Together, we are the body of Christ ~ transforming people from members into disciples, moving more deeply into God's call to life and ministry, and extending our mission beyond the status quo. | | |
Lost and Found: A Pastoral Message from Bishop Russell
Naming our lostness can be a sacred act—one that opens us to the grace of God who never stops searching for us. Bishop Russell's pastoral message invites us to consider how we might allow ourselves to be found, and in turn join Christ in the holy work of healing and restoring.
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In Case You Missed It
- September 10 issue of Coastline READ NOW
- Honoring Jonathan Daniels READ NOW
- Commission on the Integrity of Creation September Newsletter READ NOW
| | | On September 14, parishioners, staff, and families from Holy Nativity, Panama City, thoroughly enjoyed their annual Shell Island Sunday with picture-perfect weather! What a great way to worship in God's beautiful creation and have fun fellowship! Photo credit: Holy Nativity, Panama City | | On September 21, the Episcopal Church of the Nativity in Dothan joyfully welcomed the Rev. Carl Saxton as their 12th rector. Join us in extending a warm welcome Father Carl and Laura! May God bless their ministry with the good people of Nativity! Photo credit: Josh Hicks | | This dynamic clergy/pickler duo, Bishop George Young and the Rev. Marshall Craver, took second place in pickleball at this year's City of Pensacola Senior Games. Photo credit: George Young | | We are thrilled to announce that Wilmer Hall has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of the Interior! Congratulations on this special designation! Photo credit: Wilmer Hall | | |
September 25: The Impact of the Israel-Hamas War on Interfaith Relations; Springhill Avenue Temple
September 26: Four Seasons Brass in Concert; Christ Church, Pensacola
October 5: Blessing of the Pets; Epiphany, Enterprise
October 5: Blessing of the Pets; St. Jude's, Niceville
October 5: Blessing of the Animals; St. Paul's, Daphne
October 8: Wednesday Night Program Kick-Off & BBQ Dinner; St. Jude's, Niceville
October 9: Fundraiser for Dwell Mobile; Community Foundation of South Alabama
October 12: Organ Recital Featuring Dr. Joshua Coble; Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
October 15: Wednesday Night Dinner; St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
October 17: Kairos Outside; Bethlehem Family Camp
October 18: BarBQue and Blues; Advent, Lillian
October 18: Yard Sale; Holy Trinity, Pensacola
October 26: Bishop's Visitation & Blessing of the Smoker; St. Jude's, Niceville
October 28: Chanticleer in Concert; St. James, Fairhope
November 2: Choral Evensong for All Souls' Day: Christ Church, Pensacola
November 8: St. Paul's Episcopal Sporting Clay Shoot; Santa Rosa Shooting Center
Call for vendors: St. Paul's Magnolia Springs is now accepting applications for their Celtic Christmas Market on Saturday, November 15. Click HERE for details and application.
Call for vendors: St. Mary's, Milton is now accepting applications for their Winterfest Arts & Craft Festival on Friday & Saturday, December 5-6. Click HERE for details.
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BayLights
September 26-28
Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope
Join us for a weekend of fun and fellowship in support of our beloved Beckwith Camp and Conference Center.
Friday Night: 6:30 pm Dinner & music by The Collared Greens
Saturday: Activities all day include the Bishop's BBQ lunch, Diocesan Ultreya, football games on the big screen and boiled peanuts in Wilson Hall, Wacky Art with Rhona, giant swing, zip line and camp games
Saturday Evening: 6:00 pm Live music with The Modern Eldorados and the Low Country Boil - 8:00pm Last ticket drawn & the silent auction closes
Purchase your draw-down ticket to win a 2025 Evolution Electric Classic 4 Street Legal Golf Cart or $5,000!
REGISTER AND/OR PURCHASE DRAW DOWN TICKETS
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Clergy Conference
October 1-3
Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope
Bishop Russell Kendrick invites all active and retired clergy of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast to gather for the 2025 Clergy Conference at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center. This time together offers rest, renewal, learning, and fellowship on the peaceful shores of Weeks Bay, with our special program leader, LaBron Chance, who will guide clergy into the rich, prophetic vision of Dr. Walter Brueggemann.
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"Racial Battle Fatigue" Speaker Series with William A. Smith, PhD
Tuesday, October 14, 7 p.m. on Zoom
Sponsored by the Commission on Racial Justice & Reconciliation
William Smith is a distinguished Professor at the University of Utah. His initiatives include Stop the Stigma Together and Love Your Mind national campaigns to reduce mental health stigma and promote wellness across diverse communities.
Dr. Smith describes Racial Battle Fatigue, a concept he coined in 2003, as a systemic, racism-related repetitive stress injury with profound and cumulative impacts on those targeted by racism.
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Ordinations to the Sacred Order of Priests
With great joy, the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast invites you to celebrate the ordinations of our transitional deacons - Salem Saloom, Mark Waddell, and Antwon Lewis - as they are called to the sacred order of priests.
Please mark your calendars and join us for this holy and joyous occasion!
Your prayers and presence are a cherished gift as we surround Salem, Mark, and Antwon with love and support on this important step in their journey of ministry.
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Part-time Children's Program Coordinator
Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, is seeking a Children's Program Coordinator for lesson and implementation planning for Sunday School and Children's Planning for children ages 3 to grade 3; functioning as a lead teacher in Sunday School and Children's Chapel, and working with volunteer teachers. 15-20 hours a week at $20 per hour. Job description. Contact: Carolyn Jeffers at cjeffers@christchurchcathedralmobile.org. Church address: 115 S Conception St, Mobile, AL.
Occasional Supply Musician
Church of the Advent, Lillian, is seeking an occasional supply musician to supplement their current part-time paid musician for Sunday services at 10 a.m. The church has an organ but is also looking for someone who can play piano, keyboard, guitar, or another instrument. Payment can be arranged. Contact the Rev. Tina Lockett at 412.400.7400. Church address: 12099 County Rd 99, Lillian, AL.
Part-time Musician
St. Andrew's, Mobile, is seeking a musician for 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship and Feast days. No choir. Contact Phyllis Findley at phyllis@phyllisfindley.com. Church address: 1854 Staples Rd, Mobile, AL.
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September 26-28
BayLights at Beckwith
September 28
Visitation at Good Shepherd, Mobile
October 1-3
Clergy Conference at Beckwith
October 5
Visitation at St. Luke's, Mobile
Visit the church's website or social media page, linked in blue, for service time(s).
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September 28
St. John, Robertsdale
St. Jude's, Niceville
October 5
Episcopal Schools
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September 28
Dale County Jail, Ozark
October 5
Geneva County Jail, Geneva
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A word to The Episcopal Church from the House of Bishops
Dear people of God,
The bishops of The Episcopal Church gathered in Juan Dolio, Dominican Republic, send greetings in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. We are deeply grateful for the generous hospitality offered by our siblings in Christ in the Dominican Republic, and we give thanks for the faithful and visionary leadership of their bishop, the Rt. Rev. Moisés Quezada Mota, and his wife, Mary Jeannette. We also give thanks for the presence and leadership of our presiding bishop, the Most Rev. Sean Rowe, and we renew our commitment to the work of missional partnership and collaboration as together we seek to be a wholesome example for the entire flock of Christ.
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Upcoming Events from The Episcopal Church
- Join Episcopal Service Corps/Young Adult Service Corps commissioning service at 6 p.m. CT on Sept. 29 REGISTER TO ATTEND ON ZOOM
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SAVE THE DATE: Veterans Day Holy Eucharist and Commissioning of Chaplains at 7 p.m. CT on Nov. 11
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