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Volume 6, Issue 43
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Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
"The blind man said to Jesus, 'My teacher, let me see again.'" Mark-10:51
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 Mr. Edward B. Benjamin, former chancellor of the diocese, dies
"Wise counsel"
[Excerpt from Bp. Charles Jenkins' 2003 Convention Address, upon the retirement of Mr. Benjamin]
The work of Christ's church in Louisiana goes forth on the loving, sacrificial efforts of men and women who most often quietly, steadily and faithfully give of their time, talent and treasure to advance God's mission in this land. And so it is that we have been blessed with the presence of Edward B. Benjamin as chancellor of the Diocese of Louisiana for the past 20 years. The wise counsel and steady guidance of Mr. Benjamin throughout the episcopate of Bishop James B. Brown and through the first five years of my episcopate has been an assurance and strong rock for your bishops during some very frightening times.
The Rt. Rev'd Charles E. Jenkins, 10th Bishop of the Diocese of Louisiana
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 All Souls New Orleans bids farewell to Fr. Lonell Wright
Please join Bishop Thompson as the Diocese of Louisiana honors Fr. Wright, and draws his active ministry at All Souls' to a close, on Sunday, November 4.  A worship service will begin at 4pm at All Souls Church New Orleans; 5500 Saint Claude Avenue. A reception will follow in the church hall. All are encouraged to attend. |
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 The Rev'd Edward Thompson set to Join All Souls New Orleans as Priest in Charge on November 5
The Reverend Edward Thompson was born, raised, educated and ordained in the Episcopal Church of Liberia, Province of West Africa, and received into The Episcopal Church in 2002. He served several parishes as supply priest, assistant vicar, priest-in-charge and high school youth minister in the Diocese of Milwaukee. In Liberia, he served as administrative assistant to the Bishop and as chaplain at Cuttington University College.
Father Thompson holds an Associate of Science degree in electronics engineering, a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and a Master of Divinity (Nashotah House Seminary, WI). He is married to Vashti Josephine Collins, and they are the parents of Alfred, Levi, Gershom and Vashèd.
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 St. Paul's, New Orleans, welcomes Fr. Rob Courtney as Priest in charge
Beginning December 1st, Fr. Courtney joins St Paul's; he has served as the Rector of Trinity Church, Morgan City, since his graduation from seminary (the University of the South) in 2009. He brings a strong set of pastoral and organizational skills to his new position. The people of St. Paul's look forward to a strong future under his guidance, just as those at Trinity Church are thankful for his time of ministry and spiritual growth with them. |
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Chapel of the Holy Comforter
Adds Healing Service
The Chapel of the Holy Comforter, the Episcopal ministry to the university communities at UNO and SUNO, has added a weekly service to its schedule. Every Thursday at 9:30 am, there is a Public Service of Healing which includes the eucharist. In this service, from the Book of Occasional Services, individuals are invited to present personal or community needs for healing and reconciliation and, if desired, anointing. Everyone, whether or not a part of the university community, is invited to take part.
The Chapel of the Holy Comforter is at 2220 Lakeshore Drive at the end of Elysian Fields Avenue adjacent to the UNO campus. For more information, call Fr. John Craft at 504 920-1223.
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Trinity Artist Series
Trinity Church, New Orleans
October 28 @ 5 pm African /American Opera and Gospel music diva Dr. Valerie Anne Francis
Featuring songs by Ellis Marsalis, Moses Hogan & Roger Dickerson and others.
Trinity Address: 1329 Jackson Avenue, NOLA
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Health Plan Open Enrollment
diocesan & parish employees
OPEN ENROLLMENT 2013 for Health and Dental Insurance
October 31st-November 21st
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Annual Art Show and Sale St. Michael's Mandeville 
Over 30 Award winning Artists Saturday November 3rd, 6-9pm; Reception, Music & Refreshments Sunday, November 4th, 8am-Noon. St Michael's, Website
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Christ Church Slidell
Friday, October 26, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Christ Episcopal Church Slidell. Free - Everyone Welcome. 1534 Seventh Street in Slidell (at the corner of Seventh Street and Pennsylvania Avenue). For more information about the party or the raffle, please call Stephanie Addington at 985-643-4531 or e-mail.
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2013 Assessment and Program Asking by Congregation Info
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Fall ChurchWork 2012 
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Walter Baer - Priest 10/28
Joe Doss - Bishop 10/31
That they may faithfully fulfill the duties of their ministry, build up Your Church, and glorify Your Name, we pray to you, O Lord
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 "Thomas Merton through a New Monk's Eyes"
Br. Ephrem Arcement, of St. Joseph Abbey
Saturday, November 3, 10 am - 3 pm at Parker UMC, 1130 Nashville Ave. NOLA 70115. This opportunity to hear Br. Ephrem share his enthusiasm for both the life of a monk and the work of Thomas Merton is Not To Be Missed! The cost is $25 and includes lunch. More info: 504-899-3431 or william.thiele56@gmail.com
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TRUNK OR TREAT SUNDAY, OCT 28 Christ Church Slidell
Come one and all in your favorite Halloween costume to a Trunk or Treat party on Sunday, October 28, 4:00-6:00 PM, at Christ Episcopal Church, 1534 Seventh Street, Slidell LA 70458. You'll find a safe and fun event for the whole family. The costume contest will be at 5:30 PM that evening. For information, please call the church office at 985-643-4531.
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November ChurchWork Submission Due
The deadline for the Winter issue of ChurchWork is Thursday, November 1st. This issue will be in mailboxes a week or two before Christmas, so please feel free to include Advent activities as well as anything you have going on in January and February.
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St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, Metairie to host 5th Annual PumpkinPalooza on Saturday,
October 27th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
PumpkinPalooza, a celebration of "all things pumpkin," began in 2008 as a way to bring together the various components of St. Augustine's-parish, school, and neighborhood. It immediately became one of St. Augustine's favorite and most anticipated activities. PumpkinPalooza is a fun mini-festival that includes kiddie carnival games, activities, a pumpkin decorating contest, and prizes for children. Adults can enjoy good company and a cake walk, as well as the opportunities to win door prizes. Adults can also enter the pumpkin cooking contest and pumpkin carving and decorating contest to win restaurant and merchant gift cards. The St. Augustine's Pre-School children put on an adorable performance of holiday songs. And of course, the pumpkin patch is open for business!
PumpkinPalooza is free and open to the public. All are welcome!
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St. Francis Pumpkin Patch St. Francis Church, Denham Springs. Sun-Sat until Oct. 31st; 9am-6pm each day, Sundays: Noon-6pm. St. Mark's Harvey Pumpkin Patch
The Patch is open thru out October. Hours are M-Sat: 9am-Sundown & Sunday: Noon-Sundown. St. Martin's Pumpkin Patch
St. Martin's Church Metairie M-F: Noon-6:30pm and Sat-Sun: 10am-6:30pm
St. Augustine's Pumpkin Patch
St. Augustine's, Metairie. Hours are 7 days a week 9am - 8pm until All Hallow's Eve. Grace Memorial Hammond Pumpkin Patch
Hours are M-F 2:30-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm; and Sun Noon - 4pm.
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 An Evening with the St. Louis Jesuits
This November, during Loyola Week 2012, the Jesuit Center will be hosting the St. Louis Jesuits, one of the most popular liturgical music groups for decades. Known for writing popular hymns such as "Be Not Afraid", "City of God",and "Here I Am, Lord", the St. Louis Jesuits popularized contemporary liturgical music in the 1970s and 1980s, and their songs are still sung around the world today. This event is a rare occasion where these 5-time Grammy nominees come together to sing the hymns they made popular in churches throughout the country.
The performance will take place on Monday, November 5th, 2012 at 7:30 PM in Roussel Hall. VIP tickets include reserved seating, a 6:00 PM pre-event reception, and a signed copy of The St. Louis Jesuits, Thirty Years.
For more information or to buy tickets: http://mm.loyno.edu/jesuit-center/come-experience-st-louis-jesuits
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Grief In The Holidays 
Loss of a Child & the Holidays St Luke's Health Ministries, Baton Rouge, is offering this informative program Wed. November 7 from 6 - 8 PM in Witter Hall, 8833 Goodwood Blvd. No matter the time, no matter the age, no matter the circumstances, losing a child is forever. Please join our panel of experts as they share their personal and professional stories of loss and healing. Advance registration requested by either calling 225.926.5343 or bwilliams@stlukesbr.org |
Radical Christian Life: Equipping Ourselves for Social Change
Trinity Institute's 42nd National Theological Conference, Radical Christian Life: Equipping Ourselves for Social Change, will be held November 9-11, 2012 and simultaneously webcast at St. James by the Center for Spiritual Formation featuring Joan Chittister.
Trinity Conference Information and Registration Available Now!
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