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 Notes from Bishop Mark
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Ordination of Becky McDaniel
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● Ordination of Becky McDaniel on May 14, 11 AM in Christ Church, Blacksburg: It was with great pride that I ordained Becky McDaniel to the Sacred Order of Deacons on Saturday in Christ Episcopal Church, Blacksburg, VA. Becky will begin her ministry as a missional curate assigned to both Trinity Episcopal Church and Stuart Hall School in Staunton.
● Executive Board Meeting on Saturday May 7, 2016: Our Diocesan Executive Board met this past Saturday at Evans House. Along with continued orientation of new members and our continuing business, we had three main agenda items. 1) Developing Relationship in Haiti: I reviewed our recent trip to the Diocese of Haiti and explained the work that we are doing to create and deepen our relationships. 2) The Missional Network: Following our Council time with the Rev. Dr. Dwight Zschiele, I presented a new initiative called The Missional Network that engages Dwight and his team of consultants to work with us in furthering our goals of becoming more increasingly missional throughout our dioceses. More information on this initiative will come in midsummer. 3) Phoebe Needles Center Sustainability: This conversation involved bringing new members up to date on past Board discussions and continuing to evaluate the sustainability of the Center. |
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Trinity Eucumenical Parish, Moneta
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● Parish Visitations: On the Seventh Sunday of Eastertide, I was with the people of Trinity Ecumenical Parish, Moneta. There were a baptism, seven confirmations, and three receptions, (Click the red hyperlink to see more photos.) I celebrated The Day of Pentecost with the people of Emmanuel, Bristol. Pictures to come later in the week. ● Pastoral Concerns: Please pray for the repose of the souls of the Rev. Hilary Smits and the Rev. Lloyd Craighill and for their families. Mr. Smits, who was rector of Christ Church, Pulaski, from 1985 to 1990, died on May 5, in York, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his wife, Doris. Mr. Craighill, brother of the Rev. Peyton Craighill, died on March 28.
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Connecting
● The Aidan Community, Roanoke, is open for applications to be in the first cohort of residents. If you or someone you know, aged 21-35, is looking to live deeper as a part of an intentional Christian community while working or studying in Roanoke, apply today. More information and the application can be found at www.aidancommunity.com.
● Traveling with teens this summer? Check out these abuse prevention tips for the safety of all.
● All those who work with children's faith formation are invited to sign up for "All Our Children," a twice-monthly email sharing questions, resources, and best practices from around our diocese.
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. . . with the Diocese
● Safeguarding God's Children training will take place on Wednesday, May 25, from 5:30--8:30 PM at Christ, Blacksburg. A simple supper will be provided. Training and supper are offered at no cost. Contact Ann Stith to learn more.
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Remember to check out the diocesan
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. . . with the Wider Community
● Presiding Bishop and Primate Michael Curry has been named by Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby to an Anglican Communion Task Force to "maintain conversation" among the Primates. Read more.
● Applications now accepted for 2016 Jubilee Ministry grants. Read more.
● Episcopal Digital Network launches new service for authors. Learn more.
● Applications accepted for new position: Digital Missioner for Formation. The deadline to apply is May 20. Read more.
● Episcopal Church Archives unveils new website, special exhibit on 23rd Presiding Bishop John Allin. Check it out!
● Mark your calendars for a weekly preview of new, innovative ministries in The Episcopal Church, brought to you through Thursdays at 2. Every Thursday at 2 PM Eastern, a new video illustrating the work of congregations and individuals will be posted on the Episcopal Church's Facebook page and YouTube Channel. Find those links and more information here.
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Links and Resources
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as of April 28, 2016
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Bishop Marmion Resource Center
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as of May 12, 2016
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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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