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Honoring Jonathan Daniels: 60 Years of Witness, Faith, and Justice
By the Rev. Christian Rabone, rector of St. Francis Gulf Breeze, and member of the Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation
The Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation for the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast recently co-sponsored the annual Jonathan Daniels and the Martyrs of Alabama Pilgrimage with the Diocese of Alabama on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Hayneville, AL. This year marked the 60th anniversary of Daniels' martyrdom. The guest preacher was the Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry, former presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church.
The annual event was a resounding success, with many people attending from all around the state and beyond. The kick off started with the pilgrimage march going around the town of Hayneville and ended at the courthouse where Daniels' killer was acquitted of his murder. The Rt. Rev. Michael B. Curry officiated the Holy Eucharist service and delivered the sermon inside the courthouse. Included in the service were different leaders talking about Jonathan Daniels and other people who were martyred back in 1965. Bishop Curry proclaimed in his sermon, "We remember the martyrs and Jonathan Daniels … what they stood for in our lives and to help change this world."
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September 11: Fall Health Symposium; First Baptist Church, Pensacola
September 11: 50th Anniversary Celebration; Epiphany, Crestview
September 14, 21: Living the Labyrinth; St. Simon's, Ft. Walton Beach
September 17: Wednesday Night Dinner; St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
September 18-20: 2025 Episcopal Creation Care Gathering; Procter Center (Dio of Southern Ohio), London, Ohio
September 21: Parish BBQ Luncheon; St. Jude's, Niceville
October 5: Blessing of the Pets; Epiphany, Enterprise
October 5: Blessing of the Pets; St. Jude's, Niceville
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 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
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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Cursillo #173
September 11-14
Beckwith, 10400 Beckwith Ln, Fairhope
Have you ever thought...How great would it be to get away for a weekend surrounded by beautiful scenery, great music, and laughter while worshipping with people who love and accept you just as you are? Well, do we have something for you!
The purpose of the Cursillo Movement in the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast is to help people understand and respond to their calling to Christian leadership in their parishes, social lives, and workplaces by enriching and deepening their existing faith.
We invite you to explore a wonderful Cursillo getaway at God’s Front Yard/Camp Beckwith. If you would like to know more, please reach out to the Cursillo #173 Lay Rector, Tonye Frith. 334-791-0831 OR visit www.coastalpilgrims.com.
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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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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 11-14
Cursillo at Beckwith
September 21
St. Matthew's, Chipley
Visit the church's website or social media page, linked in blue, for service time(s).
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September 14
St. Simon's, Fort Walton Beach
September 21
Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores
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September 14
Coffee County Jail County Complex, New Brockton
September 21
Choctaw County Jail, Butler
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