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January 7, 2016
In this issue:
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 Notes from Bishop Mark
O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
● The diocesan Executive Board meets this Saturday morning at Evans House. Our primary work will be the completion of the 2016 Annual Mission Budgeting process in preparation for Council.
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Processional at Christ, Pulaski
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● Clergy Participation and Attendance: Next Saturday, January 16, we will ordain Whitney Burton to the priesthood at 10 AM at St. John's, Roanoke. On the last weekend of this month, we will hold our Annual Diocesan Council. Sharing in the larger life of the body of Christ is both part of the commitment of our ministry and a sign of respect for and fellowship with our brothers and sisters, lay and ordained, who make up our diocese. Council attendance is expected of all canonically resident clergy except where permission to be excused is granted.
● Sunday Visitations: On the Second Sunday of Christmas, I worshipped with the people of Christ Episcopal Church, Pulaski. (Click on the link or the photo to see more pictures from this visit.) On the First Sunday after the Epiphany, my visitation will be with St. Thomas, Abingdon.
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Remember to check out the diocesan
Bulletin Board--you'll find information about available grants, seminars, and upcoming training opportunities, as well as parish events!
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● Registration for Annual Council is now open here. The Early Bird discount ends January 18, 2016. Parishes are reminded that any changes in delegates or alternates must be reported promptly to Lynn Robertson. ● The collection for the annual St. Nicholas Day Appeal continues. Donations will be used to support an ecumenical lunch program being served from Trinity, Staunton, and to furnish a cottage at Boys Home. Parish offices and clergy, please remind parishioners that they may use the envelopes you've provided to them or their own envelope sent to PO Box 2279, Roanoke, VA 24009. Donations may also be made online using the link below in " Resources and Links."
● Two Events for Youth:
-- Lighthouse: Safe to Shore (Youth@Council 2016) Be sure to register now for Youth@Council. Registration is live at youth.dioswva.org. We will talk about being led by the Holy Spirit through the rough seas of our lives. This event corresponds with the Annual Council ( January 29-31) and is for youth from across the Diocese in grades 5-12.
--Happening #9 - Staff and participant applications are live at youth.dioswva.org. This contemplative retreat for high school students is led and facilitated by youth. It will take place at St. John's, Roanoke, from February 26-29.
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. . . with the Diocese
● The next program for the Center for Lifelong Learning is "The Phoebe Needles Mountain Band," featuring the music of Alan Mesenger, David Cannaday, Gene Parker, Marvin Harlow, Ray Holland, and James Guilliams. The program begins at 10:00 AM and is followed by lunch at noon. All the information is in the attached flyer. Please register by Friday January 8th at noon. Remember: if the Franklin County Schools are open, the show goes on. ● Grace Memorial, Lynchburg, welcomes Elvis Tribute Artist Taylor Rodriguez on Sunday, January 10, at 4 PM. Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children. A reception follows. For more information, contact the church office at 434-846-3156. Proceeds will benefit Outreach missions in the Lynchburg Community.
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. . . with the Wider Community
● "I look forward to being present with my fellow primates," Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael B. Curry said concerning the upcoming Anglican Communion Primates meeting. Read more.
● Applications are now accepted for the 2016 United Thank Offering grants. Read more.
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Resources and Links
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as of November 14, 2015
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Bishop Marmion Resource Center
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as of December 17, 2015
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St. Nicholas Day Appeal & more!
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www.dioswva.org
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Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia
1002 1st Street SW ~ Roanoke, VA 24016
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