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Ecumenical Notes
June 14,2018
New Mexico Conference of Churches
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In this Issue: Events and Opportunities
*Opportunities to Engage in Ministry and Study
This Summer *
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Thank You to all who participated, volunteered & donated to
CIRCO:
Benefit for Commun
ity
We Raised Over $22,000 for:
And, for his many contributions to New Mexico we awarded
the
Ecumenical Turquoise Chalice
to
the Rt. Rev. Michael L. Vono,
Bishop of the Episcopal
Diocese of Rio Grande.
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Summer Opportunities
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Taize in the Desert
JUNE 15, 2018, 7:30 pm
We are so excited to celebrate our
6-Year Anniversary in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe and hope you will join us in prayer and celebration! All are welcome. This is an ecumenical and interdenominational form of prayer. Taizé is a spirituality that is easy to experience and hard to describe. Following the service we will have refreshments in the Our Lady of Guadalupe Commons!
Save the date: Every Third Friday: July 20, Aug 17, Sept 21...
Location: Santa Maria de la Vid Abbey, 5825 Coors Blvd. SW, ABQ
More information:
EMAIL or call 505-873-4399
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Hike of the Month
MOUNT TAYLOR
JUNE 16, 2018, 7:00 am,
St. John's United Methodist Church (2626 Arizona St NE)
Hikers should come prepared for a 6 to 6.5-mile hike on
Gooseberry Spring Trail, Mount Taylor,
Moderately Difficult to Difficult.
Bring sunscreen and a hat, a windbreaker or light jacket, and rain gear. Please carry plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch for the trail.
We will meet at 7am in the east parking lot at St John's and carpool to Mount Taylor.
Info & RSVP:
mmadara@stjohns-abq.org
Save the date for future hikes:
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Poor People's Campaign Events: Monday, June 18
Two Locations:
Gallup
&
Santa Fe
Gallup:
5:00pm at the Railway Public Space on main road.
Indigenous Dances at 7:00pm
Focus on
uranium with a call for our solidarity.
Santa Fe: 2:00pm at the Roundhouse.
Teach-in and Rally
Theme: Everybody's Got a Right to Live
Location: Roundhouse, 490 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe.
Faith leaders in clergy garb strongly encouraged to participate.
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June 22-23:
Homiletics Workshop
The Art of Sermon Preparation and Preaching
Instructors: Rev. Joe MacDonald & his wife, CLM, Cazandra MacDonald, bring a wealth of experience. Joe is finishing his D.Min with an emphasis in Homiletics & Cazandra speaks across the country on behalf of the hemophilia community.
Details: First United Methodist Church, ABQ. The evening times are 6-9:00 pm. The day times are 9 am-3:30 pm. Participants need to attend both days for CEU credit.
There is no cost but a love offering will be taken.
Registration: 575-405-0768 or
cazmac9910@gmail.com
. Mention: Homiletics Workshop.
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Watershed Way Events June 23 & 24
Sat., June 23, 5:00 pm til dark
Location:
pavilion at the end of Campbell Ranch Rd, ABQ
A river experience with Elaine Enns and Ched Myers. Program begins at 5. Music by Zehner Brothers. Bring food to share at 6:30 potluck. All are welcome. Because what we know we will love and what we love we will protect.
Sun., June 24, 3:00 pm
A river experience with Elaine Enns and Ched Myers who will be conducting a Watershed Way week at Ghost Ranc
h.
Info: Stephen Picha 505-280-1860.
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Sunday, June 24 @ 12 noon
African American Catholic Community
The Archdiocese of Santa Fe
Please join the
ASF African American Catholic Community
for mass at
St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church
5901 St. Joseph Dr. NW, ABQ
I
nformation: 505-836-3627
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UNEARTHED Coversation Series
Las Cruces and Albuquerque
Tuesday, June 26, 6:30pm
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401 12th St. NW, ABQ
An evening of film and conversation with panel.
Intro by Mayor Tim Keller, panel moderated by
Tara Gatewood to discuss oil and gas in New Mexico.
$10 suggested donation. See their films
HERE
Wednesday, June 27, 7:00pm
The Southwest Environmental Center, 275 Main St., Las Cruces
An evening of film and conversation exploring
oil and gas in New Mexico.
See their films
HERE
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Theology on Film Series presents:
"On the Way"
Wednesday, June 27
th, 6:30-9:00pm
All are welcome to join the Norbertine Community for Vespers at 6:00pm in the Church of Santa Maria de la Vid.
A father heads overseas to recover the body of his estranged son who died while traveling the "El camino de Santiago," and decides to take the pilgrimage himself. runtime is 2h 3min.
Discussion following the film to be facilitated by Mike Pitchford.
For more information,
EMAIL or call the Abbey (505) 873-4399 ext. 237
Location: Santa Maria de la Vid Abbey,
5825 Coors Blvd. SW, ABQ 87121
Pizza and Popcorn will be provided! No cost * Donations will be gratefully accepted
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REGISTER NOW
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Register NOW
June 22, 23, 29, 30, July 6, 7, 20, 21
Fridays, 7:00 - 8:30pm,
Saturdays, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Santa Maria de la Vid Abby, Library Seminar,
5825 Coors Blvd, SW, ABQ
This course studies the development of the Christian theological tradition in its unity and diversity, through the contributions of major theological figures, critical movements within the Christian community and the social context in which theology is formed. It explores a variety of approaches to theological inquiry from classical tradition to modern revisions in
interpretation, diversity and the research skills necessary for studying theology today. FLYER
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NEW Registration deadline: August 1, 2018
New Mexico
Pilgrimage for Unity
Sept.13-16
A Three Day Ecumenical Pilgrimage t
hrough northern New Mexico to b
uild up the Body of Chris
t.
Registration Fee $50. For more information or to
register visit our
website
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SAVE THE DATE
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ABQ Theology on Tap -
First Tuesdays
July 3 -
Aug. 7 - Sept 4
O'Neills Pub, 4310 Central Ave NE, ABQ
ABQ Theology on Tap, a safe space for all generations to come together to interact with and listen to engaging speakers while enjoying some grub & a pint. What better way to spend a Tuesday night after work or school? Topics vary but are sure to generate enthusiastic discussions! More Information
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Monthly Forums - First Fridays
Sept. 7 - Grace UMC, 420 San Lorenzo Ave, NW, ABQ
Oct. 5 - Shepherd of the Valley PCUSA, 1801 Montano Rd. NW, ABQ
Nov. 2 - First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust St NE, ABQ
Dec. 7 - St Paul Lutheran, 1100 Indian School Rd. NE, ABQ
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THEO 579: Enculturation and Evangelization FLYER
August 31, September 1, 14, 15, 28,29
THEO 501: Systematic Theology & Theological Method FLYER
October 26, 27 November 2, 3, 30; December 1, 14,15
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