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Feb. 11 Absalom Jones celebration is kick-off for diocesan dismantling racism initiative |
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A workshop designed to promote dialogue and actions toward healing and reconciliation.
On Saturday, February 11th, the Dismantling Racism Commission debuts a new program resource for diocesan parishes--Seeking Our Past, Creating Our Future.
Bishop Wayne has shared with us his concern that our diocese be actively involved in efforts for racial reconciliation, and healing in our community. At his address to our 2010 diocesan convention, he tasked the dismantling racism commission with helping to imagine how we might envision that in this diocese.
The Commission has concluded, and our bishop agrees, that our church cannot effectively engage the broader community in efforts toward exploring our common history, open dialogue, and reconciliation and healing, until we engage in the same process internally.
To that end, the commission has developed an outline for parish use: to explore their past; create avenues for open and honest dialogue; and work together with prayer and mutual support to create a more open, accessible, and welcoming Episcopal Church
Packets have been prepared for each congregation in the diocese which contain materials and exercises for congregations to use as a resource in this work.
The packages will first be distributed at the yearly Absalom Jones and Richard Allen Celebration, Saturday, February 11 at Christ Church Cathedral. Also on the program is freedom rider Rip Patterson.
The 11th is a busy day in the life of this diocese, and while it is hoped that many parishes can send participants, for those that cannot the commission members will be contacting you, delivering materials, and available to talk to forums or serve as a resource during this work. A couple of congregations have already begun this project and will be an additional resource for the diocese.
Sat, Feb. 11-Christ Church Cathedral
8:30-8:50 a.m. - Registration
8:50-9:15 - Welcome, Opening Remarks and Prayer
9:15-10:15 a.m. - Dr. Ernest “Rip” Patton-Revisiting our Past
10:15-10:30 - Break
10:30-11:00 a.m. - Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21 and Q&A (or debriefing)
11:00-Noon - Presentation of the Seeking Our Past, Creating Our Future Packets
12:00-12:15 p.m. - Breakout of Congregational Teams
12:15-12:30 p.m. - Reporting back and Closing Prayer
RSVP (encouraged but not required) to Tracy Grigsby, Offices of the Bishop,
314-231-1220, or tgrigsby@diocesemo.org
Letter of invitation to congregations from Bishop Wayne (being sent 1/19/12)
Bishop's 2010 address
Article on Rip Patton in Winter Seek: download or read online |
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A Presence in Old North |
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At diocesan convention, in his address to the diocese, Bishop Wayne outlined a vision of missional, intentional community in the Old North St. Louis neighborhood. Next morning, Standing Committee introduced a resolution that was adopted by convention, outlining next steps. A newly formed Steering Committee will coordinate the proposed project of a residence in Old North St. Louis where a group of young adults can live in Christian Community while providing service with and/or for existing service organizations in the neighborhood. Steering Committee members are: Nancy Kinney, Renee Fenner, Robert Towner, Harry Leip, and Joe Chambers.
The group held its first meeting this past Tuesday, January 17. The committee's first task is to examine the feasibility, available and needed resources, needs and partners in the Old North neighborhood and the development of a business model that will allow long term sustainability.
The bishop has contracted with the Coro Fellows Program in Public Affairs, which works in partnership with Focus St. Louis. Meeting with the Steering Committee were four Coro fellows assigned to this four-week group project: Kevin Medeiros, Idil Ali, Maggie Parker, and Oliver Gould (l. to r. in the first photo, talking with Canon to the Ordinary Dan Smith). The fellows are currently conducting interviews of people and programs in the neighborhood, and networking with other dioceses and Christian organizations that are using the "Neo-Monastic" model for Christian discernment and service in a community.
" New monasticism is a Christian movement that seeks to incorporate both historical ideologies of monks, friars, and nuns as well as the three modern definitions of discipleship, hospitality, and reforming the Church," explained Coro fellow Ali.
The Coro fellows are working out of the Offices of the Bishop for the duration of this project, and will offer their final report to the bishop and steering committee. |
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6 Members of Missouri's deputation to General Convention appointed to committees |
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The 77th General Convention
of the Episcopal Church will convene July 5-12, 2012 in Indianapolis, IN. Just announced, the Legislative Committee Appointments
which include 6 members of our Diocese of Missouri deputation:
12- Evangelism:
Deputy Michael Clark, Diocese of Missouri
13- Prayer Book, Liturgy and Church Music:
Bishop Wayne Smith, Chair
14- Ministry,
Deputy Jason Samuel, Diocese of Missouri
15- Education,
Deputy Tamsen Whistler, Diocese of Missouri
18- Ecumenical Relations,
Deputy Daniel Appleyard, Chair
23- Credentials,
Deputy Kathryn Dyer
Committees, commissions, agencies and boards (CCABs) generate policy recommendations for the General Convention.
CCABs consider a variety of topics during a triennium. The General Convention refers resolutions to CCABs for study, CCAB members raise new issues for consideration, and some CCABs have continuing projects which they address regularly. CCABs present the results of their discussions, along with any General Convention resolutions that they wish to submit, in a triennial report which is compiled into the "Blue Book" and produced by the General Convention Office.
As we near convention, look for updates on the deputation's blog. |
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Many Voices: the backstory |
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by Agnes Bolwell, St. Timothy's parishioner
The phone rings and a voice asks, "How'd you like to make a CD?" Hmmm…mow the
lawn, grocery shop, balance the checkbook, OR make a CD!
We gathered a few weeks later, water bottles in hand, confident we could record one or
two psalms in a few minutes and have the rest of the afternoon free. Several hours later, grocery
shopping was beginning to look attractive. Excellent readers were stumbling over simple
phrases; Missouri accents were creeping into Hebrew literature: "Yes, I know it's pronounced
"fore," let me record it again." Then we adults watched as a five-year-old and her four-year-old
brother breezed in and out in one take.
But it was well worth it and the resulting "Many Voices" CD has debuted to rave reviews.
This recording of psalms is not meant to compete with English choir boys chanting in Canterbury
Cathedral. Rather, it reflects the ordinary lives of all who have prayed to God for thousands of
years, using these words.
The readers and musicians who recorded these affirmations of hope, cries for help, and
acclamations of praise include St. Timothy's parishioners who gave generously of their time and talents.
100% of the profit from sales
goes to local area food banks to give voice to those who need to be heard. Feeding the hungry is no longer an abstract concept-- the hungry live in our neighborhoods,
work beside us, and join us in our places of worship.
If, in future, your phone rings and
someone asks, "How'd you like to make a CD?" … say "yes." It's a life-changing experience for
everyone.
If you would like to purchase "Many Voices" as a gift, or for someone who can no longer
read, to listen to in the car on the way to work, or to give praise to God, please contact Agnes at
bolwell@sbcglobal.net |
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March 3: Leadership conference scheduled |
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Standing Committee announces that this year's Leadership conference returns to its roots, with sessions on core functions of parish leadership.
Sessions include: You're the Warden Now! workshop for all wardens; Show Me the Money- treasurers and financial reporting; Red Card, Green Card- convention delegates 101; Call to Order- How to run a good meeting; Follow the Trail- Vestries interaction with Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, Insurance, Misconduct, Audits; and more.
The conference will be held Saturday, March 3, at St. Martin's Church in Ellisville. Conference fee will be $20 per person, which includes lunch, and more detailed registration information will follow shortly. |
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Winter Seek delivered, and online |
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Download a PDF, or read online or on your smart phone at issuu.
- The 172nd Convention: a snapshot of this past year in the diocese and imagining our future--Collaboration, governance, worship, and 3 bishops
- Bishop Wayne Smith addresses the diocese--A time for engaging in God’s mission
- Bishop Stephen Dokolo and his wife Lillian crisscross the Missouri diocese in 4 weeks--Weaving stories of Sudan, stories of Missouri
- Anglican Covenant study materials available
- Freedom Rider Rip Patton visits the diocese
- Seeking Our Past, Creating Our Future: Program for the diocese from Dismantling Racism Commission to launch at Absalom Jones & Richard Allen Celebration
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Newsline |
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 Lectio Divina a new group is forming on Thursday mornings, 11 to noon, beginning February 2 through April. Led by Susan Skinner, priest and director of Confluence: A Center for Spirituality, the group will meet at
St. Matthews Church, Warson Woods. To learn more about this form of scripture study or to register for this group, please visit Confluence's website.
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| BISHOP'S SCHEDULE |
Sun, Jan 29 Visitation to St. Francis' Church, Eureka
Sun, Feb 5 Visitation to All Saints' Church, Farmington
Sun, Feb 12 Visitation to Trinity Church, St. Louis
Sun, Feb 26 Visitation to Advent Church, Crestwood |
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Life of the Diocese
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Sat, Jan 21,
9:00-11:30 AM The Vine Market at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
The Vine Market at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 33 North Clay Avenue at Darst Road, Ferguson, is held 9-11:30AM on the third Saturday of the month, beginning Nov. 19th through April 2012. The purpose of The Vine Market is: "To bring the highest quality products to our customers and to be a gathering place that contributes to continued community building and good neighborliness in Ferguson and North County."
Sat, Jan 21 Commission on Ministry, St. Martin's, Ellisville
Sun, Jan 22
5:00 PM Evensong celebrating 100 years of the Reredos and in memory of Judy Casciolini-Christ Church Cathedral
Sun, Jan 22, 2:00 PM Service of Prayer for Christian Unity. The three congregations of SAJE are observing a service of prayer for Christian Unity at Church of the Advent at 2:00 p.m. Fr. Joe Weber of St. Justin Martyr will preach. Please join us to celebrate the unity we share in Christ.
Sun, Jan 22
7:00 PM Taize worship at Church of the Good Shepherd
Church of the Good Shepherd and Confluence: A Center for Spirituality offers time of prayer and reflection based on the worship service of the Taize Community in France. Contact: Pamela Evans-314-330-2844.
Tue, Jan 24 Standing Committee, St. Martin's, Ellisville
Tue, Jan 24,
6:30-8:30 PM "The End of Suburbia"
"The environmental documentary film", The End of Suburbia, about oil depletion and the collapse of the American Dream, will be viewed and discussed at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Contact The Reverends Carleton and Elinor Stock at 314-941-9378 or episcopalians@gmail.com
Wed, Feb 1,
6:00-7:00 PM 12-Step Eucharist at Church of the Ascension
, celebrated on the 1st Wednesday of every month. Location: 4520 Lucas and Hunt Rd., St. Louis, MO 63121.
Tue, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 9 Clergy Retreat
Todd Hall
Thu, Feb 9
Fresh Start, Holy Communion
Occurs second Thursday of the month. For clergy.
Sat, Feb 11 Diocesan Council Meeting, Grace Episcopal Church, 514 E. Argonne Dr. Kirkwood, MO 63122
Sat, Feb 11, 8:30 AM- 12:30 PM Celebration of Absalom Jones. This year's celebration includes the kick-off of Dismantling Racism's program for diocesan parishes, Seeking Our Past, Creating Our Future, and an address by Freedom Rider, Dr. Rip Patterson. Christ Church Cathedral.
Sat, Feb 11
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM St. Louis Community Farmers' Market is returning to St. John's this winter - every SECOND Saturday of the month from 9 am - 1 pm. Please come shop these wonderful vendors!St. John's Episcopal Church, 3664 Arsenal Street, St. Louis, MO 63116. Contact: Annette Beach at 636-466-1769
Sat, Feb 11
7:00 PM 4th Annual Trinity Trivia Night at Trinity - St. Charles
at St. Charles Borromeo Gym, 601 N. 4th Street, St. Charles, MO 63301. Doors open at 6 pm. Trivia starts at 7pm. Contact: Kathleen Mealman at 636-949-0160.
Sat, Feb 11
7:00 PM St. Timothy's celebrates 50 years With a full menu of special parish activities and a great gala concert, St. Tim's is celebrating "50 years of Service to God and our Community."
St. Timothy's celebrates 50 years. On February 11 at 7 PM, a gala concert will present "Two Times True" with jazz pianist Carolbeth True and vocalist Christi John Bye. Admission is free; the concert will be followed by a reception. More info.
Sat, Feb 18 Commission on Ministry, St. Martin's, Ellisville
Sun, Feb 19
7:00- 7:30 PM Compline Service
Compline Service, Poetry and Prose, Meditation and Music, Community and Quiet. Join us for dinner afterward at a CWE restaurant. Trinity Episcopal Church, 600 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108.
Sun, Feb 26
7:00-8:00 PM Taize Worship at Church of the Good Shepherd
Tue, Feb 28 Standing Committee, St. Martin's, Ellisville
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