Bishop Jennifer Reflects on the Anglican Tradition and Queen Elizabeth's Funeral
New essay in Interfaith America
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In a new essay for Interfaith America, Bishop Jennifer reflects on the Anglican tradition in light of Queen Elizabeth's long reign and the complicated history of the British Empire.
"Our shared history and worship mean that, even when we harbor deep grief and concern about the violence, racism and injustice perpetrated by the British Empire, Anglican eyes are often glued to television screens when the Royal Family and the Church of England are in top ceremonial form," she writes. "The liturgies offered for Queen Elizabeth in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and England in the past week have contained elements familiar to Anglicans everywhere, even as they have illustrated the Anglican gift for adapting our traditions in our own countries and contexts."
image: Bishop Jennifer with Bishop Rachel Treweek of the Church of England, Bishop Elizabeth Awut Ngor of the Episcopal Church of South Sudan, and Bishop Alba Sally Sue Hernández Garcia of the Anglican Church of Mexico at this summer's Lambeth Conference.
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Donate to Episcopal Relief & Development's Hurricane Relief Fund |
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Diocesan Convention is November 4 and 5
Registration now open
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The 185th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Indianapolis will be held on Friday, November 4 and Saturday, November 5 at the Embassy Suites in Plainfield. In addition to delegates and clergy, all members of the diocese are welcome to attend. Find the preliminary schedule on the website.
Register for Convention by October 30
Registration for convention is now open . Early bird registration is $75 and will be available until September 30, after which the price will be $100. The deadline to register is October 30. The cost of registration includes workshops, Friday night dinner and lunch Saturday.
Children's Programming at Convention
Supervised activities for children ages 3 and older will be available on Saturday, November 5 during convention sessions. These activities are provided free of charge but registration is required by October 20.
If you will be attending convention and have childcare needs for children under 3, please contact Canon Kristin White to ensure you have the support you need in order to participate.
Hotel
Pre-Convention Hearing on October 29
Nominations
Nominations for diocesan leadership positions are due by October 20.
Learn more, and nominate yourself or someone else for a position using the Nominations Form.
Resolutions and Proposed Constitution and Canon Changes
The submitted resolutions and proposed changes to the constitution and canons are now available.
Call for Volunteers
Submit Photos for the Convention Slideshow
Congregations and neighborhoods are invited to submit photos of their lives together this past year to be included in a slideshow that will run during diocesan convention. Please submit photos using this link by October 14: https://www.dropbox.com/request/nIn4L2gNUFxJyzp8bWxK
Vendors
There will be a vendor hall at this diocesan convention. Vendors representing parishes or cooperating ministries can attend at no cost. Vendors from outside the diocese will be charged $100 to attend. If you are interested in being a vendor, please email Erinna Vandever.
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Nominations for Diocesan Leadership Positions Now Open |
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Nominations are now open for diocesan leadership positions to be elected and appointed at diocesan convention on November 4 and 5. Information about each of the open positions is available online, together with the nomination form. Those who wish to serve in a role appointed by the bishop must also be nominated. Nominations are due October 20.
Elected Positions
- Neighborhood Convener: 1 lay and 1 clergy leader for each neighborhood
- Executive Council Representative: 4 lay (Confluence, Edge, Wabash, Waycross), 1 clergy (River Bend)
- Standing Committee Member: 1 lay, 2 clergy
- Commission on Ministry Member: 1 lay, 1 clergy
- Waycross Board Member: 1 lay or clergy
- Disciplinary Board Member: 2 lay, 1 clergy
- General Convention Deputy: 4 lay, 4 clergy
- General Convention Alternate: 4 lay, 4 clergy
Appointments by the Bishop
- Budget Formation
- Constitution & Canons (Diocesan Convention Committee)
- Executive Council
- Investment & Finance
- Mission Strategy
- Personnel Policy & Compensation
- Resolutions (Diocesan Convention Committee)
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Pumpkin Place Returns to St. Francis-in-the-Fields |
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The Pumpkin Place at St. Francis-in-the-Fields, Zionsville returns on September 22. Pumpkin Place is staffed by volunteers from St. Francis and is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern/8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central daily through October 31 or while supplies last. Pumpkins range in price and are locally sourced from a family farm in Danville, Indiana. Proceeds will support outreach ministries at St. Francis-In-The-Fields.
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Online Lay Eucharistic Visitor Training |
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The Diocese of Indianapolis will hold an online Lay Eucharistic Visitor training on October 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern/9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Central.
The registration is open to all for renewal and new LEV Licenses. Communicants in good standing are welcome to attend. Everyone who attends must read A Manual for Eucharistic Visitors by Beth Wickenberg Ely and must bring their completed application form signed by their rector or priest-in-charge and senior warden.
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Celebration of New Ministry September 22
All Saints, Indianapolis
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All Saints, Indianapolis will hold a Celebration of New Ministry with the Rev. Andrea Arsene on September 22 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Central. Clergy are invited to vest and process. The color is red and vesting will begin at 6:00 p.m. Eastern/5:00 p.m. Central.
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Spaghetti Dinner September 24
St. Timothy's, Indianapolis
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St. Timothy's, Indianapolis will hold a Spaghetti Dinner on September 24 at 5 p.m. Eastern/4 p.m Central. The menu will include salad, spaghetti, a choice of marinara or meat sauce, bread, and assorted desserts. There is a suggested donation of $7 and children under 3 will eat free.
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Blessing of the Animals October 2
St. Francis-in-the-Fields
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St. Francis In-The-Fields, Zionsville will host an animal blessing on Sunday, October 2 at 5:00 pm. Animal companions of all types and sizes are invited for a special blessing and Eucharist. All pets must be leashed or in a carrier. Pet photos are welcome if your pet is not comfortable outside of their home. Stuffed animals are also welcome.
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Celebration of New Ministry October 5
Trinity, Lawrenceburg
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Trinity, Lawrenceburg will hold a Celebration of New Ministry with the Rev. Dr. Jason Haddox on October 6 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern/5:30 p.m. Central. Clergy are invited to worship with the congregation.
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Pet Food Pantry Blessing of the Animals
October 8
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In addition, The Stable encourages every parish to make collections of dog and cat food, and cat litter as part of their own Blessings of the Animals events this year. Members of Nativity will pick up those donations. Call the church office at 317-849-3656 or John Ridder at 317-431-1929 to arrange for pickup.
Church of the Nativity gratefully receives freewill offerings or collections to operate The Stable throughout the year. The Stable is open the second Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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Daughters of the King Annual Assembly
October 15
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The Order of the Daughters of the King, Inc. will have its annual Assembly on October 15 at 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Eastern/8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Central at Holy Family, Fishers. Bishop Jennifer will preside at the Holy Eucharist.
The workshop, presented by past national officers Pam Sebura and Susan O'Brien, will focus on the Order's strategic plan. The National Enrichment Program lunch and refreshments will be provided by Hannah Chapter. The cost to attend is $15.00.
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Holy Hike on October 15
Cave River Valley
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St. John’s, Bedford will hold a Holy Hike on Saturday, October 15 at 1:00 p.m. Eastern/12:00 p.m. Central. The hike will feature a 1.6-mile hike to the stream that issues from River Cave, with an optional extra 0.5-mile loop to see Endless Cave.
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Cole Arthur Riley Visit
October 22
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Watch future issues of the newsletter for more information and registration.
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Save the Date: A Celebration of Women Clergy
November 12
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On November 12 at 11 a.m. Eastern/10 a.m. Central, St. Timothy's, Indianapolis will host "A Celebration of Women Clergy" in honor of the 45th anniversary of the ordination of the Rev. Jackie Means and the beginning of the ordination of women in the Episcopal Church. Bishop Jennifer will preside, Bishop Cate Waynick will preach, and a reception will follow. The 80th General Convention passed Resolution A170 in honor of the Rev. Means and her ministry.
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Part-Time Administrator
All Saints, Indianapolis
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All Saints, Indianapolis seeks a part time parish administrator to work three days each week in the office. Responsibilities include weekly bulletin, weekly email news letter, financial reporting and reconciliation. Email resume and contact information to [email protected].
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Pipe Organist/Choir Director
St. David's, Bean Blossom
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St. David's, Bean Blossom seeks a pipe organist/choir director. Experience as a church organist/choir director and familiarity with liturgical worship is desired but not required. Contact St. David's by email or by calling 812-988-1038 to learn more and apply.
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Pay Pledges Online
Bishop's Office Will Process Online Gifts at No Cost
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Although many congregations are now meeting in person, the bishop's office will continue to process online gifts on behalf of congregations, and will absorb all payment processing fees.
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September 25: St. Michael’s, Noblesville | The Rev. T.J. Tetzlaff
In September, pray for all teachers and students.
October 2: St. Francis-in-the-Fields, Zionsville | The Rev. C. Davies Reed; the Rev. Joél Muñoz
In October, pray for our Vestries and Bishop Committees.
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