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A Forum on General Convention #81
Monday, August 26, Noon to 1 p.m. CT on Zoom
Your General Convention deputation was pleased to represent the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast at General Convention 81 in Louisville, Kentucky in late June. You are invited to join Bishop Russell and your General Convention deputation for a Zoom forum from noon to 1 p.m. CT, on August 26. You will hear from various members of the deputation on the work of General Convention and we will take questions as time permits.
Use this link to JOIN THE MEETING on Zoom.
The DioCGC deputation, in addition to Bishop Russell, includes Lay Deputies Eugene Johnston, Jeannie Kienzle, Joe McDaniel, Jill Showers-Chow, and Alternate Lay Deputy David Quittmeyer; along with Clergy Deputies Amanda Dosher, Christie Hord, David Knight (deputation chair), John Talbert, and Alternate Clergy Deputy Linda Suzanne Borgen.
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Holy Spirit Thrift Store, Gulf Shores makes sizable donation to Meredith's Miracles as part of their outreach ministry. | |
On July 29, Christ Church Cathedral Mobile hosted the diocesan screening of Philadelphia Eleven documentary which highlights the challenges and perseverance of the first eleven women ordained to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church. This year marks the 50th anniversary of their ordination. | |
Bishop Russell's visitation to St. Andrew's, Destin. | |
Bishop Russell celebrated a joint service between St. Thomas, Laguna Beach and Grace Panama City Beach on Sunday, August 4. | |
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St. Monica’s Saves is an outreach program started in 2023 designed to make Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automatic Electronic Defibrillator (AED), rescue, and choking hazard training more affordable to more people. With donations from individuals and local organizations, St. Monica’s, Cantonment, in cooperation with The American Red Cross offsets the cost and offers periodic hands-on training to anyone for just $25 (a savings of over $100). When it comes to CPR, it's important to know how to treat both kids and adults. St. Monica’s Saves includes both. Last November, 14 members of the Cantonment community learned these valuable life-saving skills at St. Monica’s. On Saturday, July 13, 2024, 10 more people were trained by a certified American Red Cross instructor. In one year alone, 436,000 Americans die from cardiac arrest. Globally, cardiac arrest claims more lives than colorectal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, influenza, pneumonia, auto accidents, HIV, firearms, and house fires combined. (Source: American Heart Association Consensus Statement). CPR can double or triple the chance of survival when bystanders take action. St. Monica’s is committed to ensuring members of the community can easily and affordably obtain the most up-to-date lifesaving knowledge and skills to confidently respond when moments matter. For more information visit the Saint Monica’s Saves website.
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 | Crayons, glue sticks, pencils, oh my! Some students in the Cantonment area will return to school well-equipped. Essential school supplies and more were free to students on Saturday, July 28 thanks to the generous donations of congregants. The Back-to-School Bash at St. Monica’s kicked off with a long line of their neighbors waiting to receive free school supplies. The first thing students received was a backpack which is essential for carrying school supplies. They then walked down the line of tables to “shop” for items to put inside. It was like Christmas in July for some families. St. Monica's congregation feels the Back-to-School Bash is crucial to prepare children for the school year. It means students will have the tools necessary to learn and succeed. Some parents are out of work. Grandparents are raising grandchildren on limited incomes. Some families are scrambling just to pay the rent and fill the cabinet with food. Events like this help fill the gap. This year St. Monica’s gave away 50 backpacks and countless school supplies to grateful families. It wasn’t just about the school supplies though. The event, which includes fun activities such as a water slide, water balloon games, hot dogs, and more was more about making connections and building relationships with members of the community. The best outcome is that it shows them that St. Monica’s is involved and cares about its neighbors. | |
Several members of our diocese participated in the Jonathan Myrick Daniels Pilgrimage on August 10, in Hayneville, Alabama, where Episcopal seminarian Jonathan Daniels was martyred in August of 1965. The Jonathan Daniels pilgrimage has become a fixture for many and a reminder that the equality for which he gave his life is a continuing sacrifice. Photo credit: Jill Showers-Chow. | |
Fan the Flames of Pentecost - What does it mean to be a disciple?
During the summer, the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast is launching a campaign to invite and encourage each of its members into a deeper discernment about your specific call to ministry. Presentations will be given on Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. on each of the five lay tracks offered by the Lay School for Ministry. We hope you will join us for one of the five options as we consider how to grow more fully into our call to follow Christ as his disciples during ordinary time, a season for growth. The specific dates, times, and locations are:
June 12, 6 p.m. - Trinity, Mobile (1900 Dauphin St., 36606)
June 26, 6 p.m. - St. Christopher's, Pensacola (3200 N 12th Ave., 32503)
July 10, 6 p.m. - St. Paul's, Daphne (28788 N Main St., 36526)
July 24, 6 p.m. - Nativity, Dothan (205 Holly Ln., 36301)
TONIGHT! August 14, 6 p.m. - St. Andrew's, Panama City (1608 Baker Ct., 32401)
MORE DETAILS AND RSVP LINK
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Diocesan Choir Festival
Saturday, August 17, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral, 115 S Conception St, Mobile
The 2024 Choral Festival at Christ Church Cathedral serves as an opportunity for enthusiastic choir members and directors across the region to gather together to sing, learn, and worship. Under the direction of guest clinical Kyle Ritter, Canon for Music at All Souls Cathedral in Asheville, NC, this Festival encompasses rehearsals of Anglican classics, fellowship, and workshops for choir directors. It concludes in a communal worship service. All denominations are welcome to participate.
While there is no registration cost for those attending the Choir Festival, a gift to the Cathedral Foundation would be appreciated and will be acknowledged. Suggested donation amount is $30 per person.
There will also be a Music Swap open all day. Bring choral octavos, organ/piano sheet music, and anything else you would like to contribute.
DETAILS
WATCH THE CLOSING EUCHARIST begins at 3:30 p.m. CT.
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Cursillo #171
September 12-15
Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope
Applications for the next Cursillo are open. The Lay Rector is Necie Borroni of St. Paul's, Daphne.
Cursillo (“Cur see yo”) is a three-day weekend that introduces people to simple methods for nurturing and growing their relationships with Christ. It provides an experience of living in a Christian community centered in worship, prayer, study of scripture, and interaction with other Christians. Its mission is to build up our parish churches by encouraging and empowering its members to prepare for doing the work of the church- the spreading of the Gospel.
LEARN MORE
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Happening #62
September 20-22
Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 7979 N 9th Ave, Pensacola
The Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast presents Happening #62 for all 10th-12th grade students! Happening is a Christian experience presented BY teens FOR teens. Through videos, skits, talks, and more, you'll see how God and faith fit in with the flow of high school life. Happening is designed to help youth feel the love of God through community. We hope, at the end of the weekend, you'll go home knowing how to continue growing a relationship with God. It’s a weekend full of fun, games, sharing, surprises, and most of all, spiritual renewal and empowerment. To learn more about Happening, visit www.diocgc.org/happening.
REGISTER HERE
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NEW BayLights
September 27-29
Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope, AL
Join us for a weekend of fun and fellowship in support of Beckwith, our beloved camp and conference center. We kick off on Friday night with dinner and music. Saturday is filled all day with activities for the whole family and a bbq lunch followed by more music and a low country boil in the evening. Plus, you won't want to miss the ticket draw down [BIG PRIZE!] and the silent auction.
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DETAILS, REGISTRATION, AND TICKET SALES
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Save-the-Date for these upcoming events
Details TBA
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SAVE-THE-DATE Presiding Bishop-elect Rowe's Installation Service
Save the date for Presiding Bishop-elect Rowe’s installation service
As announced at the close of the 81st General Convention, the installation of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe will be a simpler, scaled-down event this fall with a view toward reducing carbon footprint and increasing virtual engagement and participation.
The installation service will take place on November 2 at the Chapel of Christ the Lord in The Episcopal Church Center in New York City with a prelude beginning at 10 a.m. ET and the service starting at 11 a.m. ET. There will be an extensive livestream production to support churchwide access and participation.
READ THE FULL PRESS RELEASE
*The Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast is in the process of planning convocational watch parties. Stay tuned for more details!*
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Submit a job posting for your church or Episcopal related organizations HERE. | | |
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August 18
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
St. Andrew's, Destin
St. Luke's, Marianna
August 25
St. Francis of Assisi, Gulf Breeze
St. Francis, Dauphin Island
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August 18
Conecuh County Jail, Evergreen
August 25
Baldwin County Jail, Bay Minette
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