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. | |
Episcopal Relief & Development is giving donors a chance to double their impact during its Holiday Match Campaign
Episcopal Relief & Development has launched its Holiday Match Campaign to support global needs around the world. Now until December 31, donors can double the impact of their donations with qualifying contributions matched up to $750,000.
Contributions to the Holiday Match Campaign will benefit the Global Needs Fund–a critical resource to help continue work in Episcopal Relief & Development’s focus areas.
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Mobile Episcopal Youth Fellowship Mission Trip to the Lakota Sioux Reservation in Rosebud, South Dakota
May 24-31, 2025
All youth from the diocese are invited. The trip is also open to parents and family members.
On this trip, youth will be assisting people of the Lakota Sioux Reservation by working in their food pantry and on several building projects. There will be one rest day where the kids will either raft down a river or go see Mount Rushmore. Plans are still in the process of being made, so more specific details will be available soon.
We expect the cost of the trip to be around $1,200 per person. This would cover travel expenses, food and lodging. We will offer fundraising events to help raise funds. Please contact Jamie or John (see below) if there is a financial need for this trip. We can help! No youth member will be turned away due to financial need.
For more details, or to let us know you want to go, contact: The Rev. Jamie McElroy: jamie@stlukesmobile.org, 769-230-7250 OR The Rev. John Talbert: frjohn@stjohnsmobile.org, 205-354-3699.
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In commemoration of Veterans Day, November 11, parishioners of St. Andrew’s, Panama City, who have served in our U.S. Armed Forces—and their family members—were encouraged to bring photographs and mementos of their service. These were displayed with appreciative gratitude in the Parish Hall after the service on Sunday, November 10. | Bishop George Young, confirms a parishioner at All Saints, Mobile on November 3. | |
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Strings 4 Heroes, hosted at Epiphany Enterprise, believes in the power of music to uplift and heal our veterans and first responders. Through free music lessons, loaner instruments, and instrument assistance, they offer meaningful ways for our heroes to spend their time.
This charity, an extension of the new Enterprise Veteran’s Home, is using the Epiphany Parish Hall on Tuesday and Thursday evenings each week to provide guitar lessons. The Epiphany family is also providing financial support for the purchase of guitars and necessary music equipment. Photo by Travis Parker, founder of Strings4Heroes.
| Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, hosted an interdenominational event featuring hymnody from a variety of traditions, including Episcopal, Methodist, Baptist, and Lutheran hymnody. In addition, organists from across Mobile were invited to lead the songs of their faith. (click image to watch recording) | |
Share your special photos with us! Submit them HERE. | | |
Ordination to the Priesthood
Wednesday, November 13, 6 p.m. CT
Church of the Nativity, 205 Holly Ln, Dothan, AL
By the grace of God and the people consenting, the Rt. Rev. J Russell Kendrick will ordain Pamela Ann Christian 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.
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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.
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Episcopal Church welcomes Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe in virtual churchwide ceremony
Episcopalians around the world and in various time zones gathered to welcome the Most Rev. Sean Rowe as the church’s 28th presiding bishop in a first-of-its-kind virtual investiture service, livestreamed Nov. 2 from the Chapel of Christ the Lord at The Episcopal Church Center in New York City.
Find links to the recorded service (also included below); worship service booklet; Bishop Rowe’s sermon; and event photos.
Rowe, formerly bishop of the Episcopal Dioceses of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York, was elected and confirmed as the next presiding bishop at the 81st General Convention on June 26.
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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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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).
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Submit a job posting for your church or Episcopal related organizations HERE. | | |
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November 13
Priesthood Ordination (Christian) at Nativity, Dothan
November 17
St. Thomas, Greenville
November 19-21
College of Bishops Board Retreat
November 23
DOK Annual Retreat, St. Mary's, Milton
November 24
St. Mary's, Milton
Visit the church's website or social media page, linked in blue, for service time(s).
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November 17
St. Thomas, Citronelle
St. Thomas, Greenville
November 24
St. Anna's, Atmore (Poarch)
Trinity, Atmore
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November 17
Washington Country Jail, Chatom
November 24
Wilcox County Detention Center, Camden
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