILL! Build in Faith Capital Campaign. The new building will be named in their honor, the Staluppi Center at St. Mark's and will serve the church and school family as well as the community.
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 Bishop-elect William 'Chip' Stokes
Congratulations to the newly elected Twelfth Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey, the Reverend William 'Chip' Stokes, Rector, St. Paul's Delray Beach. Read the Diocese of Southeast Florida press release here, and the Diocese of New Jersey press release here. View Bishop-elect Stokes intro to the Diocese of NJ here. |
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HAPPENINGS AROUND THE DIOCESE
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UBE donates to Haiti
The Theodore Gibson Chapter of The Union of Black Episcopalians made a sizable donation to Haiti recently. The donation will provide over 1600 books to school children who's supplies were destroyed by the earthquake.
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Speaking out for Justice
Follow this link for more information about the urgent action needed on immigration bill S. 744. for comprehensive immigration reform. This is supported by the Venerable Dr. Fritz Bazin, Archdeacon for Immigration and Social Justice.
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 Vacation Bible School
Send your VBS flyers and/or information here. Click here to see the activities going on around the diocese.
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Live Hymnal Recording
Come and sing live on Charles Milling's first live hymnal album. Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Joesph's, Boynton Beach. Click here to view the flyer!
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 ATM Workshop This All Things Media Workshop is focusing on Constant Contact - how to use email to enrich your ministry. RSVP to Linda here, by tomorrow! The workshop is being held at the Duncan Conference Center on Monday, May 20, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Pentecost Celebration
The office of Immigration and Social Justice is working to end gun violence in all communities. Join Bishop Leo Frade at Holy Family for a Pentecost Eucharist with testimonies, laying of hands, and anointing. The event will occur on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2013 at 7 p.m. This is co-sponsored by: the Union of Black Episcopalians, The Hispanic Coalition, The Haitian Commission, and The Anti-Racism Commission.
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Guided Labyrinth Walks
The labyrinth is an ancient tool for spiritual self-discovery. It invites us to travel inward and then outward, to open ourselves to new possibilities. Walking the winding path of the labyrinth can serve as a metaphor for one's spiritual journey. It can also become a mirror for where we are in our lives.
The walk will be guided by Linda Hurley, a Veriditas trained certified labyrinth facilitator. Stop by the Duncan Conference Center on Monday, May 20, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. The walk is free, however there is a $5 donation suggested.
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Annual HIV/AIDS Retreat
Reserve your space for the 22nd annual HIV/AIDS retreat at Kanuga Conference Center, June 7 - 9, 2013. This is a spirit filled weekend of hope, music and rejuvenation. Check out the brochure here. This weekend is sponsored by The Province IV Network of AIDS Ministries, The Episcopal Church, and the National Episcopal AIDS Coalition.
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Fellowship Day at Marlins Park
Get ready for a family fun day at the park, as the Miami Marlins take on the St. Louis Cardinals, on Saturday, June 15, 2013. First pitch is at 4:10 p.m. The cost is only $25. If enough interested is generated, transportation will also be provided at a nominal fee from Palm Beach, and Broward Counties, and the Keys. Click here for detailed information. Deadline to remit payment is Monday, June 3, 2013.
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Information to share?
Diocesan Youth Coordinator
Mary Cobiella
mary@diosef.org
305-373-0881 x129
800-268-9993 x129
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Sacred Rite Retreat
Join in a spiritual retreat and a time of contemplative formation for 18 to 30 year old young adults. The theme of this retreat is "Heal and Let Go: Finding Our Sacred Space of Healing + Grace." The retreat will be held at The Duncan Center from May 31 - June 2, 2013. Contact Teresa Pasquale here and view the brochure here for more information.
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The Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida includes 76 congregations, with approximately 38,000 parishioners, from Key West, north to Jensen Beach, and west to Clewiston. The mission is to make known to all people the transforming power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, including ALL, excluding none.
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