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. | | |
Note: The Duvall Center office of Bishop Russell and the diocesan staff will be closed on November 28 and 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Additionally, only one Coastline will be published in the month of December on the 11th. The deadline for article submissions is Friday, December 6. | |
Announcing the 54th Annual Diocesan Convention
Earlier this week, Bishop Russell offered a video message announcing the 54th Annual Diocesan Convention will be at the Destin-Ft. Walton Beach Convention Center on February 21-22, 2025, and hosted by Christ the King, Santa Rosa Beach. Watch the video here.
All are welcome! Details for the convention can be found at www.diocgc.org/2025-diocesan-convention.
We would like to note a version update to the hymn Bishop Russell referenced as the inspiration for this year's theme, "Sing the Love Amazing." The hymn is "O God Beyond All Praising."
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Help support the 2024 Navajoland Giving Tree Project
At our recent General Convention, the Episcopal Church in Navajoland became a missionary diocese. Join us in helping to support their mission this Christmas season.
How Can You Help?
- Become a Giving Tree Partner: Pick a child’s wish list and shop for their gift. Send your unwrapped gift to our office.
- Donate for Goody Bags: Help fund the holiday goody bags filled with traditional treats for our Christmas Eve service. Donate online at ecofnavajoland.org and email us to let us know the donation is for the Holiday Goody Bags.
- Make a General Donation: If you can’t shop for a child, a monetary donation helps cover holiday expenses. Donate online at ecofnavajoland.org and email us to let us know the donation is for the Giving Tree Project.
Whether you shop for a specific child or contribute to the goody bags, your generosity will make a huge impact!
Why It Matters
For many of these children, a simple gift or treat can be the highlight of their holiday. It’s a symbol of hope, care, and community—a reminder that we’re all connected through the spirit of giving.
Ready to Make a Difference? Time is running out to join our Giving Tree campaign! Sign up today to become a Giving Tree Partner or contribute to the goody bags.
[Contact us gj@ecofnavajoland.org] | [Sign up here https://signup.com/go/pEKMZEb]
Together, we can make this Christmas special for every child and family in Navajoland!
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Acolytes at Nativity before All Saints' Sunday at Church of the Nativity. Members who have passed the following year receive a banner, which is processed and hung during the service. Photo credit: Josh Hicks | |
Bishop Russell and visiting clergy with the newly ordained priest, the Rev. Pam Christian. November 13, 2024, at the Episcopal Church of the Nativity. Photo credit: Josh Hicks | |
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St. Cyprian's, Pensacola celebrated their feast day with a community-wide party. Church members were encouraged to bring a friend. Pictured, Senior Warden Cris Turnage chats with neighborhood kids.
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Share your special photos with us! Submit them HERE. | | |
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November 30: Pre-Advent Quiet Morning; Holy Trinity, Pensacola
December 6-8: Come and Behold Him: A Festival of Nativities; St. Paul's, Daphne
December 7: Celtic Christmas Market; St. Paul's, Magnolia Springs
December 7: Daughters of the King Quiet Day; Church of the Nativity, Dothan
December 7: St. Mary's 1st Annual Holiday Jubilee; St. Mary's, Andalusia
December 11: Wednesday Night Supper and Speaker Series; St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
December 13: Amahl and the Night Visitors; Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
December 15: Children and Youth Advent Musical; St. Jude's, Niceville
December 21: Longest Night Contemplative Service; St. Christopher's, Pensacola
December 22: A Festival of Lessons and Carols; All Saints, Mobile
December 22: Lessons and Carols; St. Jude's, Niceville
December 24: Christmas Eve Service; St. Jude's, Niceville
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Ordination to the Priesthood
Wednesday, December 11, 6 p.m. CT
St. John's Episcopal Church, 401 Live Oak Ave, Pensacola, FL
By the grace of God and the people consenting, the Rt. Rev. J Russell Kendrick will ordain Ted Allen Kirchharr to the Sacred Order of Priests in Christ's one holy catholic and apostolic church.
Your prayers and presence are requested. The ordination service will be livestreamed. Reception to follow.
Clergy attending are asked to vest: alb or cassock/surplice and red stole.
WATCH THE LIVESTREAM
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Signs for You: Episcopal Advent and Christmas Resources
The Episcopal Church is pleased to again offer special resources this Advent and Christmas to help you and your congregation share the "good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10).
FIND LINKS TO ALL THE RESOURCES
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Seeking Episcopal young adult input in ‘Toward a New Generation of Leaders’ survey
The Episcopal Church’s Department of Faith Formation is seeking survey participants ages 18-32 as part of a three-year, partially grant-funded project to identify the gifts and challenges of Gen Z ministry within the church and enhance program development. The survey—available online here—is open until Dec. 2.
The first phase of data collection, which surveyed parish leaders and Episcopal camp counselors, resulted in these initial findings.
Young adults currently or recently engaged in Episcopal Church activities, particularly those involved with Faith Formation’s youth ministries, young adult and campus ministries, Episcopal Service Corps, and Young Adult Service Corps, are encouraged to respond to this newest survey. Participants will be asked for their impressions, experiences, and recommendations for ministries.
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Submit a job posting for your church or Episcopal related organizations HERE. | | |
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Part-time Organist
St. Cyprian's, Pensacola is seeking a part-time organist for 10 a.m. Sunday services. No choir. Prelude, hymns, and service music only. Paid. Contact senior warden, Cris Turnage at 850.293.5641 or cristurnage@gmail.com.
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December 1
Advent, Lillian
December 8
St. James, Port St. Joe
St. John, Wewahitchka
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December 1
Bay County Jail, Panama City
December 8
Calhoun County Jail, Blountstown
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About the Coastline
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