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Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
July 12, 2023
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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. | | |
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Three local EfM mentors attend summer conference at Sewanee
In mid-June, Education for Ministry (EfM) mentors, trainers, coordinators, and participants journeyed to Sewanee to attend the EfM 2023 Summer Conference. The occasion was the retirement of Executive Director Karen Meredith and the welcome of incoming Executive Director Kevin Goodman. Meredith and Goodman shared their vision of our past, present, and future. EfM is a vibrant 48-year-old program that results in theologically literate laity equipped to change the face of the church and its community through faithful living and the discovery of gifts for ministry. We were challenged to “Be Curious” during our time on the mountain. While at the conference we worshipped in community, attended training, and had a sneak peek at exciting upcoming changes.
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Deacon John Kendall featured in Santa Rosa's Press Gazette for his work in prison ministry
The Rev. Deacon John Kendall of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Milton has been in and out of prisons for years now; twice a week these days. Kendall, an ordained vocational deacon in the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, leads worship services at the Blackwater River Correctional Facility in East Milton and the G.K. Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. “When I walk out of a prison, I feel like I’m walking this high off the ground,” he told the Press Gazette last week, holding his hand above his head. “I can see God’s hand working in those guys. I have never received a more meaningful reward from anything I’ve done.”
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Two teen representatives attend the Episcopal Youth Event in Baltimore
Carly Tucker (All Saints, Mobile) and Carsten Kennedy (Good Shepherd, Mobile), chaperoned by Jill Showers Chow (Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile) traveled to the Episcopal Youth Event in Baltimore, Maryland, over the July 4th holiday.
What better way to convey the spiritual excitement that EYE23 brought than through the personal reflections of each individual who experienced it?
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Celebrate Wilmer Hall Sunday on July 30
Join us in honoring the long-standing mission and ministry of Wilmer Hall Children's Home, an agency of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. Each year on the last Sunday of July, we take this opportunity to celebrate this organization that has served the Church and its communities since 1864.
Wilmer Hall was founded in 1864 by Bishop Richard Hooker Wilmer, the second bishop of Alabama, as a home for orphans and widows. More than 159 years later, they continue to carry out their mission to serve young people in need. They serve children and young adults through residential and educational programs, all aiming to provide each individual with the skills needed to be successful, contributing members of the community. They serve up to 130 children in their education programs and up to 36 young people in their residential programs at any given time. The residential programs serve young men and women, as well as young women with children. Wilmer Hall also operates a delivery-based food pantry.
To learn more about the mission and ministry of Wilmer Hall, to schedule a tour and/or lunch, please contact Executive Director Pratt Paterson at ppaterson@wilmerhall.org or Director of Development Mindy Inge at minge@wilmerhall.org.
Please consider offering the following Wilmer Hall prayer, written in 2018 by Fr. Albert Kennington, in your Prayers of the People on July 30.
Almighty God, our heavenly Father, whose Son Jesus welcomed and blessed children with love: We give you thanks and praise for this Children’s Home, for the founders, for all who have served and supported this Home through the years, and for all who have found love and family in this Home. In the faith of our founders, we spread before you our prayers for all who live within the care of Wilmer Hall and for those who will do so in years beyond us. Raise up, we pray, in every generation, faithful people to support and sustain this Home following the way of our Savior Jesus Christ with whom we are bound in the best of bonds. Amen.
Additionally, Wilmer Hall would be appreciative if churches would consider donating a portion of the loose plate offering to support their programs. Donations can be made online at www.wilmerhall.org or sent to Wilmer Hall Children’s Home, 3811 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL 36608. Thank you.
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In Case You Missed It
- June 14 edition of Coastline READ
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Bishop George Young visits St. Peter's, Bon Secour | |
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2023 School for Ministry Graduates
See the photo album HERE
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Jonathan Myrick Daniels and the Martyrs of Alabama - 26th Pilgrimage
Saturday, August 12, 11 a.m.
Lowndes County Courthouse Square, Hayneville, AL
The Commission on Racial Justice and Reconciliation invites you to the annual Jonathan Myrick Daniels Pilgrimage, sponsored jointly by the Episcopal dioceses of Alabama and the Central Gulf Coast. Drive your own car and meet up with the group in the courthouse square in Hayneville at 10:30 a.m. or to arrange carpools, please email mcdanieljoe43@yahoo.com. Participants should bring/wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle. You will be able to purchase a box lunch following the procession for $10.
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Diocesan Acolyte Festival
Saturday, August 19, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral, 115 S Conception St., Mobile, AL
All acolytes, crucifers, and thurifers throughout the Central Gulf Coast are invited to attend. Bishop Russell and other experts in the “liturgical arts” will share their knowledge, skill and wisdom, along with games and a very special closing Eucharist.
The festival begins with training sessions at 8:30 a.m. and will end at the conclusion of the Eucharist around 3:30 p.m. There is no charge for the festival but we ask that attendees register.
The closing Eucharist will be live-streamed beginning around 2 p.m.
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Happening #61
Friday, September 8 to Sunday, September 10
St. Simon's on the Sound
28 Miracle Strip Pkwy, Fort Walton Beach
Registration is now open to all 10th, 11th, and 12th graders.
Teenagers in grades 10, 11 and 12 are invited to a weekend Christian experience presented by their peers. It's a weekend filled with so much love and laughter and sometimes tears and healing. Happening is a safe space to nurture and grow in relationship with Christ. Come be transformed!
Youth who have already attended a previous Happening are encouraged to serve on the youth staff.
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Invitation to Holy Land Pilgrimage in October
The Rev. Thack Dyson, rector of St. Paul’s in Daphne will be leading a pilgrimage to the Holy Land October 4-18, 2023.
If you would like more information please call or email Terri McMillan in the church office, 251-626-2421, officestpaulsdaphne@gmail.com.
Everyone registering for the trip must accept the responsibility for being in good health and able to walk and travel throughout the pilgrimage. It requires a lot of walking on uneven rocky ground and climbing steps throughout the journey.
The trip is fast paced and sites are not handicap accessible.
2023 Trip Video Link: https://youtu.be/HneNkdjOh3c.
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St. Jude’s Niceville has several open positions
Youth Minister - Part-time
The Youth Minister focuses on ministry to the youth of the parish, ages 6th through 12th grades; develops relationships with the youth and their parents, utilizing teaching, communication and organizational skills. Leads youth while offering educational, fellowship, community service, and outreach opportunities, including participation in worship services and other church gatherings.
Contact: Carolyn McAllister at caremca@aol.com
Children's Minister - Part-time
The Children's Minister focuses on the ministry of the children of the parish, ages 4 years through 5th grade; helps form the faith of our children by developing a foundation of the Christian faith. Primarily leads children's Sunday school, and plans and implements special events involving children, families and the congregation at large.
Contact: Carolyn McAllister at caremca@aol.com
Music Director - Part-time
The Director of Music Ministry is a multi-function ministry and leadership position, which includes the primary responsibility to serve as church pianist/organist and director of adult and children's choirs.
Contact: Jerry White at lwhite7314@aol.com
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry delivers opening sermon at ‘It’s All About Love’ festival
Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry delivered the opening sermon July 9 to hundreds of Episcopalians gathered in Baltimore, Maryland, for “It’s All About Love,” a churchwide festival focused on worship, learning, community, and action.
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Bishop Russell's Upcoming Visitations | | |
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July 16
Grace, Panama City Beach
St. Thomas, Laguna Beach
July 23
St. Anna's, Atmore & Trinity Atmore (joint service)
July 30
St. Thomas, Citronelle
St. Peter's, Jackson
August 6
St. Andrew's, Panama City
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July 16
St. James, Port St. Joe
July 23
St. James, Eufaula
St. James, Fairhope
July 30
Wilmer Hall Children's Home
August 6
Church of the Redeemer, Mobile
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July 16
Federal Correctional Institution & Camp, Marianna
July 23
Federal Prison Camp, Pensacola
REAP Re-entry Program, Pensacola
July 30
Barbour County Jail 24, Clayton
August 6
Clarke County Jail, Grove Hill
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Please be sure to direct any mail for the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast to our post office address: PO Box 13330, Pensacola, FL 32591-3330. | | |
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